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Pregnancy changes you in a lot of ways, both physically and emotionally. But what happens when you start to notice changes “down there”? Here we discuss how vaginal rejuvenation can restore your genital tissues. 

Have you been putting off getting dermal fillers because you’re afraid of looking unnatural? Find out here how to get the most natural and flawless results from these popular cosmetic injections.

There’s a lot of information available about Botox®, but it may be hard to decipher what’s true and what’s simply a misconception. We review the myths and provide the facts about the popular cosmetic injections here. 

As you age, your skin starts to lose its elasticity, making it harder to snap back into place. This can leave you with wrinkles around your face and can cause your breasts to droop or sag. Find out here how a breast lift can address sagging breasts.

Are you ready for a stomach that looks flatter and tighter? Then a tummy tuck may be right for you. Find out if you qualify for a tummy tuck here.

If you’re considering a breast lift, you might be wondering how long your results will last. We address that concern and more here.

If you’re looking into breast augmentation surgery, you’ll have to choose the kind that’s going to work best for you. We review the available kinds of breast augmentation here.

If you want tighter skin without committing to a full surgical procedure, you might want to consider Morpheus8®. Find out what this cosmetic treatment can do for your aesthetic goals here.

Tummy tucks and liposuction are two of the most popular cosmetic treatments in the country, but they offer distinctly different results. If you want to transform your tummy, here's what you need to know about the differences and benefits.

Dr. Alan Grenberg explains a Mommy Makeover We see many patients coming to our office for consultations for “Mommy Makeovers”. So what exactly is a “Mommy Makeover”?

Exparel is a pain control option offered at North Texas Cosmetic Surgery Exparel is a long acting local anesthesia that can be used with certain procedures to help decrease pain after surgery.

Lipo 360 is the new fad Many patients who come in for a consultation think that liposuction alone will resolve their body issues. They ask about Lipo 360 which is liposuction alone of the abdomen, waist, and back areas.

Planning to leave the country for a cosmetic procedure? Many people decide to go to Mexico for their cosmetic surgeries. Some even travel to Columbia or Brazil. Why? Some do it because they can get a bundle of procedures performed for a lesser price.

When considering a breast augmentation, the size implant you want inserted is always one of the decisions that you will have to make prior to your surgery.

What is twilight anesthesia, and how does it differ from general anesthesia? According to the American Society of Anesthesiologists, there are four different types of anesthesia...

Today I plan to talk to you about belly buttons, known better as the umbilicus medically. You are probably asking why in the world I would discuss belly buttons as a topic for a cosmetic surgery video and blog.

Spring for a tummy tuck in March, and schedule your lipoabdominoplasty Now that you’ve worked off those extra pounds and finished spring cleaning, it’s time to do something for yourself before summer swimsuit season arrives.

Today’s blog will discuss surgical drains. What are surgical drains, and when are they used during and after surgery? Many patients who see us for our less-invasive tummy tucks and breast procedures ask us if they will require a drain.

In this blog, we will talk about fat transfers to the buttocks, better known as Brazilian Butt Lifts. Brazilian Butt Lifts involve liposuction of various parts of the body, and use the fat retrieved from the liposuction to inject into the buttocks.

A lipoabdominoplasty is a less-invasive way to perform tummy tucks with the same, if not better, results. Lipoabdominoplasties combine liposuction of the abdomen with excision of loose excess skin in the abdomen and tightening of the abdominal wall.

Dr. Greenberg explains skin tightening with Renuvion® Today we will talk about Renuvion® tightening of the skin in different areas of your body. Renuvion, an innovative helium plasma technology previously known as J-Plasma, was recently approved by the FDA

Hi everyone. Welcome back to “A Weekly Review to Sculpt A New You”. I plan to talk today about the awake breast augmentation procedure. Some of you may have already heard about it, but for those of you who have not, I will give you a run down.

Hello Dallas. I would like to introduce myself. I am Dr. Alan Greenberg, and my practice name is North Texas Cosmetic surgery. Please don’t confuse that name with North Texas Plastic Surgery which is a completely separate and unrelated practice.

Now is the perfect time to schedule your procedure and get that body you always wanted! We are offering 12 months 0% interest financing and 24, 36, 48 and 60 months fixed rate with Care Credit.

Learn what the FDA says about Renuvion skin tightening Medical innovations are always advancing, which is good news for us. In July 2022, the Federal Drug Administration (FDA) reversed its earlier warning and approved the Renuvion skin tightening device.

Is a breast augmentation or breast lift right for you? Life brings changes, especially to our bodies. Pregnancy can be a joyful time and aging adds knowledge and self-awareness. However, both cause weight fluctuations.

