Questions tagged with: skin

Can a Plastic Surgeon Fix Complications from Removal of Massive Tumor? 9 answers

I had a 80lb tumor removed causing my abdominal wall to weaken and 3 months later ended up getting a incision hernia that was fixed, but something...

Can "Bad Skin Elasticity" Cause Poor Cosmetic Surgery Results? 8 answers

I had a face lift and neck lift 7 years ago that did not turn out well either. My neck is lumpy. I have extra skin below my left ear. I had to have...

Procedure to Remove Excess Skin or Fat on the Head? 6 answers

I've been told that the back of my head along with the top of has rolls like hotdogs. Are there any procedures out there for me? Thanks.

Will Insurance Cover Removal of Extra Skin? 5 answers

I am 51 years old and used to weigh 280 lbs. Six years ago, I lost all the weight; now I weigh 100 lbs. i had 2 c-sections, a tubual ligation through...

Stem Cells, Botox Cream - New Cosmetic Treatments Coming? 5 answers

I am wondering what advancements are going to be popular in the near future. I've heard about stem cell face lifts and a cream version of botox....

What Can Be Done About Sunken Eyeballs? 3 answers

A few years ago I had discoloration on my face and was told to use a steroid cream on my skin to alleviate the problem. For some reason I decided to...

Are These Multiple Cosmetic Procedures on Face and Body Safe? 3 answers

Can all this be done in one surgery: Face: under eye surgery, Neck lift, Revision RhinoplastyBody: Liposuction to upper and lower belly and back

Non-surgical Options for Loose Inner Thighs and Cellulite? 2 answers

I have lost 90 pounds when I was a teen. I'm now 25 and at a healthy weight. I don't have an extreme case of loose skin. Other areas have managed to...

Will Insurance Cover Surgery for Excess Skin Causing Irritation? 2 answers

I have lost 85-90 pounds and my skin is overlapping. At times, it causes me to get skin irritation and it begins to itch. I have to put baby powder...

What Are the Signs of Skin Necrosis After Plastic Surgery? 1 answer

How do you know when the skin at the incision site is dying? How long should a doctor wait to see if it will 'pink up'? I am a little over 2 weeks...

What is a Knee Lift? 1 answer

Hi, what do you know of a knee lift procedure? My knees are a bit saggy after liposuction procedure 10 years ago. I am not overweight and I do work...

Procedure to Remove Excess Skin on Nose? 1 answer

I have excess skin coming from my nose that covers part of my inner eyes. Is there a procedure to rid of this excess skin that I have had since I was...

Procedure to Improve Deep Wrinkles and Loose Skin on Chest? 1 answer

I have deep wrinkles and loose skin on my chest (I am female). If I relax while sitting the skin looks like an old lady. I am a young 62 year old....

What Can Be Done for Lost Skin Elasticity on Body? 1 answer

I am 44. I was tone and fit. Lost a lot of elasticity in body over the last two months. What can be done?

Best Treatment to Thicken Tennis Elbow? 1 answer

I had injections for tennis elbow and my skin has thinned. Can you suggest the best treatment to thicken the skin back around the elbow? The skin has...

Stop Topical Acne Medications Before Plastic Surgery Procedures? 1 answer

Do you recommend patients to stop using topical acne medicines such as Differin or Retin A prior to plastic surgery procedure? Would having either...


Is There Any Type of Surgery for Ashy Knees? 1 answer

I have really ashy knees and elbows. it's so bad that i never wear shorts. is there anything i can do to help this problem? thanks -el
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