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An advanced approach to facial aesthetics For more than twenty years, Michael Law MD has embraced the philosophy of facial balancing—an advanced approach to facial aesthetics that focuses on proportion, symmetry, and natural beauty. The goal is not to change your appearance, but to restore harmony so your features complement each other in a refreshed and youthful way. What Is Facial Balancing? Facial balancing is a methodical approach to analyzing and enhancing the face. Rather

Dr. Michael Law – USC Trained Plastic Surgeon Dr. Michael Law received his plastic surgery training from the top rated plastic surgery program in the United States. He received his plastic surgery training at the University of Southern California (USC) which is rated the #1 Plastic Surgery Residency Training Program in the United States Training by the Plastic Surgery Research Council. PSRC – Ranking United States Plastic Surgery Residency Programs Based On Academic Achievement Dr.

Med Spa vs Regular Spa: What’s the Difference? When deciding how to care for your skin and overall wellness, you might find yourself comparing a med spa vs regular spa. While both offer relaxing experiences and beauty services, they differ significantly in purpose, treatments, and the expertise of staff. Understanding these differences is essential to selecting the right type of spa for your personal needs. What Is a Medical Spa? A medical spa, often called

Ozempic Butt’: What You Need to Know About This Side Effect of Weight Loss Medications The term “Ozempic Butt” is gaining attention as a reported side effect of semaglutide, a weight loss drug sold under the brand names Ozempic and Wegovy. This condition, characterized by sagging skin on the buttocks, has become a topic of conversation for those experiencing rapid weight loss due to these medications. Experts suggest that extreme, quick weight loss can cause

Is a Drainless Tummy Tuck Right for You? Drainless tummy tucks are a newer take on performing tummy tucks. The idea is that no one really likes drains. But the truth is, drains are not bad and most people don’t find them uncomfortable at all. Drainless tummy tucks can work well for some, but not all. First, there is the drainage. Many patients and surgeons alike appreciate the opportunity to measure any amount of fluid coming from

Gyno Surgery Questions Many men ask if they truly have gynecomastia or just extra chest fat. If you’re searching for answers about male breast reduction in Raleigh, NC, this guide covers the questions we hear most often. Dr. Michael Law, a board-certified plastic surgeon, provides honest, expert insight for men dealing with enlarged chest tissue. Do I have gynecomastia? Do I have gyno, or do I have gynecomastia is a question asked by so many

Will Gynecomastia Surgery Leave Extensive Scars on My Male Teen? Gynecomastia, a common condition where males develop enlarged or feminized breasts, often referred to as “man boobs” or “moobs,” can be a source of self-consciousness for teens and young adults. This condition frequently occurs during puberty due to hormonal changes, and it can lead to feelings of embarrassment, especially when shirtless during warm weather or physical activities. A primary concern for parents is whether gynecomastia

Myth: Gynecomastia That Appears During Puberty Always Goes Away One of the most widely believed myths about gynecomastia is that if it develops during puberty, it will always go away on its own. Many young men experiencing “man boobs” or “moobs” during their teenage years assume the condition is temporary and will disappear with age. Some even search “how long does pubertal gynecomastia last” or “will gynecomastia go away at 18” when trying to understand

How Bodybuilders Can Eliminate Gynecomastia Gynecomastia, commonly known as “man boobs” or “moobs,” is a condition where men develop excess breast tissue. While it can occur for a variety of reasons, bodybuilders with gynecomastia are particularly susceptible due to hormone fluctuations caused by intense training and steroid use. If you’re a bodybuilder dealing with this issue, you may be wondering: how to reverse gyno from steroids? Other common searches include “gyno from anabolic steroids,” “gyno

Is gynecomastia surgery necessary? If you’ve noticed enlarged breast tissue, it’s understandable to feel concerned. Many men experiencing gynecomastia often ask themselves, “Is gynecomastia surgery necessary?” Whether you’re struggling with man boobs or feeling self-conscious about your appearance, it’s important to understand the various treatment options and when gynecomastia surgery might be the best solution. What is Gynecomastia? Before determining if gynecomastia surgery is necessary, it’s important to understand what gynecomastia is. It refers to

