In today’s fiercely competitive job market, more men are seeking out cosmetic enhancement to give them a career boost. And while men are selecting some of the very same treatments women have embraced for years, they’re doing so for different reasons. Laser Hair Removal It’s not a huge surprise that especially in San Francisco; men CONTINUE READING
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Tourism 101: Why the Best Plastic Surgeons Won’t Recommend Surgery Abroad
April 16, 2013
Low prices coupled with the draw of an exotic vacation just might be enough to get you thinking about plastic surgery abroad. In the past several years, countries like Thailand, India and Malaysia have seen an increase in medical tourism, but that doesn’t mean it’s the smartest choice for your upcoming procedure. In fact, most CONTINUE READING
4 Things You Should Know Before Getting Liposuction
April 12, 2013
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
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
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
Is there a laser treatment for crepey neck skin?
June 8, 2011
Laser treatments for concerns such as this “can” offer improvement depending on a variety of factors. If your skin has a good tone overall with no other issues outside the crepey skin, it’s possible laser treatment can provide at least some benefit. If there are other underlying issues then it’s possible you’ll need to consider CONTINUE READING
My recent medical mission to Vietnam
March 2, 2011
As many of you know, I was offered a wonderful opportunity this last January, when I headed to Phan Rang, Vietnam to assist with ReSurge International’s latest medical mission. Over a 14-day period, two plastic surgeons (myself and one other) handled approximately 120 procedures on close to 80 patients. In addition to numerous cleft lip CONTINUE READING
Can Lasik surgery be combined with eyelid surgery?
February 16, 2011
It is not recommended to combine these two procedures. Most doctors will not operate in the immediate area where another surgeon is also operating at the same time. Lasik surgery results in quite a bit of irritation and dry eye symptoms, and often requires artificial tears to help alleviate symptom and lubricate the eye enough CONTINUE READING