Does Botox Cause Bruising?
We’ve already talked about how long Botox lasts and where it can be injected. Today, we’re going to talk about one of the possible downsides to getting Botox: bruising. Any time an injection is made under the skin, bruising is a possible side effect. That said, bruising does not always occur after Botox is administered—in […]
Where Can Botox Be Injected?
So now that you know how long Botox can last (see last week’s post, if you haven’t already)—do you know where it can be injected? The list of places where Botox can be used is lengthier than you might expect. The most typical areas where Botox are injected, of course, are the areas on the […]
How Long Does Botox® Last?
Botox® is an injection that can help reduce or eliminate wrinkles, treat headaches and some jaw tension issues, and reduce aging skin symptoms. Many patients are interested in trying Botox® but worry they must commit to a lengthy treatment process. One of the top questions from patients considering this treatment is “How long does Botox® […]
Look Years Younger with a Facelift
More than any other part of the body, the face tends to fall prey to the tolls of time. Sun exposure, loss of elastic tissue, gravity, and the stresses of daily life gradually make their mark as we age: jowls begin to develop under the jaw; the creases between the mouth and nose begin to […]
Loose Skin After Breast Augmentation
While it doesn’t happen to everyone, it’s not uncommon for someone who has undergone breast augmentation surgery to have the skin around their breasts stretch and become a little bit loose in the years following their procedure. This can be caused by a variety of factors: aging, weight gain, weight loss, and even the implants […]
How Does Botox® Work?
Botox® has been around for years, and every year increases in popularity. It’s become so popular that most people have heard of it, whether on TV, from friends, or in a magazine. However, not everyone understands precisely what the procedure entails. A common question that plastic surgeons receive from new patients is “How does Botox® […]
Ear Revision Surgery: The Basics
Otoplasty (ear surgery) is a procedure that I hold particularly close to my heart because of my surgical background; as a plastic surgery resident at New York’s Columbia Presbyterian Medical Center, I spent time researching ear development, and although I’ve come a long way since then, my interest in ear revision surgery has held strong. […]
Weight Gain After Liposuction
Liposuction can be the ideal solution for someone who is unable to get rid of fat in particular areas of their body; it can get rid of the extra fat cells that exercise and diet cannot. But what happens if you undergo liposuction—and then gain back some of the weight it helped you lose? The […]
Liposuction vs. Tummy Tuck: What’s the Difference?
On the most basic level, the difference between a tummy tuck (abdominoplasty) and liposuction is that a tummy tuck is most useful in correcting loose skin and stretched muscles, whereas liposuction is useful only in getting rid of excess fat. Most women who seek out abdominal plastic surgery do so after having children. Pregnancy takes […]
Achieving Balance with Chin Augmentation & Rhinoplasty
Did you know that the effects of chin augmentations and rhinoplasties are interrelated—and that many patients have the two procedures performed at the same time? Weather you’re aware of it or not, the way your chin looks has bearing on how your nose looks, not to mention on the overall symmetry of your face. A […]
Face Liposuction: 5 Risks
Patients often ask cosmetic surgeons if face lipo could help with issues like drooping jowls or a double chin, and most reputable surgeons always respond with a definitive no. Liposuction is an effective treatment for many areas of the body, such as the abdomen, hips, and thighs, where there are ample fat deposits. However, while […]
Chin Augmentation Climbing in Popularity
The American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS) just released new statistics based on last year’s plastic surgery numbers—and chin augmentations are skyrocketing in front of other procedures as the fastest growing trend. According to the ASPS, there were 20,680 chin implants performed in 2011. Viewed side by side with one of the more popular cosmetic […]
