The world of beauty is ripe with tips, tricks, and must-have products. Unfortunately, many popular beauty trends are ineffective at best, and dangerous at worst.

Used for everything from designer popsicles to prosthetic limbs, 3D printing has expanded the ways in which we can enhance peoples’ lives. So you can imagine my excitement as a plastic surgeon to learn that we may be one step closer to using 3D printing in breast reconstruction.

When you’re recovering after cosmetic surgery, quality sleep is especially important. Sleep facilitates healing and helps your immune system work optimally, which not only helps you bounce back to your normal energy level more quickly, but also helps your results heal optimally—and look beautiful as quickly as possible after surgery.

Are you planning on getting married in Virginia this year? If you’ve thought about seeing a plastic surgeon in Richmond before your big day, you’re not alone.

Many board certified plastic surgeons—Dr. Aboutanos included—devote a significant portion of their practice to helping patients restore a normal appearance and function through plastic surgery.

It may not be the first thing that comes to mind when you’re planning for plastic surgery, but did you know that booking a trip to the salon during the days before your procedure can actually be a great idea?