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Metropolitan Plastic Surgery and Medspa provides a full range of medical services including the following:

Understanding Brachioplasty: A Comprehensive Guide to Brachioplasty for Patients

Brachioplasty, also known as an arm lift, is a cosmetic surgery that removes excess skin and fat from the upper arms to create a more toned and contoured appearance. This guide provides detailed information about the procedure, what to expect, the benefits and risks, and the recovery process to help you make an informed decision. ...

Arm Liposuction: A Comprehensive Guide for Patients

What is Arm Liposuction?

Arm liposuction is a surgical procedure aimed at removing stubborn fat deposits from the upper arms to improve their contour. This procedure uses a suction technique to eliminate fat, helping to create a smoother, firmer, and more aesthetically pleasing arm shape. Liposuction can be performed on the upper arms, the area under the arms (the "bat wings"), or the area around the elbow, depending on the patient’s needs. ...

Asclera: A Comprehensive Guide for Patients

Asclera is a medication used to treat small spider veins and reticular veins, commonly found on the legs and face. It is a form of sclerotherapy, a procedure in which a solution is injected into the veins to cause them to collapse and fade away. Asclera (polidocanol) is a well-established treatment known for its effectiveness in improving the appearance of varicose and spider veins. This comprehensive guide provides information on how Asclera works, the treatment process, benefits, risks, and aftercare. ...

Back Lift: A Comprehensive Guide for Patients

A back lift is a cosmetic surgical procedure designed to remove excess skin and fat from the upper or lower back, often resulting from weight loss, aging, or genetics. This procedure can help to improve the contours of the back, making it smoother and more toned. Whether you're struggling with "bra bulge," sagging skin after weight loss, or just want to enhance your body’s silhouette, a back lift could be a suitable solution. Here’s a comprehensive guide to understanding the procedure, benefits, recovery, and more. ...

BOTOX® Cosmetic

BOTOX® Cosmetic is a prescription drug that, when injected, temporarily paralyzes muscles. It contains a purified and safe form of botulinum toxin A, which is produced by the microbe that causes botulism. Manufactured by Allergan, Inc., it is used to treat permanent furrows and deep wrinkles in the skin that are formed by the continual contraction of facial muscles. In addition to its cosmetic applications, it is used to treat a number of medical problems, including excessive sweating, overactive bladder, neck spasms, crossed eyes, chronic back and jaw pain, and migraines. ...

BOTOX® Cosmetic FAQs

BOTOX® Cosmetic is a prescription drug that, when injected, temporarily paralyzes muscles. BOTOX Cosmetic injections treat moderate-to-severe facial lines and wrinkles that are formed by continual muscle contraction. Treatment with BOTOX Cosmetic is the most popular physician-performed nonsurgical cosmetic procedure in the United States. ...

Augmentation Mastopexy

Mastopexy (breast lift) with breast augmentation is a combination procedure that lifts sagging breasts while increasing their size and enhancing their shape. Aging, pregnancy, weight loss and gravity can all cause breasts to sag. When sagging cannot be corrected by implants alone, augmentation mastopexy may be recommended. During mastopexy alone, excess skin is trimmed away, supporting tissue is tightened, the breasts are "lifted" to sit higher on the chest, and the nipple and areola are repositioned or resized. By adding augmentation with implants to the procedure, the breasts can also be made larger and firmer. ...

Comprehensive Guide to Reduction Mammoplasty for Patients

Reduction mammoplasty, also known as breast reduction surgery, is a cosmetic and functional surgical procedure designed to remove excess breast tissue and skin, reshaping and reducing the size of the breasts to achieve a more proportionate appearance. This surgery can provide both physical relief from symptoms caused by large breasts and aesthetic improvements. This comprehensive guide will walk you through the procedure, its benefits, risks, and the recovery process, helping you understand what to expect if you're considering breast reduction surgery. ...

Dysport® Injectable

Prescription Dysport® injectable is a U.S. Food and Drug Administration-approved treatment for temporarily lessening or eliminating moderate-to-severe frown lines between the eyebrows. Like BOTOX® Cosmetic, Dysport injectable is placed directly into the muscle underneath a furrow, weakening the muscle to the point where it cannot contract. ...

