Steven J. Pearlman, MD

Q & A with Dr. Steven J. Pearlman 12-22-2010

Pearlman Aesthetic Surgery | Steven J. Pearlman | Facial Plastic Surgeon | New York, NY

Q: What got you into this specific practice of medicine?

A: Facial plastic surgery is a challenging yet extremely gratifying medical specialty. We are working on people’s faces: this is what identifies you.

- Our motto is "We empower beauty™"

- Our patients are accomplished, discerning and driven to success, but they’ve begun to feel that the amazing person they are on the inside isn’t matching what they see in the mirror. I help them look... read more

More Q & A with Dr. Pearlman

Q: What makes Pearlman Aesthetic Surgery stand out from other plastic surgery practices?

A: I specialize in facial plastic and reconstructive surgery. As a specialist confining my practice to the face, I spend more time learning, practicing and teaching all aspects of facial rejuvenation. Given my background in head and neck surgery, I learned the anatomy and techniques in facial reconstruction from the facial skeleton on outward as a basis, and frequently the origin, for many of the cosmetic... read more

Dr. Pearlman's Charity Work

FACE TO FACE is the humanitarian arm of the Educational and Research Foundation for the American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery. Surgeons donate their time and expertise to perform plastic and reconstructive surgery for people in need.

The Little Baby Face Foundation brings children born with facial deformities to New York City, free of charge, and surgeons volunteer their time to provide corrective surgery and medical care to children who are in financial need worldwide.

Dr. Pearlman performs revision rhinoplasty with FDA-approved PDS plate 12-22-2010

Dr. Pearlman is on the cutting edge of plastic surgery. Read more about the new revision rhinoplasty procedure he will perform using the newly-FDA-approved PDS Plate from Mentor, which provides structural support for soft tissue and cartilage reconstruction.

Rhinoplasty: Procedure and Risks

Cheryl Calmis

Rhinoplasty | Steven J. Pearlman | Cosmetic Surgeon | New York, NY

Rhinoplasty, or as it is more commonly known, a nose job, is the most often performed plastic surgery procedure in the United States. Rhinoplasty can improve the appearance of the nose by straightening the bridge of the nose, reshaping the tip, reducing or adding to the size of the nose, and changing the distance between the nose and the upper lip. In addition, rhinoplasty can also repair defects from injury, birth defects, or improve breathing difficulties.

How is rhinoplasty done?

The upper... read more

What Is Eyelid Surgery?

Clarissa Celestino

Eye | Steven J. Pearlman | Facial Plastic Surgeon | New York, NY

Eyelid surgery, also known as blepharoplasty, consists of the removal or repositioning of baggy or droopy skin or fat around the upper or lower eyelid. The procedure is primarily used as a cosmetic procedure to fix the sagging and puffing of skin around the eyes, which is often caused by aging. Although mostly used as a cosmetic procedure, there are cases where this type of procedure is not elective.

Patients who have a condition of droopy eyelids (ptosis), causing their vision to be obstructed... read more

What Is Botox?

Alissa Pacheco

Would you believe there is one product that can make your wrinkles disappear and make you sweat less? Well, there is and it’s called Botox. Botox is the brand name of a collection of bacteria called clostridium botulinum. In a small, diluted form this otherwise toxic substance can prevent you from frowning and hide those embarrassing sweat stains.

Wrinkles can be annoying, so if you can’t commit to a face lift, then Botox is the answer to those problem areas. A medical professional... read more