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FIND A VERIFIED DOCTORI posted my story and pictures on this site last week. The topic is under skin cancer and title is 'Don't Procrastinate'. I felt compelled to also write a review about Dr. Stern, who performed my reconstruction surgeries. I thank G D all the time for him and his team. I wasn't expecting a miracle, just a face so I could out in public. I was missing half a nose and cheek! He is the best of the best. Dr. S. Solomon referred me to him, and thank goodness for her too. The staff was kind, professional and always made me feel comfortable and confident that this was the right choice. I highly recommend Dr. Stern and his team.
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I went in specifically requesting a conservative, buildable approach, with the plan to do less and reassess over time. During the appointment, I felt encouraged to proceed with a higher-volume treatment in a single visit, including multiple syringes of Radiesse placed not only in the jawline but also in the cheeks. While I understand that some providers favor a more structural, longer-lasting approach, that wasn’t aligned with the softer, more incremental result I was looking for. At just over five weeks out, I’m still in the integration phase and experiencing a level of fullness and tissue reactivity that doesn’t feel natural to me. After consulting another dermatologist, I was told that the volume used — particularly in the midface — was more aggressive than what is typically considered a conservative approach. My takeaway is not that the product is inherently wrong, but that it’s important to ensure the treatment plan matches your goals. If you are looking for a subtle, gradual enhancement, I would recommend confirming that approach very clearly before proceeding.
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