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You have questions about the nation’s most popular facial sculpting procedures – facelift, rhinoplasty or brow lift. We’ve gathered top cosmetic and plastic surgeons from coast-to-coast to provide you with answers. Gain insight into minimally-invasive plastic surgery to reverse the signs of aging and non-invasive medical spa treatments to help prevent it.
Nasal Hump Reduction and Its Effect on BreathingPosted Wednesday, February 1, 2012 to PROCEDURES > Face Posted by Pramit Malhotra, M.D., Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon & Otolaryngologist By: Pramit Malhotra, M.D. During consultations for rhinoplasty in Michigan, I often meet women and men who are concerned that surgery to make their nose smaller will impair their breathing. Although this is a legitimate concern, it shouldn't keep a person from meeting with a qualified surgeon to discuss options for maintainin...More... |
Revision RhinoplastyPosted Thursday, January 19, 2012 to PROCEDURES > Face Posted by Kris Conrad, MD., F.R.C.S., F.R.C.S.C., F.A.C.S By Dr. Kris Conrad: Numerous patients are still legitimately concerned about their appearance, despite having undergone multiple operations by more than one surgeon. In revision rhinoplasty, a most delicate procedure, Dr. Conrad corrects the unwanted outcomes of previous primary rhinoplasty surgeries. This requires an except...More... |
BOTOX® Cosmetic QuizPosted Tuesday, January 3, 2012 to PROCEDURES > Face Posted by Susan Stuart, M.D. By: Susan Stuart, M.D. A lot of false rumors are floating around La Jolla about BOTOX. How much do you really know about this treatment? Read the following, and test your knowledge: True or False: BOTOX Cosmetic injections make you look frozen. Answer: False. When performed correctly, BOTOX injections should leave you loo...More... |
3 Common Problems Solved by RhinoplastyPosted Friday, December 30, 2011 to PROCEDURES > Face Posted by Mark Erlich, MD, FACS By: Mark Erlich, M.D. Sometimes women and men who come to me for nose surgery in New York City aren't quite sure what it is that bothers them about their noses. They just know they are unhappy with their appearance. If you have concerns about the size or shape of your nose, but you are unsure whether or not rhinoplasty can he...More... |
Are Surgical Face Lifts Becoming Obsolete?Posted Friday, December 30, 2011 to PROCEDURES > Face Posted by James Romanelli, MD, FACS With the emergence of numerous non-surgical facial treatments, my patients often have questions about the effectiveness of these procedures compared to the effectiveness of a face lift on Long Island. Typically, I give these patients an explanation of the benefits and drawbacks of each option. Medical Spa services such as BOT...More... |
Patients Travel Long Distances for Expert Rhinoplasty and Face Lift SurgeryPosted Friday, December 30, 2011 to PROCEDURES > Face Posted by Kris Conrad, MD., F.R.C.S., F.R.C.S.C., F.A.C.S Facial plastic cosmetic surgery poses special challenges not only for the surgeon but also for the patients. Increased knowledge of treatments among the public is also now linked with increased expectations and demands. All my Toronto rhinoplasty, Toronto facelift and other patients express concerns about preserving their self-i...More... |
The Abilities of BOTOX® CosmeticPosted Monday, November 21, 2011 to PROCEDURES > Face Posted by Richard Rival, M.D., Board-Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon By: Richard Rival, M.D. Women and men interested in achieving smooth and youthful looking facial skin have a number of options to choose from. Having many choices benefits a wide range of people with varying skin types, but it can lead to some confusion as to which procedure is most effective for achieving a particular goal. ...More... |
Deciding between BOTOX® Cosmetic and Dysport®Posted Thursday, November 10, 2011 to PROCEDURES > Face Posted by Steven Vath, M.D.; Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon By: Steven Vath, M.D. Now that Dysport® has emerged as an alternative treatment to BOTOX® Cosmetic in Denver, I find that many people are confused as to which product they should choose. While BOTOX and Dysport do share many similarities, there are key differences between the two. Understanding what makes each product...More... |
3 Indicators a Facelift is Right for YouPosted Sunday, November 6, 2011 to PROCEDURES > Face Posted by Wendell D. Smoot, M.D., F.A.C.S. When people come into our California practice for a facelift, they usually share three things in common. After working in this business for over thirty years, you can recognize what makes someone a good candidate for a facelift in San Diego, and here are a few things that might make you consider the operation: The skin on you...More... |
