Cosmetic surgery was originally strictly the domain of women. Men thought it was too vain to worry about a wrinkle here or there. But today, especially as men age and have to compete with younger rivals in the workplace that has changed. Today men account for around 10 percent of the cosmetic procedures performed. What […]
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Understanding Gynecomastia and Its Treatment
During puberty, a small amount of male breast development occurs. In most cases, this resolves itself in a couple of years. But in some cases, thoughts are up to 60 percent of men, gynecomastia, commonly known as “male breast development,” occurs where this breast tissue doesn’t completely go away. Gynecomastia is characterized by excess fat, […]
What If Your Child or Teen Wants Plastic Surgery?
By Dr. Lavey on February 2, 2014 in Male Breast Reduction, Male Breast Reduction (Gynecomastia), Otoplasty, Rhinoplasty, Teen Plastic Surgery 1
Although plastic surgery is often perceived as something that is sought after if one wants to turn back the hands of time, we have noticed an increasing trend of children and teens who are also seeking cosmetic procedures here at our Bay Area plastic surgery practice. Is this a good thing? Or it it something […]