Dr. Levens' Parkland Life Magazine Articles

Current and Past Parkland Life Magazine Plastic Surgery Articles
By David J. Levens, MD, PA, FACS
Last updated: October 4th, 2008

Current Article:
Liposuction Update
Liposuction is a popular treatment for women and men with stubborn areas of "diet resistant" fat bulges that neither dieting and exercise nor “slimming” designer jeans can eliminate. Consistently over the last 10 years, liposuction has been one of the three most common cosmetic plastic surgery procedures performed in the U.S.  Click here to read this entire article.

Past Articles:
About Implant Safety and Breast Reconstruction
I’d like to address two issues which concern many women.  First, do breast implants interfere with mammograms, and second, how is breast reconstruction performed.
Regarding implants (either saline or silicone-filled), they can be placed beneath the breast tissue or beneath the muscle. In either case, the breast tissue is located in front of the implant where it can be readily examined.  Click here to read this entire article.

Oversized Male Breasts: Not an Uncommon Problem
Gynecomastia is a medical term that originates from the Greek words for "women-like breasts." The condition often results in embarrassment, teasing, and social trauma, especially for teens and younger men, leading many to wear heavy, loose-fitting shirts and avoid sports and bare-chested activities.  Click here to read this entire article.

The Questions You’re Asking...about Cosmetic Surgery
Rather than focusing on a specific procedure or treatment, this month’s column will answer some of today’s most frequently asked questions about cosmetic surgery.  Click here to read this entire article.

Facial Contouring Can Improve Chins and Ears
While not as common as nasal reshaping, contouring of the chin or ears can produce a dramatic difference in appearance for people who have struggled with a “weak chin”, a “jutting jaw” or protruding ears... click here to read this entire article.

Breast Augmentation: Who Is a Candidate, What to Expect
A more attractive, better proportioned figure, the ability to confidently wear a wider range of clothing styles and a desire to return to pre-pregnancy breast fullness:  These are the three most common reasons patients give for wanting to have a breast augmentation... click here to read this entire article.

Choosing a Plastic Surgeon: A Checklist
Most people would never consider having a medically-required surgical procedure without carefully checking the credentials of the surgeon and the accreditation of the facility where surgery will be performed. The same should hold true for cosmetic surgery, for though these procedures are elective and seldom related to serious medical issues, they are still surgery and... click here to read this entire article.

Cosmetic Surgery & Proper Skin Care: A Powerful Combination
Why are most cosmetic surgeons such strong proponents of good skin care? Three reasons. First, facial skin which has been properly cleansed, toned, moisturized and protected throughout a patient’s lifetime tends to respond much better to both invasive and non-invasive cosmetic surgery treatments than neglected skin does. Like their patients, surgeons want to achieve the best possible results. Indeed, most surgeons require pre-op corrective skin care treatments to... click here to read this entire article.

Anatomy of a “Nose Job”
Nasal reshaping (rhinoplasty) is the 4th most popular cosmetic surgery in the U.S. and it has one of the highest ratings for patient satisfaction.

That’s probably because it can ramatically change the overall appearance of the face by creating a better balance of facial features. It can correct results of aging such as a drooping nose tip, or deformities such as a large hump or bulbous tip. It can change the size of the nasal bridge... click here to read this entire article.

Liposuction Remains #1 Cosmetic Surgery
While the number of cosmetic surgery procedures in the U.S. increased in every category last year, liposuction retained its lead as the #1 choice for both men and women under 51 years of age.  (Eyelid surgery was the top choice for patients 51 and older.) Why does liposuction continue to be so popular?... click here to read this entire article.

Cosmetic Surgery Is Not “For-Women-Only”
Today, men are having cosmetic surgery procedures and treatments in record numbers: Nearly 1.2 million last year in the U.S., an 8% increase over the previous year. Most popular non-surgical treatments are BOTOX injections, laser hair removal, chemical peels, micro-dermabrasion and laser skin resurfacing.  Most popular surgical procedures are liposuction, eyelid surgery, rhinoplasty, breast reduction and hair transplantation... Click here to read this entire article.

Procedures & Treatments to Give Eyes a Refreshed Look
Tired-looking eyes can add years to a person’s appearance and create an undesirable impression of stress and exhaustion. That’s why eyelid surgery as well as non-invasive treatments to the skin around the eyes are so popular with both men and women. Let’s start with the least invasive approaches... Click here to read this entire article.

For Cosmetic Surgery, It’s Mars versus Venus
Not too long ago, it was quite unusual for a man to have cosmetic surgery—and admit it.  Today, surveys show men are not only having more and varied types of cosmetic procedures each year, most are no longer uncomfortable if their friends and co-workers realized they have “had something done." Click here to read this entire article.
          
Beating Belly Fat: Tummy Tuck, Mini-tuck and/or Liposuction
When dieting, aerobics and sit-ups fail, there are three surgical options which can successfully address the issue of a bulging belly.  Evaluation by a Board-certified plastic surgeon is the only way to determine which approach is best for each individual, but here are some guidelines. Click here to read this entire article.

David Levens, MD, PA, FACS has been practicing cosmetic surgery in Coral Springs since 1989.  In addition to his private practice at 1725 University Drive, Dr. Levens has served as Vice Chief of Staff and Chief of Surgery at the Coral Springs Medical Center. He is Certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery and is a member of the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery and the American Society of Plastic Surgeons.  Dr. Levens has been cited repeatedly in Miami Metro Magazine’s annual lists of “Best Doctors in South Florida”.  He earned his medical degree at Columbia University, New York, and served residencies in general surgery and plastic surgery at Montefiore Hospital & Medical Center, New York.  He lives in Coral Springs with his wife, Linda, and their two children, Danielle and Ben. He can be reached at 954-752-1020 or www.DrLevens.com.