When I started out as a plastic surgeon some 30+ years ago, there were maybe a handful of breast implant options—if you wanted breast augmentation, you picked a size, and that was that. Today, there are literally hundreds of choices. I exclusively use smooth, round silicone gel implants for my patients. There are numerous advantages… [Read More]
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Should I get a nose job or chin implant—or both?
If both your chin and nose seem out of proportion with your face, reshaping both at the same time can have a synergistic effect, improving your aesthetic appeal without making you look like a different person. Restoring balance between features can help certain patients look more natural than before surgery, as neither feature will dominate… [Read More]
6 Aftercare Instructions You Shouldn’t Ignore After Cosmetic Surgery
Recovering from surgery doesn’t fall under anyone’s idea of “fun.” I understand that. However, your recovery is one of the most important stages of your cosmetic surgery journey. I’ve performed over 20,000 plastic surgery procedures over my career. Across the board, the patients who follow their instructions for recovery and wound care after surgery are… [Read More]
Can fillers be used for chin augmentation?
It wasn’t that long ago when “getting work done” to enhance your appearance meant you were having surgery. But today, with so many non-surgical treatments on the market, patients often want to know if they can achieve their goals without an operation. While it’s not always possible (or a good idea), when it comes to… [Read More]
Do I have a weak chin? How to tell—plus how chin implants can help.
When it comes to improving facial features, the chin often plays second fiddle to the nose. Reshaping the nose can indeed dramatically improve a person’s appearance. However, having performed facial plastic surgery in Hawaii for over 30 years, I believe that improving the chin can have an equal or greater impact on achieving a more… [Read More]
Wishing for a Better Booty? Choose Your Surgeon (and Procedure) Wisely to Avoid Complications
Round, shapely buttocks have long been considered an attractive feminine feature. But thanks to the likes of Nicki Minaj and Beyonce, the desire for a voluptuous derriere has boomed in recent years—and we have the numbers to prove it. According to the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, the number of Brazilian butt lift procedures… [Read More]
Are Your Work Habits Making You Look Older?
Getting older may be a fact of life, but that doesn’t mean we have to expedite the process. Unfortunately, some of our habits are doing just that—especially at work. Oprah recently highlighted a few of the worst work habits that can lead to premature aging, plus a few ways you can avoid adding years to… [Read More]
Can Liposuction Help Me Lose Weight by Getting Rid of Hungry Fat Cells?
Plastic surgery websites are full of disclaimers that liposuction is not a weight loss procedure. And they’re right. Liposuction isn’t going to automatically remove significant pounds from your body, and it won’t make you immune to weight gain from an unhealthy lifestyle. However, while liposuction isn’t a weight loss procedure, it is a procedure that… [Read More]
Dr. Larry Schlesinger Chats Transaxillary Breast Augmentation with eHealth Radio
When it comes to breast augmentation, there are a variety of different options that can impact how your results will look, including what type of breast implant you choose, where your incision is, and your plastic surgeon’s technique for placement. Our very own Honolulu plastic surgeon, Dr. Larry Schlesinger, recently caught up with Eric Michaels… [Read More]
3 Questions to Ask When Choosing Your Plastic Surgeon
So, you’ve decided that you want to make a change—and you’re ready to find the perfect plastic surgeon for you. Congratulations! Cosmetic surgery can be a life-changing and confidence-boosting experience, and it has helped millions feel more at home with themselves. Now that you’re ready to move forward, it’s time to consider one of the… [Read More]
