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A Practice Dedicated Exclusively to Women Established in 1992 by Dr. Diane Gibby, The Women’s Center for Cosmetic and Plastic Surgery focuses on women’s special health care needs, before, during, and after surgery. We provide optimal medical care in a warm and caring environment to help you feel confident in achieving your goals.

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Dr. Gibby, Female Plastic Surgeon in Dallas, TX

Dr. Gibby is your plastic surgeon in Dallas, TX for

• Breast augmentation
• Mommy Makeovers
• Tummy Tucks
• Liposuction

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Feeling your best at any age, 30s

FEELING YOUR BEST...AT ANY AGE Thirties

by Dr. Diane Gibby • M.D., P.A., F.A.C.S

By the time a woman enters her thirties she usually has become committed to numerous responsibilities. Whether for family or career, 30-something women are often rushing from dawn to midnight meeting others people's needs. But just as a career and family need special attention, so does a woman's skin and body. In this article we will discuss various ways for a woman to look her best during this busy time in her life. SKIN/FACE: Years of sun exposure and facial movement become visibly apparent during the thirties. As a woman ages, the collagen network that supports her skin can weaken and cause facial lines to form. Collagen gives skin strength and suppleness as well as an inherent ability to retain moisture, so as skin matures it may also become dryer. Using moisturizing skin care products that contain exfoliating glycolic acids can help keep the skin looking fresh and decrease the appearance of fine lines. Retin-A is also useful in working to eliminate fine wrinkles, sun damage and age spots by continually sloughing off the outermost, dead layer of skin. Retin-A can be even more effective when used in combination with other treatments, such as glycolic acid or bleaching cream. The downside of these products is that an area of skin previously sheltered from the elements is exposed. That's why a common side effect of Retin-A use is dry, sun-sensitive skin.. Though both of these side effects typically diminish with time, sunscreen (SPF 15 or greater) is a must once you start using Retin-A. Some women find that Renova, which is Retin-A mixed with an emollient cream, is less irritating. Botox is another treatment that works well for expression lines and wrinkles around the eyes and forehead. Botox, the trade name for Botulinum Toxin Type A, has been used by physicians for years to treat lazy eye and uncontrolled blinking. Botox works by weakening the muscles that control the facial expressions. Once the resting tone of these muscles are weakened, the pull of the muscles relax and the skin flattens out diminishing wrinkles. However, the results are not permanent and over the next three to five months the Botox gradually looses its potency, eventually restoring the muscle to its original condition. When this occurs another dose of Botox is administered to maintain the desired result. BREASTS: Breast size is a very personal issue for women of any age. While women shouldn't let their breast size define them, studies have shown it can make a difference in how they perceive themselves and can directly affect their self-esteem. Many women in their thirties are experiencing the joys of pregnancy and breast feeding for the first time. After childbirth and/or breastfeeding a woman is often left with a loose "skin envelope," and often smaller breasts. Some women choose a breast augmentation to enhance the size and shape of their breast after pregnancy. This procedure is also an option for women who want to balance a difference in breast size or to have their breasts more proportionate to the rest of their body. BODY CONTOURS: Though time is often a precious commodity for a woman in her thirties, maintaining a healthy diet and consistent exercise routine are important for her general health and physical appearance. But sometimes even diligent dieting and exercise cannot get rid of localized deposits of fat, especially in the hips, thighs and abdomen. Liposuction is a surgical procedure that is designed to remove these fat pads from various sites on the body. A new form of liposuction, Ultrasonic Assisted Liposuction, uses ultrasonic energy to "melt" fat into easy-to-extract liquid. It allows the surgeon to suction larger volumes of fat with less bruising and recovery time than traditional liposuction. Back to Latest Articles by Dr. Gibby

Diane Gibby, M.D., P.A., F.A.C.S  Licensed in Texas, Dr. Diane Gibby is board-certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery (ABPS) and the founder of The Women's Center for Cosmetic and Plastic Surgery.  She is a member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS), American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS), American Medical Association (AMA), Texas Society of Plastic Surgeons (TSPS), Dallas County Medical Society (DCMS) and the Board Certified Plastic and Cosmetic Surgeons of Dallas. She is also a Fellow in the American College of Surgeons (F.A.C.S.). Dr. Gibby's office is located at Medical City Dallas, Building C, Suite 820, (972) 566-6323. Individuals interested in brochures or names of qualified plastic surgeons in their area may call the American Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons at 1-800-635-0635.

