Will I Have Pain After a Tummy Tuck?
This is usually the first question patients ask when they come in to see me. I try not to sugar coat my answer because it is important for patients to know what to expect before their procedure. So, the unsweetened answer to the amount of pain after a tummy tuck [...]
Hair Loss Solutions: What is the difference between Hair Loss Treatment and Hair Restoration?
Hair loss is a problem that affects millions of people globally, regardless of their age, gender, or ethnicity. However, with advances in science and technology, several solutions have been developed to help combat hair loss. Among these solutions are hair loss treatments and hair restoration. Many people confuse these two [...]
How to Prepare for Breast Augmentation Consultation
Preparing for a breast augmentation consultation is an important step in the decision-making process. It allows you to get all your questions answered and understand the potential risks associated with breast augmentation surgery. Before your appointment, take some time to think about what you want out of the procedure and [...]
Popular Beauty Enhancing Treatments for Valentine’s Day
Valentine's Day is a popular holiday and time of year for taking care of yourself! Fall deeply in love with yourself with these beauty enhancing treatments that will help you look and feel your best. Turn Back Time with Venus Freeze. Soften facial lines, firm skin all over (face/arms/body). The Venus [...]
Dr. Charles Slack, North Texas Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Presented with United States House of Representatives Certificate of Congressional Recognition
Dr. Charles Slack is a board-certified plastic surgeon in Allen, Texas whose commitment to excellence and patient care has been evident throughout his 30+ year career. As an experienced board-certified plastic surgeon, Dr. Slack understands that each patient’s desired outcome is unique and works hard to ensure that each patient [...]
Gummy Bear Implants
Requests from patients during their initial breast augmentation consultation for the “gummy bear” implant are becoming more and more frequent. They have either read or been told about the advantages of “gummy bear” silicone gel implants but don’t have an understanding of “cohesive” silicone gel implants. These two terms are [...]
Plastic Surgery Insights from Dr. Slack
'Black Box' Warning on Breast Implants: What You Need to Know The FDA recently asked for new "black box" warning labels on all breast implant packaging and has required Plastic Surgeons to deliver specific information about potential health risks posed by these devices. In addition, they updated their screening recommendations--now [...]
Beauty is a Choice! Now, During Cooler Fall Weather is the Best Time for Plastic Surgery in Dallas-Ft. Worth
When the leaves on the trees start to change, it is time for certified Dallas-Ft. Worth plastic surgeons to get ready. Fall is an ideal time for people who are not quite ready to deal with the summer heat and humidity of Texas summers. It also happens to be a [...]
Plastic Surgery Insights from Dr. Slack
How Old Do You Need to Be to Have a Breast Reduction Unfortunately, there is not a “textbook” answer to this question. There are many different factors that come into play when deciding with the patient and her parents whether a breast reduction procedure is warranted, including age, but this [...]