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  • Breast Reduction Surgery: Benefits Beyond Aesthetics

    Breast Reduction Surgery: Benefits Beyond Aesthetics

    Published: September 1, 2025

    By: Brian Cripe, M.D.

    Breast reduction surgery is consistently among the highest-rated procedures for patient satisfaction, with dramatic improvements in physical, psychosocial, and sexual well-being documented in validated patient surveys.

  • When to See a Hand Surgeon After a Finger or Wrist Injury

    Published: August 16, 2025

    By: Adam Boettcher, M.D.

    Minor finger and wrist injuries happen all the time. From sports mishaps and kitchen accidents to simple falls, the hands are incredibly vulnerable and complex. While some issues resolve independently with rest and ice, others may signal something more serious.

The ‘Lip Flip’ Procedure: A Subtle Alternative to Lip Fillers

Published: May 15, 2025

By: Brian Cripe, M.D.

A lip flip is a cosmetic procedure that uses Botox or similar neuromodulators to relax the muscles around the upper lip. This relaxation causes the lip to “flip” slightly outward, creating the illusion of a fuller, more prominent upper lip without adding volume.

Microneedling vs. Microchanneling: Which Treatment Is Best for Your Skin?

Published: May 8, 2025

By: Brian Cripe, M.D.

If you’re exploring advanced skincare treatments to rejuvenate your complexion, reduce acne scarring, or boost collagen, you’ve likely come across two similar-sounding options: microneedling and microchanneling. While they share some overlap, these procedures differ significantly in technique, recovery, and results.

Hand arthritis is a widespread and often debilitating condition affecting millions worldwide. It leads to chronic pain, stiffness, and a significant reduction in hand function, making everyday tasks like gripping objects, writing, and buttoning a shirt challenging.

Hand Arthritis: Surgical Interventions for Pain Relief

Published: May 5, 2025

By: Brian Cripe, M.D.

Hand arthritis is a widespread and often debilitating condition affecting millions worldwide. It leads to chronic pain, stiffness, and a significant reduction in hand function, making everyday tasks like gripping objects, writing, and buttoning a shirt challenging.

Banning BBLs? The Controversy Over the World’s Most Debated Cosmetic Surgery

Published: April 14, 2025

By: Stephen Lex, M.D.

Debating the risks of Brazilian Butt Lifts (BBLs): Should stricter regulations be enforced, or is banning BBLs the solution? Explore safety concerns, industry guidelines, and the future of this high-risk procedure.

  • Published: June 3, 2025

    By: Brian Cripe, M.D.

    What to Expect from Gender-Affirming Top Surgery

  • Published: May 15, 2025

    By: Brian Cripe, M.D.

    The ‘Lip Flip’ Procedure: A Subtle Alternative to Lip Fillers

  • Published: May 8, 2025

    By: Brian Cripe, M.D.

    Microneedling vs. Microchanneling: Which Treatment Is Best for Your Skin?

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