When Having Large Breasts Is a Problem

Women with large breasts are considered attractive and highly desirable for many onlookers. In fact, such perception is actually the driving force behind the soaring popularity of breast augmentation surgeries. However, here at our Las Vegas plastic surgery practice, not all women who have large breasts are actually unhappy and dissatisfied with their naturally endowed look. By and large, these women often seek Dr. […]

Why Choosing a Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon Should Be a Priority

Choosing a plastic surgeon is one of the initial steps to take when you’re considering plastic surgery. Although it’s important to note that finding a cosmetic surgeon may not prove to be a challenge, as there are thousands of surgeons out there, finding a board-certified plastic surgeon is a different matter altogether. Here at our Las Vegas plastic surgery practice, […]

General Practices for Recovering from Plastic Surgery in Las Vegas

When you are considering a cosmetic procedure that requires surgery, it is just as important to think about the recovery period as it is the results. Recovering from surgery means having to take time off work or your normal day-to-day activities, possibly having someone help you with cooking and housework while recovering, as well as getting your mind and body […]

Combining Your Breast Lift with Breast Augmentation

When most women consider getting a breast lift or augmentation, it is either one or the other. But did you know that the two procedures can also be combined into one session? Performing both surgeries at once can give you both the size and shape you’re looking for, without the need for repeat procedures. Breast augmentation involves making an incision […]

Get Your “Beauty Rest”!

There’s a reason they call it “beauty rest” ! A new study by researchers at University Hospitals Case Medical Center has found a link between lack of sleep and poor skin quality. Beauty giant, Estée Lauder sponsored the recent study which was presented at a dermatology meeting, this spring, in Edinburgh, Scotland. Link Discovered Researchers evaluated the skin of the […]

Plastic Surgery: Can a Lift Give You a Lift?

Aesthetic plastic surgery is a unique field of medicine. Patients search out options and choose to have surgery, AND pay out of pocket. The goal is to not only help you look better, but to feel better. With an 87% patient approval rating with 97% recommending others and 93% coming back for more, patients are obviously pleased with their experiences […]

THE IMPORTANCE OF MAINTENANCE AFTER PLASTIC SURGERY

Maintenance is defined as the support or upkeep of your property. Related words are preservation or protection. Your beauty and youth need to be protected and preserved. It would be great if a single face lift after years of sun exposure, casual or in-attentive skin care and beauty regimens would turn back the clock and halt the aging process. Unfortunately, […]

Do it for the Girls!

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. I just got my reminder notice from West Valley Imaging to schedule my annual mammogram and I thought it would be really good timing (October!) to write about how important mammograms are to breast cancer early detection. While our practice does not provide primary care or treat breast cancer, we feel it is very […]

USA TODAY: “Lack of Training can be Deadly in Cosmetic Surgery”

This past week a series of articles in USA Today outlined some of the perils of chasing cheap and fast cosmetic surgery. The trend for “non-plastic surgeons” to add cosmetic procedures to their practice is rampant and the lack of training can be dangerous for the incautious patient. USA Today points out instances in which it was fatal. I have […]

Beauty and Attractiveness Enhance Hiring Likelihood

It is fascinating to see all of the studies that show that personal attractiveness is a positive factor for job-seekers. The more attractive the job candidate, the more positive attributes he or she is thought to have. This is particularly timely in today’s tough economic environment, where every edge is important in competing against a large group of job candidates […]