Oculofacial Surgery Blog

You’ve struggled for years to get rid of stubborn fat in your abdomen, thighs or other problem areas. You’ve tried exercise, diet and may have even experimented with dietary supplements that promised to aid in losing unwanted fat, but you still have a few pounds here and there that won’t go away through non-surgical methods. […]

Asian eyelid surgery—also known as double eyelid surgery or Asian blepharoplasty—is performed on men and women of Asian decent who were born without an eyelid crease or fold. This cosmetic procedure creates a double eyelid by surgically forming a crease and removing or rearranging skin, fat and/or muscle within the eyelid area. When performed by […]

If you are tired of having what look like “baby-faced cheeks” or “chipmunk cheeks,” you may have tried everything to be free from this look. Oftentimes, cheek fat can be laid down because of genetics and there isn’t anything that can be done. At , our plastic surgeon offers a minially-invasive procedure that removes all […]

Dermal fillers have been used for decades to help men and women combat signs of aging such as wrinkles and lines, but they can also help with sunken cheeks and depressed scars. When choosing a dermal filler, you should take into consideration how long each one lasts and weigh the benefits. Our cosmetic surgery office […]

You have probably started shopping for holiday gifts, but don’t forget to treat yourself this Christmas. You can give yourself the gift of youth with these age-defying cosmetic surgeries. Our NYC office offers an array of elective procedures, but these seven options can give you the “lift” you’re looking for: Eyelid Lift – An eyelid […]

Lipo techniques have been perfected over the last few decades, and there are more options available than ever before. Most men and women 18 and over are good candidates for liposuction, but there are certain aspects of your health and lifestyle that could make you the ideal candidate for lipo including: 1. You are at […]

There is a cosmetic surgery or product for virtually every part of your body. Men and women of all ages choose cosmetic enhancements to improve their appearance, but their preferred procedure or product varies by generation. Our cosmetic surgeon offers a wide variety of cosmetic surgeries and injectables and can help you figure out which […]

Many women struggle with cellulite, and this annoying, visible rippling can worsen with weight gain. Our cosmetic surgeon can help you successfully regain your ideal body shape and appearance through SmartLipo™ and Cellulaze. These treatments can be done at the same time or several months apart. SmartLipo™ SmartLipo™ involves laser technology that liquefies fat cells […]

The terms “cosmetic surgeon” and “plastic surgeon” are often used interchangeably, but cosmetic surgery and plastic surgery are actually two distinct specialties. Both surgeons perform procedures on the face, neck and body, but the goal of their practice differs. There are a few aspects of each profession that separate them including: Patient Goals The field […]

Buccal fat pad removal, or buccal lipectomy, is a cosmetic procedure that aims to get rid of chubby cheeks, which may be caused by genetics or weight gain. The removal process is relatively simple and can be completed in approximately 30 minutes, but first you must understand what the buccal fat pad is. Your buccal […]