Suffice it to say that the female breast plays a very significant role in the world today. Exploration of the female breast and its overall form medically, philosophically, and artistically occurs throughout time. It’s been known for some time that breast augmentation using silicone or saline implants has been the most popular plastic surgery procedure since its inception. The use …

A large part of our practice is body contouring after weight loss or multiple pregnancies. These operations can be very rewarding and very helpful to the patient. This is because it can produce a much more attractive and, in most cases, refined and streamlined body configuration. Like all things in plastic surgery health and safety are our first priority. The …

A subset of liposuction is liposculpting or liposculpture. This technique is best suited for patients who are in good shape and close to their ideal weight. Liposuction is not a weight-loss procedure. The goal is to achieve a better contour and overall appearance in areas that are resistant to diet and exercise. Common areas include the breasts and love handles …

The term mommy makeover is not a surgical anatomic term but is used to describe the potential body changing effects of multiple pregnancies on the mother’s body. These changes are more exaggerated when there are two or more pregnancies. They include loss of breast volume, loss of breast perkiness and position, stretch marks, and excess skin and fat from the …

The concept of fillers has become very popular throughout the world. Fillers come in several categories which include temporary, semipermanent, and permanent. The most common fillers are temporary ones. It is necessary to dissolve these fillers for the most part prior to surgery – especially rhinoplasty. It is slightly easier for surgeons to work around fillers. And, the remainder of the …

The upper third of the face beginning at the eyebrow and extending to the hairline can also show signs of aging. The central portion of the brow between the eyebrows usually does not fall. This is because the underlying muscle is attached to the bone. From the mid-pupil laterally or toward the side of the eye the tissue can droop. …

The topic of skin scars and scar revision is very complex. However, simply put it is the body’s ability to repair any type of injury. Whether it be traumatic or surgically created. In plastic surgery, we are especially concerned with the appearance of our post-surgical scars. Scar repair or wound healing is a relatively complex bodily function. For optimal results, …

An ENT or Plastic Surgeon? When it comes to rhinoplasty, I am highly opinionated. Not all plastic surgeons are the same. The greatest difference is in this specific operation is the nose job. In my opinion, knowledge, experience, skill, training, and talent are the essential requirements for a rhinoplasty surgeon. Plastic surgery in general is basically creative anatomy with some …

Keep in mind that rhinoplasty requires the greatest attention to detail and skill. Furthermore, plastic surgical experience is essential. Not all plastic surgeons or ear, nose, and throat doctors offer rhinoplasty as a surgical service. I highly recommend that you analyze and compare the before and after galleries of all the plastic surgeons you’re considering performing your rhinoplasty procedure. Occasionally …

The axilla, or the armpit, often accumulates fat. In a female, this can also be an extension of the breast tissue. This area of excess skin and fat can be unsightly. Especially in certain garments. For example, strapless gowns or bathing suits. Removal or flattening of this armpit fat with armpit liposuction is often desirable. Flattening or contouring this area …