With 2017 drawing to a close and 2018 on the not too distant horizon, we wanted to take a minute to reflect on the past year. At Aesthetic Plastic Surgery and Med Spa of Naples, 2017 ushered in many wonderful changes for our practice and our staff. From marriages to babies to new staff members, 2017 held many joys for our practice. Amidst the excitement, 2017 also brought some struggles. Hurricane Irma was an unwelcome visitor, and we know our … Continue reading
Is Pale the New Tan?
Tan, bronzed skin has cycled in and out of fashion for decades, even centuries. Originally, pale skin was considered the most beautiful and a sign of wealth, since only those affluent enough to stay indoors could achieve skin untouched by the sun. As times changed, tanned skin became fashionable. Sun-kissed skin was an indicator a person could afford to fly to exotic tropical locales for a tan. In the 1970s, people slathered themselves in baby oil and sought to achieve … Continue reading
What you see…is not what you get
In our society, the definition of “beautiful” is constantly evolving. This is made even more complicated by the internet, movies, and magazines. We all are familiar with Photoshop®, and I think most of us know when we see that famous actress in a magazine, she most likely has had a little “digital nip or tuck”. However, when we scroll through Facebook or Instagram and see our friends enjoying a beach vacation or birthday dinner, we expect what we see is … Continue reading
Let’s Talk About Vaginal Rejuvenation
Labiaplasty. ThermiVa®. You may not have heard of these before, but they are all vaginal rejuvenation treatments that I offer at my Naples practice. Vaginal rejuvenation is a sensitive and often awkward topic to talk about. A woman’s intimate health is just that — intimate. But it is not uncommon for women to experience issues that they want to address, whether they be functional or aesthetic. As your body changes throughout the years, due to events like childbirth, menopause, and … Continue reading
Top 3 Surprising New Uses for Botox®
At this point in time, we are all pretty familiar with Botox® – the injectable treatment used to soften lines of the face. Most people even know Botox® can be used for a multitude of medicinal reasons, including excessive sweating and migraines. However, a few new applications for Botox® injections have popped up recently. Keep in mind, these uses are not FDA cleared but do represent some interesting uses for the well-known product. A recent article pointed to a spike … Continue reading
