After facelift surgery, it is normal for the face to swell, bruise, and just generally look slightly distorted. Obviously, this limits the amount the patient can socialize. It can also cause stress and worry during facelift recovery. Facelift patients often worryingly ask, “How long does...
Lip fillers are one of the most popular non-surgical cosmetic procedures performed in the United States. Plump, full lips are one of the hottest beauty standards of the 21st century and are desired by patients of demographics. However, patients often have concerns about the feel...
Following any surgical procedure under general anesthesia (and sometimes even local), it is normal for patients to feel groggy, nauseous, and generally “off” for a while. When looking at a longer surgery such as a mommy makeover that requires a longer period of time under...
Gynecomastia is a condition that results in the enlargement of the male breasts. There are various causes of gynecomastia, some of which can be adequately treated via lifestyle changes or medical treatment. However, sometimes gynecomastia may occur for no known reason, or simply be the...
Submental liposuction, or chin liposuction, is a procedure that removes small fat buildups from underneath the chin. Sometimes referred to as a “double chin”, for some liposuction poses the best solution due to their genetics. Though, some patients worry that the fat under their chin...
Cosmetic surgery is not weight loss surgery. However, that does not mean that you may not see dramatic differences. Often after a tummy tuck, patients may go down several clothing sizes because the extra skin and fat removed caused their body to hold extra inches...
A breast augmentation recovery is sometimes considered among the easiest in plastic surgery because of the minimal incisions, easy to manage pain, and short amount of downtime. However, breast augmentation is still major surgery and requires following recovery instructions for the best outcome. Below, find...
Over the past two decades, BOTOX injections have become one of the top cosmetic procedures around the world. In a short fifteen-minute procedure, patients can enjoy the reduction of dynamic wrinkles for a number of months. However, everyone has seen when BOTOX goes wrong and...
Should I have a mommy makeover if I plan to have more children? Dr. Sessa encourages you to weigh your desire for more children before proceeding. If you do become pregnant, you will likely see unwanted changes in the same areas and reverse the results. How long...
A rhinoplasty--or nose job--can serve many functions. While often cosmetic, a nose job may also allow patients to breathe better and relieve the symptoms of some medical conditions. Dr. Sessa commonly performs rhinoplasties that are both functional and cosmetic. Let's look at what exactly the...