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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

Question: Can an actress like Angelina Jolie have a lip treatment that looks natural and is permanent? Answer: I don’t think that Angelina Jolie has had lip augmentation. I have seen photos of her at a young age and she had very full lips. Voluptuous lips are definitely the trend today and have been in… Read More

Question: I am 66 years old and when I was 58 I had a facelift and eyelid surgery. My neck and eyelid skin has gradually loosened again and I’m beginning to develop jowls. I really want to keep a youthful look and was wondering if it’s safe to have another facelift and eye surgery? Answer:… Read More

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

Question: I developed cellulite in my thighs and bottom; even at my best weight it is still visible. What is the cause of cellulite and are there any treatments for it that really work? Answer: The dimpled or cottage cheese appearance is caused by the structural difference between cellulite fat and normal fat. Both cellulite… Read More

Question:  Do breast implants interfere with mammography and can a mammogram damage the implants? Answer:  This is a question that I address with all of my breast implant patients. The answer depends upon whether the implant is surgically placed above or below the pectoralis (chest) muscle.  Most of the time in very small or medium sized candidates for… Read More

Question: My husband is a 43 year old man who exercises regularly but is still very self conscious about his appearance because he has breasts. (if you call them that on a man?) He won’t even go to the pool in the summer because he’s uncomfortable being shirtless in public. No matter how much he… Read More

What is the Natural (Vector) Facelift®? The Natural (Vector) Facelift® 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 and laxity that occurs as we… Read More

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 cosmetic surgery,… Read More

Question: I have recently seen short magazine & news articles about a prescription medication that is supposed grow eyelashes. My eyelashes are really thin and fall out very easily; this has always been a problem. I’ve tried the eyelash extensions and they are such a pain to have put on and eventually come off. Would… Read More