As a plastic surgeon who trained in the late 1990’s and who has been in practice eighteen+ years I have witnessed many changes and evolutions in breast augmentation surgery. As I started my practice we were only afforded the use of saline implants for our...
Based on the most recent data from the 2018 American Society of Plastic Surgery statistics: buttock augmentation and lift continues to increase in popularity. Some of the enticement that draws prospective patients to seek this operation is the fact that areas of...
If you have coronary heart disease and need open heart surgery to bypass clogged vessels would you chose a family practice doctor or an ER physician to perform the surgery? No! Likewise why do some people who desire cosmetic surgery go to a non-plastic surgeon like...
On the cutting edge of aesthetic services, The Lucas Center is now offering Microblading. Microblading is a semi-permanent eyebrow tattoo for those who wish to create or enhance their natural eyebrows. This procedure allows you to fill and redefine the eyebrows...
Human faces like snowflakes are all very unique and present unique challenges for the aesthetic plastic surgeon. It is vital for a surgeon to perform an in-depth three dimensional facial analysis prior to considering a customized treatment plan for the patient....
Style and personal preferences continue to evolve in breast enhancement trends. Women are requesting a more natural, proportionate breast enhancement compared to the 1990’s Bay Watch appearance. This reflects both style changes and is better aligned with outcome...
I am a craniofacial trained plastic surgeon from Stanford University having provided craniofacial, cleft lip, and palate care to my patients in academia in North Carolina I then transitioned into private practice in Knoxville Tennessee. I currently no longer take on...
Our brains are hard wired to perform pattern recognition. We subconsciously analyze faces for proportionality of the vertical facial thirds and right and left axial symmetry and then attach an aesthetic value based on the harmony. Without even contemplating this, a...
The evolution of buttock enhancements has progressed rapidly thanks to the contributions of Drs. Constantino Mendieta, Simeon Wall, and Dan DelVecchio. These surgeons’ concepts have not only aided me in my execution of this procedure but have refined my skills...
Neck Rejuvenation in 2017, what works, what is just hype and is it worth the cost? Having loose hanging skin or having a bulky neck line can unquestionably give an aged appearance. Excessively full necks may even project being overweight even if the rest of the body...
