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Q :  Which is better for my laugh lines, Botox or fillers? A: It is very common that Botox and injectable fillers are confused as to what they do. Because both are administered by a needle and are used in the face, many assume that they do similar things. In fact, they are quite different […]

Q: What is best way to build up an African-American nose that is short and small? A: The overall shape of the African-American nose is often that of being broader and less projecting than that of a more Roman or aquiline nose shape. As a result, one of the key considerations in the rhinoplasty management […]

Q: I am interested in getting liposuction done on my stomach and flanks but am confused about the different types that I have read about. There appears to be regular liposuction, ultrasonic, laser, water jet…and and even something like ultrasonic done from the outside without surgery. Which type of liposuction is the best? A: Liposuction […]

Q :  I had gastric bypass surgery about six months ago and have already lost 65 lbs. At the pace I am going, I will reach my goal of 100 lbs within one year after surgery. While the weight loss is fantastic, the amount of loose hanging skin that has developed is disgusting. I want […]

Q: I have one breast that is quite a bit larger than the other one. I am way too embarrassed to wear a bathing suit or even go out with men for more than a couple of weeks. (I don’t let my relationships, go to the next level so to speak, in fear that the […]

Q :  I am interested in getting breast implants. I have been saving for years and am so excited to be close to actually getting it done. One worry I have is about the time to recover.  I can’t be out of work too long. I have read from some doctor’s advertisements that it can […]

Q : I would like my brow bones reduced. I am now 20 and until about 12 years old my brow areas looked normal as best as I can remember. Since then they have continued to grow, or at least seemed to, to the point that I look like a Cro-Magnon man. My parents took […]

Q : I am interested in scar revision. I have had three hair restoration procedures and this has now left me with a very wide donor scar that is quite noticeable on the back of my head. A: Hair restoration, also known as hair transplantation, is a true ‘robbing Peter to pay Paul’ type of […]

Q: Can facial implants help to fill in a cheek region, where collagen injections have been beneficial? I have a large depressed scar from dermabrasion and laser treatments on an acne scarred region of my face. I would be glad to email pictures of the region to assist in the answer.  A: Facial implants work […]

Q: When I was younger, around 14 years old, I was punched on the left side of my cheek which caused my left side (cheekbone) to be larger than my right side. I did not notice this until my ex-g/f, then current, informed me of this. It’s maybe 4 to 6mms bigger than the right […]

Q: I am 42 years old. I have always had large breasts. I have permanent indentations on my shoulders from bra straps. I currently wear a 40F bra. I have had back and neck pain for as long as I can remember as well as rashes under my breasts which become unbearable in the summer. […]

Q : I am writing because I am bothered by bags under my eyes. Since I was a teenager these bags have been there but are now much more prominent as I have gotten older. I don’t expect my eyes to be perfect but I shouldn’t look this way at only 38. I have tried […]

Q: As I am getting older, I don’t like my neck which is getting looser and lower. I think I may need a facelift but am scared to death to go through it and it will likely cost more than I have. I have read and seen pictures about the Lifestyle Lift and that really […]

Q: I’ve read your article on calf augmentation using fat transfer. Since 2008, have you performed this procedure? I have finding very mixed feedback on this. Some surgeons are saying this is high risk and will be unsuccessful because the fat will all be absorbed. Another doctor in NY I’ve been in contact with says […]

Q: I am inquiring as to whether you perform tracheal shaves? I have been bothered by the bulge in my neck caused by my Adam’s apple. As a female, it does not give my neck a very nice profile and looks too manly. I have read that the protruding cartilage can be shaved down. Is […]

Q: I am writing you because I need information on gynecomastia reduction. I have been battling with fat around my chest ever since I was young. I am now 28 and not the least bit out of shape. Actually I am a certified personal trainer and have participated in body building contests. Even when dieting […]

Q: I had a car accident in February 2009 that resulted in the need for big operation on my stomach. This has left me with a long big scar. I want to know what percent of it can be removed? I want to remove this scar for me because  don’t want to get naked in […]

Q: I am a male and am interested in the direct neck lift and want to know more about it. I don’t want a complete lift and think this may be my answer. How much of a scar remains visible and will it last a long time. Also, do you tighten the muscles and remove […]

Q : I have a weak chin that has bothered me my whole life. I am so self-conscious that I turn away so people can not see me in profile. I also think my entire jawline is weak, it overall looks too small for the rest of my face. Can my jawline be improved with […]

Q: I have a rib graft on the bridge of my nose which I would love to have removed. The surgery to place it was 12 years ago. At the time, the doctor thought my nose would be better off with the bridge higher. I liked my bridge before the rib graft. Is it possible […]

Q : Is umbilicoplasty recommended only after you’re done having children? I heard the procedure could be ruined during pregnancy. A: As a general rule, changing the shape or form of the umbilicus (belly button) is a simple procedure that is usually permanent. However, pregnancy is well known to affect the umbilicus due to its […]

Q: Hello sir, I did my first rhinoplasty for a  minor problem.  Initially I had a thin and pointed nose but overall it was not too bad looking. I went to this inexperienced surgeon because me or my parents didn’t know anything about surgery at that time. He made my nose shorter with a  round […]

Q: I am interested in getting breast implants. I am 34 years old, have had three children and my breasts are just not what they used to be. They are smaller and now droop. They are disgusting to look at and are nothing like they used to be when they were nice C cups and […]

Q : I am 52 years of age and my upper lip seems to be getting longer. When I was younger my upper lip didn’t seem to be as long. When I smile I barely show any upper teeth at all anymore. Is there some form of lip surgery  that can help me? A: A […]

Q: My boyfriend is concerned about the size of his areolas. Do you offer areola reduction surgery? He is very interested because he feels his nipples stick out too far and his areolas are too wide. They stick out when he is in t-shirts and some clothes. A: The nipple and areola, known in plastic […]

Q: I had rhinoplasty over one year ago for a small bump on my nose and a tip that I thought was too wide. While it looked absolutely perfect for a few months, an indented area on the right side of the bridge of the nose  appeared. When I brought this to the attention of […]

Q: I am a 23 year-old graduate student and former college athlete. My breasts are so large I am miserable all the time and can’t even run anymore. I wear a 36DDD bra and this puts too much strain on my body. My shoulders hurt all the time.  I have been in physical therapy for […]

Q: Hi. As a baby/kid I had misaligned teeth due to sucking my thumb. I sucked my thumb pretty much up to 15 years old or so. At about 15 years old I went to the orthodontist to get braces. He decided along with the braces to install this thing in my mouth called a […]

Q: Hello, I have a few questions.I’m interested in getting my leftover fat from my entire body put into my boobs. I’d like to get my bmi to be just at 18, although it is at a 20 right now. I was just wondering if anyone would be willing to even work with me since […]

Identity theft is a growing problem that now threatens just about everyone, even if you don’t spend a lot of time online. It is a huge problem with risks that are estimated to place most Americans as having a 1 in 4 chance of being victimized in the next five years. With credit card and […]