When most people think of Botox, they immediately think of cosmetic and plastic surgery.

That’s a fair assessment. In 2002, the FDA approved the use of OnabotulinumtoxinA (Botox) as a cosmetic treatment for the appearance of deep forehead lines. Soon after, cosmetic surgeons began using the treatment to minimize crow’s feet around the eyes.

But Botox isn’t all about appearances. For example, did you know that Botox has been used to treat everything from:

There’s nothing quite like the feeling of perfectly smooth legs. Whether you’re hitting the beach or spending the night out with friends, silky smooth legs and well-sculpted brows are must-have accessories. Unfortunately, that means spending hours shaving, waxing, and tweezing.

Imagine not having to worry about maintaining bikini lines or eyebrows. Sounds like the stuff of fantasy, right?

Body contouring with liposuction is one of the most popular cosmetic procedures in the United States.

By best estimates, over 500,000 liposuction procedures were performed last year alone. But not all liposuction techniques are the same. A multitude of new technologies has brought both a litany of choices and confusion regarding which is best for you.

Let's take a look at the difference between SAFELipo and traditional liposuction.

With summer approaching, it’s time to start thinking about hair removal, particularly bikini waxing. The procedure has become more and more popular in recent years, but if you are a first-timer, you may feel nervous and apprehensive. Don't worry – that's normal. We have all the information you'll need to prepare for your first bikini wax to ensure the experience is as pleasant as possible.

Making the decision to undergo a plastic surgery procedure is a big deal. You’re investing time, funds, and hope into your procedure. So, naturally, you want it to go as smoothly as possible. And you certainly don’t want your surgery results to reverse months or years after your treatment.

Although some slight changes to your results over time are inevitable, there are steps you can take to maintain your results and help ensure breast augmentation, liposuction, or gynecomastia surgeries don’t reverse.

Follow these six tips to keep looking, and feeling, great years after your procedure..

miraDry can effectively treat excessive or inconvenient sweating for individuals who haven’t had success with other sweat control methods, such as  prescription-strength antiperspirants, anticholinergic medications, or Botox injections.

Unlike other methods, miraDry is a permanent solution. Patients see less sweat production almost immediately after the procedure.

Plastic surgery and cosmetic procedures are on the rise across America. Considering how everyone wants to look and feel their best, that’s not surprising. But what is surprising is the growing number of men currently seeking cosmetic plastic surgery services.

Tummy tucks, or abdominoplasty, is a medical body-contouring procedure that typically removes two to ten pounds of abdominal fat, strips off excess skin, and tightens the tummy muscles with sutures.

Individuals that undergo the procedure are generally happier with how their bodies look, versus before the operation.

However, most tummy tucks are not about vanity and weight loss. Tummy tucks are the most viable option for men and women who have lost significant amounts of weight, but still carry fat deposits and loose skin around the abdomen.

Jessica Bunn Rich is Proffer Surgical Associates' Media and Marketing Specialist. After almost a year of being unable to use her usual skin care products due to pregnancy, she opted to take action! She consulted with the estheticians at The Spa at Proffer Surgical who suggested she try a SkinMedica Vitalize peel. She chronicled her experience to share with others who might be considering having a peel themselves.

After being pregnant for most of 2014 and unable to use my usual line of skincare products, my skin appeared dull and lifeless. I had the post-baby “hues” – areas of hyperpigmentation, ruddy splotches, and a rough texture overall.

The estheticians suggested a Vitalize peel to treat my dermis woes. They explained I needed to “baby” my skin in preparation for the peel, halting any use of more aggressive products, like Retinol.

I'm not gonna lie, I was extremely hesitant. I didn't know what to expect. I've never had a peel before, and I didn't want something that was going to take forever to slough off, or have a gazillion post-procedure steps. A new mom is short on time after all!

A breast lift restores a firm, perky aesthetic that many people find more pleasing than sagging breasts. Women enjoy having a more youthful, attractive appearance while also fitting into bras and swimsuits more comfortably.