We are no longer requiring a negative test for unvaccinated patients, but we are wearing masks! Please bring a mask with you before entering the office. As a friendly reminder, all patients must fill out paperwork prior to EVERY visit including follow-up appointments so we are prepared for your arrival. Also, NO dental work (including dental cleanings) or vaccines two weeks before or two weeks after filler. Lastly, please tell us if you are taking…

For patients who want to reduce stubborn fat around the body, CoolSculpting^® is frequently utilized to reshape areas unresponsive to dieting and exercise. This procedure relies on FDA-cleared cryolipolysis technology to break down excess fat cells, leaving behind a slimmer and smoother look in the treated contours. CoolSculpting^® Elite — often referred to as “the next generation” of the controlled-cooling technique — now offers Providence-area patients many upgrades from the original CoolSculpting^® treatment, including the…

Our team at the Polacek Center for Plastic Surgery is proud to be leading relief efforts to help families and their pets in the Ukraine. For those who would like to contribute by donating emergency supplies, we are saying thank you by extending a treatment special for a limited time! Bring four donations from the list of necessities below, and you’ll receive one free CoolSculpting^® cycle with the purchase of four or more cycles. (Maximum savings:…

Spending time in the sun can create a beautiful glow, but after years of excess sun exposure, signs of skin damage can start to show. This is because UV rays can actually speed or worsen the effects of aging, leading to concerns like wrinkles, lines, and sun spots. Sun spots, also known as “age spots” or “liver spots,” look like darkened patches of skin, and they’re caused by an overproduction of melanin as your skin…

There are several factors to consider before determining if a chemical peel is the right cosmetic procedure for you. First, one should know what a chemical peel treatment really is and how it can impact them. Depending on what you are seeking to cosmetically improve about your face, chemical peels may or may not be right for you. Often used as a popular skin care procedure to repair damaged skin, there are three things you…

Every year, readers of the Providence Journal can vote for the publication’s Readers’ Choice Awards in multiple categories — from healthcare and beauty to dining and entertainment. The professionals with the most votes are considered the best in their respective fields, and only the most distinguished doctors are nominated in the medical categories, making the “Best Of” award a well-earned honor. Last year, our board-certified plastic surgeon, Lori Polacek, MD, was awarded the Readers’ Choice…

As we consult with the RI Department of Health weekly for updated COVID-19 recommendations, we will continue to keep strict, COVID safety guidelines for our practice. Due to the space constraints in our waiting room, we ask that you stay in your vehicle, park in one of our four designated parking spaces directly in front of our office and call us when you arrive. A member of our team will call you to come in…

Hyaluronic acid (or HA) has long been a staple in the aesthetic world. The human body produces this substance to lubricate tissue and promote collagen, thereby keeping the skin hydrated and healthy. An abundance of HA in the skin can create a youthful, rejuvenated appearance; in turn, insufficient HA in the skin tends to make us look more tired. This is because our skin loses collagen as we age, which can lead to a myriad…