Year: 2020
Is There a Right Time for Surgery?
One of the questions that I get asked most often by my patients and which I see discussed a lot in the media is whether or not there is a right time for surgery? Honestly, it depends. Living in Hauppauge, Long Island, we are lucky to experience four distinct seasons, one of which requires…
How to Look at Before and After Photos
The internet had become the go-to resource for patients when it comes to choosing a plastic surgeon. I think it is terrific that a patient can research surgeons from the comfort of his or her own home. Having said that, it is ideal to book an in-person consultation before moving forward with any kind…
Breast Implants: Why Bigger Is Not Always Better
Breast augmentation remains the number one surgical procedure year after year because restoring volume that was lost, or was never there to start off with, is a fantastic way to rejuvenate the entire torso. It can make your waist look smaller, your abdomen seem flatter, and your buttocks appear more lifted. This, in turn,…
Best Procedure for Your Breasts — Augmentation, Lift or Reduction?
Many patients who are unhappy with the look of their chest are confused as to what, exactly, needs to be done to fix it. Oftentimes, a patient will go online and see that her favorite celebrity or social influencer got breast implants, and think that it is the answer to every problem. A breast…
Cost & Plastic Surgery: Why You Usually Get What You Pay For
Whenever a new patient comes in to see me for a consultation, whether it is for a surgical procedure like a Tummy Tuck or something non-surgical like a fillers procedure, one of the top three questions that I typically get asked is: How much will the procedure cost? If you have called around to…
How to Decrease Your Cosmetic Surgery Risks
My number one priority whenever I am performing any aesthetic procedure such as my unique One Day Recovery Breast Augmentation is patient safety. Cosmetic surgery may be elective, but it is still surgery. And every surgery can have inherent risks for even the healthiest of patients. This is why my team and I have…
Are You at Risk for BIA-ALCL?
As a Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon who specializes in breast surgery, I am adamant about keeping my patients up to date on the latest information regarding their breast implants. Over the last several years, there has been a lot media attention on BIA-ALCL or Breast Implant Associated Anaplastic Large Cell Lymphoma (BIA-ALCL). This is a…
What’s the Best Implant for You?
A breast augmentation is one of my favorite procedures to perform because it has the ability to completely transform a woman’s body contour. And when you feel more comfortable in your skin, this self-confidence radiates into every aspect of your life. Furthermore, with my unique One Day Recovery breast augmentation, you can get the…
Let’s Talk About Scars
I would say that one of the biggest deterrents for patients when it comes to getting a surgical procedure is a fear of the scar. Sometimes, it may even result in a patient choosing a less effective non-surgical procedure for his or her issue. Obviously, every patient has to way the pros and cons…
Men & Plastic Surgery – A Different Approach
Men, it turns out, are just as conscious about their image as women. Social Media and teleconference apps like Zoom place the face and body on daily display, often in unflattering light. When you combine this with the fact that men are retiring later and wanting to stay vital in the workplace, it explains…
