Are you thinking of having your breast implants revised? You’re not alone. A study published in the Aesthetic Surgery Journal found that as many as 25% of breast augmentation patients had their breasts revised in the first year following their procedure. What is a revisionary breast augmentation? A breast augmentation revision, or revisionary breast augmentation,… [Read More]
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How to Prevent the COVID-19 Vaccine from Causing Capsular Contracture in Patients with Breast Implants
You may have heard that the new COVID-19 vaccine is causing swelling and inflammation in patients with dermal fillers. While this may sound alarming, it is actually a completely normal physiological reaction. Patients who have had breast implants and other medical implants, such as pacemakers and hip replacements, may also experience swelling around their implants… [Read More]
Worried about Butt Lift Safety? Here’s Why Sculptra Injectable Butt Lifts are the Safer Option
Brazilian butt lift (BBL) surgery, which involves fat grafting to the buttocks, has quickly risen in popularity since the early 2000s, but its reputation is mixed. While many patients love their results, and a BBL can be performed safely by an experienced board-certified plastic surgeon, the procedure inherently carries higher risks—and mortality rates—than other cosmetic… [Read More]
What Should You Look for in a Plastic Surgeon?
In 2019, there were over 18 million cosmetic procedures performed in the U.S, a trend that is projected to increase in the coming years. But with all of these procedures being performed—and all of the various surgeons out there—I’m often asked how a patient should choose their plastic surgeon. Choose a board-certified plastic surgeon While… [Read More]
Do I Have Tuberous Breasts? Dr. Schlesinger Answers the 7 Most Common Questions About Tuberous Breast Deformity
Tuberous breasts form irregularly during puberty, leading to a downward-facing, conical shape with areolas that may appear puffy and enlarged. This issue is colloquially referred to as “snoopy breasts.” Tuberous breast deformity is not a commonly understood problem. As a surgeon who specializes in tuberous breast surgery, Dr. Larry Schlesinger fields many questions from women… [Read More]
Dr. Larry Schlesinger is Part of a Team Gearing Up to Donate N99 Masks to Honolulu Hospitals
Dr. Larry Schlesinger has teamed up with community partners to create, test, and donate resterilizable N99 masks to a large hospital group in Hawaii. Dr. Schlesinger is working on the project in collaboration with Roxana M Turnbo, CEO & Fashion Designer of Gingrr Salt LLC, who fashioned the patent-pending design for this new mask. “The… [Read More]
COVID-19 in Hawaii: What You Need to Know + How We’re Keeping You Safe
Attention: all new consultations with Dr. Schlesinger have the option of being conducted virtually. Contact us to find out more! As the world and our local community react with increasing concern about the novel coronavirus, or COVID-19, Dr. Schlesinger and his team have been monitoring the situation closely. We understand that things feel concerning, and we… [Read More]
What is Cat Eye Surgery?
Have you been hearing about a procedure known as “cat-eye surgery?” According to a recent article on RealSelf, it’s taking Hollywood by storm. However, this trending technique isn’t new to experienced plastic surgeons and, if expertly performed, can be an excellent choice for anyone who wants more youthful-looking eyes. The goal of the procedure is… [Read More]
Can AI Help You Visualize Your Cosmetic Surgery Results?
The prospect of cosmetic surgery is exciting for most patients, and it can be a challenge to remain patient while waiting to see the final result. Because of this, many of my patients ask me if new visualization technology apps are worth downloading. Can they provide realistic insights into potential results? It’s a great question—and… [Read More]
4 Reasons to Book Your Mommy Makeover By Thanksgiving
Ask any of my mommy makeover patients how much time passed between the moment she first considered having the procedure and the day she had surgery, and the answer you’ll hear most is, “years.” Next, my patients will tell you they wish they hadn’t waited so long. I bring all this up because I know… [Read More]
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