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Oct

Fat Is Fabulous: Perspectives From Plastic Surgery

Much time and effort is spent on trying to eliminate fat from our bodies, and the means at our disposal are seemingly endless. Our focus is on reducing excess weight, either by diet and exercise, or if that fails, by any number of surgical and non-surgical interventions. Li...

Oct

Happy 2017! Time for a New Year’s Resolution and a New You

The New Year is upon us and as such, it offers an opportunity for men and women alike to embark upon a new, better path, which many incorporate into a New Year's resolution. Often these resolutions involve some form of physical or emotional improvement, including such...

Oct

Planning Ahead for Holiday Beauty: Look Your Best With Quick, Effective Procedures

‘Tis the Season… almost! Hallowe'en has passed, Thanksgiving is around the corner, and we are about to embark on the holiday season. Here in New York City, this means more parties, more social events, more outings - and more selfies, photos, and social m...

Oct

Need a Revision? Choose Your Plastic Surgeon Wisely

Women and men are undergoing plastic surgery procedures in record numbers, and in most cases they are happy and satisfied with the results of their surgery. Although complications are rare, some cosmetic patients may need a revision of their aesthetic surgery either because of a...

Oct

Summer’s Almost Here – Are You Ready For Hot Weather?

The sun is out, the temperature is rising, and it feels like summer. Memorial Day Weekend marks the unofficial start of the summer season, which means less clothing and more skin showing. What are the best ways to get ready for the heat, sand, and surf? Sun protection: Most i...

Oct

More Millennials Seeking Plastic Surgery

Plastic surgery is increasingly being sought by younger patients, and the millennial generation is a prime example. Born in the 80's and 90’s, these tech-savvy young adults grew up surrounded and heavily influenced by social media - facebook, twitter, inst...

Oct

Neck Rejuvenation: Kybella and New Options

A youthful neck appearance can be recognized by several characteristics of the skin, fat, and muscle. These features include: an angular, even jawline, with tight skin and smooth contour throughout. With time and gravity, changes associated with aging affect the appearance of th...

Oct

Here Comes the Sun: How Much Is Good For You?

With springtime and warmer weather come sunnier days and more daily sun exposure. We know that UV rays can lead to sun damage and skin cancer, but some sun exposure is essential for our health. New research, however, examines the beneficial effects of sun exposure. A Swedish stu...

Oct

Best Tips For Facing Winter Cold

While we may all wish for warmer days, we must manage through a few more weeks of winter weather. With record breaking temperatures predicted for the weekend, here are the top 5 tips to help your face stay looking young and wrinkle free despite harsh cold and windy days. Mois...

Oct

Is There Mercury In Your Skincare Products?

Dr. Hutchinson is providing the following information for our patients' benefit, compliments of the Amercian Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS): The FDA has issued a warning that some face creams manufactured abroad and sold in the United States illegally contai...

Oct

Melanoma Rates on the Rise – Latest Study Shows

Despite preventive measures and an increased awareness of the potential risks of sun damage and exposure to UV ray, recent studies continue to show a rise in the number of cases of melanoma. The statistics are particularly alarming for adolescents and young adults, in particular...

Oct

Teenagers and Tanning: Risk of Melanoma

Teenage girls who frequented tanning salons in the 1990's account for a sharp rise in melanoma patients in their 20’s and 30’s currently being diagnosed with melanoma. Pre-prom tanning sessions are responsible in many instances for an increase in cases of melano...

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