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Board Certified Plastic Surgeon Dr. Liana M. Lugo was recently recognized with Castle Connolly Top Doctor status. Castle Connolly represents the largest network of meticulously vetted board certified physicians from all major specialties. To become a Top Doctor, Castle Connelly’s physician-led team of researchers select the Top Doctors annually through a process that starts with peer nominations followed by a rigorous screening […]

Labiaplasty is an outpatient cosmetic surgical procedure that reduces the size of the labia. The labia minora is the “inner lips” of the vulva while the labia majora is the “outer lips” of the vulva. Many women have concerns about the size, shape or outline of the labia minora, which are the inner folds that are positioned either side of […]

When most people think of plastic surgery, they often associate it with long recovery times and invasive procedures. Although this can be said about some procedures, there are other procedures that can be accomplished with only a few minor incisions. One of these procedures is a short scar neck lift. Let’s discuss what this procedure entails and what criteria we […]

A well-toned and flat abdomen is considered to be the epitome of a fit, healthy, and attractive figure. But whether due to weight fluctuations, genetics, childbearing, or lifestyle habits, achieving that smooth and slim stomach can feel impossible with so many factors actively working against you. A tummy tuck, known medically as an abdominoplasty, is a popular surgical aesthetic procedure that helps […]

Women considering breast implants have the notion that they’ll need to replace their implants every 10 years. This is due in large part to a 2011 report by the FDA on the safety of silicone implants that noted one out of five patients needed a replacement or revision after 10 years. If you look at those numbers carefully, it should […]

Motherhood is a miracle. It changes your sleep schedule, priorities, perspective, and your body. On this last point, if you are having difficulty reclaiming the curves you had before experiencing pregnancy, I can help. As a board certified plastic surgeon and a mom, I not only understand the challenges that come with being mom but your options as well for […]