The Journal
Articles on plastic surgery, body contouring and aesthetic medicine by Dr. Robert Schwartz, a board-certified plastic surgeon in Dallas.
Breast Lift Recovery: What to Expect During Your Healing Journey
Expert guidance on breast lift recovery from Dr. Schwartz. Learn the timeline, pain levels, dos and don'ts for optimal healing after mastopexy surgery.
Breast Surgery
Breast Lift Recovery: What to Expect During Your Healing Journey
Expert guidance on breast lift recovery from Dr. Schwartz. Learn the timeline, pain levels, dos and don'ts for optimal healing after mastopexy surgery.
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Breast Surgery
Internal Bra Breast Lift: Do You Really Need Surgical Mesh?
Is surgical mesh the future of breast lifts? Dr. Schwartz examines the internal bra technique, costs, and why most patients don't need it.
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Breast Surgery
Best Breast Augmentation Incision: Which Approach Delivers Superior Results?
Dr. Schwartz explains the 4 breast augmentation incision options. Compare inframammary, periareolar, transaxillary & TUBA approaches for optimal results.
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Breast Surgery
How to Choose the Right Breast Implant Size
Board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Schwartz explains how to choose the perfect breast implant size based on anatomy and goals. Avoid revision surgery.
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Breast Surgery
Breast Implant Symmastia: When Implants Create a "Uniboob"
Symmastia causes breasts to connect in the middle after breast augmentation. Dr. Schwartz explains causes, surgical repair options, and prevention.
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Breast Surgery
Breast Implants Over or Under the Muscle: Which Placement Is Better?
Dr. Schwartz explains why under-the-muscle breast implants are almost always the better choice for natural results.
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Body Contouring
Tummy Tuck Scars: What You Need to Know Before Surgery
Learn about tummy tuck scars from a Dallas plastic surgeon. Where they're located, how they heal, and what problems to watch for after abdominoplasty.
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Breast Surgery
Double Bubble After Breast Augmentation: What Causes It and How to Fix It
Double bubble deformity creates two creases under your breast after implants. Dr. Schwartz explains the two types and proven surgical corrections.
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Breast Surgery
Breast Implant Revision for Bigger Implants
Want larger breast implants? Dr. Schwartz explains breast implant revision surgery, timing, sizing decisions, and recovery in Dallas.
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Breast Surgery
Textured Breast Implants: Understanding the Real Benefits and Risks
Expert analysis of textured breast implants, BIA-ALCL cancer risk, and when texture matters. Dr. Schwartz explains the real risks vs benefits.
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Breast Surgery
Breast Augmentation Recovery: 10 Tips That Actually Matter
Dr. Schwartz shares his proven breast augmentation recovery tips for faster healing, less pain, and better results. Essential guide for Dallas patients.
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Breast Surgery
Breast Augmentation Risks and Complications: The Complete Guide
Dr. Schwartz breaks down real breast augmentation complications and risks, from capsular contracture to implant malposition. Get honest data, not scare tactics.
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Body Contouring
Diastasis Recti: How Tummy Tuck Surgery Repairs Separated Abdominal Muscles
Learn how abdominoplasty repairs diastasis recti by surgically reconnecting separated abdominal muscles. Dr. Schwartz explains when surgery works better than exercise.
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Breast Surgery
Breast Lift Scars: What They Look Like and How They Heal
Learn about breast lift scars from Dallas plastic surgeon Dr. Schwartz. See scar patterns for different mastopexy techniques and healing timelines.
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Breast Surgery
What Happens If Breast Implants Aren't Replaced?
Learn the real risks of not replacing breast implants from Dr. Schwartz. Get the facts about ruptured implants, health concerns, and when replacement is necessary.
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Breast Surgery
Fat Transfer Breast Augmentation: Natural Enhancement Using Your Own Fat
Fat transfer breast augmentation uses your own fat to naturally enhance breast size while contouring your body. Learn about this implant alternative in Dallas.
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Non-Surgical
Juvederm Hyaluronic Acid Fillers: What You Need to Know
Dallas plastic surgeon Dr. Schwartz explains Juvederm hyaluronic acid fillers: immediate results, minimal downtime, and natural-looking enhancement.
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Breast Surgery
How Painful is Breast Augmentation Really?
Breast augmentation pain myths debunked. Dr. Schwartz explains why modern surgical techniques make recovery much more comfortable than horror stories suggest.
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Breast Surgery
Which Breast Implant Brand Delivers the Most Natural Results?
Dr. Schwartz explains which breast implant brands deliver the most natural results. After more than 25 years, here's what actually matters for Dallas patients.
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Breast Surgery
Virtual Plastic Surgery Consultations in Dallas
Get a complete plastic surgery consultation with Dr. Schwartz from home. Same expertise, no travel. Virtual consultations available for all procedures.
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Breast Surgery
4 Breast Augmentation Questions You're Too Embarrassed to Ask
Dr. Schwartz answers the breast augmentation questions you're too embarrassed to ask: nipple piercings, sex after surgery, sensation loss, and more.
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Breast Surgery
Breast Implant Warranties: What Every Patient Should Know
Understanding breast implant warranties from Allergan, Mentor, Sientra. What's covered, costs, replacement terms explained by Dallas plastic surgeon Dr. Schwartz.
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Breast Surgery
Why Trying Breast Implants in Your Bra is a Setup for Disappointment
Dr. Schwartz explains why trying breast implants in your bra leads to disappointing results. Learn the science behind why this sizing method fails.
