Healthy Living Blogs

Does Scar Massage Actually Work?

Performing surgery while minimizing or hiding the scar is a central theme of Plastic Surgery.  Caring for a scar correctly after surgery can make a significant impact on the scar’s final appearance, and scar massage is often included in this care.  Healing incisions...

Why Does My Sebaceous Cyst Keep Coming Back?

I frequently see patients who complain that they had a sebaceous cyst drained, but that it came back. Why do sebaceous cysts come back? To answer this question, let’s discuss what a cyst actually is.  Generally speaking, a cyst is a sac lined with cells.  Cysts can...

Laser Resurfacing – The Complete Guide

Laser resurfacing is a phenomenal tool to smooth fine lines and prevent the signs of aging. In previous posts, I've touted the benefits of the microlaser peel.  But if you've spent any time reading up on laser peels, you've likely heard of either Fraxel or...

5 Facts About Laser Hair Removal

I hear an advertisement for laser hair removal several times a day on the radio. often from Greer Plastic Surgery. And for as widely as hair removal is advertised, I feel like it is rather poorly understood. So today, let's clear up some of the misconceptions. 1....