Understandably, a lot of patients are leary of being put to sleep. Those guys in the picture on the left can be a little scary. You have…
How many procedures can I have done at once?
This is a very common question that I deal with almost on a daily basis. In general, it is perfectly fine to combine procedures and I…
Tagged with: breast augmentation, facelift, Liposuction, tummy tuck
Posted in Body, Breast, Face, Liposuction
Posted in Body, Breast, Face, Liposuction
I’m having a C-section, can I have a tummy tuck at the same time?
My opinion, and it’s only my opinion, is No. There are Plastic Surgeons who will do a tummy tuck immediately after a C-Section, but most…
My Plastic Surgeon insists I stop smoking, why?
Here comes a smoking lecture that is a little different than any you’ve endured before. There will be no mention of lung disease. The culprits are…
When can I tan after surgery?
The real answer is you should really never get in a tan bed. The science is pretty solid behind the fact that tanning beds can…
I want Breast Implants, but I heard my nipples can be numb after!
Loss of nipple sensation is a risk of any breast surgery be it an augmentation, lift or reduction. For breast augmentation, the stated risk for…
I want to lose weight before my surgery, how close should I get to my goal?
This is a good question that I discuss with prospective cosmetic surgery patients almost daily. The answer depends on a few things and is highly dependent on…
I just had a baby, how should I wait before I have by breasts ‘fixed’?
This is a good question and it applies to you whether you are contemplating an augmentation, lift, or reduction. The problem is that there is…
I need to lose 30 pounds, will Liposuction work?
Unfortunately, no. I see several new patients a year who are 50, 75 even 100 pounds over weight and were told Liposuction is their answer.…
What are “Cosmeceuticals”?
“Cosmeceuticals” are prescription strength skin care products. A few of the more popular ones are Obagi, Glytone, and Skin Medica. These products are sold exclusively…
