Author Archives: Dr. Jeffrey Rockmore

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Belly Button After Tummy Tuck: Placement, Scarring, and What a Natural Result Looks Like

Patients considering a tummy tuck are often focused on the prospect of a slim waistline, but the belly button deserves just as much attention. As a board-certified plastic surgeon who has performed thousands of tummy tucks and body contouring procedures, I've found that a natural-looking navel is often what separates a good abdominoplasty result from …

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Why the Best Dermal Filler Brands Start With the Right Plan

When patients ask about the best dermal filler brands, I like to clarify that the "best" filler isn't a brand name; it's the one that's right for your face, anatomy, and specific concerns. After more than 25 years as a board-certified plastic surgeon in the Albany area offering injectable fillers, I've learned that product selection …

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Breast Implants Under vs. Over the Muscle? How Placement Shapes Your Look, Feel & Recovery

Even though many women considering breast augmentation initially think in terms of "over" or "under" the muscle regarding breast implant placement, the reality is more nuanced. Experienced, board-certified plastic surgeons, including Dr. Jeffrey Rockmore, rely on refined techniques such as biplanar, subfascial, and submuscular placement to achieve the best possible results. Why Placement Matters Breast …

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The Role of a Compression Garment After a Tummy Tuck

Let’s be honest: Recovery following tummy tuck surgery is no walk in the park. Besides swelling and discomfort, you’ll need to walk slightly hunched over for the first week and measure fluid captured by surgical drains. Topping it all off, you’ll have an elastic binder around your waist that you need to wear essentially 24/7 …

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Liquid Rhinoplasty vs. Traditional Rhinoplasty: Which Option Is Right for You?

For patients seeking to refine the shape of their nose, the decision between a liquid rhinoplasty and traditional rhinoplasty can be challenging. While one provides a nonsurgical, temporary option, the other delivers lasting structural change. Understanding how these two approaches compare—in terms of candidacy, outcomes, recovery, and longevity—can help you choose the right solution for …

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Rockmore Plastic Surgery

Sculptra® Butt Lift, Liquid Rhinoplasty & KYBELLA® Neck Lift: 3 Amazing Nonsurgical Options

We all know that the popularity of fillers, laser procedures, and BOTOX® is at an all-time high. And while these treatments are typically considered conservative options for age-related concerns, I've found that some artful innovation with nonsurgical technology and injectables is giving surgery a run for its money. From nonsurgical Sculptra butt lifts to liquid rhinoplasty …

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Truth Treatments Transdermal Serum & Balm

Vitamin C Skin Benefits

Vitamin C has been around for many years and for good reason. Known to brighten, lighten, and tighten the skin, this powerhouse ingredient increases collagen and elastin production, keeping your skin looking and feeling its best. Vitamin C can be found in serums, moisturizers, cleansers, and essences. But many people find themselves asking what vitamin …

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