Phillip Stone's Articles http://www.articlealley.com en-us editorial@articlealley.com Improve Your Body Contour with a Tummy Tuck (Abdominoplasty) A tummy tuck is a cosmetic surgery procedure that reduces the excess skin and sagging in the midsection or stomach area. The technical term for a tummy tuck is an abdominoplasty. A qualified surgeon performs this cosmetic surgery; often at the doctor's ow... http://phillipstone.articlealley.com/improve-your-body-contour-with-a-tummy-tuck-abdominoplasty-1380532.html 08th February 2010 Who is an Ideal Candidate for Liposuction Procedures? - Learn About Body Contouring Liposuction is a cosmetic procedure to remove excess fat from the body through a thin tube known as a cannula. Liposuction procedures can be performed almost anywhere on the body, anywhere you have stubborn fat accumulations. Candidates for liposuction ar... http://phillipstone.articlealley.com/who-is-an-ideal-candidate-for-liposuction-procedures--learn-about-body-contouring-1380524.html 08th February 2010 Who is an Ideal Candidate for a Breast Lift? - Learn About Breast Enhancement with Lift Over time, many women's breasts start to sag and become less firm. A breast lift surgery or mastopexy is a a procedure designed to restore a perky and youthful shape to the breast by removing excess skin. If your breasts have started to droop or sag over ... http://phillipstone.articlealley.com/who-is-an-ideal-candidate-for-a-breast-lift--learn-about-breast-enhancement-with-lift-1380514.html 08th February 2010 Facelift – Common Misconceptions About Surgical Facial Enhancements There are many misconceptions about facelifts that are commonly believed. If you are considering have this procedure, it is important that you take the time to separate the fact from the fiction. Just because you read it, heard it or saw it on television ... http://phillipstone.articlealley.com/facelift--common-misconceptions-about-surgical-facial-enhancements-1380494.html 08th February 2010 Exploring the Benefits and Risks of Cosmetic Eyelid Surgery If you are thinking about blepharoplasty, or cosmetic eyelid surgery, you'll want to do some research to determine if the benefits outweigh the risks for you. Make sure that you've done your due diligence in choosing a surgeon, are comfortable with the pr... http://phillipstone.articlealley.com/exploring-the-benefits-and-risks-of-cosmetic-eyelid-surgery-1380486.html 08th February 2010 What You Should Know About Saline Breast Implants: Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) Before you choose the type of implants or undergo breast augmentation surgery, be sure that you learn everything you can about them. Here are a few of the most frequently asked questions about saline breast implants: What do saline implants feel like? ... http://phillipstone.articlealley.com/what-you-should-know-about-saline-breast-implants-frequently-asked-questions-faqs-1380482.html 08th February 2010 An Introduction to Breast Lift Surgery – Information for Prospective Lift Patients Though it may be done in conjunction to breast implants, there is a type of surgery, known as mastopexy, that is designed to give you an enhanced bust shape without necessarily having implants created. Mastopexy/breast lift surgery refers to a specific ty... http://phillipstone.articlealley.com/an-introduction-to-breast-lift-surgery--information-for-prospective-lift-patients-1380473.html 08th February 2010 Myths and Misconceptions about Breast Augmentation - Breast Enhancement Info Women may choose to have the plastic surgery procedure of breast augmentation for various reasons. Perhaps the breasts are sagging due to age or bearing children. Perhaps the breasts are considered too small or asymmetrical and the woman simply wants a fu... http://phillipstone.articlealley.com/myths-and-misconceptions-about-breast-augmentation--breast-enhancement-info-1380466.html 08th February 2010 Answers to Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about Rhinoplasty (Nose Job) Rhinoplasty in short, is the surgical reshaping of the cartilage and bone within the nasal cavity leading to a new look of the nose and bridge of the nose. There are many reasons why people choose to undergo this common cosmetic surgery procedure. Those i... http://phillipstone.articlealley.com/answers-to-frequently-asked-questions-faqs-about-rhinoplasty-nose-job-1380460.html 08th February 2010 Liposuction – The Safe and Easy Way to Remove Stubborn Fat Deposits Liposuction is a cosmetic surgery procedure that removes fat deposits. Liposuction is best used on areas that accumulate body fat that can't easily be removed through standard dieting techniques. The most common areas of the body where liposuction is used... http://phillipstone.articlealley.com/liposuction--the-safe-and-easy-way-to-remove-stubborn-fat-deposits-1380459.html 08th February 2010 Just Who is a Candidate for Breast Reduction Surgery? - Patient Info While most people know of breast enhancement procedures designed to make the bustline look more physically attractive, another type of surgery that is lesser known but no less common is known as breast reduction surgery. Breast reduction surgery is a type... http://phillipstone.articlealley.com/just-who-is-a-candidate-for-breast-reduction-surgery--patient-info-1380452.html 08th February 2010 Understanding the Benefits