Recently, I saw a patient in my Naples plastic surgery office wanting to smooth subtle fine lines around the lips. I had actually seen this same patient over 8 years ago, when she presented with the same concern. At the time, I advised the patient against using filler in this area. Eight years ago, the…
Every spring, the entire medical aesthetic community looks forward to the release of the previous year's statistics from the American Society of Plastic Surgeons®, or ASPS. 2016's numbers are just beginning to trickle in, and so far the word we’re hearing most is "fat." As many of my breast augmentation patients in Fort Myers can tell…
Anyone thinking about getting rid of pockets of stubborn fat is probably aware that nonsurgical fat reduction treatments can get some pretty impressive results. Procedures such as CoolSculpting®, for example, produce very nice outcomes for our patients. But for patients who either want more dramatic results or want to remove fat from multiple areas, the…
The enormous popularity and rise of social media has impacted many aspects of our lives: how we communicate, how we learn about what is happening in the world, how we shop, and now how we decide if we need plastic surgery. With the “selfie" becoming a routine part of our dialect (in fact, it was…
People researching liposuction online quickly discover that the procedure goes by multiple names. That can get confusing. When it comes time to choose a plastic surgeon to perform liposuction in the Naples-Fort Myers area, it's always good to know what you'll need to ask. Liposuction is a versatile treatment that can tone several different areas…
As we enter a new year, we often make resolutions to live a healthier lifestyle. At our office, we fully believe looking and feeling beautiful begins from within. However, there are a few simple resolutions you can start now to ensure your outward appearance matches your inner youthful spirit. Sunscreen, sunscreen, sunscreen. Protecting your skin…