During a recent episode of Instagram live series "Bright Minded," Cody Simpson unveiled his new buzzcut and revealed Miley Cyrus as his hairdresser. "I was mad about my own haircut so I had to give […]

As shortages in hand sanitizer and personnel protective gear has greatly affected medical professionals, beauty companies have been doing what they can to assist. Parent company of skin-care brands […]

With many businesses suffering in light of coronavirus and social distancing, Allure editors wanted to shine some light on our favorite small beauty brands. We've been leaning on our self-care […]

Skin fasting is a skin-care trend that involves minimizing, or even forgoing, your skin-care routine. But should you really shelve all your skin-care products for a few weeks? Or, does cutting out […]

Three makeup artist and beauty editors with facial hair share their best tips for applying foundation on top of or around a beard. Whether you shave your face clean or keep a beard, you'll want to […]

Professional nail artists discuss their favorite nail-art designs they've ever created themselves. Get manicure ideas from Tom Bachik, Miss Pop, Gina Edwards, and more as they reveal the products and […]

Yoga mats are an amazing item to have on hand whether you're a die-hard yogi or just love to stretch it out and do quick workouts from the comfort of your home. With this in mind, we compiled seven […]

Climate change isn't going anywhere, folks, but there are countless ways we can be better to our planet. One of those ways is buying reusable water bottles to cut down on plastic consumption. Here […]

While isolating themselves to prevent the spread of coronavirus, people on Instagram are sharing their best nail-art designs done at home using the hashtag #quarantinenails. Here are the best easy […]

Hairstylists detail some of the easiest styles for greasy hair, including sleek side parts, low ponytails, braided buns, and Bantu knots. Justine Marjan, Lacy Redway, Andrew Fitzsimons, and Kristen […]

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90 Day Fiancé star Anfisa Arkhipchenko looks a lot different these days. Fans barely recognized the reality star in her latest series of Instagram photos. She doesn’t look like the same […]

Kim Kardashian has gone platinum blonde again. The Keeping Up With the Kardashians star goes blonde every time she goes to New York Fashion Week. She previously revealed that her husband Kanye West […]

Courteney Cox was once one of the most beautiful actresses in Hollywood. But over the past few years, she became almost unrecognizable with frozen facial features due to too many facial fillers. It […]

Megyn Kelly is securing her spot with NBC. She wants to make a good impact on the network. She no longer wants to be the news anchor who worked for FOX News. Megyn Kelly sparked the plastic surgery […]

Khloe Kardashian has been the center of plastic surgery rumors for the past few years. There is no doubt that her looks have changed, just like the rest of her body. Of course, Khloe only wants to […]

There is increased concern for Olivia Newton-John’s daughter Chloe Lattanzi. She has been flaunting her incredibly tiny waist on Instagram. The model has been open about her plastic surgery […]

Pamela Anderson sported a different look at the Cannes Film Festival, one reeked of plastic surgery according to photos. The former Baywatch star looked unrecognizable when she made an appearance at […]

Khloe Kardashian has sparked the plastic surgery rumors once again. The Keeping Up With the Kardashians star has been rocking a new look lately. Some fans think Khloe’s new look has to do with […]

Kim Kardashian was on a mission to change herself after her Paris robbery. She took a break from social media and has since returned. She changed her image on Instagram and reinvented herself […]

Chrissy Teigen is widely regarded as one of the most beautiful women in the world, but in a new interview, the model, and wife of singer John Legend, has admitted having plastic surgery and that her […]

Former Playboy Playmate of the Year Sara Underwood thrilled her 9.2 million Instagram followers with her latest post, a breathtaking shot that captured her magical cabin as well as her beauty.Sara […]

On Friday, April 3, American fitness model Kelsey Wells uploaded a sizzling snap on Instagram.In the photo, the founder of the PWR program is seen striking a powerful pose in her kitchen. She stood […]

Earlier today, Selena Gomez opened up about being diagnosed with bipolar disorder while chatting with Miley Cyrus on her Instagram Live show Bright Minded, reports E! News.The “Rare” […]

