Posted August 11, 2011 in Smartlipo®
At my Pasadena plastic surgery office I am often asked “What is this new SmartLipo procedure and how is it different from regular liposuction? SmartLipo Triplex is the most advanced laser-assisted lipolysis system available. This technology has been developing for a few years and now it blends three laser wavelengths to assist in tightening the […]
Read MorePosted August 10, 2011 in Non-Surgical Procedures, Uncategorized
In a shaky financial climate the media tends to focus on consumers financial decisions and label them as either” poor decisions” or “great investments”. It is easy for many to look at cosmetic plastic surgery as a poor financial decision. However, regardless of the economy ,over the years patients repeatedly have reported some of the […]
Read MorePosted August 09, 2011 in News & Research, Rhinoplasty
Sleeping disorders specifically problems breathing while asleep are a concern for many people. Beside the life threatening implications sleep deprivation can also be an issue. Some patients do not have a sleep disorder but rather nasal obstruction which causes difficulty breathing. In some cases insurance may not cover correcting the issue which often leads the […]
Read MorePosted August 08, 2011 in Uncategorized
As new information becomes available one study reports that a brow lift may actually help prevent migraine headaches. Of note Botox has been reported as effective for this use for quite some time. In a recent local news story it was not clear as to whether the brow lift needed to be combined with Botox […]
Read MorePosted August 07, 2011 in News & Research
The effects of dieting beyond losing weight can be very damaging. This not only applies to your health but also to your appearance. Dr. O’Toole explains to patients after having surgeries including abdominoplasty, liposuction, or breast augmentation that weight gain can affect their results after surgery. Patients who have body contouring procedures sometime mistakenly believe that […]
Read MorePosted August 04, 2011 in Uncategorized
Although not FDA approved, counterfeit morning-after pills may have made their way into our local market. They could pose a problem for young women, including those considering procedures such as breast augmentation or liposuction. Dr. O’Toole and his staff explain to patients that a pregnancy test is given the morning of surgery by the surgery […]
Read MorePosted August 03, 2011 in Uncategorized
It is a commonly held belief that having a good cry will make you feel better. A new study, has proven this is not the case. It is common for women to tell Dr. O’Toole that they are discouraged with certain areas relating to their appearance. Patients considering breast augmentation sometimes share that they have […]
Read MorePosted August 02, 2011 in Cosmetic Injectables, Fillers and Injectables, News & Research, Skin Treatment, Skincare
It will not come as a surprise to many that eating healthy foods can be costly. Fruit and vegetables, because they are perishable, would not cost the same as a product with a shelflife lasting months. It is certainly worth the extra investment not only for your health but also for your appearance. It has […]
Read MorePosted August 01, 2011 in News & Research
Pregnant women these days are given recommendations for supplements that are intended to benefit the baby. DHA – short for docosahexaenoic acid – is an omega-3 fatty acid found in fish oil and other natural sources. This supplement is recommended to boost among other things the development of the baby’s brain. The health of the […]
Read MorePosted July 31, 2011 in Breast Lift, Uncategorized
We have all heard the old saying something is better than nothing. This appears to be true when referring to exercise programs. Dr.
