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Gynecomastia: More Than a Cosmetic Concern

When “breast reduction surgery” is mentioned, most people associate the procedure with females who have excessively large and often uncomfortable breasts. However, it can also be helpful to males with gynecomastia, or enlarged breasts. (more…)

New NeoGraft™ Device Improves Hair Transplants for New York Patients

Dr. Joshua Greenwald is pleased to announce the addition of the NeoGraft automated hair transplant system to his practice. NeoGraft, a new European medical device now available in the U.S., can dramatically improve hair transplant surgery for both male and female patients. Dr. Greenwald is one of the first medical practices in New York to offer NeoGraft to patients. (more…)

Are Selfie’s Influencing Plastic Surgery Trends?

It was the selfie seen around the world when Oscar host, Ellen Degeneres tweeted a picture of Hollywood A-listers gathered together and snapped by Academy Award nominated actor (and amateur photographer) – Bradley Cooper. The image went viral, with 1.3 million retweets in the first hour and became the most retweeted photo in Twitter history ever (over 3.3 million and counting). (more…)

Options for Treating Vertical Upper Lip Lines

Over time, exposure to sun, pollutants, smoking or the natural aging process can take a toll on the face, causing wrinkles and a loss of facial volume, among other visible signs of aging. One of the peskier problems that can occur is the appearance of vertical lines above the upper lip, also known as vertical rhytids. These vertical upper lip lines are bothersome not only because they are a reflection of the aging process but because they can affect makeup application. For instance, if you have vertical upper lip lines, you may have noticed that applying lipstick causes the lipstick color to bleed into these lines. (more…)

How Long Will My Facelift Last?

Undergoing facelift surgery — or any type of surgery — is a significant undertaking, one that should not be considered lightly. Facelift surgery requires a substantial recovery period and carries with it certain inherent surgical risks. On the other hand, facelift plastic surgery is an effective way to improve the look of wrinkles, loose skin that has lost elasticity, displaced fat, a loss of volume and a host of other signs of aging that can develop on the face. (more…)

Questions to Ask During a Breast Augmentation Consultation

At the New York area plastic surgery practice of Joshua A. Greenwald, MD, we realize that although the decision to pursue cosmetic breast augmentation surgery is an exciting one, it is only the first step in achieving your ideal breasts. There is a lot of information to sort through, and you may feel overwhelmed. Don’t worry; we can help. Here are some important questions to ask during your breast augmentation consultation. (more…)

Give the Gift of Cosmetic Treatment

If you are looking for the perfect gift to give a loved one for the holidays,  cosmetic surgery provider Dr. Joshua Greenwald has an idea for you: Treat your loved one to the cosmetic procedure they have been hinting about. Thanks to the wide range of cosmetic surgery and nonsurgical treatment options that Dr. Greenwald offers, there is an appropriate cosmetic procedure for everyone. The following are some of our most popular cosmetic treatment options.

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What are the Causes of Chin and Neck Fat?

As time passes, certain factors such as frequent exposure to the sun’s harsh ultraviolet rays, genetics or the natural aging process can adversely affect the appearance of, not only the face, but the neck as well. Over time, the skin loses its elastic quality. Fat cells become displaced. Muscles lose their tone. Eventually, this can cause the skin to hang off the neck or off the area under the chin, resulting in the dreaded appearance of neck fat.

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Nipple Sensation and Breast Augmentation Surgery

If you are considering breast augmentation surgery, you may be wondering whether the procedure will affect sensation in your nipples. Breast augmentation surgery involves making an incision in or near each breast, and placing breast implants either under the glandular (breast) tissue or under the pectoral (chest) muscle, thus subjecting the tissue and nerves in the area to a certain degree of trauma. So, loss of nipple sensation following breast augmentation surgery is a valid concern. Below, Dr. Joshua Greenwald, a leading New York City plastic surgeon, shares his insight on the matter. (more…)