If you have contemplated a cosmetic procedure, you may have talked with friends and family who have done just that. It’s natural to have questions – what is the surgery like, how long does it take to recover – and for many the first one to ask is when.  Is it better to have plastic… Read more »

Reports of a rise in cosmetic surgery among people over 50 have made recent headlines. The lifestyle site Considerable has even listed the more popular procedures for this age group, many of which are available from Dr. Kanter and Peninsula Cosmetic and Reconstructive Surgery. While adults of any age may seek consultation regarding anything from… Read more »

Are you a back-sleeper? If so, you probably know the benefits to sleeping on your back as opposed to laying on your side. You may also be curious to know why a website for a Hampton Roads cosmetic surgery practice would feature a blog about sleep habits. There is a connection between what we do… Read more »

How would you define the perfect neck? Maybe you think of a celebrity who strikes an elegant profile – like Audrey Hepburn gazing longingly at a Tiffany’s display, or the Duchess of Cambridge in her iconic wedding gown. Long and slender come to mind when we define a beautiful neck – wouldn’t it be wonderful… Read more »

It’s not uncommon to undergo cosmetic surgery to modify upper body shape. At Peninsula Cosmetic and Reconstructive Surgery, we have helped many people improve their looks and confidence through procedures like body sculpting, liposuction and breast reconstruction. For those interested specifically in breast work, several options are available. You may think augmentations and breast lifts… Read more »

Have you ever sat on a beach chair while in your bathing suit, then stood up to find the seat’s waffle pattern embedded on the backs of your thighs? Having cellulite can look and feel like that all the time. It makes your skin feel bumpy and look puckered, and you may think twice about… Read more »

There’s a common misconception that only women are interested in plastic surgery, but that’s far from true. More and more, men are opting for cosmetic procedures, the reason being that they want to correct areas that can’t be fixed through regular diet and exercise. Here are some types of cosmetic surgeries that men have considered… Read more »

As we prepare Christmas shopping lists, we aspire to top the gifts of previous years and impress our friends and loved ones with our creativity. While the season encourages a spirit of giving, it’s important that we also set aside some time to give to ourselves. This could mean indulging in self-care or spending some money… Read more »

Even though the holidays are right around the corner, that’s no reason not to treat yourself – after all, you deserve it! There’s no time like the present to stop delaying and give yourself the gift you’ve been wanting all year long – the gift of feeling great in your own body. Peninsula Cosmetic &… Read more »