Choosing the best plastic surgeon for you can be a difficult process. This is obviously not the type of shopping where finding someone from a phone book will do. Unfortunately, some still do. A certain amount of research should be done before you ever consider making the appointment. Ask around. Review physician websites. Review before […]
Read More »I get calls from friends and family frequently asking exactly this question. The 4 cm gash across the nose obviously needs to be repaired. Get off the computer and calmly take your child to the doctor or E.R. What about the small cut? Which of those need to be repaired? Clean or dirty? If it […]
Read More »“Natural breast augmentation” is becoming a popular term in breast enhancement. But what does it mean? Of course, patients interested in breast augmentation would for the most part prefer a natural breast augmentation. Does this mean the results look “natural” or that the augmentation uses natural tissue without implants? Natural breast augmentation can mean: Breast […]
Read More »A patient presented to me two weeks ago from the east coast. She is predominantly Spanish speaking and as a result the communication before her visit was lacking. She had arranged for a consultation with the assistance of her daughter and the translator in the clinic. We were told she was from the west coast […]
Read More »1 + 2 = 5? Many patients who desire plastic surgery are interested in more than just one procedure. For example, the massive weight loss andmommy makeover patients often request multiple cosmetic procedures. Patients who have lost a lot of weight often find that their reward for hard work is loose skin. These patients often desire a face lift, […]
Read More »Liposuction is a procedure under constant evolution. First there were traditional dry techniques developed in the 1970?s. Fat was simply removed by suction. This was bloody and frankly barbaric. The tumescent liposuction technique was invented in the 1980?s by Dr. Klein, a California Dermatologist. This significantly cut down on bleeding and risks. Most cases of […]
Read More »Finding a good bra after breast augmentation can be challenging. Here are a few tips. For the first 6 weeks to 3 months (depending on the surgeon) the bra should be comfortable, without underwire, and clasp in the front. We use a simple post surgical sport bra. After the first 6 weeks, patients are excited to […]
Read More »There was a recent poll by Harris Interactive on behalf of Realself.com looking at trends in cosmetic and plastic surgery. The study surveyed over 2100 patients aged 18 and over. The study looked at interest and satisfaction with cosmetic surgery. Tummy tuck (29%) and liposuction (23%) topped the list of procedures that patients would undergo […]
Read More »Certainly, every cosmetic surgery patient is looking for a change. Sometimes, more is not better. Sometimes more is irreversible and damaging. I would rather “under-do” 10 facelifts than “over-do” one. You don’t have to look further than Joan Rivers or Kenny Rogers to understand why. Facelift results should look like a rested, more youthful version […]
Read More »Lipodissolve is similar to mesotherapy. This involves injecting a mixture of “fat dissolving” chemicals into the fat. This is marketed as a noninvasive alternative to liposuction. Yes, lipodissolve can work. The problem is it is very inconsistent. I have seen a patient with large calves and ankles who swore to me that these doubled in […]
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