Plastic surgeons have performed operations on patients of all ages, with the bulk of surgery on young patients being reconstructive in nature for acquired or congenital deformities. Rhinoplasty, or nose jobs, may be indicated for girls as young as 16 years of age, and are acceptable in appropriately selected candidates in that age group. OtherRead More
When it comes to finding a great plastic surgeon, patients in NYC are lucky to have some outstanding choices. If you’re thinking about undergoing any cosmetic surgery procedure, do your research before proceeding with surgery. Meeting with the surgeon is essential in establishing a professional relationship based on trust and developing a subjective personal response.Read More
With Memorial Day upon us, the the unofficial start of summer has arrived. As you emerge from a long cold winter and spring, you may not have been motivated to get your “beach body” in the best shape. If you want a flat tummy and toned muscles before your summer vacation, then here are aRead More
Numerous epidemiologic studies have sought to establish whether women who have undergone cosmetic breast augmentation are at increased risk of developing breast cancer. The conclusion of these studies is that breast implants do not increase a woman’s risk of breast cancer. A recent study from Canada (1) analyzed whether breast cancer is diagnosed at aRead More
Breast enhancement with saline or silicone breast implants has obvious physical results, and a new study (1) in the journal Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery evaluates the potential psychological benefits of the procedure. In its review of over 200 cases of breast augmentation, the plastic surgery study found that in over 98% of cases, patients’ expectationsRead More
Silicone gel filled breast implants that are currently used in plastic surgery for breast augmentation are significantly different from those previously available. The original implants that were manufactured had not undergone the rigorous evaluations mandated for medical devices. The FDA imposed a moratorium on the use of silicone breast implants for cosmetic breast augmentation inRead More
A common concern for both women and men is the unsightly appearance of dark under eye circles and puffiness. Like many of our physical features, these are due to our genetic makeup, but they can contribute to making us look tired and are often one of the earliest signs of aging. Despite the large numberRead More
