May 9th, 2013
In the past, when patients were dealing with stubborn, exercise-resistant fat and unwanted inches, liposuction was often the only real treatment option. Today, that story has changed, and modern cosmetic medicine offers a host of minimally-invasive and non-invasive solutions. And, there are few as popular as CoolSculpting®.
As one of today’s most cutting-edge cosmetic treatments, CoolSculpting uses patented cooling technology to reduce unwanted fat, without the need for surgery. Based on the principle that fat cells are more sensitive to cold than overlying skin, CoolSculpting triggers a natural process known as apoptosis. This works to eliminate fat cells from the body without damaging nerves or surrounding tissue. So, ready to find out more?
Here is our list of the top 5 reasons to explore CoolSculpting today:
- Effective. Based on years of research and testing, CoolSculpting has been shown to be one of the most effective means for non-invasive fat reduction available today. While not a weight loss solution, CoolSculpting helps improve the appearance of unsightly bulges and unwanted inches.
- Completely non-invasive. Compared to traditional fat reduction methods, CoolSculpting represents a completely non-invasive alternative. Gently drawing bulges of fat between the devices specially-designed cooling panels, CoolSculpting eliminates fat without any knives, needles or suction tubes.
- Versatile. As one of today’s most versatile cosmetic procedures, CoolSculpting works to target nearly any area of unwanted fat. Common treatment areas include the thighs, midsection, love handles and many others.
- No downtime. Patients who undergo CoolSculpting can expect to be back on their feet immediately, with no downtime or healing period. Often described as a “lunch break” procedure, many patients return to work immediately following their CoolSculpting session.
- Available in New Jersey. Our practice is proud to announce the addition of CoolSculpting to our large selection of cosmetic treatments. Those interested are encouraged to schedule their CoolSculpting sessions today!
CoolSculpting in West Orange and Jersey City
If you’re tired of dealing with stubborn fat, contact us today and find out how CoolSculpting can help. To schedule a consultation, we encourage you to call our West Orange office at 973-324-9455 or our Jersey City office at 201-763-6764. We look forward to serving you.
Posted in Body Procedures, News/Updates | No Comments »
April 17th, 2013
Let’s face it – our face can say a lot about us. As our first line of defense against Mother Nature’s elements and harmful UV radiation, our face is also the part of us most susceptible to premature aging. Particularly disposed to fine lines, wrinkles and sagging skin, what steps are you taking to put your best face forward? To help you understand your options, let’s take a quick look at how modern plastic surgery can help.
Here is our list of Top Procedures for Facial Rejuvenation:
- BOTOX®: As today’s number-one cosmetic procedure, BOTOX® is particularly well-suited for “dynamic” facial lines, such as frown lines, crow’s feet and worry lines across the forehead. Essentially a muscle relaxer, this cutting-edge treatment is completely minimally-invasive, administered in a series of small injections.
- Dermal fillers: As their name implies, fillers like Juvéderm®, Restylane®, and Radiesse® work to “fill in” the valleys of facial creases and other areas of lost volume. An ideal solution for men and women alike, fillers are quick, effective and minimally-invasive.
- Blepharoplasty: Also known as eyelid surgery, blepharoplasty works to combat the appearance of “tired,” sagging eyelids. The procedure involves removing excess fat, skin and muscle from the upper and lower eyelids, in order to achieve a rested, more youthful appearance.
Please click here to view before and after images of Eyelid Surgery (Blepharoplasty) »
- Facelift: Working to shave years off a patient’s appearance, Facelift Surgery remains one of today’s most popular, time-tested surgeries. The procedure involves tightening underlying muscles and redraping skin around the neck and face.
- Brow lift: Signs of aging can regularly appear on the forehead, manifesting as sagging skin and a permanently furrowed brow. Brow lift surgery works to address these issues by altering muscles and tissues above the eyebrows, resulting in a smooth, more youthful appearance.