Face Lift or Brow Lift? How to Decide Which is Right For YouPosted Thursday, November 3, 2011 to PROCEDURES > Face Posted by Kenrick Spence, M.D.; Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon By: Kenrick Spence, M.D. When patients tell me that they want a face lift at my Orlando practice, I always make sure to ask them specific questions about their concerns and goals in order to determine whether or not the procedure is appropriate. During our discussion I often find that many individuals are concerned with issue...More... |
Mini vs. Traditional FaceliftPosted Wednesday, November 2, 2011 to PROCEDURES > Face Posted by Andrew Wolfe, M.D.; Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon By: Andrew Wolfe, M.D. When women and men come to my practice interested in facial rejuvenation, they are often unsure about the differences between a mini facelift and a traditional facelift in Denver. While both procedures can help improve facial appearance by surgically removing excess skin and tightening underlying facial...More... |
Rhinoplasty Can Help You Breathe More FreelyPosted Monday, October 10, 2011 to PROCEDURES > Face Posted by Michael Menachof, M.D., FACS, Board-Certified Otolaryngologist By: Michael Menachof, M.D. Rhinoplasty does not only fulfill a cosmetic purpose: for many Denver rhinoplasty patients, it can alleviate breathing problems by opening up the nasal passageways. Restricted airflow within the nose can be caused by several factors, namely a deviated septum, enlarged turbinates (made of bone and so...More... |
When is Ear Surgery Worth it?Posted Monday, August 22, 2011 to PROCEDURES > Face Posted by Foothills Dermatology & Facial Plastic Surgery By: Jerold Olson, M.D. Ear surgery, or otoplasty, is a cosmetic procedure to tuck or "pin back" prominent ears for adults and children. For many people whose prominent ears have created unwanted attention, otoplasty can enhance self-confidence and facial harmony. Understanding Otoplasty Most patients who undergo ot...More... |
BOTOX® Cosmetic`s Lasting EffectsPosted Friday, August 5, 2011 to PROCEDURES > Body Posted by Juan Garcia, MD By: Juan Garcia, M.D. For many people, BOTOX® Cosmetic in the Albany area can be a great answer to frown lines and wrinkles that appear around the eyes, brow line and forehead. This popular treatment has become a household name. And with frequent treatments, some patients find that BOTOX Cosmetic lasts longer between trea...More... |
Refresh your EyesPosted Friday, July 29, 2011 to PROCEDURES > Face Posted by Richard Chaffoo, MD, FACS, FICS By Dr. Richard Chaffoo, M.D., FACS, FICS Many people who want to rejuvenate the appearance of their eyelids and area around their eyes are unsure about whether they should choose an injectable treatment such as BOTOX® Cosmetic, or if they would be a better candidate for eyelid surgery in the San Diego area. While each approach ...More... |
Five Facts about a FaceliftPosted Friday, July 22, 2011 to PROCEDURES > Face Posted by Vincent Lepore, M.D.; Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon By: Vincent Lepore, M.D. At my practice in San Jose, face lift procedures have become increasingly popular for a variety of reasons, from appearing young and energetic to competing in the job market to looking as young as you feel. However, I've noticed several common misconceptions about this procedure. Here's what you sh...More... |
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Nose Surgery, Chin Surgery, or Both?Posted Monday, May 9, 2011 to PROCEDURES > Face Posted by Mark Erlich, MD, FACS By Mark Erlich, MD Sometimes, to achieve the most pleasing aesthetic results, I recommend that my rhinoplasty patients in New York City also consider chin augmentation. Usually, I suggest this approach for individuals who have a weak or unpronounced jaw line as well as a prominent nose. By increasing the length of the chin and ...More... |
Revealing Revision RhinoplastyPosted Wednesday, May 4, 2011 to PROCEDURES > Face Posted by Raghu Athré, M.D.; Board-Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon By: Raghu Athré, M.D. For many women and men, a rhinoplasty in Houston can help improve the appearance of several aspects of the nose, including the bridge, tip, and nostrils. However, sometimes patients are unhappy with the final result of their nose surgery, and wish to refine or revise the nose. In this instance, re...More... |