The American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery has released its report on plastic surgery in the USA for 2013, based on recent surveys of plastic surgeons, otolaryngologists and dermatologists. Here are some of the highlights of the report: Over 11 million surgical and non-surgical cosmetic procedures were performed in the US in 2013. Over […]
It gives me great pleasure to announce the 2014 results of Orlando Magazine’s “Best of Orlando” issue. (drum roll…) We have been selected as the best plastic surgery office in Orlando, for the second year in a row. In this poll, held annually, readers write in, or vote online, for their favorite shops, restaurants and services. […]
When you do a lot of a particular surgery, it’s not uncommon to see patients that have had a procedure elsewhere, that come in to see if a previous result can be improved. Recently, I performed two full “re-do” tummy tucks….which is the topic of this blog. While there isn’t a formal classification system, I […]
With more emphasis in pop culture on the shape of the derriere, more patients are coming to see us about the idea of buttock augmentation. One of the most common questions I hear is: Which is better – the brazilian butt lift or buttock implants? While both methods can work, for patients that have a […]
The drug anastrozole cuts breast cancer incidence in half among high-risk post-menopausal women, according to an study just published in the Lancet. Anastrozole, also known as “Arimidex”, is a type of drug known as an aromatase inhibitor. It works by reducing the production of estrogen, like its better-known cousin, Tamoxifen. In the study, nearly 4000 post-menopausal women at […]
In this month’s issue of Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery, is a study that will be of interest to all who follow breast augmentation. It’s a 5 year analysis of capsular contracture rates using Sientra implants for first-time breast augmentation, and a look at some of the factors that influenced capsule formation in 2560 first-time breast augmentation […]
How often do you hear about “no recovery” or “lunchtime” treatments when reading about lasers, peels and other treatments in the media? Until recently, there was no accepted definition for these terms. What does “minimal recovery” really mean – minimal to whom, the doctor, or to you? The American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS) has developed […]
On Friday, Sientra announced a new warranty program, which they are calling “C3”. The program, which begins Novemeber 1, 2013, will apply to first-time breast augmentation patients who choose Sientra-brand textured implants. In addition to the current implant deflation warranty, the C3 program provides a free replacement implant if the patient requires revisional breast surgery […]
At least 24 people in Hawaii have developed acute non-viral hepatitis after using the dietary supplement OxyElite Pro, marketed for use in weight loss and muscle building. Additionally, two patients have received liver transplants, and one patient died, but it is not clear whether they took OxyElite Pro or a different dietary supplement. The cases (median age, 33) all […]
“Benelli lift” or “Circumareolar lift” Many patients who would like a more uplifted and perky breast shape tell me that they are very worried about a breast lift, due to the surgical scars. Most women worry that they will need the traditional anchor lift – and that’s not always the case. Today, I’d like to […]
