Surgery went well. Outcome is natural, beautiful looking and worth the cost. The location is very nice, in a prime park avenue area of manhattan. Staff are friendly and office is clean. Will recommend family and friends.
Dr. Foster is a very skilled and ethical surgeon. I highly recommend him. His specialty is reconstructive surgery. He helped me a lot after poor results from another surgeon. I am grateful for his efforts to restore my appearance and the compassion he showed.
I went into Dr. Foster’s plastic surgery office for a rhinoplasty consultation. As I approached the office it must’ve been one of the most beautiful entryways I have ever seen! The office to, was clean and beautiful. the vibe there was serene and inviting! The warm staff graciously welcomed me and made me feel immediately comfortable. During my consultation, Dr. Foster was kind, listened attentively and described thoroughly the procedure. He directly answered any question that came about which I sincerely admired and respected.After looking Through many before and after pictures I was captivated By his work. His attention to detail and ability to keep all of his surgeries looking perfectly natural, left me with feelings of pure astonishment and delight! If there were 10 stars for Dr. Foster he would get them all! His work is the best!
I read tons of reviews on this site after going in for a consultation with my PS a few weeks ago. Now that I've scheduled my surgery date, it's my turn to contribute. Reading the honest and uncensored experiences that others have gone through has been so helpful as I made my decision, and now as I'm mentally preparing myself for what recovery will be like. I just turned 30 this year, and getting a BA is something I've always had in the back of my mind. I guess it has something to do with age, but this year I finally stopped caring about what others think and decided it was about time I started living my life for me. After my consultation I was excited but incredibly nervous about all of the risks involved. I went back for a "try on" a couple weeks later which is what reeled me in -- once I had the implants stuffed in my bra, I didn't want to give them back!! Now I can really visualize my curvier, happier self and I can't wait for my surgery on October 9th. I have a fairly tall/slender frame and a really small upper body in general (as you can see in my pictures I have a really bony chest, always been that way) so I'm concerned about going too big and looking unnatural. At my try-on I looked at 280, 300, and 330 cc and I think the 300 looked the best. My PS will try all three and then pick the one that looks the most natural. I think he has a great aesthetic and understands what I want, so I'm confident it will turn out great. One thing I'm not sure about is going over or under the muscle. My PS says that the 300cc could probably go over the muscle on me, but any bigger and it would definitely need to be under. It seems like under the muscle looks more natural, so I'm thinking of going with that regardless, but I'm nervous about the additional pain and recovery time. Any advice? I posted some before pics as well as wish pics. Six weeks to go!! Updated on 13 Sep 2014: My BA is about a month away now. I'm getting more excited by the day -- I wish it were sooner! I got my pre-op packet in the mail from my PS, which has all the necessary prescriptions and homeopathics to purchase, and lists of things to do to prepare for surgery. I started doing some surgery shopping this week. I ordered some front-close bras from WalMart and a couple of stretchy no-wire bras to wear in the weeks after surgery. I also ordered a wedge pillow to help me sleep upright, which I learned about from reading the reviews on this site -- thanks ladies! As I was getting ready for yoga this morning, I couldn't help but think how great my favorite tank tops are going to look after my BA!! Here's another before picture -- keep in mind this tank top has padded inserts in it. Can't wait to compare in a few weeks. Updated on 22 Sep 2014: I went to see my PS today for one last pre-op visit. I explained that I decided to go a bit bigger, and now the plan is to go with either 339cc or 370cc. 339 will get me to a full C and possibly a small D, and with the 370 I'll likely be a D. I think I'll be happy with either one. I also bumped up my surgery date from October 9th to October 7th!! I put in my two weeks' notice to the itty bitty [RS bleep] committee :) So ready to do this! Updated on 7 Oct 2014: I can't believe boob day is finally here. I'm going over to the office just before noon...only a few hours to go! I'm not feeling the least bit nervous, just excited and anxious to see the results. See you on the other side ladies! Updated on 7 Oct 2014: Just got home a little while ago. Everything went swimmingly! It's definitely painful and tight but very manageable so far. My PS could only fit the 304's because my chest muscles were so tight!! I love them so far and will post pics in a few days. Thanks for all the love and support ladies! Updated on 8 Oct 2014: I wanted to write an update about my experience the day of surgery while it's still fresh in my mind. So....here we go! I got to the doctor's office around 11:45 and they brought me back right away to change. I changed into a gown and non-slip socks. Then the anesthesiologist came back to give me a valium, and the nurse came in to check on me and say hi. After that, everything happened pretty fast, so I didn't have too much time to get nervous. My PS came in to mark me up and go over