Before we book a dinner reservation or select a hotel, many of us are inclined to log in to Yelp, TripAdvisor, or Google to read reviews. We can see photos and read first hand experiences before confirming our plans. Many people have this same inclination when selecting a plastic surgeon in either Naples, Fort Myers,…
So many of my breast augmentation patients from Fort Myers, Punta Gorda, and Naples, Florida, lead healthy, active lifestyles. As a physician, I would be remiss if I didn't say that I think exercise is wonderful---but it's important to know when to say when, especially after surgery. I wanted to use this blog post as…
When a patient is investing in a cosmetic treatment, such as BOTOX® or facial fillers at our med spa in Naples, maintaining the results of the procedure is a priority. With several fillers on the market that can last up to 2 years, we are fortunate to have many products with long durations. Following a…
Country superstar Carrie Underwood recently revealed she needed 40-50 stitches to her face after a traumatic fall in November. She warned fans her appearance might be changed as her wounds heal. Scars are also a big concern for patients in our Naples plastic surgery practice. Whether from a trauma, like Carrie Underwood, or secondary to…
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,…
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…
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". …
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…
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…
Rites of passage are important in any culture. Many 16- and 17-year-olds in the Naples and Fort Myers area are lucky enough to receive a car or SUV to mark their passage into adulthood, but as any parent knows, such a gift is often a huge lesson in responsibility and maturity for a teenager. Increasingly…