Why Do I Have to Wear a Splint on My Nose After Rhinoplasty?
August 2, 2024 - Rhys Branman, MD
If you have just had rhinoplasty surgery, at Little Rock Cosmetic Surgery Center, you will have to wear a splint on your nose for at least 5 to 7 days. In this post, board-certified cosmetic surgeon Dr. Rhys Branman explains the essential role the nose splint plays in the rhinoplasty recovery process, and why its crucial you take careful care of your bandaged nose after your nose reshaping surgery. What happens to your nose during rhinoplasty surgery? When you have the size and shape of your nose changed, the angle of the bridge may be changed, increased or decreased, and... 
Breast reduction is a big step toward living a more comfortable, active lifestyle for many years to come, and breast tissue is not likely to “grow back” after surgery. Still, you will need to maintain a stable weight, and certain changes like pregnancy can certainly affect your breasts’ size and shape! For the patients we meet, learning how to maintain results is key before making this investment. Below, we’ll go over what goes into it. Breast reduction surgery is highly effective & long-lasting Breast reduction surgery (reduction mammoplasty) is a highly effective procedure that provides long-lasting results. It effectively reduces... 
Patients at Little Rock Cosmetic Surgery Center often ask about numbness after surgery while recovering from procedures such as breast augmentation or mommy makeover. In this post, Dr. Rhys Branman answers common questions his patients have about numbness after their surgical procedures. Why does numbness after surgery occur? Any time an incision is made, there will be disruption of the tiny little nerves (in fact microscopic) that connect to your skin. These small nerves are temporarily disrupted but will regenerate. Various procedures cause numbness at the incision site. This lessening of sensation is very minor nerve injury and it will... 
It's true, abdominoplasty can improve your sex life! And it's not just because you look and feel more attractive with a flatter, tighter belly. An unexpected perk of a tummy tuck is that by lifting the skin of the pubic mound (the mons pubis), the angle of the vulva is changed. So you will not only look better, but also, um, you may very well feel better too. What the research says about sex and tummy tucks Subjective and objective factors involved were measured in a pilot study done in 2011 at the São Paulo School of Medicine. Physical changes... 
You’ve decided to take the plunge and have cosmetic surgery to make the changes you want. Smart move—improving your appearance through cosmetic surgery can have a big payoff, helping you feel more confident or even jump-start career or fitness goals. Now one question many patients have is: how am I going to pay for my cosmetic surgery? Because cosmetic surgery is elective, costs come out of pocket, and it’s normal for patients to save up before scheduling their procedure. Even if you plan to finance your surgery, you may need money for a down payment or some savings on hand... 
The pursuit of health and beauty often leads us down unexpected paths, or in this case, into a cold shower. Much more than just a frigid wake-up call, cold showers offer an array of health and beauty benefits that may surprise you! Here, our Little Rock cosmetic surgery team invites you to dip your toe into the chilling yet charming world of cold showers and shares 7 health and beauty benefits. How can cold showers enhance your health and beauty? The thought of stepping into a cold shower may give you the shivers, but the potential health benefits are compelling,... 
If you like to stay on top of beauty trends (or you regularly check social media), you’ve likely heard of the BOTOX® lip flip. This in-vogue procedure provides a subtle lift to the upper lip and improves its contour, making the lips look sexier and slightly more defined. But is the lip flip right for you? In this post, we’ll weigh the pros and cons of the BOTOX lip flip and discuss other options for lip enhancement to help you find out. What is the BOTOX lip flip? Through a series of BOTOX injections in the orbicularis oris muscle (located... 
Being a teenager isn’t easy. It’s tough dealing with raging hormones and rapid changes in the body, not to mention the social dynamics of high school as you try to establish your identity while also fitting in. For teens who suffer from gynecomastia, or enlarged male breasts, adolescence can be especially difficult. At just the time when you’re transitioning to a man, your chest starts to look less masculine. This can lead to feelings of self-consciousness and have a lasting impact on self-image. What to know if your teen has gynecomastia First, know that if you or your son suffers... 
Many people want to know just how much fat is removed with liposuction, particularly people who have a achieved lot of weight loss, and want liposuction to help take them to the finish line of their goal weight. But liposuction should not be treated as strictly a method of attaining noticeable weight loss, as only a healthy diet and exercise can help you lose a lot of weight. What people find, however, is they often still have a bit of a belly, or some fat on their back or thighs they just cannot get rid of. This is what liposuction... 
The more questions you ask about breast augmentation before surgery, the more likely you are to have a satisfying experience that meets your expectations—so we encourage it! That’s why today, Little Rock breast augmentation surgeon Dr. Rhys Branman is answering some lesser-discussed questions about how different implants feel, age limits on breast implants (spoiler: there are none!), and breast implant materials. Which type of breast implants feel the most natural? Do breast implants feel different than real breasts to touch? What is the safest breast implant material? How do I know if my breast implant is leaking? Can a mammogram... 