In the old days of surgery patients were told to stay in bed, even for days after surgery. Not any more! We now know that people who act sick after surgery (i.e. stay in bed and pamper themselves excessively) get sick after surgery. While we certainly don’t want anyone over-doing it after a delicate procedure, CONTINUE READING
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The Brazilian Butt Lift to achieve the golden rule of “0.7”
August 6, 2010
There is a golden rule of attractiveness for the waistline compared to the buttocks, and that is the rule of the 0.7 ratio. If the narrowest measurement around the waist is divided by the widest measurement of the hips, the ideal number you can come up with is 0.7. Everything above that means there is CONTINUE READING
A tummy tuck tightens the muscles too
August 3, 2010
Traditionally, tummy tuck surgery is thought to be best for patients who have excess skin, often after weight fluctuation or pregnancy.It’s certainly an excellent surgery to tighten a flabby abdomen and will commonly rid a belly of some or all of the stretch marks on the lower abdomen. However, a tummy tuck also involves tightening CONTINUE READING
What I like about Scultpra
August 1, 2010
Sculptra is a great filler for patients that want the longest-term result possible but don’t have a problem waiting a bit for the full effects of treatment. All of my Northern California and San Francisco Sculptra patients made the choice to use Sculptra because they prioritize a natural appearance. And the nice thing about Sculptra CONTINUE READING
Weight loss and cosmetic surgery
July 30, 2010
I particularly enjoy working with patients who have recently undergone significant weight loss. Some of the most gratifying results – for both patient and physician – come from supplementing weight loss with cosmetic surgery to restore a balanced body contour. Losing significant body fat, especially after many years of overweight, can leave behind loose, flabby CONTINUE READING
Post-Maternity Body Contouring
July 27, 2010
With changing social customs, many couples are waiting longer before having children, and the modern mother is often a professional woman taking time out of a busy career to have a family. Once maternity leave is over, whether after a few months or a few years, and the new mother is preparing to re-enter the CONTINUE READING
Waist Management: Is a Mini Tummy Tuck Your Best Option?
July 25, 2010
There is never a good reason to have more elective plastic surgery than you absolutely need to achieve your aesthetic goals. Don’t ever apply the old adage, “While I’m at it I might as well…”. There are several “mini” plastic surgery procedures which are tailored to correct a specific facial or body feature you wish CONTINUE READING
Are ‘gummy bear’ implants better than standard silicone gel implants or than saline filled implants?
July 22, 2010
There’s no ‘yes’ or ‘no’ answer to this question. The most correct reply is that gummy bear implants may be ideal for one patient and not at all suitable for another, depending on body characteristics, age, skin type, size, and personal goals. “Gummy bear’ implants, due to their form-stable shape, require a longer incision than CONTINUE READING
The ‘gummy bear’ breast implant: Cohesive Gel Form-stable Silicone Gel Implants
July 19, 2010
With the US FDA approval of silicone breast implants in November 2006, US plastic surgeons are again able to offer their patients a choice of silicone implants in addition to the commonly used saline filled implants. Throughout their 14-year ban silicone implants continued to be used in Europe and South America, and were also used CONTINUE READING
Three Ways to Select the Perfect Breast Implant for You
July 17, 2010
If you’ve made the decision to have breast augmentation surgery and you’ve chosen a board-certified plastic surgeon, you now face the important step of selecting the breast implant that will suit your goals. Here are three ways to ensure that you make the right decision: A full medical appraisal to match your age, weight, skin CONTINUE READING