Oculofacial Surgery Blog

Every year, millions of men and women in the Unites States look to BOTOX® Cosmetic for temporary facial rejuvenation – be it for a wedding, anniversary, reunion, or just because – and for many of these people, a desire to refresh the appearance is a bigger consideration than age. All of us age differently. Genetics, […]

How much fat can be removed from a single treatment area during liposuction depends more on the person than on any set and agreed upon amount. In fact, recent studies have shown that larger people – those with a BMI of 30 or higher – may be able to have a greater amount of fat […]

Blepharoplasty, also known as an eyelid lift or eyelid surgery, is capable of producing a more alert, rested, and youthful appearance to one of your most noticeable and attractive facial features. With eyelid surgery, Manhattan blepharoplasty surgeon Dr. Basil Pakeman can address issues impacting both the upper and lower eyelids such as: Drooping an sagging […]

LipoDissolve™ is a nonsurgical alternative to liposuction that can help tone and trim the body by dissolving fat deposits that are resistant to diet and exercise. With LipoDissolve, City liposuction surgeon Dr. Basil Pakeman can treat nearly any area of the body to help reduce unwanted fat deposits over the course of several weeks. While […]

Unlike buttock augmentation with implants, a Brazilian butt lift uses fat harvested from your body to produce a fuller and more lifted look to the backside. To perform a butt lift, Manhattan cosmetic surgeon Dr. Basil Pakeman injects fat into targeted areas throughout the buttocks, adding to the current volume naturally and producing a fuller […]

City liposuction surgeon Dr. Basil Pakeman offers a range of liposuction options, enabling him to meet the unique needs of each patient he sees. The best way to learn which of these liposuction options are ideally suited to contour your body is through a one-on-one consultation at our conveniently located Manhattan office. To schedule your […]

Antidepressants, specifically SSRIs, have been linked to increased risks for bleeding following cosmetic surgery procedures such as liposuction and facelift. However, a meta-analysis of several studies assessing these risks has found highly inconsistent and inconclusive results. Because results were mixed and no study pointed to serious risks, the study’s authors suggest that the risks of […]

Liposuction is used to remove stubborn deposits of fat form the body. Once removed, this fat cannot come back. However, unless care is taken, new fat can accumulate and obscure your liposuction results. Is liposuction permanent? Yes – but only through continued commitment to your health and beauty can you make sure new fat deposits […]

Smoking has an undeniably negative impact on every part of your body. In addition to increasing risks for heart attack, stroke, and several different types of cancer, smoking also impacts vision – increasing risks for macular degeneration and glaucoma – and speeds the aging process. If you are a smoker, 2016 is the year to […]

Wintertime is the best time to undergo liposuction surgery. Not only do the colder nights and darker days lend themselves to staying inside and resting, acting now allows for full recovery in time for spring. If you would like more information on liposuction or if you are ready to begin your transformation, please call cosmetic […]