Maryland cosmetic surgery blog
Jeuveau vs. Botox: What’s the Difference?
The injectable neurotoxin Jeuveau™ received FDA clearance on 2/1/2019 joining Botox, Dysport, and Xeomin on the wrinkle-treatment shelves. Its self-ascribed nickname #NEWTOX suggests what Jeuveau has to offer: a new Botox alternative, also made from botulinum toxin type A, that temporarily smoothes frown lines and other wrinkles around the eyes and brow. So here’s the […]
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 […]
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 […]
6 Makeup & Skin Habits to Avoid After Your 40s
Your skin’s needs change as you age, and products you swore by for years may no longer be as effective or may even contribute to you appearing older than you look and feel. To support your skin in this stage of life, your beauty routine likely needs a refresh! Here are six makeup and skin […]
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 […]
FYI, Dehydration is Making Your Wrinkles Look Worse
The role hydration plays in our skin’s health and appearance is more significant than we might assume. While our Hagerstown medspa offers advanced treatments to combat signs of aging, we also emphasize the importance of fundamental skincare practices, including staying hydrated. Here, we share how dehydration impacts your skin’s appearance and what you can do […]
Here’s What NOT to Do After Getting Cosmetic Injectables
Cosmetic injections are increasingly in-demand—in fact, a majority of our Hagerstown and Frederick patients use them to refresh their look and give their skin some needed TLC. But, while dermal fillers and Botox can quickly take years off your appearance, there are a few things you’ll want to avoid in the days following your treatment. […]
Kim K Gets Botox in Her Neck – Should You?
The neck is neglected in the average skincare routine, as well as in treatment plans to improve signs of facial aging, despite being a critical focal point that can betray our age. But fear not—Botox can also be used in this area to help you reclaim your youth and confidence. While neurotoxins are best known […]
Here’s Why There’s No Such Thing as a “Healthy Tan”
Summer is practically here, and while a sun-kissed glow may be aesthetically pleasing, a “healthy” tan is actually anything but good for you. The idea that tanning is a normal, safe part of summer is outdated and unscientific, and the concept of a “base tan” is nothing more than a myth. In fact, tanning happens […]
What happens to my muscles during a tummy tuck?
When it comes to the miracle of childbirth or significant weight fluctuations, your body undoubtedly undergoes tremendous changes. And while the joys of motherhood or achieving weight loss goals are incomparable, many are left with lasting effects on their abdominal region—namely, stretched abdominal muscles, or diastasis recti. A tummy tuck is the most dependable solution […]