Does Gynecomastia Mean I Have Low Testosterone? In most cases, males with gynecomastia are perfectly healthy. We cannot fully explain why gynecomastia is on the rise. Some believe it may have to do with hormones in our food and changes in the water we drink. Many men who are in excellent physician shape with no health concern and who maintain a healthy lifestyle experience gynecomastia. If you’re asking, “does gyno mean low test?” the answer

Does CoolSculpting® Provide Permanent Results? The notion of permanently eliminating body fat might seem unrealistic, especially given how resistant stubborn fat can be to a wholesome diet and regular exercise. However, at Michael Law MD Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, we stand by our endorsement of CoolSculpting® treatments, a health technology we proudly provide to our patients. This method permanently eliminates fat cells rather than providing a temporary solution. The Concept of Permanently Freezing Fat Every individual

Sub-pectoral vs. submammary implant position There are three approaches to pocket creation: subpectoral, subfascial and submammary. In the subpectoral approach, the pectoralis major muscle is elevated from the chest wall so that a portion of the implant resides behind the muscle. In the subfascial approach, only the outer fascia (connective tissue sheath) of the pec major is elevated, so that the pec major muscle lies behind the implant and the anterior pec major fascia lies

Cohesive silicone gel implants vs Saline Breast Implants The degree to which this difference is noticeable postoperatively varies a great deal with regard to two factors: the amount of breast tissue that exists prior to augmentation, and the size of the implant that is used. A silicone gel implant’s more natural feel will be much more important to patients who are slender and who fit in an A cup bra preoperatively, as they have less

Are smooth or textured implants the best choice for me? Cohesive round silicone gel breast implants are appealing in that the gel inside is cohesive (i.e. it is in a solid state and sticks together, as opposed to the liquid silicone gel of older silicone gel implants) but not highly cohesive (that’s what is inside ‘gummy bear’ implants), which makes them the softest and ‘squishiest’ breast implants that are available, and which also makes them

Breast Augmentation Considerations Many patients considering breast augmentation are seeking to not only enhance the volume of their breasts, but to also enhance the shape and/or improve the approximation of symmetry of their breasts. I say ‘approximation of symmetry’ as almost all patients have some measurable breast asymmetry, and perfect symmetry rarely exists. A multitude of breast shape and symmetry issues can be improved during breast augmentation, and in essentially all cases it is possible

Attention to detail in breast augmentation For the experienced and meticulous surgeon who is dedicated to creating natural-appearing breast augmentation results, every breast augmentation patient (and therefore every breast augmentation surgery) is different. There are subtleties of implant selection, pocket dissection, pectoralis major release and modification, breast shaped modification and soft tissue envelope management that all may significantly impact the ultimate outcome of surgery. Careful attention to each of these important details can be the

Avoiding capsular contracture You may have heard of someone’s breast implants ‘turning hard’, or maybe you have breast implants and they are no longer (or have really never been) soft and movable like natural breasts. It is not the implants themselves that turn hard, of course; what has really happened is that the fibrous capsule which the body forms around the implants has tightened and thickened, making the implants less mobile and causing them to

Which Company Makes the Best Implants? Well naturally a representative from each company would immediately respond “Ours does!”, and of course each company has scientific data which, from their perspective, backs up their claims. The truth is that all four of the currently FDA-approved implant manufacturers make good products, and the differences between them are, with some exceptions, fairly subtle. Competition between implant makers has been a very good thing for the consumer, as each

Revisional breast augmentation surgery There are four main reasons for reoperation in breast augmentation patients (the medical terms we use are listed in parentheses): The augmented breasts become firm and less movable (capsular contracture) The implants don’t remain in an aesthetically ideal position (implant malposition) You can see the implants through the skin and breast tissue (implant shell visibility) The patients thinks that their augmented breasts are too big or too small (implant size dissatisfaction)