Many times, the seemingly quickest, and only, solution is plastic surgery. But is going under the knife really the answer? There are many factors to weigh before considering plastic surgery, so make sure that you ......

A double chin can result from age, weight gain, or genetics, depositing a layer of fat accumulation that stubbornly hangs on regardless of your efforts ......

Have you ever looked in the mirror or seen a picture of yourself and said, "When did I get a double chin"?  It sneaks up on you and now it's all you see.  "Many of my patients come in complaining of a double chin or a sli......

... only approach to treat what is medically known as submental fat, or more commonly referred to as a double chin, was surgical with liposuction and or a neck/facelift. Earlier this year, our Boston dermatologists announced one of the most exciting ...Boston dermatologists announced one of the most exciting developments in cosmetic surgery: the FDA approval of Kybella for the treatment of full neck and submental fullness. Remarkably, another highly effective, completely ......

By Eileen Spatz When it comes to how we feel about a double chin, there is no hot or cold about it, everyone despises theirs. But it just so happens that hot or cold treatments hold the key to attaining a beautiful new profile, sans double chin.......

Moderate lipomas (off label) in patients who don't want scars or surgery.For the ideal patient with stubborn chin fat who do not want surgery but who also do not have significant skin laxity in that area.Physician ......

... had covered just about every niche, along comes a new procedure that will make many people do a double take. We're talking about belly button plastic surgery, and there is actually a medical term for it: umbilicoplasty. This procedure ...By Chelsea CampbellJust when you thought plastic surgery had covered just about every niche, along comes a new procedure that will make many people do a double take. We're talking about belly button plastic surgery, and there is actually a medica......

Under the Knife Uptick  According to a recent report released by Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, the official medical journal of American Society of Plastic Surgeons, last year 229,000 cosmetic procedures were performed on patients aged ......

By Chelsea Campbell These days, it seems that there is a plastic surgery procedure for just about anything you might feel insecure about. As beauty standards and trends come and go, the world of cosmetic surgery sees its share of spikes and dips......

Smoking can also cause increased facial wrinkles, baggy eyelids, rough skin texture, and skin discoloration.Smoking can be detrimental to your health, including your skin. If stopping for cosmetic surgery, ...By Jordan V. Wang, MD, MBEThere has been an increasing trend toward undergoing plastic surgery. A statistical report from the American Society of Plastic Surgeons found that 1.7 million cosmetic surgical procedures were performed in 2016 alone, which......

Many of us ask ourselves, ‘What’s real and what’s fake in the world of cosmetic surgery?’ Have you ever looked at before and after pictures on social media and thought, are these results real or have the images been touched ......

Judy Garland, and it looks like she's had eyelid surgery for a second time.  "I'm sure you most of you remember several years ago, people were appalled when Renee ...Judy Garland, and it looks like she's had eyelid surgery for a second time.  "I'm sure you most of you remember several years ago, people were appalled when Renee Zellweger ......

... to eighty-six crow's feet or frown lines, nor do they own the rights to hating their droopy eyelids.  Stay Competitive & RelevantMen are waking up to the bevy of aesthetic options available to help freshen their appearance, and ...The effects of Botox last from 3-6 months. Eyelid Surgery Men are realizing that one of the quickest ways to shave years off one?s appearance is to do something about drooping eyelids.  More ......

Double Chin? Under Eye Bags? Correct them Non-Surgically!By Chelsea CampbellSome of the most frustrating imperfections for people to deal with are often the most difficult to treat in a non-surgical way. We’re talking double chins, under-eye ba......

Dr. Biesman specializes in cosmetic and reconstructive eyelid and facial surgery and minimally invasive rejuvenation techniques including injectables (Botox and fillers) and technology-based solutions ...Dr. Biesman specializes in cosmetic and reconstructive eyelid and facial surgery and minimally invasive rejuvenation techniques including injectables (Botox and fillers) and technology-based solutions (laser skin ......

You also want to address laxity or looseness of the neck.4) And segmental fullness, or double chin."Treating Loose SkinDr. Ortiz explains, "The hardest [of these concerns] to treat is probably skin laxity. We have ways that we ...We have ways that we can non-invasively improve laxity, but it's not going to approach surgery. I like to use radiofrequency devices that help tighten the skin, or some of the newer devices like microneedling RF or microneedling with ......

