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Conveniently located to serve the areas of Maryland, Virginia and Washington, D.C.
Our Plastic Surgery Associates team includes Dr. Franklin Richards, Dr. A. Dean Jabs, and Dr. Keshav Magge. Each of our plastic surgeons is board-certified, and together they have over 60 years of combined experience. Drs. Richards, Jabs, and Magge are all highly qualified in procedures for the face, breast, and body, and pride themselves in providing excellent results through our state-of-the-art, Quad A certified operating centers
Washington DC Breast Reduction Surgeon
May 2, 2019
Breast reduction is primarily a cosmetic surgery procedure aimed at reducing the breast tissue to make the breasts more proportionate to the rest of the body. While most women seek this procedure to make the breasts appear more youthful and attractive, in some cases breast reduction may be performed as…
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Plastic Surgery for Northern Virginia, Maryland & Washington, D.C.
April 25, 2019
Each year millions of women and men in the US receive the benefits of cosmetic surgery as well as non-surgical aesthetic procedures. One of the leading practices for such aesthetic procedures in Northern Virginia, Maryland and Washington, DC is Cosmetic Surgery Associates. The practice is equipped to provide cutting edge…
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Washington DC Breast Augmentation Surgeon
April 18, 2019
Improvements in surgical techniques and introduction of new qualities of FDA approved breast implants have resulted in a rise in demand for breast augmentation cosmetic surgery procedures. However, the safety and success of the procedure continues to be contingent upon the training and skill of the surgeon performing the procedure….
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Is a Breast Augmentation Right for Me?
April 11, 2019
Breast augmentation surgery, clinically called augmentation mammoplasty, is primarily a cosmetic procedure designed to create more voluptuous breasts, add volume to disproportionately small breasts, or restore symmetry to unevenly sized breasts. In some cases, breast augmentation may be performed as a part of a breast reconstruction surgery. Patients should ideally…
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Surgical vs. Non-Surgical Facelift Options in Northern Virginia
April 4, 2019
Face is the most prominent aesthetic area of the body that will reveal the signs of aging earlier than any other part. Therefore, many people seek facelift cosmetic surgery as well as non-surgical procedures to rejuvenate the facial appearance. A number of techniques are available under both options, and the…
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Fairfax County Plastic Surgery Center – Dr’s. Jabs, Magge, and Richards
March 28, 2019
Every millions of cosmetic surgery as well as non-invasive cosmetic procedures are performed in the US with successful results. Each woman and man has a unique anatomy and specific aesthetic goals when they seek plastic surgery. Most satisfactory and sustainable outcomes can be achieved in each case when the surgeon…
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Mommy Makeover Plastic Surgery – Types, Cost, Recovery, & Risks
March 21, 2019
Many women are interested in regaining their pre-pregnancy figure usually when they have no foreseeable plans for another pregnancy. Specific areas of the body can be enhanced with independent cosmetic surgery procedures, but these may only have a limited impact on improving the overall appearance. Depending on the patient’s aesthetic…
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RESEARCH: Decreasing Pain in Submuscular Breast Augmentation Surgery
March 14, 2019
By Dean Jabs, MD, PhD; Bryson G. Richards, MD; and Franklin D. Richards, MD Background: In submuscular breast augmentation, the muscle is transected along its inferior and medial border to allow the implant to rest beneath the breast mound and supply adequate cleavage. This leads to significant pain in the postoperative…
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Plastic Surgeons vs. Cosmetic Surgeons: What is the Difference?
February 7, 2019
Millions of plastic and cosmetic surgery procedures are performed in the United States each year. These procedures are primarily elective in nature because they are mainly performed for aesthetic purposes. Therefore, ensuring safety of the patient becomes the first priority in any such procedure. The most critical factor in ensuring…
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