Understanding Earlobe Repair Surgery: A Comprehensive Guide for Patients 

What is Earlobe Repair Surgery? 

Earlobe repair surgery is a relatively simple and minimally invasive procedure aimed at restoring the shape, size, and function of the earlobes. The surgery addresses various concerns, including: ...

Understanding Blepharoplasty: A Comprehensive Guide for Patients

Blepharoplasty, commonly known as eyelid surgery, is a cosmetic procedure designed to improve the appearance of the eyelids by removing excess skin, fat, and muscle. Whether you're bothered by droopy eyelids, under-eye bags, or the signs of aging around your eyes, blepharoplasty can help you achieve a more youthful, refreshed look. However, like any surgical procedure, it's important to understand what blepharoplasty involves, its benefits, potential risks, and recovery process before making a decision. ...

Understanding Rhytidectomy: A Comprehensive Guide for Patients

Rhytidectomy, commonly known as a facelift, is a popular cosmetic surgery designed to reduce visible signs of aging by tightening and lifting the skin on the face and neck. This procedure can help improve your facial appearance, restore a youthful contour, and boost self-confidence. However, like any surgical procedure, it’s essential to understand the details, potential benefits, risks, and recovery process associated with rhytidectomy. ...

Facelift FAQs

Over time, gravity and sun exposure take their toll on the face and neck. Deep creases that run from each side of the nose to the corners of the mouth appear; the jawline slackens; and the neck develops loose folds and fat deposits. A facelift (rhytidectomy) counteracts these signs of aging by tightening muscle, removing fat and trimming excess skin, giving the face a fresher, more youthful look. ...

Comprehensive Guide to Fat Transfer Breast Reconstruction for Patients

Fat transfer breast reconstruction is a procedure that uses a patient’s own fat to restore or enhance the shape and volume of the breasts, often after a mastectomy or other breast surgery. This method, also known as autologous fat grafting, can be used as a reconstructive option or as a cosmetic enhancement to improve breast appearance. ...

MedSpa: Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) A Comprehensive Guide for Patients

What is Intense Pulsed Light (IPL)?

Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) is a non-laser light therapy that uses broad-spectrum light to treat various skin conditions. Unlike lasers, which use a single wavelength of light, IPL devices emit multiple wavelengths, which can be customized to treat different skin issues. IPL targets specific chromophores in the skin (e.g., melanin, hemoglobin) to improve skin texture, tone, and clarity. ...

Laser Hair Removal

Laser hair removal is a cosmetic procedure that uses pulsed laser energy to remove unwanted hair from a targeted area, while leaving surrounding skin unharmed. Common areas on which laser hair removal is performed are the chin, upper lip, chest, underarms, back, bikini line and legs. ...

LATISSE® Treatment for Eyelashes

LATISSE® eyelash enhancer is the first and only U.S. Food and Drug Administration-approved cosmetic treatment for increasing the length, thickness and darkness of eyelashes. Available only through prescription, it is applied once a day to the base of the upper eyelashes. Results may be apparent within four weeks; full results take sixteen weeks. ...

Lip Augmentation

Lip augmentation is a cosmetic procedure that, either surgically or with injections, increases lip size. Either the upper or lower lip, or both, can be augmented. Whether the results are temporary or permanent depends on the type of augmentation performed. There are several different techniques for augmenting lips. Most involve injecting a facial filler, although fat transfers (also called fat grafting) and implants are also options. ...

Understanding Liposuction: A Comprehensive Guide for Patients

Liposuction is one of the most common cosmetic surgical procedures performed to remove excess fat from the body and improve its contour. Whether you're struggling with stubborn fat deposits that don't respond to diet or exercise, or you’re simply seeking a more sculpted appearance, liposuction can help you achieve your desired shape. However, as with any surgical procedure, it’s important to understand what liposuction entails, its benefits, risks, and the recovery process before making a decision ...

Comprehensive Guide to Gynecomastia (Male Brest Reduction) for Patients

Male Breat Reduction (Gynecomastia) is a medical condition characterized by the enlargement of breast tissue in males, often resulting in a more feminine appearance. It can affect one or both breasts and may occur in men of all ages. While it is usually benign, it can cause emotional distress, social anxiety, and physical discomfort. This comprehensive guide covers everything you need to know about gynecomastia, including causes, symptoms, treatment options, surgery, risks, recovery, and outcomes. ...

