Let’s talk about anatomy [video]
Doctors-in-training spend the first 6 months of medical school learning about anatomy. Dissecting this tissue from that tissue on people that were generous enough to donate their bodies to science. However, doctors must recognize that our patients did not attend medical school. So there’s a knowledge gap. And to bridge that gap, we must ensure […]
Founder/CEO of BuildMyBod featured in Radiesse Golden Ticket campaign
Merz, the makers of Radiesse and Belotero, recently completed their Radiesse Golden Ticket campaign. Three lucky winners received a makeover to the lines and wrinkles of their lower face. Dr. Jonathan Kaplan, founder and CEO of BuildMyBod and board-certified plastic surgeon was the treating physician for the third winner. Radiesse Golden Ticket winner and […]
Doctors: Has a follower on social media ever asked you how much a procedure costs?
If you’re a doctor that offers medically necessary services paid out of pocket before a deductible is met or because they’re considered cosmetic, I bet someone has asked you how much a procedure costs. And I’ll double my bet if you fit in this category and you show your results on social media. As soon […]
Popular procedures for men
Cosmetic surgery isn’t a taboo subject anymore. Also, it’s not just for the wealthy. And finally, it’s not just for women. More men are getting cosmetic services (surgical or non-surgical) than ever before. But what procedures are they getting? Based on the procedures that men are most commonly requesting pricing on through the BuildMyBod Price […]
Considering breast aug or fillers? You need to know about biofilm!
Like movies? Biofilm is the most important film you’ve never heard of! Biofilm is the technical name for the slime that bacteria secrete. It’s a problem in the case of breast implants and fillers. We generally worry about blatant infections from bacteria but in the case of implants and fillers, biofilm can cause problems other […]
The Latest in Lip Fillers [video]
If you think your lips are too thin or want to slightly plump them up, you have options. Several options. We’ll review the pros and cons below of different types of lip fillers. Lip Fillers are your Friends! We’ll use the term “filler” loosely to mean anything that plumps up the lips. Typically lip […]
Getting the best bang for your buck on cosmetic services
The holidays are over and you spent money on everyone around you. Now it’s time to treat yourself but you’re low on money after Christmas and Chanukah…am I right?! So here are a few non-surgical suggestions that will get you the best bang for your buck. BOTOX®/XEOMIN® to the 11’s, forehead and crow’s feet […]
Make your office a place where patients can multitask!
In this dog eat dog world, when everyone is in the rat race of their life, we all need to be as productive as possible. Even the time we’re relaxing and tending to ourselves. Enter, the cosmetic clinic and medspa. While these may be a sanctuary of peace and quiet, they can also be a […]
Volumizing the cheek bones
Looking to lift your jowls (hanging jaw line) and get fuller cheek bones at the same time? Fillers to the cheek bones can volumize the upper face and lift the jowls in unison. Radiesse and Juvederm Voluma are the most “famous” of fillers for this treatment. How do fuller cheek bones affect the jowls? […]
Nurse Injectors vs Physician Injectors
Considering Botox or fillers to treat those facial lines? Aside from deciding what area to treat, you should also consider who will treat you – nurse injectors or physician injectors. While some of the legalities vary from state to state, it is totally legal for nurse injectors to treat your facial wrinkles with Botox, […]