Ashley Lawrence, who is only 21-years-old, has created see through masks so that the deaf and hard of hearing population can protect themselves during the coronavirus pandemic. The masks look quite […]

Chris Cuomo is offering new details about the ways the coronavirus has affected him following his announcement that he had been diagnosed with the illness on Tuesday. During a broadcast live from his […]

Researchers announced on Thursday that they’ve found a potential vaccine for the novel coronavirus, and it could be deployed rapidly enough to “significantly impact the spread of […]

Dr. Frank Gabrin, a New Jersey emergency room physician and two-time cancer survivor, is the first American doctor to die of COVID-19, the respiratory illness that derives from the novel coronavirus, […]

Abdominoplasty is the fifth most common cosmetic plastic surgery procedure performed in the United States and combining it with other procedures has become more the norm than the outlier. Liposuction […]

The Enhanced Recovery After Surgery (ERAS) protocol is a multidisciplinary, multimodal, and evidence-based approach to perioperative management. The ERAS pathway has been applied to numerous major […]

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In 1993, Paul Brand and Phillip Yancey wrote about the importance of pain in a book entitled, Pain, The Gift Nobody Wants. This was followed in 1997 by their book entitled, The Gift of Pain. Each […]

Increases in opioid prescribing over the last several decades is correlated with an alarming increase in opioid-related morbidity and mortality owing to both prescription opioid misuse and abuse as […]

There are more than 2 dozen nerve entrapment syndromes in the body. Generally, these occur at sites of fibroosseous or fibromuscular tunnels. Any insult that leads to an increase in the size of the […]

There are many different types of skin blemish, many of which are harmless. Learn about some blemishes, including their appearance, causes, and treatment, here.

A tongue piercing usually has a long healing process with a high chance of infection. In this article, learn more about what to expect from the tongue piercing healing process.

Microneedling with PRP is a cosmetic procedure that uses tiny needles and plasma from a person’s blood to encourage collagen production. Learn more here.

Breast reduction surgery is a cosmetic procedure that can reduce the size of a person’s breasts. Learn about who can benefit and how the procedure works here.

A recent study links permanent hair dye and chemical straighteners to an increase in breast cancer risk. In this article, we put the findings into context.

Hair transplants can be an effective treatment for hair loss. Here, we look at how the different types work, as well as their success rates and side effects.

A bruised face will usually heal on its own. However, some treatments and home remedies may speed up the healing process. Learn more here.

Tea tree oil is a natural antibacterial and anti-inflammatory substance. Some sources suggest that it can help with piercings and keloid scars. Learn more about tea tree oil for piercings here.

Having skin tags develop on the eyelids can be irritating. Learn about why they develop, as well as how to remove them safely and effectively, here.

Hair loss on the legs can occur as a result of lifestyle factors or an underlying health condition. Learn more about the potential causes of hair loss on the legs, and how to treat them, here.

This case-control study evaluates changes in opioid prescribing habits for patients in Vermont undergoing rhinoplasty and/or septoplasty before and after the adoption of new statewide opioid […]

This book review assesses Facial Trauma Surgery: From Primary Repair to Reconstruction by Amir H. Dorafshar, Eduardo D. Rodriguez, and Paul N. Manson, eds.

This retrospective review examines the longevity of the endoscopic preperiosteal midface lift using aesthetic scales.

This review of 190 patient photographs and computed tomography scans measured the distribution of nasal soft-tissue envelope thickness (STE) and evaluates whether 4 facial plastic surgery physicians […]

This case report describes the development of alopecia following an injection of deoxycholic acid for treatment of submental adiposity.

This population-based cohort study assesses patterns of postoperative antibiotic prescriptions and infection rates after nasal and oculoplastic procedures.

This case series survey study examines the relationship between patient-reported pain outcomes, objective opioid use, and perception of surgical success.

