Question 1

What is a reverse tummy tuck?

Accepted Answer

Also known as an upper tummy lift, this procedure is a lesser-known approach to body contouring that addresses the upper abdomen.

Question 2

How is Newsweek's America's Best Plastic Surgeons recognition determined?

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This recognition is based on a national evaluation developed by Newsweek in partnership with Statista, which includes peer recommendations, quality metrics, and board certification information.

Question 3

Why is a consultation important for treatment planning?

Accepted Answer

A consultation is crucial for determining the most appropriate and individualized treatment approach for each patient.

Question 4

What should I know about laser resurfacing recovery and results?

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Recovery is a vital part of the laser resurfacing process. Following post-treatment instructions diligently helps support skin healing, leading to beautiful skin results.

Question 5

Is plastic surgery truly scarless?

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Dr. Schuster clarifies that plastic surgery is generally not scarless; any incision on the skin will result in a permanent scar. The concept of 'scarless surgery' is often a marketing theme. However, the skill of a good plastic surgeon lies in making scars very difficult to see, often rendering them imperceptible. His practice is expert at hiding scars and promoting excellent skin healing to minimize their visibility.

Question 6

What happens if I gain weight after liposuction?

Accepted Answer

Dr. Schuster clarifies a common myth: liposuction does not cause fat to relocate or direct where fat goes in the body. During liposuction, fat cells are permanently removed from the treated area. If you gain weight after liposuction, it's because existing fat cells (not new ones) accumulate fat. Since the treated area has fewer fat cells, excess fat from consuming too many calories will be stored first in other untreated body areas, such as the arms, butt, or breasts. Liposuction does not change your metabolism or provide a 'license to eat' excessively. Weight gain is influenced by exercise, genetics, and calorie intake, and maintaining results requires a balanced diet.

Question 7

What are Dr. Schuster's key recovery tips after rhinoplasty (after splint/stitches removal)?

Accepted Answer

After the splint and stitches are removed, Dr. Schuster recommends continuing to sleep with your head elevated to help reduce facial swelling. It is crucial to avoid drinking alcohol and smoking, as these decrease blood supply to the facial skin. Patients should not pick or blow their nose and should keep their hands away from the nose area for approximately six to eight weeks. Additionally, avoid wearing glasses (sunglasses or regular) to prevent putting pressure on the nasal bridge, especially if bones were cut and narrowed, as this can shift things out of place. Always consult your doctor to determine when it's safe to resume activities that might affect the nose.

Question 8

What is Dr. Schuster's consultation process like?

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During a consultation, Dr. Schuster prioritizes listening to patient concerns and goals, conducting a thorough examination, and guiding patients through the available treatment options to help them make informed decisions.

Question 9

What is the Nefertiti Neck Lift?

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The Nefertiti Neck Lift is a nonsurgical neck lift performed using precision injections of Botox to tighten and lift the neck and jawline.

Question 10

How does Dr. Schuster help patients choose between surgical and injectable treatments?

Accepted Answer

Dr. Schuster emphasizes that both surgery and injectables are valid treatment options, each suitable for different situations. He believes patients should understand the distinctions between these treatments before committing to a procedure. A consultation is a key process used by his practice to determine the most suitable treatment option for each patient's specific concerns.

Question 11

What is Dr. Schuster's Lateral Pull-Through Technique for gynecomastia correction?

Accepted Answer

Dr. Schuster performs the Advanced Art of Gynecomastia Correction using the Lateral Pull-Through Technique, an advanced operation he has utilized for over 15 years. This technique corrects the majority of gynecomastia and reshapes the chest through a very short incision located on the side of the chest, avoiding a scar on the lower border of the areola. Dr. Schuster believes this lateral approach prevents common complications like irregularities, skin retractions, and crater deformities by not violating tissues directly connected to the nipple and areola incision. He finds this technique works great for the vast majority of patients, though he acknowledges other surgeons achieve excellent results with different methods.

Question 12

What are Dr. Schuster's views and experience with Ideal structured breast implants?

Accepted Answer

Dr. Schuster offers traditional saline, silicone gel, and Ideal structured implants for breast augmentation. He has been an early adopter of Ideal implants, offering them since their FDA approval approximately five years ago. He is extremely satisfied with them, and his patients report excellent results. Ideal implants are suitable for the vast majority of women, combining the feel of silicone gel with the safety profile of saline, which eliminates concerns about a broken silicone implant. Many patients specifically request Ideal implants due to their safety profile and performance, which Dr. Schuster has observed to be better than traditional saline and silicone gel implants after five years of use.

Question 13

What are Dr. Schuster's treatment options for frowns and downturned mouth corners?

Accepted Answer

Dr. Schuster offers non-surgical treatments like Botox and fillers as popular and effective ways to address frowns and downturned mouth corners. Botox can be precisely injected into the corners of the mouth and chin to prevent frowning, soften the chin, and prevent the mouth corners from lowering. Fillers work by adding volume to lift the mouth corners, though the lift is typically less dramatic than with Botox. While surgery is an option, Dr. Schuster generally reserves it as a last resort for these concerns due to the potential for scarring.

