2016-07-12 21:55
BOTOX® Cosmetic is a prescription medicine that is injected into muscles and used to temporarily improve the look of both moderate to severe crow’s feet lines and frown lines bet… Read More
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2016-06-28 23:05
According to the VR Foundation, about .5 – 2% of the population suffer from vitiligo which includes people of all races and ages. It can start between the ages of 10 – 30 years… Read More
2016-06-22 23:27
According to the National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases, acne is a disease that affects the skin’s oil glands. The small holes in your skin (pores) conn… Read More
2016-06-17 20:44
Our Center now treats skin conditions and diseases! Our board-certified dermatologist, Dr. Nguyen, MD, specializes in medical, surgical and cosmetic dermatology. Get to know Dr. Nguyen in… Read More
2016-02-12 16:13
The patient above had so little fat on the abdomen it was decided to do Coolsculpting rather than liposuction there. The flat Coolsculpting handpiece was selected since the mod… Read More
2016-02-08 16:52
Cosmetic tattoo removal is a special area of laser tattoo removal. The inks used in cosmetic tattoos have a risk of changing color when exposed to laser. Scarring or skin… Read More
2016-02-08 16:41
The patient above, who is in her 60’s, underwent fat transfer to the temples, cheeks, upper lip and prejowl sulcus. As can be seen, she looks visibly younger. A dep… Read More
2016-02-06 19:19
Some patients have a very small amount of neck fat that bothers them. Although the alternative to Kybella includes Precision TX laser liposuction, a smaller procedure, such as… Read More
2016-01-25 16:30
This tattoo was treated with picosure and is mostly gone after just 2 laser tattoo removal treatments with Picosure. Tattoos that are shading or light ink work are frequently gone aft… Read More
2016-01-08 17:38
This patient had 2.5 vials of Kybella injected 5 weeks prior to the photo. As can be seen, jaw line and neck fullness are greatly decreased with one treatment, although a… Read More
2015-12-22 21:28
The patient above had an abnormality of breast asymmetry with a smaller left breast. The option of breast implants vs. fat transfer was discussed with the pt. However, sh… Read More
2015-12-22 21:18
The patient above is 2 weeks after VIP Lipo with Smartlipo of the full abdomen and upper flanks. There is still some swelling noted on the belly but the shape is dramatically… Read More
2015-12-14 19:45
Acne scars have always been a challenge to treat, as evidence by the numerous treatments available: chemical peels, fractional lasers – both ablative and non-ablative. Th… Read More
2015-11-30 00:49
Aging during the 3rd and 4th decades tends to lead to flattening and angularity in the cheekbones. This is a subtle change that is usually not recognized by the patie… Read More
2015-11-29 23:37
Patients and surgeons know that there is controversy about whether fat that is transferred to another party of the body during liposuction will last long term or not. There are… Read More
2015-11-22 22:02
Kybella is the FDA-approved injectable treatment to reduce fat in the upper neck (submental). Kybella is synthetic deoxycholate that has had extensive testing by its manufactur… Read More
2015-11-13 06:39
The patient above had a combination of fat in the upper neck and under the jaw as well as mildly loose skin. Precision TX Laser Neck Lift is a good alternative to an open proce… Read More
2015-11-13 06:39
The patient above had a combination of fat in the upper neck and under the jaw as well as mildly loose skin. Precision TX Laser Neck Lift is a good alternative to an open proce… Read More
2015-10-25 19:09
Melasma refers to darkening of facial skin, most often seen in reproductive-age women, though sometimes in men as well. It typically affects the forehead and cheek areas, but may… Read More
2015-10-10 19:45
The Brazilian Butt Lift is a bit of a misnomer. Lifting makes one envision that a sagging buttocks is lifted surgically or that some kind of suspension stitch is used to hoist it up. … Read More
2015-09-30 19:32
Radiesse is an injectable filler that has a long and positive track record for cosmetic treatment of facial wrinkles and facial volume restoration. Radiesse has also been used off-labe… Read More
