Question:I am male, 26 years old, and would like chin augmentation. How long do the effects of this surgery last? What do you use to augment the chin, an implant or fat transfer? Answer:At 26 years old I would suggest a permanent surgical chin implant. I prefer the use of silastic, which is hardened silicone,… [Read More]
Archives for February 2011
something that could be injected into my cheeks
Question:Over the years, the fold that runs from the edge of my nose down to my mouth on both sides looks like it is sagging. I wonder if I can get this repaired without surgery. Is there something that could be injected into my cheeks to fill it out? Is anything like that permanent? Answer:There… [Read More]
There seem to be many different procedures
Question: There seem to be many different procedures referred to as mini facelifts. What are the available options for less invasive/mini facelift procedures and are some better than others? Answer: You are correct in your observations with regards to the number of procedures referred to as mini facelifts. I know of two approaches that I… [Read More]
Does the facelift improve nasolabial folds
Question: Does the facelift improve nasolabial folds and marionette lines. Answer: The face lift does improve nasolabial folds and marionette lines. A deep plane face lift will address the nasolabial folds best, but many surgeons will also place fat into the nasolabial folds to decrease the appearance of these lines. The marionette lines will decrease… [Read More]
Common complications associated with injectable fillers
Question: What are some of the common complications associated with injectable fillers? Answer: Injectable fillers are extremely safe. Having said that, all procedures come with potential complications. Some of these potential complications are not unique and involve all of the injectable fillers. Pain, bruising, bleeding, infection, and transient redness are a few. Skin irregularities, vascular… [Read More]
I have started using birth control pills to regulate
Question:I have started using birth control pills to regulate my acne problem. I’m hoping that a dermabrasion procedure will get rid of old scars. Will birth control pills have an effect on dermabrasion, or vice versa? Answer:Your question is really two questions. First, microdermabrasion will help in reducing your outbreaks of acne by cleansing your… [Read More]
Are different peels designed to repair
Question:Are different peels designed to repair certain types of scarring? Answer:Superficial chemical peels are really not designed to treat facial scarring. Chemical peels can help in decreasing the appearance of facial scars by tightening the skin of the face and thereby tightening and lightening up the appearance of the scar but this is more of… [Read More]
I have a family history of skin cancer
Question:I have a family history of skin cancer and get myself screened often. How effective is a chemical peel in removing pre-cancerous cells from one’s skin? Answer:A chemical peel can be helpful in removing pre cancerous skin lesions from your facial skin if they are relatively superficial. A deeper chemical peel would likely be necessary… [Read More]
I am a young female with heavy frown lines
Question:I am a young female with heavy frown lines. Would a brow lift fix this, and am I too young to have one? Answer:A brow lift is an excellent way to address heavy forehead frown lines. Although I am not sure how old you are, if you feel that you are very young and the… [Read More]
I’m a 50 year old male and want to get a forehead lift
Question:I’m a 50 year old male and want to get a forehead lift. How long does the procedure last for? Answer:Like all other cosmetic facial procedures, the forehead lift will last about 10-15 years after which time you will likely be interested in a revision forehead lift. Posted by Dr. Philip Schoenfeld
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