If you’re considering lip injections in the Syracuse or Albany, NY, area or elsewhere, you probably have a few questions about what to expect. While the lip augmentation process is fairly quick and simple, there are a few things to consider when it comes to products, costs, and aftercare. In this blog post, I’d like to answer a few of the lip injection questions Dr. Hargrave and I are asked most often here at our plastic surgery practice. Which lip filler should I choose? The most popular fillers for lip augmentation are JUVÉDERM® and Restylane®, which are made of hyaluronic acid, and RADIESS ..read more

Every breast augmentation journey begins with a private consultation. This is a time to sit down and talk about your questions, goals, and concerns surrounding surgery. Our practice receives breast augmentation patients from Troy, Syracuse, and beyond, so we’ve helped many women through this exciting but overwhelming time. Don’t worry if you feel nervous about your first consultation—that’s perfectly normal, and you’re not alone! For those just starting their breast augmentation research, this blog post will list a few important questions to ask your surgeon. Am I a good candidate for breast ..read more

BOTOX and dermal fillers are among the most popular anti-aging treatments we perform for our patients from across Schenectady, Albany, and Troy. Because these injectable treatments achieve similar results, they’re often believed to be interchangeable. In reality, however, they work entirely differently, and the right one for you (or the right combination of both) depends on what you’re looking to address. In this blog post, I’ll explain the differences between these nonsurgical options and discuss how you can benefit most from each approach. What is BOTOX? How does it work? BOTOX is a neuromo ..read more

Many of our patients have growing families and plan on having more children. They often ask me if breast implants affect the nursing process. I reassure breast augmentation patients at our Albany, NY, practice that the majority of patients have nothing to fear. But, for those wanting to be as careful as possible, there are many surgical ways to protect  breastfeeding ability. Breast augmentation can be easily customized to suit your lifestyle and family planning needs. In this blog post, I will explain the relatively low risk of milk duct damage during surgery, and outline how surgeons can be ..read more

Thanks to modern technology, there are plenty of surgical and nonsurgical ways to slim down trouble spots and firm up the midsection. Tummy tuck and liposuction are both popular choices for our patients from Schenectady, Troy, and the entire Capital Region. While liposuction is a fat removal procedure, tummy tuck surgery removes skin and repairs underlying muscles. This blog post will outline the different benefits of each contouring treatment. Liposuction Benefits Liposuction reduces fat deposits to create a smoother, slimmer body. This is done by using a thin tube (called a cannula) attache ..read more

CoolSculpting has become a hugely popular treatment thanks to its ability to reduce fat without surgery. The customizable procedure can be used on many areas of the body to help create your ideal shape. While the results speak for themselves, men and when who choose CoolSculpting at our Albany, NY practice may be surprised to realize just how many unexpected benefits the treatment provides. Here are a few bonuses you’ll enjoy when you choose to slim down nonsurgically with CoolSculpting. Goodbye, Shapewear Feel confident wearing form-fitting clothes without Spanx® when you slim down bumps and ..read more

As the procedure becomes more popular than ever, I have many patients asking about lip injections at our Albany, NY, practice. Both celebrities and everyday people are enjoying the results of fuller, plumper lips. When performed by a board-certified surgeon or supervised registered nurse, fillers produce pleasing, symmetrical results. But there have been trends in recent news regarding celebrities actually getting their fillers removed. Famous women like Kylie Jenner and Vicki Gunvalson of “Real Housewives of Orange County” have both admitted to getting their dermal fillers reversed. And if y ..read more

Even though summer seems far away, now is the time to start getting swimsuit season ready with nonsurgical treatments. Starting in the spring gives your procedure the time to take shape and gives you the chance to book additional appointments if needed. For example, patients getting CoolSculpting® at our Albany, NY, practice, may need about 3 months to see the full results, so getting started in the spring is the way to go. If you’re looking for ways to slim down your shape and bring out your inner glow ahead of summer, here are a few nonsurgical options we highly recommend. Our Favorite Trea ..read more

At our practice in Albany, we see facelift patients from as far as Syracuse who can’t just swing by the office if they have a question or concern during their recovery. Although we are always available by phone to answer any questions, it’s a good idea to educate yourself as much as possible about your procedure so you’ll be prepared prior to surgery. Knowing what to expect during recovery is often a huge source of empowerment. The healing process can include some challenges, but following our recommendations for healthy, speedy recuperation is a great way to take an active role in your recov ..read more