ASPS survey reveals COVID-19′s impact and patient demand for plastic surgery

ASPS survey reveals COVID-19′s impact and patient demand for plastic surgery ________Dr. Mohan Rangaswamy​​________ The American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS) – the world’s largest plastic surgery organization, representing nearly 8,000 members – today released the 2020 results of the organization’s annual procedure survey coupled with national consumer research reflecting trends during the COVID-19 era…

Plastic surgeons and scientists develop synthetic soft tissue substitute with fewer side effects

Plastic surgeons and scientists develop synthetic soft tissue substitute with fewer side effects ________Dr. Mohan Rangaswamy​​________ A team of plastic surgeons and material scientists has made an important advance in treating the common clinical problem of soft tissue loss. They have invented a synthetic soft tissue substitute that is well tolerated and encourages the growth…

More Men Undergo Plastic Surgery as the Daddy-Do-Over Trend Rises in Popularity

More Men Undergo Plastic Surgery as the Daddy-Do-Over Trend Rises in Popularity ________Dr. Mohan Rangaswamy​​________ Just as women can turn to a suite of procedures, known as the “Mommy Makeover,” more men are embracing their own set of treatments, the “Daddy-Do-Over,” to boost their confidence and improve their physical appearance. A new report from the…

Penn physician pioneers new reconstructive surgery for female genital mutilation

Penn physician pioneers new reconstructive surgery for female genital mutilation ________Dr. Mohan Rangaswamy​​________ There is new hope for the hundreds of millions of women worldwide who have been subjected to genital mutilation. A surgeon in Penn Medicine’s Center for Human Appearance has developed a reconstructive procedure that can increase sexual function and, patients’ early experiences…

Advances in reconstruction of congenital deformities of the ear

Advances in reconstruction of congenital deformities of the ear ________Dr. Mohan Rangaswamy​​________ Ear reconstruction for microtia, or underdeveloped ears, remains a clinical challenge for plastic and reconstructive surgeons. The surgery requires not only a framework for the ear, but also adequate tissue for coverage of the construct. Traditional reconstruction has relied upon harvest of a…

Nearly half of survey respondents bothered by submental fullness

Nearly half of survey respondents bothered by submental fullness ________Dr. Mohan Rangaswamy​​________ The survey of 1,996 men and women in the United States between the ages of 18 and 57 found that 47% of respondents reported being bothered by the appearance of the area underneath their chin, according to a press release from Allergan, which…

CoolSculpting vs. liposuction: What to know

CoolSculpting vs. liposuction: What to know ________Dr. Mohan Rangaswamy​​________ CoolSculpting and liposuction are both surgical methods for removing body fat. CoolSculpting is useful for removing small areas of fat, whereas liposuction is more suitable for removing large portions of fat. Keep reading to learn about the differences between liposuction and CoolSculpting. Read More

How to maintain injectable results while under quarantine

How to maintain injectable results while under quarantine ________Dr. Mohan Rangaswamy​​________ We are currently facing unprecedented times in our society. The global economy has come to a screeching halt due to the COVID-19 pandemic and the United States has not been immune from the consequences. All elective procedures in the country have been put on…

What you need to know about your breast reconstruction options

What you need to know about your breast reconstruction options ________Dr. Mohan Rangaswamy​​________ Getting the diagnosis of breast cancer may be one of the most distressing experiences of your life. You are probably living through an array of feelings – worried, afraid, uncertain and, most of all, overwhelmed. That is natural, and many patients have…

How to get rid of ice pick scars

How to get rid of ice pick scars ________Dr. Mohan Rangaswamy​​________ Ice pick scars are deep, narrow scars that can result from severe outbreaks of acne. People wishing to minimize the appearance of these scars usually need to see a dermatologist, as over-the-counter and natural remedies are generally ineffective. Ice pick scars are deep V-shaped…