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I feel like I suddenly don’t recognize my eyes. Is that possible?
I regularly hear patients exclaim “I was doing fine with my eyes, and all of a sudden I can’t stand them”. Eyelid changes are a gradual process. It can start with a little extra skin on the upper lids or…
I feel jowly and fillers no longer seem to help. What’s going on?
I find that there are two reasons for this: 1) It may be time for a facelift, and 2) the issue at hand may actually the result of overfilling. It may be time to remove some of the old filler!…
Can I eliminate circles around my eyes?
Circles under the eyes cannot be fully eliminated. This pigmentation is often genetic and there is not much you can do without a good concealer. However, there are some options to help. Age contributes to some of the shadows since this skin…
What is an Endoscopic Brow Lift?
An endoscope is a video camera attached to a long thin tube that uses small incisions for the brow lift procedure rather than larger incisions, which might have been customary in the past. For this procedure, several short incisions are…
How Do I Get Luscious Lips?
It’s no surprise that everyone wants great lips. Lips start a conversation, show affection with kissing and display our attitude with a smile: So of course, we want to put our best lips forward! Here are a few ways to…
How often does one have to repeat cosmetic surgery procedures?
By now most patients who do facial rejuvenation with injectables know these products do not last forever. BOTOX® or Dysport® can last 3 – 6 months for some, while fillers (i.e. Juvéderm, Restylane or even collagen stimulators like Sculptra) may…
Cosmetic surgery recovery timelines for breast and body procedures.
Looking to plan cosmetic surgery in time for a big event such as a wedding, retirement, or reunion? Body contouring such as tummy tuck, liposuction, CoolSculpting® or cosmetic breast surgery (i.e. augmentation, breast lift or reduction), are best planned…
Commonly asked questions about Facelifts
Is a mini-facelift as good as a traditional Facelift? A regular facelift gives the best results by far for both the face AND neck. Some will choose to also include their eyes and brow as part of the complete surgery,…
Applications for Botox in your 30’s, 40’s, 50’s and Beyond
Typically it’s the 30s when people start to notice frown lines or crows feet. Consistent BOTOX® or Dysport® treatments can help reduce wrinkles and slow the rate at which the brow drops over time. Fillers are typically added in the…
Q. Is it true you can get skin cancers on the eyelids?
Yes , skin cancers on the eyelid are relatively common. The 3 most common are all related to sun exposure: basal cell, squamous cell and melanoma. In our efforts to tan evenly, most of us made sure our eyelids…
