Selecting a plastic surgeon is a significant decision that will most likely have life-long implications. The surgeon’s specific experience, credentials, and training all should be reviewed and evaluated of course. Additionally, there are other important questions you will need to ask as part of your evaluation and selection process. What is...
View MoreNow that a few weeks have passed since being named a Baltimore Magazine “Top Doc”, I have had a chance to reflect on what the recognition means to me both personally and professionally, but most importantly to my community of patients. First off, I greatly appreciate and am truly humbled by the award. The fact that my physician peers conduct...
View MoreResearch performed by Scott L. Spear, MD, FACS, Troy Pittman, MD, Ali Al-Attar, MD, PhD and Steven J. Rottman, MD, Department of Plastic Surgery, Georgetown University Hospital, Washington, DC Presented at American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery 2013 Meeting, New York The current standard for breast augmentation involves placement of an...
View MoreWhile much has been written and spoken about plastic surgery, an indisputable reality is that having plastic surgery can have significant positive impacts on your health, psychological well-being, and your social and professional life. The Psychological Impact There are many reasons why someone might opt for plastic surgery. For some, the issue...
View MoreOne of the most frequent questions I get in my practice is liposuction – exactly what it is and whether it is the right choice for your individual needs. Liposuction, also known as lipoplasty or suction lipectomy, reshapes and streamlines body areas by removing unwanted fat from specific areas. These problem areas include the abdomen, hips,...
View MoreSun exposure, acne or just getting older can leave your skin tone uneven, wrinkled, spotted or scarred. If you want your skin to look smoother and younger, you may want to consider a chemical peel to deal with facial wrinkles and aging lines. Chemical peels exfoliate the superficial layers of skin damaged by exposure to the sun and from damage...
View MoreIn order to receive the maximum benefit from you plastic surgery consultation, it is very important to think through what questions you have and what information you need in order to make an informed decision. My patients have found it very helpful to have a written list to help organize their thoughts and questions. This helps in assuring that...
View MoreThis is an important question that I receive quite often from patients who may wish to combine treatment of the abdomen, flanks, and hips during a single procedure. While combining the two procedures can produce dramatic results, the major consideration is to combine them safely and minimize risk to the patient. So, what are the risks of a...
View MoreSaline or Silicone Breast Implants? What’s the Right Choice for You If you are considering Breast Augmentation, you are no doubt trying to determine whether Saline or Silicone implants are right for you. Saline and Silicone implants are the only breast implants approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). While I’m sure you’ve read...
View MoreAre There Complications Associated With Smoking And Plastic Surgery? If you are considering plastic surgery, you need to also seriously consider that this would be the perfect time to quit smoking. While there is some level of risk with all surgeries, smoking greatly increases those risks. Don’t compromise (or even negate) your results no...
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