Making Sense of Current Breast Surgery Statistics

Every now and again, I like to dive into plastic surgery statistics to help attain a fuller picture of the cosmetic surgery industry at large. I’m especially interested in the annual statistical report released by the Aesthetic Society and their specific date regarding cosmetic breast surgery. Keeping tabs on these trends allows me to help

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Ask Dr. Whiteman: Understanding Eyelid Surgery

We’ve all heard the old saying that eyes are the windows to the soul. They can also be the key to reducing many of the most common signs of facial aging. Considering their naturally expressive nature and their prominent location on the face, our eyes are often the first thing other people notice when they

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Ask Dr. David Whiteman: December 2021

Before we say goodbye to 2021, I wanted to take one last time to answer some common plastic surgery questions for my patients. Although I believe that there is no such thing as a “bad” time for cosmetic rejuvenation, it’s true that the winter season does provide some unique advantages for many plastic surgery patients.

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How To Stop Feeling Anxious About Your Upcoming Plastic Surgery

In my decades of performing cosmetic surgery procedures, one thing that has remained very common is the fear that some patients have about going into surgery. Anxiety before plastic surgery is perfectly natural, even as the years have gone on and technical advancements in the field have made undergoing cosmetic surgery safer than ever before.

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Using a Tummy Tuck to Rejuvenate Your Waistline

Reducing the waistline is one of the most common reasons for patients to seek out cosmetic surgery. The waist can be a tricky area for many people who are unsatisfied with their appearance. Even adults who are in good physical shape may experience a round, sagging belly that affects the size and appearance of their

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