Archive for 2006

The Ultimate Mommy Makeover

The Ultimate Mommy Makeover

For today’s women, sagging bodies are no longer an inevitable aftereffect of childbearing. More mothers are turning to plastic surgery to regain their figures when diet and exercise alone won’t do the trick-and talking openly about their procedures.

‘Mini Face Lift’ – an Option When Time is of Essence

‘Mini Face Lift’ – an Option When Time is of Essence

A ‘mini face lift’ can erase years from a person’s appearance in a relatively short amount of time. Also known as short-scar face lift, S-lift and various other marketing-related names, this procedure is a good option for patients striving to look their best for an upcoming event or minimize time away from work.

‘Body Contouring’ Surgery on the Rise

‘Body Contouring’ Surgery on the Rise

Patients who have lost massive amounts of weight following gastric bypasses and related procedures sometimes are left with large skin folds that exercise alone cannot resolve. These patients are turning to plastic surgeons to tighten their skin, freeing them to lead active, healthier, more confident lives.

When Is It Time To Turn To ART (Assisted Reproductive Technology)?

When Is It Time To Turn To ART (Assisted Reproductive Technology)?

Two of the most common mistakes that couples suffering from infertility (and even some physicians) make are holding off on treating the underlying cause and performing futile, ineffective treatments that only waste time, energy and money.

What's in a Name?

What's in a Name?

The “alphabet soup” that often accompanies a physician’s name is meant to clarify his or her credentials. Unfortunately, without an appropriate glossary of terms and acronyms, often the letters and titles lead to more confusion.

The Slide Forehead Lift: an Innovative Approach to Forehead Rejuvenation

The Slide Forehead Lift: an Innovative Approach to Forehead Rejuvenation

Forehead lifting is a very powerful way to rejuvenate the upper face and upper eyelids. It can be used to restore a youthful shape to the eyebrows by sliding the forehead upward and maintaining it in an improved position.

The “Total Body Lift"

The “Total Body Lift"

In a world obsessed with the Atkins and South Beach diets, where the number of diet pills sold is increasing, it should come as no surprise that thousands of people are successfully losing significant amounts of weight each year. Unfortunately, this can leave loose, hanging skin behind.

Combination Treatments for Aging Skin

Combination Treatments for Aging Skin

The “no downtime” procedure refers to any facial enhancement treatment that does not require time off from work or social engagements. The trend started a decade ago with so-called “lunchtime” peels.

UVA Confusion

UVA Confusion

What is ultraviolet radiation and what is UVA? Why do we need to block it and how can you tell if your sunscreen does a good job? These are important questions but not ones easily answered by the average consumer.

State-of-the-Art Hair Transplant Techniques

State-of-the-Art Hair Transplant Techniques

Mild to moderate male pattern hair loss affects approximately 50 percent of men by age 50. The exact cause of male pattern baldness is unknown, although there are several contributory factors.

Breast Implants: Some Common Questions

Breast Implants: Some Common Questions

Dr. Greenberg is a board certified Plastic Surgeon and former President of the California Society of Plastic Surgeons. He answers a number of commonly asked questions about breast augmentation to educate potential patients about the procedure.

Cosmetic Eyelid Surgery: What It Can and Can't Do

Cosmetic Eyelid Surgery: What It Can and Can't Do

One of the first places we show age is around the eyes. The skin surrounding this area is the thinnest on our body and the sockets that nature designed to protect the eyes encourage the skin to stretch, muscles to weaken, and excess fat to gather above and beneath the lids.

Optimizing the Results of Aesthetic Facial Surgery

Optimizing the Results of Aesthetic Facial Surgery

No matter what type of aesthetic facial surgery procedure you may be considering, preparing your body, skin, and mind before the procedure is critical.

Lunchtime Procedures Fight Off Aging Skin

Lunchtime Procedures Fight Off Aging Skin

Have you ever wondered why your friend who always looked tired and worn out suddenly came over one day looking like she had finally gotten some rest? Do you wish there were something you could do that could give you that same rested look?

Scar Revision: Part of the Laser Revolution

Scar Revision: Part of the Laser Revolution

Scars come in many sizes, shapes, and colors. They can be red, brown, blue, or white. Some are raised, while others are depressed, indented, or bound down to underlying bone or muscle. Some are hard and some are soft.