Cosmetic Surgery

Hair thinning and balding is a common problem that affects both men and women, potentially causing significant distress. Male pattern baldness, the most common cause of hair loss, affects a full 53% of men by the time they reach their 40s. Throughout history, people have resorted to various methods in an attempt to fix this ... Read more

Slimming oils, smoothing creams, body wraps and at-home massaging devices generate massive revenues. Yet, the sad fact is that none of these interventions has been proven to truly banish cellulite. Enter Cellfina. According to clinical studies and patient testimonials, this minimally invasive, in-office medical treatment reduces the appearance of lumpy skin for up to three ... Read more

Can People with Diabetes Undergo Plastic Surgery? A diagnosis of diabetes shouldn’t limit a patient’s options for plastic surgery, but how you manage your diabetes will have a significant impact on your eligibility for surgery as well as your overall recovery. Although there is no known cure, type 2 diabetes can be reversed through various ... Read more

If you’ve been researching different kinds of tummy tucks (abdominoplasty), you’ve probably come across the no-drain tummy tuck and the standard tummy tuck. For those who have never had cosmetic surgery before, often just the word “drain” can be a major turn-off. But these devices aren’t as scary as they seem. In fact, in most ... Read more

Opioid use has become a national health crisis in the United States. Over 42,000 people died from opioid overdose in 2016, nearly 30% more than in 2015. Large studies are underway to find timely solutions. The American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA) suggests that opioid alternatives may be the best choice for all patients following surgery. ... Read more

Sliding genioplasty is a chin enhancement procedure where a doctor physically slides the jaw bone forward to create more projection in the chin and lower face. Those looking to treat a retrusive chin (caused by a lower jaw that doesn’t project much from the face), are good candidates for sliding genioplasty. Sliding genioplasty brings more ... Read more

Beauty trends aren’t unlike cultural trends at large; what was once considered a faux pas could now be en vogue, whether in relation to hair, skin or figure. But one physical trait has been constantly sought-after throughout human history, with very few exceptions, and that’s luscious, full lips. Take a stroll through the Louvre or ... Read more