James J. Romano, MD BACKGROUND INFORMATION Over the years the technique of liposuction to remove excess fat tissue has steadily improved. Suction-assisted lipectomy (SAL) has undergone many modifications and improvements to become one of the most important tools in the…
James J. Romano, MD The best recovery after plastic surgery begins with careful preparation. This involves all of the things we teach you and provide as covered in the previous section. Taken together these best decisions and best measures, prepared mutually, lead…
James J. Romano, MD More people are taking advantage of improving the look around their eyes—not only with makeup, skin treatments, or products, but with surgery as well. During the past few years, the fields of cosmetic surgery and professional…
James J. Romano, MD There are an increasing number of women seeking mammography for various reasons. Here are some useful suggestions to keep in mind for your next mammogram: Research the facility where you are going to have your mammogram…
James J. Romano, MD Gynecomastia is usually strictly defined as the visible or palpable development of breast tissue in men. The term comes from the Greek words gyne meaning “woman” and mastos meaning “breast.” In practical terms, this means abnormally…
James J. Romano, MD 1) In what areas can be fat be grafted in the body? a: Any area where fat exists in the subcutaneous space. 2) Where is the fat removed from? a: Areas where you have an excess…
James J. Romano, MD This needs to be individualized with proper goals in mind. It must incorporate into your lifestyle and be a permanent state of mind. We do not subscribe to fad diets or quick-fix medications. High-calorie diets and…
A Myth or Reality: A Prospective Randomized, Controlled Trial of Two Therapies, Endermologie and Aminophylline Cream Collis, Elliot, Sharpe et al. Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Volume 104, Number 4, September 1999, pages 1110-1117 Reviewed by James J. Romano, MD There…
James J. Romano, MD The desire for a healthy, reduced, contoured, shapely, and smooth body is precisely the reason that plastic surgery for body contouring and weight reduction surgery complement each other so nicely. Plastic surgery for this purpose dates…
James J. Romano, MD Anticipating plastic surgery, Dr. Romano knows, involves a great deal of commitment and research on the part of his patients. With this in mind, Dr. Romano calls attention to the most important element of his personal practice…