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  • San Diego Cosmetic Surgeon Dr. Tom Pousti Talks About Breast Lift : Mastopexy
    Description Mastopexy refers to lifting and reshaping of the breast. It can be combined with an increase in breast size (augmentation-mastopexy) or a reduction in breast size. The operation involves rearranging the breast tissue, shifting the nipple position and increasing the breast firmness by ... Read More
  • About Tummy Tuck Surgery
    An abdominoplasty, or tummy tuck, is an extremely powerful procedure that can dramatically reshape the abdomen. I’ve discussed tummy tucks in detail in another article, but I’d like to address here a point that’s confusing to many patients. Women often ask me whether they are candidates for a “mini”... Read More
  • Abdominoplasty vs. Liposuction
    I have more patients make appointments with me for liposuction of the abdomen when actually they need an abdominoplasty and vise versa. So why is treatment of the abdomen so confusing for patients? I can’t imagine because the problem is simple, it’s the skin, the abdominal wall fat, the intraabdom... Read More
  • Breast Augmentation Expert
    Dr. Teitelbaum has an international reputation for breast augmentation surgery. He is up to date with the very latest developments in breast augmentation surgery and implant technology from his extensive traveling to lecture at meetings, teaching courses, consulting to industry, and from his large ... Read More
  • Women's Self-Image and Sexual Satisfaction Increase After Cosmetic Surgery
    New York, NY (February 16, 2006) — Aesthetic Surgery Journal today released new data from a study on the impact of aesthetic plastic surgery on body image and sexual satisfaction. Women who undergo common elective cosmetic surgery procedures not only feel better about their bodies, but also have hig... Read More
  • From Planning to Post-Surgery: Breast Augmentation
    THE BEST CANDIDATES FOR BREAST AUGMENTATION While many women seeking breast augmentation, or mammaplasty are young women who have been unhappy with their figures all their lives, others are women who feel that their breasts are no longer attractive following changes in weight, changes associa... Read More
  • ASI Physicians Weigh In On
    April 11, 2008 (Omaha, NE) If it sounds too good to be true it probably is. Non-surgical alternatives to liposuction, including lipo-dissolve and mesotherapy are alluring to people across the United States. Mesotherapy and other similar non-surgical liposuction techniques are not approved by the FDA... Read More
  • Top Doc
    A “Top Doc” five years running, Dr. Michael Eisemann is a board Certifi ed Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon and a Board Certifi ed Ear, Nose and Throat, Head and Neck Surgeon. Dr. Eisemann believes that plastic surgery is the expression of beauty, balance and proportion, and, therefore, he works t... Read More
  • Analysis of Histologic and Clinical Changes Associated With Polaris WR Treatment of Facial Wrinkles
    Background: The Polaris WR is a device that combines laser energy with radiofrequency (RF) treatment to provide more focused RF energy on the skin to reduce wrinkles and/or tighten skin. Clinical results have varied from highly visible to no obvious reduction in wrinkles. Objective: This prospect... Read More
  • Breast Augmentation Options: Silicone Gel Implants
    Thanks to the recent FDA approval of silicone gel breast implants, women now have a new option for breast augmentation surgery. Dr. Kavali is experienced in performing breast augmentations using silicone gel implants since she was part of the silicone breast implant clinical trials years prior to th... Read More
  • Breast Enhancement Creates A Beautiful Curve
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  • E-Lift
