Question: Why is blepharoplasty so often paired with a forehead lift? Answer: The reason that a blepharoplasty is often times paired with a forehead lift is because although there may be excess skin of the upper lid that needs to be excised in order to rejuvenate the eyes, it is also fairly common to have… [Read More]
Archives for January 2011
I am considering using an injectable filler
Question:I’m considering using an injectable filler to minimize the small lines and wrinkles developing around my eyes and mouth. A couple of my friends use Botox, but I recently heard about Dysport. What is the difference between the two? Answer:Botox and Dysport are excellent choices if you are concerned with the fine lines and wrinkles… [Read More]
I am 63 and suffered of a stroke recently
Question:I am 63 and suffered of a stroke recently. I would like to get a facelift on one side of my face, but I don’t know if it’s appropriate for me. Is a facelift a good idea at all, or could it be counterproductive if just doing it on one side of the face? Answer:I… [Read More]
I’ve heard ear surgery is often performed on children
Question:I’ve heard ear surgery is often performed on children. I wish I’d had it as a kid because I was always teased and called Dumbo. I’m an adult now and my ears still bother me. Is it possible to have surgery now? Answer:Traditionally ear surgery is performed on children because the ear stops growing around… [Read More]
Ear surgery complications
Question:What are the complications associated with ear surgery and how are they addressed? Answer:I assume that you are referring to otoplasty when you are asking about ear surgery. The risks of otoplasty are mostly about creating a naturally appearing ear and that both ears appear the same. Careful measurements are performed on the ears and… [Read More]
I am excited by the advances in plastic surgery
Question:I am excited by the advances in plastic surgery. I read about laser assisted liposuction and feel that I am a perfect candidate for this procedure. I have fat in my thighs that needs to go. Is this procedure painful? Is there any anesthetic for the procedure? Answer:Laser assisted liposuction is definitely indicated for excess… [Read More]
I have horizontal wrinkles in my neck
Question:I have horizontal wrinkles in my neck and sagging in my cheeks and would like a facelift. Do you recommend laser skin resurfacing on the neck to remove the creases? I believe they are permanent, although probably less noticeable after the face lift Answer:Horizontal wrinkling of your neck can be modified with a face and… [Read More]
I have very bad facial acne scars. I hate looking like this
Question: I have very bad facial acne scars. I hate looking like this and it seems to look even worse every year. I am Mexican and have darker skin. Is there a skin resurfacing procedure that I can have that won’t change my skin color but will get rid of some of the pitting on… [Read More]
I’ve scheduled my laser hair removal next month
Question:I’ve scheduled my laser hair removal next month and can’t wait to see the results. I want to go back to work the next day and was wondering if there are any visual side effects of a laser hair removal procedure. Answer:There should be no visual side effects following your laser hair removal procedure. You… [Read More]
I would like to have some hair permanently removed
Question:I am male, 31 years old and quite hairy. I would like to have some of this hair permanently removed. Areas that I want targeted are upper back, the back only of my upper arms and the back of my neck. This is a large area and I would like to know if this can… [Read More]
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