Shape up with a daddy do-over and other cosmetic surgery procedures for men It’s not just women who want to increase confidence by enhancing their appearance. Now men are taking advantage of opportunities to look their best.

Stay serene with Pro-Nox™ and use laughing gas for cosmetic procedures Thoughts of enhancing your appearance should bring a smile to your face. However, needles and medical equipment can make some people anxious.

A modern tummy tuck with awake anesthesia brought this patient back to her pre-pregnancy body

Invest in your appearance with cosmetic surgery during the pandemic This is the perfect time to make a change. While you stay in a socially distanced cocoon as COVID runs its course,...

A modern tummy tuck was life-changing for this patient Joan found a bright side to social distancing during the coronavirus pandemic. Depressed after losing a job due to COVID and gaining weight, she considered her situation.

No one knows better. Choose a cosmetic surgeon and OBGYN for breast augmentations It’s not surprising that a doctor who specializes in women’s health would be an expert on breasts and have extensive knowledge of natural breast shapes.

This tummy tuck patient first came to the same office during her pregnancy Gabriela used to live in Frisco and was referred to P. Clay Alexander MD, a specialist in obstetrics and gynecology at Health Central Women’s Care, when she conceived her 1st child.

Is there a link between breast implants and cancer? It’s normal to worry about complications when considering elective surgery. In fact, Alan Greenberg MD, our Frisco cosmetic surgeon, advises patients to ask questions and learn everything they can...

Her decision to have a tummy tuck resulted in more confidence Salima, a wife, mother and math teacher, was not contemplating having a tummy tuck or any type of surgery when she met Alan Greenberg MD.

Prepare for the future with a virtual consultation for cosmetic surgery The COVID-19 crisis won’t last forever.

Breast augmentation makes a dream come true for a transgender patient Most patients who seek cosmetic surgery want to enhance or minimize some small aspect of their appearance.

Patient enlists Frisco cosmetic surgeon for lipoabdominoplasty and breast augmentation Alex had been working hard to get in shape. She was attending boot camp fitness classes Monday through Friday.

Love the skin you’re in or remove the excess with a tummy tuck Although it is the most obvious part of the body, we often forget that skin is our largest organ. On average, an adult has about eight pounds and 22 square feet of skin.

Resolve to lose inches now with a lipoabdominoplasty for the new year Every year you resolve to lose the flab around your waist. No matter how much you diet, the stubborn fat deposits linger, and the skin stretches easily to accommodate the unwanted weight

Treat yourself and schedule a holiday breast augmentation or breast lift Decorating, parties and shopping can make the holidays hectic. You might feel like you’re too busy to work on your own wish list.

Become the hot mom with a lipoabdominoplasty or a mommy makeover Did swimsuit season leave you feeling fat and frumpy? Were you self-conscious while playing on the beach with your kids? Don’t despair.

Medical issues made awake breast augmentation the best fit for Rebekah Rebekah C. always wanted larger breasts, but her doctor advised her to wait until she completed her family.

Celebrate Mother’s Day with a breast lift or breast augmentation Everyone celebrates motherhood in May, but loved ones often forget that pregnancy and nursing take a toll on women’s bodies – especially on their breasts.

End the name-calling and tighten skin on your arms with a Renuvion™ procedure Flabby arms are so common that there are a host of slang names for the condition.

Get a taut tummy and tighten skin on the abdomen with Renuvion It’s not funny when your belly jiggles like a bowl full of jelly – even after diet and exercise.

Tighten skin on the neck with new technology There comes a day when you look in the mirror and begin to focus on the appearance of your neck instead of your makeup, clothing or physique. Egad!

Finding a fabulous fit with the rice test for breast implant sizes An awesome tool for choosing breast implant sizes may be found in your pantry. Women considering breast augmentation procedures can create their own sizers,

Bring your sweetie for a second opinion on the final size of saline implants If you have always wanted a more-feminine figure or better-fitting clothes,...

Oklahoma Woman Discovers That a Breast Augmentation Via Fat Transfer Is a Natural Solution Valery* has always been petite. The Oklahoma resident wanted to enhance her feminine figure with a breast augmentation using saline implants

Patient Pleased with Her Feminine Figure After a Fat Transfer to the Breasts After raising three kids to adulthood, Terry* was finally ready to focus on herself. She had always been a small A cup, but before her children were born, they were perky and firm

Make a Splash This Summer with a Fat Transfer Swimming pools open on Memorial Day weekend, and it’s time to sweat the small stuff. You may have been focused on getting in shape for swimsuit season but now wish you could fill out your bikini bottoms and top

See the best results for summer with liposuction today Even though you kept your New Year’s resolutions and faithfully followed your diet and fitness plans, spring is here, and your clothing is about to become more revealing.