    The E-Lift is a new procedure at Aesthetic Surgical Images designed for the patient who wants an earlier facelift with a shorter recovery. It is a modification of the standard facelift technique. The E-Lift has a shorter incision and is less invasive. It is therefore usually associated with a shorte... Read More
  • The Skinny On Post-Bariatric Body Contouring
    Because obesity continues to be an epidemic in America, gastric bypass has become one of the fastest growing surgical procedures. Like gastric bypass, bariatric surgery can dramatically reduce weight. As a result of the extreme weight loss that occurs with this procedure, many patients experience ex... Read More
  • The Mommy Makeover
    This is one of the latest catch phrases in plastic surgery. And of course I coined the phrase (okay every plastic surgeon says that). Regardless of this, why does it resonate so well today and what does it mean? If you haven’t been keeping up the moms of today are appreciated more for their sex a... Read More
  • The Aptos Threads Facial Rejuvenation and Lift Technique
    In addition to being a National Training Center for BOTOX®, the Bougainvillea Clinique is now a teaching center for the Bazan Aptos Thread Lift Featherlifting technique, utilizing Aptos Threads. Recently Dr. Hartog hosted a workshop dubbed ‘Threads in Orlando’ with Dr. Carl Bazan, one of the pio... Read More
  • Breast Augmentation
    Breast augmentation is one of the most common cosmetic operations performed today. Some women who seek breast augmentation have small breasts and want to balance out their figures. Others have lost breast tissue through aging or childbirth, and some would like to correct breast asymmetry which may b... Read More
  • Fourth Time's a Charm
    Some women look forward to their breast augmentation surgery as a once-in-a-lifetime experience, but for Darlene, it took 20 years, four separate surgeries, and finally finding the right surgeon to achieve the look she'd wanted all along. The First and Second Surgeries Darlene, a mother of... Read More
  • New York Magazine: Best Doctors 2010
    Dr. Kolker is distinguished as a top Plastic Surgeon in New York Magazine Best Doctors 2010, and in New York Magazine Best Doctors 2008. A New York City research and information company, Castle Connolly Medical Ltd. publishes an annual guidebook titled Top Doctors: New York Metro Area, whic... Read More
  • The 5 Fingers of Aging
    New Youth Skin Care Treatment System Goal The goal of Savannah’s Medical and Day Spa and of New Youth Skin Care Treatment System is basic – to create healthy and beautiful skin with synergistic nutrients and ingredients. Because of the multiple ingredients and transport systems required to meet t... Read More
  • Sculptra Aethsetic Treatment at our Morristown NJ Plastic Surgery Office
    Sculptra Aesthetic was approved by the FDA on July 29th, 2009 for use in correcting shallow or deep nasolabial fold contour deficiencies as well as other facial wrinkles. Sculptra is one of the most advanced treatments for restoring depleted volume to areas such as the cheeks, jowls, and nasolabial... Read More
  • With a Mommy Makeover in Orange County, Having Children No Longer Means Having to Look Like a Mom
    When it comes to Orange County plastic surgery – breast enlargement, tummy tuck and liposuction – more and more moms in Newport Beach are making theirs a combo. ORANGE COUNTY, CA – December 14, 2007 – Recently, the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS) – the largest plastic surgery specialt... Read More
  • Dr. Ambe chosen again for The Real Housewives of the O.C., Season 4
    In a recently aired episode of "The Real Housewives of Orange County," Dr. Milind Ambe consulted with Lynne Curtin's teen-age daughter about cosmetic surgery. On and off camera, he discussed rhinoplasty and Orange County breast augmentation with the 19 year-old. (Vocus/PRWEB ) December 29, 2009 -... Read More
  • Dr. Finger: Q & A Tummy Tuck, Laser Treatments and Breast Lifts in Savannah, Ga.
