Embarassment…Male breasts – gynecomastia

Male breast enlargement is socially a very embarassing problem for young men in high school and for older adult males.  It even has been dubbed “Man Boobs” to add insult to those who suffer from gynecomastia.  I received the below inquiry.  The name and...

Mona Lisa Smile

It’s interesting that medicine (Cosmetic surgery) is just as prone to marketing if not more so than ever before.  Recently featured on the popular TV show The Doctors was described the Mona Lisa Smile.  I watched the video clip and deduced that it...

Cardiac patient desires body contouring…

Although I have performed close to a thousand cosmetic procedures under local “tumescent” anesthesia without major medical incident patient selection/customization is very important.  Recently a satisfied SmartLipo patient referred her good friend for...

Breast Augmentation Costs and Under Arm technique

Recently through our blog  “Ask Dr. Tom” site the following question was asked:  “What is the average cost of breast enlargement? Is there a way that you go through from under your armpit? Thank you.” We are very proud to offer our patients...

Saggy Elbow Skin

Another interesting question posed to me on our KZST/KJZY Cosmetic info line came from a gentleman who has loose elbow skin.  His question/concern and my response are posted below: Question: Saggy skin at elbows Question: I’m 57 in good shape.  Problem is loose...