williams-center-logo-full MENU 518-730-7097 Blog in Albany, NY BEGIN YOUR JOURNEY How to Prepare for Breast Augmentation September 14, 2021 Dr. Alain Polynice Breast Augmentation, Blog Once you have decided that breast augmentation is right for you, the next step is to properly prepare for the surgery. Most patients find this task quite daunting as there are mountains of information out there and it can be difficult to sift through it all. One of the most common questions we get asked… READ MORE 5 Myths About Chin Implants & Chin Augmentation August 31, 2021 Dr. Williams Other Facial Procedures, Blog 1. Chin Augmentation is a High-Risk Procedure Chin augmentation or chin implantation is a minimally invasive surgical procedure and by no means is considered high-risk. It can add prominence to the chin to help achieve better harmony of the facial features. The procedure is quick, taking less than one hour to perform, and involves the… READ MORE Is Otoplasty Cosmetic Ear Surgery Covered by Insurance? August 25, 2021 Dr. Williams Other Facial Procedures, Blog Unfortunately, this is not a straightforward answer. Otoplasty is most often a cosmetic, elective operation. Thus, it is typically not covered by insurance. However, there are instances when insurance companies may pay for the procedure based on its reasoning. Unfortunately, there are no fixed rules for what determines if an otoplasty is covered by insurance or not, and it is ultimately up to the individual… READ MORE When is a Blepharoplasty Medically Necessary? June 21, 2021 Dr. Williams Facial Procedures, Blepharoplasty, Blog A blepharoplasty, or eyelid surgery, is a procedure that removes excess skin, muscle, and/or fat from the eyelids. There are both cosmetic and functional reasons to have this surgery. A frequently asked question from patients is, “When is a blepharoplasty a medically necessary procedure?” The first aspect to consider is the motivation for seeking surgical… READ MORE How Long Does a Brazilian Butt Lift Last? May 25, 2021 Dr. Alain Polynice Body Procedures, Brazilian Butt Lift In order to explain the longevity of the results of a Brazilian butt lift (BBL), it’s important to understand what the surgery is, how it’s performed, and the factors that impact how long the results can last. The Brazilian butt lift is actually not a lift at all — but rather a technique that transfers… READ MORE Is My Facelift Covered by Insurance? April 21, 2021 Dr. Williams Facial Procedures, Facelift When researching cosmetic surgery options, many patients wonder if health insurance will pay for all or some surgical expenses. Typically, facelift surgeries are not covered by insurance. For a surgery to be covered by health insurance, there usually needs to be a functional issue that can be addressed surgically after all available conservative and non-surgical… READ MORE Is BBL Surgery Safe? April 14, 2021 Dr. Alain Polynice Body Procedures, Brazilian Butt Lift Popularity surrounding the Brazilian butt lift surgery has soared in the past decade as the procedure can produce a more ample posterior and desirable curves. Since 2015, the number of Brazilian butt lifts (BBL) performed globally has grown by 78%, according to a survey by the International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery. Brazilian butt lift… READ MORE How Much Does a Rhinoplasty Cost? March 16, 2021 Dr. Williams Facial Procedures, Rhinoplasty At the Plastic Surgery Center at Williams, we recognize that a patient’s decision to have rhinoplasty surgery is an investment of both their time and financial resources. The cost of a plastic surgery procedure is a question we receive often — and it’s certainly an important topic for discussion. In searching for a plastic surgeon… READ MORE 10 Common Liposuction Myths February 22, 2021 Dr. Alain Polynice Body Procedures, Liposuction With more than 400,000 surgeries performed each year, liposuction remains one of the most performed cosmetic procedures in the United States. When performed by a board-certified plastic surgeon, liposuction is an effective and safe procedure. As with any medical procedure, it’s important to do your homework, research surgeons in your area who frequently perform liposuction,… READ MORE Cost of a Mommy Makeover Surgery February 16, 2021 Dr. Alain Polynice Body Procedures, Mommy Makeover One of the most asked questions about plastic surgery is, “How much does the surgery cost?” This is certainly an important, although complex, question. But before we talk about cost, let’s define what a mommy makeover is. 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