How Do Chemical Peels Work? Chemical peels are skin resurfacing treatments that remove the top layer of damaged skin to reveal healthy skin beneath. Different types of chemical peels can be used to address various skin concerns. In this article, we describe how chemical peels work and what they can do for your skin. [...]
Who invented Plastic Surgery? Plastic surgery has its meaning derived from the Greek πλαστική (τέχνη), which means “reshaping,” and plastikē (tekhnē), which means “to mold or give form.” It is understandable that some people actually believe that plastic surgery has something to do with the material plastic. However, the modern consumer and industrial material, [...]
Why I hate the term “Mommy Makeover” Perspectives from a female plastic surgeon and mom To all the mamas out there, don’t listen to the noise. And let me be very clear- you don’t need to be made over. I hate this term, and I hesitate at all costs to use it in my [...]
DIY CoolSculpting The dangers of trying to freeze fat with devices that are not approved by the FDA As the list of noninvasive cosmetic procedures grows with newer and better technology, there are many people that like to try to replicate procedures on their own to save time and money. Even worse, they may [...]
The Importance of Lymphatic Drainage in Hydrafacial HydraFacial is fast becoming one of our favorite procedures in our medical spa. It has taken the place of some of our other facial treatments, like microdermabrasion and basic facials, because of the customization that can be incorporated into the service and it just being more effective [...]
The Value of Choosing a Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon When going to a doctor for surgery on a torn ligament, you go to an orthopedic surgeon. When you need a medical provider to take care of your child, you go to a Pediatrician. So, when it comes to plastic surgery, it becomes imperative to choose [...]
Real Talk with Dr. Kimberly Singh You are sitting at a table with your girlfriends when one of them says, "You look great. Why are you not aging - what are you doing?" Your first thought is, do I take the compliment and change the subject, do I deny, deny, deny, or do you [...]
Is there a Botox Reward Program? The answer to this question is YES! The name of the program is actually called Brilliant Distinctions and is run by the manufacturer of Botox®, Allergan. The program has been around for years and has millions of patients participating in the program. Brilliant Distinctions started with just a [...]
Botox and social media It seems that everyone is on social media these days. People love to share photos of their kids, pets, cars, vacations, food...especially the cringe-worthy "selfie". You might feel like you already know someone just by looking at their Instagram or Facebook. Have you ever met someone in person whom you've [...]
A tummy tuck is a great way to improve the shape of the abdomen. It is not a weight loss procedure, but a contouring procedure that gives you a flatter stomach or better curves. Good candidates for tummy tucks include those who have experienced significant weight loss, or women who have stretched muscles resulting [...]
