Buttock augmentation is a procedure that is growing in popularity in the United States.  The surgery involves the placement of implants or fat grafts under the skin to firm and enhance the shape of the buttock using a variety of techniques.  A board-certified plastic surgeon can help patients determine which option best suits their unique…

Demand for public surgery continues to increase as a growing number of people seek to improve their self-confidence levels and their body image with a more sculpted physique and youthful appearance. Unfortunately, as more people seek plastic surgery, some are turning to bargain procedures from unqualified providers who lack proper training in plastic surgery. When…

What trends will shape facial plastic surgery in 2015? According to the American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (AAFPRS), the number of cosmetic procedures will continue to increase in 2015 thanks to a strengthening economy, growing consumer awareness and an increasing acceptance of the safety of today’s cosmetic treatments. When it comes to…

Is there a direct correlation between selfies and plastic surgery? Thirty three percent (33%) of plastic surgeons have seen an uptick in cosmetic surgery requests as a result of patients being more self-conscious of their looks due to social media, according to a report published by the American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery…

Even a down economy did not stop the rising demand for plastic surgery. Despite tough economic times, the number of cosmetic procedures performed in the United States doubled between 2000 and 2012, according to the new study, “A 12-Year Analysis of the Relationship Between Market Trends and Cosmetic Case Volume.” Presented at the American Society…

The votes are in for the best in Seattle! Dr. Shahram Salemy wins the “Best Cosmetic Surgeon” in the Seattle Magazine Reader’s Choice Poll for 2014. The poll is decided by residents themselves honoring their favorite Seattle businesses. Thanks to all of Dr. Salemy’s patients for their votes and support of his practice!

With regards to the safety of plastic surgery, age really may be just a number. According to a recent study, seniors over 65 years of age who undergo cosmetic surgeries performed by board certified plastic surgeons are at no greater risk of suffering postoperative complications than younger patients. In the study, which was presented at…

Dr. Shahram Salemy is honored to be voted again as a Top Finalist in the Best of Western Washington “Best Plastic Surgeon” category for a third straight year. This contest recognizes favorite Washington businesses chosen by local patients. In the words of one patient: “Dr. Salemy was the best. From the first visit for consultation…

When it comes to advertisements of cosmetic procedures that claim to use stem cells, potential patients should be very wary. Stem cells may hold incredible potential for cosmetic use, but at the moment, “the marketplace is saturated with unsubstantiated and sometimes fraudulent claims that may place patients at risk,” according to the authors of a…

When it comes to the perfect breast, the ideal is a matter of proportions. According to a recent study described in the American Society of Plastic Surgeon’s official medical journal, Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, the preference for a breast with an “upper pole to lower pole ratio of 45-to-55” is nearly universal. Researchers performed surveys…