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Christine Nyholm in Examiner.com writes, “HBO presents Youth Knows No Pain- exploring America’s obsession with eternal youth in a documentary that debuts on August 31, 2009, exclusively on HBO. Youth Knows No Pain explores the obsession with anti – aging procedures and the pursuit of eternal youth, creating a $60 billion a year enterprise.” “The […]

Reigning plastic surgery (some good, some not so good) spokesperson Joan Rivers, author of “Men Are Stupid, and They Like Big Boobs” was recently roasted on Comedy Central. Cheers to Joan for having the courage to be roasted with so much on her face to be roasted about. Here are the top 5, some from […]

Dr. Persky was interviewed online by The Orange County Register’s “In Your Face Chat” today. The complete transcript of the chat, along with interesting before and after rhinoplasty photographs can be found by copying and pasting the following link: http://www.ocregister.com/articles/chat-face-noon-2532299-questions-href Continue reading “Celebrity Rhinoplasty ” »

Dr. Persky was interviewed online by The Orange County Register’s “In Your Face Chat” today. The complete transcript of the chat, along with interesting before and after rhinoplasty photographs can be found by copying and pasting the following link: http://www.ocregister.com/articles/chat-face-noon-2532299-questions-href Highlights included discussions about teenage rhinoplasty, Marilyn Monroe, Angelina Jolie, Halle Berry, the Olsen twins, […]

Plastic surgeon Dr. Michael Persky of Encino, a member of the O.C. Register’s panel of cosmetic medicine experts, will discuss celebrity nose jobs and answer readers’ questions about plastic surgery in this week’s online “In Your Face CHAT.” The event is scheduled for noon to 1 p.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 19. CLICK AND PASTE HERE […]

According to a report appearing in Plastic Surgical Products, there is a new filler in town. “Hydrelle, the first hyaluronic acid-based dermal filler approved by the FDA that contains the anesthestic lidocaine”, has been released. “The drug, manufactured by Anika Therapeutics and distributed in the United States by Coapt Systems Inc, is injected into the […]

As a facial plastic and reconstructive surgeon, my reputation is most important. I strive to offer my patients the best and most effective treatments available. In the world of facial cosmetic surgery, new technologies are constantly being offered to consumers, many that have not been proven. The most recent ‘It sounds too good to be […]

The film “The Picture of Dorian Gray”, based on the 1890 novel by Oscar Wilde opens next week. It is the dreamlike story of a young man who sells his soul for eternal youth and beauty. The ads for the movie cry out “FOREVER YOUNG” and “ETERNALLY PERFECT”. The parallels between Wilde’s 1890’s and today’s […]

I was recently asked on RealSelf.com a question about the injection of Radiesse filler for “marionette lines”. The patient had received filler in the past that made her jaw and chin look masculine. She wanted to avoid this look when injected with the longer lasting Radiesse product. Here is my answer……… “Your question emphasizes the […]

One of the nicest compliments that can be given or received is “What a kind face you have.” What makes a kind face? Start with the best form of plastic surgery…..smiling. Add a little sparkle of soul to the eyes. Care about others and help others. Get fresh air, exercise, and don’t spend much time […]

You do not necessarily have to look like you lost an Ultimate Fighting Championship fight after having rhinoplasty. Every surgeon is different, and as you can tell from the variety of answers to this question on www.RealSelf.com, some create more bruising and swelling than others. I have found that when the proper techniques are used, […]

The long awaited FDA approval of Sculptra for facial cosmetic use was announced yesterday. Company spokespersons from pharmaceutical company Sanofi-Aventis announced yesterday that federal clearance had been given to use their dermal filler Sculptra in cosmetic procedures. Although (off-label) cosmetic use of Sculptra has been happening for years, the original FDA approval of Sculptra was […]