Liposuction Expert Weighs In on National Nutrition Month Liposuction is a wonderful way to get rid of stubborn fat deposits quickly. Although it sounds like an easy way to lose weight, it is not a substitute for a nutritious diet and regular exercise.

Love Yourself with Liposuction It’s no wonder that chocolate sales spike around Valentine’s Day. There is incredible pressure to be in a relationship or to prove your love to someone special!

Mark Your Calendar for a Mommy Makeover It’s not too early to jump start your New Year’s resolutions if you want to regain your pre-pregnancy body or reverse the effects of aging before summer.

Finding the Best Fit: Choosing Between Implants and a Fat Transfer to the Breasts If you’re one of the thousands of women wishing you were well endowed but can’t decide whether you want to sign up for breast augmentation, then let’s look at your options.

A Fat Transfer to the Buttocks Is the Safest Strategy for a Brazilian Butt Lift News of Brazilian butt lifts gone bad makes for sensational headlines, but it also raises serious concerns.

Present a Fresh Face for Holiday Parties with Microdermabrasion Now that the sun has set on summer vacations and life is back to a routine, you may be thinking about holiday gatherings at the end of the year. Before you become overwhelmed by planning...

Cosmetic Surgery Financing CareCredit With the CareCredit healthcare credit card you can finance the cosmetic surgery and other beauty procedures you’ve always dreamed of having, and get the look you want now with CareCredit’s convenient monthly payments..

Breast size asymmetry occurs when a woman’s breasts are different in size. It is defined as a difference of form, position or volume of the breast. Although breast asymmetry affects more than half of all women, in most cases the difference is unnoticeable.

New Year’s has come and gone, and many of us are now to the big decision – do we keep our New Year’s resolutions? If your resolution was to live a healthy lifestyle, don’t give up, because it’s about more than a once-a-year resolution.

Women from Plano, Frisco and Dallas will often contact cosmetic surgeon Dr. Alan Greenberg for consultation, interested in learning more about breast augmentation.

Breast augmentation is the most popular cosmetic procedure in the United States. Even though many of us have family and friends who have chosen to have breast implants, it’s still common to have questions about breast augmentation.

Sculpted arms are in. From celebrities to athletes to first lady Michelle Obama, toned, sculpted arms are in. But to get that look, sometimes it takes more than a ritual of triceps dips and low push ups.

Summer is a busy time for vacations, family visits and much needed relaxation, but it’s also the most popular time for child births. The majority of births in the United States take place from July to September,...

The importance of eating healthy and staying fit can never be overestimated. A healthy lifestyle is not only good for our physical body, but it is beneficial to our overall well being.

Who doesn’t have a summer schedule filled with graduation events, weddings, pool parties or reunions? In less time than it takes to eat lunch,...

It’s bathing suit season, one of the most stressful times of the year. But it doesn’t have to be. Cosmetic surgery can give you the contours and shape perfect for summer.

The cold winter months can be harsh on your skin, but now that temperatures are on the rise, it’s time to get summer ready and put your best face forward.

Why consider cosmetic surgery? Summer is around the corner, and it won’t be long until you’re faced with invitations to pool parties and vacations at the beach, not to mention outdoor exercise in the Texas heat.

Every few years, there’s a new fad diet guaranteed to drop the pounds, tone the muscles or burn the fat. The cabbage soup or apple cider vinegar drinks may work initially, but the results are often short lived.

Looking younger isn’t just about the genetic traits passed down from our parents, it’s also about the foods we eat.

Cosmetic fat transfer? It sounds too good to be true, but this innovative cosmetic procedure can enhance the face and hands, leading to a suppler and smoother appearance. If you wish for a more youthful appearance of the face and hands,...

Don’t let a hectic calendar stop you from scheduling time for joy this season. North Texas Cosmetic Surgery provides exemplary care for our Plano and Frisco neighbors all year long, and our staff wants to remind you to be good to yourself this December.

It’s the holiday party season, and you want to look your best. North Texas Cosmetic Surgery sees an increased interest in Botox and facial fillers, a cosmetic service with immediate results worth celebrating. Parties and Botox, however, don’t mix.

How can a mommy makeover rejuvenate your career? Returning to the workforce post-pregnancy, or after the kids have grown, can intimidate even a seasoned professional.

When collagen loss plays tricks on your skin, you can give yourself the treat of Botox or fillers at North Texas Cosmetic Surgery. Collagen acts like a cushion under the skin to give your face a lovely shape.

During Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Dr. Alan Greenberg and the entire North Texas Cosmetic Surgery team is thinking pink.

The fear factor of cosmetic surgery prevents many people from reaping the benefits. If you picture a large vacuum hose, open surgery and a long recovery, Dr. Alan Greenberg with North Texas Cosmetic Surgery wants to reassure you.

