Year in Review: Looking at the Most Popular Cosmetic Enhancements of 2014 Posted on March 23, 2015 By James H. French Jr., MD, FACS It’s no secret that plastic surgery and cosmetic treatments are booming in popularity. Thanks in part to Kim Kardashian’s famous posterior, Brazilian butt lifts reigned supreme as one of 2014’s most popular cosmetic surgery procedures. BOTOX® remained a universal favorite even as new treatments and procedures gained in popularity. So what do the top cosmetic … Read More
Is There Such a Thing as a Non-Surgical Breast Lift? Posted on August 15, 2014 By James H. French Jr., MD, FACS Sagging breast skin is an area of concern for numerous women, with pregnancy, weight fluctuations, and aging all contributing to the issue. Having heard about non-surgical treatment options for many other cosmetic concerns, some women are now wondering if there is a viable non-surgical alternative to surgery at our Washington, DC-area practice. Considering the dramatic … Read More
Breast Augmentation + Breast Lift = Breast Shaping Posted on March 31, 2014 By James H. French Jr., MD, FACS It is completely natural for the appearance of the breasts to change over time. Your breasts can lose their shape and fullness for a variety of reasons: the aging process can create sagging breasts; weight fluctuations can deflate the breasts; breastfeeding and pregnancy can lead to similar changes. If you're concerned about the size of … Read More
Are You Looking at a Real “Result” in Before-and-After Photos? Posted on February 28, 2014 By James H. French Jr., MD, FACS “If it looks too good to be true, it probably is.” We’ve all heard this adage. But what about dramatic before-and-after photos that are so often shown to advertise a plastic surgery procedure? Aren’t we supposed to see dramatic results from plastic surgery? Men and women understandably want noticeable results from cosmetic surgery, and photos that … Read More
Why Men Need Facial Rejuvenation, Too Posted on August 26, 2013 By James H. French Jr., MD, FACS Picture the typical cosmetic surgery patient; you may envision a woman in her 50s who’s after a more youthful appearance, or a younger woman interested in breast augmentation. But this is only a part of the picture. Today, the ideal candidate for facial rejuvenation may just as easily be a man. While men aren’t often … Read More