Breast ptosis is the medical term for drooping or sagging breasts. The condition occurs when both breast tissue firmness and surrounding skin elasticity become depleted, causing a drooping effect. Ptosis can develop at different stages of life and progress from a variety of factors, including heavier breast tissue weight, age, […]
At a certain point after childbirth, women may begin to wonder how they can improve the appearance of their abdomen. Although a healthy diet and exercise/toning workouts are an important part of overall health and achieving aesthetic goals, it may take an alternative method to get a “flat stomach” after […]
Excessively large breasts can often cause lower back and neck pain, painful bra-strap indentations, and other physical discomforts. They can also produce feelings of self-consciousness, and prevent many individuals from effectively fitting into desired clothing. Fortunately, breast reduction surgery can be an ideal solution for these concerns, allowing patients to […]
The term “jowls” refers to a collection of excess skin and/or fat that develops around the jawline. This is extremely common and is most often due to the natural aging process as the skin gradually loses elastin and collagen over time, leading to a loss of firmness and a sagging […]
As shelter-in-place restrictions in our community begin to ease, we would like to provide you with an update on the reopening of our practice and the precautions we are taking to maintain the safest possible office environment. We are very excited to see you and we want you to be […]
Finding the “right” plastic surgeon is not as easy as one might think. While many doctors may call themselves plastic or cosmetic surgeons, there are only about 8000 plastic surgeons that are certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery in the United States. Board certification by the American Board […]
A recent analysis of medical device reports submitted to the FDA has associated a rare cancer, Breast Implant-Associated Anaplastic Large Cell Lymphoma (BIA-ALCL), with textured breast implants and tissue expanders. One of the largest manufacturers of breast implants, Allergan®, is recalling its BIOCELL® textured breast implants and tissue expanders following […]