Whether you have naturally thin lips and want to make them poutier or perhaps want to counteract the unpleasant effects of aging, we recommend hyaluronic acid lip filler. Our Philadelphia-area team uses JUVEDERM® Ultra XC and Restylane® Silk for augmentation. But these fillers can do more than simply make lips plumper and fuller. They can also treat wrinkles around…
Many patients who rapidly lose significant weight via bariatric surgery or other conventional methods find that they develop a sagging, flabby look in the abdominal area. This is because the skin there can become permanently stretched out due to significant volume creating bulges. With less fat to push this inelastic skin outward, it instead hangs…
So you’ve made the decision to get the life-changing plastic surgery procedure you’ve been considering for months—or even years. Congratulations, but that is just the beginning of the decision-making process. The next, vitally important step is choosing a qualified aesthetic surgeon. In the Philadelphia area, there are more than a few options. But with all the practices…
Some patients choose breast surgery as a way to enlarge a smaller bust, while for others, the procedure may be a way of reclaiming a more youthful look. The Chapin Aesthetics team regularly meets with women seeking mastopexy in the Philadelphia area, who are also interested in learning about the impact of pregnancy and breastfeeding on the…
When it comes to breast augmentation, size is essential. In the same way that you don’t want an ill-fitting bra, the wrong size implant (hint: too big), can cause discomfort and other more serious problems. If you want bigger breasts, but don’t necessarily want to tell the world that you are cosmetically enhanced, there are…
Despite the soaring popularity of breast augmentation surgery—it was recently recognized by the American Society of Plastic Surgeons as the most performed cosmetic surgical procedure of 2019—reports released by The World Health Organization and the FDA have sparked public debate on the safety of textured breast implants. These reports highlighted a possible connection researchers have…
When it comes to medical treatments to help improve the overall appearance of your face, fillers and injectables are very popular. These treatments are much less invasive than some other procedures, and they require less downtime and provide faster results than surgical options. The term dermal filler in the plastic surgery industry refers to any…
When it comes to undergoing any kind of treatment or procedure for your skin, it’s important to know that your medical providers have the education, training and experience necessary to deliver the best results. One trademark of a high-quality aesthetic practice is that it employs certified aesthetic nurse specialists. These nurses have decided to specialize…
Micro-needling with PRP is a cosmetic procedure which is rapidly gaining in popularity around the globe. This procedure is performed using a device that contains a series of small needles. As the device moves across the skin, it lightly pricks the skin which causes the skin to react by producing more collagen. Although this procedure can…
The Natural Results of BBL Contouring and Reshaping A Brazilian Butt Lift (BBL) has come to be associated with a large and extra curvy Kim Kardashian-style backside. However, the truth is, a BBL can have very moderate, natural-looking results. By redistributing fat deposits, contouring and reshaping the silhouette, a BBL at the Philadelphia area’s Chapin Aesthetics can…
