Skincare and skinhealth make up a large part of our practice at Aviva Plastic Surgery, and Alla Fishman, medical aesthetician and key member of our expert team, recently spoke to us about the benefits of microneedling. “I have been a medical aesthetician for 28 years, and skincare is my passion,” says Alla. “Skin health is… Read More
Injectable dermal fillers, like Restylane, Juvederm, Sculptra, and Radiesse, are an important tool in non-surgical facial contouring both in the field of aesthetic medicine and in our practice. Dr. Inessa Fishman, our facial plastic surgeon, enjoys using a variety of fillers for sculpting multiple facial features–the temples, forehead, nose, cheeks, lips, chin and jawline–and likes… Read More
While not commonly discussed by medical professionals, intimate health and labia concerns are common among women of all ages. Some women are bothered by excessive tissue or asymmetry within the labia, while others note changes after pregnancy, childbirth, weight changes, and aging. Most women do not know that there are treatment options that offer high… Read More
Women’s wellness is a key part of the our practice at Aviva Plastic Surgery, and Dr. Shaya Taghechian, our women’s wellness expert and Board-Certified Urologist, recently shared with us her thoughts about vaginal rejuvenation. “Votiva is one of the most popular treatments that I perform in the office,” says Dr. Taghechian. “We as women go… Read More
More than 90% of women are affected by cellulite, a bothersome genetic condition that affects women of a wide variety of ages, body types, and weights. Cellulite isn’t fat, and it isn’t caused by diet. The genetics predisposing cellulite cause overly tight collagen bands, which tether the skin and create the depressions and dimples responsible… Read More
With masks being a recently quintessential part of our wardrobe, our eyes have taken on a greater role in our appearance than ever. Sparkling, bright eyes, framed by healthy lashes and luminous skin, relay vitality and interest, and in our practice, we offer a variety of treatments to help your eyes look their best. The… Read More
Restylane, Juvederm, Voluma—injectable dermal fillers are a popular treatment option to sculpt cheekbones, hydrate and volumize lips, and create chiseled jawlines. Dermal fillers are also growing in popularity in various areas of the body and are becoming more commonly used to smooth the back of thin or veiny hands and improve the skin texture of… Read More
Many patients come to Aviva Plastic Surgery wanting aesthetic changes in their facial appearance, and depending on their individual goals and anatomy, our team recommends a variety of treatments to reduce or add facial volume, chisel the cheeks, and improve the harmony of facial features. Enlarged Masseter Muscles Genetics, stress, and tooth-grinding (also called “bruxism”)… Read More
While surgical rhinoplasty remains one of our most popular procedures, not everyone is ready to go under the knife. “Lots of patients—especially younger people—want to explore the idea of a non-surgical rhinoplasty,” says our facial plastic surgeon, Dr. Inessa Fishman. “The appeal of improving the appearance of the nose without the anesthesia requirement and downtime… Read More
Surgical facial rejuvenation—whether facelifting, blepharoplasty, or fat grafting—is a big component of our practice, and it is a powerful tool to rejuvenate one’s appearance. Turning back the clock, appearing energetic and vibrant—these are the benefits of a facelift, and meticulous care in the post-surgical period is very important for a good outcome. Our facial plastic… Read More
