This year I was honored to be selected by Mentor Worldwide LLC (one of the world leaders in breast implants) to join their LEAD Program. LEAD stands for “leadership, experience, and development in breast augmentation,” and it is an elite advisory board offered to approximately 35 of the top breast-focused plastic surgeons in the nation. …
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Author Archives: Dr. Robert Cohen
In Dr. Randquist’s practice, the implants he uses are not only textured, but the majority of them are also anatomically shaped. What this means is that the upper part of the implant is thinner, and the implant gets thicker towards the bottom, imitating the shape of a natural breast from a side view. There are …
Read MoreAs an aesthetic surgery fellow, I had the opportunity in 2004-2005 to work with an implant company called Silimed, which made a very high-quality textured cohesive silicone gel implant. Working with Dr. Grant Stevens (one of the principle investigators on the FDA approved Silimed implant study) in Marina Del Rey, CA, I had the opportunity …
Read MoreAs a background, there has been a large split in which implants are used in the U.S. versus Europe. Most of the difference can be attributed to the false concern in the early 1990s that silicone might cause autoimmune disorders. Thankfully, after massive medical studies, it was conclusively shown that silicone implants do not cause …
Read MoreI was recently one of five plastic surgeons nationwide to be invited to participate in a unique surgical experience. I was flown to Stockholm, Sweden to spend time with Dr. Charles Randquist, one of the premier plastic surgeons in Europe. Dr. Randquist has likely placed more textured anatomical implants than any other surgeon alive. Since, …
Read MoreWomen aren’t the only ones seeking plastic surgery in Phoenix. During the past several years, more men have been scheduling consultations with me to find out how plastic surgery can improve their personal and professional images. Although there are a number of procedures that can be beneficial for men, I find that liposuction is one …
Read MoreAt my Phoenix area plastic surgery practice, I am always searching for innovative new methods and materials to give my patients the best possible outcome from surgery. One product that has greatly improved my ability to create soft, natural-looking breasts for patients undergoing revision surgery is an FDA-approved material called Strattice™. What is Strattice? Strattice …
Read MoreI am fortunate to have a clientele that includes women from throughout the Southwest, as well as other parts of the country and the world. I believe this is because I have dedicated myself 100% to achieving outstanding results for my patients in an atmosphere of safety, compassion and respect. My reputation as a top …
Read MoreUnlike most of us, who carefully balance our budgets and spend within our means, our governmental bodies tend to spend recklessly and without regard to the consequences. Periodically, government officials will take a step back, say 'Oops" and scramble to find more ways to wring money out of citizens. Sometimes this means handing out more …
Read MoreLast summer, I heard about a new product that was scheduled for release this year, and I was very enthusiastic about its potential. The product, Exparel®, is produced by Pacira Pharmaceuticals and is FDA approved. Exparel is an injectable numbing medication that lasts for up to 72 hours and is designed to replace the need …
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