Plastic Surgery News
Plastic Surgery Sees Steady Growth in 2023
The 2023 ASPS Procedural Statistics showed a 5% rise in plastic surgeries and a 7% rise in minimally-invasive procedures compared to 2022.
New Study Examines Trends in Breast Augmentation
Surgical trends in cosmetic breast augmentation using implants have changed over time, according to a study in the December 2023
CoolSculpting Eliminates Fat in 9 Different Areas
If you’re active, eat healthy and still have areas of stubborn fat that refuse to go away, it may be time to consider CoolSculpting.
Dr. Beau Vandiver Joins Hedden & Gunn Plastic Surgery
We are excited to announce that Beau T. Vandiver, M.D., has joined the internationally known practice of Hedden & Gunn Plastic Surgery.
Hedden & Gunn Welcomes Dr. Joshua Halka
The family at Hedden & Gunn Plastic Surgery welcomes Joshua Halka, M.D. to our team of renowned plastic surgeons.
Newsweek Names Dr. Hedden One of America's Best Plastic Surgeons
Dr. William J. Hedden was named among America's Best Plastic Surgeons for 2021 by Newsweek following a national survey of plastic surgeons.
Aesthetic Procedures Rise in 2022
The number of aesthetic plastic surgery procedures in 2022 rose 14% over the previous year, according to the latest data.
Male Breast Reduction Shown to Improve Quality of Life
Enlargement of the male breasts, or gynecomastia, can be a source of embarrassment and distress for teens and young men.
Face, Breast, Body Procedures Increase in 2021
Aesthetic plastic surgery saw a significant surge for face, breast and body procedures in 2021, according to annual statistics from ASAPS.
miraDry for Underarm Sweat and Odor
Fortunately, miraDry is the no sweat, no stress way to dramatically reduce underarm sweat and odor in as little as one nonsurgical treatment.
Dr. Hedden Recognized as 2021 Top Doctor
Dr. William J. Hedden was named as a Top Doctor for 2021 by Castle Connolly.
Top 2020 Cosmetic Surgery Procedures Focus on Face
Facial procedures accounted for the top three cosmetic surgical procedures in 2020, according to the annual procedure survey from ASPS.
Women with Breast Asymetry Benefit from More Even Appearance
For young women with severe breast asymmetry, surgery to create a more even appearance of the breasts has significant benefits.
Breast Augmentation Tops List of 2019 Cosmetic Surgery Procedures
Breast augmentation was again the top cosmetic surgical procedure last year according to the 2019 Plastic Surgery Statistics
Aesthetic Society Unveils 2020 Plastic Surgery Predictions
The ASAPS has released its 2020 predictions detailing what plastic surgery trends are expected in the coming year
Celebrity Event Designer Teams with Dr. Hedden
As Tuscaloosa's Scot Wedgeworth taped his new TV show, he wanted to look his best for the cameras, he joined forces with Dr. William J. Hedden
Tummy Tuck Improves Life Quality in Overweight Patients, Study Finds
A Tummy Tuck yields high patient satisfaction and improved quality of life in patients who are overweight or obese.
Study Supports Breast Reduction Benefits in Teens and Young Women
Breast reduction surgery is a safe, effective procedure for adolescents and young women with pain and other concerns related to large breasts
'Daddy-Do-Over' Trend Rises in Popularity
The Daddy-Do-Over consists of surgical and nonsurgical body contouring and facial procedures that are typically performed in a single surgery.
Dr. Hedden Named LEAD Plastic Surgeon
Plastic surgeon William J. Hedden, M.D. was honored as a selection for Mentor Worldwide's 2014 LEAD Program Advisory Board