Category: General
The Ultimate Guide to Compression Garments
August 10, dlm_admin
If you’re considering having cosmetic surgery, you have likely done your research about the procedure itself, seen before-and-after photos, and read about what to expect during recovery. During that time, you’ve likely stumbled across instructions for wearing compression garments, which is often a point of confusion among plastic surgery patients. In this post, I’ll walk through why we use compression…
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Why is it called “Plastic Surgery”? I don’t want to look plastic!
July 6, dlm_admin
Many people have misconceptions about the term “plastic surgery”, associating it with the plastic material we know in everyday life. Learn more about the history of plastic surgery, how we are trained, and more. The History of Plastic Surgery The English word “plastic” comes from the Greek word “plastikos” which refers to modeling or sculpting like an artist. Plastic…
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Your Guide to General Anesthesia
May 24, dlm_admin
If you’re looking into cosmetic surgery options to help you feel more like the person you are on the inside, you’re probably feeling a wide range of emotions. Hope and apprehension are usually intertwined when thinking about plastic surgery procedures, especially when it comes to the surgery itself. If you are anxious about the idea of going under anesthesia for…
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Plastic Surgery and Teens: Information for Parents
November 16, dlm_admin
Most of my plastic surgery patients are adults, but teenagers can undergo procedures on occasion. Not all teenagers are mature enough for plastic surgery procedures, however, a reconstructive or cosmetic procedure can be a good option for some. Before you schedule a consultation for your teenager, there are some things parents need to be aware of. When Can Teens…
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What to Expect at Mountain Lake Plastic Surgery
December 12, dlm_admin
To help you begin your plastic surgery experience with trust and confidence, we’d like to provide an overview of our services, so you know what to expect every step of the way. The Consultation Initial consultations with Dr. MacLennan take place at our beautiful, comfortable and private office on Watertower Hill in Colchester. You’ll meet our warm and knowledgeable…
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