Genetics, the natural aging process and changes in body composition can leave you feeling dissatisfied with the size and appearance of your breasts. These changes might also be associated with changes in breast tissue or skin elasticity after pregnancy and breastfeeding. Women living in the Palm Desert, California area who feel this way can turn to the cosmetic surgery services... read more »

A mole is essentially a minor dermal abnormality. They develop on your skin based on your genetics, and they can change in size and shape depending on certain environmental factors. This could include unprotected sun exposure, dermal health, and other factors. It’s also not unheard of for new moles to develop as you age. Sometimes a mole that develops on... read more »

Certain athletic activities and contact sports can cause minor ear injuries. Excess contact with the outer structures of the ear can cause scarring, cartilage damage and physical complications from hematomas. If you or a member of your family is dealing with an outer ear injury or a physical deformation of an ear, you should contact our plastic surgeon, Dr. Natalie Driessen... read more »

The profile and features of your face play an important role in many of your facial expressions and forms of non-verbal communication. Sometimes facial features can be diminished by the natural processes of aging and changes in body composition. At the same time, certain individuals simply haven’t been genetically gifted with a strong chin or facial profile. If you feel... read more »

The structures and characteristics of the human face can start to change and fade with aging. This can sometimes be associated with changes in body composition, medical conditions, genetics, or the reduced collagen production associated with skin aging. If you are not happy with the sallow or faded appearance of one or more of your facial features, you should consider... read more »

The human body is rife with millions of hair follicles. While this is typically seen as a leftover element from the evolutionary process, genetics can sometimes play a role in hair follicle density and location. Using a simple tweezers to extract hair from the follicle can be uncomfortable. At the same time, waxing and shaving can also cause chronic skin... read more »

Toenails and fingernails often play a role in the basic structure and function of your hands and feet. While the natural processes of aging can have an effect on your nails, significant changes could also herald an undiagnosed medical issue.   You might be concerned if you’ve noticed thickening, thinning, changes in color, or striations in your nails. This could... read more »

Unwanted hair can develop on a variety of body parts including your legs, bikini area, underarms, stomach, arms, back, shoulders, and neck. Some people are also dissatisfied with the presence and density of facial hair on the upper lip, chin, or sideburns. Measures like waxing and shaving can provide a relatively short-term solution to the problem of unwanted body hair.... read more »

The human ear is largely designed to provide clear an effective hears. However, genetics and some possible environmental factors can sometimes affect the shape and appearance of your ears. Some of these issues can leave you feeling uncomfortable about the appearance of your ears or their proportional relationship to the rest of your face. If you are unhappy with the... read more »

Sometimes minor scrapes, cuts, burns, and lacerations can still affect the skin’s appearance, long after the initial wound has healed. This can be especially disconcerting if a scar appears on a highly visible part of your body like the hands, face, or shoulders. If a noticeable scar is having a significant negative impact on your self-image, you should consider setting... read more »