It’s a telling event when we start noticing fine lines, wrinkles, or loose facial skin in the mirror. It may be the first time we thought of seeking cosmetic help outside of makeup to hide our facial flaws. Perhaps a facelift began to surface in our thinking, but the idea of surgery is too drastic…. Read More »
Many of our patients in New York and New Jersey see the Fall season as a time for reuniting with family, friends, and loved ones. Thanksgiving, reunions, back to school parties, and holiday events fill their social calendars. As can be expected, most of our patients wish to look their best at these important annual… Read More »
Chubby cheeks may appear angelic, but many feel it gives them a perpetual baby face. Others feel those selfies make them look overweight. Many patients who feel self-conscious about puffiness in their mid-face area seek to find a solution to a sleeker, more chiseled cheek presence. Buccal fat removal is a simple procedure which removes… Read More »
The nose is the focal point of the face, so it’s no wonder why rhinoplasty is a popular aesthetic procedure. It’s popular but technically challenging for the surgeon, because the nose is a complex network of intersecting contours. When a rhinoplasty procedure does not go as planned, or the results are not satisfactory for the… Read More »
When attempting to resolve fine lines and wrinkles, there is no questioning the efficacy of BOTOX®. There has been so much positive experience from this injectable that there is currently a growing trend to use BOTOX® as a preventative treatment against the effects of aging. Historically, BOTOX® patients seeking relief from crow’s feet and laugh… Read More »
Any time you go “under the knife,” anesthesia is involved. There are many rumors that float around anesthetics and their effects. So, what is truth and what is fiction? What can anesthetics do to a person? What happens to a person under anesthesia? It is important to consult your physician during your preoperative appointments to… Read More »
A few years ago, you didn’t think that you could achieve a major life goal: to lose weight. As you step in front of a mirror, however, you saw for yourself that the impossible could be possible. You’re living proof that with commitment, determination, and a strong support system, you can lose weight. As you… Read More »
February is the month of love, and it’s turning everyone into mushy, hopeless romantics. However, if you’re not the mushy, touchy-feely type, you can find other ways to celebrate this Valentine’s Day. How about instead of a bouquet of flowers, or a box of chocolates, you treat yourself to something seriously rewarding – a SLUPLift… Read More »
Our face is one of the most delicate, intricate, and important parts of ourselves; it’s a wonder how it stays the same for decades, considering the barrage of outside stresses we put it through every day. As resilient as our faces are, it’s still important for us to protect it from the outside world. As… Read More »
Just because aging is inevitable, doesn’t mean that you can’t delay it. Yes, you will age, but you can also age well. And really, knowing is half the battle; the more you know about the signs of aging, the better you can fight them. It’s time to finally put a name to our long-time foe… Read More »