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Robert Tornambe
Plastic Surgeon | Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
Dr. Robert Tornambe is a cosmetic medicine and surgery specialist practicing in New York, NY. Dr. Tornambe specializes in the enhancement of appearance. Improving aesthetic, symmetry and proportion are key goals in cosmetic surgery. Cosmetic medicine has nothing to do with these specific areas not functioning properly; therefore, this elective field solely focuses on aesthetics and anti-aging.
Robert Tornambe
- New York, NY
- Accepting new patients
Be Realistic! How Technology Affects Your Perception of Beauty
Years ago, actresses were glamorous, larger-than-life movie icons and role models that women looked up to and wanted to be like. But, now that you can follow celebrities on Twitter,...
Our Aging Face - Part 3 - Aesthetic Solutions
This is the third and final installment discussing the aging patterns of our face. The first two blogs chronicled the process and factors affecting it. Recommendations were made...
Our Aging Face Part 2; Engaging The Enemy!
This is the second article about the inevitable aging process of our face. In Part 1, I categorized and described the phases of aging according to decade. The intrinsic and extrinsic...
Our Aging Face
There are few things other than death and taxes that are certain. The aging process is one of them, the inevitable and predictable result of living longer. The manner and degree...
10 Reasons Why Getting A Dog Is Better Than Getting Facelift!
I have had dogs in my life since I was a little boy, and I have been a plastic surgeon for over 25 years. So, I consider myself an expert in both categories. While I can rattle...
What to expect after a face lift?
Expect modest bruising and swelling after either a mini or a full facelift, and while your comfort level should increase within a few days after surgery, it can take as long as READ MORE
Expect modest bruising and swelling after either a mini or a full facelift, and while your comfort level should increase within a few days after surgery, it can take as long as 10 to 14 days before you want to be seen in public. At that time, any residual bruising can be covered with make up.
Good luck.
Good luck.
Can a nose job improve breathing?
Yes, one of the many indications for a nose job is to improve nasal airway breathing. This can also eliminate snoring in certain cases. The cosmetic aspect, removing a bump on READ MORE
Yes, one of the many indications for a nose job is to improve nasal airway breathing. This can also eliminate snoring in certain cases. The cosmetic aspect, removing a bump on the nose or refining the nasal tip, can also be performed at the same time.
Good luck.
Good luck.
Do nose jobs hurt for weeks?
Pain after the nose job usually only lasts for a couple of days and is usually easily controlled by medication. Swelling, however, can last weeks and even months, but the worst READ MORE
Pain after the nose job usually only lasts for a couple of days and is usually easily controlled by medication. Swelling, however, can last weeks and even months, but the worst swelling is usually gone within 1 to 2 weeks.
Good luck.
Good luck.
Does a septoplasty change your nose appearance?
Septoplasty is performed to improve nasal breathing and should have no effect on the appearance of your nose.
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Good luck.
When can I wear makeup after eyelid surgery?
I usually ask patients to start wearing make up after sutures are removed 5 to 7 days after the operation. At this time, make up can be an effective way to hide any residual bruising. READ MORE
I usually ask patients to start wearing make up after sutures are removed 5 to 7 days after the operation. At this time, make up can be an effective way to hide any residual bruising.
Good luck.
Good luck.
Can under eye bags be removed?
Lower eyelid bags are usually genetic and removal is a common procedure called lower eyelid blepharoplasty. The bags are actually small pillows of fat which can be removed and READ MORE
Lower eyelid bags are usually genetic and removal is a common procedure called lower eyelid blepharoplasty. The bags are actually small pillows of fat which can be removed and thus removing the bulge. Call anytime for a virtual consultation if you wish to discuss the matter further and explore the best options for you. Good luck.
How old do you have to be to have a nose job?
Since girls mature a bit faster than boys, 16 years old is the earliest that I will perform a nose job on a young lady. So, if you are 17, you should be ready.
Good luck.
Good luck.
How long is the recovery for a rhinoplasty?
