Lasers create specific wavelengths of light to resolve specific medical issues. So if your doctor uses one, it’s because the wavelength it creates should fix your problem. “A laser can destroy spider and varicose veins because the wavelength
When you choose a sunblock, make sure that it copes with both UVA and UVB rays. “There are two classes of ultraviolet rays. UVB causes sunburn and blisters,” Dr. Jeffrey Popp said. “But UVA is
Most of us like sunshine warm upon our faces. What we don’t like are wrinkles, blotches and skin cancer that can come from overexposure. That makes sunblock an integral part of daily skin care, Dr.
It’s good to treat your face kindly every day, but when you apply products isn’t as important as simply using them daily. “Every year, more products come on the market with claims to reverse the
Dr. Jeffrey Popp spends a half day each month as part of the VA’s Nebraska-Western Iowa Health Care System. “The VA hospitals are great training grounds for residents and interns who go into all branches
Yes, if over-used, acetaminophen can kill you. Although Dr. Jeffrey Popp hasn’t researched all the risks, the medical community widely believes acetaminophen, often marketed as Tylenol, is the world’s leading cause of liver failure. Closeness
Newer isn’t always better. So when does the new overtake the old? Dr. Jeffrey Popp said there are four criteria to meet for new technology to replace the old. The new technology, procedure and/or equipment
Newer isn’t always better. So when does the new overtake the old? Dr. Jeffrey Popp said there are four criteria to meet for new technology to replace the old. The new technology, procedure and/or equipment
“When people talk about birthmarks, they usually mean (clustered) blood vessels,” Dr. Jeffrey Popp said. The scientific name for “strawberry patches,” “stork marks” and others is capillary hemangioma. There are many ways to treat birthmarks,
Maybe you never heard of “vampire facials,” but according to Dr. Jeffrey Popp, they’ve been around for a long time. Here’s how it’s done: Blood is drawn from the patient The blood is spun in
For most patients, “hard” feeling breast implants after surgery is a temporary phase caused by swelling, tight healing tissues, and early capsule formation. Persistent firmness, pain, or shape changes can signal capsular contracture or another issue
When your ears were first pierced, you were warned repeatedly not to take your earrings out or the opening would seal shut forever. With that so deeply ingrained into your knowledge of piercings, you have
Diet, exercise, and a healthy lifestyle aren’t always enough to remove stored fat around your body. If you need a little help showing off your hard work, arm liposuction is an effective way to remove
Complications with breast augmentation are increasingly rare, but can still occur even under otherwise perfect circumstances. Some side effects are mild and easy to remedy; and serious complications may be rare, but require quick action to
According to a survey from Real Self, among more than 2,000 respondents aged 18 and older, it was found that almost one in four people (24%) had undergone at least one cosmetic treatment or procedure. For some, cosmetic
With 30 years and more than 10,000 eyelid surgeries under his belt, Dr. Jeffrey Popp has more experience performing the nation’s top procedure than anyone else in the arena – And he’s on track for
According to GoodRx, roughly 100,000 people undergo tummy tuck surgery each year. This surgery can remove excess belly fat, tighten loose skin, and improve core strength. It often helps restore confidence and comfort after weight loss or
In 2023, over 1.5 million cosmetic procedures were performed in the U.S. alone, according to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons. That’s more than 4,100 choices every day people have made to take charge of the
Considering a loan for cosmetic surgery? Carefully chosen financing may help you achieve the look you’ve always wanted, sooner. The National Library of Medicine estimates there were around 5.1 million aesthetic procedures conducted in 2023. For many,
According to the latest data from the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, surgeons performed 78,482 facelift procedures (rhytidectomy) in 2023, an 8% increase over the previous year’s figures. All those figures underscore the popularity of rhytidectomy in
