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Eyelid Surgery for Droopy EyelidsJuly 29, 2013
Some individuals suffer from heavy or droopy eyelids. This can actually obstruct a patient’s vision and produce an undesirable, aged appearance. Patients who have droopy or sagging upper eyelids can undergo plastic surgery with a professional and certified plastic surgeon. In this blog post, prospective patients can find further information about how this problem can be resolved with blepharoplasty, or eyelid surgery.
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Can a Tummy Tuck Be Performed with a C-section?June 27, 2013
While the end result of pregnancy is an absolute joy for any new mother, the process can result in many changes to the woman’s body. The effects of pregnancy can be especially noticeable on the stomach area. Because of stretching of the skin and abdomen during pregnancy, women are often left with excess skin and stretch marks across the abdomen, flanks, and even the back. Additionally, women who once had flat stomachs may experience excess weight, flabby skin, lax abdominal muscles, and/or a...Read More
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DIEP Cost and Insurance CoverageJune 26, 2013
Cost for any surgery is an important concern for patients. This may be even more so for patients who are considering a breast reconstructive procedure following removal of one or both breasts due to injury or illness, such as cancer. A patient may already be feeling anxious or upset about the circumstances surrounding the need for breast reconstructive surgery, and dealing with how to pay for the surgery adds to those concerns. At Crawford Plastic Surgery, patients are offered a variety of...Read More
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DIEP Flap Candidates for Breast ReconstructionJune 14, 2013
A breast reconstruction procedure is performed following a mastectomy (surgical removal of the breast) in the treatment of breast cancer. The goal of DIEP breast reconstruction surgery is to reconstruct the breasts and restore a more natural look to the body. Many of the conventional breast reconstructive procedures require a lengthy and unpleasant recovery period, and also place restrictions on patients...Read More
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Tips for Setting up Your Recovery AreaMarch 20, 2013
Meeting with your doctor and scheduling your appointment is only half the battle when planning for surgery. While it’s important to take precautions leading up to your surgery, it is equally as important to make a steady plan for recovery. Ideally, you will be surrounded with friends and family waiting to serve you after your surgery, but there are a few things Dr....Read More
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Your Pre-Surgery Shopping ListMarch 12, 2013
There are so many things to do before undergoing cosmetic surgery, ranging from doctor appointments, to possible lab tests, to arranging for your transportation and care after the surgery is complete. However, in the hustle and bustle of preparations, don’t forget to make a special shopping trip for items you may need during your recovery. Here, Atlanta plastic surgeon Marcus Crawford provides some tips for what to put on that pre-surgery shopping list to help ensure a smooth and uneventful...Read More
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Medications to Avoid before and after Plastic SurgeryMarch 05, 2013
Before committing to any plastic surgery, it is important to understand the risks involved, and how to avoid any potential problems during or after surgery. One factor that can cause complications is the use of certain medications, herbs and even vitamins. During your consultation at Crawford Plastic Surgery, Dr. Marcus Crawford will review your medical history and help you plan in advance how to properly prepare for plastic...Read More
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How to Adopt a Low Sodium Diet before and after Plastic SurgeryFebruary 07, 2013
Committing to any kind of plastic surgery is no small endeavor. While the results of plastic surgery are pleasing, recovery can take up to two weeks. In order to speed up recovery time and reduce any potential swelling and inflammation, doctors recommend adopting a low sodium diet both before and after surgery. Here are just some quick tips on how to incorporate a low sodium diet into your life....Read More
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The Dangers of Smoking for Plastic Surgery Patients January 29, 2013
To be considered a good candidate for plastic surgery, patients should be non-smokers, or at the very least, be willing to quit smoking for at least three weeks to four weeks before and after surgery. In this blog post, Dr. Marcus Crawford reviews the dangers of smoking and the effect it can have on plastic surgery patients.
Nicotine Reduces Blood Flow
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Chores Checklist – What to Do before Plastic SurgeryNovember 08, 2012
If you are going to have plastic surgery, one of the best things you can do in the weeks before your surgical appointment is properly prepare for surgery and your recovery. This includes completing all household chores and purchasing everything you will need for the first two weeks of your recovery. In order to make preparing for plastic surgery as easy as possible for our patients, we have developed a comprehensive checklist of the chores you should attend to a day or two before you meet...Read More
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