2015-09-18 06:26
When we look in the mirror and see fat bulges, we often over-estimate how big they are in pounds or liters. The reason for this is the way the eye and brain perceive our bodies… Read More
2015-09-10 17:22
The Precision TX laser neck liposuction procedure both removes neck fat from under the chin and lifts up the loose neck skin by tightening it without the need for excision or long sc… Read More
2015-09-05 21:22
The conventional wisdom stated that thick fillers, such as Juvederm Voluma, should not be used in the tear troughs (the depression or “dark circles” under the eyes) because it co… Read More
2015-08-28 22:20
Patients coming in for liposuction are often not very overweight, but may have a “problem area” they are not happy with. This patient in the pho… Read More
2015-08-23 03:25
How long fat lasts that was liposuctioned from one area and grafted into another area is a question that has had its share of controversy. Some cosmetic surgeons have st… Read More
2015-08-11 04:45
The patient in the photos above achieved results that are unprecedented with Coolsculpting. He had treatment on full abdomen, full flanks, and chest and 2 months… Read More
2015-08-08 21:00
Cellulite has been a difficult problem to treat. There are temporary solutions, such as Velashape and other radiofrequency technologies, but these usually require multiple treatments… Read More
2015-08-05 06:18
The upper flanks fat, also known as “bra fat” had been a challenging area to treat with non-invasive body contouring. Although it is well establish… Read More
2015-07-12 19:43
The 2015 Aesthetic Show held at The Wynn in Los Vegas was very exciting. Speakers from around the world and new technologies in the field of aesthetic medicine and surgery were on disp… Read More
2015-07-09 06:23
Levulan is a treatment for long-term acne reduction which is an alternative to Accutane. A few levulan treatments spaced 4 weeks or more apart may substantially reduce a… Read More
2015-07-09 06:23
Levulan is a treatment for long-term acne reduction which is an alternative to Accutane. A few levulan treatments spaced 4 weeks or more apart may substantially reduce a… Read More
2015-07-02 04:46
The patient above is arguably in good shape. It could be argued that any treatment would be of only slight benefit. However, her love handles, as well as her inner thi… Read More
2015-06-27 17:17
As we age into the 40’s and beyond, substantial volume is lost in the cheekbone and under-eye (malar) areas. This is due to loss of bone, fat and muscle. Filler tre… Read More
2015-06-19 05:41
The tummy can be a very stubborn area for women to lose that final inch or two of fat. Coolsculpting is a great alternative to liposuction when you are looking for a procedure… Read More
2015-06-14 15:07
Here is another example of a patient who had scalp tattooing that was too dark. He was able to have it lightened appropriately in 3 treatments, as seen above. The… Read More
2015-06-11 14:31
The inner knee area where some women complain of a bulge can be safely and discretely liposuctioned, yielding natural results. As seen in the above photo, the bulge can be stra… Read More
2015-06-04 06:25
How long grafted or transferred fat cells last is controversial. Some clinicians maintain that the fat goes away and others claim that it lasts. The results above show re… Read More
2015-06-04 05:18
The patient in the photo above had VIP Lipo including Smartlipo for better skin tightening of the upper and lower flanks (as well as other areas). The bra fat area showed signifi… Read More
2015-06-01 04:46
Retinol, also known as vitamin A, is believed to act on between 350 to 1000 genes that control normal function, proliferation, and differentiation of skin cells and the p… Read More
2015-05-28 06:31
At Celebrity Laser Spa, we started using micro-cannulas for filler injections over 2 years ago. A micro-cannula is similar to a needle, a long and skinny metal tube, except that it has… Read More
2015-05-24 20:24
Hypopigmentation can occur for a number of reasons. In the patient above, there was a patch of lighter skin on the abdomen after a series of laser tattoo rem… Read More
2015-05-18 06:04
The patient above is 2 months after smartlipo of the chest. As one can see, the abnormal breast-like fatty tissue of the chest has been brought down to a n… Read More
