Nov 02, 2017

Do I Really Need to Wear Sunscreen in the Winter?

Simply put, YES! Now that it’s getting cooler outside many people ditch their SPF, which is a big no no. Wearing daily SPF protection is critical […]
Nov 01, 2017

The Many Benefits of Retinol

Written by Nicole Hackett, Master Esthetician When considering what products to use in your skin care regimen, Retinol, a form of Vitamin A, should be at […]
Oct 17, 2017

How to Get Rid of Age Spots

We we all might not enjoy getting older physically, I think we can agree that it’s great to be getting wiser… and not having to sweat […]
Oct 16, 2017

Can I Repair Multiple Earlobe Repairs in One Visit?

It is not that uncommon today that a woman will have several tears, usually two, in the same earlobe. Of course, the question I always get […]
Oct 05, 2017

Will I get better results with a more invasive procedure?

This is a complicated question – with a perhaps complicated answer! Of course, if you can get the same results with a non-invasive procedure as you can with […]
Oct 05, 2017

Increasing Belly Fat Loss

The first consideration is whether this fat is external or internal. If it is external, it is in the subcutaneous tissue and is usually pinchable. If […]
Oct 04, 2017

How much downtime and pain come with an earlobe repair?

The very short answer is that you should be in and out of my office in 30 minutes for a single torn or stretched earlobe repair […]
Sep 25, 2017

Non-Surgical Mommy Makeover Options

What is a “Non-surgical mommy makeover”? Although there is no dictionary definition, I define this as methods used to help restore mothers to their pre-child state, […]
Sep 05, 2017

Why Our SculpSure Pricing is So Much Lower than Other Providers

Most places are charging between $1,500-2,000 per session for SculpSure fat melting sessions, while my office only charges $1,000/session. Why? Because you truly need 2 seasons […]
Aug 24, 2017

Do I ever Recommend Against Plastic Surgery?

The quick answer is quite often. There can be countless reasons for this, but they can probably best be grouped into two main categories: Risk outweighs […]
Aug 24, 2017

Who is a Good Candidate for Male Breast Reduction

Those who are not affected by having “man boobs” (larger breasts than typically), do not realize how much emotional distress this can cause a man. Most […]
Aug 24, 2017

Laser Hair Removal for Asian and Olive Skin

When it comes to laser hair removal and skin color, not all lasers are created equally. Someone with white or Caucasian skin has much less to […]
Aug 24, 2017

Can You Remove Fat Without Surgery?

The short answer is YES, you can remove fat without surgery. SculpSure is the newest and best way to remove permanently subcutaneous fat (the fat under […]
Aug 01, 2017

Breast Augmentation or Breast Lift: Which One is Right for Me?

This is an extremely common question and a good one. The answer really depends on where your nipple-areolar complex (NAC) lies relative to where your breast […]
Jul 28, 2017

Why You Should Insist on a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

I’ll be honest, the fact that this is even a question is bewildering to me. But it also brings to light for me that people may […]
Jul 25, 2017

Reversing Facial Fillers: Where, How and How Often?

There are a large number of facial fillers on the market and they are becoming immensely popular. Although, not quite as popular as Botox, they are […]
Jul 24, 2017

3 Summer Must Haves for your Skin

Written by Jacqueline Seabra, Master Esthetician Summer is that time of the year when sweat glands and sebaceous glands are more active – meaning the skin […]
Jul 17, 2017

How to Improve your Results after a Tummy Tuck, SmartLipo or Sculpsure

Whether it’s a tummy tuck, SmartLipo or SculpSure, you have invested considerable time, money and effort into your body contouring procedure and you surely want to […]
Jul 13, 2017

The Evolution of Breast Implants

Let me first note that is  meant as a guide and not a historical thesis. However, I could not resist adding the paragraph below from Wikipedia: From […]
Jun 25, 2017

Ashley Black and the Fascia Blaster: My Thoughts on the War on Cellulite

Every woman knows what the term cellulite refers to: the cottage cheese certain areas, including your thighs, have with dimpling or waviness. While it doesn’t seem […]
Jun 25, 2017

Why Laser Hair Removal is Not Ideal in Summer Months

Many people do not consider laser hair removal until the weather gets a little warmer and they start baring more skin. However, by that point, I’d […]
Jun 22, 2017

Bridal Makeover: Plastic Surgery for the Bride-to-Be

It is almost universal that a woman would like to look her very best on her wedding day. However, from a plastic surgeon’s perspective, it takes […]
Jun 13, 2017

Should I Have a Tummy Tuck Before Having Kids?

  A high percentage of tummy tucks performed are after a woman is done having children. They often aren’t happy with the stretched out look that bearing children […]
May 15, 2017

A Day in the Life of a Plastic Surgeon

  One of the better things about being a plastic surgeon is that no two days are ever alike. I thought it would be fun to […]
May 08, 2017

My Experience with the PicoSure Facial Treatment

[ As a Master Esthetician, I can truly say that I’m delighted with the results from my PicoSure facial, which is a minimally invasive treatment. As […]
Apr 30, 2017

Are Breast Augmentations Still Taboo?

The quick answer is NO! In the United States alone, there are literally millions of women who have had a breast augmentation. Based on the sheer number […]
Apr 26, 2017

My Personal Experience with SculpSure

  I have been a practicing plastic surgery since I finished my residency and fellowship in 1990. I have only done one cosmetic procedure on myself, […]
Apr 12, 2017

Who is a Good Candidate for the VI Peel?

VI Peel is a unique chemical solution that uses medical-grade ingredients to remove the damaged surface layer of the skin. This is done essentially by causing […]
Apr 06, 2017

What’s New in Cosmetic Surgery for 2017

  It’s amazing what advancements take place each year in cosmetic surgery. This part year has brought about two major breakthroughs, PicoSure and SculpSure.  The PicoSure […]
Mar 27, 2017

SmartLipo Versus Traditional Liposuction

One of the most frequently asked questions I receive is how do SmartLipo and regular liposuction differ and which is better. Traditional liposuction involves infiltrating a wetting […]
Mar 24, 2017

Is a Mommy Makeover Right for You?

It’s important to understand that a Mommy Makeover is not a specific set of operative procedures. It refers to the surgery one might undergo after having a baby. […]
Mar 22, 2017

How Effective is Laser Hair Removal?

Laser hair removal is one of the most popular uses for lasers in the cosmetic/aesthetic industry. The reason for this is because it works so well. […]
Mar 02, 2017

Picosure Laser Facial Results: Before & After