As a plastic surgeon, I evaluate faces everyday to help my patients improve the quality and health of their skin. One product I always recommend adding to your morning skincare regimen is a sunscreen! Through my career, I have learned that patients either love sunscreen or hate it. Proper education about the benefits of sunscreen […]

The first thing to know is that there are many different types of lasers on the market today. There are lasers that are designed for hair removal, lasers designed to deliver heat to the skin, lasers designed to ablate tissue, and many many others. Within each of these categories, there are several different manufacturers that […]

Photo from Atlantic Physical The benefits of a breast reduction can be transformative for patients. Those suffering from macromastia, or large breasts, are impacted significantly. I often hear that large breasts can make purchasing clothes, exercising, and even daily activities difficult. Symptoms of macromastia include neck/back pain, grooving along the shoulders and potential rashes along […]

When people think of plastic surgery, injectables such as hyaluronic acid fillers and Botox don’t typically come to mind. However, I love the transformative effects that can be made using simple injections. Similarly, patients often share their surprise and excitement about the improvements we can make non-surgically. Though filler is not a permanent option, it […]

Abdominoplasty, or tummy tuck, is one of the most performed cosmetic surgeries available. The operation is designed to improve the contour of the abdomen by removing excess fat and skin. During the procedure, I also tighten the abdominal muscles that can become stretched and separated through life and pregnancy. Abdominoplasties can be done either with […]

The popularity of breast implants has only grown since the FDA lifted its ban on silicone implants in 2006. According to the National Plastic Surgery Statistics Report, over 330,000 women underwent breast augmentation in 2018, and it continues to be the top cosmetic surgical procedure since 2006. Are breast implants safe, though? With an ever-increasing […]

Botox is primarily used as a neuromodulator to relax the muscle and affect the prevalence of wrinkles that occur when animating the face. Common treatment areas include forehead creases, frown lines, often referred to as the 11’s, and crows’ feet. One great thing about Botox is the ability to customize treatment plans for each patient. […]

  With greater than 300,000 surgeries performed in the U.S. alone this past year, breast augmentation is the most common cosmetic surgery being performed. Women ranging from 18 years old to 50 years old are seeking consultations for breast augmentations now more than ever. Modern advancements in breast implant technologies allow for greater options for […]

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