Female Plastic Surgeon Doctor Gibby now on Dallas Doctor Bios

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This Valentine’s Day Celebrate Your Love, Appreciate Your Body, Replenish Your Spirit Share

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Becoming comfortable and learning to love your body is not about crash dieting and spending hours at the gym to attain that elusive ‘perfect’ body. While incorporating good eating habits and regular exercise into your daily routine is very important, having a good body image is ultimately about acceptance and loving yourself. A healthy body image occurs when a woman’s feelings about her body are positive, confident and self-caring.

This positive image is what motivates women to care for their bodies, find outlets for self-expression, have confidence in their physical abilities and in general, feel comfortable with whom they are. Feeling good often translates into looking good, with the understanding that we are all unique individuals.

Women, who already have a healthy body image and desire to enhance, but not change their appearance, will generally benefit the most from cosmetic surgery. Always remember, plastic surgery can re-shape one’s body, not one’s life. It can help improve your own natural beauty and restore what life’s milestones have altered, while imparting a renewed self-confidence.

The staff at The Women’s Center knows true beauty begins on the inside and believe that beauty should be as beneficial to your body as it is boosting to your confidence. It isn’t enough to enhance your physical appearance if your overall health isn’t at its personal best.

We refer to our philosophy of health and vitality as “Healthy Beauty”, the healthiest approach possible to a more beautiful you! Our patients are encouraged to live a healthy lifestyle, which will contribute to maintaining or even improving their surgical results..

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How to choose a nose doctor

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Getting to know Jack Gunter, MD.







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A patient Testimonial of Plastic Surgeon Dr. Fred Hackney

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Female Plastic Surgeon opens facebook site.

Doctor Diane Gibby, a Dallas area plastic surgeon, has seen the potential of Facebook for getting her name out among potential clients. Dallas area cosmetic surgeons are starting to build a presence of Facebook.


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How much does plastic surgery cost?

The cost of being beautiful. How much do various plastic surgeries or treatments cost?
These are based on averages of asking less then 10 doctors in various places around the country. Prices will vary.

Breast Surgery

- Breast Augmentation
$6,000- $9,000
Breast implants when bigger is better.

- Breast Reduction
$6,000 - $9,000
When smaller would be better.

- Breast Lift
$3,000 - $6,000
If gravity is getting you down, this lifts you up again and can also sometimes make them look bigger.

Facial Surgery
- Face Lift
$5,000- $10,000
A face lift can reduce wrinkles, lines and sagging skin

- Browlift
$2,500 - $5,000
A browlift can make you look younger by reducing or getting rid of wrinkles and lines.

- Rhinoplasty Or a nose job
$4,000 - $5,000
A rhinoplasty can be done to make the nose shorter, have less of a hump, make it more narrow or change the shape of the nose in many different ways.

- Otoplasty or Ear Surgery
$900 - $1200
Otoplasty can change the shape of the ears or how far they "stick out."

Body Surgery

- Liposuction
$3,000 - $10,000
Removal of fat from various parts of the body.

- Abdominoplasty Or A Tummy Tuck
$1,000 - $2000
Excess skin and fat from the middle and lower abdomen can be removed with a Tummy Tuck (Abdominoplasty). This procedure also tightens the muscles of the abdominal wall and dramatically improves the appearance of a protruding abdomen. Women in particular have a hard time strengthening these muscles after changes associated with pregnancy have stretched their abdomen to the limit. Weight loss can also cause loose skin in the abdominal area, which may be resistant to toning by exercise. Tummy tucks can be performed as an outpatient procedure, but some patients may be more comfortable staying in a hospital facility overnight.

To find a doctor in the Dallas, Texas area to give you a firm quote on these procedures, please click here.

