Since Jason Alexander’s character in the movie Shallow Hal popularized the word “cankles,” it has become an inseparable part of the American lexicon and the bane of stiletto lovers everywhere. If you have calf-ankle issues, you don’t have to live with them. Cosmetic surgery can let you kiss your cankles goodbye, but do check with […] Read more

BodyTite is a cutting-edge fat removal and skin tightening treatment that targets stubborn pockets of fat that are resistant to diet and exercise. For patients who want to get rid of unsightly bulges and sagging skin, but do not want to undergo invasive plastic surgery, this revolutionary procedure offers safe, targeted results with virtually zero downtime and […] Read more

Strappy dresses, short shorts and bikinis… oh my! Winter may be going out like a lion, but spring has nearly sprung. Swimsuit season is just around the corner, which means it’s time to start thinking about getting your body swimsuit ready. Are you dreading the mere notion of a skimpy bathing suit? If you want […] Read more

Tummy tucks often lead to significant and lasting weight loss for patients who undergo the procedure, according to studies by the American Society of Plastic Surgeons. Researchers believe neuroendocrine mechanisms promote weight loss and encourage feelings of satiety following abdominoplasty. One year after the procedure, 14/20 women had lost more than five pounds. The average […] Read more

This New Year’s Eve, make a resolution you can actually keep and resolve to turn back the clock. Manhattan plastic surgeon Dr. Thomas Loeb can help you look as young as you feel. “There are many effective approaches for erasing the effects of aging and help you to look younger.” Fight the effects of gravity […] Read more

For many women, a three-way dressing room mirror provides their first glimpse of the dreaded “bra fat” rolls that tend to creep up when you least expect them. In reality, skin rolls around the bra line can happen at any age, although women with higher body mass indexes (BMI) are more likely to suffer the […] Read more

Are you considering having a nip here, a tuck there? If so, you’re certainly not alone. Plastic surgery is even more popular than ever before and many patients are becoming ever more adventurous in the types of procedures they choose. Long gone are the days when cosmetic enhancements were spoken of in hushed tones. Men and women […] Read more

Abdominoplasty is a proven way to get rid of excess skin and fat in the stomach area, and is especially helpful for patients who cannot achieve a toned core with diet and exercise alone. Also known as a tummy tuck, this plastic surgery procedure is also designed to restore damaged and weakened abdominal muscles that […] Read more

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

A recent study suggests the benefits of body contouring plastic surgery for long-term weight control in patients who have undergone bariatric surgery. Bariatric surgery with laparoscopic adjustable gastric banding is often the last resort for people who are dangerously obese. Indicated for men and women with a body mass index (BMI) of 40 or higher, […] Read more