Question: On a frequent basis, I see advertisements for products that are “better than Botoxâ€, lunchtime laser liposuction, weekend facelifts, non-surgical tummy tucks, facial exercise equipment for jowls, and products that can thicken your hair and fill in balding areas in one treatment. Is there any truth to these claims; do they work even a… Read More
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What is the Foglietti Natural Vector Face Lift Technique®? The Foglietti Natural Vector Face Lift ® is a method of tightening the face in a manner that gives the most natural and relaxed appearance post surgically. This facelift technique tightens the facial tissue covering underlying muscle in multiple directions or vectors; which counteracts the sagging… Read More
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Question: After nursing three children, my breasts are sagging and flatter. I’ve been thinking about having a breast lift, but I’m concerned about ending up with really small breasts and also about the scars from the surgery. Do the scars fade eventually or will they always show? Answer: It is very common for the breast… Read More
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Question: I have a two-part question that I’ve been meaning to email you about for some time. I was wondering whether or not Plastic Surgeons ever sell gift certificates for their services and if they do, whether or not it would be considered acceptable or impolite to give such a gift? Answer: That’s an excellent… Read More
Ask The Surgeon, Cleveland Magazine
What is the Foglietti Natural Vector Face Lift Technique®? The Foglietti Natural Vector Face Lift ® is a method of tightening the face in a manner that gives the most natural and relaxed appearance post surgically. This facelift technique tightens the facial tissue covering underlying muscle in multiple directions or vectors; which counteracts the sagging… Read More
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Question: Since plastic surgery is almost always elective, do insurance companies ever pay for it? Answer: In a perfect world we would all be able to make the changes we would like and have it covered by our insurance programs. Unfortunately, that isn’t always the case. However, because plastic surgery encompasses both reconstructive surgery and… Read More
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Question: I’ve been hearing people on TV and radio talking about facial rejuvenation and I was wondering what they meant by that exactly, do they just mean face lifts? Answer: Facial rejuvenation is a broad term used in Cosmetic Surgery to refer to procedures that make a person look younger. The aging face is defined… Read More
Ask The Surgeon, Cleveland Magazine
What is the Foglietti Natural Vector Face Lift Technique®? The Foglietti Natural Vector Face Lift ® is a method of tightening the face in a manner that gives the most natural and relaxed appearance post surgically. This facelift technique tightens the facial tissue covering underlying muscle in multiple directions or vectors; which counteracts the sagging… Read More
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Question: I’m interested in having my breasts larger but I don’t want them to be too big.I am presently an A cup and would like to be a full B cup. I want to enhance my figure but don’t want my breasts to be the first thing people notice. I’m also a runner and concerned… Read More
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Question: If we ever get sunlight in Cleveland again, what is the best way to protect myself from skin cancer? Answer: According to The American Association of Dermatology, in the United States this year, more than 2 million cases of skin cancer will be diagnosed. Most Americans will have one of these skin cancers: basal… Read More