May 30, 2018
A tale of two sisters It is a fact that no face is perfectly symmetrical. Eyes, ears, brows, nostrils—similar, but never identical. Karen, who is 43 had a unique circumstance. While the eye area tends to be the first area to develop subtle signs of aging, only her right eye was affected. “For whatever reason,…
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September 27, 2017
My wedding day was coming up. I was looking forward to everything except the photos. Because of my profile, I dreaded those the most. – Jasmin Usually there is a specific “tipping point” that triggers the pursuit for a plastic surgeon. For Jasmin, there was never a time where she wasn’t self-conscious about her nose.…
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September 21, 2017
Dr. Lee told me that after my surgery I would wonder why I didn’t do it sooner, and he was right. I’m so glad we met when we did. – Stephanie Sometimes something you have been thinking about forever is put into motion in a chance meeting. That is what happened to Stephanie when she…
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September 7, 2017
No two people age at the same rate. The aging process doesn’t care how many candles are on your birthday cake. At 50 years old, Mary is an example of the growing trend of younger women seeking full face and necklifts. “I’ve always been vigilant about sunscreen and overall skin care, so my skin quality…
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August 24, 2017
“Recognize that a procedure, treatment or technique is only as good as the surgeon performing it. Liposuction is not a magic wand unless it is in the hands of an artist, so really get to know whose hands you are trusting.” On paper, at 5’8” and 124lbs. Teresa seems an unlikely candidate for liposuction. In…
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August 23, 2017
Problem skin can have a mental as well as physical effect. Clearing up a skin condition can boost confidence and make you feel better because you look better. Struggling with my own skin issues led to the passion I have for my work here at Surface. Liz Newman, R.N., B.S.N. Your skin serves both a…
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July 31, 2017
“Dr. Lee’s questions were thoughtful. He wasn’t just looking for an answer, he was trying to understand the feelings that were behind my answer.” Breast implants are actually quite strong. Statistically, the rupture rate of both saline and silicone implants is around 1% per year, which slightly increases over time. Unfortunately for Lindsay, a serious…
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July 20, 2017
You’ve dieted and exercised to look great in that little black dress but what people notice first is your skin. What shape are you in? Liz Newman, RN, BSN A proper skincare regimen can change the integrity and appearance of your skin regardless of age, ethnicity or race. Although a healthy lifestyle definitely contributes to…
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June 2, 2017
“Dr. Lee told me his goal wasn’t to create the perfect nose…just the perfect nose for me.” Sometimes a photograph can be more ruthless than a mirror. Chris remembers her college graduation picture displayed in her grandparent’s living room. “I would say “Look at that Italian nose!” My whole life I joked about it because…
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May 18, 2017
WHAT IS MALE BREAST REDUCTION SURGERY? When it comes to love handles, a double chin, or minor signs of aging, generally speaking, most men are not as self-conscious about their appearance as women. There is, however, one condition that can represent a significant psychological burden – male breasts (also known as gynecomastia). It’s surprising how…
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