With Botox, less isn’t always better. A cosmetic surgeon explains the nuances of forehead Botox. So you want Botox® to treat your forehead lines. You don’t have any other wrinkles, so you’ll just need one area of Botox—the forehead—right? Actually, using Botox in the upper face is not so cut-and-dried: the forehead area should almost… Continue Reading »
Liposuction is known for its safe, consistent, and permanent fat removal results. It has long been the go-to body contouring procedure to refine and enhance nearly every part of the body. But did you know that “awake liposuction” is quickly becoming the preferred technique by many patients to target unwanted fat? Liposuction is one of… Continue Reading »
It is en vogue for cosmetic surgeons to advertise that they offer “drainless” or “drain-free” cosmetic surgery, meaning that you will not be required to wear drains at your incision sites after procedures like a facelift or a tummy tuck. But, in general, most cosmetic surgeries should be drainless procedures—this is simply best practice and… Continue Reading »
If you are planning to have cosmetic plastic surgery, you have probably been told to quit smoking. The reason for this is actually the nicotine itself—not just the act of smoking! So, vaping nicotine products, wearing a “patch,” chewing gum, or using anything else containing nicotine is strictly off limits for a minimum of 4… Continue Reading »
Breast implant illness, a collection of systemic symptoms linked to implants, is a difficult diagnosis to reach. Once you arrive at this conclusion as the root of your symptoms, it is important to learn about your options for removing implants in hopes of achieving symptom resolution and restoring an aesthetically pleasing, natural breast shape. Explant… Continue Reading »