Tag: tummy tuck
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Let’s talk about love this month…specifically, self love.
During the month of February, much is made about the concept of “loving yourself.” Whether it’s meant to take the focus off of romantic love, or it’s meant as a self-empowerment tool, our society has become increasingly aware of the benefits of self-care. However, the concept means different things to different people. Does it mean…
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How will the Affordable Care Act impact our cosmetic procedures?
On January 1, 2014, millions of Americans will have new health insurance under the Affordable Care Act. While our services at St. Louis Cosmetic Surgery are cosmetic, and therefore not covered by insurance, our patients may still feel the effects on the healthcare industry. When patients come in to our office to schedule a breast…
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Want to look great? Don’t forget your skin.
Taking care of yourself is more than just focusing on one part of your body. Nobody would recommend going to the gym and only working out only your arms, or only your legs. In order to really feel and look your best, you have to see yourself as an entire package. The exhilaration of…
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A Day in the Life of a Plastic Surgeon
With so much information readily available these days online, it’s only natural that most people do a lot of research before making decision to have a plastic surgery procedure. Almost everyone wants to view before and after pictures, read reviews of the surgeons, and be given a post-operative checklist. But for some, that’s not enough–more…
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Eating healthy doesn’t have to be difficult
Many of us can relate to the resolution maker who vows to get healthy and start eating right. Typically, this means going on some sort of restrictive diet–maybe a meal plan that’s all over the news or Facebook–and going full steam ahead for a few weeks before the inevitable burn-out sets in. Changing our habits…
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Stop blowing smoke: quit smoking for good
According to an article on time.com about the most commonly broken New Year’s Resolutions, only 15% of people who try to quit smoking on January 1 actually manage to stay smoke-free for more than six months. With odds like that, it’s no wonder why many people don’t even give it a shot. But the benefits of…