There’s a bit of irony when it comes to the results of the modern nose job. That’s because these days some patients want to add a bit of character to their noses. These rhinoplasty patients at my Boston-area practice aren’t always self-conscious about the size or shape of their noses, but they do want their noses to …
Cosmetic procedures may not be on your mind when you’re outside bundled head-to-toe or cocooning at home, but actually, winter is a great time for skin rejuvenation as an extra boost to combat the effects of harsh weather. Medical spa treatments at our Hingham location that are most popular at this time of year include chemical peels, …
Rhinoplasty patients at my Boston plastic surgery practice typically ask plenty of questions during their consultations, which is great. Educating patients about the procedures they're considering is something I truly enjoy, and I encourage men and women getting rhinoplasty to make a list of questions prior to our meeting. With that in mind, here are …
Women considering breast augmentation in the Boston area often spend hours doing online research to prepare for their consultations. It's great to be informed, but I also encourage patients to have an open mind when it comes to choosing the size and type of implants for their procedures. I'll explain in this blog post why …
Coastal Plastic Surgery is pleased to now be offering CoolSculpting®. This non-invasive fat elimination procedure is an amazing answer for patients looking for the treatment of areas of stubborn fat that are resistant to diet and exercise. It's a technology that has been around for several years but a few new advancements have improved it even further. Historically …
When Boston patients come into my practice for a breast augmentation consultation, it's pretty much a certainty that during our time together, we will identify some degree of preexisting breast asymmetry. All too often I think patients are told by family, friends, and practitioners that breast asymmetry is normal and therefore not something to be expected to be …
Blepharoplasty, or eyelid surgery, addresses eyelid heaviness and puffiness that contribute to the common complaint "I look tired, but don't feel that way". I assure patients at my Boston practice that if the eyes are the windows to the soul, then the shades shouldn't be distracting. Blepharoplasty can be performed on the upper eyelids, lower eyelids, or …
Rhinoplasty is a common procedure used to alter the shape and profile of the nose. There are several additional components that can be addressed at the same time that improve the overall outcome, both aesthetically and practically. At my Boston-based practice, the 3 most common ancillary procedures are: Septoplasty Turbinate Reduction Chin Surgery A deviated septum …
....it's the belly button. As our only natural scar, it's absence or distortion can be conspicuous. Furthermore, we're often fascinated with our belly buttons- giving them characteristics like "innies" or "outies", and even personalities like "happy" and "sad". My infant son loves sticking things in his. As a plastic surgeon that performs tummy tuck procedures …
Juvederm Voluma™ XC is an injectable filler recently approved by the FDA and it has this plastic surgeon's stamp of approval. I've been using it in my Boston office with very happy patients. Voluma is the first and only filler approved to temporarily correct age-related volume loss in the cheek. I've found that by subtly augmenting the …