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Dr. Cohen is asked frequently to help patients with interesting and unique surgical problems. He brings unique and creative solutions to a difficult problem in this recent surgery of a young woman who had piercings on her cheeks. She had piercings done when she was younger and now is a professional who would like to have them removed. Unfortunately, facial plastic surgery is the only answer. Once the piercing is removed, the skin on the cheek and the tunnel to ... Continue Reading

Cosmetic injectables are a popular option for men and women wanting to smooth unwanted facial lines and wrinkles without having to undergo a surgical procedure. There are multiple different types of injectables available that can address these unwanted signs of aging, with two of the most common being BOTOX Cosmetic and dermal fillers. While each type of injectable can provide beautiful results for the right candidates, each one works in a different way and, therefore, treats different concerns. As a ... Continue Reading

Allergan®, one of the leading breast implant manufacturers, has recently issued a global recall for its BIOCELL® textured breast implants and expanders. These products have been linked to a rare form of cancer known as Breast Implant-Associated Anaplastic Large Cell Lymphoma (BIA-ALCL). This has been a popular news story lately, as numerous women already have these implants, while others may be considering them for an upcoming procedure. Our board-certified plastic surgeon, Dr. Andrew Cohen, had the opportunity to educate the ... Continue Reading

Our very own plastic surgeon, Dr. Andrew Cohen, was recently featured in Ventura Blvd magazine as part of its list of 2019 Top Doctors. In his profile, Dr. Cohen was interviewed about his specialty and what makes his role as a plastic surgeon so rewarding. Take a look at the article to read what Dr. Cohen had to say about his passion for changing people’s lives through plastic surgery. Dr. Cohen in Ventura Blvd Magazine

The cosmetic surgery industry has continued to advance over the years, with new technologies making procedures safer and more effective. From people using social media to show off their results, to lasers and microsurgery creating beautiful results with shorter recovery times, there’s no doubt cosmetic treatments have become more convenient and more appealing for men and women. In a recent article on Cosmetic Town—an online resource featuring medical journals, patient reviews, and news—our plastic surgeon, Dr. Andrew Cohen, was interviewed ... Continue Reading

Dr. Andrew Cohen answers frequently asked questions about breast implants: 1. What is your latest preference for breast implants? My latest preference is the Allergan INSPIRA® implants. These are fantastic gel implants that I prefer because of the styles and shapes. I prefer a round smooth implant and this comes in a moderate or full implant. 2. Why do you like the full implant so much? The SRF (smooth round full) Natrelle® implant from Allergan has really been my go-to ... Continue Reading

Our own Dr. Andrew Cohen recently sat down for an interview with health and lifestyle website ConnectWithLife.com to offer interesting insights into some of the things individuals should be aware of before having breast augmentation surgery. Dr. Cohen answered a number of frequently asked questions about the procedure, from how to choose the right implant to how he determines whether a patient is a good candidate for breast augmentation. In the article, Dr. Cohen explained the consultation process and the ... Continue Reading

On today’s blog, Dr. Andrew Cohen answers some of the most frequently asked questions about breast reduction surgery: Will I be getting a lift as part of a breast reduction? The answer is yes. The breast tissue and the skin are removed and the nipple and the areola are raised to a higher location. The lift is a part of the breast reduction procedure. Will I have scars? I prefer the Wise Pattern incision which is a T-incision. This is ... Continue Reading

Here in America we have three implant companies to choose from (Allergan, Mentor® and Sientra) for our breast augmentation patients. I prefer to use the Allergan implants because I like the styles and shapes that they provide. Recently, within the last two months, Allergan has introduced their new implants called the Allergan Inspira™ silicone gel implants. I have used these new implants now for the past two months and have placed them into about 30 patients. These new implants have ... Continue Reading