ASPS member Eduardo Rodriguez, MD, led a surgical team that performed the world's first successful face and hands transplant. The 22-year-old patient had suffered severe burns over nearly 80% of his body following a tragic car accident.
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"Take some time for yourself and don’t feel guilty about it." - Morgan Celeste, a beauty blogger and mommy makeover patient.
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Plastic surgeons have given a suicide survivor a second chance at life after a historic face transplant procedure. At the age of 21, Katie Stubblefield became the youngest face transplant recipient in the United States.
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Radiofrequency energy is great for patients who aren't ready for a facelift, breast lift or tummy tuck but have a little excess skin and fat. Dr. Jacob Unger explains how the technology works, who's a good candidate and shares a before and after photo.
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In observance of Juneteenth, a holiday to commemorate the end of slavery in the U.S. and celebrate African-American achievement, ASPS honors the legacy of Arthur L. Garnes, MD, the nation's first board-certified Black plastic surgeon.
Robert Chelsea suffered severe burns to his face in a car accident six years ago. Earlier this year, he received a full face transplant, making him both the the first African American and the oldest person to undergo the procedure.
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Whether it's neurotoxins, liposuction or upper-eyelid surgery, more men are seeking a refreshed appearance through plastic surgery. Check out
@DrKarenHorton
and Dr. Jamie Moenster as they discuss popular procedures for men, and why they're so popular.
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DYK a breast reduction includes a breast lift? It's true. Taking away tissue helps, but the lift aspect can provide tremendous relief to neck, back and should pain. Also, the areola will get smaller. How's that? It's all in the video.
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Retinols help improve fine lines, acne and skin pigmentation; but, not all retinols are created equally. The revitalizing effects of retinols are creating so many questions that Dr. Ashley Amalfi and
@TheDrSmita
took two minutes to help you sort some of it out.
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Watch
@DrKarenHorton
and Dr. Jamie Moenster debunk the myths. Plastic surgery isn't always scarless (but we know where to hide and treat them). It isn't vain (taking care of yourself never is). It isn't fake (you'll look like yourself, just refreshed).
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When should you start fillers and neurotoxins to prevent wrinkles and sagging skin?
@TheDrSmita
and
@AshleyAmalfi
talk prejuvenation, and the BIGGEST thing is to start before lines become permanent. If you're not moving those muscles, you're not making wrinkles.
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ASPS is excited to share a sneak peek of our latest ad. "I See Me" is about empowerment, personal experience and identity. Plastic surgery is just one of many decisions you make. It's not a decision that defines you. Consult an ASPS member to achieve your goals.
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All fat is bad. Plastic surgery is scarless. Fat returns after liposuction. Watch as we demystify these misconceptions with ASPS members Aviva Preminger, MD and Susan MacLennan, MD.
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After Don's nose was taken to remove a cancerous growth, his plastic surgeon took bone from his rib, cartilage from his ear and skin from his forehead to give him a new nose. There is no medical specialty like plastic surgery, the specialty of innovation.
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Facial feminization surgery is always tailored to the individual, but as ASPS member
@drjustineleemd
, explains there are general characteristics such as hairline, brow bones, cheeks and jawline that many patients note and plastic surgeons plan for.
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The best way to address common concerns around the eyes and forehead? That depends. ASPS member
@DrAlanMatarasso
explains the difference between eyelid surgery and a brow lift – the relationship between the brow dropping and extra skin on the upper lid.
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In the latest Plastic Surgeons Talking About Their Plastic Surgery,
@DrKarenHorton
shares her own breast augmentation journey with Jamie Moenster, DO, discussing why the subglandular position was best for her and why she's feeling more proportional.
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Please join the American Society of Plastic Surgeons in celebrating all of the remarkable women in plastic surgery whose contributions play a huge role in advancing our specialty!
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A successful recovery is an essential part of a successful procedure. ASPS members' innovations in long-lasting anesthetics will help relieve symptoms of nausea and stomach pain while helping patients return to normal activities sooner and more safely.
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The coolest thing about watching plastic surgeons talk about their own plastic surgery? Learning they do it for the same reasons you do and expanding your vocabulary... What the heck is transconjunctival?
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We are pleased to announce our 2019 Presidents – Dr. Alan Matarasso for the American Society of Plastic Surgeons and Dr. Andrea Pusic for The Plastic Surgery Foundation!
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Carol was comfortable, confident and carefree until one decision changed the rest of her life. Watch Carol's heartbreaking story to learn why it is so important to consult an ASPS member surgeon on your plastic surgery journey.
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It's common for patients to wonder if they'll still look like themselves after getting injectables. Watch
@TheDrSmita
and Ashley Amalfi, MD, discuss how the goals are a refreshed appearance and preserving your unique natural beauty.
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The American Society of Plastic Surgeons expresses its heartfelt gratitude to the men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in defense of freedom and liberty. ASPS is proud to share a story of military courage close to our hearts today.
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We are pleased to announce our 2022 Presidents – J. Peter Rubin, MD, for the American Society of Plastic Surgeons and Bernard T. Lee, MD, MBA, MPH, for The Plastic Surgery Foundation!
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Erin had a brain tumor, so she saw a plastic surgeon. Not a typical story, but one that saved her from facial paralysis. Thanks to surgical innovation, she still looks like her children's mother, her parents' daughter and the person she knows herself to be.
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Each year, our Patients of Courage program honors individuals whose lives were restored by reconstructive plastic surgery and whose actions inspire those around them. Today we're highlighting Terri Coutee, one of our 2018 honorees.
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Breast reconstruction patients tear up the runway during New York Fashion Week and share their inspirational stories. Check out our new Innovators web series to learn more:
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Gideon was diagnosed with Apert Syndrome, a genetic disorder characterized by skeletal abnormalities, which can impact a child's ability to breathe, eat and see. Watch Gideon's father as he shares his son's plastic surgery journey.
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We are pleased to announce our 2021 Presidents – Joseph Losee, MD, for the American Society of Plastic Surgeons and Gayle Gordillo, MD, for The Plastic Surgery Foundation!
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Dr. Heather Furnas, Vice Chair of our Social Media Subcommittee, recorded a special message to honor International Women’s Day and all of the women in plastic surgery who are advancing the specialty!
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Plastic surgery is not purely used for cosmetic purposes. It falls into two categories – cosmetic and reconstructive. Click here to learn more about the different types of reconstructive procedures:
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