One of the post-holiday rituals many of us follow is making New Year's resolutions. More often than not, they include a commitment to get back in shape after enjoying so many seasonal goodies. This year, however, I'm suggesting a proactive approach by planning a CoolSculpting treatment at our Naples, Florida, practice. Getting ahead of the…
We recently received the exciting news that we've achieved Diamond provider status from Allergan®, the maker of such products as JUVÉDERM® fillers and BOTOX® Cosmetic. That means our Naples, Florida, practice is in the top 5% of all aesthetic practices nationally in the use of Allergan's top-notch products, a distinction that recognizes our extensive experience.…
If you're researching plastic surgeons in Naples or elsewhere, you know how overwhelming the process of finding a good one can be. Although some red flags, such as a litany of poor online reviews, are obvious, others may be harder to spot. Keep an eye out for these 3 important ones: Red Flag No. 1:…
Naples Plastic Surgeon, Dr. Kent Hasen, continues his discussion of common sunscreen myths. Chemicals in Sunscreen Interfere with Hormones and Cause Cancer FALSE! Most people’s concern regarding sunscreen stems from two ingredients: oxybenzone and retinyl palmitate. Oxybenzone is a synthetic estrogen first approved by the FDA in 1978 and present in sunscreen since the early…
SUNSCREEN CAUSES MELANOMA FALSE! Many patients worry that instead of preventing this deadly form of skin cancer, sunscreen can actually cause the disease. However, there are NO studies to support this notion. In fact, a recent groundbreaking study found that regular sunscreen use reduced the incidence of melanoma by 50-73%! Of the seven most common…
The popularity of CoolSculpting treatments among my Fort Myers and Naples, FL patients has risen meteorically over the past few years, and it's easy to see why. The non-invasive procedure measurably reduces fat deposits and doesn't require any sort of recovery time, so you can get back to doing the things you love while your…
CoolSculpting Elite treatments can help improve brides' natural contours and feel better in their wedding dresses. One such patient of mine, Anna, was profiled in the video on this page by NBC 2 as she underwent the procedure to reduce her love handles before her big day. A CoolSculpting Elite procedure is performed in-office and…
CoolSculpting Elite is quickly establishing itself as one of the most popular options for non-surgical body contouring around the country, and with good reason. Its results are measurable, and its method of action is backed by real science. People considering CoolSculpting Elite at my Naples practice have a lot of questions. Here are answers to the ones…
Many people associate breast implant revision with a patient who was unsatisfied with her breast augmentation, but our Naples-Fort Myers area practice also offers revision for patients who simply want to "upgrade" their implants. What's better about new implants? It's important to understand that one type of implant isn't necessarily better than another, and patients…
As 2014 gets into full swing, some of us are thinking about what the year may bring. Plastic surgeons in Naples and around the country keep their eyes open at this time of year, when many patients resolve to better their bodies and their confidence, for new and innovative treatment options that may improve their practices. Some…