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Dr. William B. Rosenblatt, MD

Plastic Surgeon

Dr. William Rosenblatt is a cosmetic medicine and surgery specialist practicing in New York, NY. Dr. Rosenblatt specializes in the enhancement of appearance. Improving aesthetic, symmetry and proportion are key goals in cosmetic surgery. Cosmetic medicine has nothing to do with these specific areas not functioning properly; therefore, this elective field solely focuses on aesthetics and anti-aging.
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52 years Experience
Dr. William B. Rosenblatt, MD
  • New York, NY
  • New York Med Coll- Valhalla Ny
  • Accepting new patients

What is the most common breast implant size?

The most common implant I use is a smooth walled silicone implant between 250 and 350 ccs. This is about a 1 1/2 size increase for most people. My patients pick the size that they READ MORE
The most common implant I use is a smooth walled silicone implant between 250 and 350 ccs. This is about a 1 1/2 size increase for most people. My patients pick the size that they want and I insert it.

William B. Rosenblatt, M.D.

What is the recovery for otolarynology plastic surgery?

I assume you want your ears pinned back or an otoplasty. The recovery in my hands is a few days, less than a week.

William B. Rosenblatt, M.D.

How long does eye lift surgery last?

Usually at least 20 years -- sometimes you get more upper lid skin -- but if the doctor did a good job with the fat pockets, you may never need them done again. William B. Rosenblatt, READ MORE
Usually at least 20 years -- sometimes you get more upper lid skin -- but if the doctor did a good job with the fat pockets, you may never need them done again.

William B. Rosenblatt, M.D.

Are breast implants safe long-term?

All of the studies done on smooth wall silicone or saline implants have shown that there are really no major health affects. You can have local issues, but they do not affect your READ MORE
All of the studies done on smooth wall silicone or saline implants have shown that there are really no major health affects. You can have local issues, but they do not affect your overall health. Speak to your doctor about them. They are the safest way to increase your breast size. I will not do fat grafting as I think their problems can be much worse.

William B. Rosenblatt, M.D.

Is facelift surgery safe?

We do facelifts under sedation only, so the anesthesia is a safe as it can be. All surgery has some degree of risks, but with this they are minor in nature. Make sure your doctor READ MORE
We do facelifts under sedation only, so the anesthesia is a safe as it can be. All surgery has some degree of risks, but with this they are minor in nature. Make sure your doctor discusses all risks with you before.

William B. Rosenblatt, M.D.

How long does butt lift surgery take?

This is the worst surgery done today. The fat often goes away, you end up with a lumpy butt, and the incidence of death is about 1 in 3,000 procedures.

Is it safe to have a nose job in the summer?

There is no contraindication to nasal surgery in the summer. The risk of infection is no higher than doing it in the winter. Do the surgery when it is convenient for you. William READ MORE
There is no contraindication to nasal surgery in the summer. The risk of infection is no higher than doing it in the winter. Do the surgery when it is convenient for you.

William B. Rosenblatt, M.D.

Is nose plastic surgery safe?

All surgery has risks, but it is as safe as possible. Have your surgery done by a board certified plastic surgeon in a certified operating facility. Also, talk to the doctor about READ MORE
All surgery has risks, but it is as safe as possible. Have your surgery done by a board certified plastic surgeon in a certified operating facility. Also, talk to the doctor about the risks involved and have all of your questions answered.

William B. Rosenblatt, M.D.

Is liposuction safe?

There are risks involved in all surgery, but when you go to a qualified board certified plastic surgeon who has done hundreds if not thousands of liposuction cases, the risks are READ MORE
There are risks involved in all surgery, but when you go to a qualified board certified plastic surgeon who has done hundreds if not thousands of liposuction cases, the risks are very low.

William B. Rosenblatt, M.D.

How long does breast enlargement surgery take?

Breast augmentation surgery usually takes a little more than 1 hour. We commonly do this in our office surgery OR -- you spend about a morning with us and then go home to relax READ MORE
Breast augmentation surgery usually takes a little more than 1 hour. We commonly do this in our office surgery OR -- you spend about a morning with us and then go home to relax and recover. Back to work in a few days with minimal pain.

William B. Rosenblatt, M.D.

What is the difference between plastic and cosmetic surgery?

Plastic includes reconstructive surgery, cosmetic surgery - it's to improve looks. They are pretty much interchangeable.

William B. Rosenblatt, M.D.

Will an otoplasty affect my ability to hear?

An otoplasty should have nothing to do with hearing. It just pins back your fly away ears.

William B. Rosenblatt, M.D.

Is face lift surgery safe?

In general, elective cosmetic surgery is safe, but you should make sure you are being treated by a board certified plastic surgeon and having surgery in a certified OR. Also, you READ MORE
In general, elective cosmetic surgery is safe, but you should make sure you are being treated by a board certified plastic surgeon and having surgery in a certified OR. Also, you need to make sure you have no underlying medical conditions that might predispose you to a complication. Your blood pressure should be normal and you should be healthy. Complications can
occur, but most are minor and easily dealt with. At your consultation, talk to the doctor about your worries.

William B. Rosenblatt, M.D.

What are the risks and advantages of abdominoplasty?

They are not done at the same time. Have the baby and then 6 months later perhaps you could have the abdominoplasty.

William B. Rosenblatt, M.D.

Are there health risks involved with liposuction?

Liposuction is surgery -- all surgery has risks. If you are healthy, then the risks are extremely small -- speak to your doctor and go over all that is involved. William B. READ MORE
Liposuction is surgery -- all surgery has risks. If you are healthy, then the risks are extremely small -- speak to your doctor and go over all that is involved.

William B. Rosenblatt, M.D.

Is there a safe cosmetic surgery to thin out my hips?

If you have excess fat there, then liposuction, which is a safe procedure, could do what you want, but you need to be seen to know if it would be appropriate. William B. Rosenblatt, READ MORE
If you have excess fat there, then liposuction, which is a safe procedure, could do what you want, but you need to be seen to know if it would be appropriate.

William B. Rosenblatt, M.D.

Do you typically look better after plastic surgery?

We can image you to see how your breasts will look before and after augmentation. Will they look better? That is up to the viewer -- there is no classification of better. The surgery READ MORE
We can image you to see how your breasts will look before and after augmentation. Will they look better? That is up to the viewer -- there is no classification of better. The surgery is usually quick and successful and patients are satisfied. We hope they will look the way you want, so that way they will look "better."

Should I get a second opinion before plastic surgery?

Sounds like you are unhappy with the opinion. Why go to a doctor who disagrees with you? Get another opinion -- if you still can't get what you want, then you need to decide who READ MORE
Sounds like you are unhappy with the opinion. Why go to a doctor who disagrees with you? Get another opinion -- if you still can't get what you want, then you need to decide who is correct -- the doctor or you.

William B. Rosenblatt, M.D.

Do breast implants feel natural?

The implants themselves feel like normal breast tissue. On occasion, patients can develop firm capsules around the implants where they may feel firmer than normal breast tissue. READ MORE
The implants themselves feel like normal breast tissue. On occasion, patients can develop firm capsules around the implants where they may feel firmer than normal breast tissue. Our goal is to have breasts that feel soft and natural, but it all depends on how you heal.

William B. Rosenblatt, M.D.

Is an otoplasty permanent?

The goal of the surgery is a permanent improvement with an otoplasty.

William B. Rosenblatt, M.D.