Back pain, whether chronic or intermittent, affects 80 percent of U.S. adults at some point in their lives, reports the National Institutes of Health. While some instances of throbbing back pain or sudden spasms are simple to pinpoint, others are not so easy. Your back muscles – just like those in the rest of your […] Read more

We all know that a tummy tuck flattens the belly and liposuction reduces unwanted bulges, but can going under the knife really improve your health? Research and anecdotal evidence seems to suggest that plastic surgery is much more than an exercise in vanity — there are long-term physical and emotional health benefits to be enjoyed […] Read more

Having a nose job is one of the most common cosmetic procedures in the U.S. and across the world. Nearly 44,000 nose jobs were performed last year, according to 2022 statistics from the American Society of Plastic Surgeons. When performed by an experienced rhinoplasty specialist, nose reshaping surgery can produce exceptional results, whether removing a […] Read more

Liposuction is one of the world’s most performed plastic surgery procedures for good reason. This body contouring treatment is minimally invasive, delivers outstanding results with little downtime, and can be performed on various body parts where stubborn pockets of fat have accumulated. When diet and exercise aren’t enough to get rid of problem areas (love […] Read more

Many plastic surgery patients of non-Caucasian heritage are concerned with maintaining their ethnic identity after a nose job. In the past, surgeons tended to perform rhinoplasty with the image of the typical Caucasian nose in mind. This may work for some people, but ideally, any plastic surgery should be individually tailored to each patient. That’s […] Read more

Thinking about breast augmentation or a facelift? If your heart is set on plastic surgery, but you’re not quite certain about the timing for recovery, there are some definite advantages to scheduling cosmetic enhancements during the Fall and Winter. Whether you want a total Mommy Makeover or some subtle body contouring, here are a few […] Read more

In 2011, the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery reported an upward trend in the number of retirees seeking cosmetic surgeries, including facelifts, liposuction, and breast lifts. After putting in a lifetime of hard work, there’s no good reason why septuagenarians or even octogenarians shouldn’t treat themselves to better confidence—provided their health allows the surgery. […] Read more

Some surgeons believe they have exact scientific ratios for symmetry, while others say not every beautiful face fits the mold just right. Having Amber Heard’s eyes or Kate Middleton’s nose might not make a person look exactly like these celebrities, but a plastic surgeon’s trained eye can pinpoint thoughtful adjustments that bring out an individual’s […] Read more

Dr. Thomas W. Loeb is a renowned NYC rhinoplasty surgeon who first picked up media headlines for Paula Jones’ amazing nose transformation in the nineties. NY Daily News described the final result as “shorter, straighter, slightly upturned, and more or less cute as a button.” She said she got the surgery to lose her “family […] 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