All About Breast Implant Profiles When it comes to breast augmentation there are many different options to choose from. Implants come in different sizes, shapes, and materials. However, the most commonly misunderstood characteristic of breast implants is their “profile.” Implants are available in several different profiles including low profile, moderate profile, moderate plus profile, high profile, and… Read More »
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Is Your Workout Making You Old?
I first thought about this question when I was in medical school. As an avid runner since I was 12, I have heard numerous myths about the bad side effects of running. My grandmother used to tell me that my uterus would become injured from all of the bouncing and I wouldn’t be able to… Read More »
Liposuction: Tell Me All About It!
Who makes a good candidate for liposuction? The ideal candidate for liposuction is a man or woman who is physically fit, as close as possible to their ideal weight and who has stubborn fat deposits that persist despite their best efforts. Liposuction is NOT for weight loss; it is to contour the body and help those who… Read More »
Helping Breast Cancer Survivors Feel Whole
Breast cancer is a disease that threatens and sometimes takes lives. But even?women who win their battles with cancer suffer scars, often literal ones. Some lose portions of or all of their breasts, and that physical change can be traumatic. For women who have been through that battle, plastic surgeons can provide an important service,… Read More »
Simultaneously Rejuvenate Breast Shape & Volume
Unfortunately gravity is unceasing and combined with age and sun-related skin loss of elasticity a woman’s tissues surrounding her breast can lead to the breast mound falling lower on the chest. Additionally, the volume inside the breast can diminish with hormonal changes after pregnancy and menopause and with significant weight loss. All these factors triumphantly… Read More »
Giving Plastic Surgery As A Gift
As the holidays roll around, people sometimes call my plastic surgery office inquiring about giving the gift of plastic surgery. A wife may want to pay for her husband?s eyelid lift, or a husband might ask to surprise his wife with a breast augmentation. The generosity of a gift comes down to motivation. If a… Read More »
Is There Real Science Behind Beauty Fads?
Since the dawn of time, men and women have tried a number of products and treatments to either fit in with the existing beauty trends or improve their appearance. In the modern day, plastic surgery is the standard approach for looking your best. Yet, that hasn’t stopped a few new and odd-sounding options from springing… Read More »
Get Ready For Summer With a Tummy Tuck
Now that it is almost spring and the weather is getting warmer, many people are starting to consider plastic surgery so that they have time to recover and look great for the beach season in the summer. One of the most common body contouring procedures that men and especially women consider is a tummy tuck, also… Read More »
Be Kind to Your Skin this Winter
As winter is upon us, you have probably noticed that you skin is getting dryer. This is common and we see changes in our skin throughout the seasons of the year. And, your skin will require different care and treatment depending upon the season of the year. So what should you be doing differently? Glad… Read More »
New Trend: Grooms Getting Botox
For brides, a pre-wedding beauty routine is pretty much a given. Between their skin, hair, nails and teeth, most women have a plan in place for months before they’re set to walk down the aisle But recently grooms have started to hop on the treat yo self train too: “Brotox” a.k.a. male botox is officially a… Read More »