Englewood Plastic Surgeons

Can I Use Someone else Fat for the Brazilian Butt Lift?

I'm slim and petite, and I have a small butt but i want a Brazilian butt lift . i wanted to know if i can use someone else fat such as family or a friend?

Only your own fat can be used, only if you had an identical twin.  If you don't have fat I have had good results with implants.  Once healed the benefit is if you gain or loose weight the implant dosen't change.

Michael Constantin Gartner, DO

Paramus Plastic Surgeon

What Options are there for Fixing Split Earlobe?

Earlobe split

A torn earlobe can be easily fixed under local anesthesia.  I have had patients do this during their lunch time and gone back to work.  I recommend waiting 6 weeks before the ear is pierced again

Michael Constantin Gartner, DO

Paramus Plastic Surgeon

Do I Have Capsular Contracture 5 Months Post-Op Breast Implants? (photo)

Hello Drs-I am 5 months post-op and my left breast is firmer and not as pliable as my right.Also,the crease has risen up since surgery.In addition,there is a dent on the outerside at the bottom of my left breast(not noticeable in picture).The first picture here is 3-weeks post-op, and the last three are 5 months post-op.The last one was taken with my body tilted back.You can see the right sits comfortably,while the left seems to have a 'bulge',a more defined edge.Do I have Capsular Contracture?

It looks like from the photos you do an examination would give the definative diagnosis.  This can be fixed with revisional surgery.  I would recommend working with your surgeon unless you have a communication issue.

Michael Constantin Gartner, DO

Paramus Plastic Surgeon