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Michelle Copeland, MD, DMD

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon
1001 Fifth Ave., New York, New York
4.8 | 53 Reviews
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Thank you for sharing your question! Liposculpture as an outpatient procedure under I.V. sedation can reduce the excess fat in this area. At my office, I use several innovative forms of liposuction to contour and resculpture the area while providing the most beautiful results with minimal scarring. For patients who don’t want surgery, CoolSculpting can be a good way to help reduce fat in selective areas. CoolSculpting is a FDA-cleared, non-surgical fat-reduction treatment that uses controlled cooling to eliminate stubborn fat that resists all efforts through diet and exercise. I suggest making an appointment with a board-certified plastic surgeon to discuss your options in more detail!
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Michelle Copeland, MD, DMD

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

4.8 | 53 reviews
Thank you for sharing your question! Liposculpture as an outpatient procedure under I.V. sedation can reduce the excess fat in this area. At my office, I use several innovative forms of liposuction to contour and resculpture the area while providing the most beautiful results with minimal scarring. For patients who don’t want surgery, CoolSculpting can be a good way to help reduce fat in selective areas. CoolSculpting is a FDA-cleared, non-surgical fat-reduction treatment that uses controlled cooling to eliminate stubborn fat that resists all efforts through diet and exercise. I suggest making an appointment with a board-certified plastic surgeon to discuss your options in more detail!
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Michelle Copeland, MD, DMD

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

4.8 | 53 reviews
Thank you for sharing your question! Liposculpture as an outpatient procedure under I.V. sedation can reduce the excess fat in this area. At my office, I use several innovative forms of liposuction to contour and resculpture the area while providing the most beautiful results with minimal scarring. For patients who don’t want surgery, CoolSculpting can be a good way to help reduce fat in selective areas. CoolSculpting is a FDA-cleared, non-surgical fat-reduction treatment that uses controlled cooling to eliminate stubborn fat that resists all efforts through diet and exercise. I suggest making an appointment with a board-certified plastic surgeon to discuss your options in more detail!
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Michelle Copeland, MD, DMD

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

4.8 | 53 reviews

Laying propped up after BA?

Asked By:AnonymousANSWERS (1)
Thank you for the question! I recommend that my breast surgery patients sleep elevated on a few pillows as this helps reduce swelling, bruising, and discomfort.
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Michelle Copeland, MD, DMD

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

4.8 | 53 reviews
Thank you for sharing your question! Liposculpture as an outpatient procedure under I.V. sedation can reduce the excess fat in this area. At my office, I use several innovative forms of liposuction to contour and resculpture the area while providing the most beautiful results with minimal scarring. If you have lax hanging skin you may benefit from a brachioplasty (arm lift). A combination of liposuction and brachioplasty can help smooth your arms and pull skin taught. A non-surgical option for skin tightening is Thermage. This can help treat any sagging or wrinkled skin on the arms. I suggest making an appointment with a board-certified plastic surgeon to discuss your options in more detail!
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Michelle Copeland, MD, DMD

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

4.8 | 53 reviews
Thank you for your question! A breast lift can give you a perkier, more lifted breast. During this surgery, excess skin and breast tissue are removed, the nipple is repositioned, and the skin is re-draped and tightened to support the breast. This can also improve the size and shape of your areola. I usually use the Lejour technique, also known as a “lollipop” incision. I would need to assess you in person to see if you are a candidate for a donut lift. These techniques can be performed with minimal scarring as an outpatient procedure without the need for general anesthesia. This can be done at the same time as a fat transfer to help improve shape and contour. Here at my office, we also start you on a specialized topical scar regimen after surgery to help minimize the appearance of scars. I suggest making an appointment with a board-certified plastic surgeon to discuss your options in more detail!
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Michelle Copeland, MD, DMD

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

4.8 | 53 reviews
Thank you for sharing your photos. Liposculpture as an outpatient procedure under I.V. sedation can reduce the excess fat in this area. At my office, I use several innovative forms of liposuction to contour and resculpture the area while providing the most beautiful results with minimal scarring. For patients who don’t want surgery, CoolSculpting can be a good way to help reduce fat in selective areas. CoolSculpting is a FDA-cleared, non-surgical fat-reduction treatment that uses controlled cooling to eliminate stubborn fat that resists all efforts through diet and exercise. I suggest making an appointment with a board-certified plastic surgeon to discuss your options in more detail!
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Michelle Copeland, MD, DMD

