Tummy tuck, formally known as abdominoplasty, is often part of a mommy makeover, the surgical transformation some mothers choose to undergo after they are finished with childbearing. These women tend to focus on the aesthetic benefits of tummy tuck as it restores the abdomen to its pre-pregnancy state. However, there are also medical benefits to tummy tuck. Renowned New York plastic surgeon Dr. Lloyd Landsman discusses the various medical benefits... Read More
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Is Surgery Necessary To Reduce the Size of My Breasts?
Although breast augmentation surgery is one of the most popular plastic surgery procedures, many women seek the opposite solution. Their overly large breasts may cause back pain and other physical problems. They may have trouble finding well-fitting clothing, and large breasts may interfere with athletic activities. Some of these women may seek alternatives to breast reduction surgery. Although some options exist, these options do not provide results comparable to what... Read More
Facial Cosmetic Surgery: Is It Better to Go Big or Keep It Subtle?
The number of patients seeking cosmetic procedures is up significantly in the past year, with facial procedures being among the most popular. Because the face is the first part of the body that most people look at, as well as one of the first parts of the body to show signs of aging, it makes sense that Americans are focusing their attention there. Long Island’s best plastic surgeon, Dr. Lloyd... Read More
When Is the Best Time to Get Liposuction?
If you have been trying to get in shape but do not yet have the body contours you were hoping to achieve, then you may be considering liposuction. Dr. Lloyd Landsman, a board-certified plastic surgeon on Long Island, performs liposculpture (a variation on liposuction) to attain the most precise results on behalf of his patients. In this blog, he explains the optimal time for patients to seek this surgery. ... Read More
Why Some Women Prefer Breast Fat Transfer over Implants
Some women who have a smaller, less pronounced bust thanks to genetics wish for a curvier breast profile. The most effective cosmetic procedure to enhance the breasts is breast augmentation. While breast augmentation is often synonymous with breast implants, some women forego implants in favor of using their own natural tissue. (more…)
What Causes Underarm Sag, and How to Get Rid of It
Sagging underarm skin, also known as "bat wings," plagues many people as they get older. Shapeless upper arms can be embarrassing and may stop you from wearing clothing that accentuates the arms. Some people with sagging upper arm skin experience chafing, rashes and even skin infections from the tissues rubbing together. Dr. Lloyd Landsman is a board-certified plastic surgeon with over 25 years of experience in Smithtown. He can give... Read More
6 Benefits of Eyelid Surgery
Eyelid skin and the tissues surrounding your eyes are thin and often experience signs of aging before other facial areas. Your upper eyelids may droop while the lower eyelids hollow and pull away from the eyes. Blepharoplasty (eyelid surgery) restores the look and function of your eyelids and is one of the most commonly performed plastic surgery procedures. Dr. Lloyd Landsman is a board-certified plastic surgeon with extensive experience and... Read More
What Women May Not Realize About Breast Augmentation
Women are inundated with images of breast augmentation results, and you have likely visualized your enhanced breasts many times as you learn more about the procedure. You are probably aware of some of your options, such as silicone or saline implants, but there are many more aspects to consider. Our board-certified plastic surgeon, Dr. Lloyd Landsman, will discuss your breast augmentation options and possible results during your consultation at our... Read More
Questions to Ask Your Doctor before Facelift Surgery
Thanks to its ability to rejuvenate, facelift surgery has been a consistently popular cosmetic procedure for decades. Patients who undergo facelift surgery are pleased to see lines, wrinkles and jowls disappear from their faces. If you are interested in taking years off your appearance, Dr. Lloyd Landsman, a prominent Long Island plastic surgeon, suggests you ask the following questions to prospective surgeons: (more…)
Who Is the Ideal Candidate for Brazilian Butt Lift?
While butt implants used to be the procedure of choice for patients who wanted to enhance their buttocks, once Brazilian butt lift (BBL) became more widely available, it quickly became the more popular option. BBL is a fat grafting technique that borrows fat cells from one part of the body and reinserts them into the butt cheeks. Here, plastic surgeon Lloyd Landsman discusses who is a good candidate for the... Read More