As we age, the volume in our faces diminishes over time. However, in the right hands you can age gracefully and look as good as you feel for a long time, which is the goal I have for all my patients. Volume restoration of the face, as a part of an overall...
“All that I am or ever hope to be, I owe to my angel mother.” – Abraham Lincoln During this time of Mother’s Day, I try to take pause to remember how truly special my mother was to me growing up, contributing to who I am as a person and the...
Botox has certainly become part of our lexicon since the new millennium. When I was in medical school at Penn in the early 1990s, botulinum toxin was only something to be memorized in pathophysiology class as the virulence factor for the Clostridium bacterium that...
As a plastic surgeon, I see patients who have lost amazing amounts of weight through bariatric surgery and have used this to champion new lifestyles which can eliminate diabetes, hypertension and sleep apnea. Often these patients can discontinue all medications...
Have you ever looked in the mirror and felt that your lower face or jaw line seemed out of proportion with the rest of your face? Do your lower chin and neck look older than your chronologic age? Compared to others, does your nose appear to be overly prominent despite...
Rebecca is our licensed aesthetician. With more than 17 years of experience, Rebecca is passionate about helping our patients optimize the health of their skin and look years younger. Rebecca will work closely with you to design a fully customized regimen to help you...
After a very difficult wintery month of February, we’ve finally arrived in March with the anticipation of spring and nice weather to follow. During this time in East Tennessee, people are thinking of getting their boats and pools ready for enjoyment. Are you...
I recently attended the 2015 Atlanta Breast Symposium sponsored by the Southeastern Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons. This annual conference is the premier event for new products and technology specific to breast surgery. The symposium features live...
There are many different kinds of breast implants in the market right now, and it can be confusing for anyone to know what is best. That is why Dr. Lucas is here to help you sift through all the clutter and introduce the latest breast implant. The FDA recently...
Your skin has a challenging job. From environmental factors to hormonal changes, it bears and reflects the brunt of life’s shifts. Thankfully, your skin has two support systems – collagen and elastin. Skin loses its natural elasticity as we age, but we can...
