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Secondary Revisions of Soft Tissue Problems of Cheekbone (Zygomatic) and Orbital Facial Fracture Repairs

Cheekbone (zygomatic) and orbital fractures are very common results of blunt trauma to the face. Methods to put the displaced bones back in place and secure them with plates and screws so they can heal properly are well known. But even when these facial bones are put back into perfect anatomic position and the Read More…

The Brazilian Butt Lift Explained

The Brazilian Butt Lift is a confusing term for those interested in buttock reshaping. The misleading part of its name is that of the lift. It is absolutely logical to assume that the buttocks are actually moved upward by some type of tissue lifting or relocation. This would usually mean that skin and fat Read More…

Chin Implant Augmentation in Athletes and Sporting Activities

Chin augmentation is a very effective procedure for those who suffer from microgenia or a weak chin. It is a procedure that is performed almost equally in both men and women. In males, it is more commonly done when they are younger usually under the age of 40. It is also this male age group Read More…

Frequently Asked Questions about Fat Injections

Injectable fat grafting is one of the newer plastic surgery techniques. While it was first done in humans as early as the 1950s, it has gained tremendous popularity in this decade for a variety of face and body procedures. Liposuction certainly accounts for one of the reasons fat grafting has become popular as we have Read More…

How Long Will My Breast Implants Last?

The popularity of breast augmentation continues to grow. In 2008, over 300,000 women had breast implants placed. Another 80,000 had breast reconstruction, of which at least half of these involved the placement of implants. Like all medical devices, they rarely are permanent or last forever. In 2008, nearly 40,000 implants were replaced or removed. With Read More…

The Death of ex-Miss Argentina from Injectable Buttock Augmentation – Inherent Risk or Improper Surgery?

‘A 38 year-old ex-Miss Argentina has died from complications after undergoing plastic surgery on her buttocks. Solange Magnano, who won the crown in 1994, died of a pulmonary embolism three days after having a gluteoplasty done in Buenos Aires. Close friend Roberto Piazza said the procedure involved injections and the liquid “went to her lungs Read More…

Submentoplasty for Neck Wattle Reduction – Who is a Good Candidate?

Many people want to improve the appearance of their neck without having to resort to their concept of a facelift. Getting rid of their neck wattle would return them to a younger look and be able to wear ties, turtlenecks or jewelry more comfortably. The fear of a facelift is a near universal one. Whether Read More…

Teeth Whitening for Smile Rejuvenation

As a plastic surgeon who regularly does procedures to enhance and improve the perioral region of the face, the color of one’s teeth can also make a significant impact on these results. Smiling is an expression that is framed externally by the face and internally by one’s teeth. Full lush lips that move to Read More…

Smartlipo and Local Anesthesia

Smartlipo, or laser-assisted liposuction, is a significant advance in fat removal technology. Using heat to liquefy fatty deposits provides a more effective means of mobilizing and evacuating unwanted body contours. Based on advertisements and promotions which is widespread across the internet and in local markets, Smartlipo is almost synonymous with the use of local anesthesia. Read More…

Defining the Role of Liposuction in Facial Reshaping

Liposuction is a very effective method of fat removal. While it can be used in almost any location of the body where there is fat, it does have limitations. And when applied to certain fat areas, it may even have the opposite effect of an undesired result. The face is one such area where the Read More…