In this companion post to our “Fact or Fiction” guide to recognizing fishy before and after photos, board certified NYC plastic surgeon Darren M. Smith, MD discusses some common examples of photographic trickery and how to spot them.
About Dr. Smith
Welcome to the practice of Dr. Darren M. Smith. A board-certified plastic surgeon practicing in New York City, Dr. Smith specializes in advanced aesthetic techniques to provide superb results in cosmetic surgery of the face, breasts, and body, as well as in cosmetic injectable treatments. We are privileged to care for patients from the NYC area and from around the world.
Dr. Smith is one of the only plastic surgeons in the country to have completed subspecialty fellowship training in aesthetic surgery of the face, breasts, and body as well as in craniofacial surgery (surgery of the bones of the face and skull). This background allows him to approach each patient from a unique perspective resulting in natural, excellent outcomes. Preoperatively, his expertise is conveyed to patients in the form of his frequently praised comforting manner and genuine interest in patient education. Postoperatively, Dr. Smith is known for his close involvement in his patients’ recovery process to ensure an optimal experience is provided every step of the way.
Dr. Smith grew up in Manhattan before traveling around the nation and abroad to complete his training. He is now thrilled to return to his home community and to join the practice of world-renowned plastic surgeon Dr. Alan Matarasso. In addition to being known for his surgical excellence, Dr. Smith is an innovator in the field of plastic surgery, cited over 1200 times by surgeons and scientists around the world. He is also a media favorite with his expertise featured in Allure, Elle, and many other outlets. We are looking forward to meeting you.
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In this companion post to our “Fact or Fiction” guide to recognizing fishy before and after photos, board certified NYC plastic surgeon Darren M. Smith, MD discusses some common examples of photographic trickery and how to spot them.
NYC board certified plastic surgeon Darren M. Smith, MD explains what a rectus diastasis is and how it can be addressed.
Before and after photos on social media are sometimes too good to be true. Here, Dr. Darren Smith, a board certified plastic surgeon in New York City, offers some tips on telling fact from fiction.
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