Rhinoplasty:  $5046Breast reduction:  $5,631  Breast augmentation:  $3,678Eyelid surgery:  $3,500Liposuction:  $3,200Non-invasive procedures:Soft-tissue dermal fillers:  $650 per visitToxins (Botox or ...While the ROI on cosmetic procedures and plastic surgery may not be expressed in the same manner as in the corporate world, doing a little soul searching during the decision-making period is an ......

Some of the most popular procedures include:Eyelid surgeryLiposuctionRhinoplastyBreast augmentation or breast liftFace-liftsFillersBotoxChemical peelsA couple of recent surveys underscore the ...Some of the most popular procedures include:Eyelid surgeryLiposuctionRhinoplastyBreast augmentation or breast liftFace-liftsFillersBotoxChemical peelsA couple of recent surveys underscore the trend ......

She hasn't had a brow lift or any eyelid surgery. It looks like she may have a little bit of lip filler because her lips are really nice and plump. So I think overall probably the ...She hasn't had a brow lift or any eyelid surgery. It looks like she may have a little bit of lip filler because her lips are really nice and plump. So I think overall probably the only ......

Thinning of the skin and a heavier brow and eyelid area are also side effects of use over a ten year period. Although its wrinkle-fighting powers cannot be disputed, the effects of long-term ......

Too much  fillers are being placed and people are going straight from eyelid margin to cheek, and they end up looking puffy and lumpy. I call it "lumpy filler face." Looking like a Snapchat filter is not a ......

Thinning of the skin and a heavier brow and eyelid area are also side effects of use over a ten year period. Although its wrinkle-fighting powers cannot be disputed, the effects of long-term ......

Manhattan.Kybella For the BodyKybella (Allergan) fat melting injections were approved for use in double-chin area, but a growing number of aesthetic doctors are quickly finding that these game-changing shots may also reduce pockets of unwanted ...And we are not talking about surgery either. The new generation of body contouring technologies are minimally invasive, and they are catching on. There were 180,000 non-surgical ......

The non-invasive treatment works on flanks/love handles, abdomen, inner and outer thighs, double chins and bra fat bulges.Typical Clinical Applications:Abdomen, flanks, arms, thighs and submental fat.Best Patient Candidates:Within 30 ...... according to its marketing claims, but also note that this treatment is not equivalent to invasive surgery such as liposuction for bulk fat reduction.90% of patients, 90% effective (10% nonresponders).Cons:Time-consuming if multiple areas done with ......

Microdermabrasion for renewing overall skin tone and textureSculpSure for toning up the double chinThanks to improvements in healthcare and more attention paid to nutrition and exercise, people are remaining active and engaged much ...Time has gifted them with. Drat.Stay Young - Stay RelevantA recent study published in Aesthetic Surgery Journal entitled “Ageism and Health in Patients Undergoing Cosmetic Procedures”[Pearl, Percec] sought to determine the prevalence ......

Not only does Scarlet SRF tighten and smooth skin in the body, double chin and neck area, and on the face,  it also helps soften lines and wrinkles and minimizes pores. It can even reduce the appearance of ...By Chelsea CampbellIn addition to wrinkles, sagging jowls, the neck area, eyelids, and brows can be a significant indicator of your age. In the past, the only real solution to these woes was the classic facelift, which requires surgery, downtime for ...In the past, the only real solution to these woes was the classic facelift, which requires surgery, downtime for recovery, and possible scarring. Today’s consumers are looking for non-surgical options that rejuvenate and ......

HydraFacialMD The HydraFacial treatment utilizes a double uniquely designed vacuuming action to exfoliate dead skin cells and rid the skin of excess oil. When compared to other microdermabrasion ......

Deoxycholic acid, aka Kybella injections are used to improve the appearance of the double chin.  This naturally occurring substance can actually help the body absorb fat cells where strategically used.  Typically 6 ......

Focus lens, it does double duty in its ability to also target fine lines, wrinkles, and acne scars as well. According to PicoSure.com, “PicoSure’s ......

Luckily, Aerolase is an effective way to do double-duty and treat both the concerns of youth and age. Isn't that the nature of being a millennial, feeling stuck in a limbo of adolescence ......

In fact, tattoo removal is a booming segment of the aesthetic care industry, with double-digit increases year over year for about five years running. In fact, revenue from tattoo removal hit $82 million in 2018.The reasons to have ......

DeCoste. You may be a candidate if:You have a weak jawlineA double chinSagging neck skinOr loose skin around the ......

