Author Archives: Dr. Parker

Parker Center for Plastic Surgery

Tighten & Tone With InMode

Minimally invasive skin tightening, facial rejuvenation, & body contouring With InMode and The Parker Center, you can get dramatic results without the risks or downtime of surgery. Using targeted radiofrequency (RF) energy, InMode treatments safely and effectively remodel tissues to tighten loose skin, reduce fat, and improve contours nearly anywhere on the face or body …

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Parker Center for Plastic Surgery

Is Breast Augmentation Right for You?

For many years, breasts have represented femininity, nurturing and sexuality. Small breasts may be associated with feelings of low self esteem and diminished femininity. In an effort to remedy this problem, women have used special bras and inserts to create fuller breasts. With the increasing popularity and safety of , women are increasingly enhancing the size …

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What to Expect from Your Breast Augmentation Procedure

Many patients are interested in enhancing their curves with breast implants. But, those not familiar with breast augmentation may be unsure of what to expect. We often remind our breast augmentation patients here in New Jersey that the surgery follows 3 general steps: a consultation, the procedure, and recovery. By knowing what to expect before …

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Is Customized Skincare Worth the Hype?

Is it just us, or does it seem like personalization is the new black? Social media is awash with promos for tailor-made goods including jeans cut to your measurements, personalized vitamin blends, and subscription boxes geared towards your personal tastes. This trend extends to skincare. Perhaps you’ve seen the ads for Curology, Y’OUR, or other …

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Why Do Surgeons Still Use Textured Implants? And 8 More Questions You Have About BIA-ALCL, Answered by a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

In 2011, the plastic surgery community and the FDA noted a possible link between a rare form of cancer called ALCL, or anaplastic large cell lymphoma, and breast implants. Back then, we didn’t even know whether breast implants were a real risk factor. There simply were too few cases to make a connection. Today, while …

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Dr. Paul M. Parker Answers Your Questions About the Allergan Recall of Textured Breast Implants

Here at The Parker Center, one of our primary goals is ensuring our patients are well-informed and up-to-date on medical news that is pertinent to their safety. Yesterday, July 24, 2019, the FDA and breast implant manufacturer Allergan announced a voluntary recall of all Allergan BIOCELL textured breast implants. Understandably, this news has led to …

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