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7 Min Read: Some women go into their breast augmentation consultation with the expectation that their future breast implants will be with them forever.  Therefore, they are surprised to hear that those implants may not be as permanent as they previously thought.  Breast implants, like any other human-made object, are not foolproof and not immune […]

4 Min Read Many men and women can relate to the feeling of wanting to lose a couple of pounds.  This would allow their clothes to fit a little looser and/or allow them to feel a bit better about the physique that they see when looking in the mirror.  Body contouring procedures allow patients to […]

2 min read Breast reduction surgery is known for yielding one of the highest satisfaction rates of all plastic surgery procedures. Why is this? Breast reduction is usually performed to ease the physical pain, emotional trauma, and unwanted attention that can be caused by having overly large breasts. These complaints are not limited to adults; […]

4 Min Read Excess, unwanted breast tissue develops in both women and men.  While increases in breast volume can occur at any time in response to weight fluctuations and lifestyle changes, a substantial increase is commonly due to changes in hormones.  Many women and men experience significant breast development in their teenage years when they […]

3 Minute Read:  Breast reconstruction is something that no woman wants to confront. Unfortunately, it is a sad realization for far too many. Breast reconstruction improves the patient’s level of self-esteem and quality of life. Breast reconstruction rebuilds and resculpts the breast/s after mastectomy or other breast cancer treatment. What Are Your Reconstruction Options? Depending […]

2 Min Read Individuals who are interested in rejuvenating their faces want to find the procedure that is best for their needs. Facial treatment options range from surgical to non-invasive, and sometimes it may be hard to choose. Dr. Joshua Halpern approaches facial rejuvenation based on his artistic background as an art student from the […]

5 Min Read Have you heard of a Mommy Makeover? Well, now mothers are not the only ones getting into the plastic surgery game after the trials of raising a child. More men are turning to plastic surgery to enhance their physical contour and facial appearance. This is becoming known as a Daddy Do-Over.  While […]

2 min read Rhinoplasty has been around for millennia, and since its inception, numerous new strategies and techniques have been developed to refine the procedure. A common contemporary practice among plastic surgeons is to use packing during recovery. Having performed rhinoplasty for many years on patients from all over the world, Dr. Joshua Halpern has […]

Large or small, high profile or low profile, smooth or textured, round or shaped… these are just a few of the debates that women have before selecting the ideal breast implants for themselves. While choosing the shape of your implants is one of these important decisions, a recent study shows that shape may not matter […]

Having a masculine physique is of the utmost importance to many men. Unfortunately, a condition known as gynecomastia can give men excess breast fat and breast tissue that interferes with this image. Gynecomastia can be highly embarrassing and can inhibit men from feeling confident and comfortable in their bodies. Male breast reduction surgery can get […]