Body aesthetic procedures are continually improving, thanks to the development of innovative medical technologies that can minimize scarring and speed recovery times. Dr. Joseph Gryskiewicz explains how one new innovation, in particular, can benefit patients seeking a body lift or other body contouring surgeries. Read the full story

Eye wrinkles, dark circles, and bags under the eyes can make a person look tired and worn out. Fortunately, a host of newly developed non-surgical cosmetic treatments for the eye can help patients achieve a more rested and youthful look with very natural results. They also cost less and require less down time than more invasive procedures, like an eyebrow lift or face lift. Board certified plastic surgeon Dr. Haideh Hirmand explains how dermal fillers, like Juvederm and Restylane, can take years off a person’s face. She also addresses possible complications of these types of procedures, and offers advice on finding the most qualified practitioner, in this interview from the 2009 Aesthetic Meeting of the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery. Read the full story

Body dismorphic disorder causes a person to be excessively preoccupied with part of their appearance, to the point that it severely affects their self-esteem or interferes with their daily activities. Of course, if you are considering plastic surgery, odds are there is something about your appearance you don’t like or want to correct. So, how do you know if you just want to improve how you look, or you’re obsessing? Dr. Trish Henrie specializes in pre-surgery psychological screening for plastic surgery patients, and in this interview from the 2009 Aesthetic Meeting of the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, she explains the symptoms of body dysmorphic disorder, and how doctors and prospective patients can make the distinction. Read the full story

Learn how fat injection buttock augmentation can help you trim problem areas while creating a high, rounded buttock silhouette in this interview with board certified plastic surgeon Dr. Adam Rubinstein from the 2009 Aesthetic Meeting of the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery. Read the full story

Eyelid surgery (blepharoplasty) can be used to correct hollows around the eyes, loose skin, and fine lines and wrinkles. Now, new surgical techniques are enabling doctors to make these improvements without giving patients a “pulled” look, but instead achieving a natural effect where patients look youthful and rested. Board certified plastic surgeon Dr. Brett Snyder explains several new trends in lower eyelid surgery in this interview from the 2009 Aesthetic Meeting of the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, and what doctors have learned about facial aging. Read the full story

Cosmetic GYN procedures, such as labiaplasty (labia majora reduction), are becoming increasingly popular among women in their 20s, 30s and 40s. In this interview from the 2009 Aesthetic Meeting of the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, board certified plastic surgeon Dr. Christine Hamori discusses the influences behind the growing trend, the risks and benefits of cosmetic GYN procedures, and how to find the most qualified doctor. She also explains how procedures such as labiaplasty are performed, and the recovery time involved. Read the full story

SmoothShapes Cellulite Technology uses a combination of suction and laser energy to break up cellulite and give skin a smooth, toned appearance and texture. Board certified plastic surgeon Dr. Michael Kulick shares the results of a lengthy scientific review of this innovative cellulite treatment and explains in detail how the SmoothShapes® technology works in this interview segment from the 2009 Aesthetic Meeting of the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery. Read the full story

Facial fillers and neurotoxins (also called neuromodulators) are some of the hottest cosmetic surgery products on the market today. Learn how these treatments can help minimize wrinkles and reduce the signs of aging, and what new technologies are coming down the pike in this interview with board certified plastic surgeon Dr. Z. Paul Lorenc from the 2009 Aesthetic Meeting of the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery. Read the full story

Facial rejuvenation can make a patient look years younger, and doctors are continually improving the techniques and technologies for better outcomes. Dr. Patrick Sullivan discusses new eye enhancement techniques to reduce puffiness, minimize dark circles, and correct the sunken in appearance of the upper eyelids in this interview from the 2009 Aesthetic Meeting of the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery. Read the full story

What is body contouring? Dr. James Grotting explains the different types of procedures, and how patients can reduce their risk of complications and get optimal results from their surgery Read the full story