Being unhappy with the size and shape of the chest is not exclusive to women. Gynecomastia, or “man boobs”, is an incredibly common condition that affects over 50% of the male population. Until recently, men were reluctant to discuss their chest, even with a doctor, and were therefore often ignorant of the fact that there… [Read More]
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Celebrity & Plastic Surgery
Like it or not, we are living in the age of the celebrity, where anyone can become famous. There is even a term, “influencers,” to describe once average people who develop a strong enough online following to move the cultural needle and drive sales. The effect of celebrities on plastic surgery is powerful. In the… [Read More]
Understanding Breast Augmentation Cost
As a consumer, I love a good deal. Finding something I want on sale always makes me feel like I won the lottery. However, I also know that price is not the only element that makes something a deal. There are other things to consider, such as the quality of the product, whether it will… [Read More]
Combining Procedures Can Maximize Results
“Time is of the essence” is an old adage that has never felt more appropriate. Despite the fact that we are living in an era of hyper-connectivity with devices that allow us to easily multi-task, it turns out that most of us still feel as if there are never enough hours in the day. This… [Read More]
Bad Camera Angle, or Do I Need a Neck Lift?
Like it or not, we are living in a world where technology rules. While the pandemic may have ramped up “screen” use, chances are that you were already spending a lot of time looking at yourself through the lens of a camera. This shift in habits has placed the neck center stage, pulling our attention… [Read More]
What is the cost of a breast implant exchange?
If you already have breast implants or are considering breast augmentation, it’s important to keep in mind that a breast implant is a medical device, not a lifetime device. As with the battery in your car, at a certain point, you will probably need to have your implants replaced. Changes in body contour due to… [Read More]
Selfies Can Create Unrealistic Plastic Surgery Goals
The birth of the modern “selfie” may not have occurred until 2010 with the advent of the iPhone 4’s front-facing camera, but over the last 12 years, selfies have become an integral part of our daily lives. Even if you aren’t someone who chronicles your every move with the camera feature on your phone, we… [Read More]
How to Prevent, Treat & Reverse Sun Damage Skin
The sun is an essential part of life. Not only does it allow plants to grow, providing us with food, but it’s also an excellent source of Vitamin D for us humans. This is crucial for developing and maintaining healthy bones and muscles, energy and mood. However, it is estimated that 90% of skin aging… [Read More]
Anesthesia 101
Many aesthetic procedures require some type of anesthesia. Even with something as simple as Botox® and/or dermal fillers, I will sometimes numb the treatment area first with a topical anesthetic cream or gel in order to make your experience as comfortable as possible. However, anesthesia is something that many of my Boston area patients find… [Read More]
Pain Management Tactics
“Is it going to hurt?” This is probably one of the two most common questions I get from my Boston area patients. It doesn’t matter if it’s a non-surgical patient who’s come in to discuss dermal fillers or a woman who’s interested in a breast augmentation. As an intrinsic part of our survival instinct, the… [Read More]
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