Gummy Bear Implants
Gummy describes the consistency of the silicone gel in Natrelle Inspira® Breast implants. A Breast Augmentation is the single most popular cosmetic surgical procedure in the United States. According to the American society of Plastic Surgery, over 300,000 procedures were performed in 2018, alone. The first-generation silicone gel filled implants were developed in 1962 by…
Read More
Maskne
The coronavirus era has led us to wear masks in public. While masks are a great way to reduce the spread of the virus, they often lead to an unpleasant side effect: maskne or mask-related acne. Let’s take a closer look at what causes maskne and what you can do to prevent it. What Causes…
Read More
Breast Implant Illness (B.I.I.)
The emergence of a group of symptoms associated with breast implants was first described in Japan in 1964(1). These systemic symptoms are now collectively called Breast Implant Illness (B.I.I.). It is speculated that a nonspecific agent (breast implants) causes an increase in either the cellular or hormonal immune system. Autoimmune symptoms include chronic fatigue, pain…
Read More
How to Take Care of Yourself after a Facelift
The delicate skin of the face is often the first to show signs of sun exposure, gravity, collagen loss and other causes of facial aging. A facelift (rhytidectomy) is one of the most comprehensive and effective treatments to address these concerns. If you are considering facelift surgery with Dr. Odinet, you are likely curious to…
Read More