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How Do Hyaluronic Acid Fillers Compare to Collagen Stimulators?
How do biostimulators differ from hyaluronic acid fillers? Our Philadelphia and Villanova-based team at Cross Medical Group knows that patients may not be sure which type of filler is best for their needs, especially if they are new to cosmetic treatments. The first thing to know is that every decision will be made with guidance from …
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How Do You Choose the Best Size for Breast Implants?
What is the perfect implant size? Our Philadelphia– and Villanova-based team at Cross Medical Group knows that this is often a question on the minds of patients considering breast augmentation. The results from breast augmentation will depend on several choices a patient makes with the counsel of Dr. Kevin Cross or Dr. Jackie Lyons. When …
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How Can You Fix Sagging Eyebrows?
What does a brow lift achieve? Our Philadelphia and Main Line-based plastic surgeons Dr. Kevin Cross and Dr. Jackie Lyons explain that this plastic surgery procedure is ideal for patients who have eyebrows that sag or who have excess skin that hangs over their eyes and impairs their vision. The eyebrows are one of the most …
When Is the Right Time to Consider a Mommy Makeover?
There’s no doubt that pregnancy can be a highly rewarding experience, but many people are bothered by the changes that occur, such as flattened or smaller breasts, loose skin on the stomach, and isolated pockets of resistant fat on certain areas. Even a healthy lifestyle with a good diet and regular exercise may not be …
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How Real Do Implants Feel?
Do implants feel different from natural breasts? Our Philadelphia and Main Line-based team at Cross Medical Group often hears this question from patients who are considering breast augmentation for themselves. As a common plastic surgery procedure, breast augmentation offers several benefits, such as improving volume and curves if you feel like your breasts are too small, …
Is a Facelift the Right Choice for Me?
“How do I decide if I need a facelift?” Philadelphia-area patients considering anti-aging techniques frequently ask the Cross Medical Group team this question when they’re looking into surgery that involves correcting several areas on the lower face. First, consider that many aspects of the face change as we age—and we have little to no control over …
What Can You Do for an Easier Rhinoplasty Recovery?
A nose job, also known as a rhinoplasty, allows you to alter the size, shape, and proportions of the nose. If you’re searching for nose job recovery tips, our Philadelphia area team has some recommendations to make the recovery process much easier for you. First, know that patients often have this surgery if they are unhappy about …
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How is Your Neck Affected by Aging?
“How can I restore my neck skin?” Our Philadelphia area team does hear this question, but not as often as you may think. Since skin care efforts are often focused on the face, the neck tends to be forgotten—even though it has delicate skin prone to showing signs of aging. People who focus their attention on …
Will Your Eyes Look Larger After Eyelid Surgery?
Our eyes are often the first thing others notice about us. They’re important for drawing people in and communicating our emotions. As we age, however, changes to the skin and muscles around the eyes can cause drooping and make us look fatigued or older than we actually are. Since the skin is so thin around …
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Can You Get a “Healthy Glow” Without UV Exposure?
For many decades, Americans have associated a sun-kissed look with good health, but experts say that any form of tan is potentially harmful to your skin. The increase in melanin that gives us a tan is itself a form of damage. Additionally, excess sun exposure causes cosmetic issues like wrinkles and hollows due to drying …
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