Multiple studies have shown that keeping your blood sugar well controlled improves wound healing and decreases wound healing complications. Consistently high blood glucose affects the microcirculation of blood flow and decreases the amount of oxygen delivered to the wound. This is especially important for patients who have diabetes since stable...
View MoreEvery operation creates wounds. When the post-operative healing process begins, your body will depend upon the necessary nutrients and building blocks to repair those surgical wounds. The human body’s natural ability to heal itself involves a marvelous and intricate process that ultimately results in new tissue formation and extracellular...
View MoreIf you’re familiar with the world of aesthetic surgery, chances are you’ve heard about the miracles of fat grafting. Fat grafting is a common staple in the operating room for face, breast, and body procedures. Dr. Michelle Lee––the founder of our world-famous, Beverly Hills-based luxury cosmetic practice, PERK plastic...
View MoreWhat Dads really want this Father’s Day… as told by a Dad himself! Everyone wants youthful, healthy skin––including all of the Dads out there––according to this full-time father and content creator, Bryan Elliott, in his Inc. Magazine article, “10 Things in 2022 Dad Might Actually Want This Year on Father's Day: A list of really...
View MoreWhile breast augmentation typically brings an increased sense of self-confidence and an enhanced set of wardrobe options, there are cases where the procedure’s results do not meet the patient’s expectations. All bodies are different, and some may not experience an ideal response to the placement of foreign materials in the breast capsules....
View MoreThe eyes are among our primary means of conveying emotion, and we use them to communicate every single day! As time passes, the delicate skins of the eyelids can begin to convey signs of aging. Sagging upper lids may interfere with vision, while puffy lower lids can negatively impact facial expression. Blepharoplasty, or eyelid surgery, can be...
View MoreAs we’ve all surely seen for ourselves, 2020 was the year of reckoning when it came to the dreaded front facing camera. And it’s looking more and more like staring at ourselves from unflattering angles on computer and cellphone screens won’t be going out of style anytime soon! It’s almost 2022 and most of us still heavily rely on digital...
View MoreWhen you get a breast augmentation, of course achieving beautiful, natural results is the ideal outcome. Dr. Lee makes this result her utmost priority when she works with you to help you reach your aesthetic goals. With her long experience and expertise, Dr. Lee has developed her own approach to helping you achieve the beautiful, round, and...
View MoreGetting a tummy tuck is about finally achieving the tight, firm abdominal area you’ve worked so hard for. And the last thing you want is a telltale sign that lets people know you’ve had work done. So, how do you get a tummy tuck that looks completely natural? It’s all about the belly button In some cases, a tummy tuck “shows” in...
View MoreIt’s no secret that model Chrissy Teigen is a beauty icon. Though sometimes even the most gorgeous celebrities seek subtle micro tweaks to perfect their look. Chrissy took to her Instagram story this week to share about her buccal fat removal experience with her Beverly Hills doctor. “I did that Dr. Diamond buccal fat removal, ” she...
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