... in treating active cystic acne then patients who present with both acne and scarring receive a double benefit.  We recommend the devices to all patients, regardless of age, gender, skin color or ethnicity." -Elliot F. Battle, ......

J Am Acad Dermatol. 2011; 65: e114-5.6.    Caperton C, Block S, Viera M, et al. Double-blind, Placebo-controlled Study Assessing the Effect of Chocolate Consumption in Subjects with a History of Acne Vulgaris. J Clin Aesthet ......

By Chelsea CampbellHop on Instagram to search popular plastic surgery hashtags and you will likely see thousands of photos of people who went under the knife to achieve their enviable appearances. But dig a little deeper, and you may discover that th......

CampbellThe results are in: a survey of a study by the International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ISAPS) has shown the most popular cosmetic procedures in more than 100 countries worldwide, and the fastest growing cosmetic surgery last ......

Surgeon is Certified and SpecializedDid you know that any doctor may legally perform plastic surgery or cosmetic procedures, even if they were not specifically trained for it? Although many skilled doctors are able to perform these procedures ......

By Chelsea Campbell It’s no secret that plastic surgery and other cosmetic procedures are a booming business. When considering plastic surgery or other cosmetic procedures, one of the first words that may come to mind is expensive, and tha......

By Dr. Mark GaonDr. Gaon is a board certified plastic surgeon at Finesse Plastic SurgeryYour breasts may not appear exactly as you imagined right after breast augmentation. It takes several months for your breasts to fully heal following surgery. You......

The American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, which was a large increase from the roughly 18,000 performed in 2015.The Brazilian butt lift is the common name for gluteal fat injections. ......

South Coast Urogynecology and The Alinsod Institute for Aesthetic Vulvovaginal Surgery, Alinsod caters to the needs of women. His booming practice encompasses all female health issues from annual paps and ......

... aging and menopause, co-occurring pelvic organ prolapse, and complications following pelvic surgery. In men, the condition is usually related to prostate surgery or physical trauma. A weakening of the pelvic muscles that help shut off ......

The media loves to speculate on whether or not celebrities have had plastic surgery, and especially when they're as beautiful as Gwen Stefani. We want to know all about what they've done, because if it worked for them, then hey, maybe the sam......

By Dr. Steven R. Cohen, MD, at FACES+ Plastic Surgery, Skin and Laser Center, San Diego, CA; Clinical Professor of Plastic Surgery, University of California, San DiegoPrejuvenation is a new trend in anti-aging but not necessarily a new concept. ......

According to a recent study from the JAMA Facial Plastic Surgery journal, taking selfies from a distance of 12 inches or less from the face makes the nose width look up to 30% larger and the tip of the nose ......

... goals are, today there are a myriad of options ranging from completely non-invasive to traditional surgery that can help you achieve the body you are aiming for. Do you want discreet, or dramatic results? Are you able to take days or weeks off work ......

The Selfie GenerationBased on a report by the American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Wulkan's observations about the growing trend of millennials entering into the aesthetic world ring true. The report shows millennials ......

More customizable, as a valve allows for adjusting fill levels post-surgeryLess expensive than silicone counterpartsObvious when a rupture occurs, and body absorbs the saline with no detrimental health effectsCons of ......

Some possible reasons for hair loss could be stress, illness, major surgery or a serious infection. It also can happen after a sudden change in hormone levels, a side effect of medication or even an auto-immune ......

Khloe's dewy fade had the internet instantly abuzz with speculations of plastic surgery.While her new look may have been achieved through surgery via a facelift, chin tuck, or placement of cheek implants; for someone on-the-go ......

Since everybody loves statistics, here's a couple more. The American Society of Dermatologic Surgery doctors completed almost 130,000 tattoo removal procedures in 2018, and according to The American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, well ......

On these review websites, prospective patients of plastic surgery and cosmetic procedures are being led, through a convoluted web of smoke and mirrors, to potentially end up inadvertently seeking the ......

Even the most intelligent among us will throw caution to the wind if they believe that a plastic surgery procedure will improve their quality of life and boost their self-confidence.So imagine their glee when they gaze upon the mind-blowing ......

Up until recently, these procedures have involved surgery; however, new medical developments may not require you to go under the knife. Many new technologies like SculpSure and various other body ......

By Chelsea Campbell Non-invasive body sculpting procedures have exploded onto the cosmetic surgery scene as the latest way to achieve the body of your dreams without the dangers and recovery time associated with traditional surgery like liposuct......