    These are questions I hear all the time in our consulting room. I would like to share a few with you: * If I do Pilates or yoga all my life, will I still have to get a Tummy Tuck when I’m older? Young women in their 20s often finish pregnancy with loose skin on their abdomens. Perhaps they don’t... Read More
  • A Few Minutes With Dr. Milind Ambe
    With television shows like Nip/Tuck and Extreme Makeover plastic surgery seems hotter than ever. We spoke to Dr. Ambe of Newport Beach about the science and craft of beauty and how potential patients can have a safe and satisfying procedure. Plastic surgery seems so much more popular these d... Read More
  • 98% of Elective Mastectomy Patients Would have Reconstruction Again, Says ASPS Study
    Women who have breast reconstruction after an elective mastictomy are satisfied with their decision, have low complication rates and 98 percent would do it again, reports a study in July's Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, the official medical journal of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons. I... Read More
  • Breast augmentation through navel is novel option innovative approach reduces scarring and recovery time, improves symmetry
    La Jolla, Calif. -- Cosmetic surgeons interested in a faster and safer alternative to traditional breast enlargement procedures might want to look at an approach that leaves no scars on the breast. Called TUBA (Transumbilical Breast Augmentation) the innovative approach was first developed by Housto... Read More
  • Active FX Laser Skin Resurfacing
    Dr. Todd Koch of Williamsville, NY is now offering a new in-office laser skin resurfacing procedure! The Active FX is a new fractional CO2 laser resurfacing procedure that can be performed in the office with only a topical anesthetic. This procedure requires no surgery with a minimal amount of do... Read More
  • An Interview with Dr. Arturo Guiloff on Breast Lift.
    Dr. Arturo Guiloff is a plastic surgeon certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery. Here the Doctor has answered some of the common questions bizymoms visitors have about Breast Lifting. Q. What is Breast Lifting? A. A breast lift involves lifting the breast that has "drooped" ei... Read More
  • Finding the Right Filler
    “Fillers” is a term that refers to a wide array of substances that are used for soft tissue augmentation. Typically they are used in the face to enlarge the lips, fill in moderate to deep wrinkles, and fill depressed scars. Collagen is an example of a filler and was one of only a few available unt... Read More
  • What Recession?
    07/24/2008 - In the face of an uncertain economy, one thing remains constant; people want to look their very best. Independent of what is going on with the outside world; it's what's going on inside their world that matters. No dreary weather forecast is going to dissuade thirsty consumers from taki... Read More
  • Atlanta Plastic Surgeon is New President of American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery
    New York, NY (April 24, 2007)—Atlanta plastic surgeon Foad Nahai, MD, is the new President of the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS). The Aesthetic Society, with nearly 2,400 members, is the leading national organization of board-certified plastic surgeons specializing in cosme... Read More
  • Silicone Implants: A Breast Implants USA Interview with Dr. Peter Capizzi
    Interview with Dr. Peter Capizzi, Board Certified Plastic surgeon serving Charlotte, NC in reference to the recent approval of silicone implants: Breast Implants USA: What is your viewpoint of the recent approval of silicone implants? Peter Capizzi MD: This is a giant step for most ... Read More
  • Otoplasty
    Otoplasty, commonly known as ear surgery, is performed to set prominent ears back closer to the head or to reduce the size of large ears. For the most part, the operation is done on children between the ages of four and 14. Ears are almost fully grown by age four, and the earlier the surgery,... Read More
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  • Lip Augmentation San Francisco
    Full lips are a sign of youth and fertility. The lips tend to be ample in youth, and slowly shrink with age. Many options exist for plumping thin lips, so it is important to choose the option that is best for you. The most common cosmetic procedure for lip enhancement is by way of an injectable f... Read More
  • Irvine Plastic Surgery Practice Now Offers Short-Scar Face Lift
    Andrew Smith, MD, FACS, is an Orange County face lift surgeon who performs short-scar face lifts for men and women who are seeking subtle facial tightening and contouring to correct early signs of aging. Irvine, California (November 2008) - While residents of Southern California often feel that t... Read More
  • New York Magazine
    New York Magazine Calls Dr. Robert W. Bernard a Top Plastic Surgeon Dr. Robert Bernard was named by New York magazine as one of “Beauty's Best” cosmetic surgeons and was the only plastic surgeon in the area to be named to New York magazine's Best Doctors list in 2004. Dr. Bernard is known for ach... Read More
  • Scientific Review Finds "Breast Enhancement" Pills Not Effective
    Manufacturers of breast supplements proudly proclaim that their products will "feed," "develop," "nurture," and "beautify" a woman's breasts. And in case you have doubts, they provide first-person testimonials and scientific statements to bolster the belief that these products do, indeed, work. But ... Read More
  • Stretch Marks After Pregnancy
    As a board certified plastic surgeon who sees a great number of young moms seeking to rejuvenate their bodies after childbirth, the issue of stretch marks comes up quite often. The key to managing stretch marks is all about prevention. I have many patients who wound up without a single stretch mar... Read More
  • Steps to getting plastic surgery
    When getting plastic surgery done, especially for the first time, it is important to follow a certain path to insure that your procedure goes smoothly. We have put together this simple yet concise list of steps for you to follow. Step 1 – The Consultation Scheduling an initial consultation a... Read More
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  • What Cute Buns You Have, Grandma!