Panniculectomy (Tummy Tuck): A Comprehensive Guide for Patients

A panniculectomy, also known as a Tummy Tuck, is a surgical procedure designed to remove excess skin and fat from the lower abdomen, typically after significant weight loss, childbirth, or aging. The pannus, or apron of skin, that is removed during the procedure can cause physical discomfort, hygiene issues, and aesthetic concerns. This guide covers everything you need to know about panniculectomy, from the procedure itself to recovery and long-term results. ...

Understanding Neck Lift Surgery: A Comprehensive Guide for Patients

A neck lift, also known as a cervicoplasty or platysmaplasty, is a cosmetic surgical procedure designed to improve the appearance of the neck and jawline by removing excess skin and tightening the underlying muscles. Over time, the skin in the neck area can sag due to aging, weight fluctuations, or genetics, leading to the formation of a "turkey waddle" or loose neck skin. A neck lift can help rejuvenate the area, providing a smoother, firmer, and more youthful appearance. If you're considering this procedure, it’s essential to understand the details of the surgery, its benefits, risks, and recovery process. ...

RADIESSE® Volumizing Filler

RADIESSE® volumizing filler is a synthetic injectable filler that has been U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)-approved for reducing moderate-to-severe wrinkles, folds and creases around the nose and mouth by augmenting the skin's natural collagen supply. It is a safe, effective and long-lasting alternative to injectable collagen and other dermal fillers for smoothing wrinkles and adding facial volume and contour. ...

Comprehensive Guide to Abdominoplasty for Patients

Abdominoplasty, commonly known as a tummy tuck, is a surgical procedure designed to remove excess skin and fat from the abdominal area, while also tightening the underlying muscles. This procedure can dramatically improve the appearance of the abdomen, giving it a flatter and more toned look. Abdominoplasty is often sought after by individuals who have experienced significant weight loss, pregnancy, or aging, which can cause the skin and muscles to stretch and lose their elasticity. ...

Understanding Brachioplasty: A Comprehensive Guide to Brachioplasty for Patients

Brachioplasty, also known as an arm lift, is a cosmetic surgery that removes excess skin and fat from the upper arms to create a more toned and contoured appearance. This guide provides detailed information about the procedure, what to expect, the benefits and risks, and the recovery process to help you make an informed decision. ...

Arm Liposuction: A Comprehensive Guide for Patients

What is Arm Liposuction?

Arm liposuction is a surgical procedure aimed at removing stubborn fat deposits from the upper arms to improve their contour. This procedure uses a suction technique to eliminate fat, helping to create a smoother, firmer, and more aesthetically pleasing arm shape. Liposuction can be performed on the upper arms, the area under the arms (the "bat wings"), or the area around the elbow, depending on the patient’s needs. ...

Asclera: A Comprehensive Guide for Patients

Asclera is a medication used to treat small spider veins and reticular veins, commonly found on the legs and face. It is a form of sclerotherapy, a procedure in which a solution is injected into the veins to cause them to collapse and fade away. Asclera (polidocanol) is a well-established treatment known for its effectiveness in improving the appearance of varicose and spider veins. This comprehensive guide provides information on how Asclera works, the treatment process, benefits, risks, and aftercare. ...

Back Lift: A Comprehensive Guide for Patients

A back lift is a cosmetic surgical procedure designed to remove excess skin and fat from the upper or lower back, often resulting from weight loss, aging, or genetics. This procedure can help to improve the contours of the back, making it smoother and more toned. Whether you're struggling with "bra bulge," sagging skin after weight loss, or just want to enhance your body’s silhouette, a back lift could be a suitable solution. Here’s a comprehensive guide to understanding the procedure, benefits, recovery, and more. ...

BOTOX® Cosmetic

BOTOX® Cosmetic is a prescription drug that, when injected, temporarily paralyzes muscles. It contains a purified and safe form of botulinum toxin A, which is produced by the microbe that causes botulism. Manufactured by Allergan, Inc., it is used to treat permanent furrows and deep wrinkles in the skin that are formed by the continual contraction of facial muscles. In addition to its cosmetic applications, it is used to treat a number of medical problems, including excessive sweating, overactive bladder, neck spasms, crossed eyes, chronic back and jaw pain, and migraines. ...

