Part Two: Patient Perspective – My Rhinoplasty
During the pre-op visit Dr. Bermudez reviewed the procedure and answered a few remaining questions. His nurse gave me tips on how to prepare things for recovery at home. I was given pre and post-operative prescriptions. Lab work was performed to make sure everything was fine. With my Pre-op visit complete and I my surgery… Read More
Part One: Patient Perspective – My Rhinoplasty
I was born with my fathers nose. Literally. As a baby and toddler I had a man sized, male shaped nose. My parents hoped my face would grow into it. It didn’t. I lived with this larger-than-average, nose through adolescence and well into adulthood. I tried to forget the teasing I endured as a preteen… Read More
Ten Things I Didn’t Know Before My Nose Job (Rhinoplasty)
The shape and size of my nose was distracting. Since my rhinoplasty my eyes seem to stand out more and I love it! The swelling lasted longer than I thought it would. It can take months, or even a year for all the swelling to resolve. The swelling wasn’t bad, or really noticeable to anyone… Read More
A Patient Perspective – Why I Got Breast Implants?
I am very open about the fact that I have breast implants. My left breast was bigger and wider than my right and I could never find bras that fit correctly. I spent my teenage years wearing a “chicken cutlet” on my right side so it wasn’t noticeable to others. In clothes I could hide… Read More
Preparing For Breast Augmentation
The anticipation and excitement when planning for a Breast Augmentation surgery can eclipse some of the more important points in planning your procedure. Here are a few things to consider when planning for and scheduling your Breast Augmentation surgery. How physically demanding of a life do you have? If you have a job where you… Read More
SkinPen MicroNeedling Collagen Induction Therapy
SkinPen MicroNeedling, or Collagen Induction Therapy, is a customizable treatment that stimulates the production of new collagen and elastin. This creates smoother, brighter more youthful skin. The SkinPen is equipped with a sterile, disposable tip, with 12 tiny oscillation needles that can be adjusted to your skin type and condition. The treatment tip is gently… Read More
FAQ’s Botox® and Dermal Filler
What is the difference between BOTOX® and Dermal Fillers? BOTOX® (Allergan Aesthetics) is a wrinkle reducer that is injected into a specific muscle group to stop the muscle from activity. By stopping or reducing your muscle activity you will reduce and prevent your “expression lines” such as crows feet, frown, forehead lines and marionette lines…. Read More
FAQ’s Sciton BBL Skin Rejuvenation Treatment
What is Sciton BBL? Sciton BBL (broad band light) skin rejuvenation treatment is used to reduce fine lines, wrinkles, age & sun spots, small facial veins and several other skin blemishes. It is also a popular solution for the treatment and management of acne and superficial acne scarring. How does Sciton BBL work? BBL uses… Read More
Beginners Guide to Botox® and Dysport®
Botox® may just be my best friend. Because of Botox® I will never have a borrowed brow like my father. You could stick a quarter in the crease between his brows, and it would stay. I never actually tried that… But I am SURE it would. Because of Dysport® I don’t have “crow’s feet” that… Read More
Obalon Weight Loss Balloon FAQ’s
What is it? Obalon Weight Loss Balloons are an FDA approved system that helps facilitate weight loss by filling space in your stomach. It is used in conjunction with healthy lifestyle changes to achieve long term weight loss and management. How does it work? The Obalon Balloon System is the FIRST and ONLY swallowable, FDA-approved… Read More