Question 14

What is gynecomastia, and how is it effectively treated?

Accepted Answer

Gynecomastia is defined as abnormal breast enlargement in males, affecting 50-60% of boys and men. It involves glandular breast tissue, which is distinct from fat and cannot be reduced or eliminated through diet, exercise, or most medications. Anti-estrogen blocking medications, sometimes used by bodybuilders, are not advisable for long-term health. Dr. Schuster emphasizes that surgery is the only successful and necessary treatment for gynecomastia. The good news is that the surgery is highly effective, and the removed breast tissue cannot grow back. He strongly recommends seeking treatment, stating it can be one of the best decisions for a patient's life.

Question 15

What are your top tips for reducing swelling quickly after rhinoplasty, and how long does the major swelling last?

Accepted Answer

After the splint and stitches are removed, Dr. Schuster recommends continuing to sleep with your head elevated to help reduce facial swelling. It is crucial to avoid drinking alcohol and smoking, as these decrease blood supply to the facial skin. Patients should not pick or blow their nose and should keep their hands away from the nose area for approximately six to eight weeks. Additionally, avoid wearing glasses (sunglasses or regular) to prevent putting pressure on the nasal bridge, especially if bones were cut and narrowed, as this can shift things out of place. Always consult your doctor to determine when it's safe to resume activities that might affect the nose.

Question 16

What are the common causes of gynecomastia in adult men, and is surgery the only effective treatment?

Accepted Answer

Gynecomastia is defined as abnormal breast enlargement in males, affecting 50-60% of boys and men. It involves glandular breast tissue, which is distinct from fat and cannot be reduced or eliminated through diet, exercise, or most medications. Anti-estrogen blocking medications, sometimes used by bodybuilders, are not advisable for long-term health. Dr. Schuster emphasizes that surgery is the only successful and necessary treatment for gynecomastia. The good news is that the surgery is highly effective, and the removed breast tissue cannot grow back. He strongly recommends seeking treatment, stating it can be one of the best decisions for a patient's life.

Question 17

How do I know if I'm a candidate for injectables versus needing surgery for my specific concerns?

Accepted Answer

Dr. Schuster emphasizes that both surgery and injectables are valid treatment options, each suitable for different situations. He believes patients should understand the distinctions between these treatments before committing to a procedure. A consultation is a key process used by his practice to determine the most suitable treatment option for each patient's specific concerns.

Question 18

If you gain weight after liposuction, does the fat really go to other areas of your body, and how much weight gain is 'too much'?

Accepted Answer

Dr. Schuster clarifies a common myth: liposuction does not cause fat to relocate or direct where fat goes in the body. During liposuction, fat cells are permanently removed from the treated area. If you gain weight after liposuction, it's because existing fat cells (not new ones) accumulate fat. Since the treated area has fewer fat cells, excess fat from consuming too many calories will be stored first in other untreated body areas, such as the arms, butt, or breasts. Liposuction does not change your metabolism or provide a 'license to eat' excessively. Weight gain is influenced by exercise, genetics, and calorie intake, and maintaining results requires a balanced diet.

Question 19

What does Dr. Schuster say about their approach?

Accepted Answer

Dr. Ronald Schuster prefers to combine an upper tummy lift with a mini tummy tuck for patients who do not require a full tummy tuck, to avoid a typical scar around the belly button.

Question 20

What does Dr. Schuster say about their techniques?

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I believe that by doing the surgery, getting the surgery done completely through this lateral approach, I do not get irregularities and skin retractions and crater deformities and all these bad results that I read about. Dr. Schuster has figured out how to make the lateral pull-through technique work effectively, and he finds it works great.

Question 21

What does Dr. Schuster say about their training and credentials?

Accepted Answer

I'm excited to be able to offer the ideal implant and I've offered them since it's been FDA approved, I think for probably about five years or so. I've used them since inception and I've been extremely happy with them, so I've been an early adopter, so to speak.

Question 22

What does Dr. Schuster say about consultations?

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I listen to what their concerns are and I take them very seriously. I examine them. I need to listen to the woman's goals and their concerns and then help them pick from the many options that might be available. Dr. Ronald Schuster believes that surgeons should clearly explain procedures to patients to ensure they fully understand what they are undertaking.

Question 23

What does Dr. Schuster say about what they specialize in?

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The doctor's practice has a particular niche in performing a lot of gynecomastia surgeries. Dr. Ronald Schuster's favorite surgery to perform is rhinoplasty.

Question 24

What does Dr. Schuster say about recovery?

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Dr. Ronald Schuster advises his patients to lubricate their face well with Aquaphor during recovery.

Question 25

What does Dr. Schuster say about the technology they use?

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Dr. Ronald Schuster uses both CO2 and Erbium lasers for resurfacing.

Question 26

What does Dr. Schuster say about safety?

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I have been using the ideal implants since its beginning and at that time they had five-year data and I was very comfortable using the implant with their recognized risks because it fit right in line with the other manufacturers.

Question 27

What does Dr. Schuster say about results?

Accepted Answer

Dr. Ronald Schuster states that certain neck operations are particularly effective for younger patients because their skin will shrink back to conform to the new shape he creates.

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