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Brazilian Butt Lift Evolution

May 2nd, 2023

Brazilian Butt Lift (BBL) continues to be a hot topic. There have been some recent articles that the era of the BBL is over and that could not be further from the truth. The Brazilian Butt Lift procedure continues to evolve, as do patients’ desires and requests, which has pushed...

What is Different About Daxxify Compared to Botox?

March 13th, 2023

Daxxify is one of the newest neurotoxins on the market. It is unique in that it is the first neurotoxin to be released with extended treatment effectiveness. Daxiffy is FDA-approved to smooth moderate to severe lines between the brows for six to nine months. The increased duration time of Daxxify...

What are the Best Treatments for Ozempic Face (Facial Rejuvenation After Weight Loss)?

February 9th, 2023

Semaglutide, Ozempic, Wegovy, and Mounjaro have changed how we manage and chronic weight in America. I truly believe this will improve the overall life expectancy and quality of life for our patients over the next several decades. However, in the short-term we want to look as good on the outside...

What Options do I Have if My Brazilian Butt Lift did not Give Me the Results I Desired?

February 8th, 2023

This is a common question and really depends on your individual goals that you are hoping to achieve from your Brazilian Butt Lift. Typically, when I see someone for a round two BBL or BBL revision we review their initial starting point and wish pictures so that I have clear...

Is Semaglutide (Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro) Covered by Insurance?

February 3rd, 2023

The semaglutide class of medications such as Ozempic, Wegovy, and Mounjaro have quickly become some of the most commonly prescribed medications in America. Ozempic and Mounjaro were initially designed to treat diabetic patients as they have been extremely effective in controlling glucose levels. However, they have also been extremely effective...

Is Compounded Semaglutide as Effective as Ozempic?

February 2nd, 2023

Ozempic, Mounjaro, and Semaglutide have been the hottest weight lose craze in my lifetime. Patients have been found to lose 15 -20% of their body weight over the period of a year. We have never had a medication available to our patients that is this effective with so few side...

What is Ozempic Face and How is it Treated?

February 2nd, 2023

Ozempic face is a term that has received a lot of press recently as the semaglutide (compounded, Ozempic, Mounjaro, Wagovy) class of medications have taken the United States by storm. It will likely be the most prescribed medication in the U.S. this year. Ozempic face is the effects of significant...

What is the Difference Between SAFE BBL, Also Known as Ultra BBL, and a Normal BBL?

January 31st, 2023

Brazilian Butt Lift procedures continue to be one of the most common surgeries in our practice. As its popularity has grown around the world, so has the number of names it’s referred to including specialized BBL procedures such as, SAFE BBL, Ultra BBL, and Skinny BBL. Let me guide you...

Tummy Tuck in the Obese Patient

January 31st, 2023

How Safe is Tummy Tuck Surgery for an Obese Person? Tummy Tucks, also known as abdominoplasty, can be a very safe procedure when performed by a Board-Certified plastic surgeon. There are certain risks in terms of wound healing issues, DVT, and blood clots that can be unique to tummy tuck...

Can I do a BBL After a Non-Surgical BBL? Will the Sculptra Need to be Removed Before I do My Actual BBL?

January 26th, 2023

A non-surgical BBL can be a desirable option as it has a very rapid recovery and little to no downtime. However, non-surgical BBL treatments performed with Sculptra and hyper-dilute Radiesse have limitations in their ability to give patients the augmentation they desire. Patients tend to need much more Sculptra and...

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