Dax Guenther, MD: Coastal Plastic Surgery Blog

Woman taking care of her skin at home during quarantine in Boston, MA

Make Sheltering in Place a Boon for Your Skin

Even with Gov. Baker's new "safer at home" order gradually relaxing strict social distancing requirements, most people are still spending much of their time with their families or on their own. Despite the inconvenience, this can be an excellent time to develop a nourishing skincare regimen that helps improve the skin's health and appearance. Most …

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Yes, ‘Instagram Face’ Is a Thing

Since its launch in 2010, Instagram has influenced aesthetic trends as people posted photo after photo on the social media platform. Instagram influencers shaped opinions about beauty and, ultimately, "Instagram face" became a cosmetic goal for women worldwide. We can create this look for you by combining fillers and BOTOX® Cosmetic at our Boston practice. In …

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What Is a Nonsurgical Sculptra® Butt Lift? (Before and After Photos)

It's not exactly clear when rounder bottoms became desirable, but the buttock augmentation trend remains strong. Celebrities such as Kim Kardashian, Jennifer Lopez, and Cardi B popularized enhanced derrières, which led to an increase in the number of people getting Brazilian butt lifts. More recently, however, patients are considering nonsurgical butt lift techniques using Sculptra …

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Your Top 5 Facelift Questions Answered

Facelift surgery is often a misunderstood procedure for a few reasons. First, a traditional facelift is designed to rejuvenate the appearance of the lower face only. Additionally, you may hear about multiple types of facelifts, such as mini facelifts, deep-plane facelifts, and even liquid facelifts. Patients considering facelift surgery at my Boston-area practice typically have …

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Teenage girl contemplating rhinoplasty surgery in Boston, MA

Should Teens Get Rhinoplasty? (Updated 2024)

Many teenagers consider getting rhinoplasty if they're self-conscious about their noses, especially if schoolmates tease them. However, the decision to undergo rhinoplasty as a teen is rarely straightforward. Before I agree to perform a nose job for a teen patient, I thoroughly discuss the pros and cons of getting rhinoplasty at a younger age. Physical …

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Tips for Bra Shopping After Breast Augmentation

One of the exciting perks of getting breast augmentation surgery in Boston is going out to shop for bras that might not have been available to patients with smaller breasts. But it's important that patients understand the need to postpone splurging on new bras until any swelling is completely resolved. For starters, you'll want to …

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4 Signs You’re Ready for a Rhinoplasty

When I meet with potential rhinoplasty (or “nose job”) patients at my Boston plastic surgery practice, most of them are already fairly certain surgery is the right choice for them. For others, however, the choice isn’t as clear. Many men and women who don’t love their noses struggle to decide if plastic surgery would be …

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Your Facial Plastic Surgery Options

When considering facial plastic surgery in the Boston area, knowing which procedures and approaches are available can be a huge source of empowerment. I often meet with patients who are excited about reharmonizing their facial features or bringing some youth back into their appearance, but aren’t always sure which treatment plan can help them look …

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