Plastic Surgery Updates by Dr. Thomassen

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Revision Rhinoplasty

Revision Rhinoplasty Rhinoplasty is considered one of the most complex plastic surgery procedures.  This is due to the intricate anatomy…

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Facelift Recovery

Many patients considering a facelift procedure are most concerned about the facelift recovery time. Thankfully, with continued improvement in surgical…

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Start Your Skin Care Routine

Skin Better Science line of skin care products now available at Thomassen Plastic Surgery. Visit us to sample our rejuvenation,…

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How to Find the Best Plastic Surgeon in Fort Lauderdale, FL

When you’re considering a cosmetic procedure, selecting the best plastic surgeon in Fort Lauderdale, FL, is essential. This choice ensures…

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Hand Rejuvenation

After a certain age, women will start showing signs of aging in the back of their hands. These changes mostly…

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Breast Implant Removal and Lift

More women are choosing the remove their breast implants after years of having them in place. There are multiple reasons…

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Ponytail Lift to Rejuvenate Sagging Cheeks

A ponytail lift, also known as a temporal cheek lift, is a surgical procedure designed to elevate the cheeks. It…

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Forehead Flap Nasal Reconstruction

Forehead Flap Nasal Reconstruction is used in the reconstruction of the nasal bone, cartilage, skin and mucosa. The cause can…

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Liquid Facelift

Having an upcoming reunion, get-together or trip? Are you looking for a quick and easy way to revitalize your appearance?…

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Gynecomastia Surgery Fort Lauderdale

Gynecomastia surgery is a procedure designed to reduce and reshape enlarged or swollen breasts in males. Gynecomastia is a condition…

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Awake Facelift Fort Lauderdale

An “awake facelift” is a facelift procedure performed while the patient is awake or lightly sedated. Patients are conscious during…

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Why Choose Thomassen Plastic Surgery

You want the best plastic surgeon who can achieve your goals. You need a surgeon who listens to you and…

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Chrysalis Center for Cosmetic Surgery Fort Lauderdale

Chrysalis Surgery Center is our state of the art center for cosmetic surgery in Fort Lauderdale. The Florida Board of…

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Why is Everyone Removing Their Breast Implants?

Changing Lifestyle The most common reason women decide to remove their implants is a change in their lifestyle priorities. While…

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Ensuring Success in Breast Reduction Surgery

Breast reduction surgery has generally a very high satisfaction rate.   However, like any surgery, there are risks involved that can…

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Are Silicone Breast Implants Safe Now?

Silicone breast implants are safe. However, they may not be the best option for some women. The FDA has made…

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Tuberous Breast

Tuberous breast deformity, also termed constricted breast deformity, is a condition where the breast tissue fails to develop fully. This…

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Tear Trough Rejuvenation

Hyaluronic Acid (HA) fillers provide a minimally invasive way to enhance several areas of the face. These include the lips…

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How to Choose Breast Implant Size and Type

Patients have several options for choosing breast implants. This includes options regarding size and type of implants. Below are some…

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Neck Lift in Fort Lauderdale

Many patients are bothered by skin excess in the neck area. Some patients are bothered by bands running lengthwise in…

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Breast Implant Illness – What you need to know

Silicone breast implants have been used for over 60 years and have been highly satisfactory for the majority of women.…

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Nose Job in the African American Patient

Rhinoplasty in the African American patient can be a more challenging procedure for various reasons. Dr. Thomassen performs this procedure…

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Functional Rhinoplasty

Many patients seen in consultation are concerned about not only the appearance of their nose but also difficulties with breathing.…

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Modern Rhinoplasty

Modern Rhinoplasty techniques at Thomassen Plastic Surgery…

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Types of Facelifts

What are the Different Types of Facelifts? There are many different names used to describe facelifts. This can cause some…

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How Botulinum Toxin Works

Botulinum toxin in very small doses is a therapeutic neuromodulator. Botulinum toxin works by blocking neuromuscular synapses. In this way…

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Why More Men Are Getting Plastic Surgery Than Ever Before

Women still get the most surgeries, but men are starting to catch up For many years, cosmetic surgery was thought…

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Anxiety Post Surgery: Quicken Your Recovery after Surgery

The surgery will take just a short period of time. Your transformation will take much longer We’ve all suffered at…

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Can a Nose Job Change People’s Perceptions of You?

A rhinoplasty (nose job) can improve your appearance, but that’s just for starters America is the land of self-improvement. Most…

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The Best Scar Care After your Cosmetic Surgery Procedure

How nutrition, healthy living and consultation can make a difference Like all parts of your body, an area where you’ve…

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9 Ways Your Face Changes as You Age

Facial rejuvenation defies the effects of aging It seems to happen all at once: one morning you wake up and…

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How to Choose the Right Breast Implant Size

Follow these 10 tips to choose the best size implant for your frame Once you decide to have a breast…

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7 Tips for Faster Plastic Surgery Recovery Time

Average recovery periods can be improved with proper preparation and aftercare Cosmetic surgery can help ensure you look your best,…

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What to Expect from Your Eyelid Surgery

Eyelid surgery (also known as blepharoplasty) can be a very effective way to correct a variety of cosmetic and functional…

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The Essential Types of Cosmetic Breast Surgery

What you need to know about five basic procedures The decision to have breast implant surgery is a big one,…

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Male Facelift

When it comes to facelifts, gender matters Women aren’t the only ones who want to look younger, and they certainly…

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How Your Breast Changes with Age

Cosmetic surgery can restore youthful shape to aging breasts It’s another cruel trick of Mother Nature: breast tissue ages two…

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How the SMAS Flap Influences Natural-Looking Facelifts

Looking at some of the elements of a successful facelift A facelift, also known as a Rhytidectomy, is usually intended…

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Breathe Better, Look Better: Functional Rhinoplasty Improves Quality of Life

What is a Functional rhinoplasty? A functional rhinoplasty addresses both the cosmetic and breathing aspects of the nose. Traditionally, a…

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How to Choose a Plastic Surgeon

Questions you should ask any plastic surgeon Choosing a plastic surgeon is probably the most important decision you’ll need to…

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Silicone or Saline Implants: Which Option is Right for You?

The pros and cons of silicone and saline implants Some are eager to restore their bodies to their pre-motherhood shapes.…

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The Age of Modern Facelifts: What We’ve Learned In Over 100 Years

Why modern rhytidectomy techniques deliver better results The history of modern facelifts begins in Berlin, Germany in 1901. Eugen Holländer…

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High Satisfaction Drives an Increase in Cosmetic Procedures

A look at modern cosmetic surgery studies and statistics 2016 saw another increase in the number of Americans having cosmetic…

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Fillers or Fat Grafting to Face: Which is Better?

Mother Nature may be formidable, but it’s no longer true that she can’t be slowed down. People who want to…

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Dr. John M. Thomassen Wins “Best Physicians in Fort Lauderdale” For 2016

Dr. John M. Thomassen Wins “Best Physicians in Fort Lauderdale” For 2016…

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Dr. John M. Thomassen Wins RealSelf 100 Award (2015)

Dr. Thomassen has once more received the prestigious RealSelf 100 award for 2015. The RealSelf 100 are recognized both for…

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Dr. John M. Thomassen Wins RealSelf 100 Award

Fort Lauderdale Plastic Surgeon Recognized as Top Influencer in Plastic Surgery Fort Lauderdale, Fl – March 25, 2015 – Local…

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