New York City plastic surgeon Dr. Joshua Greenwald recently attended the Mentor Corporation’s 2013 LEAD Conference in Los Angeles, Calif. He was one of an elite group of only 35 plastic surgeons in the nation to be invited to the prestigious event. (more…)
What Is BRA Day?
Breast Reconstruction Day, or BRA Day, is an initiative intended to encourage education and awareness about breast reconstruction following mastectomy, a surgical treatment for breast cancer that involves removing a patient’s breast tissue. Breast cancer patients may not know this, but they have a number of breast reconstruction options, many of which New York City plastic surgeon Dr. Joshua Greenwald can customize to accommodate each patient’s type of cancer, unique anatomy and aesthetic desires. (more…)
Although many people use the terms “cosmetic surgeon” and “plastic surgeon” interchangeably, a cosmetic surgeon is not necessarily the same as a plastic surgeon. If you are considering plastic surgery, it is crucial to know the difference between the two terms. That way, you have all the information needed to evaluate a surgeon’s qualifications properly before making the decision to pursue plastic surgery treatment with him (or her). Here, New York City plastic surgeon Dr. Joshua Greenwald explains the difference between a plastic surgeon and a cosmetic surgeon. (more…)
You may already realize that choosing a board-certified plastic surgeon (such a Joshua A. Greenwald) is an important factor in obtaining safe cosmetic surgery treatment and attractive results. However, some people may not realize how important it is to make sure that the plastic surgeon’s operating facility is accredited by an authorized organization. Finding an accredited plastic surgery facility is not difficult if you know what to look for. Here are some guidelines to help you. (more…)
Those who decide to undergo plastic surgery obviously want to look better — younger, svelte, more voluptuous or more proportionate — but they do not necessarily want to look like they have had “work done.” Everyone knows what bad cosmetic surgery results look like: a face that is stretched too tight or lips that look unnaturally large. But how does one avoid ending up with an unnatural-looking plastic surgery outcome? (more…)
The cost of plastic surgery is one factor most patients need to consider when deciding whether or not to pursue a specific cosmetic surgery procedure. The cost of cosmetic surgery varies depending on the type of procedure and the plastic surgeon’s geographic location. There are also several other variables that can come into play. (more…)
You may be familiar with the concept of mommy makeover surgery, which is not a specific surgery but rather a combination of multiple surgical procedures designed to make over moms who have excess, lax skin and weakened muscles in the midsection, and smaller, flatter or droopier breasts, all due to child rearing. However, do you know what “daddy makeover” surgery is? If not, read on to find out. (more…)
Plastic surgery New York provider Joshua A. Greenwald, MD, FACS, was recently appointed chief of the division of plastic surgery at White Plains Hospital in White Plains, N.Y. Referring to Dr. Greenwald and a few of his distinguished colleagues, Michael Palumbo, M.D., executive vice president and medical director at White Plains Hospital said, “I’m so pleased that these talented physicians will be expanding their roles into the leadership of the Hospital. (more…)
Most everyone knows that smoking can lead to a host of negative consequences, including an increased risk of cancer, vascular disease (heart and circulatory problems) and emphysema. Smoking also causes signs of premature aging such as decreased skin elasticity, which can lead to wrinkles and sagging skin. (more…)
It is becoming increasingly popular for teenagers who are embarrassed with a certain body part to request plastic surgery to correct the bothersome physical trait. Skeptics say that it is inappropriate for those under the age of 18 to undergo plastic surgery. Nonetheless, there is an emerging consensus among plastic surgery professionals and parents that certain cosmetic surgery procedures may be fine for teens — if the teen fits certain criteria. Read on to find out what you should know about teen plastic surgery. (more…)
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