Do’s and Don’ts before surgery
Surgery, whether it’s cosmetic or not, can be a big deal. You may be out of commission for a few days afterwards so it’s important to prepare before surgery. Here’s a list of suggestions to better ensure a successful, stress free recovery. Top Do’s and Don’ts before Surgery Due to pain or social downtime, […]
Can CoolSculpting reduce breast size?
CoolSculpting is the non-surgical treatment to reduce stubborn pockets of fat. But can it reduce breast size? Lots of our viewers on Snapchat are asking. It all depends on whose breasts you’re talking about and what their issues are. So let’s get into the details. Techniques to reduce breast size First and foremost, CoolSculpting […]
Take your pain medication after surgery…but only as needed!
Of course you need pain medication after your surgery. No one is suggesting you won’t be in pain, but doctors are more nervous than ever about over prescribing pain medication. But even in the best of circumstances, pain meds can cause problems. Take your pain medication PRN Narcotics and other opioids that help with […]
BuildMyBod Founder Speaking at THE Aesthetic Show 2017
Dr. Jonathan Kaplan, founder/CEO of BuildMyBod Health and Pacific Heights Plastic Surgery will be speaking twice this weekend at THE Aesthetic Show in Las Vegas. Two Practice Management Presentations at THE Aesthetic Show On Friday, he’ll give a 20-minute presentation on “How Snapchat transformed my practice in unexpected ways.” This topic will be helpful […]
How soon can I travel after surgery?
There seems to be a few misconceptions regarding travel after surgery. We’d like to clear that up. In general, if you’re feeling well, travel after surgery is fine. Here are some things to keep in mind though. Travel after surgery: is it safe? One of the more curious questions I get is whether it’s […]
Should I gain weight before my BBL?
When posting our surgery on Snapchat, many of our viewers have asked if they should gain weight before their BBL. The idea is that if they eat more and gain weight, there will be more fat available to inject into their buttocks. What do you think? Gain weight before my BBL? Good idea or […]
How price transparency makes the doctor more sympathetic
If you’ve read this blog before, you know how we promote all of the benefits of price transparency. By allowing consumers to know the cost of healthcare before receiving non-emergent care, they can make better decisions. And since more consumers have high deductible health plans now, they’re shouldering more of the financial responsibility. But did […]
Limitations on liposuction
If you’re considering liposuction to remove excess fat, do your research to ensure you’re a good candidate. What makes a good candidate? A good candidate is related to why you want liposuction in the first place. Why are you getting liposuction? Sure you’d like to get rid of some fat. Liposuction is great for […]
SESPRS: A family affair
The Southeastern Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons (SESPRS) just had their annual meeting. Aside from getting the opportunity to speak about price transparency in healthcare, my favorite topic, I learned something about the organization that was unexpected. What makes the SESPRS meeting unique? I understand that a plastic surgery meeting doesn’t hold much […]
5 myths of breast augmentation
Here’s the list you’ve been waiting for! Five myths that many believe about breast augmentation, fed by bad info on the internet. The post below will help you wade through that information so you can make a better decision for yourself. 1. After I have a breast aug, I can no longer breastfeed Not […]