The quest for a slim, contoured jawline continues to be in popular pursuit, even more so with the latest plastic surgery fad – buccal fat removal. Dating back to the 1930s, this cosmetic procedure surgically removes the fat between the cheekbone and jawbone to reveal a more defined facial structure. The fat is typically removed by making an incision inside the cheek near the back molars and is then closed with sutures or stitches. Although buccal fat removal is noted ... Continue Reading
Chin implants are a popular addition to patients’ choice of plastic surgery procedures that can enhance your facial proportions and revitalize your overall appearance. Our plastic surgeon, Andrew Cohen, MD, was recently featured in an article on PopSugar’s website, where he detailed the benefits of chin implants and what the procedure entails. At Dr. Cohen’s plastic surgery practice, his team offers a wide variety of body, breast, and facial procedures, including breast augmentation, breast lifts, facelifts, rhinoplasty, liposuction, and abdominoplasty, ... Continue Reading
Jowls are characterized by sagging skin and tissue along the jawline, and they develop in most people as they get older. Although incredibly common, jowls tend to be an aesthetic concern for many people, due to creating a more aged facial appearance with reduced chin and jawline definition. For those wanting to tighten and lift jowling in their lower face, there are a number of treatment options available. Non-surgical solutions may be a sufficient treatment method for those with mild ... Continue Reading
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
