New England is known for many things. One of the most famous or infamous things, depending on your perspective, is the weather! We are lucky to experience all four seasons: perfectly picturesque fall foliage, endless summer beach days, spring flowers, and yes, lots and lots of snow and cold temperatures! Unlike other parts of the country, New Englanders have to adapt to some unpredictable elements which include adjusting their lifestyles and routines to the varying…

So, what could possibly be the link between kids eating popsicles and fat reduction? Apparently – plenty! It’s how CoolSculpting^® was invented! The CoolSculpting Story The story behind the birth of CoolSculpting is just as interesting as the actual results it produces. Two doctors at Harvard, Dr. Rox Anderson and Dr. Dieter Manstein, noticed a strange phenomenon when they witnessed the loss of cheek fat that occurred when children sucked on frozen popsicles. They were…

No longer should a woman be ashamed or be in pain due to vaginal discomfort. As Vaginal Rejuvenation is becoming more familiar and talked about, we are happy to see more woman discussing the possibility of having a non-surgical procedure with their doctors. Whether women want to restore their vaginal health, improve issues with incontinence, enhance their sexual functioning or gain more confidence with their feminine well-being, there are non-surgical solutions without having surgery. I…

Summer is here!  So, are you going to enjoy it fully or hide indoors?  We have gone from being total sun-worshippers to total sun-phobics!  There has got to be a happy medium. All things in Moderation. With the proper preventative measures and precautions taken, there is no need to be either one or the other. As a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon for over 30 years, I have learned that you just can’t tell a client…

Dr. Lori Polacek, a board-certified Rhode Island plastic surgeon, says she’s seeing more patients coming in for Mommy Makeovers. The combination procedure targets areas of the body most affected by pregnancy. Johnston, Rhode Island (July 2012) – Board-certified Rhode Island plastic surgeon Dr. Lori Polacek (www.polacekplasticsurgery.com) says she has noticed a rise during the past year in the number of patients requesting Mommy Makeovers. Aimed at reversing the changes in a woman’s body that often result from…

The Polacek Center for Plastic Surgery in Rhode Island is attracting patients from Massachusetts and Connecticut for procedures such as facelift and breast augmentation. Johnston, Rhode Island (October 2011) – The Polacek Center for Plastic Surgery is seeing a rise in the number of patients coming to their practice from surrounding states for plastic surgery in Rhode Island. Patients from Massachusetts and Connecticut are turning to Dr. Lori Placek because of her extensive experience and training with…

Dr. Lori Polacek, a board-certified plastic surgeon in Rhode Island, now offers Fraxel Dual. This new addition to the Fraxel line of lasers is a non-surgical solution for wrinkles, brown spots, scarring, sun damage and many other skin concerns. Cranston, Rhode Island (January 2013) –At the Polacek Center for Plastic Surgery (www.polacekplasticsurgery.com), Dr. Lori Polacek, a board-certified plastic surgeon in Rhode Island, now provides a non-surgical treatment for women and men who want to revitalize their…

Vivace is the newest form of non-surgical microneedling with radio frequency cleared by the FDA. Treatments contour and tighten the face, neck, and body by stimulating the production of collagen. Fine lines and wrinkles are reduced with the revolutionary, best in class Vivace Microneedling RF device. Learn About Vivace

The Polacek Center for Plastic Surgery recently added Exilis, a proven technology for non-surgical body contouring and skin tightening, to its lineup of cosmetic enhancements. Providence, Rhode Island (March 2011) – Dr. Lori Polacek, a board-certified plastic surgeon, is now offering Exilis to patients at her plastic surgery practice in Rhode Island. Exilis, a completely non-surgical procedure that uses radiofrequency energy to heat and shrink underlying tissue, is one of the most innovative and sophisticated techniques…