Clevens Face and Body Specialists' Blog

One of the concerns we hear from patients most often is, “How long will my facial plastic surgery last?” The truth is, the answer can vary based on numerous factors like your age, lifestyle, and the proactive steps you take to maintain your fabulous results.

Our cheeks help achieve facial balance and harmony, creating soft shadows that add attractive contours and definition to the face. However, as we mature, our cheeks can naturally lose volume and sag, which often results in a hollow, sunken-in appearance that’s missing its youthful plumpness.

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.

When you’re considering cosmetic surgery—specifically, when you’re trying to select the right cosmetic plastic surgeon to perform your procedure—it’s critical to know the difference between a generalist and a specialist. By choosing a plastic surgeon with extensive experience in your area of interest, you can move forward with complete confidence in your decision and in the results you can expect.

In this article, we break down the difference between generalist and specialist surgeons as well as the reasons why choosing a specialist in cosmetic plastic surgery is so important for achieving optimal results.

Chemical peels have become a mainstay at plastic surgery practices and med spas, with more than 1.38 million procedures performed in the US each year. With multiple options available and the ability to customize the treatment to target specific skin imperfections, it is no wonder chemical peels have grown in popularity over time.

Plastic surgery is a momentous, transformative event for so many people. Pursuing a cosmetic procedure can truly be life-altering, whether the goal is to improve problem areas, achieve the look you’ve always wanted, or, in many cases, both!

Think you need to have surgery to reduce sagging and wrinkles? Think again! While in the past only a surgical facelift (rhytidectomy) was available, today there are nonsurgical alternatives, thanks to modern advancements in facial plastic surgery.

Today, consumers rely on online reviews for everything from choosing a restaurant or making a purchase to selecting a plastic surgeon. A recent RealSelf survey revealed that 67 percent of US women who have had (or are considering) a cosmetic procedure feel that patient reviews are the most valuable information when choosing a plastic surgeon.

Having plastic surgery is a life-changing experience. Time and time again, plastic surgery proves to be a significant confidence booster for men and women alike.