Albany Plastic Surgeons

Should I Still Be Able to Squint and Form the "11"s on Day 8 After Botox?

It's been eight days, and although I see a 20% improvement, I can still squint, forming those 11s between my brows. She did two shots in that area, then one each over the arch and three on each crow's feet area on the sides of my eyes. Do I need to wait a bit longer, go back for more injections or accept that this is probably the way my body reacts? I paid by the area treated, not by the units, so I don't have any idea if she would retreat free of charge.

it can take up to 10 days or so, but if you have a question about your result, then you should revisit the doctor to see if result could be improved.

Bruce K. Barach, MD

Schenectady Plastic Surgeon

How Much Would It Cost to Repair Gauged Ears That Are Gauged at One Inch?

My boyfriends ears are gauges at a size one inch and they are pretty big holes and we are looking to get them repaired and were wondering how much an estimate would be where we live at and an estimate on how much local anesthesia would probably cost plus the procedure. From FL.

The typical cost will be from $750-$1500 dollars all inclusive.  It really depends person to person based on the amount of work required.  It is done under local anesthesia in the office.

Sanjiv Kayastha, MD

Albany Plastic Surgeon

Am I a Good Candidate for a Mommy Makeover? (photo)

I am a 32 year old mother of 5 (3 single births and a set of twins. I am 5'8" 207 lbs. I have tried diet and exercise only to lose and gain the same 10-15 lbs. I know it works because I have the energy and feel my pants loosen but I can't see any real changes. I am at my wits end. Also I am considering breast augmentation nothing too big just a subtle change in size and perkiness. Lastly I am hoping to get rid of these horrid love handles. Thanks for any advice or suggestions!

I think that you should pursue diet and exercise before considering tummy tuck surgery.  Get a thorough checkup by your primary doctor and make sure that there are no underlying problems hindering your weight loss.  Also, if diet and exercise have limited effects you should consult with a bariatric surgeon to see if you are a candidate for a weight loss surgery.  Your breasts can be augmented and lifted, but you should lose any weight that you are going to prior to pursuing those surgeries.

Best regards,

Sanjiv Kayastha, MD

Sanjiv Kayastha, MD

Albany Plastic Surgeon