For years, liposuction has been one of the most popular cosmetic procedures in the U.S. – and for good reason. It’s a safe and effective way to streamline your figure by eliminating stubborn fat. If you’re considering liposuction (or any cosmetic procedure for that matter), it’s important to do your homework. Below are four important CONTINUE READING
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Six Causes of “Man Boobs”
April 9, 2013
Gynecomastia, or “man boobs,” is an embarrassing, but surprisingly common condition. Though rarely life-threatening, gynecomastia can result in low self-esteem, poor self-image and social isolation. So, what exactly causes gynecomastia? In most cases, the cause of enlarged male breasts is idiopathic (meaning no definitive cause), in other cases, it can be attributed to a hormone CONTINUE READING
Bigger Isn’t Always Better: 5 Reasons Why Women Seek Breast Reduction
April 8, 2013
When it comes to breast size, bigger is always better, right? Not necessarily. Breast augmentation remains one of the most popular cosmetic procedures in the U.S., but not all women value large breasts. In fact, breast reduction in San Francisco and across the rest of the country has been gaining momentum in the past several CONTINUE READING
Alcohol and Plastic Surgery, Not a Good Mix: Why You Should Cut Back Before the Big Day
March 26, 2013
Deciding on plastic surgery in San Francisco is a big commitment. And though your friends might be tempted to propose a good luck toast – most surgeons would recommend against it. Generally speaking, the best plastic surgery candidates should abstain from drinking alcohol at least two weeks prior to and following surgery. This may be CONTINUE READING
Get a Flatter Tummy: Top Treatments for Your Problem Areas
March 18, 2013
No matter how hard you try, diet and exercise might not be enough to get you the toned tummy you desire. There are many problems that can plague the midsection as we age, have children or lose weight. Fortunately, there are just as many solutions as there are problems. If you’re unhappy with your midsection, CONTINUE READING
And the ‘Best Nose of 2012’ award goes to…
March 11, 2013
If imitation is the sincerest form of flattery, than the Duchess of Cambridge should be feeling pretty good right about now. Not only is her style emulated across the globe, her looks have even inspired a new trend in cosmetic surgery – look-a-like rhinoplasty. According to a recent survey released by the Transform Cosmetic Surgery CONTINUE READING
Xeomin may be the new and improved Botox alternative
August 4, 2011
I wanted to update you on some very exciting news in the arena of facial fillers. The FDA has just approved Xeomin for the temporary improvement of moderate to severe glabellar lines (those unwanted vertical lines between the eyebrows). Other cosmetic treatments run the gamut of typical Botox uses: crinkles and wrinkles on forehead, laugh CONTINUE READING
Is It safe to add Juvederm to lips already injected with Restylane?
July 28, 2011
Yes this is perfectly safe – these two medications have the same basic active ingredient – hyaluronic acid, which is a clear gel normally found in the body and is highly compatible with our tissues. Mixing the two should not be a problem at all.
How much does Lip Augmentation cost?
July 21, 2011
Costs vary depending on procedure. For Restylane, Perlane and Juvederm , the cost is $600 per syringe and usually the job can be done with one syringe alone. For the first visit to the office, we offer a 20% discount to new filler patients. These fillers generally last four to five months. If the patient CONTINUE READING
Which Lip Augmentation passes the kiss test?
July 14, 2011
In order to obtain truly natural feeling lips, meaning full but still soft and supple lips, with movement that feels normal to the touch, lip augmentation must come from hyaluronic acid fillers (Juvederm, Restylane and the soon-to-be-approved belotero) or from fat grafts to the lips. Implants and long-lasting fillers like silicone can make the lips CONTINUE READING