- Chemical peel: For patients suffering from facial lines, skin discoloration, or some other skin irregularity, chemical peels are often the best solution. Varying in strengths, peels remove the damaged outer layers of the skin to promote better texture and skin tone.
- Fat grafting: As one of today’s most popular facial procedures, fat grafting works to reduce the appearance of wrinkles, and “plumps up” areas of lost facial volume. During the procedure, fat is selectively harvested from the patient and reintroduced to the face in a series of tiny injections.
Plastic Surgeon in West Orange and Jersey City
Ready to find out what cosmetic surgery can do for you? Take the first step – contact us today. To schedule your consultation, call our West Orange office at 973-324-9455 or our Jersey City office at 201-763-6764. We look forward to hearing from you.
As one of today’s most popular facial procedures, fat grafting works to reduce the appearance of wrinkles and “plump up” areas of lost facial volume. During the procedure, fat is directly selectively harvested from the patient and reintroduced to the face in a series of tiny injections.
Posted in Face Procedures | No Comments »
March 21st, 2013
As the winter season winds to a close, we are all reminded of the warmer weather and longer days that will soon be upon us! A time of year for lighter clothing and spending time by the pool, take a moment to ask yourself this question: “What can I do to look my very best this season?” For those struggling with a flat rear end, the answer may be simpler than you think! Ready to find out what Brazilian Butt Lifts are really all about?
Here’s a brief introduction:
- What is a Brazilian Butt Lift, exactly? When patients are living with a dull, flat rear end, they will often assume that butt implants are their only real option. Thankfully, modern cosmetic medicine now offers a simple, minimally-invasive alternative: the Brazilian Butt Lift. This cutting-edge approach uses a patient’s own fat to achieve a fuller, shapelier butt.
- What does the Brazilian Butt Lift procedure entail? A Brazilian Butt Lift begins with a simple liposuction procedure, removing fat from the midsection, love handles, thighs or any other area with “unwanted inches.” Instead of being discarded, this fat is then purified and reintroduced to the butt in a series of small injections. Achieving a full, shapely bottom has never been easier!
- Are patients usually happy with their results? Absolutely – the Brazilian Butt Lift carries one of the highest degrees of patient satisfaction of any procedure! In fact, according to leading plastic surgery community site, RealSelf®, users gave the procedure a remarkable 93% Worth It rating – a number that’s truly hard to deny!
- If I exercise, won’t I “burn away” my new butt? Following a Brazilian Butt Lift, many patients feel they should avoid exercise, for fear of reversing their results. While every patient is different, there are several ways to stay active without compromising the benefits of your procedure. One blogger recommends “heavy resistance leg work” such as squats and lunges. Click here to check out the whole article.
- Is a Brazilian Butt Lift right for me? The best way to find out more about butt enhancement is to schedule an appointment with a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon. Those in the West Orange and Jersey City areas are encouraged to contact our practice directly.
Brazilian Butt Lift in West Orange and Jersey City
To learn more about the Brazilian Butt Lift or any of the cosmetic treatments we offer, we encourage you to contact us today and schedule a consultation. Call our West Orange office at 973-324-9455 or our Jersey City office at 201-763-6764. We look forward to meeting you soon!
Posted in Body Procedures | No Comments »
February 8th, 2013
For our practice, one of our most important goals is patient satisfaction – that is, when individuals are pleased with their results and consider their procedure “worth it,” all things considered. While these numbers have been historically difficult to track on a large scale, plastic surgery community site, RealSelf®, is making things a bit easier! Drawing together the experiences of its thousands of registered users, the site allows patients to vote on which plastic surgery procedures were “worth it” for them. A true measure of patient satisfaction, let’s see how one of today’s top cosmetic procedures – tummy tuck surgery – stacked up.