Non-Surgical Procedures

- Chemical Peel
$300 - $2,500
A chemical peel removes the upper layers of skin and expose the newer skin below.

Restylane Injections
$350 - $400
Fillers are injected into the skin to make them fuller.

- Microdermabrasion
Price: $1,000 - $3,000
Microdermabrasion is a type of skin resurfacing that helps remove upper layers of skin and expose newer layers of skin.

- Laser Hair Removal
$400 - $1000

- Botox
$1500
(multiple treatments)
Botox treatment temporarily reduces wrinkles.

To find a dermatologist in Dallas, Texas to give you a firm quote on non-surgical procedures, please click here.

Video Biography of Dr. Jack Gunter, plastic surgeon

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When Plastic Surgery Calls for a Do-Over

NO face-lift stops time, so as aging continues, even a satisfied patient may choose have another one a decade later. But what if your face-lift never pleased you, not because of complications or monstrous scars, but because of aesthetics pure and simple? Perhaps your first surgeon’s technique resulted not only in a tighter jaw line, but also a flat wind-swept cheek and a stretched mouth. Or your nose no longer has an unsightly bump, but now, postsurgery, is asymmetrical.

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One of the plastic surgeons interview was Dr. Jack Gunter.
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Female Plastic Surgeon in Dallas Texas is on Facebook

Dr. Diane GIbby is the latest cosmetic surgeon in Dallas to get a facebook page for her practice.


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Best Doctors in Dallas Award 2009

These Dallas area plastic surgeons were in DMagazine in the "Best Doctors" category.

Cosmetic/Reconstructive Surgery

Gregg Anigian, MD
C. Spencer Cochran, MD
Jack Gunter, MD
Fred Hackney, MD
Patrick Hodges, MD
Hamlet Newsom, MD
Todd Pollock, MD
Patrick Pownell, MD
Bryan Pruitt, MD
Steven White, MD

Dallas Plastic Surgeons

Dr. Michael Bogdan Plastic Surgery Gunter Center Aesthetics & Cosmetic Surgery 8144 Walnut Hill Lane, Suite 170 Dallas, TX 75231 More Info

Dr. Jack Gunter Plastic Surgery Gunter Center for Aesthetics and Cosmetic Surgery 8144 Walnut Hill Lane, Suite 170 Dallas, TX 75231 More Info

Dr. Harlan Pollock Plastic Surgery North Dallas Plastic Surgery 8305 Walnut Hill Lane, Suite 210 Dallas, TX 75231 More Info

Dr. Todd Pollock Plastic Surgery North Dallas Plastic Surgery 8305 Walnut Hill Lane, Suite 210 Dallas, TX 75231 More Info

Dr. Patrick Pownell Plastic Surgery Patrick Pownell, M.D., P.A. 7150 Greenville Ave, Suite 310 Dallas, TX 75231 More Info

Dr. Bryan Pruitt Plastic Surgery Dr. Bryan Pruitt 8315 Walnut Hill Lane, Suite 125 Dallas, TX 75231 More Info

Dr. Steven J. White Plastic Surgery USA Plastic Surgery 8230 Walnut Hill Lane, Suite 814 Dallas, TX 75231 More Info

Laser Vaginal Rejuvenation in Dallas

Laser Vaginal Rejuvenation ® is the hallmark procedure in the newly established field of cosmetogynecology. This one to two hour surgical procedure treats vaginal relaxation, a common condition associated with childbirth and aging.

to see the bio of Wesley Ann Brady, a Dallas area doctor who does this procedure, please click here.

Breast Reduction FAQ

Q. I am embarrassed by my extremely large breasts, but have heard that a breast reduction leaves bad scars. Is this true?

A. Anchor-shaped incisions that follow the natural contour of the breast often remain visible for up to a year and then will fade with time.

Q. My large, sagging breasts have always made me extremely self-conscious. Is breast reduction the answer?

A The decision to have any cosmetic surgery is always a personal one and should be considered carefully. Breast Reduction can often provide relief to women who have endured physical discomfort as well as emotional distress due to oversized breasts.

