Archive for January, 2009
Lip Augmentation – Achieving the Perfect Pout
Wednesday, January 28th, 2009
Full and plump lips are not only a symbol of sensuality but also universally synonymous with youth. While for many the quest for ideal lips continues, today there are many options available to help achieve pout perfection. For those who would prefer to forgo the higher costs and implications of surgical alternatives, the good news… read more
Injectables – A Time for Change!
Thursday, January 22nd, 2009
Due to the economic turndown of the recent months, most cosmetic surgery procedures have been on the decline. Despite the excellent results of the latest surgical techniques, many people simply cannot afford to spend thousands of dollars for major surgical procedures. Despite this economic decline, injectable cosmetic treatments such as Juvederm® and Botox® have actually… read more
A Hot Topic in Cold Weather
Wednesday, January 14th, 2009
By now we are all aware of the association between the sun’s harmful UV (Ultraviolet) rays and skin cancer. However, most of us living in the Northeast probably don’t think about protecting ourselves when we are enduring the frigid temperatures of the winter months. It is important to know that while there is less sunlight,… read more
Graves’ Disease: The Ocular Battle of the Bulge
Monday, January 12th, 2009
January is National Thyroid Awareness Month. I wanted to share some information Graves’ Disease, an illness that affects millions of Americans including Oprah Winfrey and Kim Cattrall. Graves’ Disease is an auto-immune disease where your body produces antibodies that “attack” the thyroid gland. In many cases it causes the thyroid to produce too much thyroid… read more
Cutting Back: The Traditional Cosmetic Treatments Get a $1000 Facelift
Tuesday, January 6th, 2009
I’ve had several patients come to me recently and say, “Dr. S, I have a few areas of my face I want to address, but don’t know if now is the right time [due to the economy].” It’s understandable. For many patients, it’s hard for them to justify spending money on themselves, even if it’s… read more
