It’s safe to say most women in America have a few inches they’d like to lose around their midsections. The stomach is one of the most troublesome realms to shed excess fat, no matter how much dieting and exercising a person does. Men and women who are looking to “flatten out” often come into Dr. […] Read more

The latest beauty trend is facial rejuvenation in New York, according to a recent article in the NY Times. The American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons found that the number of minimally-invasive cosmetic treatments increased more than 10 percent from 2011-2012, compared with just 3 percent for plastic surgery. Minimally invasive skin rejuvenation in New […] Read more

South Korea’s love affair with plastic surgery has made headlines, and one lasting craze that has swept the nation has left some people cringing at its intended effect: an everlasting smile. Known as smile lipt (lip + lift = lipt), the procedure elevates the corners of the mouth slightly, giving patients a happy look, though […] Read more

Recent reports of plastic surgery horror stories nationwide reinforce the importance of finding a board certified plastic surgeon for any type of body contouring or facial rejuvenation procedure.  In some of the latest news stories, patients have died after undergoing illegal cosmetic procedures, while others have suffered serious injuries that have resulted in hospitalizations and amputations of […] Read more

Since 1997, the number of men electing to have cosmetic surgery has increased 106 percent, according to a spokesman for the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS). Just like women who elect to refresh their appearance and turn back the clock on aging, men want to look as good as they feel, knowing that a […] Read more

In the late 1980s, the American Association of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS) issued a strong statement against the use of “fat grafting” in breast operations, in which fat is transferred from other parts of the body and placed in the breast area to either enhance the breasts or reconstruct them after breast cancer. Things have changed […] Read more

Betty Ford openly confessed to America that she had undergone facelift surgery to remove eye puffiness and loose neck skin. After successfully overcoming a mastectomy and several addictions, she felt it was appropriate to present a new face for the new Betty Ford. Since Betty Ford went public with her surgery, millions of Americans have […] Read more

Technology has made plastic surgery cheaper, safer and better than ever before. The trend isn’t just happening here in America, though. In South Korea, one in five women living in Seoul have had some type of procedure done, according to a 2009 survey by Trend Monitor. South Korea has the highest per capita of plastic […] Read more

We’re all taught not to judge a book by its cover, but in reality humans are hardwired to appreciate physical beauty – so says prominent Australian plastic surgeon Dr. Bryan Mendelson. His latest book entitled “In Your Face” is based on academic research and his own discoveries about the benefits of plastic surgery for both […] Read more

You have probably heard names of some of the best cosmetic surgeons in NYC, but how do you narrow your choices down to the one that is perfect for you? Here is some important advice on how to pick a plastic surgeon. Look for specific credentials Almost every doctor is “board certified,” but experts say […] Read more