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

4.8 | 53 reviews

How to fix post op deformation? (Photo)

Asked By:AnonymousANSWERS (1)
Thank you for sharing your question! You may be a candidate for filler or autologous fat grafting. Fat grafting takes your own fat from another part of your body (like your tummy) and is specially prepared and placed into the area of concern. This can help disguise irregularities and scars. The same can also be done with fillers like Juvéderm. The appearance of the scar itself can be masked with a combination of microdermabrasion, non-ablative lasers, and micro-RF (microneedling). I suggest making an appointment with a board-certified plastic surgeon to discuss your options in more detail!
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Michelle Copeland, MD, DMD

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

4.8 | 53 reviews

Cellulite/loose skin? (Photo)

Asked By:AnonymousANSWERS (1)
Thank you for sharing your photos. Liposculpture as an outpatient procedure under I.V. sedation can reduce the excess fat around the thighs and restore a shapely leg. At my office, I use several innovative forms of liposuction, including SmartLipo, to contour and resculpture the area while providing the most beautiful results with minimal scarring. Additionally, an effective non-surgical option that might benefit you is Thermage. Thermage is a non-invasive treatment that can tighten skin, renew facial contours, and stimulate your body to make healthier collagen. The procedure uses radiofrequency technology that has been clinically proven to tighten and gently lift skin. Fast and easy, Thermage requires no downtime from normal activities. Another treatment that helps smooth and tighten skin is micro-RF. Used in combination with non-ablative lasers, this can be a powerful nonsurgical treatment to help tighten and smooth skin. I suggest making an appointment with a board-certified plastic surgeon to discuss your options in more detail!
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Michelle Copeland, MD, DMD

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

4.8 | 53 reviews
Thank you for your question and for sharing your photos. While I would need to examine you to best answer your question, you may be a good candidate for adding fat or filler and Thermage®. Adding your own fat, or a filler like Radiesse, will give more fullness to this area. Thermage® is a non-invasive procedure that uses radiofrequency (RF) to help smoothen, tighten and contour the skin with no downtime. This can be done directly on the back of the hands and you could even come in during your lunch break and return to work after! I will also often combine these treatments with a combination of laser skin treatments to improve the overall quality of the skin. I recommend you speak with a board-certified plastic surgeon because results can be variable depending on who is performing either of these procedures.
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Michelle Copeland, MD, DMD

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

4.8 | 53 reviews

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Michelle Copeland, MD, DMD

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4.8
53 reviews

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JG16

Wonderful Experience

I had a great experience with Dr. Copeland and her entire team! The attention to detail is phenomenal and I felt at ease knowing I was in such great hands. If I ever need/decide to do anything else I would definitely come back! I would highly recommend!!!

Liposuction

as3

Perfect Results and Experience

Amazing results and amazing experience with Michelle Copeland and her staff. My results turned out perfect, even better than I had expected. The staff went above and beyond and was extremely helpful and communicative throughout the process. Cannot recommend enough!!

Breast Implant Revision

Honest793363

"Unbelievable" is an Understatement!!!

"Unbelievable" is an understatement!! Dr. Copeland and Dr. Libby Copeland-Halperin, there are not enough words to express the knowledge, talent, artistic eye, passion and care that you exude. I had sagging and ruptured breast implants that required fat transplant from my legs...resulting in amazing and youthful breasts. Dr. Copelands keen eyes and great mind also helped take years off of my face. The entire staff was caring, concerned and attentive throughout the process. Doctors Copeland and Copeland-Halperin, "thank you" from the bottom of my heart for giving me a new lease on life. ALSO, Dr. Copeland's Face and Body products is the BEST by far!!! The positive results are Aaammazing!!!!!

