More and more patients are opting to go out-of-state for their cosmetic care, with motivations including going to a specialist or gaining an additional level of privacy. While medical tourism can be a controversial topic, there is a way to do it safely—if you stick to US doctors—and give yourself a larger pool of qualified… Continue Reading »
The discussion around feminism and cosmetic surgery of any kind is often complicated—and nearly everyone has an opinion on the subject. Perhaps one of the most hot-button procedures is labiaplasty. With controversy over depictions of the female body in everything from pornography to women’s magazines and heated debates about body positivity, feminism is often at… Continue Reading »
Cosmetic surgery isn’t as hush-hush as it once was—now it seems like everyone from your favorite celeb to your neighbor is openly sharing whatever they’ve had done. But how many people are having plastic surgery? And what procedures are the most popular? If you’ve been wondering, good news: the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS)… Continue Reading »
Some stats just for fun: Americans spent over $89.7 billion on beauty, skin, and personal care in 2018. And the number of beauty brands is practically countless—but would you believe 182 name brands are owned by the 7 biggest companies in the arena? The point is, there are So. Many. Products. Even though some OTC… Continue Reading »
Having cosmetic surgery? Want the very best results possible? Of course you do—choosing an experienced, board certified plastic surgeon like Dr. Clark is half the battle, but the other half comes down to how well you take care of yourself and how well you follow instructions after surgery. If you’re like most of our patients,… Continue Reading »
Despite the fact that over half of the population is composed of women, the topic of female anatomy has traditionally been considered taboo by many—and the word “vagina” is often whispered in hushed tones. Thankfully, times are starting to change, and more and more women are opening up about their sexual health. With this increasing… Continue Reading »
Ask any of my patients and staff and they’ll tell you that I’m a total nerd when it comes to healthy living. And I have to admit, one glance at my bookshelf proves them right. From sticking to a whole foods, organic diet to using top quality skincare to sipping from my BPA-free GBC cup,… Continue Reading »
When it comes to “spring cleaning” tips for your skin, face or body, that’s our specialty (just give us a call). When it comes to your home, your relationships, your sanity—well, there are plenty of resources in Granite Bay to show you how to spring clean those areas, including the beautiful person reading this right… Continue Reading »
Ever wondered, “how much cosmetic surgery do people have?” Well, we do (it’s kind of in our job description), and we anxiously await cosmetic surgery statistics every year. The American Society of Plastic Surgeons 2017 stats are now official, so let’s take a look. For surgical procedures, breasts did the best (yet again) Topping the… Continue Reading »
Ever wondered if plastic surgeons also get the procedures they perform on others? You might be surprised at just how often the answer is yes. Just like any other type of patient, many plastic surgeons choose to keep their procedures private—and that’s absolutely their right. But in my experience, being open about the procedures I’ve… Continue Reading »