The fact is that, according to a recent study published by the Aesthetic Surgery Journal, a trade publication affiliated with the respected American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS), those top search results ......

Our first lady, Melania Trump, has prompted a plastic surgery trend called "the Melania," according to Yahoo News. In this edition of “We Want to Know” Dr. Jason Pozner, a board-certified plastic surgeon speculates on what aesth......

Breast Reduction to Correct AsymmetryBreast reduction surgery involves excising breast tissue and skin to make the breasts smaller. This can be performed on the larger of the two breasts to correct ......

According to the American Society For Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS), the following list is some suggestions for common problems that so many of us contend with.Gynecomastia: Directed at the men out ......

Things You should know:This is moderately invasive surgerySome people do not respond to this or any heat treatment for laxityShould be done to treat skin laxityRecovery time may take one weekAvoid ......

... focused ultrasound energy to the skin?s foundational layer typically addressed in cosmetic surgery without cutting or disrupting the surface of the skin. Typical Clinical Applications:Lift skin on the neck, chin and eyebrow. Also to ......

Caribbean. Admitting to an eye lift or a facelift was rare. Patients kept the plastic surgery facts close to the vest, hoping that by pretending nothing whatsoever had been altered on their face or body that acquaintances would just ......

Los Angeles, California.According to a survey conducted by the American Society for Dermatologic Surgery (ASDS), there are three top reasons why people are turning to cosmetic procedures."To feel more confident." "To feel more ......

By Eileen Spatz As with any industry worth its salt, the plastic surgery industry conducts annual surveys among its nationally board-certified plastic surgeons to extract from them the golden information that relays consumer preferences and port......

... and can even be performed during lunchtime, so needing to take days off of work to recover from a surgery is not needed. One of the most popular non-invasive treatments for men is SculpSure body contouring to reduce fat in areas such as the ......

Traditional Liposuction Traditional liposuction is a plastic surgery procedure designed to eliminate fat deposits by suctioning it out from underneath the skin. Liposuction is an invasive procedure involving ......

But once you're past a certain point of facial aging and you don't want surgery, the options to turn back the clock become more limited. The ideal treatment would be a device that is non-surgical, minimal downtime, and ......

Zachary, a board-certified dermatologist who heads up one of the world's premier laser and skin surgery facilities in Irvine, California sat down with his colleague, a board-certified dermatologist from Vancouver, Canada. Dr. Jean Caruthers, ......

Music City ScaleComing soon is one of the best meetings in cosmetic dermatology and surgery. Music City SCALE is held every year in Nashville, Tennessee. This July, we'll be there to bring you the latest anti-aging tips, the best ......

... your ears and listen to the wise doctor describe the possible pitfalls involved in this cosmetic surgery option.   Hope for good luck and implant longevity, but plan for regular check-ups and, if opting for regular silicone-filled ......

Needing to take days off of work to recover from a surgery is not needed. Using special fat-freezing or precise laser technology to target areas of fat in the abdomen, flanks, and back, fat cells are ......

Vidimos, who is also Chairman of Dermatology and Vice Chairman of the Dermatologic & Plastic Surgery Institute.By the 1980s, "Q-switched" nanosecond lasers emerged, offering better results. This technique used micro-pulses of light ......

Having access to cosmetic surgery to make a beauty goal come true is a wonderful thing. Let’s just be sure to run our objectives through the logic filter before pulling ......

Paul Cederna, M.D., the chief of plastic surgery at Michigan Medicine, states, “When you have other (physicians or non-physicians) coming into the space without the appropriate level ......

Look for an expert who is board-certified in dermatology or a related field such as plastic surgery.“We have to remember why we do it.  We’re doing it because this is what we love, this is what we’re trained to do, and ......

Does it Work?Dr. Saaida Raza, co-director of the Skin Surgery Center of Missouri in O'Fallon says "everyone responds differently, but reductions are possible. Absolute hairlessness is less ......

United States. It started a decade ago in orthopedic surgery for sports and orthopedic injuries, and it has now migrated into dermatology.”~Marc Avram, MD“When it was first raised as an idea ......

At the recent 2018 American Society for Laser Medicine & Surgery show in Dallas, our affiliate ZALEA News sat down with Dr. Mathew Avram to discuss the growing trend of Millennials and prejuvenation treatments.

It’s the fastest-growing field in dermatology and plastic surgery, combining preventive measures with rejuvenation. Prejuvenation is any treatment or procedure that reverses or slows aging in a relatively ......

