Elective surgery can be tricky to discuss with your family for a number of reasons. Patients are often worried that they will be judged for having a cosmetic procedure, and when the source of potential objections is family, the prospect can be even more daunting. The key is in helping loved ones understand that cosmetic […] Read more
People really do judge books by their covers, and when they meet someone new, they make snap judgments based on that person’s appearance. What does your skin say about you? If you have age spots, sun spots, acne marks, or facial flushing, your skin probably doesn’t say what you want it to. But there are […] Read more
Anyone who has consulted a bariatric surgeon about weight loss surgery already knows it’s no magic bullet solution. It requires substantial anatomical alterations, a drastically different lifestyle, and an enduring commitment to healthy living. Despite this, bariatric surgery continues to grow in popularity because it has the potential to save lives affected by obesity-related health […] Read more
Swimsuits are pretty unforgiving. They’re great for showing off a perfect body, but they’ll also reveal love handles, a flat butt, and a small cup size. Since beach season is already here, it’s too late to schedule plastic surgery for this year’s tropical vacation. But there’s plenty of time to plan for next year. And […] Read more
There’s nothing wrong with giving flowers or jewelry to your paramour for Valentine’s Day, but many modern couples prefer to think outside the box of chocolates. According to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, a recent survey found that 32% of women are receptive to the idea of receiving plastic surgery as a gift. Twenty-seven […] Read more
Can the universal perceptions of beauty be analyzed and crunched into numbers? That’s the question posed by an intriguing article recently published in JAMA Facial Plastic Surgery. The study, “Validation of a Method for Estimation of Facial Age by Plastic Surgeons,” was published by Dr. Denis Souto Valente of the Pontificia Universidade Católica do Rio […] Read more
The idea of giving a loved one the gift of plastic surgery this holiday might seem rather unusual. Although jewelry, luxury watches, and winter coats are all conventional holiday gifts, you might be looking for something unique for that special someone in your life. A gift certificate to a plastic surgery practice is a thoughtful […] Read more
Plastic surgery is no longer solely the domain of the young. More seniors ages 65 and older are increasingly exploring plastic surgery to gain a refreshed, rejuvenated appearance. The American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery reported that 143,000 seniors in the U.S. had plastic surgery in 2015. Of particular note are eyelid surgeries, facelifts, and […] Read more
The saying, “The eyes are the windows to the soul” has been attributed to many people, but William Shakespeare arguably said it best in “King Richard III.” Granted, this saying is more of a literary device than a statement based in fact, but it is certainly true that a person’s eyes can speak volumes about […] Read more
In New York City and beyond, plastic surgeons have been seeing an influx of patients in their early 20s and even late teens. No longer the domain of the 40-plus crowd, cosmetic surgery clinics offer a suite of services that appeal to men and women of practically all ages. According to a recent survey of […] Read more
