August 28, 2015Dr. George Bitar, MD, FACSCosmetic Surgery Articles—No Comments When you think of plastic surgery procedures that are commonly performed after a patient loses a significant amount of weight, you might think of thigh lifts or tummy tucks. Procedures such as a facelift are usually associated with anti-aging, not…
August 21, 2015Dr. George Bitar, MD, FACSMedspa Articles—No Comments Fat can be a complicated subject. There are some areas of the body where having extra fat is undesirable, such as the abdomen and thighs. People do what they can to minimize fat in those areas, from watching what they…
August 14, 2015Dr. George Bitar, MD, FACSMedspa Articles—No Comments When it comes to plastic surgery and non-surgical injections such as Botox or Juvederm, the law isn’t necessarily on your side. That’s because almost any doctor can legally offer certain services, such as injectables, at his or her practice, regardless…
July 24, 2015Dr. George Bitar, MD, FACSCosmetic Surgery Articles—No Comments Plastic surgery can be a hot button issue for some. It becomes more controversial when people start discussing whether it is an option for people under age 20. While some will remain adamantly against surgery for teens, there is room…
July 17, 2015Dr. George Bitar, MD, FACSMedspa Articles—No Comments Those first few wrinkles and fine lines are starting to get to you, so you’ve decided that now’s the time to get your feet wet and try injectables for the first time. But, the sheer number of injectables available, from…
July 10, 2015Dr. George Bitar, MD, FACSCosmetic Surgery Articles—No Comments Congratulations! You’ve undergone rhinoplasty and are now on your way to a new you. Proper recovery is crucial to ensure optimal results and the healing process. Dr. Bitar, board-certified plastic surgeon has put together these do’s and don’t tips for…
July 3, 2015Dr. George Bitar, MD, FACSCosmetic Surgery Articles—No Comments Facial aging doesn’t happen in the same way for everyone. Some might notice their necks and chins starting to age before the rest of their face, while others might see signs of aging near their eyes or forehead first. Just…
June 18, 2015Dr. George Bitar, MD, FACSCosmetic Surgery Articles—No Comments Deciding to have plastic surgery is just the first step. In many cases, a successful surgery depends in large part on the amount of planning you do beforehand. Making changes to your lifestyle can help improve your outcome, and doing…