Stem cell cosmetic surgery has become a popular option for many doctors and patients, but a recent review published in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery had words of warning for patients. Authors of the review cautioned that advertising for stem cell procedures was running far ahead of clinical evidence to support the safety and efficacy of […] Read more

Making the commitment to undergo plastic surgery can be a daunting decision for many potential patients. Not only is plastic surgery a significant financial investment, but it is not uncommon for those considering a procedure to feel anxious at the thought of invasive surgery. Thankfully, a new app offers automatic enhancements of “selfie” pictures, perfect […] Read more

Debbie Harry has made no secret of her previous plastic surgery procedures, but that did not stop her from banning close-up shots at her latest gig at Glastonbury. The Blondie bombshell prohibited photographers from parking in the pits during her performance before wowing crowds with her renditions of Blondie classics like “Call Me” and “Heart […] Read more

According to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, 15.1 million cosmetic surgery procedures were performed in 2013, and of those more than 13 million were considered “minimally invasive.” Botox injections, chemical peels and laser skin resurfacing are on the rise, but so too are stranger procedures, as recently reported by Salon.  Among the weird and […] Read more

Aspiring to look like an icon one finds beautiful or handsome is nothing new, but an alarming number of women and men are taking this to the next level with celebrity lookalike plastic surgery. One woman recently shelled out $25,000 in the hopes of being a Jennifer Lawrence doppelganger. But are such extremes motivated by […] Read more

A full facelift, post-op medications, plus eight days in a luxe recovery center costs only $6,000 in Costa Rica – just one of many countries reaping financial rewards of the medical tourism boom. In light of rising health care costs and Obamacare frustrations, it’s no wonder more than a million Americans venture abroad for affordable […] Read more

Not so long ago, macho men would have bristled at the thought of plastic surgery – even those minimally invasive treatments like Botox. But as the stigma of cosmetic surgery has dissipated, more and more guys are turning to this revolutionary wrinkle smoother. And just like that, the notion of “Brotox” was born. The American […] Read more

Many people find celebrities attractive, but some admire the features of certain superstars so much they opt for a plastic surgery celebrity makeover. Most may request the nose or eyes of a movie icon they adore, while others seek a total transformation — from head to toe. While plastic surgeons aren’t asked to perform such […] Read more

Your canine friends can soon say goodbye to wrinkly skin, flabby bellies and droopy eyes. A little nip and tuck can do wonders for Fido, and give Garfield that makeover he’s always dreamed of. It’s true – plastic surgery for pets is not only available, it’s becoming one of the biggest trends for America’s most […] Read more

Consensus among the best NYC cosmetic surgeons is that DIY plastic surgery puts patients at risk for devastating results – outcomes that could be avoided completely if candidates sought treatment from licensed and experienced medical professionals. Many “do-it-yourself” treatments have left patients with permanent scars and irreparable damage – like the case of a South […] Read more