I’d like to believe that aging as we know it is optional. Chronological aging is inevitable. There’s nothing we can do about the number of times we’ve traveled around the sun. However, we are beginning to see that biologic aging, or aging at the cellular level, can be...
Using breast implants is still the most common method of breast augmentation or enhancement in the US. I am very comfortable discussing with and using breast implants for my patients (these are smooth-shelled, gummy bear cohesive silicone implants). As a...
One of the most common questions I get from patients is what or how they should be eating. The goal may be weight loss, better gut health, energy, or longevity. Spoiler alert: there is no one “right” way to eat for everyone, but there are things I factor in when...
Hormones are chemical messengers that direct functioning of organs and tissues in the body. They have a big influence on how we feel day to day, and even on personality. Testosterone is considered a male hormone, but is found in abundance in both men and women. When...
I’ve been seeing an increase in gut health issues, especially in younger women. This is also the group of patients in which I’ve been seeing an epidemic of anxiety and depression. I don’t think it’s a coincidence! But which came first? The gut, which starts...
Semaglutide, Tirzepatide, Ozempic®, Wegovy®, Mounjaro® - There’s a lot of noise and confusion out there about the most talked-about medications since Viagra! I’ve been using the GLP-1/GIP agonists with patients as part of our Metabolic Repair program for a couple of...
If you're the kind of person that might spontaneously combust if your sex life got any hotter, you can stop reading now! For the rest of us, sexual and intimate wellness is an important subject, especially as we get older. But lately I'm seeing more younger people...
Acne! We thought it would be over after we got through those awkward teenage years, but not always! What’s to blame? Adults can develop acne, too, often for the first time ever! Several hormones have been linked to acne: the androgens testosterone,...
The fat transfer procedure is a unique treatment that allows patients to take unwanted fat from a particular area of the body and transfer it to another area to enhance volume and body contours. As you might expect, this treatment does require patients to have a...
The holidays bring lots of festivities and events, which can make it difficult to focus on your personal wellness. At OptimalSelf MD, we’re proud to offer a range of wellness products that can help you and your loved ones secure some much needed self care. Below,...