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Why is being a “Board Certified Plastic Surgeon”, so important?

Posted July 28, 2014 in Alabama Cosmetic Surgery, Alabama Plastic Surgery, Plastic Surgery Alabama, Plastic Surgery Birmingham

Why is being a “Board Certified Plastic Surgeon”, so important? We post it on most of our blog posts, but, what does it even mean? The process of becoming a board certified plastic surgeon was set up to assure you, the public, that a surgeon has the knowledge, education and skills required to meet the highest quality […]

Procedures Commonly Performed in Body Contouring

Posted April 16, 2014 in Alabama Cosmetic Surgery, Alabama Plastic Surgery, body contouring birmingham al, Uncategorized

Below are the types of procedures that are most commonly performed in Body Contouring. Depending on your areas of concern, some or all of these procedures may need to be addressed. Breast Reduction/Lift A breast reduction can be performed on both female and male patients. A male breast reduction is called gynocomastia. A breast lift, […]

Body Contouring: Key Questions To Ask Your Plastic Surgeon

Posted March 10, 2014 in Alabama Cosmetic Surgery, Alabama Plastic Surgery, body contouring birmingham al, Plastic Surgery Alabama, Plastic Surgery Birmingham

We are still talking about Body Contouring. Today we are going to give you a list of Key Questions to ask your Plastic Surgeon. Although this list may not be a complete list of questions you want to discuss with your plastic surgeon, it is a great starting point. So here goes… 1. Are you […]

Are You A Good Candidate For Body Contouring?

Posted February 26, 2014 in Alabama Cosmetic Surgery, Alabama Plastic Surgery, Plastic Surgery Alabama, Plastic Surgery Birmingham

How do you know if you are a good candidate for body contouring procedures? You need to optimize or fix any on-going health issues that may have been caused by being overweight. The list might include high blood pressure and/or diabetes. You should be as healthy as possible to minimize risks and complications after surgery. […]

Body Contouring after Major Weight Loss

Posted February 17, 2014 in Alabama Cosmetic Surgery, Alabama Plastic Surgery, Plastic Surgery Alabama, Plastic Surgery Birmingham

So, you have had a major weight loss either by diet and exercise or, by weight loss surgery but now you have a new dilemma, excess skin. First, CONGRATULATIONS!! Weight Loss is not an easy journey and you deserve a pat on the back! Not only are you feeling better but you are also reaping […]

Do You Smoke? Read This Before Cosmetic Surgery!

Posted February 12, 2014 in Birmingham Breast Augmentation, Birmingham Mommy makeover, Breast Augmentation, Mommy Makeover, Plastic Surgery Birmingham, Uncategorized

Because Cohn Plastic Surgery, is invested in optimizing your safety and results, you need to be aware of the impact smoking has on your surgical outcome. Smoking impairs the blood circulation to the skin and other tissues. During plastic surgery, alterations in blood flow occur during procedures where there is undermining of skin flaps or your skin […]

Breast-Feeding with a Breast Augmentation?

Posted November 05, 2013 in Birmingham Breast Augmentation, Birmingham Breastfeeding, Breast Augmentation, Uncategorized

Good news for women with implants considering breast-feeding after giving birth! A new study conducted by Dr. Norma Cruz, a professor of plastic surgery at the University of Puerto Rico, School of Medicine in San Juan, found that breast-feeding with implants does not significantly affect breast sagging. The study was conducted in 119 women with […]