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Does an Umbilical Hernia Require a Plastic Surgeon?

My son had a umbilical hernia repair in December 2008 at just over 1 year old. He is now almost exactly 3-1/2 years old and there has been no change...

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When is the Correct Time to Have Axillary Breast Tissue Removed?

Hello, I have a significant amount of axillary breast tissue under both underarms. It's very unsightly and painful. Because this isn't that...

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What Does It Mean for a Doctor to Have Hospital Privileges for a Procedure?

I've heard that your plastic surgeon should have hospital privileges... What does this mean, exactly? How do they get them and why do they matter...

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Plastic Surgeon or Facial Plastic Surgeon for Alar Base Reduction?

For an alar base(alarplasty) reduction? Will that be a big difference or not? Which one has better results? Both have the same skill levels on that...

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Are There Professional Advisors?

Are there docs or others who specialize in evaluating personal cases, staying current on the latest techniques, and helping potential patients make...

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