Before undergoing a tummy tuck, patients typically have a number of questions for Dr. Loeb about the procedure, covering everything from c-sections to tattoos, to risks and recovery time. If you are considering surgery to sculpt and flatten the abdominal region, check out some of the most frequently asked questions about the procedure. Who is a good […] Read more

Did you ever see someone’s social media “selfie” and think, “That looks nothing like the person in real life!”? The practice of taking photos at certain angles to make a person look better is nothing new, but the American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery says there has been a significant increase in “social-media […] Read more

New York plastic surgeon Dr. Thomas Loeb performs a number of breast enhancement procedures, including lifts, augmentation with implants, reductions, and the correction of breast asymmetry. During a series of initial consultations, he ensures that patients come in with realistic expectations and have a thorough knowledge of all potential risks and outcomes. In his years […] Read more

New York City resident Nafsika Lourentzatos learned the hard way the importance of seeking a board certified plastic surgeon for any type of cosmetic procedure. The former Manhattan-based event planner had been dreaming of a larger bust line since her teenage years, and says she researched NYC breast enhancement options but had never really heard […] Read more

Thirty-nine year old Amy Klein is one of thousands of New York women who resisted the urge for plastic surgery despite her dark under-eye bags and less than perfect skin. Her commitment to remaining au natural held steady for years, until a friend’s L.A.-based surgeon cousin offered a free stem cell facelift he wanted to […] Read more

From hot spot fillers to overnight zit killers, the stars need every tool in a skin doctor’s arsenal to stay on the right side of public perception. For people whose very existence depends on their looks, they know the camera is unforgiving. Every zit, bump, wrinkle, or ripple is gleefully plastered across Instagram, Twitter, and […] Read more

Plastic surgery is not just about making cosmetic improvements for vanity’s sake. Surgeons not only help people improve their appearance, but their self-esteem as well. The quality of life for young women with breast asymmetry is often quite poor, reports the American Society of Plastic Surgeons. A recent study found that young women with breasts […] Read more

Cosmetic surgery was a growing market between 2000 and 2012, particularly in the area of minimally-invasive procedures. Recent studies have shown these procedures to be very safe with few complications or side effects reported. The American Society of Plastic Surgeons has reported on the results of a 12-year study that showed the number of cosmetic […] Read more

As plastic surgery in New York City and throughout the country continues to grow in popularity, some residents of the Big Apple have started focusing on new areas of the body for cosmetic enhancement. While the procedures may seem strange on the surface, patients are achieving satisfying results in these areas and are prompting others to […] Read more

Breast implants are so commonplace that many people do not even bat an eyelash at having the procedure done. Plastic surgeon Dr. Thomas Loeb has performed thousands of such surgeries, but he’s never quite seen anything like Sara and Emma Koponen, 25-year-old identical twins who have recently made headlines for spending more than $24,000 on […] Read more