Liposuction – What You Need to Know Robert Shumway, M.D., F.A.C.S. | 08/09/2017 Liposuction has been around for years, and many people think of it as a miracle treatment that will help you eliminate post-pregnancy baby weight or drop pounds overnight. In reality, liposuction is not an instant cure to weight gain, and people who […]
How a Neck Lift is Done and Other Tips to Know About the Procedure Robert Shumway, M.D., F.A.C.S. | 08/02/2017 When people gain weight, one of the areas most impacted is the muscles in the neck and lower face. Unfortunately, even after you’ve lost weight, the neck does not usually return to its previous form. […]
The Five Most Popular Cosmetic Surgery Procedures Robert Shumway, M.D., F.A.C.S. | 07/06/2017 Each year the tabloids and internet forums are full of stories documenting major transformations following cosmetic surgery procedures. As with anything else, there are trends in the cosmetic surgery industry and some procedures come and go. These are the top five most […]
What Would I Look Like with Plastic Surgery? Robert Shumway, M.D., F.A.C.S. | 06/28/2017 We all have a vision of how cosmetic surgery will improve our looks and turn back the ‘hands of time.’ However, each procedure has its own limitations and it’s hard to know exactly how you will look until the procedure is […]
Lower Face Lift Vs. Neck Lift: What’s the Difference? Robert Shumway, M.D., F.A.C.S. | 05/30/2017 If you’ve been considering cosmetic surgery in San Diego for any length of time you have probably heard the terms “lower face lift” and “neck lift.” Despite the fact that some people use the terms almost interchangeably, they actually entail […]
What Size Breast Implants Should I Get? Robert Shumway, M.D., F.A.C.S. | 05/10/2017 For years, we’ve been bombarded with images of breast implants of large and, sometimes, outrageous sizes. It’s important to note that most women who elect to have breast augmentation choose a natural size that fits their body shape well. Choosing breast implant […]
How to Get Rid of C-Section Pooch Robert Shumway, M.D., F.A.C.S. | 04/28/2017 Any woman who has delivered a baby via C-section knows the effects that the procedure has on her body not only during the birth, but afterwards as well. Many San Diego women find that after a C-section delivery they are faced with […]
Should I Get a Boob Job? Robert Shumway, M.D., F.A.C.S. | 04/11/2017 There are many reasons why women choose to undergo a breast augmentation or ‘boob job.’ Breast enhancements come in many types, so you can choose the implant style and shape that best fits your ideal body goals. It is time to do away […]
How to Fix a Crooked Nose Robert Shumway, M.D., F.A.C.S. | 02/27/2017 There are many reasons someone can have a crooked nose. Some people are born with slight deformities of the nose, while others sustain injuries to the nasal tissue that cause permanent damage to the appearance of the nose. As a result, nose surgery, […]
When is Blepharoplasty Eyelid Surgery Medically Necessary? Robert Shumway, M.D., F.A.C.S. | 01/26/2017 In recent years the blepharoplasty, or eyelid lift, has become a common procedure for those hoping to regain a more youthful look. It is often done as a part of a larger face lift procedure, but can also be done independently. Blepharoplasty […]
