Lower and upper body lift is one of the more popular body contouring plastic surgery procedures today. The procedure must be preceded by certain preparatory steps in order to lay the foundation for a safe and successful surgery. At the time of initial consultation, the surgeon will educate the patient about the steps involved in preparation.    Patients who are thoroughly prepared for body lift will typically have higher confidence levels and will be able to make more objective decisions. They should follow the surgeon’s instructions properly for a good preparation. Outstanding and sagacious cosmetic surgeon Dr. Gary Motykie provides body […]

The SmartGraft hair restoration technique allows for more effective extraction of the hair from donor sites, which is then counted, sorted, and moistened in an automated way with least disruption. This enables greater graft survival and enhances the ability to re-grow hair in the affected areas. The result of this process is a naturally and permanently fuller head of hair. Results with SmartGraft hair restoration are, therefore, long lasting or permanent. Dr. Gary Motykie MD, whose work in the past has been sometimes nothing short of amazing, provides SmartGraft to patients in Beverly Hills, West Hollywood, Los Angeles, and surrounding […]

Every year thousands of people undergo arm lift plastic surgery with successful results. The procedure should be preceded by thorough preparation to ensure a safe and comfortable surgery as well as speedy recovery. Dr. Gary Motykie is an experienced cosmetic surgeon providing arm lift to patients in Beverly Hills, West Hollywood, Los Angeles, and surrounding communities.   Advance Preparation At the time of pre-op consultation, the surgeon will provide detailed instructions regarding preparation for the arm lift procedure. The following key points will normally be a part of the advance preparation: Quit smoking at least a few weeks prior to the surgery […]

SmartGraft technology has revolutionized the field of hair replacement. Patients who were reluctant to undergo invasive hair transplant surgeries can now achieve hair restoration in a more precise and less invasive way with SmartGraft. The procedure is more comfortable and can be completed in a shorter period of time than traditional transplantation surgery. SmartGraft device can extract the hair grafts more precisely and the storing, counting, sorting and moistening of the grafts can be completely in a fully automated manner. The moistening process reduces procedure time and improves the success rate of the implanted grafts. Patients can enjoy thicker and […]

Age Spots (Liver Spots)  Liver spots, commonly known as age spots, are a sign of aging that can compromise a smooth, youthful look of the face and other areas. The spots are usually seen in black, brown or tan colors, and in varying sizes. Exposure to the sun over the years causes these spots in sun-exposed areas such as the face, hands, shoulders and arms. People above the age of 50 are more commonly affected by age spots. Several non-surgical treatments can be used to mitigate the effect of liver spots or remove them entirely from the skin. An experienced treatment provider […]

Liver spots, commonly known as age spots, are a sign of aging that can compromise a smooth, youthful look of the face and other areas. The spots are usually seen in black, brown or tan colors, and in varying sizes. Exposure to the sun over the years causes these spots in sun-exposed areas such as the face, hands, shoulders and arms. People above the age of 50 are more commonly affected by age spots. Several non-surgical treatments can be used to mitigate the effect of liver spots or remove them entirely from the skin. An experienced treatment provider will suggest […]

For a successful rhinoplasty plastic surgery procedure, it is critical to have adequate pre-operative preparation. Patients who are thoroughly prepared for the procedure are likely to achieve better outcomes and faster recovery. Dr. Gary Motykie is a board certified and dependable cosmetic surgeon providing rhinoplasty to patients in Beverly Hills, West Hollywood, Los Angeles, and surrounding locations.   Ahead of the Consultation Once the patient has decided to go ahead with rhinoplasty, they can begin their preparation from that moment itself. The following preparation steps can be taken before the patient makes a visit to the surgeon’s office for a consultation: Arrange […]

While plastic surgery procedures are often the same for people of all skin types, in case of non-surgical skin procedures, the treatment may vary from one person to another according to their skin type. Patients with sensitive skin will require a different treatment from those with normal skin, and patients will oily skin will have to be addressed differently than those with dry skin. African American skin has specific characteristics, and must be treated differently from Caucasian skin. Dr. Gary Motykie is an experienced cosmetic surgeon providing innovative and advanced skin procedures specially designed for African American patients in Beverly […]

Excessive sweating in the armpits is a common problem affecting over a million Americans. The condition can make a patient sweat up to four times more than an average person in order to regulate body temperature. Excessive underarm sweating can lower the quality of life, create itching and rashes, obstruct the comfortable performance of everyday activities, and make a person feel less confident in a social setting. This condition can be addressed in a simple way without involving plastic surgery. Botox injections can be administered by a certified Botox expert to treat excessive sweating in the underarm area. The FDA […]

A balanced facial profile forms the foundation of an attractive looking face. When different facial features are well-proportioned and exist in harmony with each other, the profile is well balanced. Total face evaluation will be performed by the plastic surgeon to determine the facial profile. The surgeon will assess each feature individually as well as in context of the other features. Rhinoplasty, cheek implants, chin augmentation, or reduction are some of the specific plastic surgery procedures that may be performed to achieve a balanced facial profile. Individuals with this profile will not only enjoy an aesthetically appealing face, but will […]