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Category Archives: Cosmetic Procedures

Proposed Senate Bill Includes a 5% Cosmetic Tax

Posted in Cosmetic Procedures

I would ask all plastic surgeons, facial plastic surgeons, and most importantly….past, present, and future cosmetic patients to call their respective senators and demand the repeal of the 5% cosmetic tax. This tax frivolously and unfairly taxes all cosmetic patients and their procedures, some of which are in the middle class. If you remember President… READ MORE

The Truth About Botox

Posted in Botox, Cosmetic Procedures, Skincare

The truth about BOTOX In this tough economy when budgets are tight, Botox and soft tissue fillers can be the most cost effective way of achieving your aesthetic goals. What is BOTOX? Simply stated, Botox is a medication that paralyzes the muscles causing facial wrinkles (chemodenervation). It was first used in 1980 to correct hyperactive… READ MORE

The Truth About Liposuction

Posted in Cosmetic Procedures, Liposuction

As cosmetic surgeries go, liposuction is one that’s an extremely sought-after procedure because of the perceived dramatic results it can achieve. It’s the second-most popular aesthetic surgical procedure in the United States, and is often seen as an instant weight reduction technique. Although liposuction does make you look better in a month or so after… READ MORE

Wide Awake Liposuction

Posted in Cosmetic Procedures, Liposuction

Liposuction is one of the most common cosmetic procedures performed.  Most patients that maintain a healthy lifestyle with regular exercise (3-4 times/week) and a controlled diet (low fat and moderate proportions) but still have small amounts of fat in subborn areas are candidates.  Certainly, realistic expectations and nonsmokers are mandatory in my practice.  Traditional liposuction… READ MORE

Botox Party

Posted in Botox, Cosmetic Procedures

In tough economic times, although everyones tends to “shelter in place” and reducing spending, that doesn’t mean the we should forget about our health, our family and friends, or our looks!!!!  Yes, the larger ticket cosmetic procedures could be on the “editing room floor” of your budget for 2009, however, Botox and soft tissue fillers… READ MORE

Breast Implant Revisions

Posted in Breast, Cosmetic Procedures

Breast augmentation (breast implant) is one of the more popular cosmetic procedures performed on women and is usually a very satisfying operation with predictable results.  However, their are documented studies of secondary procedures of up to 25%.  What are secondary procedures or revisions?  And why such a high precentage?  Well, in some instances, the implants can be… READ MORE

Cosmetic Questions Answered

Posted in Cosmetic Procedures

Each night I try and prepare a cosmetic surgery question to answer and discuss, however I find it more rewarding when a question is asked for which I have an answer.  Although each patient is different, there are procedures that work well for every cosmetic surgery patient.  In any event, if a someone would like… READ MORE

Liposuction Houston "A Reward for a Healthy Lifestyle"

Posted in Cosmetic Procedures, Liposuction

Too many times I see patients that wish liposuction but don’t understand that this procedure has its limitations.  Traditional liposuction removes fat between skin and muscle that produces the bulge at the waistline, hips, thighs, arms, or back.  Candidates for liposuction should be healthy with realistic expectations but most importanly, have minimal skin excess and good… READ MORE