and Risks of a Tummy Tuck (Abdominoplasty) - Body Contouring If you've been through a pregnancy or experienced a dramatic weight loss, your stomach probably needs some help. If you have a lot of excessive skin and your stomach muscles are stretched out, there is no amount of sit-ups you can do to correct the proble... http://phillipstone.articlealley.com/understanding-the-benefits-and-risks-of-a-tummy-tuck-abdominoplasty--body-contouring-1380437.html 08th February 2010 Presbyopia and Treatments for Presbyopia – Eye Care and Treatment Information Presbyopia is a condition in which the eye exhibits a progressively diminished ability to focus on near objects with age. This condition first appears around age 45 or 50. An individual will notice increasing difficulty seeing things up close and may need... http://phillipstone.articlealley.com/presbyopia-and-treatments-for-presbyopia--eye-care-and-treatment-information-1379489.html 05th February 2010 LASIK Eye Surgery - Common Misconceptions Concerning Refractive Surgery Many years ago, if you had poor eyesight, there was nothing that you could do about it. Then optometrists learned that it was possible to bend glass a bit to help people who weren't able to see well, and glasses were invented. Then scientists learned that... http://phillipstone.articlealley.com/lasik-eye-surgery--common-misconceptions-concerning-refractive-surgery-1379484.html 05th February 2010 LASIK Eye Surgery - Effectiveness and Success Rates of Vision Correction LASIK eye surgery is the only way to get perfect 20/20 vision without having to wear glasses or contacts. It is, however, often quite intimidating for many people who don't know much about it. However, in reality it is a procedure that has a high rate of ... http://phillipstone.articlealley.com/lasik-eye-surgery--effectiveness-and-success-rates-of-vision-correction-1379482.html 05th February 2010 Common Misconceptions about the Tummy Tuck (Abdominoplasty) - Patient Information The plastic surgery procedure known as a tummy tuck, or abdominoplasty, is one of the most widely performed cosmetic surgery procedures. A tummy tuck can do wonders for your self-esteem and self-confidence by eliminating excess fat and/or skin, and giving... http://phillipstone.articlealley.com/common-misconceptions-about-the-tummy-tuck-abdominoplasty--patient-information-1379479.html 05th February 2010 What to Expect Before, During, and After a Brow Lift - Facial Plastic Surgery If you're looking to regain a more youthful look and feel like your eyebrow and forehead area are giving away your age, you may want to consider a brow lift. A brow, or forehead lift, will minimize the creases and lines that develop over time on the foreh... http://phillipstone.articlealley.com/what-to-expect-before-during-and-after-a-brow-lift--facial-plastic-surgery-1379477.html 05th February 2010 Saline and Silicone Breast Implants – Common Misconceptions on Surgical Breast Enhancements There are many misconceptions surrounding the use of both saline and silicone breast implants. Below some of those misconceptions are addressed. "Saline implants are completely safe." No implant is 100 percent safe. That being said, saline implants a... http://phillipstone.articlealley.com/saline-and-silicone-breast-implants--common-misconceptions-on-surgical-breast-enhancements-1378017.html 05th February 2010 Identifying Infant Eye Care Concerns - Giving your Child the Best Outlook on Life Making sure your baby's eyes are in perfect condition is essential, as any new parent knows. This is why we've listed some of the eye care concerns surrounding babies and toddlers so you can prepare yourself, and your baby, for anything. Body Text: As... http://phillipstone.articlealley.com/identifying-infant-eye-care-concerns--giving-your-child-the-best-outlook-on-life-1374960.html 03rd February 2010 Understanding Glaucoma: Why Glaucoma Must Be Diagnosed and Treated Early The term "glaucoma" actually refers to a group of diseases which damage the optic nerve, resulting in vision loss or even blindness. Although glaucoma cannot be cured, it can be controlled through proper treatment. These diseases can occur in anyone, thou... http://phillipstone.articlealley.com/understanding-glaucoma-why-glaucoma-must-be-diagnosed-and-treated-early-1374926.html 03rd February 2010 What You Can Expect Before, During and After Liposuction - Body Contouring Even if you work out, you may have some excess fat in areas that are hard to tone. This can be frustrating and demoralizing to someone that spends a lot of time working out. Liposuction might be the answer to helping tone and contour those stubborn areas.... http://phillipstone.articlealley.com/what-you-can-expect-before-during-and-after-liposuction--body-contouring-1374913.html 03rd February 2010 Forehead Lift/Brow Lift – What Plastic Surgery Patients Should Know About Treatment Options There are many people out there looking to refresh their face, obtain that youthful appearance, or reduce premature aging in their face. Some may think that this requires the ever-allusive facelift, but a simpler, localized procedure called a brow lift, o... http://phillipstone.articlealley.com/forehead-liftbrow-lift--what-plastic-surgery-patients-should-know-about-treatment-options-1374899.html 03rd February 2010 Liposuction – Common Misconceptions About Surgical