In Reply Many thanks for the letter and comments relating to the recently published Surgical Pearl. We are very grateful to you for drawing our attention to the work of Maliniac, of which the authors […]

To the Editor We read the article “Suspension Technique for Unstable Nasal Bones” (and related video) by Hunter and Tasman. We congratulate the authors on their work; however, some […]

As patients continue to seek non-invasive treatments across the cosmetic spectrum, "liquid rhinoplasty" is emerging as the non-surgical alternative to the traditional nose job.

For women receiving breast implants during reconstructive or cosmetic breast surgery, scarring around the implant - called capsular contracture - is a common, costly, and painful complication.

The dramatic shift in how nasal tip surgery is being performed given changes in the intended goals and evolving techniques is highlighted in a Special Communication by and interview with Dean […]

Using 3D digital stereophotogrammetry, the study suggests that hyaluronic acid (HA) dermal filler treatment can restore a more youthful pattern of facial expressiveness.

In the era of 'Dr. Google,' social media is a tremendous influence on patients interested in cosmetic surgery, and with more than two billion users - representing almost one-third of the internet - […]

Whether they choose the look, or genetics chooses it for them, some guys are embracing baldness. However, without a hairline, bald men who desire a facelift have a difficult time hiding their scars, […]

Three-dimensional tattoos offer a new alternative for creating a natural-looking nipple after breast reconstruction.

Suppose you're a teen or young woman who starts putting on fat, mainly in your legs. Doctors say you're obese – but no matter how much you diet and exercise, you can't lose the fat. After years […]

Plastic surgery training takes a toll on childbearing and reproductive health, including negative effects on fertility, complications during pregnancy, and breastfeeding practices, reports a study in […]

Women who underwent breast reduction surgery before age 25 continue to report lasting benefits 10 to 30 years following the procedure, according to a study in the November issue of Plastic and […]

For women receiving breast implants during reconstructive or cosmetic breast surgery, scarring around the implant – called capsular contracture – is a common, costly, and painful […]

As patients continue to seek noninvasive treatments across the cosmetic spectrum, "liquid rhinoplasty" is emerging as the nonsurgical alternative to the traditional nose job. Using dermal fillers to […]

The House Ways and Means Committee passed legislation that purports to solve the out-of-network billing problem, but in fact unfairly advantages insurance companies at the expense of patient access […]

Used for facial rejuvenation, dermal fillers do more than just fill in wrinkles. According to a new study in the February issue of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery®, the official medical […]

In the era of 'Dr. Google,' social media is a tremendous influence on patients interested in cosmetic surgery, and with more than two billion users – representing almost one-third of the […]

The Nipple By Number device was developed to provide plastic surgeons with a way of performing 3D nipple tattoos as an office procedure.

Some males are embracing baldness; however, without a hairline, bald men who desire a facelift have a difficult time hiding their scars.

The American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS) strongly opposes the surprise billing provisions within the Lower Health Care Costs Act agreement announced yesterday by Senator Lamar Alexander […]

What makes the female breast attractive? The answer is subjective, of course. But studies using eye-tracking technology are providing a more objective basis for determining which breast areas are […]

Suppose you're a teen or young woman who starts putting on fat, mainly in your legs. Doctors say you're obese – but no matter how much you diet and exercise, you can't lose the fat. After years […]

Summary The deep inferior epigastric perforator (DIEP) flap is becoming the gold standard for breast reconstruction using autologous tissue. If there are scars in the abdomen from previous surgery, […]

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Summary: Closing a scalp wound with skin defects is challenging because the scalp skin lacks extensibility and closing it tends to result in a remarkable, widespread, hairless scar. Absorbable […]

Background: Acellular dermal matrices (ADMs) were first incorporated into direct-to-implant (DTI) breast reconstruction by the senior author in 2001 and have since become foundational to […]

Background: Craniosynostosis affects 1 in 2,000 live births, which makes it one of the most common craniofacial abnormalities in the United States. Despite this fact, few national epidemiologic […]

