One thing many people interested in plastic surgery want to know is can they afford it? The short answer is, yes. In fact, plastic surgery can be very affordable. This is because there are so many different procedures and different options to enhance the body’s aesthetic. Different options for plastic surgery procedures have different options […]
Facial Procedures
Standard Brow Lift VS Endoscopic Brow Lift
What is an Endoscopic Brow Lift? Board-certified Naples plastic surgeon Dr. Manuel Peña is committed to providing those techniques and technology he knows to be of the greatest benefit to his patients. He performs both a traditional brow lift technique as well as an endoscopic technique. The only way to know if one of these […]
Fat Injections Questions
What Are Fat Injections? Fat injections use fat as a filler to plump areas of the face, hands and buttocks. Fat injections are a good alternative to dermal fillers used for lip augmentation. Where Does the Fat Come From? The fat is taken from the patient’s hips, thighs,or stomach areas. The area(s) chosen are determined […]
RENUVA the Filler that Stimulates your own fat
MTF,the worlds larges accredited tissue bank, has just introduced RENUVA! This is an Allograft Adipose Matrix or in plain English, adipose cellular material from the highest quality donors. The "remnants" of the fat cells (processed to keep the fat stimulation properties) have no imunogenic activity. Thus no skin test is necessary. No anesthesia is necessary! This could […]
Quiz: Finding the Right Nonsurgical Procedure
Naples plastic surgeon Dr. Manuel Peña offers a number of nonsurgical options, enabling him to address many skin imperfections – including signs of aging – without surgical risks or lengthy recovery times. But how can you tell which cosmetic service is right for your specific concerns? The short quiz below can help you start […]
Hair Growth Stimulation Strategies
Androgenic alopecia (hair loss sensitive to Testosterone) is the most common type of hair loss in both men and women. Follicles are “ miniaturized” and hair gets thinner before it falls out. All the following treatments work better on recent hair loss and in areas that still have some active but miniaturized follicles. If these […]
Hair Growth Stimulation using Microneedling and PRP
The more we learn about our body's ability to stimulate healing and regenerate itself, the more we find innovative ways to restore the failing parts of her body. Platelet rich plasma also known as PRP is a highly concentrated suspension of our own bodies healing triggering bodies known as platelets. They contain a myriad of hormones or […]
SmartphoneFace
Have you heard of Smartphone Face? It’s become a buzz term as more and more fashion magazines and bloggers draw attention to the phenomenon. It refers to the premature aging and sagging of neck and facial tissue brought about by having the head constantly bowed while looking at a smartphone – and it is becoming […]
Silhouette Instalift, the “new and Improved” absorbable Thread lifts
In 2004 I was one of the first four physicians in Florida to introduce the thread lift into my practice. We had imported a surgeon from Mexico that had trained with a Russian surgeon who developed it to teach us.. instantaneously we were able to lift eyebrows, cheeks, jaw lines, and even necks. This was all done under local […]
Choosing the Best Dermal Filler
Dermal fillers provide a nonsurgical way to soften facial features and restore a fuller and more youthful appearance. Naples plastic surgeon Dr. Manuel Peña offers a range of dermal filler options, each of which is designed to address specific concerns. The best way to learn which of these nonsurgical facial rejuvenation options is best for […]
