Question:Does the type of brow lift procedure that you use depend on the age of the patient? I am 76 years old and wonder if I would be able to have the less invasive endoscopic brow lift. Answer:Age is really only one of the criteria that I use to determine the type of brow lift… [Read More]
Archives for February 2011
Will I experience more wrinkle reduction from a true facelift
Question: Will I experience more wrinkle reduction from a true facelift or from Botox injections? Answer: There really is no comparison between the effects of a face lift surgery compared to the effects of Botox injections for wrinkle reduction. Face lift surgery will address all the wrinkles of the facial skin where surgery is performed. … [Read More]
Is blepharoplasty the only solution for droopy eyes?
Question:Is blepharoplasty the only solution for droopy eyes? I am 66 years old and the skin over my eyes droops down too far. Aren’t there any non-invasive techniques that could tighten up the skin in this area? Answer:So far, nothing works as well as an upper eyelid surgery to get rid of excess skin of… [Read More]
I have just the beginnings of hooding of my upper eyes.
Question:I have just the beginnings of hooding of my upper eyes. If I get upper lid blepharoplasty now, will that skin continue to droop as I age? Would I need this surgery redone some years down the road? Answer:Upper lid blepharoplasty sounds like just the procedure that you will need in order to get rid… [Read More]
I’m considering a facelift
Question:I’m considering a facelift. However, I’d like to know if there are any other options for tightening the facial skin? Answer:Your question regarding alternatives to face lift surgery is a good one and one that I am asked frequently. There is a great deal of information in the media about facial skin care products and… [Read More]
My chin looks weak and washed out
Question:I’m a 20 year old woman, and I got a rhinoplasty five days ago. I love the shape of my new nose, it’s straighter and smaller and looks great. My only complaint is that now my chin looks weak and washed out, and I’d like to get a chin implant. How long after my rhinoplasty… [Read More]
I had chin augmentation surgery a little over a week ago
Question:I had chin augmentation surgery a little over a week ago. I know that I am still in the early phases of recovery but I am a bit nervous because my smile is now crooked. The left side of my lips does not curve up as much when I smile. Is this a warning sign… [Read More]
Is this procedure safe and effective? Does it look natural?
Question: I recently heard about a procedure where fat can be transferred to fill in the dark circles under the eyes. Is this procedure safe and effective? Does it look natural? Answer: Autologous fat can be injected into many areas of the face to help with hollowing. The area underneath your eyes is an area… [Read More]
I had a fat transfer on my face 3 weeks ago
Question:I am a 23 year old female. I had a fat transfer on my face 3 weeks ago (for acne scarring). Since the surgery my face looks very fat. I’m not sure if it is just from the swelling. When should I expect the visible swelling to be gone? Answer:Although autologous fat injections are very… [Read More]
What exactly is Hyaluronic Acid?
Question:What exactly is Hyaluronic Acid and how does that compare to Botox? I am considering some face touch ups, and want to explore all of my options. Answer:Hyaluronic acid and botox are two entirely different products which have two very different indications. Botox and Dysport are muscle relaxants that help reduce wrinkles of the face… [Read More]