According to a report by the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, there were 17.1 million cosmetic plastic surgeries performed in 2016, a three percent increase from 2015. The top cosmetic surgical procedure was breast augmentation, which has remained in the number one spot since 2006. Along with breast augmentation, the top...

Self-harm scars are different than other types of scars. They represent a time in your life when you were depressed, angry, scared, lonely, or maybe even all of the above. Even though your intentions were to hurt yourself at the time, you may regret doing so now as you look...

Did you know that silicone has been used for more than 30 years in the treatment of scars? In fact, an article published in the scholarly journal Aesthetic Plastic Surgery states that in the treatment arsenal at the disposal of the plastic surgeon, topical silicone therapy usually is considered the first line of treatment....

Have you ever looked down at your body as you were getting dressed in the morning or stepping out of the shower only to notice a fresh new scar you don’t remember getting? This is a very common experience for many individuals. While a number of scars may be formed...

A common complaint after a C-section is the sensitivity of the scar. Many women experience an unpleasant tingly sensation when clothing or other materials rub against the scar. Some women may feel sensitivity during certain movements, such as lifting the baby or reaching overhead. The scar may also feel tight,...

Did you know that over 50 percent of all new cosmetics introduced globally in the last 10 years contain at least one silicone? Even though silicones have been proven both safe and effective for cosmetic and medical purposes, rumors continue claiming they are unsafe for topical use. From cosmetic concerns to worries...

If your doctor has decided in advance that you’ll need to deliver via C-section, there are several things you’ll need to plan to ensure that your baby’s birthday goes as smooth as possible. Keep reading to learn 7 things you need if you’ve schedule a C-section. 1. A HOSPITAL BAG...

In most cases of breast cancer, women undergo surgery as part of their treatment. There are two basic types of surgery to remove breast cancer: lumpectomy and mastectomy. During a lumpectomy, the surgeon removes the breast tumor and a small amount of healthy tissue around it, but the remainder of...

You’ve overcome the pain of your injury, whether that be from a surgery, accident, or other trauma that left your skin wounded. Unfortunately, your wound healed into a scar that is a constant reminder of the pain you had to go through. You desperately want to be rid of it,...

Open heart surgery is an operation that requires opening the chest wall to repair a fault in or damage to the heart muscle, its arteries or valves. These surgeries treat complications of ischemic heart disease via bypass surgery of blocked arteries, correct congenital heart disease, or treat other heart diseases...

If you’re planning to have a C-section or have recently had a C-section, you’re probably wondering what the scar will look like and what you can do to minimize the appearance of it. Many over-the-counter scar treatments exist, all claiming to reduce the appearance of your C-section scar. There are...

Scars can be painful, both physically and emotionally. Often the emotional impact of scarring can be more difficult to deal with than any type of physical discomfort. A scar follows you throughout your life, serving as a constant reminder of that painful injury, unfortunate accident, or difficult surgery. Scars can...

Mederma has been called the number one doctor and pharmacist-recommended scar care brand, but does science back up these claims? Research on the use of Mederma as a scar treatment is limited and controversial. Some studies show scar improvements after use of Mederma and others show neutral or even negative...

Knee replacement, also called arthroplasty, is a surgical procedure performed to resurface the knee joint in order to alleviate knee pain and disability. According to Johns Hopkins Medicine, the most common condition that results in the need for knee replacement surgery is osteoarthritis. Other conditions that warrant knee replacement surgery are...

Getting your tattoo seemed like a good idea at the time. You may have done it to symbolize something that was meaningful to you. Or maybe you just liked the body art. Regardless of the reason, over time you may realize that your tattoo is something you prefer to live...

Topical silicone products represent a safe and effective treatment option for healing scars. Two of the most popular formulations are topical silicone gel and silicone gel sheeting. Both have been studied in numerous clinical evaluations that have demonstrated these products to be a successful treatment for a variety of scar...

The use of lemon extract as a natural home remedy for common skin issues such as dark spots and scars is quite popular. Search online and you’ll find a plethora of information suggesting that lemon extract exhibits many skin benefits, such as brightening the complexion, exfoliating dead cells, and ridding...

Scarring is the body’s response to trauma, such as a cut, burn, surgical incision, or even acne. While many people consider scars to be cosmetically unappealing, they are in fact part of the natural wound healing process. All NewGel+ products were developed with the wound healing process in mind to...

Did you know that the Achilles tendon is the strongest tendon in the human body? In fact, it can sustain up to 12.5 times your bodyweight in certain running activities. Despite its strength, it is still possible for this tendon to tear, or rupture, either by movements that require sudden stretching or...

This entry was posted on March 14, 2018 by Roger Romero. Endometriosis is a painful disorder where the tissue that normally lines the inside of the uterus grows elsewhere in the abdominal cavity. Endometriosis most commonly involves the ovaries, fallopian tubes and the tissue lining the pelvis. Rarely, endometrial tissue...