Tummy tuck surgery is an effective and time-tested solution for flattening and shaping the abdomen and waist. Technically known as “abdominoplasty,” the procedure works to remove excess fat and skin and tighten underlying muscles. As one of today’s most popular cosmetic procedures, let’s take a look and see how it fared in terms of patient satisfaction. Basing its figures on the experiences of thousands of real tummy tuck patients, RealSelf is currently assigning the procedure a remarkable 95% “worth it” rating! That number represents an undeniable majority of happy patients!
Please Click Here to View Our Tummy Tuck Before & After Gallery »
What Other Procedures Got High Marks for Patient Satisfaction?
Let’s take a quick look at a few more popular cosmetic procedures that “make the list” in terms of high patient satisfaction!
Mommy Makeover: While starting a family can be an exceptionally rewarding experience, it can also change a woman’s body in some unexpected ways. A Mommy Makeover works to correct that, bringing women closer to their pre-baby body. Combining the benefits of several cosmetic procedures – breast reduction, tummy tuck surgery, breast augmentation, breast lift surgery and/or liposuction – Mommy Makeovers earned a RealSelf “worth it” rating of 98%!
Please Click Here to View Our Mommy Makeover Before & After Gallery »
Lower Facelift: For patients dealing with wrinkles, sagging skin and other signs of facial aging, Facelift Surgery is often the ideal option. Working to promote a fresher, more youthful appearance, the procedure remains one of today’s most common plastic surgery procedures. So, how does it do in terms of patient satisfaction? According to the most recent RealSelf figures, Lower Facelift Surgery earned an impressive 94% “worth it” rating.
Plastic Surgeon in West Orange and Jersey City
Ready to explore plastic surgery for the first time? Take the first step – contact us today. To schedule your plastic surgery consultation, call our West Orange office at 973-324-9455 or our Jersey City office at 201-763-6764. We look forward to hearing from you.
Posted in Body Procedures | No Comments »
February 8th, 2013
Since it was introduced, BOTOX® has grown to become the number-one cosmetic procedure in the United States. Working to “turn back the clock” and promote a more youthful appearance, BOTOX is leading the fight against unwanted facial lines and wrinkles. Despite its popularity, however, many patients feel that they don’t understand the treatment completely, and many come to us with questions! To better help you understand this minimally-invasive solution, we wanted to take a moment to answer some of the most common questions from patients. Ready to find out what BOTOX is really all about?
Here are 5 BOTOX Questions We Hear from Patients:
- What is BOTOX, exactly? A highly purified protein, BOTOX belongs to a category of injectables known as botulinum toxin type A. Working essentially as a muscle relaxer, BOTOX works to ease away what are known as “dynamic lines” or “expression lines.” Examples include crow’s feet and horizontal lines across the forehead.
- Is BOTOX the same thing as a soft tissue filler? While BOTOX and fillers are both popular wrinkle treatments, fillers work slightly differently. Adding volume to the skin, treatments like Juvéderm® and Restylane® literally “fill in” the valleys of creases. These treatments are best suited for deep-set or “static” lines.
- Isn’t BOTOX very painful? Because BOTOX is so effective, many assume that it must also be very painful. A minimally-invasive approach to fine lines and wrinkles, most patients find the procedure quite tolerable.
- How long will my results last? In the end, every patient is different and should expect unique results. Though not a permanent solution, the effects of BOTOX will often last up to several months.
- Is BOTOX the right option for me? The best way to explore your BOTOX options is to schedule an appointment with a board certified plastic surgeon near you. Patients in the West Orange and Jersey City areas are encouraged to contact our offices directly.
BOTOX in West Orange and Jersey City
To learn more about BOTOX or any of the other services we offer, contact us directly and schedule a consultation. Call our West Orange office at 973-324-9455 or our Jersey City office at 201-763-6764. We look forward to serving you!
Posted in Face Procedures | No Comments »
January 3rd, 2013
January is all about new beginnings! A time of year that symbolizes change and opportunity, take a moment to think about your goals and aspirations for 2013! Of course, while we all know the typical New Year’s resolutions – get more organized, spend more time with friends and family, etc. – this year, we’re challenging our patients to make a new commitment to their health and beauty! Let’s face it, the New Year is now well upon us – isn’t it time to find a new you?
