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Beyond Beauty: The Functional Benefits of Breast Reduction

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One of the most common misconceptions about the breast augmentation procedure is that it is performed for purely cosmetic reasons. While many patients find that they enjoy a renewed sense of confidence and appreciation for their appearance after this procedure, breast augmentation can also offer functional benefits — particularly for patients who opt to have…

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Breathing New Life: How Rhinoplasty Can Improve Both Form and Function

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Rhinoplasty, commonly referred to as a nose job, offers more than cosmetic improvements—it can also correct functional issues that impair breathing. Whether addressing structural abnormalities or enhancing the shape and proportion of the nose, rhinoplasty can be life-changing for patients both aesthetically and functionally. At Schaffer Plastic Surgery, Dr. Christopher Schaffer offers a personalized approach…

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Reconstructive Breast Surgery: Restoring Wholeness After Cancer

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A breast cancer diagnosis is devastating, particularly when patients have to make difficult decisions about their treatment. Those who have to undergo a mastectomy or lumpectomy often find themselves dealing with the emotional and physical repercussions of the surgery, leaving them wondering where to turn next. Fortunately, for many breast cancer patients, reconstructive surgery can…

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Arm and Thigh Lifts: Sculpting Your Success After Major Weight Loss

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Reaching your goal weight is a major milestone — and the journey you took to get there is a huge personal accomplishment. After dedicating your time and energy to losing weight and improving your health, you may find that now is the right time to focus on enhancing your image and improving your confidence. Plastic…

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The Benefits of a Full Body Lift

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While most plastic surgery procedures target specific areas of the body, the body lift procedure provides a more comprehensive result. Understanding this procedure and its benefits can help you make the best investment in yourself. Understanding a Full Body Lift The lower body lift is a combination plastic surgery procedure designed to minimize sagging skin…

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Your Dream Wedding Look: A Cosmetic Procedures Timeline

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From the gown that you will wear to the cake that you will slice, you have likely been dreaming about the details of your wedding for years. Now, the moment is finally here—you are planning your wedding, and you want to look your best for the love of your life. Whether you are interested in…

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How Innovation Improves Safety and Results in Cosmetic Surgery

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Those interested in plastic surgery procedures seek precise and personalized ways to improve confidence by restoring their appearance. To provide those exceptional, natural-looking results, a plastic surgeon must be committed to adopting the most innovative techniques and best practices in patient care. Dr. Christopher Schaffer of Schaffer Plastic Surgery has long been known as a…

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Opening Your Eyes to Beauty: Transformations with Eyelid Surgery

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The eyes have long been described as the gateway to the soul. If you are hoping that people will look at you and see an energetic, youthful and passionate individual, then now may be the best time to consider eyelid surgery at Schaffer Plastic Surgery. Blepharoplasty: Enhancing Youth and Beauty Through Eyelid Surgery Blepharoplasty is…

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Reconstructive Solutions After Trauma: Restoring Function and Confidence

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Reconstructive surgery is a specialized form of plastic surgery that is performed to improve both the appearance and function of the body after a traumatic injury. Regardless of the location or extent of the injury, patients find that reconstructive surgery plays a critical role in healing—both physically and emotionally—after a traumatic experience. When performed by…

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Post-Mommy Makeover: Recovery, Results and Maintaining Your Shape

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The Mommy Makeover is one of the most sought-after plastic surgery procedures, largely because it addresses several key areas that women are looking to improve or enhance after having children. The Mommy Makeover is a combination procedure that typically includes breast augmentation, tummy tuck and liposuction, though the exact surgical plan can be personalized to…

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