Which is Better Kybella or CoolSculpting?
In January we wrote a blog titled “What can I do about my neck?” When we published that blog 11 months ago we listed three options 1) Necklift 2) Laser Liposuction 3) Subdermal Tightening. At the time these were the best options and they were all surgical options. Since that time not one, but two…
American Laser Center Closed. Where do I go for hair removal now?
About a year ago American Laser Center filed for bankruptcy and abruptly closed their doors. They left thousands of laser hair removal patients stuck mid treatment. We heard about the closing from an industry rep who said we might pick up some patients. We were a little surprised at what “some patients” turned out to…
Can I Freeze My Chin Fat?
Our Coolsculpting practice has been helping patients shape their abdomen and flanks for years. The results are excellent and patients love the fact that there is no downtime. A few years ago Coolsculpting added their CoolSmooth applicator, and for the first time we could effectively treat outer thighs with Coolsculpting. For the body there is…
Will Insurance Pay For My Breast Reduction Cost?
Breast reduction surgery has one of the highest patient satisfaction scores of any plastic surgery procedure. For many women it is a life changing procedure that provides substantial quality of life and related health benefits…but that doesn’t mean that insurance is going to cover it. Every insurance plan has specific requirements that determine whether or…
JUVÉDERM VOLUMA™ XC
Voluma is the newest dermal filler, and it may be the best one yet. Dermal filler injections have literally changed the face of aging since their introduction. They give us the ability to instantly fill lines and add volume to provide a more youthful appearance. While there are a number of exceptional fillers available in…
Winter Skin 101
Arctic air and central heating are not doing your skin any favors, but there are some simple steps you can take to be kind to your skin even when the weather is not. #1. Moisturize more. Winter environments indoor and outdoor are dryer than other months, so help your skin maintain its moisture with a…
How to keep your face from aging?
How can you delay facial aging? By caring for your skin. People are living longer today than ever before. BBL photofacials and quality skin care products can help keep you looking younger, longer. We want our best face forward as we expand our education, careers, and relationships. While many patients focus on Botox and fillers…