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Before & After Photos: Checking Your Surgeon’s Past Work

Posted in Patient Resources

When you are deciding on which plastic surgeon to use for your procedure, you likely will start to look at their before and after photos. Before and after photos are a great way to see the results they can achieve and if they are in alignment with your personal appearance goals. With most surgeons having a website, accessing before and after photos is easy. However, there are some specific things you need to look for as you glance through their albums of past patients. Here is a quick guide on how to check your surgeon’s past work with before and after photos.

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4 Current Plastic Surgery Trends

Posted in Body Plastic Surgery, Injectables, Plastic Surgery News

Every year, the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS) releases statistics regarding trends in plastic surgery. This is used to look at the popularity of certain procedures and help surgeons anticipate what patients will be requesting. North Shore Aesthetics is always on the cutting edge of modern plastic surgery and we strive to meet the needs of every patient, no matter the trend. Currently, these are the top four current plastic surgery trends:

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Why DIY Lip Plumping Is a Bad Idea

Posted in Injectables

Large, plump lips have always been in style, but the way people have achieved them has changed dramatically over the years. While a few tricks with lip liner and lipstick can create a fuller look, it is hardly a permanent solution. Professional lip plumping procedures can be costly but boast a lasting natural effect. In the era of YouTube and Pinterest, people are sharing their personal tricks for DIY lip plumping. Unfortunately, some of these methods can have damaging, long-term effects on your lips.

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Visia: The Aesthetician’s Guidebook

Posted in Med Spa

Imagine that you are 20 years old again on Spring Break in Cancun with your friends. Its 81 degrees outside, the sun is shining …Did you put SPF on your face AND your whole body? Chances are, you did not. You probably wanted to be tan like all of your friends.

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Clarisonic: Friend or Foe?

Posted in Med Spa

Clarisonic is one of the most popular facial brushes on the market. It can greatly benefit and enhance the condition of the skin, but it can also do damage if not used correctly. Let’s explore what Clarisonic was designed for and some of the DO’s and DON’Ts of this beauty tool.

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5 Things You Need To Know About Retinoids

Posted in Med Spa

Almost every skin-savvy person has heard of the infamous retinol (Vitamin A) and the great things it can do for your skin. But did you know that there are many different forms of this wrinkle fighting vitamin? How are you supposed to know which is just right for your skin?

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