Winter is an ideal time for cosmetic treatment. With cooler weather and shorter days, winter offers plenty of opportunities for rest and recovery. What’s more, the bulkier clothing we’re wearing this time of year can help keep your plastic surgery procedure your little secret. So, are you ready to find out what plastic surgery can do for you?
Here is our list of the Top 5 Cosmetic Procedures for 2013:
- Breast Augmentation: For the countless women suffering from small, uneven breasts, breast augmentation surgery can be an ideal solution. Using silicone or saline-filled implants, the procedure aims to achieve a fuller, more proportionate bustline.
Please Click Here to View Our Breast Augmentation Before & After Gallery »
-
BOTOX/fillers: For those looking for a minimally-invasive answer to lines and wrinkles, our practice offers a wide selection of injectables, including BOTOX® and fillers. BOTOX, which is essentially a muscle relaxer, works to ease away “expression lines,” like crow’s feet and horizontal lines across the forehead. For deep-set wrinkles, patients will often benefit from a soft tissue filler such as Juvéderm®. These treatments add volume to the skin and promote a rested, youthful appearance.
- Lipotherme™: Lipotherme is one of today’s most exciting solutions for stubborn, exercise-resistant fat. Technically known as a “laser lipolysis” procedure, Lipotherme works to simultaneously eliminate fat and tighten skin. Achieving a trim, more proportionate figure, Lipotherme is well-suited for nearly any area of the body, including the thighs, midsection, love handles and more.
Please Click Here to View Our Lipotherme Before & After Gallery »
- Eyelid Lift : Our eyes say a lot about us, and if you’re one of the countless men and women living with tired, sagging eyelids, yours could be saying the wrong thing! Thankfully, plastic surgery offers a simple, effective solution: eyelid lift surgery. The procedure removes excess fat, skin and muscle from the upper eyelids to refresh the eyes and restore a more youthful appearance.
Please Click Here to View Our Eyelid Lift Before & After Gallery »
- Tummy Tuck: Also known as an abdominoplasty procedure, tummy tuck surgery works to dramatically flatten and tighten the abdomen. An effective and time-tested solution, tummy tuck surgery is particularly popular among those who have lost a significant amount of weight as well as mothers who have passed their childbearing years.
Please Click Here to View Our Tummy Tuck Before & After Gallery »
Plastic Surgeon in West Orange and Jersey City
Ready to find out what plastic surgery can do for you? Take the first step – contact us today. To schedule your plastic surgery consultation, call our West Orange office at 973-324-9455 or our Jersey City office at 201-763-6764. We look forward to meeting you.
Posted in News/Updates | No Comments »
November 29th, 2012
Have you ever been in this situation? You’re eating right, you’re exercising regularly and despite your best efforts, that flabby belly or muffin top isn’t going anywhere! So, what’s sabotaging your weight loss efforts? Check this out!
According to leading health blog, fitbie, “If you’re doing everything in your power to slim down and your body’s not following suit, biological and environmental factors could be to blame.” Okay, so what are the biggest culprits? “Age, stress, sleep, pregnancy, menopause, medication, and even food additives can sabotage your weight loss goals in some sneaky ways,” says the blog – and it certainly makes sense! When we’re young, it usually doesn’t take much effort to maintain a healthy weight. As we age, physiological changes and environmental factors can make stubborn fat a reality. So, what can men and women today do about it? Read on and find out how we’re helping our patients take care of those unwanted inches!
Explore Lipotherme™ Today!
Lipotherme™ is now one of the most requested procedures among our patients. Quickly becoming a go-to solution for stubborn, exercise resistant fat, let’s take a brief look at this cutting-edge treatment.
