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Warning Signs after Plastic Surgery

Cosmetic surgeon Stuart Baker goes over the warning signs that may indicate complications after plastic surgery.

Posted by Stuart Baker on Jun 18, 2018

Smoking and Plastic Surgery - They Do Not Mix

Dr. Stuart Baker at The Center for Cosmetic Medicine discusses the adverse effects of smoking on the healing process following plastic surgery.

Posted by Stuart Baker on May 16, 2018

What Should Be on Your Surgery Recovery Shopping List?

Preparing for recovery before plastic surgery is a good way for patients to ensure a quick recovery. This surgery recovery shopping list can help.

Posted by Stuart Baker on Dec 11, 2017

Preparing for Plastic Surgery: Why It's Important

Healing begins before a surgical procedure, which is why preparing for plastic surgery is so important. Let's go over some pre-op instructions.

Posted by Stuart Baker on Aug 13, 2017

Plastic Surgery and the Risk of Infection

Infection is a potential risk after plastic surgery has been performed. Let's talk about preventing complications and minimizing side effects.

Posted by Stuart Baker on May 14, 2017

Treatments for Excess Skin

Learn how you can rejuvenate your figure and refine the contours of your body through the removal of loose, hanging, excess skin.

Posted by Stuart Baker on Apr 13, 2017

Are You a Good Candidate for Forehead Lift Surgery?

Find out whether you are a good candidate for forehead lift surgery, a procedure that rejuvenates the face by lifting the brow area.

Posted by Stuart Baker on Mar 15, 2017

Getting Back to Exercise after Plastic Surgery

Dr. Stuart Baker offers guidelines and instructions for an appropriate exercise timeline after plastic surgery.

Posted by Stuart Baker on Feb 14, 2017

Taking Time Off After Plastic Surgery: Patient Guidelines

Taking between a week to two weeks off from work is common after undergoing cosmetic plastic surgery. Let's consider some patient guidelines.

Posted by Stuart Baker on Jan 13, 2017

Dealing with Swelling after Plastic Surgery

Plastic surgeon Stuart Baker provides patients with information regarding swelling following plastic surgery.

Posted by Stuart Baker on Dec 13, 2016

Dr. Stuart Baker

The Center for Cosmetic Medicine

Dr. Stuart Baker is a board-certified plastic surgeon with decades of experience. He has been recognized as a "master injector" by Allergan, the maker of BOTOX® Cosmetic and JUVÉDERM® products, for excellent patient outcomes. In addition to being a skilled plastic surgeon, he is also an orthopedic hand surgery specialist. His prestigious affiliations include:

  • American Society of Plastic Surgeons — ASPS 
  • American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery — ASAPS 
  • American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery — AACS 
  • American Medical Association — AMA 

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