The neck region is one of the most common areas to show signs of aging first and can be one of the hardest places to hide. There are many factors that can create sagging, wrinkled skin in the neck—sometimes referred to as a “turkey neck” or “turkey wattle”—including sun exposure, genetics, and the natural loss of collagen and elasticity over […]
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Board-certified facial plastic surgeons Jonathan Pontell, MD and Dr. Catherine Weng explain key details about the most sought-after facial surgery procedures. Philadelphia, PA – With an overall steady increase of five percent each year, cosmetic procedures are still in high demand, with individuals frequently electing to enhance their physical appearance.1 One of the most popular aesthetic enhancement categories continues to […]
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Perhaps first we should define the problem: what are people talking about when they say “crow’s feet”? At the outer corners of the eyes, there are radial lines that form when someone squints or smiles. These lines resemble the shape of a bird or crow’s feet. As we age, they begin to appear with movement. Then as we age further, […]
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Timing for a hair transplant can be tricky. It is important to understand the timeline and trajectory of each individual patient’s hair loss in order to appropriately plan hair transplantation. Timing can be key in obtaining effective hair restoration results. The ideal time to schedule a hair transplant is also different for men and women. It is helpful to examine the extent of […]
Read More“I know someone who went to Turkey for their hair transplant. Should I consider this?” Medical tourism has been a popular and controversial phenomenon recently. A particularly popular destination—and procedure—is Turkey for hair transplantation. It is true that there are some world-renowned plastic surgeons in Turkey. A number of these doctors attend and speak at international conferences and discuss their cutting-edge work. However, […]
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