Pandemic Plastic Surgery is on the Rise – For Professionals, Parents, and More… Apart from the desire to gain some semblance of control in a world run amok, there are plenty of reasons why people are having plastic surgery now. Typically the decision to have a procedure is not an impulsive one. Rather, professionals, parents, […]
The Brazilian Buttock Lift is all the rage! Various celebrities, models, and internet influencers have focused attention on the buttocks as a focal point of beauty and allure. Since this is a relatively new addition to our perception of what is “sexy” there is still a good deal of misunderstanding about what a Brazilian Butt […]
Basic saline breast implants have been around for more than fifty years, quietly doing a very nice job for women who want breast augmentation. Yet, all people talk about are “gummy bear” implants, teardrop implants, silicone cohesivity variants, yada, yada, yada. Poor saline breast implants often don’t even make it into the conversation. The question […]
Virtual visits are now available with Dr. Restifo! Virtual Visits are an easy way to “meet” with Dr. Restifo if circumstances make it difficult for your visit to be in person. Text 203-772-1444 to schedule. Here’s what You need to know: Dr. Restifo uses a Secure Video platform designed for telehealth. If you have a […]
Taking Caution & Care to Address COVID-19 Patient and practitioner safety is our top priority! In addition to observing recommendations from the Centers for Disease Control & Prevention and the Connecticut Department of Public Health, here’s what we are doing: Limiting in-person appointments with increased safety protocols in place. Offering “Virtual Visits” for consultations and […]
An Arm Lift After Weight Loss Can Be Life-Changing An arm lift, also known as brachioplasty, is a surgical procedure performed to remove excess fat and skin from the upper arms for a more toned, slimmer appearance. Many patients tell us that an arm lift after weight loss can be life-changing, improving self-esteem and opening […]
Am I a good candidate for plastic surgery? Here are three factors that determine whether or not you are a good candidate for plastic surgery: safety, anatomy, and goals. PLASTIC SURGERY: SAFETY FIRST! When it comes to surgery of any kind, Dr. Restifo’s top priority is safety. There is no aesthetic outcome worth sacrificing your […]
Dr. Restifo & Dr. Mao Win Best Doctors 2019 in Connecticut Magazine! The Best Doctors in America® List includes the nation’s most respected specialists and outstanding primary care physicians in the nation. These are the doctors that other doctors recognize as the best in their fields. They cannot pay a fee and are not paid to […]
Want the best plastic surgery information? Thinking of plastic surgery, but overwhelmed by the glut of information available online? Not sure which websites are trustworthy or how to evaluate what you read. Below are some of the best resources informed by board-certified plastic surgeons. The Plastic Surgery Channel If you love plastic surgery videos, you’ve […]
New data released by the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS) shows 2018 plastic surgery trends, including nearly a quarter million more cosmetic procedures performed in 2018 than the previous year. More than 17.7 million surgical and minimally-invasive cosmetic procedures performed in the United States in 2018, a number that has risen steadily over the past five […]