The Ultimate Guide to GLP-1 Weight Loss & Plastic Surgery: What You Need to Know
A New Era of Weight Loss and Body Confidence Thanks to new advances in medical weight loss, more people are achieving significant and sustained weight loss than ever before. GLP-1 receptor agonists—an increasingly popular class of medications—have become a game-changer for those struggling with excess weight. But along with dramatic body changes often comes a…
Facelift vs. Fillers: The Best Solution for Post-Ozempic Facial Sagging
The benefits of medications like Ozempic® and other GLP-1 weight loss drugs are undeniable, helping individuals achieve significant weight loss and improved health. However, rapid weight loss can sometimes come with an unexpected side effect—facial volume loss and sagging skin. As the fat pads in the face diminish, the skin may appear deflated, leading to…
Ozempic Face: Why It Happens and How to Restore Facial Volume
Understanding Ozempic Face Ozempic (semaglutide) and other GLP-1 receptor agonists like Wegovy and Mounjaro have become popular for weight loss. While these medications are effective for shedding pounds, rapid weight loss can lead to an unintended : facial volume loss, often called “Ozempic Face.” When the body loses weight quickly, it sheds fat from all…
Body Image and Mental Health: Navigating Self-Perception in the Digital Age
Image Source: Pexels Body image is a delicate thing. Unfortunately, issues with it are an all too common experience, especially among women. According to the National Organization for Women, only 37.7% of older women responded positively about their body. Men too, can have body image issues. A 2019 study found that 10% to 30% of…
Maximizing Recovery: How to Plan Time Off Work for Your Plastic Surgery
For any surgery, you’ll need time to recover. The same applies to cosmetic and plastic surgery. However, unlike non-elective surgeries, employers aren’t required to provide paid time off for you to recover. That said, you don’t want to rush recovery just to jump back to work. Instead, think of your plastic surgery strategically. If you…
5 Ways to Start Looking Younger Now
If signs of aging are concerning at 35, things aren’t going to magically look better at 45. You’ll have to be proactive. Dr. Sarah Mess has cosmetic solutions that defy time and gravity, so don’t be afraid to look young! There are more, but here are 5 solutions to consider. Skin Care There are a dizzying…
A Reluctant Botox Convert: One Dude’s Story
When I started working for Dr. Mess I readily volunteered as the in-house test pilot for all sorts of things. From micro-needling to laser hair removal, I was a willing warrior. Truth be told I liked the results, and I enjoyed being the first to try new things. A new laser? Light me up. Want…
What Can Botox Do? What Can’t It? And How Do I Get the Best Results?
Botox is the number one cosmetic procedure worldwide…..by a long shot. It’s quick, its safe, and it provides excellent results. Still, if you are considering Botox injections you need to understand what it can do and what it can’t do. What can Botox do? The most common Botox treatment areas are the “Angry 11’s” between…
What Can I Do About My Neck?
“What can I do about my neck?” In a lot of ways treating the face is easy compared to the neck. There are lots of ways to combat signs of aging in your face. IPL and laser peels can correct fine lines and pigment issues. Botox and dermal fillers can erase small wrinkles and replace…
