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All on 4 Dental Implants

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Full-arch fixed implant bridges, often referred to as All-on-4, are taking the dental field by storm, and patients love them! These bridges are usually supported by four dental implants for patients who are missing an entire arch of teeth. This is great because it means that you can bite apples, chew steak, and smile as …

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Cataract Surgery

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Cataract removal is often needed when the eye’s natural lens becomes cloudy and vision is blurred. Cataract surgery is a procedure to remove the lens of your eye and, in most cases, replace it with an artificial lens. Before Cataract Surgery Some tests will be done before cataract surgery. This includes measuring and assessing the length and curve …

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Brow Lift

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A brow lift, sometimes called a forehead lift or even forehead rejuvenation, is a cosmetic procedure to raise the brows. The purpose of a brow lift is to improve the appearance of the forehead, the brow, and the area surrounding the eyes by raising the soft tissue and skin of the forehead and brow. Why …

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Alarplasty (nostril surgery)

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Alarplasty is a plastic surgery procedure that alters the width, size, and shape of the nostrils. This can be done for either cosmetic or functional reasons. This procedure may also be recommended for patients with nostrils that are too narrow or appear pinched. The ideal candidate for alarplasty is a man or woman in good …

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Combining plastic surgery treatments

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It is not unusual to have two or three surgeries done at the same time, in the same appointment. However, determining what procedures can and can’t be done safely is the surgeon’s call. It also depends on the pre-op surgical risk exams. Deciding whether combining plastic surgery treatments is for you We have to decide …

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Kybella in Lima

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Kybella is available at our Surco branch with Dr Daniel Saco-Vertiz, our specialist in plastic surgery. Kybella is an injectable compound that is used to burn fat from the area under the chin. It is a patented synthetic form of deoxycholic acid, a molecule that occurs naturally and that helps in the metabolism of fat …

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Direct Hair Implantation – DHI Technique

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Direct Hair Implantation (DHI) is a hair transplant technique that is performed by taking hair follicles from the donor area using a special ‘pen’. The same pen is used to open tiny holes and place the follicles into the transplant area. Extraction and placement is done simultaneously. This makes it a speedy, extremely accurate, and …

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Maintaining a Healthy Weight

Maintaining a healthy weight helps with many things over the course of a person’s life. Some of the benefits include lowering the risk of heart disease, stroke, diabetes, and high blood pressure. In addition, it also lowers the risk of many different types of cancer. Does a Healthy Weight Really Matter? It’s not that weight …

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Gynecomasty

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Gynecomastia, also known as gynecomasty, is an enlargement of the male breast tissue normally caused by an imbalance of estrogen and testosterone hormones, affecting boys and men. It is a surprisingly common condition and actually affects 40-60% of men. For those within their normal weight range, this swelling, or enlargement, can be caused by side …

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Abdominal Etching

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Abdominal etching, also known as six-pack liposculpture, is a plastic surgery procedure that will make your abs look chiseled. This procedure is for individuals who already have a healthy diet, regular exercise routine, and already have a flat stomach. How does abdominal etching work? It works similarly to traditional liposuction, but there’s one important distinction. …

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