2017 was an exciting time for holistic plastic surgery! Word spread across the country about the benefits of a whole-foods, plant-based diet to reverse disease and slow aging. New injectable fillers, like Restylane Defyne and Restylane Refyne, hit the market, giving doctors and patients even more options to turn back the clock. And non-invasive fat […]
Here is a startling statistic: One in 10 people over the age of 65 will suffer from Alzheimer’s or dementia. It’s scary, but true. The good news is that Alzheimer’s and dementia aren’t controlled only by our genes. YOU have the ability to prevent and reverse memory loss! I’d like to give you some tips […]
The standard American diet is definitely not the best one for our health and our skin. The chemicals, hormones, antibiotics, and bad fats wreak havoc on collagen, which forms the building blocks of our skin and many of our internal organs. Keeping that in mind, here are some anti-aging foods to consider adding to your […]
What is the future of medicine? Is the future of medicine more medications, more invasive treatments, and Big Pharma, like many doctors and health care professionals would like you to believe? Or is it something more? For the past year I’ve introduced you to physicians and health care providers who are on the cutting edge […]
I am writing this newsletter while on a plane back from Las Vegas. If you follow our daily video posts on Facebook or Instagram, then you know that I spent the past week at Vegas Cosmetic Surgery 2017. This multispecialty conference brings together the top plastic surgeons, dermatologists, and oculoplastic surgeons to share the latest […]
I’d love to share with you the skinny on FAT. Yes, fat in your diet isn’t necessarily bad for you. In fact, certain fats are good for your health AND your skin. There are five types of fat, and here are my opinions on each of them: 1. Monounsaturated Fats – GOOD – present in […]
It’s the start of summer! Make sure you get out and enjoy the beautiful weather, though don’t forget your sunblock and sunglasses! Summer is the time when we all want the best looking skin and body, but there are many questions and myths surrounding skin care, plastic surgery, and beauty. Let’s correct some common misconceptions: […]
I’d like to share with you the benefits of essential oils and a great recipe from my friend, Dr. Mariza Snyder, an essential oil expert. For those of you who are curious about essential oils, but haven’t tried using them, here’s the scoop: Essential oils can be an all-natural alternative to using toxic chemicals and […]
Summer is almost here! As we spend more time outside, it’s as important than ever to make sure you keep your skin safe from the sun’s harmful rays. Here are some easy Do’s and Don’ts for you to remember as you head into the warm weather. DO use lip balm with SPF. Lip balms with […]
The statistics are in! Minimally-invasive procedures have become all the rage in plastic surgery today. Although I still perform a good amount of surgeries under general anesthesia (tummy tucks, facelifts, etc.), the number of non-invasive and minimally-invasive cosmetic procedures has risen to dwarf the numbers of actual surgeries performed. According to the American Society for […]