2015-05-18 05:35
The fat of the upper flanks, also known as the “bra fat” area is one that can be best improved with liposuction. In women more than men, excess f… Read More
2015-05-04 14:21
The patient above had coolsculpting to the outer thighs and shows results after 2 and a half months. Coolsculpting is a good choice for the outer thighs when non-surgical fat r… Read More
2015-04-29 03:53
The patient above came to CLS requesting improvement of his “loose” neck skin. After examining him, I concluded that the neck skin was not excessively droopy but that the… Read More
2015-04-25 13:58
spider veins
Unsightly veins on the legs are a common complaint among women, worsening as one gets older. Spider veins and varicose veins are the two varieties of leg vein cosmetic pro… Read More
2015-04-20 21:01
When we think about liposuction for arms, the area that bothers most people is the skin and fat that hangs down from the upper arm, visible when extending the arm out to the side. How… Read More
2015-04-08 05:27
One of the most common questions I get is how long compression garments need to be worn after liposuction. Patients have often done their own research online prior to consultation and… Read More
2015-03-26 14:09
It is well documented that exercise has multiple health benefits and improves your appearance. Cardio speeds up metabolism and burns calories, leading to weight loss and decreased fat… Read More
2015-03-19 20:12
written by Dr. Kaplan:
I had recently received an updated driver’s license and compared my picture to what I looked like 5 years ago. I noticed how my cheeks look much more defla… Read More
2015-03-18 00:54
The process that underlies laser tattoo removal is complex and not completely understood. We not infrequently find that a tattoo being removed with one laser stops fading after… Read More
2015-03-17 06:03
5-FU (5-fluorouracil) is an injectable compound that has powerful effects to treat keloids and hypertrophic scars. Studies have shown improvement over steroid injections alone. 5… Read More
2015-03-03 07:14
Even by the next day, instant results can be seen after the Precision TX neck lift. In the photo above, the patient has instant results the next day after surgery. The pr… Read More
2015-02-28 07:01
In a recent case above, the patient complained of an excess of fat in the chest ever since he was a teenager. This is moderate gynecomastia. The areolae also appeared… Read More
2015-02-12 03:35
The patient above had had Sculptra injected over a year and half previously. Her results were maintained and improved with time. As can be seen, her temples smooth… Read More
2015-02-10 17:57
Saddle bags of the outer thigh are caused by a combination of age-related changes. There can be loss of fat in the upper hip area, leading to a “dented-in” a… Read More
2015-02-07 21:23
Dr. Kaplan’s V.I.P. Lipo (Vibrational, Intelligent, Precise Liposuction) is a combination of Smartlipo and Vibrational Lipo (aka Tickle Lipo). This hybrid system and Dr… Read More
2015-02-05 02:30
In the diagram, the closure at the top requires correction to avoid the resulting dog ear.
High lateral tension closure, note the lack of dog ears.
Dog ears are a common… Read More
2015-01-31 06:11
Ulthera is a unique micro-focused ultrasound device that is FDA-approved for skin lifting and tightening in the face, neck and chest. It is also used off-label to tighten and l… Read More
2006-06-07 11:16
The bra fat area is very bothersome for women. Even a small amount of fat can seem to stick out and distort one’s shape in a dress or bikini, out of proportion to its size.  &hell…Read More
2006-06-07 11:16
Liposonix is a non-invasive high-frequency ultrasound technology that can be used to flatten localized bulges of fat without needles or surgery. The fat is melted wherever the ultrasou… Read More
2006-06-07 11:16
The Brazilian Butt Lift, refers to the augmentation of the buttocks with natural fat obtained from liposuction during one surgery. As one ages, fat and muscle tend to be lost in the mi… Read More
2006-06-07 11:16
Severe acne most often occurs during the teenage years. Unfortunately, the acne scars may persist lifelong after the brief period of the acne has passed. Treatment options for ac… Read More
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