In the quest to find the right plastic surgeon, it is a good idea to have at least 2 consultations before deciding on which plastic surgeon is the best fit to meet your cosmetic goals.  The American Society of Plastic Surgeons, (ASPS) has published an article, “Questions to ask my plastic surgeon,” http://www.plasticsurgery.org/articles-and-galleries/patient-and-consumer-information/patient-safety.html?sub=Questions%20to%20ask%20my%20plastic%20surgeon.  This is [...]

Q:  I had liposuction of the neck several years ago with a great outcome, but now I notice my neck skin is starting to sag.  What can I do?
A:  Liposuction of the neck successfully removes the excess fat in the region that causes bulging.  The process causes some scarring that may improve mild skin sagging of the region.  [...]

The decision to have a plastic or reconstructive procedure is not a small matter.  In our quest to find the best plastic surgeon to perform our most desired plastic surgery procedure, be it a facelift or a tummy tuck, we often refer to the internet and start with an on-line search.  In the past, it [...]

Dear Dr.Togba
Q.  I’ve been into your nice office and seen your patient counselor. Your pictures of breast augmentation results look very natural. Do you use different shaped implants?
A. Dr.Togba. There are many variations of implants: anatomical round, teardrop, textured, and smooth. The choice depends upon the body type, the breast shape, and the patient’s [...]

Dear Dr. Togba,
Q.  I get the impression that cosmetic plastic surgery is something just for the ladies. Is that correct?
A. Not at all. Men have been availing themselves of cosmetic procedures in increasing numbers. They now account for 9% of all cosmetic surgery procedures in the United States. The most popular procedure for men is [...]