everything one last time, and then I walked with him right into the OR. I couldn't have been in there for more than 5 minutes before I was out! The anesthesiologist put in my IV and then put a mask over my mouth and said, "Alright, you'll be asleep in a few seconds!" The next thing I remember is waking up in the recovery room. I was having a dream about eating a bagel at Panera, so when the nurse woke me up I was like....wait, I'm not at Panera? I was super thirsty so she brought me some water, and then some ginger ale, and she chatted with me while I waited for my BF to arrive. After awhile it occurred to me to ask what size I got -- 304ccs. I was a little disappointed because I wanted to go with 339 or 371, just a tad bigger, but apparently my chest was so tight that 304 was as big as they could go. In addition to being thirsty, I felt really cold and shivery when I woke up, so the nurse put blankets over me and had some kind of contraption that blew warm air inside the blanket which was amazing. I stopped feeling cold but I could not stop shivering for the life of me! When it came time to leave, I had a hard time standing up and getting into the car because I was shivering so much. The nurse said that anesthesia has that affect on some people. Just a heads up in case that happens to anyone else out there. Once I got home and got under the covers, the shivering stopped. The pain has not been bad at all -- I would say it's more tightness and discomfort than pain. The worst part that that first night was the nausea. I got home around 4-4:30 pm and hadn't eaten all day, but I had absolutely no appetite, so I just drank ginger ale and water. Around 8 pm I forced myself to have a few sips of chicken soup and a little applesauce, but that was all I could stomach. I eventually threw up once around 11 pm, and after that I started to feel better. No more nausea today. Last night I was fine getting up and going to the bathroom by myself -- it definitely hurts to get up at first, but the nurse told me to use my abs, which takes a lot of the strain off your arms and shoulders. Otherwise my BF waited on me hand and foot. Today I've been able to get up and walk around the apartment, make myself some oatmeal, and get drinks throughout the day -- I even took a shower! All in all, it hasn't been nearly as bad as I expected. Updated on 9 Oct 2014: Finally had a chance to try on a cute lacy bralette today -- it's hard to believe that's all me in there! I also had to include a picture of the lovely strap/surgical bra combo that I'm sporting most of the time. The surgical bra is really comfy...the strap, not so much! But I'm eager for these babies to drop, so I'm trying to wear it as much as possible. Updated on 10 Oct 2014: So far recovery has not been too bad. I've done some work from home -- in bed with my laptop of course -- and went out yesterday to take a walk and run a couple of errands. My energy levels are still really low. Just taking a shower and getting dressed leaves me exhausted! I can lift my arms above my head to wash my hair and get changed, but I'm still not strong enough to use a blow dryer. The pain is basically gone and really hasn't been bad at all. I stopped taking Vicodin after day 1 post-op and have just been taking Extra Strength Tylenol the last two days. The only discomfort I'm experiencing is a sore/heavy feeling in my boobs, which seems to be worst when I first wake up (the dreaded "morning boob" I suppose) and in the evening after I've been moving around all day. The worst part of recovery for me, by far, is the effects of the anesthesia and the pain meds. I cannot understate how grossly bloated I am! I took Colace at the suggestion of my PS, but after no movement for two days I took a laxative yesterday afternoon. When it finally kicked in last night, the results were excruciating. I still don't have much of an appetite and have to force myself to eat. I've been making myself little meals and snacks throughout the day -- homemade chicken soup, oatmeal with fruit, and frozen grapes have been my go-to's. I also keep low-sodium Wheat Thins by the bed and eat a few every time I take pain medication or antibiotics. Seems like the worst of it is over now -- my plan for this weekend is to relax and watch lots of movies! Updated on 12 Oct 2014: I almost feel like I'm back to my normal self now! My post-op appointment is tomorrow, when I'll get my stitches out. Today I'm wearing an old VS sports bra, size small -- still fits but looks a little different ;) Updated on 14 Oct 2014: Every day they get a little bit softer and start to feel more like a part of me. I'm so glad I did this! Was back at work today and felt fine. Took some Tylenol when I got home, but otherwise got through the whole day without any pain or soreness. Yay for boobies! Updated on 14 Apr 2015: It's been about 6 months since my surgery, and I could not be happier with the results! I have forgotten what it was like to have small boobs -- now the impants feel like a part of me! I got 300cc silicone mod plus implants, and went from a 32B to a 32D. I will say that it took what seemed like forever for them to D&F, so if any of you girls are concerned that yours aren't dropping, just be patient and wear your strap as long as you need to. I ended up wearing my strap for about two months. One day I woke up and it was like they dropped overnight! They have continued to drop slightly since then and they look great now. I have a peri-areolar incision, and to the credit of my amazing surgeon, the scars are slowly but surely