What is “Board Certified”?

What is “Board Certified”?

“Is your plastic surgeon Board Certified?” Most patients are surprised to learn that any licensed medical doctor can call him or herself a plastic surgeon, regardless of specialty training. But what exactly does “board certified” mean, and why is it so important?...
Breast Aug Recovery

Breast Aug Recovery

When patients come to us inquiring about breast augmentation, they often have just as many questions about the recovery time as the procedure itself: how long until I can return to work? What kind of help will I need? Will I be able to exercise? Every breast...
Liposuction

Liposuction

Liposuction has proven to be one of the most popular cosmetic procedures amongst women and men, ranking just after breast augmentation, and it’s really no surprise as to why. This customized procedure allows the surgeon to remove stubborn fat deposits from multiple...
Botox vs. Depression

Botox vs. Depression

Studies conducted in 2006, 2012, 2014, and most recently in 2017, all support the theory that botox might be an effective treatment option for patients experiencing symptoms of depression. More interestingly, observations indicate a deeper psychological cause behind...
Cosmetic Botox

Cosmetic Botox

Botox injections have taken the cosmetic industry by storm since it first became FDA approved in 2002 for the improvement of frown lines between the eyebrows, and again in 2013 for the treatment of crow’s feet. This purified form of botulinum toxin works by blocking...