Staging procedures is when more than one operation is recommended to achieve a result more safely, predictably, or both. The most commonly staged procedures for cosmetic plastic surgery are body contouring procedures. This can be in patients who have lost large amounts of weight, or in patients considering a large breast implant but who also…
We are ringing in the New Year and many of us are thinking about losing weight. That is wonderful. Besides looking and feeling better after weight loss, you are also in better shape for surgery. It is very important is to understand that obesity matters in surgical safety. Let me share my experience as a…
Many patients come into our office wanting to have neck tightening. The frequent descriptions we hear from our patients are “turkey neck”, “waddle”, and “sagging neck.” In most cases, the physical exam reveals a significant amount of excess skin and fatty deposits. In many patients, facial tightening is also needed. They often present with jowling, deep…
I have performed cosmetic surgery procedures in Albuquerque since 1996 and have operated in various operating rooms including those in Presbyterian Hospital, St. Joseph/Lovelace Hospital, Heart Hospital, Women’s Hospital, Albuquerque Surgery Center and Physician Surgery Center. Many cosmetic operations are performed in the ambulatory surgery center operating rooms. They provide the necessary environment for the surgeons to…
Over the years, I have heard quite a few questions from my patients about breast augmentation myths. I am posting some of the common myths I have discussed with many of my patients. 1. High profile implants will give me a fuller upper chest. Given a certain volume of breast implants you have selected, a higher…
Facial rejuvenation procedures are a big part of plastic surgery in women (and some men) after middle age. Through the natural aging process, the persistent gravitation pull, and sun damage, we are seeing more facial sagging, droopy and puffy eyelids, and laxity of the neck. While a smaller deformity can be improved by non-invasive procedures,…
Many people wonder what happens in a consultation with the Albuquerque plastic surgeon, Dr. Neil Chen. Here we put together a typical breast surgery consultation to answer some of your questions and to relieve some of your anxiety. Many people first hear about Dr. Chen from their friends. Many of these friends are his previous patients and are…
Tummy tuck and liposuction are some of the most common surgical procedures I perform as an Albuquerque plastic surgeon. Many people ask how the extra skin and fat can be removed from their abdomen. Many people work hard to get in shape but still have to live with their unattractive abdomen. It may be extensive stretch…