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Teenage Gynecomastia
A recent study published by The American Society of Plastic Surgeons for 2012 showed that gynecomastia is the number one procedure performed on teeangers. The largest number of surgeries occur between the ages of 13-19. The number of overall gynecomastia surgeries has doubled since 1997 when statistics were first recorded.…
Read MoreDon’t Fear the “D” – Breast Augmentation Sizes
How to Pick a Breast Augmentation Implant Size Patients consulting with Joseph T Cruise, MD for breast augmentation almost always request a “natural look.” They shy away from a D size or larger because they are fearful of the Pamela Anderson look. They routinely ask for a full B or…
Read MoreFacelift Anesthesia Options
More and more people each year make the decision to pursue cosmetic surgery to rejuvenate their appearance. As a result of this demand, plastic surgeons in Orange County have begun to offer a variety of anesthesia options for facelift patients. It was once the standard to address each patient with…
Read MoreBreast Lift with Augmentation
Women in Orange County frequently seek out the expertise of a breast lift plastic surgeon after having children, experiencing significant weight loss or when the aging process starts to negatively impact the appearance of their breasts. Drooping breasts can a take a toll on a woman’s self esteem and can…
Read MoreWhat You Need To Know About Face Lift Recovery
Most patients who are considering having a face lift have been doing so for a very long time. The process of deciding to go through with it, who they will tell, worrying if people will judge them, and what plastic surgeon to choose can be very stressful. In order to…
Read MoreThe Custom Face Lift Approach To Facial Aging
The philosophy of face lifts has dramatically changed over the last decade or so. Plastic surgeons are now looking at improved ways of addressing facial aging in order to obtain a more natural, youthful appearance without looking “overdone.” The Custom Face Lift Joseph T Cruise, MD, a top plastic surgeon…
Read MoreUnderstanding Breast Implant Placement – Over the Muscle & Under the Muscle
Most women exploring breast augmentation have read or heard about implants being placed “under the muscle” or “over the muscle.” But what exactly does this mean? Becoming familiar with the anatomy of the breasts will help you better understand the options for implant placement during breast surgery. Pectoralis Major…
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