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Dr. Rhys Branman Sponsors 2015 Miss Arkansas Pageant

July 7, 2015 - Rhys Branman, MD
Once again, Dr. Branman is thrilled to be participating as a sponsor of the 2015 Miss Arkansas Pageant. This year, from July 8th through the 11th in Hot Springs, 47 young women will be competing to see who will walk away with the crown—and almost $90,000 in scholarships, awards, gifts, and wardrobe. The Miss Arkansas Scholarship Foundation was founded in 2009 to raise funds for educational scholarships awarded to Miss Arkansas contestants and winners. Aside from the main pageant, this all-volunteer organization also raises funds through sponsorships, donations, honorariums, and other donations. In 2014, more than $84,000 in scholarships were...

Chemical Peels vs. Laser Skin Resurfacing: What to Expect

June 23, 2015 - Rhys Branman, MD
If you’re considering a chemical peel or laser skin resurfacing, it can be hard to understand which procedure might give you the best results. Both approaches to skin rejuvenation are used to treat a variety of skin concerns including fine lines and wrinkles, acne and blemishes, scars, and sun damage. Before you decide on anything, it’s important to consult with experts, and know the facts about each procedure. To help you learn more about these skin resurfacing options, we’ve put together some frequently asked questions and answers! Chemical Peels for Effective Exfoliation Chemical peels remove dead or dull skin cells...

Join Us for Branman’s Big Birthday Bash!

June 4, 2015 - Rhys Branman, MD
Have you heard? Dr. Branman is turning 29 (again)! And on July 24th, we’re inviting all of you join the celebration at a very special luau! Get the Details & Mark Your Calendars! This is one party you won’t want to miss. The theme is “luau,” and Capitol Smokehouse will be cooking up something special on the barbecue for all of our customers, courtesy of Allergan. So throw on your lei and get ready to party with Dr. Branman and the Little Rock Cosmetic Surgery staff. You’ll get the chance to meet Bob Robbins of 105.1 the Wolf as he joins us...

Got a Passion for Cycling? Check Out These Bicycle Groups in Little Rock

May 27, 2015 - Rhys Branman, MD
It’s warmed up in Little Rock and many are brushing off their gears to experience summer from atop a bike seat. While taking a ride by yourself can be relaxing and enjoyable, cycling doesn’t have to be a solitary activity. Group rides are a great way to make new friends, share your love of bikes, and explore new areas. We asked the staff at Little Rock Cosmetic Surgery to list some of their favorite Little Rock bicycle groups and we’re sharing their top choices below! Heels on Wheels Arkansas Heels on Wheels is a bicycle group that promotes and advocates...

“When Can I Tie My Own Shoes?” and Other Common Post-Surgery Questions

April 30, 2015 - Rhys Branman, MD
Apart from choosing a qualified cosmetic surgeon, being smart about your recovery is one of the most important ways to ensure optimal healing and great-looking results. However, the first few weeks after cosmetic surgery can test anyone’s patience—you’re feeling confident and excited about your new look, but you have to wait to do some of the fun stuff (yes, this includes sex...keep reading to learn more). The good news is that many popular procedures require less downtime than you might think. To help ease any anxiety you may have about your plastic surgery recovery, we’ve decided to share some common...

Top Picks for Spring Fun in Little Rock

March 25, 2015 - Rhys Branman, MD
Spring is here and things are heating up in Little Rock. Now is the perfect time to plan some springtime fun. Little Rock is home to some of the very best family friendly attractions in Arkansas. Here are five of our favorites: 1: Explore the great outdoors Pack the car with a picnic lunch and hit the road for a trip to Lake Degray or Lake Dardanelle, two family-friendly state parks. Pinnacle Mountain State Park is just a short drive from Little Rock. Older kids will enjoy an overnight camping trip in one of Arkansas’s more than 40 state parks....

Don’t Forget About Dysport®

March 13, 2015 - Rhys Branman, MD
Disappointed with those pesky frown lines in between your brows that make you look too serious, perpetually puzzled, or even unhappy when you’re feeling perfectly wonderful? Wrinkle relaxers offer help for these troublesome creases, otherwise known as glabellar lines. While almost everyone knows that BOTOX® can be used to treat this area, not everyone realizes that there are alternatives. Dysport® is one of the best: it is safe, effective, reasonably priced, and our patients give it rave reviews. The Same...But Different To loosely quote Elizabeth Barrett Browning, how do we love Dysport? Let us count the ways! Like its cousin...

American Board of Cosmetic Surgery Responds to NewBeauty Magazine

February 10, 2015 - Rhys Branman, MD
Education is the first step in selecting a plastic surgeon. So, why would the self-described "beauty authority," NewBeauty magazine, intentionally mislead its readers? In the latest issue, the magazine printed misleading and factually inaccurate information regarding cosmetic surgery board certification. Now the American Board of Cosmetic Surgery is setting the record straight. An open letter, published on the ABCS blog, takes NewBeauty magazineto task for this serious mistake. Learn what board certification really means and why it matters on the ABCS blog: americanboardcosmeticsurgery.org/newbeauty-open-letter  

You Asked, We’ve Answered: Top Breast Augmentation Questions

February 4, 2015 - Rhys Branman, MD
If you’re considering breast augmentation surgery, chances are you’ve already researched things to know about breast implants, such as the differences between saline and silicone implants and how long it will take to recover after breast augmentation. But what about life after breast augmentation–how will your appearance change after the implants? And what happens if you get pregnant? You asked and Dr. Branman is answering! Read his responses to the four most common questions about what to expect after breast augmentation. #1: How will “dropping and fluffing” affect the appearance of my implants? “Dropping and fluffing” is a phrase used...

Top 4 Ways to Treat Yourself for the Holidays

December 23, 2014 - Rhys Branman, MD
We’re sure you’ve made your list and checked it twice, but you may have forgotten to include yourself on your holiday shopping list. ‘Tis the season for merrymaking, from gatherings with old friends to holiday parties at work, and you’ll enjoy it all even more if you look and feel your best, so why not treat yourself? Give yourself and your skin a holiday boost with one of our popular non-surgical beauty treatments: Say Goodbye to Jowls with Ultherapy® Skin Tightening If you’re experiencing excess or sagging skin around your face, jaw line, or neck but aren’t quite ready a...
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