Jay Grossman MD

Crepey skin: Treatment, causes, and how to fix it

A look at crepey skin, a common complaint where the skin looks thin and wrinkled. Included is detail on prevention and the role of nutrition.

This Is Why You Absolutely Need To Stop Wearing Shoes In Your House

I always wondered why so many cultures around the world (except for America) left shoes off at or outside the door. Now I know why! You shouldn't wear shoes in your home for several reasons.

21 Things To Know Before You Get A Tattoo

Should You Wear Underwear When You Get a Massage?

If you're planning to get a massage you may be wondering if you should take it all off or leave some clothes on.

10 Common Causes Of Hair Loss In Women

If you're losing more strands than usual or you notice your hair's thinner than it used to be, here's what may be to blame.

Can You Naturally Remove Skin Tags?

Skin tags start off small and fairly insignificant but they can quickly grow and become a problem both because of their appearance and the fact that they can get in the way.<br>The good news about skin tags is that they are harmless and benign - made up of fibrous connective tissues. Find out more about getting rid of them...

Ways to Prevent and Reduce Lines Under Eyes

Lines under your eyes are a normal part of getting older. You can control some things to reduce lines under your eyes like protecting your skin from sun exposure and staying hydrated. We’ll share other ways you can prevent and also reduce lines under eyes with at-home remedies and professional treatment.

Questions to ask your liposuction surgeon

Get information from the American Society of Plastic Surgeons about what questions to ask your plastic surgeon during your liposuction consultation.

When to See a Surgeon for Spinal Stenosis

When should a patient have surgery for spinal stenosis rather than manage symptoms through non-surgical care? This article addresses surgery for lumbar spinal stenosis.

5 Questions To Ask Your Surgeon Before Spine Surgery

Today, we'll explain five questions you should ask your surgeon before spine surgery so the patient and the doctor are on the same page.

Can a General Surgeon be just as good as a plastic surgeon to carry out an Abdominoplastry?

Can a General Surgeon be just as good as a plastic surgeon to carry out an Abdominoplastry?

Is It Bad To Crack Your Neck?

If you work a sedentary job or spend a lot of time looking down at your phone, you probably notice that your neck feels painful or stiff. Some of us try to loosen our necks by gently moving it from side to side, while others are a little more gung-ho about manipulating and crack their …

3 Causes Of Spinal Swelling

Spinal swelling isn't all that common, but if you haven't suffered an acute trauma and you notice some swelling on your back, it's a sign that there's something going on that requires medical attention.

Questions to ask your plastic surgeon

Get information from the American Society of Plastic Surgeons about what questions to ask your plastic surgeon during your mommy makeover consultation.

Find a Cosmetic Surgeon in Your Area

Our surgeon locater tool lets you easily find board certified cosmetic surgeons close to you. Just enter your city, state, or ZIP code for surgeon profiles.

Mattress Buying Tips To Protect Your Spine

You spend a third of your life on your mattress, so it’s important that you invest in a quality bed that really supports and protects your spine. This is especially important if you deal with acute or chronic back pain. Your bed is supposed to be a place where your spine can recover from the …

Surgeon General Issues a Call to Action to Prevent Skin Cancer

It’s time to start taking sun safety much more seriously

Questions plastic surgeons wish you'd ask, but you don't

Planning a cosmetic or elective procedure can be confusing. So many options and details are involved that it’s easy to overlook some basics that will help you along the way. To help you out, we asked doctors on RealSelf: What are the top questions you wish patients would ask, but they don’t? Find their incredibly helpful answers below. Choosing a doctor “Do you have hospital privileges?” “If a patient needs to be seen in a hospital, your own doctor can take care of…

Ten Questions You've Always Wanted to Ask a Plastic Surgeon

From giant breast implants to judging strangers on the street, a doctor opens up about the new face of beauty.

Preventing Dural Tears During Spine Surgery

During every surgical operation, spine surgeons and their medical team work tirelessly to ensure they do everything in their power to prevent against possible operative complications. We’ve talked about a number of different potential complications on the blog in the past, but one risk we haven’t touched on all that much is the prospect of […]