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Women in the Queens, New York area who are unhappy with their long or “high” forehead may be unable to address the problem with hairstyle changes or creative contouring techniques with cosmetics and makeup. A high forehead can cause an imbalance in the harmony of the facial structure that can negatively impact its appearance. With […]
Women with a wider jaw may find that their facial shape takes on a more masculine appearance. Many women are interested in obtaining a more feminine face shape, commonly associated with a V-shaped jaw. V-line facial contouring is just one of the many facial procedures performed at the practice of Dr. Edmund Kwan, facial and […]
Both men and women who have excess fat in the midsection may struggle with controlling it using diet and exercise alone. This area is often stubborn when it comes to contouring it in a more natural manner. New York City area patients interested in targeting this area with plastic surgery may want to visit a […]
When women in the New York City area are looking to enhance their body shape and improve the size and volume of their chest, they are often interested in speaking with a plastic surgeon about the benefits of breast implants. Patients looking for a “plastic surgeon near me” in the state of New York will […]
One tell-tale sign of aging is the formation of fine lines and wrinkles in the facial area. Additionally, the eyes, known as the “windows to the soul,” can also contribute to not only an aged appearance but a tired one. This is often due to the formation of dark circles under the eyes from volume […]
Men with a square jaw may have an attractive overall appearance. However, this same contour on a woman appears as a more masculine trait. The female facial contours are often more attractive when they naturally have a more oval or heart-shaped, angular jawline. Because of this, women who are looking to reduce the contours of […]
With each passing year, men and women notice changes in their facial skin. This includes the formation of fine lines and wrinkles, commonly caused by increased skin laxity after the natural loss of collagen and elastin. Dr. Edmund Kwan is a New York City plastic surgeon who sees patients daily, looking at options for improving […]
Every ethnicity has specific characteristics in the facial elements. For Asian patients, many individuals do not have a natural fold in the upper eyelid or a “double eyelid.” To enhance one’s facial appearance, Asian individuals may choose to undergo plastic surgery to create this fold. Asian eyelid surgery is just one of many procedures performed […]
Many Asian patients in the NYC area who are concerned about the shape and appearance of the bridge of their nose may consider the benefits of plastic surgery, specifically a nose job or “rhinoplasty.” The rhinoplasty procedure is a highly desirable option for individuals who feel their nose is not in balance or harmony with […]
One of the best ways to address dynamic folds and wrinkles of the face that are contributing to an aged appearance is with the use of cosmetic injectables. While many patients in the New York City area may believe that plastic surgery procedures such as browlifts and facelifts are the only way to go, this […]
Men and women with a weak chin or jaw area may believe their only treatment option is plastic surgery. However, with continued advancements in surgical techniques and modalities, there are other solutions that are available to patients. NYC area patients considering a non-surgical approach to jawline contouring will want to book a consultation with Dr. […]
Dynamic wrinkles are wrinkles and folds that develop on the face due to muscle contractions. When you frown, laugh, or smile, various areas of the facial skin are impacted. Over time, wrinkles become more profound and more noticeable. To combat this, Dr. Edmund Kwan of the NYC area may recommend wrinkle reduction using Botox injections. […]