You may have heard of dermal fillers, but still be unaware of what they are and what they can do. In short, dermal fillers are injectable solutions that provide a minimally invasive way to significantly reduce signs of aging. However, dermal fillers are not simply a way to reduce the appearance of fine lines and […]
Peña Plastic Surgery Blog
Fungus Contamination of Saline Implants
Our office has received numerous phone calls since last week concerning possible fungus growing in their saline breast implants. Apparently a board-certified plastic surgeon has been attributing every problem under the sun as being caused by contamination or involving saline implants filled with fungus or mold. Apparently she also has a long list of problems […]
Determining Breast Implant Size
When it comes to breast augmentation, the size of your implants will play a significant role in your final results. It is important that you are honest with Bonita Springs plastic surgeon Dr. Manuel Peña about what you hope to achieve through breast augmentation, but it is equally important that you trust his advice about […]
About Fraxel®
A technological breakthrough, Fraxel® laser skin resurfacing is a safe, noninvasive way to remove a number of skin imperfections. Fraxel® can be used to even out skin texture and address a number of problems including: Fine lines and wrinkles Uneven pigmentation Sun and age spots Acne scars Large pores With Fraxel®, Dr. Manuel Peña can rejuvenate […]
Freezing Scars (Keloids and hyp.ertrophic Scars)
We have all heard about freezing fat as a way of reducing our tummies and our hips. This technology has caused quite a stir amongst my patients in the media. While I still have reservations about the limitations of this technology there is something sexy about being able to freeze our fat and make it […]
Benefits of Ft. Meyers Liposuction
Men and women in the Ft. Myers area look to liposuction for a number of reasons. Liposuction is one of the most effective ways to remove excess, stubborn deposits of fat from nearlyany area of your body. It can also reduce cellulite, firm skin, and provide a much more contoured and pleasing physique. Weight Loss While liposuction […]
Picking Swimsuits after Breast Augmentation in Fort Meyers
Following your Fort Meyers breast augmentation procedure, you may be tempted to rush out and immediately pick a new wardrobe. This is completely understandable. You’ve had your breasts enhanced, there’s no reason to hide them. When it comes to picking new clothes such as swimsuits, make sure you take time to try them on. Your […]
Facelift Bungee. Very Old Idea with New Sexy Name..
In the early 1900s, before facelifting was invented, women were using hair clips and elastics to pull their temporal hair and posterior neck skin tight to give them a temporary "face lift". Unfortunately prolonged use of these devices led to significant areas of hair loss where tension had been applied a bit too long. Luckily, […]
Fat Doesn’t Return after liposuction and or Abdominoplasty
That is the latest finding in a just published study the journal Obesity. At least for the first year anyway. All are nonetheless there is massive weight gain afterwards according to the study. This certainly has not been my experience has have experienced chasing fat all around the body in individuals whom I had liposuction […]
Revision of Surgery after Rhinoplasty found Justified in majority of cases. Revision of Cosmetic surgery
I have always been amazed how difficult it is for a patient to get a revision surgery from a plastic surgeon Youman if the surgical result was less than optimum and both parties agreed to that. Between ridiculous unnecessary charges that the surgeon may ask for or chest flat-out denial, patients are often left no […]
