Gynecomastia is the development of swollen male breast tissue that can be painful or painless. Gynecomastia can often occur in adolescent males or in males in their 18-20s. In these age groups gynecomastia can be particularly disturbing socially. Not only can these patients be self-conscious with their shirts off but also the breast tissue can often be seen through a…
There are several ways to reconstruct the breast after mastectomy. In patients who do not require radiation there are several options available for breast reconstruction. One of the more common methods of breast reconstruction is to place a tissue expander at the time of the mastectomy and have the skin heal appropriately. Once the skin has healed without any additional…
There are several ways for a Plastic & Reconstructive surgeon to reconstruct the breast. One common way to reconstruct the breast is with an autologous tissue reconstruction of the breast with tissue from the lower abdomen. When we reconstruct the breast with the patient’s own body tissues, we call this an autologous breast reconstruction. In an autologous breast reconstruction, the…
Aesthetic procedures of the face are my favorite surgeries to perform. Addressing the aging face can help restore not only a youthful appearance but also a youthful feeling to the patient. The most common areas of the face that age most readily are the neck and jowls. In these areas, when the skin is lax and has lost its elasticity,…
