Liposuction is best known as a body contouring procedure that targets pockets of fat that seem immune to diet and exercise. As many of us learn as we grow older, these stubborn pouches are not confined to the mid- or lower body: The face is another area where time, gravity and lifestyle choices often conspire… Read More
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Are You a Candidate for Blepharoplasty?
As you age, structural changes in facial skin may cause sagging, thinning and discoloration under and near the eyes. The result is a weary look that can make you appear old beyond your years. Below, the experienced Cleveland-area plastic surgeons of Foglietti Fostyk Plastic Surgery discuss blepharoplasty, a permanent and proven solution. Youthful Eyes Time-worn… Read More
Treating Gynecomastia
According to some lexicographers, body shaming reached new heights, or sagged to a new low, in 2004. That was the year the word “moobs” was born into the English language. A portmanteau of the preexisting term “man boobs,” the word was from the start freighted with shame, chagrin and indignity. Spoken with a sly smile,… Read More
Breast Reconstruction After Cancer
For breast cancer survivors, reconstruction surgery is an essential part of the healing process. The skill of your surgeon will determine how fully you recover the shape and feel of your breasts, and how quickly you can put the experience behind you. The trusted Cleveland-area plastic surgeons of Foglietti Fostyk Plastic Surgery understand the sensitivity… Read More
Facelift Recovery: What to Expect
With facelift, your new look unfolds in three phases: It begins with the image you visualize, becomes reality in surgery, and is finally unveiled in recovery. That final phase is an afterthought for many patients, but it is a key to your ultimate satisfaction. Below, the experienced Cleveland-area plastic surgeons of Foglietti Fostyk Plastic Surgery… Read More
Improving Dark Circles and Under-Eye Bags
As you age, structural changes in facial skin may cause sagging, thinning and discoloration under the eyes. The result is a weary look that can make you appear old beyond your years. Below, the experienced Cleveland-area plastic surgeons of Foglietti Fostyk Plastic Surgery discuss causes and solutions. Habits and Inheritance Sometimes bags under the eyes… Read More
Overcoming Common Fears About Plastic Surgery
The colorful celebrity magazines that call to us from the grocery check-out line may not have much of an impact on world events, but they certainly influence the way we view diets, casseroles — and plastic surgery. Leafing through the glossy pages we see what is possible, and what can possibly go wrong, when stars… Read More
What’s the Difference Between Breast Lift and Breast Reduction?
Breast lift is a popular choice among women who seek to restore a firm, attractive look to breasts that have begun to sag as a result of pregnancy, changes in weight or simply the passage of time. The procedure restores a youthful profile by elevating the breasts on the chest. Although there are some similarities… Read More
Preparing for a Postponed Plastic Surgery Procedure
If your procedure has been delayed because of the recent suspension of elective surgery, you’ve had plenty of time to think about the operation and recovery. That can be a good thing, when you are motivated to prepare by stocking the refrigerator, filling prescriptions and planning activities to keep yourself busy as you heal. But… Read More