Kanter Mark J MD FACS

read moreBreast reduction is viewed as both a cosmetic and reconstructive procedure. This procedure is for patients who wish to reduce breast size following weight loss or to help relieve back pain and other side effects, we offer a procedure to give you more natural-looking, smaller breasts to better suit your body's frame. See some of the results from Dr. Kanter's breast reduction patients. Peninsula Cosmetic and Reconstructive Surgery is here to consult with you on your options. With over fifteen years of experience in breast modification surgery, Dr. Mark Kanter will discuss everything from which procedure and size is best for your body, to financing and insurance coverage.

read morePeninsula Cosmetic & Reconstructive Surgery center in Hampton, Virginia offers BOTOX procedures to improve the look of your skin and make you look younger. BOTOX Cosmetic is a prescription medicine that is injected into muscles. Botox is commonly used to improve the look of moderate to severe frown lines between the eyebrows (glabellar lines). Botox temporarily improves the appearance of wrinkles on your forehead. The Botox injections are widely used among many celebrities. These injections are being viewed as a less intrusive method than other types of plastic surgery.

read moreIn 2009, Peninsula Cosmetic and Reconstructive Surgery was the first cosmetic surgery clinic in Hampton Roads to offer the SmartLipo Laser Liposuction procedure. Since then, we have treated many men and women on their abdomens, flanks and extremities. We believe that this technique is superior in treating the neck, back, upper arms and areas of previous surgery that require revision liposuction. As we mature, our skin starts to thin and loses collagen. Also elasticity of the elastin fibers that are like the rubber bands in our skin diminish.

read moreBlepharoplasty: This procedure enhances the appearance of your eyes and eyelids, correcting imperfections brought on by aging or hereditary factors. A blepharoplasty may remove fatty deposits and baggy skin from the eye area to give you a less tired and puffy look, or remove excess skin that hangs down and impairs your vision. This treatment may be performed on the upper and/or lower lids and, depending on the nature of your procedure, may be covered by insurance. Peninsula Cosmetic & Reconstructive Surgery is located in Hampton, Virginia providing plastic surgery options to residents in Newport News, Virginia Beach, Norfolk, Chesapeake and the surrounding areas.

read moreHave you tried on clothing, only to be disappointed in how your stomach sticks out so dresses and blouses don't hang well? Have you avoided wearing a swimsuit and missed days at the pool and beach? If you're ready for a positive change, Dr. Kanter of Peninsula Cosmetic and Reconstructive Surgery specializes in abdominoplasties for patients in Hampton Roads. Abdominoplasty, also known as the tummy tuck, is a very effective operation. The result is a flatter tummy that looks great in jeans or a slender new dress.

read moreIf you have considered plastic surgery to enhance the look of your breasts, it's important to decide exactly the look you want. Do you want larger, fuller breasts that look great in a low-cut dress? Do you want a smoother, rounder shape, or breasts positioned closer together? Depending on your body's frame and your current bust size, a traditional enlargement might not suit your needs. This is why Peninsula Cosmetic and Reconstructive Surgery offers patients the option of a breast lift. While not a full breast augmentation, this procedure can give your body a fuller look.

read morePositive changes in your lifestyle - better food, more exercise - can help you lose weight and improve your energy and vitality. However, there are some parts of your body that seem to never shrink no matter how much you work out. Weight loss might make some bulges and flab more visible, but with a simple liposuction procedure you can sculpt your body into the shape you want. Liposuction is the second most popular surgery done for cosmetic reasons in the United States. An unwanted shape caused by excessive fat can be treated with liposuction by Dr. Kanter.

read moreRhinoplasty: A common procedure, and commonly referred to as a nose job, rhinoplasty redefines the shape, size, and general appearance of the nose. Rhinoplasty can be performed on men and women at any age, and is usually performed on patients who wish to remove natural bumps or depressions on the nasal bridge, narrow nostrils that appear too wide, or adjust a nose that appears crooked or too large for the face. For patients seeking to repair damage caused by accidents or injury, or genetic obstructions that impair breathing, your insurance may cover some of the procedure.