As many are well aware, October is breast cancer awareness month. The purpose of this month is to help raise awareness and raise money to help in the fight against breast cancer. It is also a time to educate the public and stress the importance of early detection, for both men and women. Breast cancer is currently the second leading cause of cancer death in…

Modern plastic surgery has been around for many decades, and more people than ever before are seeking plastic surgery, but myths still abound. Our Philadelphia plastic surgeon would like to put a few to rest. Four Plastic Surgery Myths Debunked Plastic Surgery is Vanity:  There is much more to plastic surgery than “boob jobs” and Botox. Plastic surgery is a medical specialization that encompasses everything from…

A thigh lift is a procedure designed to remove excess fat and skin from either the outer or inner thigh. This helps to better smooth out the thighs to help better suit the contours of your body. Excess sagging skin around the thighs often results from loss of skin elasticity, weight fluctuations, and aging. To learn more about thigh lifts or other available body contouring options, contact our Philadelphia…

A tummy tuck, also referred to as abdominoplasty, is a surgical procedure that is intended to improve the abdominal contour. To learn more about a tummy tuck and other contouring options, contact our Philadelphia plastic surgery practice at 610-355-1929 to schedule a complimentary consultation today! Though you may be several weeks out from your tummy tuck procedure, it is never too early to start preparing for your surgery….

Many women who undergo breast augmentation tend to wonder if it will make a difference in how they exercise. Most women who undergo the procedure tend to continue enjoying their active lifestyles. If you have questions or concerns about breast augmentation, contact our Philadelphia practice at 610-355-1929 to schedule your consultation with our highly experience plastic surgeon. Exercise is beneficial to a person’s overall health, so we wouldn’t want anyone…

Cosmetic procedures are a very personal decision that not only helps to improve your appearance but your confidence as well. When we don’t feel good about how we look, it can take a large toll on how we feel. If you have been considering cosmetic surgery but are unsure of your options and have questions, contact David A. Bottger, M.D. at 610-355-1929 to schedule a cosmetic consultation. To…

As we age our skin begins losing its ability to hold moisture and is slower to heal. The unraveling of our skin’s elasticity and structure contributes to the wrinkling of the skin. Wrinkles are a natural part of aging, but luckily there are certain measures we can take to help in reducing their appearance. For those who are unhappy with their appearance due to lines…

When it comes to the topic of plastic or cosmetic surgery, many people wonder at what age you may be considered too old to undergo treatment. Realistically there is no age cut off for undergoing a procedure, as long as you are in good health and meet candidacy requirements, which our experienced Philadelphia plastic surgeon will go over with you during consultation. Life expectancy has…

There are currently a number of procedures that help your face look more youthful by reducing the appearance of lines and wrinkles that come with aging and other environmental factors, but what about the hands? Well as of last month, the FDA has approved Radiesse for the use of treatment on hands. This is the first injectable to be cleared by the FDA for the purpose of…

Millions of people in the U.S. receive Botox injections every year in order to help reduce the appearance of frown lines, furrows, wrinkles, and crows feet. Now new research has revealed a new benefit of Botox injections. The study which was recently published showed that injections may actually boost skin elasticity and collagen production. The study which was conducted by Dr. James Bonaparte of the University…