Unlike compliments on a new dress or new shoes, people don’t always welcome comments on their cosmetic surgery improvements. Results should appear natural, so you look like you (only better).

You may have strived to earn all A’s in school, but feel like an A cup-size doesn’t quite make the grade. Dr. Alan Greenberg with North Texas Cosmetic Surgery routinely answers questions about breast enlargement options, ...

Every Texan knows shade is essential, especially with summer in full blaze. July is UV Safety Month, so Dr. Alan M. Greenberg with North Texas Cosmetic Surgery reminds you to choose shades that protect your eyes from the sun’s harmful rays.

We’ve hit the halfway mark of summer, and you may wish you had “dived in,” making that decision to pursue cosmetic surgery. Today’s advanced surgical techniques make it possible to tweak your swimsuit body and still show off the results before the sun set

During the summer, many people plan family vacations or romantic getaways. These trips allow you to relax and escape the stress of daily life. Recently, medical tourism has begun gaining popularity.

As the warm weather gets into full swing, you and your family are likely enjoying outdoor activities. Baseball games, swimming and long days at the beach are all great ways to spend time together.

Did you know that skin cancer is the most common cancer in the United States? As we get closer to days full of sunshine and warmth, people take this opportunity to enjoy more time outdoors.

May is typically the month that celebrates moms. Greeting cards, special cakes, and family brunches abound. One way to reward yourself for all of your hard work is with a custom mommy makeover.

Having an attractive body allows you to feel good about yourself and convey an air of confidence in interactions with others. Sometimes, the personal changes you make are not enough to create the desired appearance.

According to research in the April issue of the Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery journal, patient outcomes are especially good with liposuction plus abdominoplasty (tummy tuck).

Part of living a healthy lifestyle is adding regular exercise to your schedule. Although we all lead busy lives, increased physical activity can enhance your life and allow you to keep up with the many demands placed on your time.

Although you can’t stop the aging process, you can make sure you look your best at every stage of life. One way to take years off your appearance is to keep your skin looking healthy.

Maintaining a healthy weight can impact your physical and emotional wellbeing. Not only will you improve your self-image, but you can reduce your risks for medical conditions such as heart disease and diabetes.

If you are considering changing your appearance with cosmetic surgery, such as a breast augmentation or a tummy tuck, you need to schedule a consultation appointment to learn more about the process.

Deciding to transform your appearance with cosmetic surgery is a big decision. When you schedule a consultation with Dr. Alan Greenberg, he will review your options, answer questions, and help you feel comfortable with your choice.

Of the 830,000 active physicians in this country, only five percent received the prestigious 2011 Patients’ Choice Award. Cosmetic surgeon Dr. Alan Greenberg was one of the esteemed doctors recognized with this honor.

Along with party hats and champagne ads, the New Year often brings resolutions. Most people commit to making improvements in their life. Weight loss, smoking cessation, and stress reduction are common pledges.

Should I Consider Liposuction? Designed to reduce fat cells in areas of the body that have not responded to diet and exercise, liposuction can allow you to refresh your appearance. After women have children or begin to age, their body shape may change.

Body type, having children and the aging process can impact your physical appearance and make you feel self-conscious about how you look. Some women would like to enhance their physiques with breast augmentation,...

Medical advances and healthier lifestyles are allowing people to live longer, fuller lives. As a result, aging gracefully has become an important goal to many individuals.

If you don’t love the reflection you see in the mirror, Dr. Greenberg can renew your body with cosmetic surgery options like breast augmentation, liposuction, a tummy tuck, or a mommy makeover.

In cosmetic surgery, we are fortunate to see healthy breast tissue. Patients visit Dr. Greenberg for breast augmentations or lifts to enhance their appearances. Breast cancer, however, will affect one in eight women, so it’s important to take breast health

If you have decided to enhance your appearance with cosmetic surgery options such as a tummy tuck, breast augmentation or liposuction, you will need to select a qualified physician to perform these procedures.

For hundreds of years, people have searched for the secret to staying young. Spanish explorer Ponce De Leon looked for the fountain of youth and found Florida instead.

Women often spend the majority of their time taking care of others. As wives, mothers, and employees, women often set their needs aside. One of the ways to look and feel your best is cosmetic surgery.

Many women would love to contemplate cosmetic enhancements such as tummy tucks, breast augmentation, or liposuction, but the risks and costs associated with traditional cosmetic surgery cause them to reconsider.

As mothers, women give tirelessly of themselves to care for their families. Although having children is a beautiful, rewarding experience, many women focus more on others than on their own needs.

You’ve decided to give your appearance and confidence a boost with breast augmentation. After choosing a cosmetic surgeon, expect to have a conversation about the pros and cons of silicone and saline implants.