BOTOX® Cosmetic FAQs

BOTOX® Cosmetic is a prescription drug that, when injected, temporarily paralyzes muscles. BOTOX Cosmetic injections treat moderate-to-severe facial lines and wrinkles that are formed by continual muscle contraction. Treatment with BOTOX Cosmetic is the most popular physician-performed nonsurgical cosmetic procedure in the United States. ...

Augmentation Mastopexy

Mastopexy (breast lift) with breast augmentation is a combination procedure that lifts sagging breasts while increasing their size and enhancing their shape. Aging, pregnancy, weight loss and gravity can all cause breasts to sag. When sagging cannot be corrected by implants alone, augmentation mastopexy may be recommended. During mastopexy alone, excess skin is trimmed away, supporting tissue is tightened, the breasts are "lifted" to sit higher on the chest, and the nipple and areola are repositioned or resized. By adding augmentation with implants to the procedure, the breasts can also be made larger and firmer. ...

Comprehensive Guide to Reduction Mammoplasty for Patients

Reduction mammoplasty, also known as breast reduction surgery, is a cosmetic and functional surgical procedure designed to remove excess breast tissue and skin, reshaping and reducing the size of the breasts to achieve a more proportionate appearance. This surgery can provide both physical relief from symptoms caused by large breasts and aesthetic improvements. This comprehensive guide will walk you through the procedure, its benefits, risks, and the recovery process, helping you understand what to expect if you're considering breast reduction surgery. ...

Dysport® Injectable

Prescription Dysport® injectable is a U.S. Food and Drug Administration-approved treatment for temporarily lessening or eliminating moderate-to-severe frown lines between the eyebrows. Like BOTOX® Cosmetic, Dysport injectable is placed directly into the muscle underneath a furrow, weakening the muscle to the point where it cannot contract. ...

Understanding Earlobe Repair Surgery: A Comprehensive Guide for Patients 

What is Earlobe Repair Surgery? 

Earlobe repair surgery is a relatively simple and minimally invasive procedure aimed at restoring the shape, size, and function of the earlobes. The surgery addresses various concerns, including: ...

Understanding Blepharoplasty: A Comprehensive Guide for Patients

Blepharoplasty, commonly known as eyelid surgery, is a cosmetic procedure designed to improve the appearance of the eyelids by removing excess skin, fat, and muscle. Whether you're bothered by droopy eyelids, under-eye bags, or the signs of aging around your eyes, blepharoplasty can help you achieve a more youthful, refreshed look. However, like any surgical procedure, it's important to understand what blepharoplasty involves, its benefits, potential risks, and recovery process before making a decision. ...

Understanding Rhytidectomy: A Comprehensive Guide for Patients

Rhytidectomy, commonly known as a facelift, is a popular cosmetic surgery designed to reduce visible signs of aging by tightening and lifting the skin on the face and neck. This procedure can help improve your facial appearance, restore a youthful contour, and boost self-confidence. However, like any surgical procedure, it’s essential to understand the details, potential benefits, risks, and recovery process associated with rhytidectomy. ...

Facelift FAQs

Over time, gravity and sun exposure take their toll on the face and neck. Deep creases that run from each side of the nose to the corners of the mouth appear; the jawline slackens; and the neck develops loose folds and fat deposits. A facelift (rhytidectomy) counteracts these signs of aging by tightening muscle, removing fat and trimming excess skin, giving the face a fresher, more youthful look. ...

Comprehensive Guide to Fat Transfer Breast Reconstruction for Patients

Fat transfer breast reconstruction is a procedure that uses a patient’s own fat to restore or enhance the shape and volume of the breasts, often after a mastectomy or other breast surgery. This method, also known as autologous fat grafting, can be used as a reconstructive option or as a cosmetic enhancement to improve breast appearance. ...

MedSpa: Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) A Comprehensive Guide for Patients

What is Intense Pulsed Light (IPL)?

Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) is a non-laser light therapy that uses broad-spectrum light to treat various skin conditions. Unlike lasers, which use a single wavelength of light, IPL devices emit multiple wavelengths, which can be customized to treat different skin issues. IPL targets specific chromophores in the skin (e.g., melanin, hemoglobin) to improve skin texture, tone, and clarity. ...

Laser Hair Removal

Laser hair removal is a cosmetic procedure that uses pulsed laser energy to remove unwanted hair from a targeted area, while leaving surrounding skin unharmed. Common areas on which laser hair removal is performed are the chin, upper lip, chest, underarms, back, bikini line and legs. ...

LATISSE® Treatment for Eyelashes

LATISSE® eyelash enhancer is the first and only U.S. Food and Drug Administration-approved cosmetic treatment for increasing the length, thickness and darkness of eyelashes. Available only through prescription, it is applied once a day to the base of the upper eyelashes. Results may be apparent within four weeks; full results take sixteen weeks. ...

Lip Augmentation

Lip augmentation is a cosmetic procedure that, either surgically or with injections, increases lip size. Either the upper or lower lip, or both, can be augmented. Whether the results are temporary or permanent depends on the type of augmentation performed. There are several different techniques for augmenting lips. Most involve injecting a facial filler, although fat transfers (also called fat grafting) and implants are also options. ...

Understanding Liposuction: A Comprehensive Guide for Patients

Liposuction is one of the most common cosmetic surgical procedures performed to remove excess fat from the body and improve its contour. Whether you're struggling with stubborn fat deposits that don't respond to diet or exercise, or you’re simply seeking a more sculpted appearance, liposuction can help you achieve your desired shape. However, as with any surgical procedure, it’s important to understand what liposuction entails, its benefits, risks, and the recovery process before making a decision ...

Comprehensive Guide to Gynecomastia (Male Brest Reduction) for Patients

Male Breat Reduction (Gynecomastia) is a medical condition characterized by the enlargement of breast tissue in males, often resulting in a more feminine appearance. It can affect one or both breasts and may occur in men of all ages. While it is usually benign, it can cause emotional distress, social anxiety, and physical discomfort. This comprehensive guide covers everything you need to know about gynecomastia, including causes, symptoms, treatment options, surgery, risks, recovery, and outcomes. ...

Panniculectomy (Tummy Tuck): A Comprehensive Guide for Patients

A panniculectomy, also known as a Tummy Tuck, is a surgical procedure designed to remove excess skin and fat from the lower abdomen, typically after significant weight loss, childbirth, or aging. The pannus, or apron of skin, that is removed during the procedure can cause physical discomfort, hygiene issues, and aesthetic concerns. This guide covers everything you need to know about panniculectomy, from the procedure itself to recovery and long-term results. ...

Understanding Neck Lift Surgery: A Comprehensive Guide for Patients

A neck lift, also known as a cervicoplasty or platysmaplasty, is a cosmetic surgical procedure designed to improve the appearance of the neck and jawline by removing excess skin and tightening the underlying muscles. Over time, the skin in the neck area can sag due to aging, weight fluctuations, or genetics, leading to the formation of a "turkey waddle" or loose neck skin. A neck lift can help rejuvenate the area, providing a smoother, firmer, and more youthful appearance. If you're considering this procedure, it’s essential to understand the details of the surgery, its benefits, risks, and recovery process. ...

RADIESSE® Volumizing Filler

RADIESSE® volumizing filler is a synthetic injectable filler that has been U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)-approved for reducing moderate-to-severe wrinkles, folds and creases around the nose and mouth by augmenting the skin's natural collagen supply. It is a safe, effective and long-lasting alternative to injectable collagen and other dermal fillers for smoothing wrinkles and adding facial volume and contour. ...

Comprehensive Guide to Abdominoplasty for Patients

Abdominoplasty, commonly known as a tummy tuck, is a surgical procedure designed to remove excess skin and fat from the abdominal area, while also tightening the underlying muscles. This procedure can dramatically improve the appearance of the abdomen, giving it a flatter and more toned look. Abdominoplasty is often sought after by individuals who have experienced significant weight loss, pregnancy, or aging, which can cause the skin and muscles to stretch and lose their elasticity. ...