Enhancements For someone who understands what the procedure is truly for, liposuction can provide remarkable results. The point of liposuction is to remove fat from small, concentrated areas of the body. Some people are unclear about the purpose of liposuction, which ... http://phillipstone.articlealley.com/liposuction--common-misconceptions-about-surgical-enhancements-1374895.html 03rd February 2010 Silicone and Saline Breast Implants - General Cosmetic Surgery Matters Silicone and saline breast implants are two very different components of breast augmentation surgery. Considering the risks of both and making the decision to have one over the other is an important decision. Certainly many women have had breast enlargeme... http://phillipstone.articlealley.com/silicone-and-saline-breast-implants--general-cosmetic-surgery-matters-1374886.html 03rd February 2010 Rhinoplasty (Nose Job) – Who are Ideal Candidates for Plastic Surgery Options? It may seem like Hollywood starlets left and right are out there changing their body every chance that they get, including their nose. This kind of publicity makes it difficult for everyday citizens to come to grips with their own appearance and that cent... http://phillipstone.articlealley.com/rhinoplasty-nose-job--who-are-ideal-candidates-for-plastic-surgery-options-1374876.html 03rd February 2010 Don't be Confused by Myths and Misconceptions about Porcelain Veneers If you've ever met anyone with porcelain veneers, chances are you were impressed by their smile. Porcelain veneers are fabulous because of their ability to give the impression of perfect natural teeth when in fact they are merely engineered masks for less... http://phillipstone.articlealley.com/dont-be-confused-by-myths-and-misconceptions-about-porcelain-veneers-1365166.html 27th January 2010 Adult Orthodontics: Questions and Concerns for Adults Interested in Teeth Straightening Adult orthodontics is a type of cosmetic dentistry that encompasses the re-aligning and sometimes the repositioning of your teeth. There are more options than ever in the adult orthodontics field of cosmetic dentistry. Adults no longer have to worry about... http://phillipstone.articlealley.com/adult-orthodontics-questions-and-concerns-for-adults-interested-in-teeth-straightening-1365164.html 27th January 2010 Tips on Factors to Consider When Selecting a Good Cosmetic Dentist If you are considering cosmetic dentistry, finding the right cosmetic dentist is an important decision you must make. Some patients will have a certain criteria they will look for when selecting a cosmetic dentist, but others may have no idea where to sta... http://phillipstone.articlealley.com/tips-on-factors-to-consider-when-selecting-a-good-cosmetic-dentist-1365161.html 27th January 2010 Cosmetic Dentistry Costs and Financing: Reviewing Common Questions about Dental Fees Cosmetic dentistry can give you the smile of your dreams, but will the effects on your pocketbook turn it into a nightmare? Before undergoing a cosmetic dental procedure, potential patients are often concerned with how it will affect them financially. Put... http://phillipstone.articlealley.com/cosmetic-dentistry-costs-and-financing-reviewing-common-questions-about-dental-fees-1365157.html 27th January 2010 Attorney Financing Companies – What Resources do Attorneys Have? Attorney financing is an important tool that you can use when you are faced with injuries that prevent you from working. These funds will ensure that you can keep your household in order, pay your bills on time and have peace of mind while your lawyer is ... http://phillipstone.articlealley.com/attorney-financing-companies--what-resources-do-attorneys-have-1361693.html 25th January 2010 Law Firm Financing FAQs – What Attorneys Should Know Why do attorneys need litigation financing? Litigation is both time-consuming and costly, and attorneys sometimes need assistance with cash flow - especially when the opposing party is prolonging the legal process. Law firm financing companies can step... http://phillipstone.articlealley.com/law-firm-financing-faqs--what-attorneys-should-know-1361683.html 25th January 2010 Pre & Post Settlement Cash Advances - How Clients Can Gain Financial Assistance If you have been involved in an accident that has resulted in serious injuries, you may be in the midst of a lawsuit against the person or persons responsible for your damages. Depending on your current financial situation, you may decide to procure some... http://phillipstone.articlealley.com/pre--post-settlement-cash-advances--how-clients-can-gain-financial-assistance-1361675.html 25th January 2010 Pre & Post Settlement Cash Advances - Commonly Asked Questions Individuals that are in the process of a lawsuit may be wondering about possible cash advances that are available to them. Below you will find some of the common questions that individuals have asked about this type of cash advance. How can a pre-settl... http://phillipstone.articlealley.com/pre--post-settlement-cash-advances--commonly-asked-questions-1361649.html 25th January 2010 Law Firm Financing – Frequently Asked Questions about Law Firm Loans If you are in the middle of a lawsuit to recover damages for injuries sustained in a car accident, as well as the cost of your medical bills, you may have heard about law firm financing. This is a common topic