Smoking Makes Nipples Fall Off? Dr. Paul Wigoda Says Yes!
Fort Lauderdale Plastic Surgeon Dr. Paul Wigoda confirms that smoking can make your nipples fall off after certain surgeries. "I encourage all my patients to quit smoking before surgery," said Dr. Wigoda who pioneered the technique painless breast implants. For decades the Surgeon General has warned that smoking can cause health complications. Yet the Center for Disease Control reports that 19% of Americans over the age of 18 smoke. Not only is smoking unhealthy in general and can lead to … [Read More...]
Dr. Wigoda’s Opinion: Suzanne Somers’ Stem Cell Face Lift
Suzanne Somers brings stem cells to the big screen with her recent appearance on the Dr. Oz show where she unveiled her recent stem cell breast surgery and discussed the stem cell face lift. Suzanne traveled to Japan to take part in an experimental procedure to preserve her breasts after a mastectomy. The doctors removed fat, blood and stem cells via a small needle from Ms. Somers' navel and put it through a centrifuge to separate the blood from the other needed “by-products.” The … [Read More...]
Dr. Wigoda Questions Lindsey Lohan: The Poster Girl for 20-Something Cosmetic Surgery Trend?
Fort Lauderdale plastic surgeons see all types of cosmetic surgery cases, but Dr. Paul Wigoda says, “Just because you can do a cosmetic surgery procedure, does not mean you should.” After spending a good portion of her young adulthood wrangling with addiction and legal ails, Lindsey Lohan is ready for a new life. To kick off her not so maiden voyage into a sober lifestyle, Lohan hangs up her party-girl ways and dons a new face, literally. There is no denying that Lohan has had work … [Read More...]
Dr. Wigoda’s Notes: Liposuction Vs. Tummy Tuck (Abdominoplasty) – What’s the Difference?
As the Florida economy warms up, so is the demand for beach body plastic surgery procedures such as lipo and tummy tucks. Fort Lauderdale plastic surgeon, Dr. Paul Wigoda, warns patients to do their homework first, learning the risks and potential results. Last year, the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery reported almost 9.5 million cosmetic procedures; with Liposuction being the second most popular choice for women. “People need to educate themselves on the difference between … [Read More...]
Dr. Wigoda Agrees: Experts Say Early Facelifts Lead to Longer, Better Results
Most people under 50 think they are too young for plastic surgery. A recent study published in the Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery journal, however, indicates that people in this age group will actually achieve better and longer-lasting results from plastic surgery if they get it before they turn 50. Researchers Dr. Tom S Liu and John Q. Owsley of the California Pacific Medical Center analyzed patient satisfaction ratings and photographs of plastic surgery patients in three age groups: … [Read More...]
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Dr. Wigoda’s Opinion: Suzanne Somers’ Stem Cell Face Lift
Suzanne Somers brings stem cells to the big screen with her recent appearance on the Dr. Oz show where she unveiled her recent stem cell breast surgery and discussed the stem cell face lift. Suzanne traveled to Japan to take part in an experimental procedure to preserve her breasts after a mastectomy. The doctors removed fat, blood and stem … [Read More...]
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Dr. Wigoda Questions Lindsey Lohan: The Poster Girl for 20-Something Cosmetic Surgery Trend?
Fort Lauderdale plastic surgeons see all types of cosmetic surgery cases, but Dr. Paul Wigoda says, “Just because you can do a cosmetic surgery procedure, does not mean you should.” After … [Read More...]
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Dr. Wigoda Agrees: Experts Say Early Facelifts Lead to Longer, Better Results
Most people under 50 think they are too young for plastic surgery. A recent study published in the Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery journal, however, indicates that people in this age group will … [Read More...]