$5,775Lipoma Removal

localjks

Lipoma removed from my abdomen - it has healed beautifully

After researching extensively for a surgeon who specializes in a minimally invasive lipoma removal, I was lucky enough to find Dr. Copeland. I had an 11cm x 8cm lipoma removed from a tricky spot on my abdomen that has now healed beautifully. Would highly recommend the team at Dr. Copeland, thorough and attentive

Eyelid Surgery

Brave868296

Was surprised that it was only uncomfortable not painful

One day, almost out of the blue, I noticed these ugly soft lumps on my eyelids, that were growing out of nowhere. I consulted with Dr. Google and learned that they are cholesterol pads aka xanthelasma. They are apparently harmless but were seriously creeping me out. And they were growing, first one eye and then the other. I went to regular doc and got the cholesterol low down but meanwhile also got a consultation with Dr. Copeland, who was recommended by a friend. I am very glad that I did. The consultation appointment was very helpful. The staff takes pictures, and the doctor explained everything carefully. I had two problems - one the lumps and two my lids were severely drooping, affecting my vision. She outlined a few options, including doing nothing.The office followed up with a call to make sure that I understood another option, a laser removal I believe. Fixing the droop - Blepharoplasty - would, if medially necessary, be covered only after 65 under Medicare, and I was having a hard time deciding if I should wait, a few years, or if I could afford to do it now. I finally made the decision to do both the removal of the lumps and the droop fix :) It was all just amazingly painless. Lots of swelling and icing of course, but i was surprised that it was only uncomfortable not painful. Everyone on the team, from the receptionist, the nurse, masseuse, and anesthesiologist, was calm, kind, competent, and lovely. Through the first follow up appointment, with removal of stitches and a light touch massage, it was been a success. It will be a few more weeks until completely normal, but quite comfortable now. Looks and feels much better. YAY Dr. Copeland!

Liposuction

sebennett

Gave me the dainty ankles and legs of my dreams

I had an ankle micro suction procedure with Dr Copeland a year ago and it has honestly been life changing! Dr Copeland shaped my legs beautifully and gave me the dainty ankles and legs of my dreams. I feel so much more confident now than ever before and appreciate the above and beyond care that I was provided through my entire journey. 100/10 I would absolutely recommend Dr Copeland and her staff. Thank you!

Breast Fat Transfer

VanessaKir

Recovery went as predicted - confident final outcome will be great

First of all, this procedure is not done everywhere. I did lots of research and Dr. Copeland’s experience stands out from the crowd. When I did the consultation, her professionalism, friendly staff member and every detail about the place immediately won me over. The procedure itself went smoothly. Recovery went just as predicted with care from the doctor. Though it’s still in the early stage, I’m very confident the final outcome will be great. I highly recommend anyone considering this procedure visit Dr. Copeland’s office.

Liposculpture

kitty71

Would 100% recommend Dr. Copeland to anyone

Best plastic surgeon with amazing results. Waited years to have the work done but kept getting recommendations to Dr. Copeland. So glad I did! Staff also very helpful and responsive. Would 100% recommend Dr. Copeland to anyone. .

Lipoma Removal

Trustworthy283163

The Michelleangelo of Medicine

I treated with Dr. Copeland for the removal of a small lipoma at the base of my neck. I chose Dr. Copeland since she had pioneered a minimally-invasive technique for complete excision of the lipoma with minimal scaring. I am approaching 30 days post-surgery and the result is amazing. Beyond her immense skills, I was very impressed with the professionalism of her practice, from her administrative and medical team, to the thoughtful design and peaceful vibe in her office. After seeing her artistry in action, its no surprise that her office is located across the street from the Metropolitan Museum of Art. I highly recommend Dr. Copeland.

Breast Fat Transfer

lucy123456__

All of the staff were so helpful, nice, and supportive

My experience with Dr. Copeland was great! When I entered the office for my procedure, all of the staff were so helpful, nice, and supportive of me throughout the whole thing! I had a procedure done called an autologous fat transfer to both of my breasts, which means Dr. Copeland took fat from other areas in my body and used it to enhance the size and shape of my breasts. Plus the procedure took such a short time and I was able to go home the same day. I am very happy with the results and would definitely recommend my friends and family to see Dr. Copeland !