Non-Surgical Cosmetic Procedures Before and After Pictures by Carlos R. Mercado, M.D.

If you’ve been thinking about a nose job (rhinoplasty surgery is the techinical term), you may be apprehensive about going under the knife and having to deal with all of the risks and side effects. Nose job surgery continues to be one of the most sought-after plastic surgery procedures in the United States, but there are other options available. Some people choose to get a non-surgical nose job, also known as the 15-Minute Nose Job, to correct minor imperfections in the facial profile and improve the overall appearance of the nose.

If all of those gourmet snacks, sugary treats and fatty foods from the holiday season have left you with a few extra inches around your waistline, the New Year can be a great time to trim the fat and lose a few pounds. Good Morning America reported that over 50 percent of Americans gain between two and ten pounds each holiday season. Unfortunately, many people don’t lose the extra fat just as quickly and may carry the holiday weight well into the New Year. Slim down and get back into shape after the holidays with some of these tips and ideas: