Dr. Anthony Perkins
Plastic Surgery
Short Hills, NJ
17 years experience male
Locations
Plastic Surgery of Short Hills
Short Hills, NJ
My office hours
Friday: 9:00am - 5:00pm
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Insurances accepted
UnitedHealthcare
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Tribeca Plastic Surgery
New York, NY
About
Bio
Dr. Perkins provides comprehensive care for all Plastic and
Reconstructive Surgery including all breast surgery, hand surgery,
facial surgery, microsurgery, cancer reconstruction, burns, wound
management and all cosmetic surgery including injectables.
A graduate of McGill Medical School in Montreal, Canada, he also
completed a highly competitive Integrated Plastic Surgery Program at the
McGill University Health Center also in Montreal. His residency was an
intensive training in all surgical and non-surgical aspects of Plastic
Surgery.
He also completed a one-year Clinical fellowship in Cosmetic surgery at The New York Eye and Ear Infirmary.
Dr. Perkins has been involved with and continues to perform research
in all aspects of Plastic Surgery. He has authored many medical papers
and has presented research in local and national meetings. He is also
fluent in French.
SpecialtiesDoctors may have more than one area of specialty interest. Board certification in a specialty area means the doctor has completed formal training and has practice experience in that specialty, and has passed the certification examination from the corresponding accredited medical specialty board.
Doctors may have more than one area of specialty interest. Board certification in a specialty area means the doctor has completed formal training and has practice experience in that specialty, and has passed the certification examination from the corresponding accredited medical specialty board.
Plastic Surgery
Aesthetic Medicine
Cosmetic Surgery
Licenses
United States: New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania
Doctor Q&A
98 Answers
191 Agrees
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A 33-year-old member asked:
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Plastic Surgery 17 years experience
No.: Most non-displaced fractures of the hand bones take 3-4 weeks to heal depending on age and location.
The only type of fracture where I have a hand ... Read More
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A female asked:
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Good question.: A facelift removes excess skin and tightens the layers underneath the skin (smas).
Facelifts don't usually help out with fine wrinkles, these are bet... Read More
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A 42-year-old member asked:
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Not too young.: Age is not the most important characteristic for a mid-face lift. The patient's facial characteristics, degree of ptosis of cheek region are the dete... Read More
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A 33-year-old member asked:
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About 2/3: A mini would usually have 2/3 the recovery time of a full (also 2/3 pain, time off work).
The difference between the two procedures is in a mini ther... Read More
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A 25-year-old female asked:
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Residual scar: Good day, thank you for your question! It sounds like this might be a residual scar left behind from the pimple. Either way it would be prudent to s... Read More
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A 29-year-old male asked:
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Number of treatments: There are a number of treatments that can help depending on which area you want improved- botox, fillers, Ultherapy.
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A 26-year-old female asked:
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No.: Good day, thank you for your question! The quick answer is most likely not if it was injected properly. Also Botox starts to fade in its effect afte... Read More
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A 24-year-old female asked:
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Close to none.: My breast consultations usually happen over 3 clinic visits. It takes this time for us to discuss the variables involved in breast surgery - use of i... Read More
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A 49-year-old member asked:
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Laser lipo.: Laser liposuction destroys the fat cells prior to fat removal. It also has the advantage of skin tightening.
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A 46-year-old member asked:
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It is surgery.: Liposuction is relatively safe in a young, healthy patient that only requires minimal fat removal.
However it is surgery and does carry the risk of a... Read More
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A 44-year-old member asked:
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Usually yes.: Firm tissue occurs underlying the areas treated by liposuction. This usually persists for a period of 6 months.
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A 39-year-old member asked:
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Weight loss.: Aside from weight loss, surgical interventions (liposuction and surgical removal of fat) are the only ways to remove fat in the face.
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A 24-year-old female asked:
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Forever: Rogaine (minoxidil) should be used for the entire duration of hair replacement.
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A 39-year-old female asked:
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No.: This is not normal. I would suggest you to re-consult your surgeon. All the best!
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A female asked:
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Maybe: Because the skin is tightened the tattoo will most likely be distorted.
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A 59-year-old male asked:
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Yes.: Skin glue can definitely be used to close almost all incisions that we do cosmetically. It's unclear which produces more scarring (skin glue vs. Stit... Read More
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A 59-year-old male asked:
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Really depends.: Results from either procedure really depends on the patient's facial characteristics and specifically the procedure performed.
In terms of how long s... Read More
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A female asked:
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Depends.: Nothing is proven. Some doctors use drains and compression garments, other doctors uses tissel and no dressing. I have done both i currently using a ... Read More
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A female asked:
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Usually 2 weeks: After a necklift most patients are off work for 2 weeks. Depending on the procedure performed some are at work after a week.
In order to eliminate a... Read More
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A 25-year-old female asked:
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Normal progression.: Because the skin and soft tissue is different in certain parts of the nose the patient may feel irregularities in the bone when pushing down. However... Read More
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A 31-year-old member asked:
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Surgery carries risk: Any type of surgery we may perform carries risks, not only from the surgery but also the anesthesia the patient receives.
A thorough minimum 2 part c... Read More
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A 40-year-old member asked:
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Yes!: This is a relatively common procedure, particularly on those who have lost significant weight.
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A male asked:
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Absolutely!: Yes! a youthful face is full of fat. As we age we lose fat and also our fat descends along with the skin and all tissues of the face.
Fat transfer ... Read More
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A 28-year-old male asked:
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Confusion terms: Facelifts and necklifts are confusing terms in that facelifts help treat the jaw/neckline better than an actually necklift.
In practice i commonly pe... Read More
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A 28-year-old female asked:
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Immunosuppression: These drugs can cause a suppression of the immune system. This will put the patient at an increased risk on infections and a decreased healing rate. ... Read More
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A 18-year-old male asked:
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Reason?: The key to any cosmetic procedure is understanding the patient's desires and concerns.
It is exceeding rare for me to do any significant volume of fi... Read More
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A member asked:
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Return to your MD: Temporary sutures usually are gone by 2-3 weeks. It is important that you reconsult your doctor for possible suture removal.
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A 32-year-old member asked:
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Probably.: I would discourage any procedures (liposuction, tummy tucks) if you are planning to get pregnant, .
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A 43-year-old member asked:
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Rare.: Liposuction of the calves is practically never medically necessary, the exception to the rule is a lipoma that is present in this region.
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A 41-year-old member asked:
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No.: Surgery is required to tighten the layers underneath the skin (smas) and also remove the excess skin. There is currently no non-surgical alternative.
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A 35-year-old member asked:
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Inexperienced Mds.: Muscles in the face are always under constant tension and competing with other muscles of the face; it is a dynamic relationship.
Therefore when some... Read More
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A 18-year-old male asked:
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Bleach creams: Bleach creams are a good treatment of dark spots. However these should be used under the advice of a doctor. All the best!
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A female asked:
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No dermal fillers.: This is an area that will rarely benefit from dermal fillers. Botox treats this area.
Botox works on muscles causing a temporary paresis (partial pa... Read More
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A male asked:
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Temporary fix: A thread lift typically lasts 12 months therefore it is only a temporary fix. A thread lift will not change your need for surgery in the future, it i... Read More
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A female asked:
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Usually 18: A general rule for me is cosmetic surgery for those 18 and older and also those who are mature enough to understand the procedure and risks involved.
... Read More
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A 28-year-old male asked:
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Enhancing abdomen: A tummy tuck involves enhancing the appearance of the abdomen.
In order to provide the best results there is skin resection, liposuction and muscle t... Read More
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A 45-year-old member asked:
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Removing fat.: Facial liposuction is removing fat from the face. This is primarily done in the neck and chin region.
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A male asked:
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10-15 years: The skin removed from a necklift is permanent.
A revisional necklift should be performed if necessary after 10-15 years.
The term necklift is used t... Read More
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A female asked:
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Unfortunately not.: Botox works on muscles causing a temporary paresis (partial paralysis), its action helps smooth out wrinkles which have formed.
Unfortunately a sag... Read More
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A 34-year-old member asked:
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Different healing.: Sutures are used to help approximate soft tissues.
Different soft tissues require certain healing times (skin, mucosa, muscle, tendon) therefore it i... Read More
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A 41-year-old male asked:
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Yes.: Yes, it is very safe,
there are some circumstances where Botox should not be used-
lactating, eaton-lambert syndrome, people on aminoglycosides, pr... Read More
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A 59-year-old male asked:
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Timing.: Dysport, especially if the first time a patient receives the treatment can take 2-3 weeks for maximal result to occur.
I would tend to wait the extra... Read More
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A 28-year-old female asked:
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Benzoyl peroxide: Good day, thank you for your question! Benzoyl peroxide 10% is a good place to start. It is available over the counter.
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A 19-year-old female asked:
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Rash: Good day, thank you for your question! It sounds like it could be an allergic rash.
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A 40-year-old member asked:
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Options: There are several options to help with thin lips. The most common being fillers (restylane, perlane) and silicone implants. Fillers last 6-9 months ... Read More
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A 25-year-old male asked:
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Normal recovery.: Yes, liposuction is not a very painful procedure. Some people do not require painkillers, this depends on the area, the volume and the pain tolerance... Read More
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A 46-year-old member asked:
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Weight loss.: Liposuction performed on patients with a bmi above 30 has adverse risks. It would be prudent to undergo weight loss before surgery.
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A 24-year-old male asked:
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Consult your PCP: Good day, thank you for your question! I would strongly suggest you consult your primary care physician for them to evaluate you.
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A 44-year-old member asked:
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Consultation is key.: It is crucial to the patient's success that a thorough consultation be done prior to any surgical procedure. The patient's goals, desires and motivat... Read More
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A 42-year-old member asked:
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Yes.: Liposuction does permanently remove fat cells, however the remaining fat cells can increase in size if there is a weight gain.
With aging there is us... Read More
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TestimonialsRecommendations and Thank you notes are endorsements given from patients or other doctors.
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Aug 21, 2013
I had breast augmentation and knee liposuction done by Dr. Perkins. He is an amazing doctor, caring and a perfectionist, would never go to anyone else. Choosing Dr. Perkins as my doctor is the best de...Read More
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Sep 3, 2014
Dr. Perkins spends time with you, answers questions, and educates you. He has a personable nature and is easy to talk with. The Botox injections were virtually painless - done with a light touch.
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Mar 30, 2015
Dr. Perkins is an amazing doctor! #nationaldoctorsday2015 #virtualflower1
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This was very helpful. Thanks! Thank you Dr. Perkins! The antibiotics have made a noticeable difference in just a few hours!
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Thank you, your answer was very helpful! Thanks! just got scared there was more fluid left or somthing.
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Thank you, your answer was very helpful! Just placed a Healthtap #, re: endoscopic approach. Bye!
Education & Training
Medical/Graduate school
McGill University Faculty of Medicine, QC
Graduated 2006MD
Residency
McGill University Health Centre
Awards
Benjamin H. Shore Plastic Surgery Award
2013 Marquis Who's Who World
2014 Marquis Who's Who World
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