Published: February 26, 2021
If you have never undergone treatment with injectables before, you may be feeling anxious not knowing what to expect, and wondering if your procedure will be painful, uncomfortable, or invasive. Rest assured that getting BOTOX injections is a perfectly safe procedure with no downtime or recovery required. You will be in and out of the … Continue reading What can I expect at my first BOTOX appointment?
Read MorePublished: January 27, 2021
Kybella and Ultherapy are widely considered the best non-surgical treatments for submental fullness, i.e., a double chin. These procedures melt away the stubborn fat pockets under your chin to give you a contoured and chiseled jawline without surgeries, incisions, or downtime. If you’re feeling self-conscious about your double chin, you should definitely opt for non-surgical … Continue reading Which is Better: Kybella or Ultherapy?
Read MorePublished: October 27, 2020
A tummy tuck is one of the most popular cosmetic procedures used to sculpt your midsection and transform your body. During a tummy tuck procedure, the doctor repairs abdominal muscles, removes excess or sagging skin tissues, and removes excess fat tissues to give you an attractive midsection. However, a tummy tuck is a sculpting procedure, … Continue reading How much weight do you lose with a tummy tuck?
Read MorePublished: September 29, 2020
A tummy tuck, medically called an abdominoplasty, is a procedure used to enhance your tummy’s cosmetic appearance. This is achieved by combining various methods, such as repairing the stretched abdominal muscles, removing excess or unwanted skin flaps, removing excess fat tissues, and sculpting the abdomen for a firm and attractive appearance. However, since the tummy … Continue reading Does a tummy tuck lift your pubic area?
Read MorePublished: August 25, 2020
When considering breast augmentation, one of the most important considerations is how natural they look. You want a cosmetic procedure that will look natural on your body, mimicking the natural feel, texture, and bounce of real breasts. Modern cosmetic procedures and technologies have made it possible for you to achieve the perfect pair of natural-looking … Continue reading What type of breast implants look the most natural?
Read MorePublished: July 28, 2020
Pregnancy affects your body in more ways than you can imagine. Pregnancy, childbirth, breast-feeding, and the general mental stressors of motherhood leave an imprint on your physical body. Most women can’t help but feel a serious longing for their pre-pregnancy body. Mommy makeover turns that desire into reality. You don’t have to choose between motherhood … Continue reading What is included in a Mommy Makeover?
Read MorePublished: April 23, 2020
How long does laser hair removal last and how permanent is it? In short, the results from laser hair removal can last for years, and in some cases, forever. Laser hair removal is permanent when the targeted hair follicles are effectively destroyed during treatment. If the follicle is only damaged during treatment, hair may eventually … Continue reading How Long Does Laser Hair Removal Last?
Read MorePublished: March 24, 2020
A facelift is the ultimate anti-aging facial procedure – but you want it done right. With the most advanced surgical techniques, you can expect to look a decade younger for ten to fifteen years. At SGK, we offer a range of facial rejuvenation treatments that can help you prolong the results. What is a facelift? … Continue reading How Long Does a Facelift Last?
Read MorePublished: February 17, 2020
Injectable dermal fillers, especially those using hyaluronic acid, such as our FDA-approved Juvéderm line of products, rarely shift after treatment. The area treated may be massaged following the injections to help conform the gel to the surrounding tissues. What is a dermal filler? A dermal filler is a gel-like substance injected into the skin to … Continue reading Can Dermal Fillers Move?
Read MorePublished: December 10, 2019
Kybella does not tighten skin, but melts away excess under-chin fat, restoring youthful definition at the jawline. If your facial skin is still firm and elastic, it will contract on its own as the fatty deposits melt away. If your skin is looser, we can discuss the best approach for you. At SGK, we offer … Continue reading Does Kybella Tighten the Skin?
Read MoreSugene Kim, MD
Plastic Surgeon