found in personal injury cases that has many ... http://phillipstone.articlealley.com/law-firm-financing--frequently-asked-questions-about-law-firm-loans-1361639.html 25th January 2010 Attorney Financing - Basic Guide and Information When you are involved in a personal injury case, you may incur large bills as a result of the rehabilitation that is required to make you healthy again. Victims are entitled to be properly compensated for the damages that are sustained in a car accident, ... http://phillipstone.articlealley.com/attorney-financing--basic-guide-and-information-1361637.html 25th January 2010 Pre & Post Settlement Cash Advances - Reasons for Needing it When you are involved in a personal injury lawsuit, the case could take several years to be resolved. During this time, you and your family may find that it is difficult to pay for your personal obligations, as well as the medical bills that you are now f... http://phillipstone.articlealley.com/pre--post-settlement-cash-advances--reasons-for-needing-it-1361626.html 25th January 2010 Law Firm Financing - The Financial Help it Provides to Clients You may be in the process of a personal injury lawsuit and are wondering why law firm financing is so important. To understand why law firm financing is important, you first need to know what it encompasses. Law firm or attorney financing is money that... http://phillipstone.articlealley.com/law-firm-financing--the-financial-help-it-provides-to-clients-1361610.html 25th January 2010 Why Pre- and Post-Settlement Cash Advances for Law Firms / Attorneys May Be Necessary Why are pre-settlement and post-settlement cash advances for law firms and attorneys needed? In many instances, individuals will need to have available to them funds from a lawsuit prior to that lawsuit paying out a settlement to them. In a perfect world,... http://phillipstone.articlealley.com/why-pre-and-postsettlement-cash-advances-for-law-firms--attorneys-may-be-necessary-1361602.html 25th January 2010 Why Law Firm/Attorney Financing May Be Necessary in Some Situations Why is law firm or attorney financing necessary? Law firm financing is an opportunity for you to file a lawsuit even though you might not have the funds to do so right now. In many situations, law firms have encountered people with quality cases, cases th... http://phillipstone.articlealley.com/why-law-firmattorney-financing-may-be-necessary-in-some-situations-1361594.html 25th January 2010 Pre- and Post-Settlement Cash Advances for Law Firms/Attorneys - General Information Pre-settlement and post-settlement cash advances for law firms and attorneys are a good idea in many situations. Under this form of payment, law firms and attorneys receive the funds they need to get the case into the courts. The individual filing the law... http://phillipstone.articlealley.com/pre-and-postsettlement-cash-advances-for-law-firmsattorneys--general-information-1361588.html 25th January 2010 Pre- and Post-Settlement Cash Advances for Law Firms/Attorneys - Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) Pre- and post-settlement cash advances for law firms and attorneys are an excellent option for a number of reasons. The problem is, though, that many people do not realize that this is an option available to them. They may not realize, either, what these ... http://phillipstone.articlealley.com/pre-and-postsettlement-cash-advances-for-law-firmsattorneys--frequently-asked-questions-faqs-1361572.html 25th January 2010 Law Firm and Attorney Financing - Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) Law firm financing can be confusing. However, it is one of the best options available to those who need help paying for a lawsuit they would like to pursue. It is common that individuals will have valid lawsuits that should be in a court of law but lack t... http://phillipstone.articlealley.com/law-firm-and-attorney-financing--frequently-asked-questions-faqs-1361565.html 25th January 2010 About Law Firm/Attorney Financing - General Legal Information What do you need to know about law firm, attorney financing? The good news is that even from this general information, you are likely to find opportunities to save substantially. If someone has done wrong to you, but you have been unable to bring a lawsui... http://phillipstone.articlealley.com/about-law-firmattorney-financing--general-legal-information-1361555.html 25th January 2010 Can Porcelain Veneers Fix My Dental Problem? - What Patients Should Consider If having an imperfect smile has left you with a big frown, porcelain veneers can help put the smile back on your face! Porcelain veneers can change the size, shape, and color of your teeth and fix a variety of dental concerns that may plague your smile. ... http://phillipstone.articlealley.com/can-porcelain-veneers-fix-my-dental-problem--what-patients-should-consider-1361060.html 25th January 2010 Professional Teeth Whitening – Myths and Facts Patients Should Consider Teeth whitening can not only give you a beautiful, white smile, but it can also help boost your self-esteem by giving you the confidence to flash those pearly whites more often. A confident smile can go for miles, but many potential patients have reservat... http://phillipstone.articlealley.com/professional-teeth-whitening--myths-and-facts-patients-should-consider-1361057.html 25th January 2010