New York Plastic Surgery Blog - Dr. Kenneth Rose

Male Breast Surgery in Manhattan

admin — Sun, 15 Aug 2010 14:48:10 +0000

Men with abnormally enlarged breasts (gynecomastia) lead difficult lives. They are afraid to wear tight, or even normal fitting, clothes. Their baggy shirts make them look sloppy. Of course, they are particularity uncomfortable at the beach , gym, pool or another locale that requires removing one’s shirt.

The good news is that there is a straightforward surgical procedure to help correct this terrible problem. It requires liposuction, and then removal of a the underlying excess breast tissue through a hidden incision. The results can be life changing.

Check out my video to see if I can help you with gynecomastia

The Hazards of Cheap Plastic Surgery in New York

admin — Sat, 31 Jul 2010 00:23:53 +0000

This article in the NY Daily News illustrates what I see at least once a month, namely women with poor results from cheap plastic surgery. Most of the women are Hispanic and come from Queens. Apparently storefront plastic surgery is very common within the community as are the complications. Mostly i see botched or infected implants from breast augmentations. There are also a fair amount of lopsided and infected tummy tucks as well.

As always you should trust only a board certified plastic surgeon to perform any or your cosmetic surgery procedures. Otherwise we could be meeting anyway under less favorable circumstances.

Manhattan Botox

admin — Fri, 02 Apr 2010 18:04:26 +0000

Botox is one of the most effective and inexpensive methods to smooth out facial wrinkles. It is quick and easy to administer, long lasting in its effects and the results are almost immediate. In my practice I see patients of almost all ages who want to help stay young and fresher looking. Here is an informative blog article which explains more about what Botox can do for you.

New York Tummy Tuck

admin — Mon, 22 Mar 2010 20:40:30 +0000

The tummy tuck is a great operation for people who have recently lost weight or Mom’s that have just given birth and want to regain their pre pregnancy shape. It tightens the muscles of the abdomen and rids the lower portion of the belly (mostly under the belly button) of excess flab and fat. Frequently it also removes a fair amount of wanted stress marks. To learn more, here is a great article by Dr Dean Jabs a plastic surgeon in Washington DC on tummy tuck. It answers many of the common questions patients have.

Liposuction: The Basics

admin — Thu, 04 Mar 2010 23:34:19 +0000

Liposuction is one of the most commonly performed plastic surgery procedures. It is a very effective technique for removing areas of unwanted fat that are not responsive to diet and exercise. The procedure can be performed on a wide variety of body locations such as the abdomen, thighs, hips, arms, chin, “saddle bags” and “love handles.”

If you have several areas on your body with more fat than you would like, then perhaps liposuction is a viable option for you. But before you can make the decision about pursuing liposuction, naturally you should know a little something about it. For example, how does liposuction get the fat out?

Before the procedure, the areas of your body that are going to be treated are first marked by your surgeon and then fluid is injected into in to these areas in order to make it easier for your plastic surgeon to remove the fat and sculpt the tissues. Anesthetic is injected into the same area as well to help reduce pain along with a medication that helps reduce bleeding.

Once the body area has been prepared, your plastic surgeon will then make several small incisions to access the fatty tissues beneath the skin. The incisions are strategically located in natural skin folds to reduce the visibility of the scars. Through these incisions, small tubes called cannulas are inserted to pull out the fat. Unlike a tummy tuck, there are virtually no scars with liposuction.

There are also several ways to perform liposuction as well. For example, the “traditional” method described above is called “tumescent” liposuction. There are also power assisted, ultra sonic and the new “smart” liposuction techniques as well. Each has its own risks and benefits and should be discussed in detail with your surgeon before proceeding.

In general, liposuction is an outpatient procedure. Following your surgery most surgeons ask their patients to wear a compression garment for several weeks. Applied properly, this garment will help speed healing and prevent fluid collections under the skin which can be a possible complication of the procedure.

It is important that all patients understand that liposuction is not a weight reduction procedure. In fact, liposuction is best applied to people of normal or near-normal weight who only want to address specific fatty areas and smooth away bulges on their bodies. Overall it should be looked upon as a refining technique and is not at all recommended for the grossly overweight or obese patient. Are you a candidate for liposuction? The best way to find out is a consultation with your board certified plastic surgeon.

Frequently asked questions about Breast Augmentation

admin — Mon, 01 Mar 2010 17:15:02 +0000

Breast augmentation can be a confusing procedure for patients as I find they do not fully understand the variety of implants available, the costs and the post operative changes to the breast. Therefore I’ve come across a good blog from Dr Brian Glatt of Morristown, NJ. It answers a lot of questions that I find patients usually ask concerning saline vs silicone.

Still, the best way to decide which implant is right for you is to a private consultation with your plastic surgeon.

US WINS SIX GOLD MEDALS IN WINTER GAMES

admin — Thu, 18 Feb 2010 18:22:21 +0000

The US Olympic Team made history yesterday by snagging six gold medals in the Vancouver Games. Leading the pack were Lindsey Vonn’s gold in the downhill, Shaun White’s gold in the half pipe and Shani Davis’ gold in the 1000m speed skate. As this article in Sports Illustrated states, it was the best day in US Olympic history for American athletes.

Particularly interesting was Shaun White, who had already won the gold before his second and final run in the half pipe , who let it all hang out as he made an unprecedented twist move to cap his performance.

Lindsey Vonn was able to win gold despite a painful shin which has hampered her for the last 10 days.

All in all, the greatest day for US Olympic athletes.

Meeting Your New York Plastic Surgeon Online

admin — Tue, 16 Feb 2010 02:00:17 +0000

No it’s not a dating service, but in this article from the New York Times, patients can now go online an meet a surgeon who might answer their questions about a procedure. It’s an interesting idea but I caution against it.

First of all, you as the patient should see the physician in his/her “natural environment.” That is, his office. What happens if it’s a mess or you don’t like the decor? It may seem crazy but it’s part of forming an opinion about who he is, almost like going to a restaurant. Also, you’ll want to meet the staff and see what the doctor is like in person, not just on a computer screen.

As for the surgeon, there is no substitute for seeing and putting your hands on a patient in order to get a good idea of what you are and are not capable of doing. A computer screen cannot take the place of a good physical exam.

So overall, I’d pass on this idea. Clever marketing but poor medicine.

Split Earlobes in Manhattan

admin — Mon, 04 Jan 2010 15:28:36 +0000

The split earlobe is a common problem for women. It can be from wearing earrings that are too heavy or from an accident in which the earring is pulled through the skin thus splitting the lobe. Happily it can be fixed with a simple in office procedure. The patient should refrain from wearing earrings in the area for several weeks following the repair.

It should be noted that most insurances will pay for the repair.

42 Questions to Ask Your New York Plastic Surgeron (Q11-15)

admin — Tue, 15 Dec 2009 15:25:08 +0000

11. Are there any techniques that I’m not aware of to perform the same procedure?

12. How long should I take time off of school, work etc. to heal properly?

13. Is there much pain?

Personally I’ve always found pain to be a personal experience. Overall though, I find that most cosmetic procedures are not inordinately painful for patients.

14. Which medications will you prescribe for me?

Your surgeon should definitely tell you this.

15. Which type of anesthesia will I be getting?

Some procedures can be done under many different types. The choice should be a combination of what the patient likes and what the doctors feels comfortable giving.