What is normal after breast augmentation? Your questions, answered by a board certified plastic surgeon.
What is normal after breast augmentation? Your questions, answered by a board certified plastic surgeon.


Breast augmentation is performed as an outpatient procedure, meaning that you will go home the very day of surgery to rest and start your recovery. For this reason, it’s key to work with your plastic surgeon to understand what is normal—and when something merits a call to your surgeon—in the days, weeks, and months following […]
Who is qualified to offer injectables? Plus, how to choose a provider for your Botox or filler


It seems like everyone gets BOTOX® these days, doesn’t it? Indeed, more than 4.4 million Americans had the wrinkle-reducing injections performed in 2020 alone. Many of us are getting this quick fix on our lunch break and returning for touch-ups every few months, making it an everyday part of our lives and beauty routine. But […]
7 Ways to Erase Your Wrinkles


Are lines and wrinkles making you look older and more tired than you really are? While wrinkles are a natural part of the aging process, you don’t have to live with deep folds and sagging skin that leave you feeling unattractive. Instead, consider trying some of the tips below to age gracefully. What causes wrinkles? […]
Here’s How Often You Need To Touch-Up Your Non-Surgical Procedures


Non-surgical aesthetic treatments like Botox, dermal fillers, facials, microneedling, and chemical peels provide Hagerstown and Frederick patients with an effective alternative to more invasive facial procedures. These treatments allow patients to “try out” some of the effects of a facelift without the commitment, downtime, or price, or to complement the results of facial surgery. Since […]
13 Valentine’s Day Ideas For Couples in Hagerstown


Valentine’s Day will be a welcome reprieve from the frigid winter days, and we’re planning to seize the day and make it special! Whether you’ve got a sweetheart or you’re planning Galentine’s Day activities with friends, we found these 13 uniquely Hagerstown activities to help you plan a day (or two) that celebrates love and […]
The Truth About Wrinkles: A Plastic Surgeon Addresses 7 Common Wrinkle Myths


There are a few factors that conspire to create our wrinkles. As our bodies age, the fat pads in our faces fall, and our skin becomes thinner: collagen and elastin break down, and are not replenished at the levels they were when we were younger. This process is often accelerated by environmental factors like sun […]
Dr. Henry F. Garazo Named Tri-State “Best Plastic Surgeon” for Third Consecutive Year


Hagerstown/Frederick Area Plastic Surgeon Dr. Henry F. Garazo selected as “Best Plastic Surgeon” in the Tri-State area Hagerstown, MD, November 2, 2021 — The staff of Plastic Surgery Services congratulates board certified plastic surgeon Dr. Henry F. Garazo, the practice director, on his third consecutive “Best Plastic Surgeon” win in The Herald-Mail’s Community’s Choice Awards. […]
6 Treatments to Get Now that Summer is Over


Cooler temperatures, gorgeous foliage, and pumpkin spice…what’s not to love about Fall? And, because you likely have more opportunities to stay home and recover, Fall is also the perfect time of year to spruce up your appearance in preparation for the holidays and spring vacations. If you’re considering a makeover this season, take a look […]
5 Ways to Optimize Your Chemical Peel Results


If a chemical peel is on your calendar, you can expect a medical-grade exfoliation that will do away with a number of skin concerns. But if you’re anything like us, you are always looking to level up your skincare game! With chemical peels, there are many ways you can improve on the results by adjusting […]
Why It’s Important to Be Honest With Your Plastic Surgeon About Past Non-Surgical Treatments


Non-surgical procedures have been on the rise for the past decade, with nearly 16 million performed in 2018 alone. While many of these are advertised as quick and easy “lunchtime” procedures with zero downtime, they have effects on your body’s tissues that need to be considered when it comes to subsequent treatments and surgeries. In […]