Dr. Branman Weighs in on Millennials, Preventative BOTOX, & Cosmetic Surgery
March 13, 2018 - Rhys Branman, MD
I recently sat down again with Melinda Mayo at KATV Good Morning Arkansas, and this time the subject was Millennials. While there are plenty of things today’s 20- and 30-somethings are credited for—from the popularity of avocado toast to their tendency to value life experiences over material possessions—we’ve noticed a few shared traits of our own among our Millennial cosmetic surgery patients here in Little Rock. Melinda and I discuss them in this video of our KATV segment, but I thought I’d take a minute to expand on a topic I get a lot of questions about from my younger... 
From slathering on plumping lip gloss to obsessing over Kylie Jenner’s lip lining routine, it’s clear that we as a society are all about full, gorgeous lips. Unfortunately, nature didn’t get the memo, and most of us weren’t born with the perfect pout—which is why recent years have seen a large uptick in people booking an appointment with their favorite cosmetic surgeon for a little lip love. But how much do you know about lip enhancement? Before you head over to the nearest provider, read on—we’ve answered some of the most common questions we receive about lip augmentation. What’s the... 
Aging does not seem to be a struggle for model and actress, Christie Brinkley, who doesn’t look a day over 40 but is actually just shy of 64! Though she credits the importance of diet and exercise to her natural beauty, she also gets a little help here and there. Wondering how she stays so gorgeous? TODAY highlighted one of the hottest non-surgical treatments she’s using to tighten and tone—Ultherapy®. Here’s the scoop on a product we ❤ too: Turning back time like Brinkley Good genes, a strictly vegetarian diet, regular vigorous exercise, and a little Ultherapy have Christie Brinkley... 
“My skincare habits are already perfect.” Said no one, ever (at least no one who was telling the truth). Even if you wear sunscreen, wipe off your makeup every night, and buy the top skincare products—we’d bet the rest of our Christmas shopping money there’s at least one thing you can improve about your routine to get even better skin than you have now. Don’t believe us? Take a look at this article from PureWow. It contains a whopping 50 tips for healthier skin that looks and feels fabulous, so we’re sure you too will find a hack worth trying.... 
If you haven’t had a cosmetic surgery consultation before, the prospect can feel daunting—you might imagine an uncomfortable patient being told everything that’s wrong with their appearance by an aloof surgeon. Luckily, that’s not how things are at most cosmetic surgery practices—patients are often relieved to find that their consult is relaxed, not at all uncomfortable, and even fun. As cosmetic surgeons, our job is not to dictate what perfection looks like—or to force that ideal upon you. Rather, our job is to help you feel great about the way you look. To help you prepare for your appointment, we’re... 
From an abundance of weight loss supplements and ancient fat-burning herbs to fad diets and celebrity-approved exercise classes, it’s no secret that the world is very interested in losing weight—and keeping it off. While there is no replacement for good ol’ fashioned exercise and a healthy, balanced diet, scientists may have found a way to facilitate shedding those few extra pounds. Chubby mice slim down with a little help from a skin patch Researchers recently developed a small patch to test whether a special “browning agent” could convert white fat into brown fat and speed fat loss in mice. The... 
It may seem obvious that you shouldn’t rely on a famous face with no medical training to tell you how to take care of yourself, but celebrities have a way of easily convincing us of their expertise. Unfortunately, while sharing favorite skincare products or tips for nailing your workout may be harmless, many celebrities are slinging medical advice that is downright questionable. Why do we trust celebrities? Actors, musicians, and even beloved Instagram celebrities have a very public platform with which to spread their ideas and opinions. And while it stands to reason that fans who admire them would give... 
It's safe to say that most everyone has at least heard of BOTOX®—and, whether they choose BOTOX or Dysport®, a huge number of folks swear by botulinum toxin’s ability to help smooth out brow wrinkles and help them them feel more confident in their day to day lives. In fact, over 7 million botulinum toxin treatments were performed on American men and women last year alone! Despite its popularity, this wrinkle-fighting injectable is still a mystery to many. To help you out, we've answered some of the most frequently asked questions about BOTOX we receive. 1. Will BOTOX make my... 
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