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Cosmetic Surgery Treatments for Stretch Marks

Stretch marks, medically called striae, usually appear after rapid stretching of the skin, according to MedlinePlus and the Mayo Clinic. Moms are especially prone to stretch marks, either caused by pregnancy or the resulting weight changes. Many creams and other treatments that are sold over-the-counter are ineffective in reducing the appearance of stretch marks. If they do not go away over time and the appearance disturbs you, you might investigate some of the available cosmetic surgeries that can help eliminate stretch marks.

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Surgery Scar Healing

Whenever you are going to have surgery, scarring is going to happen. Although picking the right surgeon or simply having good genes will have a big impact on your results, you can take even more steps to ensure the best outcome possible regarding surgery scar healing. The wound healing process is delicate, and many factors contribute to the result, according to the Beauty Surge website.

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Skin Removal After Weight Loss Surgery

As you gain weight, your skin expands to accommodate underlying fat. But in cases of extreme weight loss, such as after bariatric weight loss surgery, patients are often left with unsightly excess skin. Because of its decreased elasticity, this skin tends to hang, sag and give a body a lumpy appearance. According to Dr. Michael Bermant, board-certified plastic surgeon, this is not a problem you can correct with diet or exercise alone. Excess skin must be surgically removed.

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How to Lift Breasts Naturally

Sagging breasts can be the cause of age or pregnancy, or even from losing or gaining a large amount of weight in a short period. Many women feel that surgery is the only way they can achieve beautiful, firm breasts, but that’s not true. There are different natural methods to achieving this.

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Body Image and Shopping With Your Teen

As New York’s fall Fashion Week closed down last week, parents nationwide wrapped up another September high-pressure fashion ritual: back to school shopping. Few parents would describe this particular custom as fun. But for those of us with plus-size kids, it can be especially excruciating. As parents, we want our kids to feel good about…