
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…