Planning a plastic surgery procedure? At the start of this transformative journey, most patients find themselves exploring plastic surgery before and after photos, which offer a glimpse of your possible results.  While before-and-after galleries on surgery websites tend to offer realistic patient stories, cosmetic procedure results are commonly displayed in misleading ways on social media—a practice that may get hundred of “likes,” but which can leave patients questioning their own experience after surgery (and even, in some cases, fuel a desire for more surgery).  As Dr. Emily Kirb ..read more

Dr. Emily Kirby regularly consults with patients who have achieved significant weight loss, particularly after bariatric surgery, semaglutide, or tirzepatide treatment. While losing a large amount of weight is a tremendous accomplishment, we understand that you may be left facing a new challenge: excess skin. Below, we explain the available options for excess skin removal. Why excess skin occurs Our skin naturally has elasticity, or the ability to bounce back when stretched, due to its collagen and elastin proteins. But after significant weight loss, your skin may not completely shrink back ..read more

Are you struggling with a stubborn tummy pooch that won’t budge? You’re not alone. Even with good nutrition and an active lifestyle, unwanted curves can often hang on for dear life! The good news is that we have effective solutions to firm up the abdominal area for men and women.  Below, female Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon Dr. Emily J. Kirby explains 4 procedures that can help. Tummy tuck: The comprehensive solution A tummy tuck, or abdominoplasty, is ideal for targeting a tummy pooch for those with stretched or widened abdominal muscles, moderate excess fat and loose skin in the abdo ..read more

Wedding season is quickly approaching in Fort Worth, and if you are engaged, you are likely exploring your options for achieving a confident glow on your special day. Here, we highlight the top surgical and non-surgical procedures and treatments that are particularly popular among the brides we see at Kirby Plastic Surgery & Kalos Medical Spa. Surgical Procedures Breast Augmentation Breast augmentation involves placing medical-grade silicone- or saline-filled implants to increase breast size and improve fullness. Fat grafting of the breasts is also an option for some patients. For patient ..read more

Liposuction is a safe and effective procedure to define and contour your physique. And as a leading plastic surgery practice in Fort Worth, we understand the importance of providing accurate and valuable information to our patients to help them make informed decisions.  Below, Fort Worth Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon Dr. Emily J. Kirby explains the intent of liposuction and answers a frequently asked question about this body contouring procedure: “Why is there a limit on how much fat can be removed with liposuction?” What is liposuction, and how can it benefit me? Liposuction is a popu ..read more

Have you ever wondered how the experts maintain their own health and beauty? Here, female Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon Dr. Emily J. Kirby shares the top beauty tips she practices to keep her skin healthy for lasting beauty. Prioritize hydration We know that you know that water is essential. Still, in case you need a little encouragement to refill your water bottle, a research study by Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology measured the effects of increased water intake on skin aging, superficial and deep skin hydration, and transepidermal water loss (TEWL—when water evaporates ..read more

A breast lift removes a small amount of excess skin to reshape and reposition the breasts for a more youthful, natural breast appearance. There are 4 typical breast lift incision techniques and, while periareolar or lollipop incisions are shorter incisions, anchor mastopexy is often the ideal technique for achieving optimal improvement for some patients. Female plastic surgeon Dr. Emily J. Kirby regularly performs breast lifts using the anchor technique to achieve optimal results for her patients, and she shares 3 things you should know about this procedure here. This technique may provide op ..read more

You know that your skin needs collagen to stay youthful-looking and firm, but do you need to take a supplement? Before investing in a new regimen, it is important to consider the evidence and how other factors, like your lifestyle, impact your skin health. Below, Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon Dr. Emily Kirby explains. Collagen in our bodies Collagen is a vital protein that makes up a significant portion of our bodies—about one-third of our body’s protein content. It is considered the body’s “scaffolding” because of its role in providing structure and strength in skin, muscles, tendons, and ..read more

Anesthesia has a significant impact on your plastic surgery experience, as it will affect both your comfort level and your recovery time. While you are likely aware of general anesthesia, which allows you to sleep during surgery, many patients are surprised to learn that there are several types of anesthesia. Here, Fort Worth Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon Dr. Emily J. Kirby explains the levels of anesthesia used in her plastic surgery center and medical spa. Local anesthesia Sedation anesthesia Regional anesthesia (i.e. TAP blocks) General anesthesia Local anesthesia Local anesthesia is a ..read more

In 2020, over 690,000 Americans died of heart disease (cardiovascular disease), making it the leading cause of death in the United States. Unfortunately, many women do not realize that heart disease is deadlier than cancer, despite being preventable. Nor do many people realize that signs of heart disease in women differ from those in men, making them easily overlooked. Since chest pain is not the only sign of heart disease, it is critical that women know what signs to look for, the risk factors, and lifestyle changes that can help prevent it. What is heart disease? Heart disease, also known a ..read more