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Body Contouring
How Pain Pumps Eliminate Tummy Tuck Recovery Discomfort
Dr. Schwartz uses advanced pain pump technology to virtually eliminate tummy tuck recovery pain. Learn how local anesthetic pumps transform the experience.
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Breast Surgery
Why Your Breast Augmentation Results Fell Short
Two critical mistakes other surgeons make with breast augmentation that lead to disappointing results. Learn what to expect from expert breast surgery.
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Breast Surgery
Round vs Shaped Breast Implants: Why Shape Matters Less Than You Think
Round or shaped breast implants? Dr. Schwartz explains why implant size matters more than shape, plus when shaped implants make sense for your body type.
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Non-Surgical
Bellafill: How a Collagen-Stimulating Filler Differs
Bellafill is PMMA microspheres in a collagen gel. Dr. Schwartz explains how it differs from hyaluronic acid fillers, its risks, and who it suits.
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Non-Surgical
Filler Fatigue: When Your Dermal Fillers Stop Working Like They Used To
Experiencing filler fatigue? Learn why dermal fillers stop lasting and discover a longer-lasting alternative, Bellafill, from Dallas plastic surgeon Dr. Robert Schwartz.
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Breast Surgery
Allergan Textured Breast Implant Recall: What You Need to Know
Dallas plastic surgeon explains the Allergan textured implant recall, ALCL cancer risks, and replacement options. Expert guidance on next steps.
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Practice News
The History of Breast Augmentation: From Ancient Breastivus to Modern BreastAugust
Discover the humorous origins of BreastAugust, Dr. Schwartz's celebration of breast surgery history and the evolution of breast enhancement procedures.
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Body Contouring
Tummy Tuck Preparation: What You Need to Know Before Surgery
Preparing for tummy tuck surgery? Dr. Schwartz's complete guide covers everything from smoking cessation to recovery planning for optimal results.
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Body Contouring
Tummy Tuck Surgery: Why Abdominoplasty Has Become America's Go-To Body Contouring Procedure
Expert tummy tuck surgery in Dallas by Dr. Robert Schwartz. Board-certified plastic surgeon specializing in abdominoplasty for weight loss patients and mothers.
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Body Contouring
Mommy Makeover: Reclaiming Your Pre-Baby Body
Mommy makeover combines tummy tuck, breast procedures & liposuction in one surgery. Board-certified Dallas plastic surgeon Dr. Schwartz explains benefits.
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Breast Surgery
Ruptured Silicone Implant Signs: What You Need to Know
Learn the key signs of a ruptured silicone implant. Dallas plastic surgeon Dr. Schwartz explains symptoms, testing, and when to seek evaluation.
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Breast Surgery
Smooth vs Textured Breast Implants: Choosing the Right Surface for Your Body
Learn when Dallas plastic surgeon Dr. Schwartz recommends smooth versus textured breast implants based on your anatomy and aesthetic goals.
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Breast Surgery
Will Breast Augmentation Affect Nipple Sensitivity?
Will breast augmentation affect nipple sensitivity? Dr. Schwartz explains why 85% of patients keep normal sensation and his technique to protect nerves.
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Body Contouring
Liposuction Incisions: Why Your Technique Matters for Scarring
Learn why Dr. Schwartz uses specialized ports instead of punch incisions for liposuction. Discover the technique that creates smaller, less visible scars.
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Body Contouring
Why Vaser Liposuction Hurts Less Than Traditional Liposuction
Vaser ultrasonic liposuction causes significantly less trauma than traditional lipo. Dr. Schwartz explains why gentle ultrasound technology means easier recovery.
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Breast Surgery
Anesthesia Options for Breast Implant Revision Surgery
General or local anesthesia for breast implant revision? Dr. Schwartz explains which option works best for your specific revision needs in Dallas.
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Body Contouring
Why Custom Skin Tension Creates Natural Tummy Tuck Results
Dr. Schwartz explains why custom skin tension, not standard formulas, creates natural tummy tuck results without the tight, drum-like appearance.
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Face & Neck
Facelift Anesthesia: What You Need to Know Before Surgery
Learn about facelift anesthesia options from Dallas plastic surgeon Dr. Schwartz. General anesthesia ensures comfort during your procedure at accredited facilities.
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Body Contouring
Mini Tummy Tuck: When Muscle Repair is All You Need
Mini tummy tuck repairs separated abdominal muscles with minimal scarring. Dr. Schwartz explains when this limited procedure works better than full abdominoplasty.
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Body Contouring
How to Hide Tummy Tuck Scars Below the Bikini Line
Dr. Schwartz uses advanced techniques to hide tummy tuck scars below the bikini line and inside the belly button. Learn about scar placement in Dallas.
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Breast Surgery
Why Some Breast Implants Look Obviously Fake
Fake-looking breast implants result from poor sizing and surgical technique. Learn what causes unnatural results and how to avoid them in Dallas.
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Face & Neck
Mini Facelift vs Full Facelift: The Truth About Limited Results
Mini facelifts work for very few patients. If you think you need a facelift, you probably need a real one. Dr. Schwartz explains the difference.
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Breast Surgery
Why Choosing Breast Implant Size by Cup Size Doesn't Work
Cup sizes are subjective and unreliable for breast implant sizing. Dallas plastic surgeon Dr. Schwartz explains why this common method fails patients.
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Face & Neck
Why You Probably Don't Need Cheek Implants
Most women seeking cheek implants actually need a midface lift instead. Dr. Schwartz explains why cheek ptosis, not flat cheekbones, is the real problem.
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