Medical Beauty

A reader asked us about the risks and potential complications of cosmetic surgery. This is, of course, a complex question that deserves a nuanced, thoughtful answer. Read more

If you’ve ever had lip injections, you know it takes a certain fortitude to get through it. The process is painful, the results are temporary, and not all injections are created equal. Read more

Who wants to spend their summer worrying about body hair every day? Waxing and shaving can be tedious, we get it.  A lot of people look to laser hair removal as an option.   Read more

My skin may be young (I’m 24 years old), but that doesn’t mean it’s problem-free. From adolescent acne and eczema to now adult acne, hyperpigmentation, scarring, and reoccurring blemishes, my list of skincare concerns is a long one. Read more

For women who want to improve the shape, size, and position of their breasts, breast implants are often seen as the only solution. Read more

These days, you can find silicone almost anywhere, from the hot pads used for cooking to the industrial lubricants used in construction. Silicone is versatile and ubiquitous, but there’s one place it doesn’t belong: Read more

Transgender people were born with anatomy that doesn’t align with their identity and physical vision for themselves. All people benefit from presenting themselves in the most healthy and best way possible — when their outer appearance matches with how they feel on the inside — and non-invasive aesthetic treatments can help support that transition and enhance confidence. Read more

When patients of mine notice signs of aging, the neck is one of the most common areas of concern. Whether it’s a double chin, sagging skin, horizontal wrinkles and creases, vertical muscle bands, or hanging excess skin (aka a “turkey neck”), many people see signs of aging in the neck area. Read more

In recent years, vaginal rejuvenation procedures have been rising in popularity. Whether for medical reasons, purely aesthetic reasons, or something in between, many women turn to surgery for vaginal improvements. Read more

As a dermatologist, my priority is the safety and comfort of my patients. That means I’m always on the lookout for new technologies and techniques that provide a more comfortable treatment experience. Read more

These days, a record number of people are opting for lip enhancement procedures. In fact, lip augmentation is the second-fastest growing cosmetic procedure in the US, ahead of even breast augmentation. Read more

With so many kinds of specialized doctors out there, lots of people forego regular visits to a dermatologist, opting to go only if something is seriously wrong. Read more