disappearing. I started using BioCorneum just a couple of weeks ago which has sped up the process. The scars are still visible but have faded a lot just in the past couple of weeks. Right after the surgery I was a bit disappointed that I only ended up with 300cc implants, as I was hoping to go a little bit bigger. Now that they have dropped, though, I think they are the perfect size for me! On my frame, I think they look really natural -- if I had gone any bigger they might look too obvious. I can wear revealing tops and/or a push up bra and they look huge, but I can also hide them easily under work clothes. I think my PS understood what I wanted even better than I did and I'm so glad he chose the 300cc size! The best advice I can give to anyone who's just starting to recover is to be patient and not freak out too much about small things. On some days I'm paranoid that one is higher than the other, or one is harder than the other, or that my scars look slightly darker than they did the day before...but inevitably all of my momentary freakouts have turned out to be unnecessary. You should call your PS anytime you have a concern, of course, but always remember that it takes a full year to heal! So just take care of yourself, be patient and let time run its course. I will update again soon with pictures!! Updated on 25 Apr 2015: I have been meaning to post new pictures for awhile now! So happy with my results :)
It all depends on the severity of your dry-eye condition. For instance, many patients will complain of "dry-eye," yet wear contact lenses. There is a great degree of variability when it comes to dry eyes. Mild to moderate dry-eye patients can often times have conservative upper-lid surgery, successfully. In these circumstances, one can expect to need more aggressive treatment of their dry-eye treatment for a period of weeks to months after the surgery. If an appropriate surgical procedure was performed, upon complete healing and resolution of the scar tissues, you should return to your baseline dry-eye condition. Obviously, before any procedure is done, the extent of your dry-eye condition must be evaluated by an opthalmologist, preferably one who deals with dry-eye patients. And the opthalmologist's input during your recovery period will always be helpful. Consult with a board-certified surgeon for your specific needs. All the Best! Craig A. Foster, MD, DDS, FACS, PC NYU-Trained Plastic Surgeon Double-board Certified
You are the perfect candidate for a breast-lift with a small implant. The addition of a small implant is primarily for shaping purposes, to give you upper pole fullness and cleavage. Small implants have a minimal, and very subtle effect on the size of the breast. Most breast-lift procedures can be done with an incision around the nipple area, and a vertical incision from the nipple to the crease below the breast. 95% of these scars fade out over the period of a year or two. Less than 5% require revision. Breast lift with augmentation patients are among the happiest and most-satisfied plastic surgery clients. All the Best! Craig A. Foster, MD, DDS, FACS, PC NYU-trained plastic surgeon Double Board Certifications
All modern facelift techniques address the marionette lines and jowls. Human anatomy is consistent. All our pieces and parts are in the same place. The difference in these multiple, different facelift techniques is how you approach them. The primary distinction is whether you approach them superficially, or deeply. The ultimate outcome from these varying procedures is the same providing they are well done, and address those foundational structures in the face and the neck. Public confusion over what appears to be a myriad of different and "special" techniques is understandable. When consulting a plastic surgeon about your facelift, be certain that they have a plan for dealing with those deeper foundational structures. In the end, because the various techniques deliver comparable results, choose the surgeon you are most comfortable with, not the technique. All the Best! Craig A. Foster, MD, DDS, FACS, PC NYU-trained plastic surgeon Double Board Certifications
Revision rhinoplasty often revolves around replacing what was removed in the primary operation. While you may not be able to restore this look, completely, the use of grafting can reverse most of what's occurred in the tip of your nose. The grafts used for this sort of procedure would most likely come from either your nasal septum or your ear. Always consult with a board-certified surgeon experienced in revision rhinoplasty for this sort of issue. All the Best! Craig A. Foster, MD, DDS, FACS NYU Trained in Plastic Surgery Double-Board Certifications
With each nasal surgery, the procedure becomes more difficult, less predictable, and more prone to complications. Autologous rib grafts have the unfortunate tendency to warp. When faced with a situation like this, focusing on the good parts of your nose will help you better define the parts that really need to be considered for the next procedure. I would consider preserving the autologous rib graft and disguising the warped appearance with injectables or further grafting. The addition of a small tip graft can solve your drooping tip. It is important in these circumstances to narrow the focus and the scope of subsequent procedures to achieve the best result, possible, while minimizing risk. Consult with a board-certified plastic surgeon who specialies in revision rhinoplasty. All the best! Craig A. Foster, MD, DDS, FACS NYU Trained in Plastic Surgery Double-Board Certifications
