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Dorsal hump removal with rhinoplasty nose surgery
Out of all of the cosmetic rhinoplasty consultations we have seen in our Seattle plastic surgery clinic over the years, the number one cosmetic complaint that patients present to us with is the 'dorsal hump'. This nasal features has several names. People...
How Do I Decide Which Breast Implant Size is Best?
This is a very common question that women ask us during their breast augmentation consult. There are several factors that we use in order to determine which size implant will suit you best. First and foremost, we want to know what your goals...
Tumescent Liposuction at Sound Plastic Surgery
Liposuction is a great way to take care of those unwanted fat deposits that diet and exercise just can’t seem to touch! Recovery time is modest compared to a lot of other cosmetic procedures we perform for body contouring. Liposuction involves removing undesired...
Latisse Promotion at SPS Seattle – grow your eyelashes !
In partnership with Allergan, we are offering a 'BOGO' for Latisse, the revolutionary eyelash growth medication. Grow longer eyelashes in just 16 weeks with Latisse ! More cost-effective than lash extensions ! Buy one 5 mL Latisse kit at full price and...
Combining Botox and Facial Fillers for Facial Rejuvenation
We all know that Botox excels for reduction of both dynamic and fixed facial lines and wrinkles. Typical treatment zones for Botox include the region between the eyebrows (glabellar muscles), horizontal forehead lines (frontalis muscles) and crow's feet (orbicularis...
Body contouring after major weight loss is often the final step of the weight loss journey!
Many patients come to us after they have lost 100 pounds or more looking for a way to get rid of the excess skin that they are often left with. Sagging skin of the upper arms, abdomen, and thighs are common. Additionally, sagging breasts, loss of breast...
Should I Consider a Tummy Tuck (Abdominoplasty)?
We see a lot of women who, after pregnancies, are left with stretch marks, excess skin, and a “pooch” in the lower abdomen that they simply cannot get rid of. They tell us that no number of situps or special diets seem to improve their abdominal...
Botox will make you look less angry and tired!
Over the years we've seen countless men and women shave years off of their faces by simply undergoing Botox injections! Forehead creases and lines between the eyebrows (this are of the face is called the “glabella”) are erased within days after the Botox...
What type of anesthesia is required for various body contouring procedures ?
Cosmetic Surgery for the body entails contouring of the abdomen, thighs, waist and hips. There are a variety of procedures available to create excellent cosmetic results for these regions. In our experience, cosmetic surgery for the body is best done under either...
Dietary Sugar and Skin Health
Dietary Sugar and your Skin Let's start with the basics. When you ingest sugar or high-glycemic foods that are rapidly convert to sugar (whether it's in the form of an apple or a piece of cake) your body breaks down these carbohydrates into glucose, which raises your...
Chemical Facial Peels for Facial Rejuvenation
Chemical Peels Every fall, many of our patients seek our advice for the simplest ways to refresh their appearance. Our most popular is the chemical peel, because there are many benefits of chemical peels without the negative side effects. Chemical peels are an...
Skin Pigmentation Changes and Facial Aging
Pigment is one of the main visible signs of facial aging A sun-kissed glow is lovely to behold for Seattle area patients. One of the downsides of regular sun exposure are age spots, mottled brown patches and large freckles on the face, neck and hands are signs of...
Tuberous Breast Cosmetic Surgery in Seattle
Tuberous Breast Correction A breast that is characterized by a short vertical height, tight infra-mammary fold and lack of rounded contour is described to ‘tuberous’ in shape. This breast deformity is challenging to correct, and requires meticulous planning and...
Juvederm Voluma is an exciting new injectable!
Juvederm Voluma™ XC is a new hyaluraonic acid filler, recently approved by the FDA, that is improving facial volume for our patients here in Seattle! Voluma™ is approved for helping restore lost volume to the cheeks. Studies show that the...
Recent Trends – Cosmetic Surgery for Men in Seattle
Cosmetic Surgery Trends for Men in Seattle The ASAPS has published its updated annual survey of cosmetic procedures performed by board certified plastic surgeons in the United States. In 2013, men had more than 1 million cosmetic procedures of all types, which...
What is a Serum used for in a Skin Care regimen ?
What is a serum? A serum is your go-to product to improve the overall look of your complexion. Serums are thick liquid-like products with active ingredients like vitamins and anti-oxidants that are formulated with smaller molecules so they can penetrate deep into the...
Eyelid Lift Surgery at Sound Plastic Surgery
The surgeons at Sound Plastic Surgery can improve your outlook on life with an upper blepharoplasty surgery. Our board certified plastic surgeons can perform an upper eyelid lift (blepharoplasty) under local anesthesia while you are awake. You'll return home in...
“Brotox!” Men can Benefit From Botox Too!
Many women have been undergoing Botox injections for years, but a lot of men are still waiting to try Botox to help smooth out their forehead creases. According to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, the number of men who have tried Botox is up 7%...