Here are the Top 3 Questions About Lipotherme:
- What is Lipotherme? Often referred to as a “laser lipolysis” procedure, Lipotherme achieves several important goals. By eliminating fat and simultaneously contracting skin cells, the procedure works to achieve a slimmer, trimmer, more proportionate figure. Well-suited for nearly any area of the body, common treatment areas include the abdomen, waist, thighs, back and more.
- What are some advantages of Lipotherme? Lipotherme offers several important advantages over traditional liposuction methods. Besides being less-invasive, Lipotherme often requires a shorter treatment time, minimal discomfort and little to no downtime.
- Is Lipotherme right for me? The best way to find out if you’re a good candidate for Lipotherme is to schedule an appointment with a board certified plastic surgeon in your area.
Please click here to view before and after images of LipoTherme™ »
Schedule a Lipotherme Consultation Today
Ready to find out what Lipotherme can do for you? Take the first step – contact us today. Call our West Orange office at 973-324-9455 or our Jersey City office at 201-763-6764. We look forward to meeting you soon!
Posted in Body Procedures | No Comments »
October 22nd, 2012
Any mother will tell you that having a child is one of the most joyful times in a woman’s life. Unfortunately, birth and breastfeeding can also take a huge toll on a woman’s body. This is why mothers of all ages are opting for what’s being called a “Mommy Makeover.” Addressing some of the most common concerns among mothers today, we can combat the appearance of a flabby midsection, sagging breasts, stubborn fat and much more. Want to find out what all the buzz is about?
Here is our list of the Top 5 Mommy Makeover Questions Answered:
- What is a mommy makeover? A mommy makeover is not a one-size-fits-all procedure. Rather, it’s a customized treatment plan aimed at restoring a woman’s pre-baby body. Weighing your unique medical needs and cosmetic goals, we work together to determine the best course of treatment for you.
- What are some typical mommy makeover procedures? No matter what breast or body concerns you’re dealing with, a mommy makeover could be the answer! Common procedures include breast reduction, tummy tuck surgery, breast augmentation, breast lift surgery and liposuction. We will typically combine procedures in order to achieve the best possible result.
- Are patients happy with their results? Generally speaking, mommy makeovers tend to carry very high patient satisfaction. Plastic surgery community site, RealSelf, measures patient satisfaction by polling its members and asking if their procedure was “worth it” for them. And, according to the most recent RealSelf data, mommy makeover surgery earned a remarkable 98% worth it rating.
- Can I see some before and after photos? While they can’t guarantee what your results will be, mommy makeover before and after photos can give you a good idea of the procedure as a whole. Please click here to take a look at some of our past work. »
- Am I a good candidate for a mommy makeover? The best way to find out if you’re a candidate for a mommy makeover is to schedule an appointment with a board certified plastic surgeon. There, you can discuss the procedure in detail and have any remaining questions answered.
Mommy Makeover in West Orange and Jersey City
Ready to find out what a mommy makeover can do for you? Take the first step – contact us today and schedule a consultation. Call our West Orange office at 973-324-9455 or our Jersey City office at 201-763-6764. We look forward to meeting you soon!
Posted in Body Procedures | No Comments »
September 22nd, 2012
While plastic surgery procedures continue to see significant growth each year, a new trend in the world of cosmetic medicine is becoming more and more apparent: minimally-invasive procedures are on the rise! A category that often means less downtime and quicker recoveries, patients love the ease and convenience of these “lunch break” procedures. So, just how many non-surgical procedures are performed each year?
According to a recent report from the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, there were over 12.2 million minimally-invasive cosmetic procedures performed in 2011. What’s even more impressive is the type of growth that represents. Compared with the 2010 figures, we see a remarkable 6% growth in popularity in one year alone. That means for every one surgical cosmetic procedure that was performed in the US, seven minimally-invasive procedures were also performed. Want to know what other patients are choosing?