Background: Lymphedema is a debilitating clinical condition predominantly affecting survivors of cancer. It adversely affects patients' quality of life and results in substantial cost burdens to […]

Summary: The definition of a successful career in plastic surgery is both a highly variable and personal one. Career success is underpinned by a combination of skills and is often multifactorial in […]

Background: Ravitch repair is a common surgical procedure to correct chest wall deformities. In this procedure, a subperichondreal cartilage resection of the deformed parasternal cartilage, and if […]

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Background: The mirror facelift1,2 is a new concept of mid-face rejuvenation that we apply during the preoperative consultation to explain and show the patient the possible results that can be […]

In this #FacetheCase video, PRS Global Open Resident Ambassador Dr. Mohamad Rachadian Ramadan presents a 69-year-old man who was kangaroo hunting when he accidentally shot himself with a rifle. With […]

Rod J. Rohrich, MD, Editor-in-Chief of PRS and PRS Global Open provides some tips and best practices that will help global researchers and clinicians reach success with their plastic surgery […]

In this #FacetheCase video, PRS Global Open Resident Ambassador Dr. Or Friedman presents a 45-year-old female patient is referred to you before undergoing right mastectomy and no planed radiation […]

This video displays subcutaneous dissection. Then, the DAO muscle is incised at the upper one-third point of the muscle and the proximal stump of the cut DAO is excised partially. DAO, depressor […]

This video demonstrates the author’s technique for mechanical digestion. From “A three-step mechanical digestion method to harvest adipose derived stromal vascular fraction: Finding the […]

This video demonstrates facelift dissection and SMAS elevation and fixation. From “Clinical Evaluation of 225 Sub-SMAS Facelifts with No Temporal Incision”Keywords: cosmetic, facelift

This video demonstrates lateral and medial platysmaplasty. From “Clinical Evaluation of 225 Sub-SMAS Facelifts with No Temporal Incision”Keywords: cosmetic, facelift

This video demonstrates fat harvesting and injection. From “Clinical Evaluation of 225 Sub-SMAS Facelifts with No Temporal Incision”Keywords: cosmetic, facelift

This video displays how hypochlorous acid is used to irrigate cavity wounds. From “The Use of Hypochlorous Acid Lavage to Treat Infected Cavity Wounds” Keywords: Hypochlorous […]

This video shows facial lift with nanofat grafting. From “Subcutaneous injections of Nanofat adipose derived stem cells grafting in facial rejuvenation” Keywords: facelift, cosmetic […]

Botulinum toxin (BoNT) is used for a range of applications, but when injected it can diffuse into the surrounding tissue and give rise to adverse effects. A new study shows that a subtle modification […]

In the dermis skin layer, the same bacteria are found across age and gender. This has been shown in a new study which has studied skin samples from knees and hips. The researchers hope it is a step […]

A new study reveals promising new strategies to prevent skin scarring after injuries.

Researchers are developing a new form 'Coolsculpting' technology that can selectively reduce fat almost anywhere in the body using a safe, injectable ice solution or 'slurry.'

Patients who received Mohs surgery to treat the most serious form of skin cancer, melanoma, reported a 95 percent long-term satisfaction rate with their results, according to a new study.

Approximately half of the patients were randomly assigned whole breast radiation, delivered once per day over 3 to 5 weeks. The other half received external beam APBI which was given twice a day over […]

The use of high-dose-rate brachytherapy to treat elderly patients with common skin cancers offers excellent cure rates and cosmetic outcomes, according to a new study.

The vast majority of in-use make-up products such as beauty blenders, mascara and lip gloss are contaminated with potentially life threatening superbugs, new research has revealed.

The search for youthfulness typically turns to lotions, supplements, serums and diets, but there may soon be a new option joining the fray. Rapamycin, a FDA-approved drug normally used to prevent […]

Microsurgery is an intricate and challenging surgical technique that involves using miniature instruments and sutures as fine as a hair strand aided by sophisticated microscopes. In plastic surgery, […]