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2 min read I just returned from South Beach, where The Global Aesthetics Conference 2019 (GAC) was held last week. GAC is a gathering of some of the world’s greatest core aesthetic physicians and surgeons. I was honored to open the conference with a presentation entitled, “What is Beauty?” Beauty is usually classified in either subjective or objective terms. Subjective descriptions of beauty include, “Beauty […]

Rhinoplasty, or nose surgery, is universally considered to be one of the most challenging and complicated aesthetic cosmetic surgeries. Though the nose is the center of our face, it should not be the central focus of our face in person or photographs. The main focus of the face should be the eyes—the nose should complement, […]

Youthful, radiant skin may be achieved by following our 5 tips about how to keep your skin healthy. Even if you have a full, busy schedule, these tips can help you keep your skin looking young. While you might get away with some bad habits when you’re young—like going to bed without washing your face—maintaining […]

When age catches up with us, one of the first noticeable signs of aging is on the face; a drawn-out, gaunt look with hollowed-out features can appear. As a result of facial volume loss, light reflecting on the face creates shadows and highlights that age us. Facelift surgery in Los Angeles can take care of […]

Excess body fat can appear in various locations of the body and is usually present in the stomach and buttocks. Working out, eating healthy, and building endurance can burn a lot of the fat off, but bothersome fatty deposits can still remain in undesirable locations. If you want defined abdominal muscles and a firmer, more […]

We’ve all heard that the sun’s UV rays can damage the skin, leading to wrinkles, sun spots, and premature aging. However, recent research suggests that heat can damage your skin in a similar fashion. Chronic heat exposure (like sitting too close to a fireplace, regularly using a hot water bottle, or bathing in overly hot […]

Dieting, detoxing, and exercising can yield chiseled contouring results, but these traditional, at-home methods may not deliver the effects for which you are searching. They take months of your time, and they may not produce immediate results. Many men and women who are at optimal fitness and consume a healthy diet have been searching for […]

Facial balance is essential for creating an attractive appearance. Because of this, facial features that distract or overpower the rest of your beauty can often be problematic. At the center of your face, the nose plays a critical role in creating facial balance. While a subtle shifting of the eyes and mouth may not be […]

Have you ever seen something you found beautiful or attractive and struggled to explain why it is so visually pleasing? Many of us struggle to articulate why we find beauty in the appearance of a building, plant, animal, or human face. Often, the answer lies in the natural proportions or ratio of its shape and […]

Reversing visible signs of aging that have developed on your face without having to go through extensive plastic surgery can be accomplished through the use of various injectable fillers and neuromodulators (Dysport® and BOTOX® Cosmetic). Facial fillers have become one of the most popular and recommended alternatives to surgery. Dr. Persky is a non-invasive facial […]

Fraxel® DUAL is a non-ablative fractionated laser that combines two lasers, an Erbium (for collagen stimulation and wrinkle reduction) and a Thulium (for brown spot reduction), to produce optimal rejuvenation effects. The laser heats the skin in pixilated columns to stimulate collagen stimulation over time, which results in a reduction of fine-to-moderate lines and wrinkles […]

Men and women alike struggle to remove stubborn bits of fat from their midsections, and losing those last few inches is anything but simple. Unfortunately, when it comes to fat, some areas are just resistant to any amount of diet or exercise. Whether the fat developed after pregnancy, was left over after losing a significant […]