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Skin cancer is the most common form of cancer in the U.S., and each year there are more new diagnoses of skin cancer than breast, colon and prostate cancer combined! The good news is skin cancer is so easy to prevent. Besides being a cosmetic surgeon, Dr. Anthony...

Contrary to popular belief, not all cosmetic procedures require days off of work or significant down time for recuperation. In fact, quite a few can be done on a lunch break or a short period of time away from the office. One quick treatment comes in the form of...

The appearance of your hands speaks volumes, but what are they saying about your age? Sometimes the hands begin to show signs of aging even before our faces. As we age, our hands lose collagen and underlying fat that make them look youthful. If that isn’t bad enough,...

When one thinks of liposuction, s/he usually makes an association with removing fat from various areas of the body, like the buttocks, abdomen, and thighs. However, liposuction can be used to sculpt the face as well thanks to advances in cosmetic surgery techniques...

Eczema is an inflammatory skin condition. While there are numerous forms of eczema, atopic dermatitis is the most common form, and it relates to allergic tendencies. The symptoms of eczema are patches of itchy, dry, red skin that can also appear cracked. Outbreaks of...

On Monday, September 12th, Houston’s Dr. Anthony Nikko appeared in an exclusive KPRC Channel 2 interview with Rachel McNeill regarding the FDA’s recent announcement stating that silicone breast implants are safe. The debate between silicone or saline breast implants...

Ask any woman, and she’ll tell you that there are one or two things she won’t leave the house without. Some may venture out without foundation or lipstick, but they generally don’t skip mascara because it creates more defined eyelashes. Eyelashes frame the eyes and...

Your wedding is one of the most important days of your life, and you will spend almost limitless time and energy planning everything from the dress, menu, flowers and band, but what about the most important thing? YOU! Just like the dress, bridal cosmetic surgery...

When patients seek cosmetic surgery such as liposuction or body contouring, they often do not consider the importance of healthy living for the future such as eating a balanced diet, getting enough exercise, and quieting the mind. Consideration of the mind, body, and...

According to expert cosmetic surgeon and dermatologist, Dr. Anthony Nikko, buttock augmentation is one of the most sought-after cosmetic surgery procedures in Houston. Some women and men are not satisfied with the natural shape of their buttocks and wish to tighten,...

Have you ever wondered how Botox evolved from being a dreaded toxin to being a wonder drug for cosmetic dermatology? Scientists have known about botulinium toxin since at least 1820, when a German epidemiologist was trying to find the source of food-related deaths. In...

If you have been struggling with low self-esteem or embarrassment over the size and shape of your body, contact Nikko Cosmetic Surgery Center in Houston today to learn how Cosmetic Surgery can give you the body you have always wanted.

Exfoliation is the mechanical or chemical removal of the oldest cells on the outermost surface of the skin. Skin cells die and are replaced every day, but exfoliation helps this process along. A chemical peel uses a specially formulated acid based solution as a...

The breasts are perhaps the most beautiful feature on the female body because the curves and volume accentuate the other areas of the body like the waist and hips. Unfortunately, not all women develop the breasts they desire, but that does not mean she cannot achieve...

The medical terminology for cheek implantation is called malar augmentation. This is a cosmetic surgery procedure appropriate for both men and women who are looking for more distinction in the face such as high cheekbones. Many patients between the ages of 40-50 seek...