Yearly Archives: 2018

female body builder

A Board Certified Plastic Surgeon Answers Your Top 4 Questions About Breast Augmentation for Bodybuilders

People often ask what my typical breast augmentation patient is like. Having performed thousands of breast augmentation procedures over my career, I can tell you there is no “typical” patient, other than a woman who wants to improve her breast contours. Many female bodybuilders have come to me hoping to accomplish exactly that—and breast augmentation …

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Alzheimer’s Disease Affects More Women Than Men. Here’s Why.

Dr. Parker and our team are passionate about helping people live their very best lives, not only in our day-to-day work, but also by giving back to our community. One organization we proudly support is Alzheimer’s New Jersey, which provides assistance to patients and families as well as funds research. Given that Alzheimer’s disease affects …

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Should You Be Eating a Microbiome Diet?

One look at a magazine shelf and you’re bound to see the latest fad diet being touted by a svelte celebrity figure. Ketogenic, Paleo, South Beach, Whole30, Anti-Inflammatory Diet...the list goes on. It’s no wonder so many of us feel overwhelmed by diet tips. You’ve also likely experienced that what works for one body doesn’t …

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Minimalism Isn’t Just for Your Home or Closet—Discover the Joy of Simplifying Your Beauty Routine

From Swedish death cleaning to the KonMari decluttering method, minimalism is having a moment. While cleaning up clutter, fixing hoarding habits, and making your environment more peaceful takes time and dedication, we can help make simplifying your beauty routine easier. Here are a few tips for getting started. Stick with a few key skincare products …

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Looking for dramatic, beautiful butt lift results? Learn how new technology helps Dr. Parker create a better Brazilian butt lift

For several years, the Brazilian butt lift has been gaining popularity among patients wishing for a fuller, rounder and more attractive derrière. Safer, more natural-looking and longer-lasting than butt implants, this specialized fat grafting procedure starts with liposuction to the hips, lower back, thighs, and/or abdomen to create a nice frame for the buttocks. A …

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What Happens When Your Birth Plan Goes Off Track? Jessica Biel Discusses Her Emergency C-Section

Things in life don’t always go according to plan—and that statement is never more true than when it comes to pregnancy and motherhood. Actress Jessica Biel learned that first-hand this past spring with the arrival of her son Silas, according to Self.com. Childbirth 101: Prepare to be unprepared Despite all of her planning—including hoarding baby …

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The 5 Best Online Resources for New Moms

Congratulations: you're going to be a mom! Chances are you're experiencing a rainbow of emotions, from elation and anticipation to fear and uncertainty. Thankfully, this is totally normal—and nearly every mom out there has been in the same boat. Because so many amazing mamas have been where you are, there are a plethora of resources …

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Is CoolSculpting a Good Option for Male Breast Reduction?

Non-surgical fat reduction has become an increasingly popular option—and our New Jersey CoolSculpting® patients will happily tell you how much they love seeing results without downtime. While we love being able to provide our patients with non-invasive solutions to some of their biggest concerns, there are limitations to what many non-surgical treatments can do compared …

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