    SCRIBBLING NOTES as the ex-professor explained some precise triangular correlation and the point of maximum projection, I was briefly confused as to whether this was about building a bridge or a woman's butt. In either case, you don't want the darn thing falling down. "We know," said Dr. V. Leroy... Read More
  • Releasing Inner Beauty
    Dr. Brian Buinewicz believes in recognizing the uniqueness of each individual and making each person feel special. “Everything has to be tapered to that patient…their physical, psychological, nutritional and surgical needs. The key is to treat the person as a whole and not just as a surgical candida... Read More
  • Breast Augmentation Newport Beach - Celebrity, Tamra Barney's Choice for Surgery
    Newport Beach, California (March 17, 2008) – Dr. Milind Ambe, a prominent Orange County plastic surgeon, was recently featured on the popular reality show, "The Real Housewives of Orange County." Tamra Barney, one of the most popular characters on the Bravo network program, chose Dr. Ambe to help he... Read More
  • Patients weigh in on silicone gel vs. saline breast implants
    Vancouver, British Columbia -- Results from an online survey of the experiences of women with breast implants suggest that overall, silicone gel implants are somewhat comparable to saline implants--although for natural feel, silicone scored higher. According to C.B. Boswell, M.D., a practitioner ... Read More
  • Cosmetic Plastic Surgery: Something for Everyone
    Today, cosmetic surgery has never been more widely accepted and performed. Gone forever, are the days when surgery was only for the “rich and famous” and women of “later years.” Prospective patients encompass both sexes, all socioeconomic groups, and virtually all ages. Article format is PDF.... Read More
  • Mind Over Pain; Dangerous Light; Brain Overload; Afraid to Sleep; Feeling No Pain; Addicted to Plastic Surgery
    Aired February 20, 2006 - 23:00 ET THIS IS A RUSH TRANSCRIPT. THIS COPY MAY NOT BE IN ITS FINAL FORM AND MAY BE UPDATED. (BEGIN VIDEOTAPE) DR. SANJAY GUPTA, CNN SENIOR MEDICAL CORRESPONDENT (voice-over): Dr. Kaveh Alizadeh, a plastic surgeon from New York, is here, among the Suni sect of Su... Read More
  • The Do's and Don’ts of Cosmetic Surgery
    For those consumers that are interested in cosmetic procedures, whether it be minimally invasive acid peels, injectables, laser treatments or operations such as breast augmentation or "tummy tucks”, there are certain criteria that you should search for to make your experience safe and to achieve th... Read More
  • Choosing a Cosmetic Surgeon for Your Breast Augmentation
    Choosing a superior cosmetic surgeon in the San Jose area for your breast augmentation (enlargement) is the first step you take in getting the results you want. Several factors must be taken into consideration when deciding the course of action for any breast augmentation procedure, based on what yo... Read More
  • Safety of Silicone Breast Implants
    Since breast implants first came on the market 30 years ago, approximately one million women in the United States have had these devices surgically inserted for reconstruction following mastectomy or breast odification to enlarge or reshape their breasts. Most are filled with a silicone gel; however... Read More

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