Here are the Top 3 Minimally-Invasive Cosmetic Procedures in the US, based on recent ASPS data:
Botulinum Toxin Type A: A category that includes BOTOX® injections, botulinum toxin type A procedures have quickly grown to become the number-one cosmetic procedure in the US. Essentially a muscle relaxer, BOTOX is a highly purified protein that works to combat the appearance of “dynamic creases.” These include frown lines, crow’s feet and horizontal lines across the forehead.
Soft Tissue Fillers: For deeper, more persistent wrinkles, a filler will often be the better option. Simple and effective, fillers like Juvéderm® and Restylane® work to “fill in” the valleys of creases. These treatments are also used to add volume to the skin, achieve a more youthful face shape and in certain cases, can be used for cosmetic lip enhancement.
Chemical Peels: Tailored to a patient’s medical needs and cosmetic concerns, chemical peels work to remove the damaged outer layers of the skin and promote a fresher, more youthful appearance. Ensuring the highest quality of care for our patients, our practice is proud to offer chemical peels from SkinMedica®. These treatments rejuvenate the skin with minimal downtime or discomfort.
BOTOX in West Orange and Jersey City
To learn more about these or any of the procedures we offer, we encourage you to contact us today and schedule a consultation. Call our West Orange office at 973-324-9455 or our Jersey City office at 201-763-6764. We look forward to meeting you soon.
Posted in News/Updates | No Comments »
August 17th, 2012
Last week, ABC News published an interesting article on a growing new trend in the world of cosmetic medicine: couples exploring plastic surgery together. While certain procedures have long been associated only with women, it seems now that a growing number of husbands are joining with their wives and finding out what cosmetic surgery can do for them!
“Heather and David Robertson have done everything together for 18 years,” reports ABC, “so when she decided to go under the knife, he didn’t think twice about doing it, too.” And, while Heather and David were both looking into plastic surgery, they came in with different concerns. David was dealing with a bothersome “double chin” and opted for a surgical chin lift. For Heather, however, it was all about combating the effects of childbirth. “…We have had four children together and you know it takes quite a toll on our bodies,” David explained to ABC News. “So if anybody deserves to get a tummy tuck, I think she deserves to get one done.”
Following the procedures, the couple seems to be satisfied. “Six weeks of healing later and the extra skin on David’s chin is gone,” reports ABC. “Heather’s baby fat after her four children is non-existent.”
Male Plastic Surgery on the Rise
The recent ABC News piece highlights a shifting attitude in the world of plastic surgery. What were procedures only popular among the “fairer sex,” are now finding an ever-growing male audience. Just how many men are choosing plastic surgery each year? According to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, there were over 1.19 million male cosmetic procedures performed in 2011, alone. That represents a remarkable 9% of all cosmetic procedures performed in the country. So, which procedures are men choosing?
Here are the Top 3 Cosmetic Surgical Procedures Among Men, based on recent ASPS data:
Nose Reshaping: Nose reshaping – also known as “rhinoplasty” – comes in as the number-one male cosmetic surgery in the US. The procedure aims to correct a nose that appears large, wide, has a bump or appears crooked.
Eyelid Surgery: Also, known as “blepharoplasty,” an eyelid lift works to combat the appearance of drooping, tired-looking eyes. During the procedure, excess fat, skin and muscle are removed from the upper and lower eyelids.
Liposuction: The go-to treatment for stubborn, exercise-resistant fat, liposuction is used to shape and recontour the body. Common liposuction sites include the midsection, love handles, buttocks, thighs, chest and more.
Plastic Surgeon in West Orange and Jersey City
Ready to explore plastic surgery for the first time? Take the first step – contact us today. To schedule your plastic surgery consultation, call our West Orange office at 973-324-9455 or our Jersey City office at 201-763-6764. We look forward to hearing from you.
Posted in Male Plastic Surgery, News/Updates | No Comments »
In the past, when patients were dealing with stubborn, exercise-resistant fat and unwanted inches, liposuction was often the only real treatment option. Today, that story has changed, and modern cosmetic medicine offers a host of minimally-invasive and non-invasive solutions. And, there are few as popular as CoolSculpting®.
