H E A LT H & b e au t y
ABOUT FACE
Andrew Jacono, M.D., F.A.C.S., Director of the New York Center for Facial Plastic and Laser Surgery
By Matt Rushing
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he practice of facial plastic and reconstructive surgery is an evolution, and the most successful professionals in this space are those who marry cutting-edge techniques and procedures with the ever-changing demands of their current and prospective clients. Dr. Andrew Jacono is regarded globally as not only an authority in the discipline, but also as an artist. From minimally invasive face-lifting and anti-aging techniques to the most complex reconstructive procedures, Dr. Jacono is respected by his clients and peers. Matt Rushing: What sets your practice apart from others in this space? Dr. Andrew Jacono: Customized care. From the minute you step foot into my office, both my staff and I provide each patient with care tailored to his or hers individual needs. Today, customization extends to the actual procedure — the ability to offer variations in technique based on patient needs is important in achieving desired outcomes. MR: What is the biggest mistake people make when considering cosmetic surgery? AJ: Thinking that every feature works for every face. Oftentimes, patients will bring pictures of celebrities and request that their own outcomes look identical. Using a 3D imaging system, like the VECTRA M3, I can offer patients both pre- and post-procedure references: the ability to literally visualize what one or more procedures will look like and then comparing the results.
MR: Social media selfies seem still to be popular. What advice would you give a patient considering plastic surgery to correct selfie flaws? AJ: Depending on the issue being addressed, there might be a non-surgical, more temporary solution that the patient should consider prior to undergoing surgery. Liquid facelifts and rhinoplasties that are performed with injectables are very popular today and require no downtime. MR: You are well known for your philanthropy. What causes in particular are top of mind? AJ: I have just returned from a mission in Ecuador with the HUGS Foundation, a nonprofit organization that delivers medical care to children in developing countries. Organizations such as Beyond Our Borders and Healing the Children, as well as my son’s charity, T.H.A.I. (Through Healing All Indigent), an organization that helps children in developing countries who have cleft lip and palate deformities are all close to my heart. MR: Looking ahead to 2017, what trends do you think we’ll be talking about this time next year? AJ: I am currently lecturing on the future of minimally invasive plastic surgery procedures and rapid recovery methods. These topics will continue to be at the forefront of the conversation in 2017. To learn more, visit newyorkfacialplasticsurgery.com Social Life