Giving Back During the Season of Giving Thanks Posted on November 2, 2017 By Dr. Edward Gross Thanksgiving is approaching quickly. When we're not wrapped up in the hustle and bustle of family gatherings, preparing our favorite dishes, and getting a head start on holiday shopping, this is an important time of year to slow down and consider the people and things that we're most grateful for--and how we can pay our … Read More
Putting Your Best Face Forward: A Spectrum of Possibilities Posted on February 7, 2017 By Dr. Edward Gross One of the most important jobs of a facial plastic surgeon is recommending the most appropriate treatment plan. That comes from a personal examination and an honest discussion about the patient's short-term and long-term aesthetic goals. Sometimes, it also means looking beyond a patient's initial request and thinking about what will really get him or … Read More
How Plastic Surgery Benefits Veterans Posted on November 11, 2015 By Dr. Edward Gross I have a natural passion for helping people. It's a large part of what led me to my career as facial plastic surgeon. There's no feeling quite like the one that comes after watching a patient see smooth skin again where wrinkles used to be or watching a rhinoplasty patient see a reshaped nose for … Read More
Ask the Surgeon: Timing Your Facelift Surgery Posted on September 30, 2015 By Dr. Edward Gross Patients interested in getting facelift surgery at my Orlando-area practice often wonder about issues of timing. The procedure is an excellent way to turn back the clock on the signs of aging, but it's important to plan it for a time that's right for a person's lifestyle. Let's take a look at some of the … Read More
Is There Such a Thing as the Perfect Face? Posted on September 28, 2015 By Dr. Edward Gross Plastic surgeons hear from our patients often that they want the "perfect face" after a rhinoplasty or a facelift, for instance. But as I tell my Orlando patients, what's perfect for one person may not be perfect for the next. That being said, there are certainly some common ideals of beauty. Recently, researchers have attempted … Read More
How does Lifestyle Lift work? Posted on August 31, 2015 By Dr. Edward Gross Much has been written about Lifestyle Lift, the cosmetic surgery company that recently folded. Lifestyle Lift was the marketing brainchild of Kris Kent, a doctor of Osteopathy and dermatologist in Troy, Michigan. It launched in 2004 as a company that provided low cost cosmetic surgery on a nationwide basis. Centers quickly sprung up around the country and … Read More
My Approach to Facial Rejuvenation Posted on August 3, 2015 By Dr. Edward Gross One of the most significant developments in the aesthetic field in recent years is the increased availability of effective non-surgical alternatives to the traditional facelift. The men and women I treat have the option of injectables, such as JUVÉDERM VOLUMA® XC, or completely non-invasive treatments such as Ultherapy®. Patients who visit one of our locations … Read More
In Their Words: Real Patients Tell Why They Got Facial Surgery Posted on March 24, 2015 By Dr. Edward Gross I'm confident that most of my colleagues would agree that hearing patients describe their excitement and appreciation for their surgical results is the perhaps greatest reward of our chosen profession. The women and men I treat at my Orlando practice — whether for a facelift or BOTOX® injections — inspire me each and every day. I'd … Read More
1 Step to Successful Facial Enhancement Posted on February 23, 2015 By Dr. Edward Gross I've found that most patients considering cosmetic surgery diligently research the procedure they're interested in before choosing a plastic surgeon. They are familiar with various techniques, have looked at before-and-after photos, and even participated in online discussions with past patients. That's all important, but the No. 1 thing facial enhancement patients can do to ensure … Read More
My Specialized Approach to Buccal Fat Removal Posted on February 5, 2015 By Dr. Edward Gross The image of a grandmother pinching her grandchild's chubby cheeks is definitely endearing. But for some people, those round, childish cheeks persist into adulthood. That can be frustrating, especially for men and women who keep in good physical shape and would prefer a slimmer, more refined profile. The culprit is enlarged buccal fat, which is … Read More