breast implants

SHOULD I REMOVE MY BREAST IMPLANTS?

Before we answer that question directly – because it does require a great degree of explanation. Breast augmentation is, along with rhinoplasty the two most common procedures performed in our country. It’s estimated that approximately 400,000 women receive breast augmentation in the United States alone. Add to that the rest of the world including Europe and it may approach a …

ultrasonic rhinoplasty

ULTRASONIC RHINOPLASTY DOES NOT LIVE UP TO ITS MARKETING MESSAGE

Piezo’s ultrasonic rhinoplasty concept is not new. Piezo means pressure with the Greek derivative. The manufacturing company wants to sell these devices to plastic surgeons. They came up with the idea of applying pressure in the form of ultrasound to special tips to cut bone and contour cartilage. To be blunt, I see no benefit to this tool over the …

endoscopic facelift

IS ENDOSCOPIC FACELIFT BETTER?

Reversing the effects of aging on the face is a highly sought-after procedure. Turning back the clock with respect to sagging cheeks, jowls, and especially the neck is a highly desirable state of being. To achieve this, we must have a facelift. The principle of a facelift is to create incisions usually in relatively inconspicuous locations on the face including …

jawline

HOW TO GET THE MOST DEFINED JAWLINE

The bony and soft tissue structure of the jawline is a very important and significant component of the aesthetic look of the face. Looking at the jaw from the front. We define the angle as the position of each jawbone as it diverges from the chin. A very wide angle is a very masculine look whereas a very narrow angle …

eyelid

CAN THE LOWER EYELID SKIN BE REMOVED TO TIGHTEN THE LOWER EYELID AREA?

Chin Implant or Chin Filler?

A very important focal point of our glamorous and elegant looks is our profile. We all strive to be the best we can be in all aspects of our life. When I consult with the patient about their chin profile – I first check the occlusion. That is the bite. How do the teeth meet? Is it a normal bite? If the occlusion is abnormal or nonfunctional, this issue must be addressed prior to or simultaneously with the profile.