6 Rhinoplasty Recovery Rules to Follow After Surgery
While it's important to be realistic about rhinoplasty recovery, there are just a few rules to follow when it comes to healing in style! Here's how to make sure your recovery is smooth and uneventful, and remember, you’ll be back to your normal routine in 4-6 weeks:...
LED Light Therapy: Does It Really Work For Skincare & Aging?
LED lights have become a popular buzzword in the skincare world, with promises of radiant skin, fewer wrinkles, and even acne elimination. But how exactly do these tiny lights work their magic? Are they worth it? According to 81% of RealSelf reviewers, they certainly...
Pregnancy and Breast Implants – A Guide for Mamas-To-Be
Congratulations! You're pregnant! This is an exciting time filled with anticipation, joy, and maybe a few anxieties. If you have breast implants, you might have some questions about how they'll fare during this amazing journey. Fear not, mama-to-be, we're here to...
Which Supplements to Stop Taking Before Plastic Surgery
Plastic surgery can come with a lot of prep, like making arrangements for your ride home and purchasing supplies to assist in the healing process. When this preparation is rethinking your supplements and daily vitamins. While these things do not cause harm to a...
5 Cosmetic Procedures That Are Safe for Skin Of Color
When it comes to cosmetic procedures, it's important to choose ones that are safe and effective for your skin type. While this is true for any patient, this is especially important for people with skin of color, as some procedures can cause hyperpigmentation....
Benefits of Labiaplasty
Labiaplasty is a surgical procedure to alter the size and shape of the labia minora, the inner folds of skin on either side of the vaginal opening. It is a cosmetic procedure, meaning that it is not medically necessary. However, many women choose to have labiaplasty...
Septoplasty vs. Rhinoplasty
Two popular facial surgeries that we often hear about are Septoplasty and Rhinoplasty. What exactly are these procedures and how do they differ from each other? Let's dive in to gain a deeper understanding. Septoplasty is a surgical procedure primarily performed to...
Should I Get Plastic Surgery?
When meeting with patients in the Capizzi MD office, a common question is: "should I get cosmetic surgery?" While we are surgical practice, we also have a holistic approach to this medicine as we help guide patients to the answer that is right for them. At the end of...
Philtrum Botox – The Other Name for Lip Flip
The Philtrum – a term derived from the Greek word "philtron" which means "love charm" – pertains to the vertical groove located in the middle area of the upper lip. This anatomical feature, while often overlooked, plays a significant role in the overall aesthetics of...
Stop Excessive Sweating with miraDry
Hyperhidrosis is a condition you may not be familiar with, but it's one that affects millions of individuals worldwide. In its simplest form, hyperhidrosis is a medical condition characterized by excessive, often uncontrollable, sweating. But what does hyperhidrosis...