It’s a common misconception that Botox does it all. Questions like “is Botox a filler?” come up often as people researching injectables try to make sense of the results that can and can’t be achieved with a treatment. We’re here to debunk myths and share the key similarities and differences between different types of injectables.
Here’s all you need to know about the differences between Botox and dermal fillers:
Smooth, glowing skin helps create a radiant, youthful appearance free of wrinkles, brown spots, and other natural imperfections. Laser skin resurfacing is a procedure that reduces signs of aging to achieve a luminous complexion without surgery.
Let’s talk about laser skin resurfacing: what it treats, how it’s performed, and what you can expect from your results.
Many of our facial plastic surgery patients come to us seeking full, luscious lips that create a more vibrant, youthful look. Both surgical and nonsurgical treatments can plump and rejuvenate your lips (and really your entire mouth region) for a natural, younger-looking appearance.
Learn all about the lip lift procedure, including key benefits and important factors to consider when making your decision.
Chemical peels are a highly effective, nonsurgical way of achieving a glowing, youthful complexion—but what are the results like, can they be customized, and how long do the results of a chemical peel last?
Let’s talk about chemical peels: the different types available, results you can expect, and how frequently you should return for treatment.
The terms brow lift and forehead lift are generally used interchangeably. A brow lift or forehead lift refers to a surgical procedure that rejuvenates the upper one-third of the face. The upper one-third of the face encompasses the brows, horizontal forehead lines, vertical lines between the brows (the “11’s”), and oftentimes the position of the hairline itself.
Many patients long for fuller or more youthful appearing lips. Over the years, I have found that these concerns may be divided into two groups: those who seek improvement in the appearance of the aging lip and those who seek a more voluptuous or fuller lip. Many patients want both: a more youthful shape to their lips and a fuller lip.
I am often asked by patients, “How young may I have a rhinoplasty?” Like so many questions, there is a short answer and a long answer. Before we get to the ‘short’ answer, let’s take a deep dive and explore the ‘long’ answer.
Many of the patients that we see for facial cosmetic surgery opt to have more than one procedure done at once—and there are many benefits to taking that approach. We’ve noticed that when patients move forward with only part of their recommended treatment plan, they’re sometimes not fully satisfied. Dr. Clevens, our specialist in facial plastic surgery, often compares getting one procedure done at a time to painting only half a room in your house. The job would be left unfinished and you would be far from satisfied with the results, right?
Living in a society with technology at your fingertips, you have the ability to constantly see people living their best lives and browse pictures of your younger or more fit self. These continuous reminders may have you wondering about different ways you can improve yourself. Or perhaps you know exactly what you want to change, but aren’t sure the best way to move forward and make your dreams become a reality.
Facelifts have been the gold standard in facial rejuvenation for many years. With well-performed facelifts helping people look up to 10-15 years younger, it’s no surprise they remain one of the most popular plastic surgery procedures for both men and women alike. In fact, 123,685 facelifts were performed in 2019 alone.
A facelift, also known as a rhytidectomy, significantly reduces visible signs of aging in the face, correcting deep wrinkles, folds, jowls, and laxity to restore a firmer, tighter, more youthful appearance. If you’re like most people considering the procedure, you’re probably wondering, “How do you know if you need a facelift, and do I need one?”
