Dr. Deuber’s Blog
24 Hour Recovery Breast Augmentation: Everything You Need To Know
Did you know that there are an estimated 3 million women who have breast implants in the United States alone? Many women consider getting breast surgery for a variety of reasons. This is a big life-changing decision for women who want to feel more confident in...
Rhinoplasty Surgery – What Makes a Pretty Nose?
59% of Americans surveyed said there was some part of their body they didn't like. Whether they feel dissatisfaction with their skin, teeth, breast size, or nose, in today's world, they can change it. When you look in the mirror, do you wish you could change...
What Is a Deep Plane Facelift?
Facelift procedures are growing in popularity for people of all ages, not just those who are older. In fact, in 2019 alone there were over 6,000 patients who had a procedure done under the age of 54. There are different types of procedures to consider when thinking...
Breast Implants – Over or Under the Muscle?
Want bigger boobs? Thinking about breast augmentation? What do you need to know to make an informed decision and get the result you want to see? There are 5 important surgical decisions you will need to make with your surgeon. The five basic surgical decisions in...
Pucker UP!
If Kylie, Khole and Kim can do it, why can’t you? Perfect pouts are not just for celebrities and have not been for a very long time. Last year, lip injections were up thirty nine percent and patients spent more than a billion dollars on these magic potions that plump...
Tired of Looking TIRED? How To Fix Drooping Eyelids
Does this scenario ring a bell? Great outfit, amazing shoes, fantastic hair and you’re feeling energized and more than ready to conquer the day until you look in the mirror or take a selfie or start the first Zoom call and then it hits you …. those bags and dark...
YUM!! – The Deuber Table
Most plastic surgeons will lay claim to some type of artistry in their surgical practice, but can they create outside of the OR? Dallas plastic surgeon, Dr. Mark Deuber, certainly can! He has been recognized by the Dallas Morning News and D Magazine for his culinary...
How Weight Gain Affects Breast Augmentation
Breast augmentation surgery can enhance your curves and do wonders for self-esteem. Many patients wonder what they can do to make sure the results of their surgery last. In addition, one of the keys to long-term plastic surgery results is maintaining a consistent...
Dangers of Having a Cold before Cosmetic Surgery
You are finally ready for what seems to be one of the most important days of your life: your cosmetic surgical procedure. You’ve had your consult, filled all necessary prescriptions, gotten medical clearance from your primary care physician, taken care of everything...
Subcutaneous versus Visceral Fat: Which Can Liposuction Remove?
You have a wellness routine that involves five days a week of at least 30 minutes of exercise designed to burn fat, combined with a balanced, low-fat diet. You may have already made excellent progress toward your weight loss goals. Nevertheless, there may still be...
Are BOTOX® or Dermal Filler Injections Safe During Pregnancy?
Both BOTOX® Cosmetic and dermal fillers offer a less invasive alternative to facial plastic surgery as a means to reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles around the eyes and lips, as well as deeper lines, such as those on the forehead or between the brows....
Tightness and Itching after Tummy Tuck Procedure
Tummy tuck procedures (otherwise known as abdominoplasties) are among the top 10 most popular cosmetic surgical procedures performed in the United States. According to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons’ (ASPS) annual survey of its members, more than 111,000...
Loss of Nipple Sensation after Breast Lift Procedure
A breast lift procedure (mastopexy) will lift up sagging breasts, providing them with more support and making them look more young and full. According to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS), the number of breast lift procedures grew by 70 percent between...
Causes and Treatment for Double Bubble after Breast Augmentation
Most patients who opt for breast augmentation are very happy with their results. However, there are some circumstances in which patients are not happy with their new breasts. In some cases, they may decide that they want larger or smaller implants, or may want them...
Skin Irregularities after Liposuction
After liposuction, some men and women experience irregularities in the skin, especially if liposuction is performed on older patients with poor skin elasticity. These irregularities usually come in the form of dimples or pockets in the skin where the fat removal was...
Inverted Nipples Causes and Treatment
Inverted nipples occur when the tissue of the nipple is retracted into the tissue of the breast, instead of pointing outward. Often, this occurs spontaneously and can be reversed simply by manually stimulating the nipples, though in rare occasions, the nipple will...
Loss of Sensation After Surgery
Some patients experience a loss of sensation at the incision site after plastic surgery. For most patients, loss of sensation lasts for a few days or weeks during the healing process. In rare cases, loss of sensation is permanent. Minor procedures that require only...
Signs of Silicone and Saline Breast Implant Rupture
Saline and silicone gel breast implants are designed to last for many years. However, they will not last forever. The silicone shell that holds the saline and silicone gel solution will eventually wear out, resulting in small leaks, complete deflation, or otherwise...
Breast Implant Profiles
When considering breast augmentation surgery, it is important to think not only about the size and placement of the implants, but the degree to which they should project from the body. While it is absolutely necessary to discuss these factors in detail with a trained...
Tips to Reduce Scar Tissue Buildup after Plastic Surgery
Any time there is any type of damage to the skin, even a controlled incision, there is a potential risk of scarring. While most patients expect scarring on the skin, many are surprised to learn that scar tissue can build up under the skin as well. When scar tissue...
How to Reduce the Risk of Hematoma after Plastic Surgery
Many patients want to change the way something about the way that the body looks, whether it bothers them for medical or cosmetic reasons. Plastic surgery is one way that patients can accomplish this goal. Although plastic surgery requires some planning and recovery...
When to Start Using Makeup after Facial Surgery
Facial plastic surgery or cosmetic procedures usually leave scars, bruises, redness, or other discoloration on the skin. After a facial procedure, you may be tempted to put on makeup right away to cover the scars, but it is best to wait. Putting on makeup too soon...
When and How to Shower after Plastic Surgery
After plastic surgery or a cosmetic procedure such as breast augmentation of tummy tuck, showering can help keep your wound or incision area clean, as well as help you relax and rest while recovering. However, you should not shower immediately after surgery. It takes...
Sun Exposure after Plastic Surgery
Exposure to heat and the sun after plastic surgery can worsen certain side effects after plastic surgery. For this reason, Dallas plastic surgeon Mark Deuber recommends that patients avoid excessive exposure to the sun or any other type of heat source after plastic...
How to Reduce Itching After Plastic Surgery
If you have chosen to undergo plastic surgery, one side effect you probably weren’t expecting during your recovery is the itchy feeling that occurs around the incision site and bandages. Although this feeling may come and go, it can be a source of aggravation in the...