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Question: I have some fine wrinkles and a few creases on my upper chest (just between and above my breasts). I’m really self-conscious of this, especially when I wear V-neck tops or dresses with straps. Is there anything that can be done to treat that area? Answer: The area you’re describing, known as the décolletage,… 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: 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

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: 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

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

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: 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

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

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