Modern Surgical Arts of Denver

What to Eat and Drink Post Cosmetic Surgery

Plastic surgery, whether reconstructive facial surgery or a minor cosmetic procedure, is an invasive surgery requiring substantial recovery time. During the healing process, you must get the nutrients you need for your body to recover. Lots of Water Drink lots of water to stay hydrated. Water reduces the risk of infection, promotes healing, and minimizes […]

How is PRP Used in Aesthetics?

What is PRP? PRP stands for Platelet Rich Plasma, a blood derivative processed from each patient’s own blood. Human blood contains plasma, white blood cells, red blood cells, and platelets. The platelets are rich in proteins called growth factors. These growth factors and stimulating factors are then released from the platelets and are central to […]

What is a “tummy tuck” procedure (abdominoplasty)?

A Tummy Tuck (abdominoplasty) is a procedure which involves removal of extra fat, skin and tightening of the abdominal muscles in your abdominal wall. This surgical procedure can also involve repositioning or creating a new belly button opening on the abdominal skin. This means up to 4 anatomical areas are addressed on the abdomen with […]

What Can Be Done to Correct a Double Chin?

If you look in the mirror and see someone with two chins looking back, you are probably unhappy with how it looks. For some people, a double chin is the result of weight gain, the aging process, and progressive laxity of the neck muscles. For others, a double chin is genetic – many people in […]

What is a Lip Lift, and Is It Right for You?

Over the last several decades, concepts of facial beauty have increasingly focused on having lush, full lips. In the 2000s, lip fillers such as collagen were popular, but the results were temporary and unpredictable. Repeated injections were inconvenient and sometimes led to scarring. The lip lift was developed as an alternative to fillers. In the […]

ALCL Updates and News 2022: Everything You Should Know About BIA-ALCL

Breast implant-associated anaplastic large cell lymphoma (BIA-ALCL) is an exceedingly rare but severe condition that can arise in patients with breast implants. Patients need to understand the risks associated with breast implants, however remote, and how to identify warning signs of breast implant-associated conditions, like ALCL.  Learn everything you need to know about the risks […]