5 Things You Need to Know About Wrinkles
Do you know what measures you can take to help stave off wrinkles? If not, keep reading. Here are five things you need to know about wrinkles, including how you can prevent them.
Options for Treating Vertical Upper Lip Lines
Over time, exposure to sun, pollutants, smoking or the natural aging process can take a toll on the face, causing wrinkles and a loss of facial volume, among other visible signs of aging. One of the peskier problems that can occur is the appearance of vertical lines above the upper lip, also known as vertical […]
How Long Will My Facelift Last?
Undergoing facelift surgery — or any type of surgery — is a significant undertaking, one that should not be considered lightly. Facelift surgery requires a substantial recovery period and carries with it certain inherent surgical risks. On the other hand, facelift plastic surgery is an effective way to improve the look of wrinkles, loose skin […]
What are the Causes of Chin and Neck Fat?
As time passes, certain factors such as frequent exposure to the sun’s harsh ultraviolet rays, genetics or the natural aging process can adversely affect the appearance of, not only the face, but the neck as well. Over time, the skin loses its elastic quality. Fat cells become displaced. Muscles lose their tone. Eventually, this can […]
Nipple Sensation and Breast Augmentation Surgery
If you are considering breast augmentation surgery, you may be wondering whether the procedure will affect sensation in your nipples. Breast augmentation surgery involves making an incision in or near each breast, and placing breast implants either under the glandular (breast) tissue or under the pectoral (chest) muscle, thus subjecting the tissue and nerves in […]
Dr. Greenwald Attends Prestigious Mentor LEAD Conference in Los Angeles, Calif.
New York City plastic surgeon Dr. Joshua Greenwald recently attended the Mentor Corporation’s 2013 LEAD Conference in Los Angeles, Calif. He was one of an elite group of only 35 plastic surgeons in the nation to be invited to the prestigious event.
BRA Day Is Coming Up on October 16, 2013!
What Is BRA Day? Breast Reconstruction Day, or BRA Day, is an initiative intended to encourage education and awareness about breast reconstruction following mastectomy, a surgical treatment for breast cancer that involves removing a patient’s breast tissue. Breast cancer patients may not know this, but they have a number of breast reconstruction options, many of […]
Are Cosmetic Surgeons the Same As Plastic Surgeons
Although many people use the terms “cosmetic surgeon” and “plastic surgeon” interchangeably, a cosmetic surgeon is not necessarily the same as a plastic surgeon. If you are considering plastic surgery, it is crucial to know the difference between the two terms. That way, you have all the information needed to evaluate a surgeon’s qualifications properly […]
How to Choose an Accredited Plastic Surgery Facility
You may already realize that choosing a board-certified plastic surgeon (such a Joshua A. Greenwald) is an important factor in obtaining safe cosmetic surgery treatment and attractive results. However, some people may not realize how important it is to make sure that the plastic surgeon’s operating facility is accredited by an authorized organization. Finding an […]
Tips to Avoid Unnatural Cosmetic Surgery Results
Those who decide to undergo plastic surgery obviously want to look better — younger, svelte, more voluptuous or more proportionate — but they do not necessarily want to look like they have had “work done.” Everyone knows what bad cosmetic surgery results look like: a face that is stretched too tight or lips that look […]