publications Archives - Phase Plastic Surgery

The next chapter in artificial intelligence for genuine beauty and longevity

I am delighted to share that a chapter on AI in anti-aging skin care that I co-authored was just published in the book Artificial Intelligence for Healthy Longevity (Springer Nature, 2023). The chapter, titled Artificial Intelligence Approaches for Skin Anti-aging and Skin...

Clinical trial shows long term benefits of Galaflex internal bra

Read the PDF here.

Progressive Tension Suture Abdominoplasty (Tummy Tuck)

The Progressive Tension Suture method is a technique used in tummy tucks (abdominoplasty) to reduce the necessity for drain tubes. This is one of the main concerns for patients considering a tummy tuck, but drains are routinely used because of the...

Keller funnel reduces rates of capsular contracture

This multi-center study shows a reduced incidence of capsular contracture with the use of the Keller funnel for breast implant placement.

12-year follow up with Alloderm

Read publication here

Acellular Dermal Matrix (Strattice) to prevent widening of the areola after Benelli breast lift

Dr. Baxter's article on Strattice in mastopexy explaining how to avoid areolar widening with Benelli breast lift.

Acellular Dermal Matrix in breast surgery: Proof of concept

In 2003 I published a series of 10 cases using Alloderm in revision breast implant surgery in the journal Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery. In addition to showing how Acellular Dermal Matrix (Alloderm was the only ADM at the time) could be...

Update on the Split Muscle Technique for Breast Augmentation

The subpectoral technique [1] and systematic analysis of soft tissue characteristics [2] have resulted in a more predictable approach to breast implant surgery, yet certain problems receive scant attention. Among these problems are animation distortions and shape issues such...

Subfascial Breast Augmentation: Theme and Variations

Background: Subfascial placement of breast implants for augmentation has been advocated as an option that has some of the advantages of both the subpectoral and subglandular approaches while minimizing the disadvantages of each. Objective: The author reports on the use of the...