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Are You Causing A Hormone Imbalance?

Did you know that your hormones play a huge role in making sure your body functions properly? Those with well-balanced hormones are more likely to be emotionally, mentally, and physically healthy than those with a hormonal imbalance. Without even knowing it, you could have some habits that may contribute to…

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Experience the Benefits of Salicylic Acid

Salicylic acid is the main ingredient in many skin care products and treatments and is commonly thought of as an acne medication. However, the ingredient is also available in many other forms depending on your unique skin concerns. Joseph T Cruise, MD was recently published in a blog for Zwivel…

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Tips for Great Skin All Year Round

Everyone wants clear, smooth, glowing skin, right? Well, there are some steps that you can take to help make this dream a reality. Joseph T Cruise, MD was recently featured on Café Mom in an article titled “20 Seasonal Skin-Care Tricks for Great Skin All Year Long.”  Read on to…

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What to do When You Start Gaining Face Weight

Joseph T Cruise, MD was recently published in Fatherly in an article called “Why is My Face Getting So Fat?” If you’re experiencing what Joseph T Cruise, MD calls “moon face” with excess jowls and stubborn fat in the face, your body might be soon to follow! Fortunately, there are…

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What a Mommy Makeover Can Achieve

While pregnancy is a beautiful thing, it can take a toll on a woman’s body, resulting in sagging skin and pockets of stubborn fat. While diet and exercise can sometimes help, many women find that they can’t restore their pre-baby body on their own. A mommy makeover is a cosmetic…

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Hyperhidrosis and You

Most everyone has experienced excessive sweating after spending time in a warm climate or after exercise. However, imagine if you had to live with that excessive sweating even when you weren’t overheated. Individuals with hyperhidrosis have to do just that, which can be extremely uncomfortable. Recently, Joseph T Cruise, MD…

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Consider Gynecomastia Surgery for a Boost in Confidence

When thinking about breast reduction surgery, many people only consider it as an option for women. However, there is also a procedure known as gynecomastia surgery that can help to reduce excess breast tissue in men. Males who suffer from gynecomastia understand that frustration, embarrassment, and low self-esteem that is…

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Mommy Makeover: An Overview

Childbirth is a life-changing event, and it can also take a toll on your body. With each pregnancy, a woman’s body stores more fat. This could easily add up to several pounds of fat that sticks around after the child is born. The body also prepares for breastfeeding with an…

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Stages of Facelift Recovery Explained

Having any type of surgery can create a feeling of anxiety, but education and preparation can be a great tool to fight these worrisome feelings. When it comes to the facelift recovery process, there are four different primary stages patients go through. Facelift Recovery Stage 1 – First Week The…

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Tips for an Easy Breast Augmentation Recovery

When performed by a board-certified plastic surgeon like Joseph T Cruise, MD, breast augmentation recovery should be smooth and quick. However, an easy recovery will depend on many factors, including how prepared you are to take the necessary care of yourself during your recovery period. Here are some things to…

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Mommy Makeover Recovery Time

While childbirth can be a very exciting time in a woman’s life, it can also take a toll on her body. If you are unhappy with the appearance of your body following childbirth and wish to restore your pre-baby figure, a mommy makeover may be able to help. Read on…

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How much is a Tummy Tuck?

Many steps of life including pregnancy, weight fluctuations, and aging can cause excess, sagging skin on the abdomen. If your excess tummy bulge is causing you to avoid wearing certain articles of clothing or taking part in certain activities, it might be time to consider a tummy tuck procedure to…

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