Recently attended a conference on this new technology along with Dr. John Guercio. The science is impressive but as of yet not verified in our 'gold standard' peer reviewed journals. Some of the before and after photos left a lot to be desired. One of our major concerns is how enduring will the weight loss […]
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“BOTOX®”
In an effort to fund the national health care reform Congress thinks it has found an easy tax target. By lumping cosmetic procedures together and taxing them it has tried to dismiss these as something only the wealthy have done. Unfortunately, in my office in Naples, Florida I see a lot of hard working individuals […]
Questions About Liposculpting
Liposculpting, as done in our Naples Liposculpting clinic produces astonishing contours that are far superior to traditional liposuction. This treatment is most effective for people who are close to their optimum weight but have been unable to shape and tone areas, like small love handles or saddlebags, despite fitness and exercise efforts. How different are […]
Zerona non invasive Body slimming
I am very excited about an upcoming lecture that I will be attending. It concerns the noninvasive fat reducing laser technology known as Zerona. This laser has been used in the operating room to cause the fat to leak out of the fat cells for approximately 8 years. It now has been intensified by 5 […]
BOTOX® vs Dysport
Finally got my study going. For patients were asked to participate in the study. All effects of BOTOX® which they had received in the past were visibly gone. Only one individual in my office who actually mixed to two vials one of BOTOX® in one of Dysport knew which one was which. After extensive reading […]
Choosing a Cosmetic Surgeon
Choosing a cosmetic surgeon takes time and patience. I recommend that you make a list of questions designed to find out about a cosmetic surgeon’s education, training, experience, techniques and equipment that he uses. Check his board certification, license status, and disciplinary actions (if any). More Than Just Technical Knowledge Cosmetic surgery is as much […]
What Makes a Good Candidate for Plastic Surgery?
This is a common question that needs to be answered for every patient. While being a good candidate for plastic surgery is a concern that affects all of our Naples plastic surgery patients, the exact answer to that question is personal to each one. I examine each patient and consider both the general criteria as […]
Brazilian Butt lifts
I have seen an increase in women desiring a more distinct gluteal contour. We have chosen to employ a combination of liposuction and fat grafting to the buttocks. The more excess fat you have the more volume you can graft. Typically i use from 75cc to 400ccs per side depending on the size of the […]
Breastfeeding and Sagging Breast
A recent study revealed factors other than breast feeding may contribute the most to post pregnancy sagging of the breast. Over the years I have been impressed at the spectrum of post breast feeding breast ptosis that I saw in my patients. All had assumed that breast feeding was the most damaging to the structure […]
Arm Lift Surgery
If you have developed sagging skin in the upper arm region due to lost skin elasticity from aging or massive weight loss, then arm lift surgery might be the ideal treatment to help you achieve a more toned appearance in your upper arms. During an arm lift, Naples plastic surgeon Dr. Manuel Peña will remove […]