breast lift

WHAT KIND OF BREAST LIFT DO I NEED?

In our Western culture, the female breast has within a range an identifiable parameter. The size, shape, nipple, areola, and position on the chest wall define the aesthetic. With respect to the position of the nipple and areola, there are several breast lift procedures. When these are put to use can produce the most pleasing and attractive breast aesthetic. Many …

cosmetic surgery

I DONT WHAT TO OVERPAY FOR SURGERY BUT WANT THE BEST PLASTIC SURGEON

Cosmetic surgery or surgery to improve your appearance requires an in-depth evaluation by the patient. The concept of quality in products and services can be identified by those seeking those products and services. Designer products have an identifiable level of appeal because of the many factors that contribute to their creation whether it be clothing or accessories or cars or …

maintaining surgical results

MAINTAINING SURGICAL RESULTS WITH NON-SURGICAL TREATMENTS

Maintaining surgical results, or maintaining a youthful facial appearance has many advantages. And, it is desirable throughout life. The face begins to age at birth and progresses decade by decade. Teens and preteens show no major aging issues. However, there are some medical conditions that create even in younger individuals and aging appearance. The gold standard for an aging face …

CAN I HAVE FILLERS AND THREADS INSTEAD OF A FACE LIFT?

Treatment of the aging face has many benefits. Generally speaking, there are surgical procedures such as a facelift and there are nonsurgical products and services. As in all areas of medicine, we first must determine the most accurate diagnosis. The aging face has many regions that foretell the advancement of time. The sagging neck, droopy upper eyelids, forehead as well …

rhinoplasty

CAN I GET A RHINOPLASTY UNDER LOCAL ANESTHESIA?

The short answer to this question is yes. However, I do not recommend it to anyone who is serious about getting the best result? Remember the best time for the best result is the first surgery. Local anesthesia may not be adequate to achieve the best complete comfort for the patient. The rhinoplasty requires detailed bone cartilage and often skin …

tummy tuck

TUMMY TUCK AND BUTTOCK AUGMENTATION WITH FAT 

A tummy tuck or abdominoplasty is a very popular procedure. It is meant to remove excess skin and fat of the abdominal wall. Especially in the area below the belly button. It’s a complex operation that also entails tightening the muscle of the abdominal wall. It also requires a very aesthetic restoration of the belly button or umbilicus. Done properly …

buccal fat

CAN BUCCAL FAT REMOVAL BE DONE AT THE SAME TIME AS OTHER FACIAL PROCEDURES?

We have covered the details of buccal fat removal in a previous blog. Remember that buccal means cheek. Therefore, the buccal fat is a golf-ball-size fat compartment below the cheekbone on either side of the face. Removal can reduce the fullness and roundness of the mid-face giving a more heart-shape appearance. The incision is in the inside of the mouth …

multiple surgeries

CAN I HAVE A BREAST LIFT, TUMMY TUCK AND LIPO AT THE SAME TIME?

As a cosmetic surgeon, patients will ask me whether they can have multiple surgeries at the same time? In the right hands, that is the right Plastic Surgeon, multiple procedures may safely be performed simultaneously. Breast lift or mastopexy, tummy tuck or abdominoplasty, and liposuction can safely be performed at the same time. This allows these reconstructive procedures to be …

rhinoplasty splint

CAN BULBOUS TIP BE TREATED IN THE OFFICE WITH A SMALL PROCEDURE?

As we discuss in the past, primary and revision rhinoplasty is the most challenging and detailed procedures in cosmetic surgery. Not all plastic surgeons can offer rhinoplasty of any nature and many don’t. The first time is the best time to achieve an optimal result. Avoid a revision surgery unless absolutely necessary. The tip of the nose is anatomically made …

drooping tip rhinoplasty

DROOPING TIP AFTER PRIMARY RHINOPLASTY

We often see patients who have surgery by other doctors seeking revision rhinoplasty. It’s clear the best time for the best result in all procedures especially the nose is the first time. However, there are instances where revisions may be desired. The tip of the nose is defined by its most prominent points, in the distance between them. Within a …