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Breast Lift Questions and answers

Q. What can I do for sagging breasts?

A. An outpatient procedure called “mastopexy” can remove excess skin and tighten sagging skin on the lower half of the breasts. Sometimes an implant is used to fill out the lifted breast.

Q. Babies, breastfeeding and hitting the big 4-0 have taken a toll on my breasts. Is there a procedure that can reshape my sagging breasts?

A. An outpatient procedure called “mastopexy” can remove excess skin and tighten sagging skin. Sometimes an implant is used to fill out the lifted breast.

Answers by Dr. Diane Gibby, specializing in female plastic surgery, http://www.drgibby.com

Breast Questions

Q. Help! My baby is a year old and although I’ve lost all my pregnancy weight, my breasts sag and I still have a tummy. What are my options?

A. Pregnancy and breast-feeding often changes the shape of a woman’s body. If a consistent exercise program doesn’t achieve the desired results, there are several body-contouring procedures that can reshape the breasts and abdomen. The type of surgery best for you will depend on your age, size and skin elasticity.

Q. Should I get a mammogram if I have breast implants?

A. Mammograms are critical in detecting cancer, and women over 40 with implants should have them yearly. Make sure your mammographer has experience imaging breasts with implants and knows the special views needed to screen for cancer.

Q. What is the advantage of using a textured breast implant as opposed to a smooth one?

A. Some studies show a decreased risk of scar tissue with textured implants. However, textured implants may increase the risk of visible rippling, particularly when implants are placed above the muscle or in women with very thin skin.

Q. How will I know if my breast implant has ruptured?

A. It is usually obvious when a saline implant ruptures because the breast will become smaller as the water in harmlessly absorbed. A ruptured silicone implant can be more difficult to detect and may require radiological tests, such as a sonogram or MRI.

Q. What is considered the best placement for breast implants, above or below the muscle?

A. Although once exclusively placed over the chest muscle, many doctors today prefer the “submuscular” approach. Where the implants are placed depends largely on the amount of existing breast tissue, breast shape, type of implant used and the desired end result.

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Breast Augmentation FAQ

Q. I’m worried about losing nipple sensation after Breast Augmentation.

A. While there is always a small risk of nipples becoming numb or oversensitive after breast surgery, usually any lost sensation is regained within 3 months.

Q. I am considering breast implants but am concerned about Capsular Contracture. What causes this condition and how common is it?

A. Virtually every body will respond to the presence of an implant by forming a capsule of scar tissue around the implant. In most cases the presence of this scar capsule is not detectable and the breasts look and feel very natural. In about 5 percent of patients, however, the capsule contracts around the implant causing the breast to feel hard and in some cases the shape of the breast will be distorted, often requiring additional surgery.

Q. I am considering a breast augmentation but am nervous about deciding on a flattering size and then conveying that decision to my doctor without any miscommunication. Any suggestions?

A. I suggest that my patients come to the office with photographs of the size breasts they wish to have, as well as pictures of breast sizes that they do not want. This helps eliminate all but a certain range of sizes and also give me a good visual idea of what my patient’s goals are for surgery.

Q. I am ready to schedule my breast augmentation, but am nervous about outpatient surgery. Is it safe?

A. It is important that the outpatient facility, including the physician’s office, is accredited to perform the type of surgery you are requesting. Ask for these credentials, including information about the person performing your anesthesia. At the Women’s Center, board certified anesthesiologists are involved with your surgical care.

Q. I am interested in having a breast augmentation before my beach vacation in three weeks. Will this allow for enough recovery time?

A. You may be tired or sore but should be up and around within 24 hours. While recovery time varies from patient to patient and depends largely on pre-surgery health, you should be fine to travel three weeks after surgery.

Q. Do breasts with implants experience sagging over time?

A. All breasts relax as time passes, because the weight stretches the skin, elasticity is lost with age and the amount of breast tissue often decreases as a woman get older. These factors mean that breasts can be expected to sag slightly whether or not there are implants present.

Answers provided by Diane Gibby, M.D. a specialist in plastic surgery in the DFW metroplex. http://www.drgibby.com