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When the breasts begin to develop a sagging or “drooping” appearance, this typically indicates that a condition called breast ptosis has set in. It’s important to know that breast ptosis is extremely common, and often develops over time as the natural aging process causes the…

Chrysalis Cosmetics strives to create the best experience for our patients. One of the recent advances we have been utilizing is the Transversus Abdominis Plane block, or “TAP” block. The TAP block provides pain control during and after tummy tuck surgery (abdominoplasty). Dr. Charles Perry…

It may surprise you to know that a “double-chin” created by a collection of excess fat or inelastic skin in the upper neck is not only very common, but can even affect individuals who are in excellent physical shape. The appearance of a double-chin can…

Have you ever noticed an extra lump in front of your armpit above your breast? We refer to it as the fatty upper breast area (FUBA). Like the “FUPA” (fatty upper pubic area) but located just above the breast, this common condition can be extremely…

Furrows between the brows and creases that develop on the forehead over time are very common concerns among both women and men. Fortunately, there are aesthetic enhancement procedures that can significantly minimize signs of these concerns and create smoother skin and a more youthful, relaxed…

A breast lift, medically referred to as “mastopexy,” is designed to address concerns that millions of women face at some point in their lives: the collection of excess, inelastic skin among the breasts that results in a sagging appearance. Breast lift surgery removes the excess…

The forehead is a highly expressive part of our face, and the brow region can often show whether someone is surprised, frustrated, confused, or sad. Over time, the natural process of aging can make the lines and creases that form on the forehead a more…

The nipple-areolar complex is the pigmented area of the breast that includes the nipple. The size and shape of the nipple-areolar complex can vary, although larger breasts often have comparatively larger nipple-areolar complexes. Therefore, a woman who receives a breast reduction will likely want the…

Women who receive breast reduction surgery often feel such relief from the weight and pain associated with overly large breasts they do not mind having some signs of surgery. That said, it’s perfectly understandable to be concerned about how breast reduction scars will look once…

Excess fatty tissue under the chin, called submental fat, is one of the most difficult cosmetic concerns to address on your own. Patients of all ages and fitness levels can develop what’s called a “double chin,” and slimming this area can prove nearly impossible with…