Have you heard of facial fat injections? According to the American Society of Plastic Surgery, this semi-permanent lip enhancement option saw a 16% increase in popularity from 2017 to 2018—and the option continues to gain traction as more patients learn they can achieve lasting improvement with the procedure. As the name implies, facial fat injections… Continue Reading »
If you suffer from frequent sinus infections, nasal congestion, breathing issues, or a visible nasal deformity, there’s a good chance you may have a deviated septum. Deviated septums are a very common medical issue, affecting up to 80% of people in the U.S. While deviated septums can range in severity, symptoms can persist and even… Continue Reading »
Gender affirmation surgery (also called transgender surgery) refers to procedures that help people transition to their self-identified gender. As I’ve highlighted in past blogs, gender affirmation surgery continues to increase in popularity, with roughly 1 in 4 transgender and nonbinary persons choosing to undergo transgender procedures. But, gender affirmation surgery is a big decision that… Continue Reading »
Over the last five years, women have been increasingly opting for minimal, more natural-looking breast augmentation results. While there are many low-profile implant options available, fat transfer has emerged as another safe and effective augmentation method for women looking to modestly increase their cup size and/or enhance the shape of their breasts. Read on to… Continue Reading »
Did you know there are no cosmetic surgery-focused medical residencies in the US and that fellowship training is how board certified cosmetic surgeons learn their craft? The reasons for this are twofold: first, US-based medical residencies are focused on medically necessary procedures. Secondly, cosmetic surgery is a constantly evolving field, and fellowship training in a… Continue Reading »