Lower Lid Blepharoplasty Approach

Posted by Dr. Joseph N. Togba, M.D. | Facial Plastic Surgery, Laser Skin Care Treatment

Transcutaneous vs. Transconjunctival?  2 very effective eyelid surgeries.  Use the snap test to determine which procedure is appropriate.
Q:  I had a couple of consultations for lower eyelid surgery and I got 2 recommendations.  One doctor recommended the transcutaneous approach and another the transconjunctival approach.  How do I know which one is the best choice for [...]

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Obagi, A Successful Treatment For Melasma

Posted by Dr. Joseph N. Togba, M.D. | Facial Plastic Surgery, Laser Skin Care Treatment

We all would like a youthful, healthier, evenly colored complexion, free of fine lines, wrinkles and blemishes.Obagi Nu-Derm, a prescriptive strength, clinically proven skin rejuvenation system, designed to reverse photodamage is a successful treatment for fine lines and also melasma.  Melasma, also called the “Pregnancy mask,” is hyperpigmentation that can occur in the cheeks, upper [...]

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How to Address Volume Loss in the Cheeks and Tear Troughs.

Posted by Dr. Joseph N. Togba, M.D. | Facial Plastic Surgery, Laser Skin Care Treatment

Q:  I have a sunken look to my under eye area and I am looking for a solution to fill my tear troughs.
A:  Your concern regarding the loss of volume in the tear troughs and cheeks is what drive many patients to seek a filler solution.  You have several options to consider:
1) hyaluronic acid fillers [...]

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Restylane Receives FDA Approval for Lips.


According to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, over a million and a half filler injections were performed in 2010.  Did you know that most facial fillers, such as Radiesse, Juvederm, Restylane and others that are FDA approved are approved for only the smile lines (Naso-labial folds)?  Some of the common off-label areas to inject [...]

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The American Society of Plastic Surgeons has constructed a must have checklist of questions to ask your plastic surgeon during a consultation.

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 [...]

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A Plastic Surgeon or Not?

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 [...]

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Top 3 comments I hear from patients after breast reduction surgery.

Over the past 11 years I have interviewed many women that have considered breast reduction and have walked many women through the surgical process from their first phone call to their last post-operative visit.  Recently, while sending out a breast reduction patient’s before and after photos I thought about some of the same comments [...]

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Zerona - An FDA Approved, Non-Invasive, Body Slimming, Low-Level Laser Treatment

We have tried it and here are our findings:
Zerona is a non-invasive low level laser treatment designed to reduce an average of 3.64 inches from areas such as the tummy, back, hips, thighs, buttocks, chin, neck and arms.  How does it work?  A pore is created in the fat cells by the laser allowing the [...]

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Is there a difference between laser liposuction and standard liposuction?

Posted by Dr. Joseph N. Togba, M.D. | Body Lift Surgery, Laser Skin Care Treatment

Q:  I saw another doctor who recommended liposuction for my belly pouch.  He said the laser would help tighten my skin as well as remove my excess fat.  Is there a difference between laser liposuction and regular liposuction?
 A:  Is there a difference between laser liposuction, ultrasonic assisted liposuction, and standard liposuction?  This is a good [...]

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Latisse - The new FDA approved Eyelash Treatment


Luscious, Long Lashes
That Are Not False
But Naturally Yours

Latisse is the new FDA approved eyelash treatment to lengthen, thicken and darken eyelashes.  If you want sultry, seductive lashes, this really works.  The company that makes this product is Allergan, the same people that bought us Botox.  One day our sales rep came into our office with [...]

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