It’s easy to notice facial aging when your jowls start to sag, and the rest of your face seems to drop. Today, dermal fillers, neuromodulators like Botox injections, lasers, threads are all procedures that can help make you look more refreshed. However, everyone at some point will have enough aging signs that a facelift inRead More
One of the first areas of concern people have with aging is the drooping of the corners of your mouth. This sagging makes you look sad, tired and old. You may find yourself pulling on your cheeks to improve this deformity. While traditionally a surgical lift is the ideal technique to rejuvenate this area, majorityRead More
As we age, loss of skin elasticity and volume will lead to sagging tissue. While many non-surgical options exist to rejuvenate the face, at some point, you may feel like surgery may be the best option. But a facelift procedure can be a daunting decision for many people—the idea of cutting open your face withRead More
If you’re considering getting plastic surgery for your face, you will discover there are a lot of choices for surgeons. The most common consideration will likely be plastic surgeons. Most people tend to think plastic surgeons because that is who they think of for all things related to cosmetic surgery. That’s understandable. The popularity ofRead More
The influence of such popular social media and entertainment celebrities (like the Kardashians) has been a major reason for the increase in lip augmentation. We see many patients coming in asking for lip injections to look like their favorite star. It’s not that these stars created a new beauty standard. Voluminous lips have always beenRead More
Bags under your eyes are one of the most common complaints we see in our practice. I had previously written about treatment options, and today I wanted to comment on specific ways you can optimize filler results. Injecting the tear troughs is a very challenging procedure and should be done by expert injectors with experienceRead More
Full head of hair is another important attribute of youth and attractiveness. For many men, male pattern baldness is a disappointing development. In the past, hair loss prompted many men to try various hair styles like comb overs, wigs or hair pieces, and even surgery to create a fuller head of hair. While the incidenceRead More
The latest trend in cosmetic surgery is an increasing number of men getting cosmetic treatments. Interestingly, the most common facial plastic surgeries sought for by women are also among the most popular for men. These include eyelid lift surgery (or blepharoplasty), rhinoplasty, facelift or necklifts. While women seek breast augmentations, many men are getting breastRead More
Men comprise a large portion of my rhinoplasty practice. While some also want cosmetic changes, the majority of men looking for rhinoplasty want to breathe better. It’s not uncommon for men to complain of nasal obstruction. Many give a history of nasal trauma—usually from sport injuries or from fights. While these injuries certainly can resultRead More
The popularity of selfies is one reason more people are becoming more self conscious about their “double chin.” This is due to the fat accumulation under your chin, or submental liposis (in medical jargon). You don’t have to be over weight to have this problem Pay attention to magazines, TVs, or around you, and you’llRead More
