Newer isn’t always better. So when does the new overtake the old? Dr. Jeffrey Popp said there are four criteria to meet for new technology to replace the old. The new technology, procedure and/or equipment should be: Safer More ... Read More
Birthmarks can be treated or removed
“When people talk about birthmarks, they usually mean (clustered) blood vessels,” Dr. Jeffrey Popp said. The scientific name for “strawberry patches,” “stork marks” and others is capillary hemangioma. There are many ways to treat birthmarks, ... Read More
What to know about liposuction
When you consult with Dr. Popp about liposuction, the first thing he does is get to know you from a medical perspective. He starts with questions about your medical history. These cover past surgeries, current prescriptions, scarring problems, ... Read More
Tight bra straps highlights back flaws
Ever heard of back liposuction ? Ever thought of it? Most of us probably haven’t. And it’s definitely not a procedure Dr. Jeffrey Popp does often. “Many times people will point out back fat or what they think is back fat,” he said. “It’s 100 ... Read More
Can cosmetic surgery still seem selfish or wrong?
Like everything else, people discuss their cosmetic surgery on social media and the Internet. “People aren’t shy about things anymore. I am stunned by what people will post,” Dr. Jeffrey Popp said. On the positive side, he said he doesn’t think ... Read More
Your bat wings aren’t cool like Batman
“Bat wings” are how people describe loose, baggy skin on the upper arm. They’re most common on those who undergo radical weight loss because of bariatric surgery or other procedures. “But you can actually see it in anyone,” Dr. Jeffrey Popp ... Read More
Fraxel lasers assures precise treatment
The term “fraxel” gets its name from the way the laser works. Dr. Popp said the fraxel laser takes a big band of laser light and divides it into hundreds of tiny lights. It’s called fractionation. He said the manufacturer took fractionation and ... Read More
Sweating the Big Stuff
We’ve all had our moments - you’re standing in front of a group of people and you can feel the sweat pooling under your arms. Or maybe you’re meeting someone for the first time and your palms feel clammy. Everyone has experienced a moment where they ... Read More
Read the Fine Print: What is Smart Liposuction?
If you have ever heard of Smart Lipo or Laser Lipo, you may well wonder what exactly that means. “Smart liposuction uses laser to melt the fat in the body. Some individuals feel it tightens their skin a little as well,” explained Dr. Popp. But he ... Read More
Is Stretching Always Good for You?
Stretching isn’t always good, at least not when it comes to stretch marks. And you may be surprised by how many individuals deal with this issue. Perhaps the first person you think of when you hear the term “stretch marks” is a woman who has ... Read More
