What Exactly is a Penile Implant? Penile implants come in various forms for either aesthetic enhancement of the penis, or to correct erectile dysfunction. These implants also vary in their viability and longevity, so it is best to consult with experienced urologist...
In the US, there is a subset of urological surgeons called prosthetic urologists who focus almost exclusively on the placement of penile implants for erectile dysfunction. Among them, there are a small group of elite surgeons who perform most of these penile implant...
The glans penis is the area typically referred to as the “head” of the penis that encompasses the opening of the urethra where urine and semen are excreted. Though it is already a sensitive area, for some men, it can be overly sensitive. What causes sensitive glans...
Paintings and writings by the ancient Greeks, as early as 200 BC suggest that they believed that a smaller penis was superior. However, over the course of time, with the various sexual revolutions, this belief has changed and for most men, larger is better and...
Penises come in many shapes, sizes, and even curves. Some men might slightly curve the right, while other’s curve to the left, and some are perfectly straight. However, there’s a difference between a slight curve and Peyronie’s disease or “curved dick” disease. What...
STDs or sexually transmitted diseases are frightening, often considered to be life-altering or incurable. While getting an STD is no picnic and should be cause for alarm, most of the prevalent STDs are curable with simple antibiotics. STDs vs STIs Before going into...
“Botched” is a TV show that profiles patients who went under the knife and with terrible results, which are then repaired by two renowned plastic surgeons. In many episodes, the surgeries were “botched” due to the patients using an unlicensed or inexperienced doctor...
When visiting your doctor, you don’t want to forget to ask the important questions. There are three big questions you should always ask when seeing Dr. Elist. Does My Penis Appear Normal? This question covers all manner of smaller questions you might have about your...
Try to start a conversation with other men about common penile concerns, and everyone will run for the hills. Given how people respond, how can you get answers to questions you have about your own health? How do you know what’s “normal?” Dr. Elist has provided answers...
It’s true, men often think about their penises. The constant fear that you don’t measure up is real and could make you less confident in seeking a partner. The good news is, it’s not entirely out of your hands. There are things you can do every day to help your penis...