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04 Jan Cheers to the season: Why winter is the most popular for procedures

Posted at 14:47h in Face Lift Surgery (Rhytidectomy) Procedure by Dr. Gerald Edds

Cheers to the season: Why winter is the most popular for procedures Winter is a prevalent time of year to have cosmetic and reconstructive procedures. According to the American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (AAFPRS), treatments and surgeries increase by approximately 25 percent from...

24 Oct Certifying The Next Generation of Cosmetic Surgeons

Posted at 19:19h in Teaching by Dr. Gerald Edds

Dr. Edds, along with 50 other Board-Certified cosmetic surgeons from around the country, traveled to Dallas, Texas last week to administer the written and oral examinations for Board certification by The American Board of Cosmetic Surgery. To be eligible to take this certifying subspecialty examination,...

23 Oct No Longer A Secret!!!

Posted at 20:57h in Vaginal Health by Dr. Gerald Edds

No Longer A Secret!!! Women are talking about Laser Vaginal Rejuvenation. The natural aging process and childbirth result in changes in feminine well-being. The Phoenix Laser Vaginal Rejuvenation (LVR) has a 93% satisfaction rate of reclaiming, restoring, and reviving feminine wellness. Painless Easy 10 minute procedure No...

17 Oct Breast Implant Update

Posted at 15:16h in Breast Augmentation (Breast Implants) by Dr. Gerald Edds

Breast augmentation is the most frequent cosmetic surgical procedure nationwide. In 1992, the FDA took the old silicone implants off the market. Between 1992 and 2006, only saline implants were available for breast augmentation. In 2006, after research on over 17,000 women, the new cohesive...

13 Jul How to avoid a botched job

Posted at 21:58h in Uncategorized by Dr. Gerald Edds

Achieving a safe and reliable outcome for a procedure is paramount. This requires collaboration among the patient, the facial plastic surgeon, and the skilled staff at the office or facility. What can you do? Do your homework—on the surgeon, the facility, and how to be...

29 Jun Tired of looking tired? There are options for you to consider

Posted at 15:02h in Eyelid Surgery (Blepharoplasty) Procedure by Dr. Gerald Edds

If you think you look tired all of the time, you are not alone. Sixty-two percent of members responding to an annual survey conducted by the American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery stated that eyelid procedures to look less tired are a rising...

02 Jan MY WEIGHT LOSS JOURNEY

Posted at 02:43h in Weight Loss by Dr. Gerald Edds

After having success with weight loss, I have been asked by friends, patients, and family how I was able to finally lose the 50 extra pounds I had been carrying for several years. I come from a fat family. Many of my relatives share the medical...

02 Jan rejuVAnate For Vaginal Health

Posted at 02:37h in Vaginal Health by Dr. Gerald Edds

Vaginal dryness, burning, itching and painful intercourse, as well as urinary incontinence are common symptoms with menopause or after child birth. Atrophic vaginitis can adversely affect your life and the relationship with your partner. The time has come to alleviate the discomfort and restore vaginal health....

02 Jan MEDICAL TOURISM – LOW COST – HIGH RISK?

Posted at 02:35h in Uncategorized by Dr. Gerald Edds

The quest for the “best deal” in cosmetic surgery can have fatal consequences. The internet is packed with advertisements for cheap cosmetic surgery in third-world countries. These ads often have “testimonials” from supposed patients, who say they have had successful cosmetic surgery in other countries...

02 Jan MOMMY SURGERY – UNDERSTANDING LABIAPLASTY

Posted at 02:33h in Uncategorized by Dr. Gerald Edds

The internet is flooded with advertisements and “infomercials” on “Mommy Makeovers.” While it is well known that procedures on breasts and the abdomen are frequently performed to improve the sequelae of pregnancy and childbirth, the topic of labiaplasty is less-well covered. Even the terminology is...