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Aging Gracefully and Why Albert Einstein Was the Greatest Beauty Expert Ever

I hear it a lot, usually when I’m at a social gathering and someone learns I’m a plastic surgeon (which I don’t always like to disclose); “I’m happy with just growing old gracefully, Doc”. I nod my head and smile (mostly because I agree with them). But as I think about it during the encounters, observing their hair styling, their makeup, their clothing, etc., I ask myself what they believe that means, which is why I always think back to the greatest beauty expert ever,

Woman being examined for plastic surgery

“I’m not frowning I’m falling!”

When it comes to aging, our kids are our most honest critics, no filters, if you want the truth the whole truth, and nothing but the truth just ask your kids! Even when you don’t ask for their unsolicited criticism, they are happy to give it you. During my early fifties the aging process began to surpass all attempts to hold on to what was left of my youth. Little did I realize that certain aging characteristics had permanently taken up residence on my face.

Three Reasons Why Your Laser Hair Removal Was Ineffective

1. The Technician 2. The time of procedure 3. Hormones of the individual The Technician should be certified on the specific Laser that is being used and familiar with the setting that will be the best and most effective on various patients. For Example: Someone with darker skin and course hair will have a setting different than someone with light skin and softer hair. If the wrong settings are used this could result in Hyperpigmentation of the skin or ineffective treatments. Don’t waste your money!

Reduction Mammoplasty (Breast Reduction)

Breast reduction, also known as reduction mammoplasty, is a procedure to remove excess breast fat, glandular tissue and skin to achieve a breast size more proportionate with your body size. Breast reduction will help alleviate back, neck and shoulder pain and discomfort associated with large, pendulous breasts (macromastia). The excessive weight of breast tissue can limit your ability to lead an active life. In addition to pain and discomfort, other important concerns to consider are self-image issues, emotional discomfort, and self-consciousness. If you are considering

Be in the know on why Pico Way is the best

Oklahoma Plastic Surgeons uses the most advanced laser technology in today’s market for tattoo removal. Dr. Webster and his staff pride themselves knowing we are providing our patients the fastest picosecond laser that is developed today, the PicoWay®. What does it mean to have a “fast” laser? Laser treatments are all about delivering energy to a certain part of this skin based on the color of the imperfection targeted and its water content. Energy can generate heat (in the same way a fire produces energy

Choose a Plastic Surgeon You Can Trust

Plastic surgery involves many choices. The first and most important is selecting a board-certified plastic surgeon you can trust. Selecting a board-certified plastic surgeon to perform your procedure is an important step in achieving your optimal surgical outcome safely. Choosing an ASPS Member Surgeon ensures that you have selected a physician who: Is board certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery® (ABPS) Completed at least six years of surgical training following medical school with a minimum of three years of plastic surgery residency training Passed

Improving Facial Skin Appearance

as you may know there are many factors that result in aging our skin, including: genetics, environment, smoking, and socioeconomics. Nowadays more individuals are seeking other alternatives for facial rejuvenation that do not require too much down time, but still deliver a result that aids the look they are wanting. Here at Oklahoma Plastic Surgeons we are offering an alternative for those who are not ready for surgical intervention. Our eTwo sublime and sublative procedure is for you. The sublime is a broadband infrared (IR)

July Update

Aknetrol removes impurities, clears clogged pores and reduces redness. The main ingredient in aknetrol is micronized benzoyl peroxide 10%. Before I use aknetrol I wash my face with oilacleanse followed by the TE pads and then apply the aknetrol on the affected areas up to 3 times daily. This product is not only affective on your face, it can also be used on your back. Yes! Your back can get acne also. I never had acne on my back until now (because I’m pregnant) and I

April Update

As we are progressing through Spring, and into the Summer months, I wanted to write some thoughts to both our established patients and all of our new ones on some of the rejuvenating products and procedures we offer. I began injecting Botox and dermal fillers in 2008, following the first training that the American Society of Plastic Surgeons offered for Registered Nurses. Since that time, there has been a great interest and increase in the number of people that have turned to these procedures as