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Breast Lifting with Augmentation

Sagging of breasts along with loss of volume is common following weight loss and/or pregnancy. While in a small percentage of patients breast augmentation can correct both problems, generally a lifting with augmentation using implants is necessary. In a majority of cases when the sagging is not severe the breast […]

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Will My Partner know I had a Breast Augmentation (Boob Job)?

Breast Augmentation or “Boob Job” as it is well known in the vernacular is one of the top 2 surgical procedures performed in the U.S according to the American Society of Plastic Surgery. It is popular because women are very concerned about their appearance and femininity. In addition, today’s implants […]

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Breast Lifting with Minimal Scarring

Breast lifting is often needed following weight loss and/ or pregnancy. It may be performed with augmentation when loss of breast volume is also present. Most Mommy Make-overs include breast lifting. Depending on the degree of sagging, breast lifting, very often, can be performed through an incision around the areola […]

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What is the Brazilian Butt Lift?

In the past several years, the Brazilian Butt Lift has become very popular in the U.S. as well as in many other countries. I have begun to see a request for the procedure about 15 years ago, and knew that it was only a matter of time before this became […]

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The Dangers of Destination Plastic Surgery

The United States has been a leader in innovation, education and technique development in aesthetic surgery. But it comes at a price; namely it is not covered by medical insurance and therefore is self-paid. Because of the expense of cosmetic surgery, men and women have left the US for places […]

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What Types of Wrinkles Can BOTOX® Correct?

BOTOX® is one of the most popular wrinkle reduction treatments among our New York City patients, and with good reason: it has proven to be very effective when used to temporarily reduce or eliminate dynamic wrinkles. Dynamic wrinkles are creases in the skin that become visible when your face is […]

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How Does BOTOX® Work?

Unlike Juvéderm and other injectable fillers, which smooth away wrinkles by adding volume to your skin, BOTOX® works by blocking acetylcholine – a chemical trigger that makes your facial muscles contract. These muscle contractions are responsible for the formation of fine lines and wrinkles in your face. By blocking the […]

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How Often Will I Need Follow-Up BOTOX® Injections?

Every year, BOTOX® Cosmetic remains one of the most popular wrinkle reduction treatments in America. The convenience and effectiveness of BOTOX® makes it easy to improve your look in a single 15-20 minute session, but BOTOX® results do not last forever. In order to keep enjoying the effects of BOTOX®, […]

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Breast Augmentation Recovery Time

A frequent question posed by patients desiring breast augmentation is recovery time and when they can return to work. It is important to note that healing varies from patient to patient and while some patients may return to work earlier others may need more time. There are some generalizations that […]

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Achieving Balance in Body Contouring

Women often present for cosmetic surgery of a particular part of their body, i..e, breast augmentation, without considering how that body part improvement may affect the rest of their of their body contour. For patients seeking breast augmentation an examination of their derriere would be appropriate to see if an […]

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