When we talk about plastic surgery, it’s usually the roof party somewhere in Beverly Hills we imagine, or the perfect beach body getting out of a brand new Porsche in Palm beach. Plastic and cosmetic surgery have long been considered an American symbol, something rooted in its culture of showmanship and appetite so deeply it’s almost a tradition. And yet, …
In recent years there has been an enormous rise in popularity of attaining the “perfect” hourglass figure. With celebrities like the Kardashians and Instagram pages dedicated to “booty gains” one can’t help but judge their own ass-ets in the mirror. If you’ve tried fad “butt-building” diets or you’re tired of all those squats not amounting to squat, board-certified plastic surgeon, …
What You Should Know About Ear Pinning If you’re tired of wearing your hair down, hiding your ears under a hat when it’s not winter, or avoiding ponytails in the summer, you may benefit from otoplasty (ear pinning surgery). The adjustment of the angle your ears sit at naturally can be oriented for a more aesthetically pleasing look. Because of …
Do you find yourself taking photos from only certain angles, avoiding a glimpse of your profile in the mirror, or even trying makeup tricks to try to minimize the appearance of your nose? Or maybe you feel just plain self-conscious about your nose? Whatever the case may be, if you find yourself unhappy with the appearance or shape of your …
While most men appreciate breasts, no guy wants to see them adorning his own reflection in the mirror. Yet, the number of men who will someday deal with gynecomastia – also known as “man boobs” – is well over a third of the general population. That’s a staggering number of men who will suffer the psychological toll of a condition …
Oh, the dreaded jiggle of the “bat wing” – that droopy, swinging skin that seems to undulate independently of the person waving at a taxi or a friend, and makes sleevelessness a nightmare. It evokes memories of grandma reaching to hug you with arms that wiggled in the wind – and it can make an otherwise confident person cringe at …
If you’re exhausted with looking exhausted, tired of being asked if you’re tired, or generally unhappy with the appearance of your eyes, you may be a candidate for eye lift surgery. Blepharoplasty can correct sagging, drooping, and generally tired-looking eyes. By removing a bit of skin and fat from the area, your eyes can appear more youthful and awake. If …
The last weeks of summer are always bittersweet: Though a part of you is probably looking forward to crisp fall air and golden leaves, no one likes to leave the long, sunny days of summer behind. After all, the season’s end means abandoning a more leisurely pace of life and returning to work or school, putting an end to holiday …
Keeping skin hydrated and healthy is more challenging than many people realize, particularly during summertime. Though we often associate dull, scaly skin with dry winter air, summer sunshine is actually much more damaging to our dermis. In fact, research shows that harmful UV radiation is responsible for approximately 80 percent of the visible signs of aging. Other summer risk factors—like …
The road to becoming a plastic surgeon is a long one. One of the most common misconceptions people have about plastic surgery is that it requires less education, training, and on-the-job experience than other forms of specialized surgical practice. Because plastic surgery is both incredibly varied and highly specialized, plastic surgeons need to complete over a decade of training before …