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What Mommy Makeover Can (And Can’t) Accomplish

Mommy makeover is an extraordinary opportunity for mothers that want to reclaim the appearance they enjoyed prior to having children. Treatment involves combining plastic surgery procedures to address the areas of the body affected by pregnancy and nursing.

Dr. Joshua Greenwald feels that setting the right expectations about what mommy makeover can and cannot accomplish is linked to overall patient satisfaction. In this post, he hopes he can clear up some questions prospective candidates may have about the treatment. (more…)

Written by on June 8, 2017

Does Botox Improve Symptoms of Depression?

Botox, one of the most recognizable products in the cosmetic medicine industry, is used primarily to minimize signs of facial aging. Physicians can also use the popular injectable to stop excessive sweating and ease the pain of migraine headaches. And now, the manufacturers of Botox (Allergan) believe they have found a new use for the neurotoxin: to improve the symptoms of depression.

Dr. Joshua Greenwald, who offers Botox for anti-aging purposes at his New York City plastic surgery practice, explains more in this post. (more…)

Written by on May 24, 2017

Can the Effects of Dermal Fillers Be Reversed?

Dermal fillers are a helpful way for those that are starting to see signs of aging, but don’t yet need surgical intervention. They can be used to fill in deep wrinkles and creases, and restore youthful looking volume to the temples, cheeks and lips. When administered by a plastic surgeon or a qualified nurse or physician’s assistant, dermal fillers deliver beautiful, natural looking results.

Most of the patients that seek dermal filler treatment are delighted with their results. In spite of their high success rate, there is still a small chance that a patient won’t like the filler results or they may react poorly to the product.

In those scenarios, is it possible for Dr. Greenwald to reverse the effects of filler treatment? (more…)

Written by on May 9, 2017

Common Aesthetic Concerns among Men

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There’s a common misconception that plastic surgery is performed exclusively for women. If the waiting room in Dr. Joshua Greenwald’s office is any indication of the typical plastic surgeon’s demographic, this information is highly inaccurate.

Virtually every day, Dr. Greenwald meets men that want cosmetic treatment to look as good as they feel. In this post, the plastic surgeon sheds light on the most common aesthetic concerns among his male patients. (more…)

Written by on April 24, 2017

Reshape Your Body in Time for Summer

Are you looking forward to showing off a slim, sexy physique on a weekend in the Hamptons or a vacation down to Florida? If diet and exercise have failed to give you the figure you desire, body sculpting with New York plastic surgeon Joshua Greenwald can help. The key is to plan your surgery far enough in advance so you are ready in time for the beach or pool. Here’s why Dr. Greenwald encourages you to act today in order to enjoy a beautiful bikini body come summer. (more…)

Written by on April 9, 2017

How Dr. Greenwald Can Create a More Attractive Facial Profile

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Some people feel self-conscious of their facial side profile from a young age, whereas others are disappointed to watch the effects of aging obscure it over time. Regardless of the cause of your specific concerns, Dr. Joshua Greenwald offers a variety of procedures that can help you achieve a beautiful and youthful looking facial profile. Read on to learn more about how the plastic surgeon can rejuvenate specific areas of the face for a more desirable profile. (more…)

Written by on March 25, 2017

What Not To Do the Night before Your Breast Augmentation

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These days there is an abundance of information available for women wanting to properly prepare for breast augmentation surgery. Most of it focuses on what you can do to prep your body for the operation. This is only one side of the coin. Knowing what not to do is just as important!

Here, Joshua Greenwald, MD, leading New York City Board Certified plastic surgery specialist, shares what not to do the night before your breast augmentation surgery. (more…)

Written by on March 10, 2017

Breast Augmentation & Nipples: What You Need to Know

It is very common for women having breast augmentation to wonder how the procedure will affect the shape of their nipples (if at all). To satisfy inquiring minds, Dr. Joshua Greenwald has compiled a piece addressing these common questions.

But before diving into the “Q & As,” Dr. Greenwald wants to clarify the proper vernacular. What most women refer to as the nipple is actually the nipple-areola complex (NAC). The nipple is the anatomical feature projecting from the center of the nipple-areola complex that delivers milk to a nursing baby and becomes erect upon stimulation. The areola is the pigmented skin surrounding the nipple. (more…)

Written by on February 23, 2017

Preventing “Sleep Wrinkles”

Slowing down the aging process is always a popular topic among Dr. Joshua Greenwald’s patients. Many want to know how they can minimize these pesky lines and prevent future lines from forming. Dr. Greenwald offers insight into what are known as “sleep wrinkles,” explaining how they are different from expression wrinkles and the steps to take to minimize them. (more…)

Written by on February 8, 2017

How to Attain an Hourglass Figure

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A round and curvy hourglass is considered by many to be the most desirable female body shape. Unfortunately, very few women are born with or develop an hourglass shape all on their own. Patients trust to help them achieve a classic hourglass figure with a generous bust, curvaceous lower body and well-defined waistline. Here, Dr. Greenwald outlines the procedures that give patients the physique they request. (more…)

Written by on January 24, 2017