How to Look Your Best for Zoom Meetings When You Can’t Get Fillers Posted on May 4, 2020 By Dr. Edward Gross With so many people now working and learning from home, video meetings have become a necessary practice. People want to know how they can look bright and professional on-camera—even when using an old laptop on the kitchen table. Fillers like JUVÉDERM® and Restylane® are a popular way for Orlando-area patients to look more youthful and … Read More
Difference Between a Facial Plastic Surgeon and a General Plastic Surgeon Posted on May 4, 2020 By Dr. Edward Gross The American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS) reports that almost 16 million surgical and minimally invasive cosmetic procedures are performed annually in the U.S., but finding the right type of plastic surgeon can be confusing. Did you know there are different kinds of plastic surgeons performing a vast array of cosmetic and general procedures? The terms … Read More
Trusting the Boss: Rhinoplasty Allows Medical Assistant to Breathe Well Again Posted on April 27, 2020 By Dr. Edward Gross You can browse reviews and listen to patient referrals all day long, but how many times can you say you’ve actually seen a surgeon perform hundreds of facial plastic surgeries firsthand before deciding to go under the knife yourself? Melissa, a medical assistant for Edward J. Gross, M.D., a double board-certified facial plastic surgeon specializing … Read More
Rhinoplasty and Chin Implant Inspires Confidence for Patient Posted on April 20, 2020 By Dr. Edward Gross After Charli’s rhinoplasty and chin implant procedure with Edward J. Gross, M.D., a double board certified facial plastic surgeon, specializing in rhinoplasty, she now breathes easy and loves how she looks. “My confidence has gone up exponentially,” says Charli. “I love my profile. And the biggest benefit has been my breathing improvement. Looking in … Read More
Functional Rhinoplasty Helps Patient Live, Feel And Breathe Better Posted on April 13, 2020 By Dr. Edward Gross Rhinoplasties are generally thought to be strictly for cosmetic purposes (reshaping the exterior of the nose to achieve the desired look of the patient). However, a rhinoplasty procedure can also be performed to reshape the interior passageways of the nose to improve overall function and reduce labored breathing. This is known as a functional rhinoplasty … Read More
Why You Should Trust Your Face To A Facial Plastic Surgeon Posted on April 7, 2020 By Dr. Edward Gross If you’re thinking about having some sort of aesthetic injectable procedure performed using Botox or facial fillers, it’s important to know the person performing your procedure is as proficient, well-trained, and experienced as possible. Let’s face it, in Lake Mary and surrounding areas there is no shortage of options to have these procedures done. Just … Read More
A Nose Knows: Orlando Resident Says Rhinoplasty Changed Her Life Posted on March 11, 2020 By Dr. Edward Gross Amanda suffered a broken nose 10 years ago after a hit on the soccer field. She received initial treatment by an ear, nose, and throat specialist; but something just didn’t seem right with the final outcome. Her nasal septum deviation worsened over the years, causing significant breathing problems, the curvature of her nose and post-nasal … Read More
Dr. Gross and Primera Donate $1,400 to Child Advocacy Center Posted on February 26, 2020 By Dr. Edward Gross During its annual Mistletoe & Martinis patient appreciation event on December 6, 2019, Primera Plastic Surgery raised $700 for Kids House of Seminole, a child advocacy center that aids child abuse victims and their families. For the past five years, Primera has donated the proceeds from its signature holiday event to the child abuse prevention … Read More
Does a String Rhinoplasty Really Work? Posted on February 19, 2020 By Dr. Edward Gross I was recently asked by a patient, "Does a string rhinoplasty really work?" The answer, in short, is no. A string rhinoplasty involves wrapping a string around the nose and back of the head in the hopes it will help support the nasal tip and gradually change the shape of the nose. Apparently, the patient … Read More