Archive for May, 2013

ANGELINA JOLIE’s BRCA GENE, PROPHYLACTIC MASTECTOMIES AND RECONSTRUCTION

Recently it was reported that Angelina had undergone a bilateral prophylactic mastectomy for a history of BRCA positive genetics. The BRCA 1 and 2 genes are genetic and if one possesses these genes, the risk for breast cancer and ovarian cancer is increased significantly. Preventative mastectomies as well ass oophorectomies (removal of ovaries) are recommended […]

St. Louis Ear Pinning

Children born with large ears or ears which stick out far from the sides of the head can suffer from ruthless teasing, especially among their peers. Boys and girls in adolescence on up through adulthood can suffer from feeling low self-esteem due to the appearance of their ears. Dr. Cabbabe has helped countless children and […]

St. Louis Fat Transfer

Did you know that the wrinkles that occur in our face as we age are due to a loss of fat and a loss of skin elasticity? In a society where everyone is focused on cutting out the fat, it’s hard to remember that some fat is actually necessary and important in keeping us looking […]

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