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How To Deal with Unwanted Male Breasts (Male Breast Reduction)

For men, having enlarged breasts can come with a great deal of shame. It is common for men to engage in vigorous exercise to slim down in this area. However, if your enlarged breast tissue is caused by gynecomastia, losing weight may not be effective. Instead, consider male breast reduction, a procedure offered by experienced and trusted plastic surgeon, Dr. Greenwald. He has performed thousands of breast procedures and is ready to help you achieve excellent results.

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Reclaiming Your Confidence: Explore the Empowering Advantages of Mommy Makeover Surgery

Pregnancy can take a toll on a woman’s body, leaving her with cosmetic issues that may lead to feelings of insecurity. While consuming a healthy diet and engaging in rigorous exercise can help with overall weight after childbearing, it is not always enough to reshape the body. Dr. Greenwald offers surgical alternatives to help you reveal your ideal appearance. Your mommy makeover will be personalized to give you optimal results.

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3 Ways to Revitalize Your Dry Winter Skin

Winters in the Northern United States are incredibly harsh and dry, causing our New York patients to struggle with dry, irritated skin and a dull complexion. The low humidity and frigid temperatures strip the natural oils from your skin and worsen eczema and psoriasis. Keep your skin hydrated with a thick moisturizer, drink plenty of water, and call our board-certified plastic surgeon to discuss your skin health and cosmetic goals. (more…)

How to Eliminate Loose Skin Around Your Thighs

Many people struggle with loose, hanging skin around their thighs. As you age, your skin loses elasticity and can’t snap back into place as easily, which leads to sagging skin on the face and body. Men and women who have lost significant weight may struggle with loose skin and poor skin quality more than others. Hanging thigh skin is more noticeable after weight loss and often causes skin rashes, chafing, bleeding, and discoloration. Our board-certified plastic surgeon at Greenwald Plastic Surgery offers thigh lift to renew your lower body. (more…)

3 Warning Signs of Capsular Contracture with Breast Implants

Capsular contracture is a complication of breast augmentation that happens in some women. This issue occurs when the scar tissue around the breast implants hardens and constricts around the implant, causing visible breast distortions and discomfort. While there are risk factors for capsular contracture, it often happens during the healing process with no discernible cause. Dr. Joshua Greenwald in Carmel offers medication management and breast revision surgery for capsular contracture treatment. (more…)

Why Plastic Surgery Is a Personal Choice Only You Can Make

Men and women often consider plastic surgery while in a relationship and may see the procedure as a “gift” for their spouse or long-term partner. However, having invasive surgery is a deeply personal decision that should not be made to please someone else or on a whim. Whether you’ve always struggled with a crooked nose or are unhappy with your breasts and body after pregnancy, Dr. Joshua Greenwald can help you achieve your cosmetic goals, but the choice to enhance your features should be yours alone. (more…)

How Plastic Surgery Improves Your Body and Health After Bariatric Surgery

Bariatric surgery transforms lives, helping people lose as much as 50-77% of their excess body weight in as early as 12 months after surgery. People who lose weight after bariatric surgery typically have lower blood pressure, and other severe health conditions may improve, such as heart disease and diabetes. Some patients may find it easier to control their blood sugar levels at their newer, smaller size. Unfortunately, patients are often left with the visible remnants of obesity in the form of excess skin. Plastic surgery with Dr. Joshua Greenwald can remove excess skin after massive weight loss.  (more…)

Breast Reduction May Help If You Have These 7 Symptoms

Macromastia is the medical term for abnormally large breasts. The overgrowth of breast tissues is a common issue for female teenagers. However, excessive glandular tissue may also occur during pregnancy, due to a medication, or because of an unknown medical condition. Breast reduction, or reduction mammaplasty, is the only permanent way to improve painful symptoms caused by large breasts. (more…)

Why and When Do Men Choose Plastic Surgery for Their Face and Body?

Looking young and fit is a common concern for men, especially in their 30s and older, when wrinkles and the effects of smoking and sun exposure settle in. Appearing youthful benefits many areas of a man’s life, from more opportunities in their career to a wider dating pool. Men seek plastic surgery at all ages to enhance their face and body, but they have different goals than women. Male patients often want a balanced nose, facial rejuvenation, or a trimmer waistline; others may wish to address a medical condition, such as gynecomastia. Dr. Joshua Greenwald is a board-certified plastic surgeon offering a wide range of male plastic surgeries in Carmel. (more…)