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Question: I am a 34-year-old male and I am experiencing hereditary hair loss.My hairline is receding significantly and I have developed a bald spot in the back of my scalp. I am very self-conscious about it, and I feel that it makes me look older than I am. It is only getting worse. What can… Read More

Question : I am considering a breast-enlargement surgery. I am 35 years old and have had three children. Before my children, I was a 34C-cup bra size. After three pregnancies and breastfeeding, I am barely a B cup and my breasts are sagging. I just want the breast appearance that I had before children. Am… Read More

Question : I have inherited my father’s eyes! I am 42 years old with heavy upper eyelids and bags under my eyes. I am concerned that eyelid surgery will change the shape of my eyes and make me look like a different person. Is this possible? Answer: Eyelid surgery (Blepharoplasty) does not change the shape… Read More

Question: I had bariatric surgery for obesity 18 months ago. I have lost 125 pounds and now weigh 150 pounds. My weight has remained the same for the last 8 months. Everyone tells me how wonderful I look but I have a tremendous amount of sagging skin that I have to cover with my clothes…. Read More

Question: I am 47 years old and I am starting to get fullness under my chin, prominent creases around my mouth and crow’s feet around my eyes. I know that one day I will probably have a facelift, but I’m just not ready for the jump to major surgery yet. Is there anything that I… Read More

Question: I am 23 years old and have always been teased about the shape of my legs. My brother says that my legs look like stovepipes. I work out three times a week and am not overweight. I have used the Stairmaster and the gym’s leg machines religiously for years without attaining any definition to… Read More

Question: I recently saw the product Restylane has been approved by the FDA for lines and wrinkles. Is this product superior to collagen and Botox because it lasts longer? Answer: Your question has been frequently asked by many patients. You are confused as to the indications for these products. Restylane, which is hyaluronic acid, a… Read More

Question: My 14-year-old daughter has inherited my family’s nose. It is a large nose with a bump. She is very attractive but feels that her face is overwhelmed by her nose. This has bothered her for several years. Her father and I have decided that if she would like to have nasal surgery, we would… Read More

Question: I have been considering having breast enlargement surgery and recently saw a news report that silicone implants may soon get FDA approval for use again. Are silicone implants safer now than in the 90s when they were banned and are they better than saline? Answer: The reality is that silicone gel implants were never… Read More

Question: I am 42 years old and have sagging eyebrows. I cannot see my upper eyelids and it is worthless for me to attempt wearing eye shadow. This runs in my family. Will Botox lift my eyebrows or will I need surgery? Sincerely, J.D. Answer: Your question is important because it addresses two different types… Read More