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Weddings and Plastic Surgery: What You Need to Know
Summer is a huge season for weddings, and it should come as no surprise that the bride wants to look her very best for her big day. Typically, looking her best includes finding the perfect dress and getting her hair and makeup done to really show off her best features. However, it has become a trend more recently for brides…
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5 Benefits of Plastic Surgery
Over the years, plastic surgery has received a reputation of being the go-to type of surgery when people want to fix the way they look, even if there’s nothing wrong with them. While plastic and cosmetic surgery do offer those types of treatments, a large part of what they do is help people who are uncomfortable or feel self-conscious about…
Read More5 Tips for Breast Cancer Prevention
During the month of October, people all over the country work to spread awareness about breast cancer, prevention tips, and raise money for those who are struggling with the disease. According to BreastCancer.org, about 12% of women in the United States will develop invasive breast cancer within the course of their life. At The Vu Center, we care about helping…
Read MoreWhy Fall Is the Best Season for Surgery
Now that fall has officially arrived, the weather is cooler, and the days seem shorter, it may be time to start thinking about scheduling the plastic or cosmetic surgery that you’ve been putting off all summer. In today’s post, we will provide you with a few reasons why fall is the ideal time to receive cosmetic surgery to help you…
Read MoreAnti-Aging Techniques You Should Consider
There are many things to look forward to as you get older, but for many people, wrinkles aren’t one of them. Fine lines can start to appear on your skin as early as your late 30s, which is why now is the perfect time to start doing everything that you can to prevent them. In today’s post, we will provide…
Read MoreIs a Breast Reduction Right for Me?
Many people in today’s society envy those women who are “blessed” with larger breasts. In fact, according to statistics recorded by the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, more than 313.7 thousand women received breast implants in 2018, which is a 4% increase from the previous year, and a 48% increase since the year 2000. Enhanced breasts have become a staple…
Read MoreEverything You Need to Know About Hand Surgery: Part Two
Most people take their hands for granted and don’t quite realize how often they use them to complete an extensive number of tasks. However, when you have injured your hand or have a condition that limits proper function, then it can make your life much more difficult. At The Vu Center, we proudly offer hand surgery for a variety of…
Read MoreEverything You Need to Know About Hand Surgery: Part One
You use your hands more than you may realize. Simple tasks like putting on your clothes, making food, or even clicking through a website would be a lot more difficult if you didn’t have your hands to help you. Hand surgery is a way for those with limited movement or discomfort in their hands to improve their life and possibly…
Read MoreWhy People Choose Cosmetic Surgery
The number of people who receive cosmetic surgery has been steadily increasing every year, and you may even know someone who has elected to have a procedure. While many people are choosing to undergo this type of surgery, there are still many people who are unsure of the reason why others would choose to change the smallest things about their…
Read MoreCosmetic Surgery FAQs
Cosmetic surgery has always been a popular industry, with more and more people electing to have surgery every year. In fact, according to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, more than 20 thousand people chose to receive cosmetic surgery in 2018 than did in 2017. That being said, there are still many people who are unsure about cosmetic surgery as…
Read MoreRecovery Tips for Cosmetic Surgery
When people elect to have cosmetic surgery, they are often so excited to see the end results that they forget about the recovery period. Before you can really enjoy the results of your cosmetic surgery, you first have to give your body time to heal, because surgery of any kind takes a major toll on your body’s energy and strength.…
Read MoreTips for Maintaining a Healthy Lifestyle: Part Two
Many people are under the impression that cosmetic surgery is the best way to finally get the body you’ve always wanted in addition to overall health and wellness. However, that is not necessarily the case. A healthy lifestyle helps you achieve the best results for your surgery, but it’s important to do the best thing for your body to make…
Read MoreTips for Maintaining a Healthy Lifestyle: Part One
There are certain body types that everyone wishes they had. Most people desire flat stomachs and toned muscles, but not everyone can achieve those results on their own. At The Vu Center in Portland, we offer an extensive list of cosmetic surgery options to help you achieve the body you’ve always wanted. Whether you’re looking to achieve a more sculpted…
Read MoreTake Your Summer Bod to the Next Level
Now that spring is officially upon us, it means that summer will be right around the corner, and now is the time to start working on your summer body! Breaking through the fog of the winter and getting in shape can be a difficult task, but in today’s post, we will give you a few tips that will help you…
Read MoreBeware of Plastic Surgery Tourism
At one point or another, you may have heard a story or seen a dramatic reenactment on TV about someone who went overseas to receive a surgical procedure and everything went terribly wrong. In the moment, you may have thought nothing of it, or made a mental note to never receive surgery overseas. However, there are many people every day…
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