Author: Allure Plastic Surgery

Lip augmentation is one of the fastest growing trends in plastic surgery. With 27,000 lip augmentations performed last year, the procedure’s popularity jumped 5 percent from the previous year and 50 percent from 2000.

In an ASPS survey, Jennifer Lawrence came in first with the celebrity lips most women would like to have. She was followed closely by Scarlett Johansson, Jennifer Garner, Angelina Jolie, Kylie Jenner, and Beyonce. And women aren’t the only ones seeking lip augmentations. Almost 1,200 men received lip augmentations in 2015, a 400 percent increase since 2000.

With developments in materials and techniques, lip augmentations is quicker and more convenient than ever before. Lip implants are made from soft, flexible silicone that provides patients with a natural-looking enhancement. However, many patients are opting for lip injections that can provide enhanced plumpness with little to no downtime. Patients can choose from Juvederm® injections, fat injections, or silicone injections to create their ideal lips.

Are you considering a lip augmentation? Call Allure Plastic Surgery today at (212) 661-2563 to schedule your consultation with one of our highly skilled and experienced New York plastic surgeons to discuss your lip augmentation options and find the right cosmetic procedure for you. We welcome patients throughout New York City, Manhattan, and Long Island.

Adolescent girls worry about fitting in and feeling confident in their bodies. Cosmetic surgeries like rhinoplasty have long been a favorite of teen girls who want to enhance their appearance and feel more at ease with their looks. Recently, teenagers have started seeking plastic surgery for more intimate body areas. Labiaplasty, the trimming and shaping of the labia, has seen a marked increase in demand from teenage girls.

The procedure has been requested so often that the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists issued guidance to doctors earlier this year from its Committee on Adolescent Health Care about educating patients who are seeking genital surgery. Generally, labiaplasty is requested by older women who have given birth or who suffer discomfort from enlarged labia. Labiaplasty can help these patients feel more comfortable in clothing, such as tight yoga pants, and increase sexual satisfaction along with providing a more youthful, rejuvenated appearance.

Younger women who are interested in the procedure should discuss their options with their plastic surgeon and educated themselves on the variety of shapes and sizes that are considered normal for female anatomy.

Are you interested in the benefits that labiaplasty can provide? Call Allure Plastic Surgery today at (212) 661-2563 to schedule your confidential consultation with one of our highly skilled and experienced New York plastic surgeons. We welcome patients throughout New York City, Manhattan, and Long Island.

The National Council on Skin Cancer Prevention has declared May 27 “Don’t Fry Day” to encourage sun safety awareness as we head into Memorial Day weekend, the official kickoff to the summer season for most of us.

With warmer weather comes the increased risk for ultraviolet (UV) damage to the skin as most Americans spend more time in the great outdoors. Follow these tips for taking care of your skin in the sun:

• Apply sunscreen before heading outside (broad spectrum SPF 30 or higher)
• Wear protective clothing such as wide-brimmed hats, sunglasses, and longer sleeves and skirts or pants
• Seek shade whenever possible

For those who cannot imagine living through a summer without the appearance of sun-kissed skin, try a bronzing lotion like Reese Witherspoon sported for the Oscars last year or keep your eye out for advances in technology that will make tanning beds a thing of the past.

Scientists recently identified two molecules that activate cellular receptors to induce skin tanning or lightening without UV exposure. Topical creams based on these molecules could be used to darken your skin. Of course, clinical studies must be completed to confirm the safety of these creams before they hit the market.

Want to rejuvenate your skin for the summer? Call Allure Plastic Surgery today at (212) 661-2563 to schedule your consultation with one of our experienced New York plastic surgeons. We welcome patients throughout New York City, Manhattan, and Long Island.

If you have been considering plastic surgery, you may be asking yourself this question. What will changing your physical appearance really do for your self-esteem?

You aren’t the only one to question what effects enhancing your body will have on your life. In recent years, psychologists have been conducting research to answer these questions. In a study published in the Journal of Personality and Social Psychology, researchers determined that physical attractiveness did not correlate directly to increased feelings of wellbeing.[1] 

However, newer studies indicate that as self-perception of attractiveness increases so does general happiness. In a study published in Clinical Psychological Science, researchers found that on average, people who had chosen plastic surgery felt healthier, less anxious, developed more self-esteem, and found their body more attractive than those who had not chosen plastic surgery.[2] A review of the literature[3] on the psychological outcomes of patients undergoing cosmetic surgery revealed that realistic expectations along with other factors played a key role in whether the patient felt a boost to wellbeing following their procedure.

To discuss how beauty surgery can improve your individual appearance, call Allure Plastic Surgery today at (212) 661-2563 to schedule your consultation with one of our highly skilled and experienced New York plastic surgeons. We welcome patients throughout New York City, Manhattan, and Long Island.