Dr. Rhys Branman's Cosmetic Surgery Blog
After losing weight from gastric bypass surgery, a majority of patients report wanting body contouring surgery, according to a new study.
Seventy-five percent of females and 68 percent of males said they wanted body contouring procedures after weight loss, which… 
Bariatric surgery patients may need body contouring procedures to get rid of excess skin as a result of their weight loss. In addition, some patients may need facial surgery if they have an excessive amount of sagging skin on the… 
Men with excess breast tissue, a condition called gynecomastia, may be embarrassed about their chest. Male breast reduction surgery is a way to correct the problem.
A new study shows that treating gynecomastia improves patients’ quality of life. Researchers also… 
The Baltimore Sun recently reported on a disturbing trend: women receiving illegal silicone buttockinjections.
A dancer in Baltimore was admitted to the hospital in March with silicone in her lungs after the procedure, and the FDA is investigating this and… 
Putting on a smile may help just as much as applying makeup in the morning. A new study found it is effective as a way to look younger.
Our facial expressions have an impact on how old we look, according… 
Women who have undergone breast augmentation can find emotional support through Internet forums, according to a new study.
The study found that overall breast augmentation forums are a positive experience for women. “Through electronic postings, they cared for and nursed… 
A non-surgical option for double chin reduction shows encouraging results in clinical trials, according to an investigator for the study.
ATX-101, an injectable drug, reduces the amount of fat that develops under the chin (also called submental fat).
KYTHERA Biopharmaceuticals,… 
The back of the hand can reveal a person’s age as easily as the face or neck, but what cosmetic procedures can combat signs of aging there?
Cosmetic surgeons are now using many facial rejuvenation techniques as anti-aging hand treatments.… 
A test by Express.co.uk found that skin care products can improve your appearance, but not to the extent that cosmetic surgery can.
The website had a tester try several cosmetic surgery skin care products for reducing lines and wrinkles, firming… 