We often hear anecdotes from potential nose job patients about other cosmetic plastic surgeons and how they work. Most recently, we’ve heard from several patients undergoing revision rhinoplasties (the procedure to correct a failed, first rhinoplasty) about a first nose job done elsewhere that takes three to five hours. Even more dismaying, most of those long,… Read More »
Having attained the status of the most numerous generation, a new stream of potential patients aged 18 to 34 — have increasingly been visiting cosmetic plastic surgeons to see about the state of their noses. That patient stream is overwhelmingly Millennials who are most interested in nose jobs and thenotoplasty, more commonly known as ear pinning. According… Read More »
Several components will create the final, total cost of a nose job. And your surgeon’s staff will let you know the totals well before surgery. Here are some basics things affecting any cosmetic surgery costs: Your surgeon’s experience. A nose job surgeon with top drawer training like: An M.D. degree from a well-known university. Fellowship… Read More »
Many patients are eager for a new look, but do not look forward to dealing with anesthesia. The problem usually is tales of Uncle Joe’s operation fifteen years ago and how sick the anesthesia made him. However, those days are gone. Cosmetic plastic surgery – for all the joy and self-confidence it brings – is… Read More »
It seems like when women (and some men) approach a U.S. beauty counter for facial products, you’ll see many, many preparations from Paris or somewhere in France. At the same time, when we see pictures or movies of French women – like Catherine Deneuve, (age 73) or Leslie Caron – they seem resistant to aging…. Read More »
Yet another bastion of female beauty – larger, lush lips – is being invaded by males who also crave some – but only some – lip augmentation. It turns out a somewhat larger lower lip in males convey all sorts of personal information and values, according to human behavior experts who have studied lip appeal in the… Read More »
Has anybody ever tried to explain to you a picture or a classic work of art like the Mona Lisa? The explanation could go on for hours and still leave a puzzled mind. But instead of hours of verbiage, what if that same person showed you a picture of the Mona Lisa? Presto! The concept… Read More »
After any surgery, anywhere on the body, it’s possible to have bruising. It is expected with rhinoplasty although the range can be from very little to a bit more. Following surgery, ice is the number one factor, when properly applied over the eyes, to reduce bruising. We also believe that ingesting foods rich in the… Read More »
Some rhinoplasty surgeons report that a serious percentage of people wanting a nose job are price shopping first and considering surgeons who charge the least. There are more than a few reasons why those patients may have the cart before the horse. First, rhinoplasty is widely known as the most difficult procedure in all cosmetic plastic surgery… Read More »
The start of the World Series! It reminds of us of the ultra teamwork seen in medicine. The first item of consideration of sport managers and coaches is almost always about teamwork; those managers endlessly explain how the team is more important than any one person, no matter how talented or athletic that one person… Read More »
