Both Tummy Tuck (abdominoplasty) and liposuction of the abdomen are often components of what is commonly referred to as a Mommy-Makeover, a post-pregnancy restoration of the breast and tummy. Both tummy and breast surgery are among the most common procedures done by plastic surgeons. A patient consults their plastic surgeon when they cannot lose their [...]
Read moreWhat’s the difference in a Tummy Tuck and liposuction of the abdomen?
June 19th, 2012 | Posted in Abdominoplasty, Liposuction, Mommy Makeover, Tummy Tuck | No Comments »
“Mommy Makeovers” On the Rise – by Michael R. Huntly, M.D.
August 11th, 2011 | Posted in Breast Augmentation, Mommy Makeover, Tummy Tuck | No Comments »
Over the years, I’ve seen many trends come and go in the world of plastic surgery, but what has been dubbed “the mommy makeover” looks to be around a while. This catchy marketing term is reserved for the mom who recently had children, doesn’t think she is going to expand further her family, and wants [...]
Read moreBody Contouring: Separating the Facts from Fads
June 10th, 2011 | Posted in Liposuction, Mommy Makeover, Tummy Tuck | No Comments »
According to the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, more than half of the people in America are said to either be undergoing cosmetic surgeries, and over 9.3 million surgeries have been performed in the United States. Plastic surgery is pervasive, everywhere you turn there’s a glut of information on TV and the news. Some [...]
Read moreDr. Finger: Q&A: Botox and Dysport: Which works for you?
November 16th, 2009 | Posted in Botox, Celebrity Makeover, Dysport, Eyes, Mommy Makeover | No Comments »
Both Botox and Dysport use the botulinum toxin from bacteria to reduce or eliminate certain wrinkles of the face. The toxin has been isolated, purified, and quantified so that the danger is virtually non-existent, when used properly by a physician who is qualified. The action of the toxin is to interrupt the impulse from the [...]
Read moreDr. Finger Q & A: Lift your Eyes and Brows; Plastic Surgery in Savannah Ga.
November 15th, 2009 | Posted in Blepharoplasty, Brow Lift, Cosmetic Surgery for Men, Eyelid Lift, Eyes, Mommy Makeover | No Comments »
The eyelids are usually the first thing that gives a person’s age away. It may involve either the upper eyelids sagging or the lower lids, which is usually manifested by “bags.” Typically the upper eyelids acquire more skin which ultimately hangs down to and sometimes over the edge of the lid and even lashes. Sometimes [...]
Read moreQ&A in Savannah, Ga. : Why Chin Implants?
October 30th, 2009 | Posted in Celebrity Makeover, Cosmetic Surgery for Men, Liquid Facelift, Mommy Makeover, Non Surgical Facial Rejuventation | No Comments »
We have many requests for chin augmentation for those with “weak” or small or retrusive chins. When looking at a profile of a person, the chin should protrude to about the vertical level of the lower lip, or slightly behind. When the chin is set back from that position, it is hereditary and the result [...]
Read moreQ & A: Dr. Finger: How does Sculptra Work?
August 31st, 2009 | Posted in Liquid Facelift, Mommy Makeover, Non Surgical Facial Rejuventation, Non-invasive | No Comments »
How does Sculptra work? Sculptra is the latest of a multitude of injectable fillers to be approved for aesthetic facial anti-aging treatment. While it enters a milieu of other injectable products that are commercially available, Sculptra has the unique distinction in that it lasts the longest, about 2 years and often longer. Duration of action [...]
Read moreSculptra: The liquid facelift
July 30th, 2009 | Posted in Botox, Celebrity Makeover, Liquid Facelift, Mommy Makeover, Non Surgical Facial Rejuventation | Comments Off
Sculptra, the re-volumizer for the face, has finally been approved by the FDA for cosmetic use. For the past five years I have been injecting it “off label,” which means it is approved for another use. Botox and most other injectable have limited approval by the FDA and are injected off label as well, but [...]
Read moreQ & A: Dr. Finger and Associates: ARTEFILL and Permanent Fillers
July 12th, 2009 | Posted in Artefil, Celebrity Makeover, Mommy Makeover | Comments Off
Artefill is back under a new company. It is still the only permanent filler and is FDA approved for the nasolabial (smile)lines between the nose and corners of the mouth. A skin test is necessary. Some improvement is immediate with Artefill. Repeat injections may be necessary to fullfill the patient’s desires. Total injection time is [...]
Read moreQ & A: Alternative to BOTOX is HERE! Dr. Finger: Savannah, Ga.
June 29th, 2009 | Posted in Botox, Celebrity Makeover, Dysport, Mommy Makeover | Comments Off
Attention Savannah, Hilton Head, Bluffton and Statesboro: We now have an alternative to Botox. It is a product called Dysport, made by Medicis, the makers of Restylane. It is basically a botulinum product that relaxes muscles causing wrinkles such as the frown lines, the forehead furrows, and “crow’s feet.” Time and studies will reveal its [...]
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