3 Questions to Ask in Search of an Experienced Rhinoplasty Surgeon Posted on December 10, 2014 By Dr. Edward Gross Rhinoplasty remains one of the most popular cosmetic surgical procedures performed year after year. As a facial plastic surgeon specializing in rhinoplasty at my Orlando practice, I perform an average of 120 cosmetic nose surgeries each year. Other general plastic surgeons average about 12 rhinoplasties annually. When searching for an experienced rhinoplasty surgeon, it's important … Read More
Want to Refresh Your Face? It’s Easier Than You Think Posted on December 2, 2014 By Dr. Edward Gross Would you rather have a more youthful face or a younger-looking body? That's a question asked in a new national survey conducted on behalf of Allergan, the maker of several popular cosmetic enhancement products, and the results certainly caught my eye. Nearly 60% of the women asked would rather have a more youthful face than … Read More
Why Philanthropy Is a Cornerstone of My Practice Posted on October 7, 2014 By Dr. Edward Gross One of the most fulfilling aspects of my work as a facial plastic surgeon is using my Orlando-area practice to help military veterans and domestic violence victims. I'm honored to participate in both the Faces of Honor and FACE to FACE programs that offer reconstructive facial plastic surgery at no charge to these patients. Both … Read More
Proudly Introducing the Primera Lift! Posted on September 29, 2014 By Dr. Edward Gross Many of our patients are interested in refreshing their overall appearance without the downtime facial plastic surgery requires. They also want results that go beyond what can be achieved in a session of BOTOX® Cosmetic injections. These are the Orlando-area men and women I had in mind when I developed the Primera Lift, a unique … Read More
Questions and Answers about Otoplasty Posted on September 5, 2014 By Dr. Edward Gross How long does Ear surgery take, and what type of anesthesia is used? Otoplasty takes approximately 1 hour per ear, depending on the complexity of the ear abnormality. Most patients have general anesthesia and bilateral Otoplasty is performed as an outpatient surgery at Primera Surgery Center. Is there a lot of pain afterwards and how long will it last? Otoplasty … Read More
Is Radiesse ideal for my lines and wrinkles? Posted on August 22, 2014 By Dr. Edward Gross Radiesse®, a member of the filler product family, is unique in more than one respect. It is made of very small calcium microspheres which are suspended in a water based gel. As Radiesse® is injected, the microspheres form a platform beneath the skin, stimulating collagen production and encouraging tissue growth in the injection area. Although … Read More
Laser Treatment for Facial Redness and Broken Blood Vessels Posted on August 15, 2014 By Dr. Edward Gross Many of us struggle with broken blood vessels on our cheeks and nose. At one time the possibility of effectively treating these was not available. For the past several years, my team and I have effectively treated thousands of patients to eliminate those unsightly areas. PDL treatments usually take 15 minutes or less and are … Read More
Open your Eyes to Looking Younger Posted on August 1, 2014 By Dr. Edward Gross Blepharoplasty (or eyelid surgery) is one of the most gratifying plastic surgery procedures and also the most common area of need for men and women. This procedure can correct drooping upper eyelids and puffy bags below the eyes by removing excess fat, skin, and tightening muscle. These uncomplimentary features may make you look much older … Read More
Anti-aging and Retinol Vitamin A Posted on July 25, 2014 By Dr. Edward Gross Retinol is a pure form of Vitamin A that promotes the renewal of skin cells. Primera features retinol products that are formulated to increase cellular turnover, combat fine lines, even out skin tone, refine texture, clear acne and help fade acne scars. Primera’s exclusive blend of green tea polyphenols, an anti-oxidant benefit that helps prevent … Read More
Phenol Peel Posted on July 14, 2014 By Dr. Edward Gross The Phenol Peel is one of the most aggressive peels on the market and is best performed by a Board Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon. A deep chemical skin peel, or phenol peel, is the strongest of chemical peels, and reserved for individuals with deep wrinkles from sun exposure, or is used to treat skin wrinkling … Read More