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Fractional Laser Resurfacing of the Neck

Resurfacing of the facial skin for wrinkle reduction is well known to be effective. Such laser improvements have been particularly enhanced by the use of fractional ablative laser treatments. The deeper penetration of the vertical laser columns, albeit on just a fraction of the skin’s surface, causes collagen production and skin tightening not previously seen. Read More…

The Safety of Outpatient Body Contouring After Massive Weight Loss

  Unlike many plastic surgery procedures that are performed in outpatient centers (e.g., breast augmentation, facelifts etc), body contouring is more extensive and invasive surgery. Some bariatric surgery patients also have associated medical conditions which may lead to increased complications form surgery or anesthesia. The question then becomes as to the safety of extensive body Read More…

The Connection of War between Memorial Day and Plastic Surgery

Memorial Day is the annual remembrance and recognition in the United States of all members of the Armed Services that have sacrificed for the freedoms that we continue to enjoy today. From Lexington and Concord to Bagdad and Kabul, millions of men and women have given in incalculable ways some of even the ultimate sacrifice. Read More…

Plastic Surgery’s Did You Know? The Anatomy of a Rhinoplasty

Rhinoplasty remains as one of the most challenging of plastic surgery operations to master. You may wonder how can such a small structure on the face can pose such difficulties. It comes down to the complex anatomy of the nose. Hidden under the skin of the nose are numerous bones and cartilages that come together Read More…

New Paradigm in Chemical Peeling – The VI and Perfect Peels

Chemical peels are the most ancient form of skin rejuvenation. For thousands of years, topical agents have been applied to the skin for an exfoliative effect. Chemical peels have evolved considerably in the past few decades as many different levels of penetration and exfoliation exist based on the agents in the formulations and their concentration. Read More…

Asymmetry After Blepharoplasty Surgery

Blepharoplasty, or eyelid tucks, remain the mainstay of rejuvenation of the aging eye area. Loose eyelid skin, herniated fat, and wrinkles are all largely tissue issues that respond best to surgical manipulation. Adjunctive techniques such as browlifts, ptosis correction, chemical and laser peels are all options that may complement the effects from a blepharoplasty either Read More…

Plastic Surgery’s Did You Know? The Shape of the Belly Button

The belly button, known medically as the umbilicus, is the only change in contour of an otherwise flat or round abdomen. While it was at one-time a vital connection between mother and fetus providing the sole nourishment for development, it remains only as a scarred reminder of its significance after birth. While belly buttons can Read More…

Breast Implant Failure and Replacement Warranties

Breast implants are similar to many other medical devices as well as numerous products that we use in everyday life. They have a limited lifespan. Contrary to the perception of some patients, breast implants will not last over a patient’s lifetime nor is breast augmentation a single time surgery. Like the tires on your car, Read More…

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