Typically, cosmetic rhinoplasty recovery lasts 1 to 3 weeks. There will be bruising initially with swelling and after your bump removal, if the nasal bone needs to be in fractured, READ MORE
Typically, cosmetic rhinoplasty recovery lasts 1 to 3 weeks. There will be bruising initially with swelling and after your bump removal, if the nasal bone needs to be in fractured, you cannot wear eye glasses for three weeks. Most people return to work in one week, however.
Good luck.
Good luck.
How long does eye lift surgery last?
Unlike facelift surgery, which lasts between 8 and 10 years, eyelid surgery usually lasts significantly longer, perhaps 30 years. At most, down the line as you age after this procedure, READ MORE
Unlike facelift surgery, which lasts between 8 and 10 years, eyelid surgery usually lasts significantly longer, perhaps 30 years. At most, down the line as you age after this procedure, redundant excess skin may need to be trimmed the second time.
Good luck.
Good luck.
What are the side effects of Botox?
Literally millions of people have been treated with Botox over the years with high levels of satisfaction and minimal complications. The only rare troublesome complication that READ MORE
Literally millions of people have been treated with Botox over the years with high levels of satisfaction and minimal complications. The only rare troublesome complication that can arise is drooping of your upper eyelid after the procedure, but this is temporary and rare. Call anytime to make an appointment for a virtual consultation to further discuss this if you desire. Good luck.
Is facelift surgery safe?
As long as you are healthy, without significant medical issues, facelift surgery is a reasonably safe operation. Even with issues such as high blood pressure or heart problems, READ MORE
As long as you are healthy, without significant medical issues, facelift surgery is a reasonably safe operation. Even with issues such as high blood pressure or heart problems, surgery can be performed after medical clearance by your personal physician.
Good luck.
Good luck.
Is facial plastic surgery painful?
Cosmetic facial plastic surgery is not as painful as many other cosmetic procedures and, because of swelling, creates more discomfort than actual pain. However, either of these READ MORE
Cosmetic facial plastic surgery is not as painful as many other cosmetic procedures and, because of swelling, creates more discomfort than actual pain. However, either of these issues are well controlled with medications.
Good luck.
Good luck.
Can you wear glasses after an otoplasty?
You may be able to wear eyeglasses after otoplasty, but this depends on each case. I usually ask my otoplasty patients to wear a type of headband covering the ears to support the READ MORE
You may be able to wear eyeglasses after otoplasty, but this depends on each case. I usually ask my otoplasty patients to wear a type of headband covering the ears to support the region after surgery. Sometimes eyeglasses can be worn over them.
Good luck.
Good luck.
Does an otoplasty affect hearing?
Otoplasty does not affect hearing in any way, shape, or fashion.
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Good luck.
How long do you have to wear bandages after an otoplasty?
I usually do not apply bandages after otoplasty surgery, rather, antibiotic ointment on the incision sites. I also usually apply a type of headband over the ears to support them READ MORE
I usually do not apply bandages after otoplasty surgery, rather, antibiotic ointment on the incision sites. I also usually apply a type of headband over the ears to support them right after surgery.
Good luck.
Good luck.
Is the rhinoplasty procedure painful?
Typically, most patients describe their rhinoplasty surgery as discomfort afterwards rather than severe pain. This is usually secondary to swelling and packing inside the nose. READ MORE
Typically, most patients describe their rhinoplasty surgery as discomfort afterwards rather than severe pain. This is usually secondary to swelling and packing inside the nose. In either case, pain medications easily control pain or discomfort after surgery.
Good luck.
Good luck.
How long does facial plastic surgery take?
Facelift surgery is pretty rare for someone your age, even a mini facelift. However, typically, a mini facelift lasts approximately two hours.
Good luck.
Good luck.
How long does rhinoplasty surgery last?
Rhinoplasty surgery typically lasts around two hours and is performed under general anesthesia.
Good luck.
Good luck.
How long does rhinoplasty surgery last?
Rhinoplasty surgery typically lasts around two hours and is performed under general anesthesia.
Good luck.
Good luck.
What are the side effects of face lift surgery?
Complications after any type of facelift surgery include nerve injury, hematoma, and scar issues. However, these are rare, but can occur.
Good luck.
Good luck.
