Rhinoplasty is the name of the procedure for which people seek to change the shape and appearance of their nose. There are many reasons for which people seek rhinoplasty surgery. One of the more common reasons that people seek to undergo rhinoplasty is to reduce the size of the nose and remove a nasal hump. …
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The hands used to be the second most obvious indicator of age, after the face. Now, Radiesse, recently approved by the U.S. FDA for hand augmentation to correct volume loss in the dorsum (back) of the hands, can provide smooth and natural-appearing results in the hands. Manufactured by Merz Aesthetics, Radiesse is the first…
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Neck fat and double chins can be things of the past, thanks to Kybella, an injection approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) on April 29, 2015. This non-surgical alternative for dissolving neck fat is slated to hit the market, and Facial Plastic Surgeon Dr. Jacob D Steiger, M.D. will be one of…
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Turning back the clock when it comes to the appearance of the face and neck is something that interests many people. However, many people want great results without going under the knife. There have been many non-invasive procedures in the past to reverse the effects of aging on the face, neck, etc., but they were not providing the results that…
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Zeltiq, the parent company of Coolsculpting, has recently announced the upcoming launch of a new applicator, the CoolSmooth PRO. The CoolSmooth applicator was introduced last year for the purpose of treating fat of the outer thighs. This treatment takes 2 hours per thigh and has worked very well for patients. The new “Pro” applicator is similar to the CoolSmooth…
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Artefill doesn’t just have a new name. The FDA recently approved the use of what is now called filler for the treatment of acne scars. Acne is the most common skin disorder in the U.S., affecting 40 to 50 million people. Up to 95 percent of those with acne could go on to have…
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South Florida is a melting pot of women of many different social, demographic and ethnic backgrounds. From retirees to middle-aged businesswomen to world-class models, the area is home to women from all walks of life, who define beauty in many different ways. So why, all the way from the Florida Keys to Palm Beach,…
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You’ve made the decision to have facial plastic surgery, and you’ve narrowed your choices of surgeons down to two or three. It’s crucial to ask the right questions to make the right choice for you. But, what do you ask? From getting information about the surgeon’s education and training, to understanding his/her aesthetic vision,…
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Today, more and more people are having facial plastic surgery. This is in the form of facelift surgery, eyelid surgery, rhinoplasty, chin implants, otoplasty, facial fat grafting, etc. The decision to undergo facial plastic surgery is one that takes great consideration. However, for each patient, deciding which facial plastic surgeon is the best option for…
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After you’ve undergone a rhinoplasty (nose job) procedure, you’ll be anxious to see your new appearance. While Dr. Steiger’s patients generally feel remarkably well immediately after the procedure and have minimal pain, there are many steps that patients can take to reduce bruising, reduce swelling, increase comfort and heal faster. Dr. Steiger, whose approach…
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Bruising can often occur after any plastic surgery procedure. This includes Facelift Surgery, Eyelid Surgery and Rhinoplasty Surgery. It can also occur after injections of facial fillers and rarely with Botox. There are several things that can help speed up the resolution of bruises and speed up your plastic surgery recovery. Patients are encouraged to…
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When it comes to the face, balance and proportion is key to obtaining natural results. The face must be evaluated as a whole. Treating just one part and ignoring the others is a myopic view and does not lead to the best possible results. The idea of this is VERY important when considering facial rejuvenation surgery,…
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