Using a patient's own fat to enhance another area is getting quite a bit of attention recently. I've seen increased popularity at my Naples practice among cosmetic surgery patients who like the idea of natural augmentation, and the trend is surging nationwide, as well. More patients seem to be realizing the impressive results they can achieve…
Mother's Day is coming soon, and here's a little fact about moms you may not know. Here at my plastic surgery practice, the Brazilian butt lift is gaining popularity among moms in the Naples, Florida, area. This procedure can be a valuable addition to a Mommy Makeover, which combines different surgeries to address the various…
I look forward each year to the release of the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery's annual statistics. These numbers give me a window into nationwide trends and arm me with the knowledge I need to make important decisions regarding my practice. This year's survey included some astounding numbers on non-surgical fat reduction, such as…
Many of the men and women who undergo cosmetic plastic surgery at my Naples, Florida, practice have concerns about pain after surgery. It's not just the potential discomfort they ask about — they're also curious about their options for managing it. Many patients have reservations about taking opioid pain medications, such as oxycodone (Percocet) or…
When I first read about a recent study whose authors surveyed more than 1,000 men and women to determine the ideal breast shape, I thought about my years of consulting with breast augmentation patients in Naples and how perceptions change over time. When I first began my practice the common perception was that women (and…
CoolSculpting Elite is one of the most exciting aesthetic treatments introduced in the past few years, because it gets excellent results without surgery. It's a relatively simple procedure, but it's still important that you research the background of the provider performing your CoolSculpting Elite treatment. At my Naples practice, for example, I personally perform CoolSculpting…
Non-surgical alternatives to facelift surgery are increasingly popular with the availability of advanced skin tightening treatments and innovative dermal fillers. Some patients are excellent candidates for these procedures, while others will benefit much more from a surgical facelift at my Naples practice. There are advantages to both surgical and non-surgical anti-aging procedures, and it's important…
My passion as a plastic surgeon is to use my training and experience to help fulfill the cosmetic goals of my patients in a way that looks natural. At my plastic surgery practice in Naples, I work hard to form lasting partnerships that are based on trust and mutual understanding. Getting to know my patients also helps…
If you're in search of a plastic surgeon in Naples, Ft. Myers, or other nearby communities, you probably already understand the importance of strong qualifications such as board certification. While experience and training form a great foundation, I believe that plastic surgery is most successful when there's a true partnership between me and my patient.…
One of the great benefits of plastic surgery forum websites such as RealSelf is the availability of accurate information from well-trained surgeons. I often contribute to these websites, and I've noticed a recent increase in the number of questions regarding non-surgical alternatives to procedures such as liposuction. Whether you're in the Naples-Fort Myers area or…