Oculofacial Surgery Blog

A QuickLift is a minimally invasive facelift option that can produce a firmer and more youthful appearance without the longer recovery period required by more involved procedures. With a QuickLift, NYC cosmetic surgeon Dr. Basil Pakeman can lift sagging skin, eliminate fat deposits, and smooth deep creases in a fraction of the time required for […]

Liposuction does not require an extended stay in the hospital. In fact, most people are able to leave our office shortly after the completion of their procedure. City liposuction surgeon Dr. Basil Pakeman utilizes advanced liposuction techniques and technology to minimize trauma and reduce surgical risks. These steps also help ensure hospital stays are not […]

PRK is a time-tested surgical method for permanently correcting refractive errors such as myopia, hyperopia, and astigmatism. If you are tired of relying on glasses or contact lenses to see, you may be the perfect PRK candidate. The best way to find out is by calling board-certified NYC ophthalmologist Dr. Basil Pakeman at and scheduling […]

City liposuction surgeon Dr. Basil Pakeman offers a range of techniques, better enabling him to meet the diverse needs of all of our patients. The best way to learn which of these techniques is ideal for your needs is through a one-on-one consultation at our comfortable Manhattan office. Liposuction Options Types of liposuction offered by […]

Statistics recently posted by the American Society of Plastic Surgeons show that nonsurgical cosmetic treatments outnumber surgical cosmetic treatments nearly 5-to-1 in popularity. In 2015, the five most popular nonsurgical procedures were: BOTOX® Cosmetic Dermal fillers like Radiesse and Restylane Chemical peel Laser hair removal Microdermabrasion These procedures accounted for 87% of the nonsurgical cosmetic […]

According to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, liposuction was the second most popular cosmetic procedure performed in the Unites States in 2015. Ranking third in 2014 and fourth in 2013, advanced liposuction techniques have helped boost the popularity of this procedure. If you are interested in learning how liposuction can help tone and define […]

According to newly released statistics, butt lift surgery has seen an incredible 252% increase in popularity over the past 15 years. There were 14,705 Brazilian butt lift procedures performed in 2015 and, when combined with other buttocks enhancement procedures such as implant augmentation, there was at least one back-side enhancing surgery performed, on average, every […]

Jogging, running, even speed walking can help strengthen the upper legs and buttocks, and greatly enhance your Brazilian butt lift results. If you are looking for the ideal exercise to take up following butt lift surgery, one of these three easy and free options may be just what you’ve been seeking. During your butt lift […]

PRK is a type of laser vision correction surgery. Predating LASIK, PRK is a safe and effective option for patients who may not be good LASIK candidates due to corneal thickness. However, this option is often attractive even to those who could undergo LASIK due to its elimination of flap complication risks. For LASIK, a […]

Cellulite is subcutaneous fat that causes the skin above to dimple. Common on hips and thighs, cellulite is an issue most women – regardless of lifestyle choices, weight, or pregnancy – will develop to some extent during their lifetime. Unfortunately, cellulite does not respond to liposuction. Even advanced options such as SmartLipo™ will fall short […]