A woman’s natural endowments are often tied to genetics as well as her general body composition. A woman with a low percentage of body fat may have smaller breasts for her frame. Some women with small breasts or a bust profile that has changed with age and certain lifestyle factors may be dissatisfied with their current endowments. If you feel... read more »

Our faces age in two ways. Gravity and elasticity play their role as we celebrate our birthdays. To counter those effects we have surgery that helps place tissue back where it should be and re-contours our faces. The second way our faces age is via our skin's surface that like a road becomes weathered. The first signs of this part... read more »

The human psyche is a complex thing. Topics like body image, social phobia, depression and body dysmorphia can spark polarizing debates throughout our culture. It’s also worth noting that many individuals who seek out cosmetic services are dealing with serious medical or cosmetic issues that impact their quality of life. At our practice, we strive to help individuals understand the... read more »

Not only should one take their time in choosing a surgeon but certain attributes are worth stating. The surgeon should be certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery which has the highest standards for certification that gives more assurance that the quality of the work and the patient's health will be of utmost importance. The process of aesthetic surgery... read more »

The human face comes equipped with a vast number of facial muscles and connective tissues. Some play a physical role in the functions of your face and jaw, while others are primarily tasked with helping you make facial expressions. While you might not always think about it, your forehead and brow line is often engaged in important facial expressions. Subtle... read more »

Performing a breast self-examination once each month plays an important role in catching any aberrations before they can develop into a more serious condition. While the self-exam is primarily intended to catch early signs of breast cancer, it can also help with the early detection of breast cysts and other medical conditions. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention also... read more »

Wrinkles, sagging skin and lines on your face are an often unfortunate yet natural result of growing older. While a variety of factors can contribute to an aging appearance, primary causes of the skin aging are often related to decreased exfoliation at the surface layers of your skin as well as reduced collagen development in the deeper dermal layers. Early... read more »

Recently I have been pleasantly surprised on a number of occasions by the nursing staff at different facilities who acknowledged their surprise at the ages of my patients. The common thread among these patients is that they all had facelift and eyelid surgeries with me in the past. They were returning for unrelated procedures. Their aesthetic procedures were performed on... read more »

Bearing children can cause significant changes to your body as well as your lifestyle. Many women who have had one or more children will notice long-term increases in their body fat, sagging breasts, loose abdominal skin and other changes in their appearance. Once you are done having children, you may want to consider various cosmetic procedures to address these issues... read more »

Many people are in a hurry to obtain what they want. Even when it comes to surgeons sometimes the choice is based on cost and/or availability on their personal calendars. One should spend time not only consulting and deciding on the surgery but on the surgeon as well. Sometimes the expedient date or low cost is not worth the result... read more »