Male cosmetic surgery should be far more conservative in approach compared to it's female counterpart, says a leading cosmetic surgeon.

"The secret is not overdoing so as to retain a masculine but refreshed appearance," according to New Jersey plastic surgeon, Dr. Paul M. Parker. Older men usually have poor skin tone that won't respond to liposuction alone. If skin is sagging or jowling, a necklift or face lift may be indicated. Most face lifts encompass mid, lower face and neck.

The chin implant, pictured, illustrates the subtle approach, he explains. "Younger men with good skin tone but an ill defined neck often benefit from liposuction along with a chin implant for a stronger, more masculine profile."

Again, the secret is in not overdoing it, says Dr. Parker, "It's important to be conservative with men so as to improve their features without feminizing them. I recommend men grow a temporary beard to camouflage any bruising and swelling. In two to three weeks they can shave and no one can guess they've had surgery. My goal is always to make my patients look better--not different or obvious. Some of my happiest patients are men, but most prefer to go incognito."

Older men usually have poor skin tone that won't respond to liposuction alone. If skin is sagging or jowling, a necklift or face lift may be indicated. Most face lifts encompass mid, lower face and neck.

Board-certified plastic surgeon, Dr. Paul M. Parker, in Paramus, NJ, says that approximately 11% of his patients are men, "Our practice offers men everything from simple skincare to injectables to surgery. There have never been so many choices for improving one's appearance. Men's heightened interest in diet and exercise has spilled over into cosmetic enhancement--especially in the category of non invasive procedures."

Other popular procedures include eyelid surgery, browlifts and face lift for men. New Jersey Dr. Parker's male patients usually visit him with concerns about their eyes or neck. "The eyes are usually the first features to reflect the telltale signs of aging. Bags under the eyes and drooping lids can make a man look tired. Rejuvenating the eyes makes an immediate impact. The same is true of a browlift. Even a slight elevation refreshes the appearance and counteracts an angry expression." Both of these surgeries are outpatient based.

Dr Paul Parker
The Parker Centre
Paramus
New Jersey
201 967 1212