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Aug

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Caring for Surgical Drains After a Facelift

Most facelift patients go home with one or two small surgical drains in place, and proper care of them makes a real difference in comfort and healing. In this blog, Dr. Shwetambara Parakh, a double board-certified plastic surgeon trained at the combined Cornell and Columbia Unive...

Jul

How Do I Choose the Right Breast Implant Size?

Choosing the right breast implant size involves considering your body frame, chest width, existing breast tissue, lifestyle, and aesthetic goals—not simply picking a cup size. Dr. Shwetambara Parakh, a double board-certified plastic surgeon with training from Cornell and Columbia...

Jul

The Rise of Ozempic Makeovers: When Is a Thigh Lift Needed?

A thigh lift is typically needed after GLP-1 weight loss when significant loose skin on the inner thighs causes chafing, hygiene issues, or self-consciousness that non-surgical treatments cannot address. Dr. Shwetambara Parakh, a double board-certified plastic surgeon with traini...

Jun

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How to Get Rid of Loose Skin on the Inner Thighs After Weight Loss

The most effective way to get rid of loose skin on the inner thighs after significant weight loss is through a surgical thigh lift, which removes excess skin and tightens the remaining tissue for a smoother, more contoured appearance. Dr. Shwetambara Parakh, a double board-certif...

May

Is a Facelift Right for You? Signs You May Be a Good Candidate for a Facelift in New Jersey

A facelift may be right for you if you're bothered by sagging skin, deep facial folds, jowling along the jawline, or a loss of definition in the neck, and non-surgical treatments no longer deliver the results you want. Dr. Shwetambara Parakh, a double board-certified plastic surg...

May

What Really Happens in Upper Eyelid Surgery?

Upper eyelid surgery, medically known as blepharoplasty, is a precise procedure that removes excess skin and fat from the upper eyelids to create a more refreshed, youthful appearance. Dr. Shwetambara Parakh, a double board-certified plastic surgeon who trained at Cornell a...

May

How Eyelid Surgery Can Make You Look More Awake, Without Changing Your Expression

One of the most common concerns patients share with Dr. Shwetambara Parakh is the fear that eyelid surgery will make them look different or unnatural. The truth is, when performed by a skilled, board-certified plastic surgeon, blepharoplasty should enhance your natural features r...

Apr

Smaller, Softer, Smarter: Why New Jersey Women Are Choosing Subtle Breast Enhancements

The era of dramatically oversized breast implants is fading, replaced by a growing preference for natural-looking, proportionate results. At her boutique practice in Englewood, Dr. Shwetambara Parakh has witnessed this shift firsthand as more New Jersey women request breast enhan...

Apr

Labiaplasty and Intimacy: What to Expect Before and After Surgery

Labiaplasty is a deeply personal procedure that can significantly impact both physical comfort and intimate confidence. Many women considering this surgery have questions about how it will affect their intimate relationships and what the recovery process truly entails. Dr. Shweta...

Feb

The Emotional Impact of Post-Pregnancy Body Changes

Pregnancy and childbirth bring meaningful change, but they can also leave lasting physical differences that affect how a woman feels in her own body. At Parakh Plastic Surgery in New Jersey, Dr. Shwetambara Parakh, MD, FACS, is a double board-certified plastic surgeon with advanc...

Feb

How Labiaplasty Can Improve Exercise Comfort

Physical activity places unique demands on the body, and for some women, anatomical discomfort can interfere with movement and performance. Cycling, Running, Pilates & More For many women, exercise is a vital component of maintaining overall health, confidence, and mental wel...

Jan

Mommy Makeover After Pregnancy: Understanding Pelvic Floor Health

Pregnancy and childbirth reshape the body well beyond visible contours. Many women experience lasting changes that influence physical comfort, strength, and confidence. Dr. Shwetambara Parakh, MD, FACS, a double board-certified plastic surgeon in New Jersey, approaches post-pregn...

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