Plastic surgeons often say that there’s no such thing as a scarless plastic surgery: simply put, incisions are required for effective surgical shaping and lifting, and that creates scars. Experienced board certified plastic surgeons take great care to inconspicuously place incisions and limit their size—but it is natural to want any resulting scars to fade […]
Looking for a tummy tuck with a streamlined recovery, natural-looking results, and fewer complications? You are wise to learn about the drain-free tummy tuck, a specialized procedure that achieves gorgeous results while also eliminating the need for post-operative drains. As an expert in this technique, Philadelphia plastic surgeon Dr. Brannon Claytor has exclusively performed drain-free […]
All surgical facelifts are intended to take years off of your appearance by tightening the muscles and tissue along the jawline, cheeks, and neck—though they differ in technique and cosmetic outcomes. The key difference in a deep plane facelift is that the underlying facial musculature is also treated. This technique provides more support for the […]
Adjusting the shape and/or size of your nose has an effect on your entire appearance and presentation. As such, rhinoplasty offers a night-and-day transformation that, for most patients, imparts an exciting boost in confidence. But this transformation does require a surgical recovery period, and it’s important to have clear expectations. Below, board certified plastic surgeon […]
One of the most tell-tale signs of aging and weight fluctuations are “bat wings”— extra skin and fat that hangs off the upper arms. Bat wings can affect women and men of all shapes and sizes, but can’t be corrected with exercise and diet alone. While the most effective way to get rid of them […]
Minimally invasive facial rejuvenation methods provide patients with a much-needed alternative to facelift surgery while allowing for greater enhancement than non-surgical methods, like radiofrequency and cosmetic injections, can deliver alone. Many of our Bryn Mawr patients in their 40s and 50s are just beginning to experience the volume loss and tissue sagging associated with the […]
The Bryn Mawr plastic surgeon was recognized by his peers for his exceptional skill and expertise in rhinoplasty. Bryn Mawr, PA, July 2021—R. Brannon Claytor, M.D., F.A.C.S., was recently named one of “America’s Best Plastic Surgeons 2021” by Newsweek, a distinction reserved for the top specialists in the field of plastic surgery. “I am honored to […]
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