Breast Augmentation
Breast augmentation is a procedure that utilizes silicone or saline filled implants to increase the size of your breasts. This can achieve a more rounded breast shape or improve natural breast size. Breast augmentation does not correct breast ptosis (dropping)….
What is Gynecomastia?
Gynecomastia is a common condition where men develop enlarged breast. The breast tissue can be removed and the extra skin tailored. This is often done as an outpatient procedure. Depending on the clinical situation, an endocrine consult may be ordered…
Initial breast reduction visit covered by insurance
Breasts that are too large can be associated with neck, shoulder and upper back pain. A breast reduction is the name of the procedure that reduces the breast size. A lift is always included with this surgery. This procedure is…
Removing excess skin of the upper eyelid
Blepharoplasty is the name of the surgical procedure where excess skin of the upper eyelid is removed. This is done under local anesthesia as an outpatient. There is bruising and swelling for a few weeks, but most patients are able…
What is Botox?
Botox is a chemical that, when injected into a muscle, diminishes the strength of the muscle. It has been very beneficial in many branches of medicine, especially plastic surgery. It’s aesthetic usages primarily center around its effect on diminishing the…
Surgery vs. Non-Invasive options
When someone comes to our office and is considering improvement options, such as body contouring, we first assess the issue. Is it extra skin or extra fatty tissue? When the problem is primarily extra fatty tissue, there are two options….