Could your fat save your life: Emphatically YES! But how?

Well, we first have to look at the cosmetic medicine field. Yes, in this case the search for beauty may lead to health and longevity!

There is a rapidly expanding field of medicine called Regenerative Medicine. I have alluded to such regenerative techniques in previous blogs about using one's own blood serum to improve skin texture and build collagen - the Selphyl platelet rich plasma or media tagged "Vampire Facelift". Facial fat grafting of which I am quite passionate; is another form of regenerative medicine. Facial fat grafting patients not only look more youthful… Read More

Recently a recurring theme has been evident during patient consultations at my office. Many patients believe that they are requesting a cosmetic procedure to look better, younger, more attractive, etc. From an evolutionary perspective, we are part of the animal kingdom. Yes, we have a higher level of thought and emotions. Yet, we share two survival traits of all animals on earth. We strive to feed ourselves for survival ( We work for money to buy food, versus hunting on the Serengeti, or foraging for berries in the foliage). And we want to perpertuate our DNA/genes through procreation. This later instinctual drive is the basis of "Why We're Attracted"… Read More

Facebook is a very good interactive format for my friends and patients. (My patients are also my friends!) The below is a question and my reply that is based on the concept of the "Liquid Lift" Friend: "Dr T have you heard of Sculptra Aesthetics?" My reply: "Hello ____, Sculptra has a product that is an absorbable component that can be injected into the face for volume. It can be useful in thin patients who do not have enough of their own fat to replace lost facial volume. I prefer fat because it is the paitent's own tissue, last longer with much less complications and when combined with their own serum (Selphyl) and activated healing factors… Read More

I have recently had the honor to be a speaker at the 2011 American Academy of Cosmetic Surgeons Fall meeting on the Big Island of Hawaii.  It was exciting not only to present our philosophy and technique of facial fat grafting but to learn from my colleagues.  To listen to Dr. Tom's Ask the Expert Show on this topic, click onto the following link:  2011 Fall American Academy of Cosmetic Surgeons Update Dr Tom Presentation

A… Read More

We have heard it before; "She has such a youthful face, she’s in great shape but her hands give her age away.”  

But you can have younger hands by Monday.

We take our health seriously.  We exercise and eat well.  We even invest in our looks with various cosmetic treatments.  Yet our hands can belie our youthful image.

Hands are a miracle of the human body.  They allow us to build and create, to communicate even if we are not Italian, and to feel our environment.  Due to constant activity our hands are exposed to the environment as much as our faces.  Chronic sun exposure leads to age spots and thinning of the… Read More

Ice Cream Truths

I am in flight from family reunions in Vermont and Michigan, heading back to my coveted home of Santa Rosa.  Feeling lighter of spirit after spending time with my family I am glad there is no additional airline fee for the extra 5 lbs. of luggage on my girth!  Zerona laser here I come…

I recently posted on Facebook a photo of my extended family smiling outside a Ben & Jerry’s ice cream parlor in Burlington, VT.  Ice cream spontaneously creates smiles and laughter.  A welcome pleasure of life!

But of course excess (as observed in any Tom family reunion) can also be detrimental.  So how do we… Read More

Breast augmentation has now been proven to be safe for women desiring breast enhancement.  Yet because of the general public's increased breast cancer incidence, breast augmentation patients often have understandable concerns.  Below is a question I received from a 30+ year old patient of mine who had silicone implants placed 2 years ago.  She is an intelligent and strong independent woman who lives a very active and healthy lifestyle. 

Her recent facebook message to me:

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