In tonight's show, we discussed the safety of botulinum toxin (Botox) and my 22 year experience injecting it.  There is NO EVIDENCE that long term use of Botox is harmful in any way.  We also began the discussion of how to choose between peels, lasers and Ulthera for facial rejuvenation. My guest this evening was Dr. Nanda, Chairman of neurosurgery at RWJBH, who discussed new advances in stroke management.

I get so many calls just a few weeks before the big day - from the bride but more commonly the mother of the bride - to help them look better and younger...  The focus is on you, and it is important to time it correctly so that you can look your best but not put yourself at risk for a day destroying complication!
So, on tonight's show, we discuss the time course for performing fillers, Botox, lasers, and surgical procedures.  This is a must listen to episode - if you are getting married, or your child is getting married, or if you have an important event coming up and you simply want to look as good as possible...

There are dozens of skincare products that tout the "detox" benefits of charcoal.  But it turns out that there's absolutely no science to this ingredient.  Find out why on tonight's show.  We also discussed the hidden benefits of Botox - it can actually decrease symptoms of depression.  And finally, we discussed the California phenomena of Botox being done in your home or in parties.

I've been using lasers since my days at Harvard Medical School beginning in 1981.  One of their most spectacular uses is to rejuvenate the face.  They can erase wrinkles and even out splotchy skin in a matter of minutes.  On tonight's show, we discussed the benefits and the problems with the fractionated CO2 laser.  Tune in to my last show on WABC before returning to WOR radio on January 5, 2019.

Platelet Rich Plasma is your own blood - minus the red and white blood cells.  It's plasma with platelets and it's being used to rejuvenate your skin...amongst other uses.  But do you think it works?  Turns out it may not do anything at all for your appearance.  Listen to tonight's show to learn about this (not so) new procedure.

People who show a lot of gum when they smile have "gummy smiles".  Plastic surgeons work with dentists to fix this problem.  Dr. Dean Vafiadis discusses how he removes gum tissue and places veneers on teeth to reduce gummy smile.  As a plastic surgeon, I inject wrinkle filler into the upper lip to drop it downward and I also inject Botox into hyperactive upper lip muscles.  
Tonight, we also discussed the meaning of board certification and how the American Board of Plastic Surgery is the "real" plastic surgery board.

Botox is the most popular procedure in all of plastic surgery.  With over 6 and a half million people having Botox last year, it is incredibly safe and incredibly effective.  On today's show, we discuss everything about Botox, from the injection technique, to its benefits, and its excellent safety profile.  Tune in!