Advances in Cosmetic Surgery

Published: February 18, 2015

This isn’t your grandmother’s plastic surgery, or even your mother’s. Plastic surgery has experience rapid advancements in technology and techniques, which lead to safer procedures and more predictable results.

Revision Rhinoplasty

Published: February 11, 2015

Sometimes, either through lack of communication or skill, a patient emerges from a procedure dissatisfied with the results of the nose job. In the hands of a skilled Miami rhinoplasty surgeon, significant improvement can be achieved with a second, or revision, rhinoplasty. Since revision rhinoplasty is much more complex than working with a blank slate, … Continue reading Revision Rhinoplasty →

Rhinoplasty After an Injury

Published: February 3, 2015

Although rhinoplasty is considered a cosmetic adjustment, significant attention must be paid to the architectural, structural and anatomical components of the nose in order to produce the most appealing and appropriate results. The nose is the most commonly injured area of the face. I mean, it is just sticking out there, inviting trouble from stray … Continue reading Rhinoplasty After an Injury →

Casting Call

Published: January 30, 2015

Are Selfies Really Behind the Popularity of Plastic Surgery in Miami?

Published: January 21, 2015

Despite Recent Media Reports, the Answer is a Resounding “No” In November, Reuters published an article theorizing that “selfies” – the photos people take of themselves, typically on smart phones – are the driving force behind the increasing demand for plastic surgery. The article was based on a single statistic from a survey by the … Continue reading Are Selfies Really Behind the Popularity of Plastic Surgery in Miami? →

What is the Difference Between Liposuction and Liposculpture?

Published: January 16, 2015

Liposculpture is one of the latest plastic surgery trends. As its name suggests, liposculpture is a variation on liposuction. But unlike liposuction – which removes fat from specific areas of the body – liposculpture is not just about removing fat. It also reshapes the body by removing fat and then adding it to the “right … Continue reading What is the Difference Between Liposuction and Liposculpture? →

How to Manage and Reduce Bruising After a Nose Job

Published: January 6, 2015

Bruising under the eyes and cheek bones is an expected and common side effect of rhinoplasty and is part of the body’s healing process. While the vast majority of patients who have a nose job done by a reputable and experienced plastic surgeon have little noticeable bruising after about a week, there are a few … Continue reading How to Manage and Reduce Bruising After a Nose Job →

What’s the Cure for Sagging Breasts?

Published: December 31, 2014

An old expression says that nothing is certain in life but death and taxes. But as many women know, ptosis (the medical name for sagging breasts) could be added to that list! Breasts sag as women age because the Cooper’s ligaments – the connective tissues in the breasts – stretch out. The Cooper’s ligaments are … Continue reading What’s the Cure for Sagging Breasts? →

The Hidden Benefits of a Tummy Tuck

Published: December 23, 2014

Abdominoplasty – more commonly known as a tummy tuck – is a cosmetic surgery procedure that flattens the appearance of the abdomen by tightening the muscles and removing loose skin and excess fat from the region. It is commonly associated with “mommy makeovers,” which help women reshape their figures post pregnancy. Abdominoplasty is also commonly … Continue reading The Hidden Benefits of a Tummy Tuck →