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…
What's cooler than CoolSculpting? I suppose getting the same great results at our Naples practice in nearly half the time would qualify. That will be possible in the near future. ZELTIQ®, the company behind CoolSculpting, announced in late January it has received FDA clearance to perform CoolSculpting at lower temperatures using a new applicator, resulting in…
Lips communicate sensuality and youth, so it's easy to understand the popularity of treatments that result in plump, contoured lips. That's why I'm so excited about Restylane Silk, which is getting fantastic results at my plastic surgery practice in Naples, Florida. It's the only filler approved by the FDA specifically to make the lips look fuller,…
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…
If you've seen CoolSculpting Elite treatments profiled on TV or in a magazine, you probably understand that it's a patient's responsibility to choose the right practitioner to get the best fat-reduction result. From my perspective as a doctor, it's important for me to choose the right patient to get the best result. Although CoolSculpting Elite…
Educating patients about the cosmetic procedures we offer is part of our mission at our plastic surgery practice in Naples. By explaining the advantages and processes of treatments, we help patients make informed decisions about what paths will best suit them. This is one of the reasons we host numerous special events and open houses…
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…
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…
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…
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.…