The positive effect that great skin can have on your appearance cannot be overstated. Clear, glowing skin gives the impression of health, vitality, and inner youth, even in the presence of wrinkles and gray hair. Although as a plastic surgeon I don’t have the same training in skin health as a dermatologist, skin care is an indispensable part of my … Read More
Liposuction vs Abdominoplasty
I saw a patient yesterday who presented with a request for liposuction of the abdomen. However, when I examined her, I felt that she was a better candidate for an abdominoplasty, or a tummy tuck. What determines which option is best for a given patient? Liposuction is the ideal choice for patients who have focal areas of fat deposits which … Read More
ISAPS 2014 Global Statistics
Now that we’ve all recovered from World Cup 2014 hysteria (at least here in the United States), it’s time for aesthetic procedure hysteria! The International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons (ISAPS) recently announced their 2013 statistics. These numbers are compiled from data obtained from aesthetic surgeons around the world. The results showed that there were more than 23 million surgical … Read More
WHAT IS PELLEVÉ?
The popularity of non-invasive procedures continues to expand! Although as a surgeon, I always prefer to be in the operating room with my scalpel, I must confess that I personally will opt for a non-invasive treatment if it can achieve my goals. The newest instrument in our office is Pellevé, a radio-frequency based, non-invasive treatment that delivers energy deep into … Read More