No surgery, no downtime, significant circumferential fat reduction.Treatment device doesn't come in contact with patient.  Cons:Typically needs ......

Steven Cohen, MDSan Diego, CA“The implications of the Coronavirus for an aesthetic plastic surgery practice are enormous. How do we cover the staff’s salaries and for how long can we do this is my prime concern. Some live paycheck to ......

Professor of Dermatology at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mt. Sinai, Director of the Cosmetic Surgery & Laser Clinic at Mount Sinai Hospital and Director of the JUVA Skin & Laser Center in New York City. "There is fat that ......

... we have what is essentially the fountain of youth in the form of injectables, fillers, lasers, and surgery...and who wouldn’t want to look forever fresh-faced? A millennial's answer to the inevitable march of time? One word: ......

Fraxel re:Pair) laser was introduced at an American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery meeting, there were high hopes that this could replace the traditional ablative resurfacing lasers and provide equivalent outcomes.It is now ......

Internet. In fact, according to a study done by the Aesthetic Surgery Journal in 2010, of a number of patients interested in getting a breast augmentation, 41% began their search with Google, 18% through a ......

During a liposuction surgery, a sterile solution of saline and lidocaine is injected into the area of fat removal to make vacuuming out the fat easier and less painful. ......

According to the American Society for Dermatologic Surgery (ASDS), nearly 69,000 laser, light, and energy-based tattoo removal procedures were performed by ASDS dermatologists in 2016 alone. ......

Rutgers University found that less than one-third of 240 insanely popular videos for plastic surgery procedures featured actual board-certified plastic surgeons. Most were produced by people who were unqualified to perform the procedures they ......

During the breast augmentation surgery, the silicone shells are placed in the breast pocket and are then filled with the saline solution. This allows the surgeon to adjust the fill ......

... in itself but is particularly helpful prior to skin procedures ( microneedling, lasers, etc.) or surgery (facelifts, necklifts, etc.)."- Kian Karimi MD, FACS Additional Information (provided by Alastin)Procedure ......

... 75 scientific articles and book chapters, primarily concentrating in the field of laser cosmetic surgery, antioxidants, and anti-aging medicine.McDaniel, says, "Some of the new research is showing it's no longer just about ultraviolet ......

During liposuction surgery, a sterile solution of saline and lidocaine is injected into the area of fat removal to make vacuuming out the fat easier and less painful. ......

Acne.org. Another treatment that involves surgery is called a punch technique, ideal for ice pick and boxcar scars. This involves the removal of a scar, which is then sewn up with sutures. ......

What causes it? Dr. Franziska Huettner, a board-certified plastic surgeon at Plastic Surgery Group of NYC, explains, "Underneath the skin, there's a layer called fibrous connective tissue, which has fibrous bands made of ......

She completed a prestigious Laser, Cosmetic and Dermatologic Surgery fellowship at SkinCare Physicians in Boston, with clinical faculty from the Harvard and Yale Departments of Dermatology.What is your favorite ......

In terms of other procedures, millennials doubled their use of soft-tissue fillers in 2018 from just the previous year.According to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS), there was ...A recent survey from the American Society for Dermatologic Surgery (ASDS) showed a 20% increase in the use of neuromodulators, such as Botox for wrinkle-relaxing, in millennials in 2016 from the year prior. ......

... highest mortality rate of all plastic surgical procedures, with 1 in 3,000 patients dying from the surgery. Together with four other surgical organizations, the ASPS et al has initiated a Task Force for Safety in Gluteal Fat Grafting. The purpose ......

General anesthesia is reserved for patients having major surgery, such as a ......

m others but disregard assurance, avoid social gatherings or leaving home, undergo multiple plastic surgery procedures, compare themselves to others, exercise excessively, and suffer from anxiety, depression, and have suicidal thoughts due to ......

Skin thickens and has a bumpy texture. 
Ocular rosacea: Eyes red and irritated, eyelids can be swollen, and a person may have what looks like a sty.Dr. Gerald Goldberg, a board-certified dermatologist in Tucson, Arizona says, ...Goldberg’s expertise in laser surgery has earned him the distinction of being one of the most recognized laser surgeons in the world. According to the American Academy of ......

Mass General Dermatology Laser & Cosmetic Center and director of Dermatologic Surgery at MGH.Where is Your Procedure Taking Place? And Who is Performing Your Procedure?"One of the things we found in our research is, the ......