Plastic surgery for men in the NYC tri-state area,
tailored to their unique needs and goals

Putting your best face forward

The most common men’s plastic surgery procedures include rhinoplasties to reshape the nose and blepharoplasties to awaken the eyes. Generally, women’s skin is thinner than men’s skin. So, the effects of aging may be noticeable earlier among female patients; for instance, women may have visible crow’s feet around their eyes starting in the mid-20s. Men may not notice such effects for another 5 to 10 years. While the effects of aging show up later, a man’s face, changes can be dramatic; for example, large, thick furrows around the eyes may need to be improved with a surgical eyelift. Often, Edmund Kwan, MD’s male patients first notice deep frown lines on the forehead. A brow lift combined with blepharoplasty corrects bags or furrows above and under the eyes.

Likewise, nonsurgical treatments like Botox prevent expression lines from arising or minimize the appearance of existing wrinkles. Injectable Botox relaxes the muscles; they can’t contract and make worry or frown lines.

Symmetry is a characteristic shared by attractive men and attractive women. Yet, Dr. Kwan knows the differences between characteristics male patients generally covet versus those female patients perceive as desirable. Likewise, men tend to have comparatively stronger ligaments and supportive tissues, larger faces and bulkier necks, and more vascular skin than women, and male patients frequently request more rugged features, such as:

• Prominent brow ridges
• Deep-set eyes
• Squared-off and angular jaws
• Heavier jawlines

These results may be achieved with a needle or scalpel. Injectable dermal fillers add volume in the tear troughs and upper cheek, correcting a gaunt or hollowed-out appearance. Dr. Kwan can also inject a small quantity of fat into sunken upper eyelids or the lower eyelid region where prominent wrinkles form. Patients also benefit from simulated results of facial procedures, courtesy of the Vectra 3D imaging system, as well as Dr. Kwan’s extensive experience with patients representing a diverse array of ethnic backgrounds.

Boosting body confidence

The fastest-growing procedures to contour men’s bodies include liposuction and abdominoplasty (or tummy tuck). Sex-specific fat refers to differences between how men and women gain weight. Women tend to store fat around the hips and thighs; men often dislike their potbellies and love handles.

Stubborn, localized fat may be reduced with liposuction. Accessed through small incisions, fat is suctioned out through a hollow tube or cannula. Thick and elastic skin shrinks down and conforms nicely to most men’s newfound lean and athletic contours.

If you’re among men with laxity caused by significant weight loss, you may be a better candidate for abdominoplasty. Liposuction doesn’t tighten loose skin. Tummy tucks are versatile; excess fat and skin may be removed and weakened or separated muscles may be restored for a smoother, firmer six pack. Liposuction combined with abdominoplasty improves love handles. Both procedures are suitable for men who have consistently been at or near their healthy goal weight. Men with substantial intra-abdominal fat can benefit from diet and exercise or weight loss surgeries.

Improved confidence awaits

There are limitations to addressing nuances between men and women. Ultimately, there is only one you. Call to schedule your personalized consultation at one of Edmund Kwan, MD’s three locations in Manhattan, Queens and Fort Lee, NJ – exceptional expertise without the cost-prohibitive NYC-area price tag.