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Preoperative Botox injections are a useful test for predicting how well patients with chronic migraine will respond to nerve decompression surgery,...

While there are many procedures that will reshape the ear for a variety of deformities, otoplasties concentrate on treating protrusion of the ear. ...

A labiaplasty is a plastic surgery procedure that reduces the size and proportions of the labia minora, or inner vaginal lips. During a labiaplasty...

The American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS), the world's largest organization of board-certified plastic surgeons, is reiterating its dedicatio...

A brow lift is a cosmetic surgery procedure that elevates the eyebrows and forehead, creating a more youthful and refreshed appearance. There are t...

Parents voice strong concerns about social media sharing of images of children undergoing craniofacial surgery, reports a survey study in the April...

For patients considering or undergoing plastic and reconstructive surgery (PRS) procedures, using social media to gather information and answer que...

Diastasis recti is a condition where the abdominal muscles separate down the middle of the stomach. While anyone can develop this condition, it is ...

African American patients with carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) are less likely to receive surgical treatment, reports the March issue of Plastic and R...

For women undergoing autologous breast reconstruction – reconstruction using the patient's own tissues, rather than implants – the risks of overall...

As a parent, it can be scary when your little one needs surgery. Cleft lip and palate often necessitate surgery early in life. Fortunately, the out...

Silicone-based fillers may seem appealing because they last longer than other types of fillers; however, they have never been approved by the FDA f...