Rockmore Plastic Surgery Blog

Woman considers EMSCULPT to lose fat and tone muscle without surgery.

EMSCULPT®: Lose Fat & Tone Up Without Surgery

When it came time to expand my product offerings and incorporate new machines, EMSCULPT was high on the priority list for my Troy, NY, practice. I’m thrilled to now offer this innovative, noninvasive fat reduction treatment designed to tone and strengthen muscles and burn fat beyond what exercise alone can achieve. For those who are committed …

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Don't Mom-Shame the Mommy Makeover

Don’t Mom-Shame the Mommy Makeover

When I talk to potential mommy makeover patients, "mom-shaming" is one of the biggest hesitations they bring up around having plastic surgery. They worry naysayers across social media will discredit them for taking the "easy way out" when it comes to looking and feeling better after baby. What is mom-shaming? It occurs when people push …

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A woman and man go on a jog to prepare for their liposuction procedures.

Liposuction Isn’t a Shortcut–It’s a Motivator

It's only been a couple of months since New Year's Day and, if you're like many people, the commitment to keeping resolutions may be starting to fade. Exercising and leading a healthier lifestyle typically tops the to-do lists for most people, and most people need the motivation to maintain those changes. It may come as …

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Welcome to Rockmore Plastic Surgery

As one of the Capital District’s top plastic surgeons, Dr. Rockmore is beyond excited to announce he is opening Rockmore Plastic Surgery. This new facility will offer patients a more boutique-like experience where they will have concierge services at their fingertips. While Dr. Rockmore will continue to provide surgical procedures for the face and body, …

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Facelifts: Why They’re Different for Men

The idea that men have become more conscious about their appearance in the era of selfies, teleconferencing, and dating sites is well-documented. Even though men still make up a smaller percentage of plastic surgery patients than women, their numbers are on the rise. Men considering everything from BOTOX® injections to a facelift has simply become more common. …

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Take Those Nose Job Videos with a Grain of Salt

Take Those Rhinoplasty (Nose Job) Videos with a Grain of Salt

When you’re considering rhinoplasty, online videos such as those on YouTube can be a great educational resource. In fact, I often create YouTube videos to inform viewers about the benefits and risks involved, the steps that occur in surgery, and what to expect during recovery. I do this to help people better understand the procedure they’re interested in …

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Breast Implants: How Much Research Should You Do?

Patients considering breast implants at my Albany, NY, office often tell me similar things when they come in for their consultation. One of the most common things they reveal is that they're overwhelmed by the amount of information available about breast augmentation. Perhaps more than any other plastic surgery procedure, breast augmentation comes with a …

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What is a South Beach Peel?

What Is a South Beach Peel?

As fall rapidly approaches, many patients want to get rid of residual sun damage that’s occurred over the summer. Many of you have heard of laser skin resurfacing at our Albany, NY, plastic surgery center; however, we also offer something called a South Beach Peel, which combines the power of BBL™ photo rejuvenation therapy and …

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Your Guide to Your Best Looking Lips with Fillers

Your Guide to Lips Fillers With Before and After Photos

The "natural look" is trending at cosmetic practices across the nation. From breast augmentation patients choosing smaller implants to the "Meghan Markle effect" that's inspiring women to use less makeup, it appears "natural beauty" is everyone's favorite aesthetic ideal at the moment. And Kylie Jenner's thinner lips may be the most convincing evidence that the …

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Life After Weight Loss: What Are Your Surgical Options?

However you get there—bariatric surgery, diet and exercise, or both—a significant weight loss is an accomplishment worth celebrating. But for some, lingering loose skin can mar their results and conceal the new bodies they've worked hard to get. This lax skin doesn't respond to topical products or extra workouts. Instead, the best option is surgical …

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