October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, a time for people around the world to learn and spread awareness about this devastating condition. Although survival rates have steadily improved in recent years due to advances in the medical field, breast cancer remains a leading cause of death among American females. At Plastic Surgery of the Carolinas, are passionate about participating in […]
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At Plastic Surgery of the Carolinas, we are committed to providing every patient with the highest level of care and attention. We understand that our patients have busy schedules and that life can sometimes be unpredictable. However, to ensure that we can accommodate as many patients as possible and maintain a smooth flow of appointments, we have updated our cancellation […]
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Our Medical Spa at Plastic Surgery of the Carolinas is proud to offer ellacor® Micro-Coring™, a revolutionary non-surgical skin tightening treatment by Cytrellis®. We are one of the few practices in the Charleston area to offer this advanced option, which can only be performed by a registered nurse or above. Considered by some to be a minimally invasive alternative to […]
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Plastic Surgery of the Carolinas is thrilled to announce the opening of Shine Medical Spa! We are also excited to welcome Aesthetic Physicians Assistant Liz Vandyke Freer, PA-C, our Aesthetic Nurse Amber Bidnick LPN, LME, as well as our premier eyebrow specialist Anissa Martinez to the Shine Medical Spa Team. This new facility will feature a number of advanced, non-surgical […]
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Tired-looking eyes typically make people appear older, more stressed, or more fatigued than they actually are. The natural aging process, genetics, and other factors can cause eye bags and puffiness under the eyes or “hooding” above the eyes. For this reason, our Charleston-area practice offers blepharoplasty, also known as eyelid surgery. This is a cosmetic procedure that can help reverse […]
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While there are a variety of ways to treat breast cancer, many women may find that a mastectomy can be an optimal treatment option for them. Oftentimes, these patients may also benefit from breast reconstruction surgery, a procedure designed to restore the breast to a natural-looking shape, size, and overall appearance after mastectomy. When performed by an experienced surgeon who […]
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Ever wonder whether exercise and dieting are the only options to eliminate your double chin? Maybe in the past you were limited in your ability to improve specific areas of your body without surgery, but now, you have multiple treatment options. Targeting and reducing the appearance of a double chin may require the use of KYBELLA® and CoolSculpting® treatments. Traditionally, […]
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For those looking for non-surgical treatments to improve facial wrinkles or creases, we offer a variety of skin rejuvenation options, including BOTOX® Cosmetic, Dysport®, and an extensive list of dermal fillers. While BOTOX® injections, Dysport®, and select fillers can serve similar purposes, their chemical properties differ considerably. In addition, every patient’s experience with these treatments will be unique. We encourage […]
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Many women have undergone breast augmentation with saline (salt water) filled breast implants when they were younger. Although saline-filled implants may have a bit more of a “water bag” feel to them than silicone gel-filled implants when held in your hand, most women have been pleased with their results. With time, however, many changes can occur in women’s breasts due […]
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When the pain and uncomfortable symptoms caused by large, heavy breasts place burdens on your daily life, the need for a more manageable breast size can become a medical necessity as much as a cosmetic concern. There are many patients who ask whether dieting and exercise can potentially reduce the weight and volume of their breasts. The answer requires an explanation […]
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