New data shows that more people than ever are pursuing buttock augmentation surgery. The American Society of Plastic Surgeons reported that a buttock procedure is performed every 30 minutes of every day. But why, exactly, is the buttocks receiving so much attention from prospective patients? Dr. A.J. Khalil, a plastic surgeon in Beverly Hills, gets to the bottom of the matter. Why More People Than Ever Are Requesting Buttock Augmentation... Read More
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Can Gynecomastia Be Corrected with Exercise?
Dr. Khalil responds to a question from a potential patient. Dear Dr. Khalil, As a man, I feel embarrassed by my enlarged, woman-like breasts. I try to hide my chest under baggy clothing and I don’t like going to the pool or beach. Dating is completely out of the question. I am wondering if an exercise routine would help to improve my prominent breasts, or will I need surgical correction?... Read More
The Most Common Reasons Why Women Pursue Breast Surgery
Breast surgery can be a life-changing experience, and the reasons for having it are as diverse as the women that choose to have the procedure. Some breast surgery candidates have noticed undesirable changes to their breasts from pregnancy, nursing, gravity or the effects of aging; others have disliked their breasts their entire life. Whatever the reason, Dr. A.J. Khalil is the plastic surgeon Beverly Hills women trust for safe and... Read More
How Long Do Breast Implants Last?
If you are considering investing time and money into having breast augmentation surgery, it is normal to wonder how long implants typically last. You should have an idea of an implant’s typical lifespan before moving forward with surgery. In this blog post, Beverly Hills plastic surgeon A.J. Khalil explains how long breast implants usually last before being replaced (or removed altogether). The Lifespan of a Breast Implant Modern breast implants... Read More
Breastfeeding and Implants: What You Need to Know
Dr. A.J. Khalil sees a number of young women that wish to enhance naturally small breasts with saline or silicone implants. One concern that comes up frequently in breast augmentation consultations is that implants may interfere with future breastfeeding. In general, Dr. Khalil advises these women to proceed with confidence. While it is normal to wonder about this issue, implants categorically do not affect breastfeeding. No Evidence to Suggest Implants... Read More
Mommy Makeovers: Giving Mothers their Bodies Back
“Mommy Maker” is a surgical procedure that allows new mothers to achieve the body they once had before child birth. After carrying a child for nine months, the changes in women’s bodies aren’t able to recover naturally despite dedication to diet plans, gym memberships, trainers, and additional supplements. The procedure helps women reach the confidence and comfort level they desire when they hit a plateau and do not see any... Read More
Study Assess Perceived Beauty After Facial Plastic Surgery
Many plastic surgeons have boasted the results of the benefits of facial plastic surgery. However, for a time it lacked the scientific backing from periodicals. This past April, JAMA Facial Plastic Surgery published a study which examined the perception of patients by their peers post-operation. The study was performed at Georgetown University Medical Center. The objective was to introduce the term of facial profiling to the surgical community while quantifying... Read More
Results of Perception Based on Facial Plastic Surgery
Four of the eight traits had significant changes in regards to perception. Between preoperative and postoperative results likability, attractiveness, social skills and femininity. Comparatively, trustworthiness, risk seeking, extraversion and aggressiveness had no significant changes. The researchers concluded changes people’s perception of patients who undergo surgery. The research showed that likability, attractiveness, social skill and femininity improve when you undergo facial rejuvenation. If you are living in Beverly Hills, California and... Read More
Design of the Georgetown University Medical Study on Perceived Beauty
Many plastic surgeons have boasted the results of the benefits of facial plastic surgery. However, for a time it lacked the scientific backing from periodicals. This past April, JAMA Facial Plastic Surgery published a study which examined the perception of patients by their peers post-operation. The study was performed at Georgetown University Medical Center. The objective was to introduce the term of facial profiling to the surgical community while quantifying... Read More
