Reconstructive & Plastic Surgery Blog

Sun…Fun…and Scalpels?

Published on February 15, 2015 by

Bargain Hunters Beware! Understanding why lipo-tourism is an attractive option for those seeking plastic surgery is not difficult. Who would not be interested in combining what many believe to be “minor” surgery with travel to an exotic destination at a

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Breast Implants…The (Gummy) Bear Necessities

Published on February 1, 2015 by

Cohesive Gel… Form Stable… and Gummy Bears…Oh My!   Cohesive gel?…Form stable?…Gummy Bear?…What do these terms have in common? With the recent introduction and FDA approval of the next generation of Breast Implants, the attention of patients, physicians and the

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Knowledge is Power…5 big questions for the potential patient?

Published on January 12, 2015 by

What to ask before undergoing cosmetic surgery? 1. Do the benefits exceed the risks? This is a real surgical procedure with real medical/surgical risks. Potential patient should be very familiar with the procedure in question as well potential benefits and

Breast Reconstruction Can Ease the Emotional Stress of the Mastectomy Process

Published on August 3, 2014 by

While it is a relief when those affected with cancer are free from it, the trauma causes to the body takes more time to heal. Often, the trauma causes depression, because some parts of the body might have been removed

Taking Care of Skin Cancer with the Help of Mohs Surgery

Published on July 14, 2014 by

Skin cancer can be treated and is curable, particularly if detected early. One of the treatment options for skin cancer is Mohs surgery. Traditional Treatment Traditional treatment for skin cancer has relied on the doctor’s intuition to a great extent.

DIEP flaps for Breast Reconstruction

Published on August 30, 2012 by

So many patients are now asking for DIEP flap reconstruction during mastectomies. We have established a DIEP flap program here in Rockland County NY at Good Samaritan Hospital. We work with a comprehensive team of Breast Surgeons, Microsurgeons, Anesthesiologists and

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Saline vs. Silicone Breast Implants

Published on March 25, 2012 by

Dr. Lawrence S. Glassman Saline Implants vs. Silicone Implants Which is the best implant for you? Let’s make it Simple… In 2011 Breast Augmentation was the most common plastic surgical procedure for woman. Most patients come to my office asking

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Welcome!

Published on February 13, 2012 by

Welcome to my blog! Within this regularly updated feature of my website, I will provide visitors with practice news and specials, as well as information regarding the most recent technological advances and new treatments in Plastic Surgery. I believe that

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