By Steven Weiner, MD Coolsculpting ushered in the era of non invasive fat reduction in 2009. Who would ever have believed that a one hour procedure could remove fat permanently, without incisions? Coolsculpting can produce reliable fat loss of approximately 20-25% with no downtime and minimal risk. It is clearly the market leader with over…
Aesthetics
Surprising Ways BOTOX® Is Changing the Face … of Medicine
When BOTOX burst onto the cosmetic scene in 2002, it took the world by storm. It seemed like the product was everywhere, and it rose to massive popularity as more and more people discovered its ease of use and effectiveness. BOTOX belongs to a class of drugs called neuromodulators. According to the BOTOX page of…
Double Chin Dilemma: CoolSculpting®, KYBELLA®, or Liposuction?
Until very recently, anyone considering cosmetic treatments to get rid of a double chin ended up debating the merits of neck liposuction versus a surgical neck lift or mini facelift. That all changed this year as the FDA cleared CoolSculpting’s new CoolMini™ applicator for eliminating fat below the chin. And just a few months before…
BOTOX® & Friends: A Guide to the Best Complementary Treatments
BOTOX Cosmetic has established itself as one of the country’s best-loved aesthetic treatments. Its remarkable effectiveness and noteworthy safety record have made it a favorite wrinkle treatment for men and women alike. But when it comes to improving your skin, BOTOX often works best when paired with other treatments. According to the website of the…
Is the Yoga Facelift as Silly as It Sounds?
In the never-ending quest to stave off wrinkles without injections or scalpels, enter the Yoga Facelift. No mat is required, but the facial contortions that make up the routine are best performed in the privacy of your own home, rather than at a studio with others watching. Facial yoga has actually been around for a…
Is It Time for Breast Augmentation? 4 Factors to Consider
When it comes to breast augmentation, timing is (almost) everything. If you’re thinking of supplementing your silhouette with implants, the “when” is just as important as the “where” and “how.” Here, read on for 4 time-related factors that are worth a second thought before you book your surgery. Pregnancy Many women considering breast augmentation have…
My Prevention Plans After a Family Skin Cancer Scare
My husband is a grown man who is generally great at taking care of himself and his healthcare, but a few months ago, when a raised patch of skin showed up near his nose, I had to take charge. He has never been the kind of guy to overreact about aches and pains, but he…
Getting an Ethnic Nose Job Without Erasing Your Ethnic Identity
Anyone who’s considered getting cosmetic surgery knows about the telltale anxiety that comes with the territory, and second-guessing the decision is practically inevitable. I think I once heard someone say vanity is a form of insanity. Or maybe I’ve just been so stressed lately because I’m thinking about getting a nose job, and I’m Asian….