Designed to reduce the appearance of excess labial skin, labiaplasty can often do more than correct a functional concern, such as discomfort during exercise or intercourse, or an aesthetic concern, such as self-consciousness due to visible labia through thin clothing. This procedure can potentially help qualified candidates regain a sense of confidence after years of self-esteem issues. If you’re experiencing […]
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Many women feel self-conscious about discussing their reproductive and sexual health, even with doctors. They may be worried that they’re abnormal or alone in having a specific concern; however, the majority of perceived issues are conditions numerous women experience. One example is labial hypertrophy, which refers to excess skin of the labia minora and majora. Typically both an aesthetic and […]
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When approaching any rhinoplasty surgery, both function and aesthetics always need to be considered. First and foremost, our patients at Plastic Surgery of the Carolinas are questioned about breathing difficulties, history of trauma, severe allergies, or frequent sinus headaches. When discussing aesthetic concerns, it is critical for the patient to understand that the appearance of the nose cannot simply be […]
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The nose is the central focal point of the human face. When we converse with one another, our eyes invariably and subconsciously drift between the eyes, the nose, and the lips. Because the nose is such a prominent feature of our face, it is critical that the nose not only appear “normal” and natural after rhinoplasty surgery, but also attractive […]
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Minimally invasive facial rejuvenation treatments like dermal fillers and cosmetic injectables can be a great way to diminish wrinkles and creases and add volume to facial features; however, our plastic surgeons, emphasize the importance of understanding the indicated use of each injectable before developing a treatment plan. Injectables like BOTOX® Cosmetic and Dysport® are neurotoxin-based products that are delivered into […]
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Dermal fillers and cosmetic injectables are traditionally used to add volume, reduce moderate to severe wrinkles, and fill deep creases; however, fine lines often prove difficult to treat. When placed closer to the surface of the skin—called the dermis—injectables can leave unsightly bumps or discolorations, something most patients wish to avoid. Injectable facial rejuvenation is a complex process; however, by […]
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Many women undergo breast surgery, be it breast augmentation for cosmetic enhancement (which is the most common), breast reduction for large, heavy breasts (the second most common), breast lift for sagging or droopy breasts, or breast reconstruction following mastectomy or lumpectomy for breast cancer. Though most achieve optimal outcomes from their initial surgery, unfortunately, a fair number of women remain […]
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At my plastic surgery practice and through my own observations, I have found that despite cultural differences in different parts of the country and the world, all too often plastic surgeons in the United States tend to over-augment when it comes to breast augmentation. More and more women are seeing breast augmentation results that look unnatural and disproportionately large. While […]
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The one concern many of our breast augmentation patients share is ending up with breasts that are too large, most often because they have seen so many women who have been over-augmented. At Plastic Surgery of the Carolinas, many women communicate their ideal size goals using bra sizes, such as “Full C” or “Small D.” For an experienced plastic surgeon, […]
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In part one of our two-part blog series, Dr. Craig Rowin explained how ear surgery can help improve the lives of both children and adults. In this follow up discussion, he will provide an overview of the challenges of working with the ear and some of the techniques he employs to optimize results. Even though ears are anatomically fairly simple […]
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