Question: I have very wrinkled skin around my lips. I have tried products on the market, like lip balm, to improve this area but nothing seems to work. What type of procedure would improve my looks? Answer: There are several products on the market that claim to plumb your lips with the use of lip… [Read More]
Archives for June 2011
Will laser skin resurfacing even out the skin tone?
Question:I used to have beautiful skin and those days are gone. My facial skin looks blemished all of the time. Will laser skin resurfacing even out the skin tone? Will it make my skin look younger? Answer:At Renu Med Spa and Plastic Surgery we use a few different modalities to help with facial skin discoloration and improving… [Read More]
The best treatment if you have really deep lines
Question:What is the best treatment if you have really deep lines all over your face? Answer:If you truly have deep lines all over your face, it sounds as if you have a significant amount of damage to your skin. Individuals with deep lines all over their face tend to have had a great deal of… [Read More]
I’d like laser hair removal done on both my arms.
Question: I’d like laser hair removal done on both my arms. How many sessions do you think this would take? Answer: Typically, laser hair removal takes about 5 or 6 sessions for effective hair reduction. I have explained this in prior answers to laser hair removal questions, but, the reason for so many necessary treatments… [Read More]
How come ArteFill is the only permanent injectable filler?
Question: How come ArteFill is the only permanent injectable filler? Why aren’t others able to last indefinitely? Answer: There have been other permanent injectable fillers on the market in the past. Other permanent fillers, such as silicone, have had significant issues with regards to inflammation. I have some issues with permanent injectable fillers for the… [Read More]
I am 28 and looking to have a fat transfer to my cheeks.
Question: I am 28 and looking to have a fat transfer to my cheeks. If I lose weight, though, will the fat in my cheeks dissolve? Answer: Your question with regards to fat transfer and weight loss is an excellent one. In my experience, when and individual has dramatic weight loss following fat transfer, the… [Read More]
How effective is non-surgical facelifts using injectables?
Question: Non-surgical facelifts using injectables seem like a big trend these days. How effective is this? Answer: Non surgical facelifts are a bit trendy, however, when injectable dermal fillers and autologous fat is injected into the proper areas of the face the results are really tremendous. The non surgical facelift is really just a description… [Read More]
How effective is a mini facelift?
Question: How effective is a mini facelift? Who can benefit most from this procedure? Answer: Mini facelifts are extremely effective in properly selected patients. I spend a great deal of time with my patients counseling them about what they can expect as a result from a mini facelift, what areas of the face the mini… [Read More]
How long should I wait before I can safely have a midface lift?
Question: If I have injectable fillers in my midface and cheek area, how long should I wait before I can safely have a midface lift? Answer: There should not be any safety issues related to having a midface lift while injectable fillers are already in your midface. You may want to consider autologous fat injections… [Read More]
Blepharoplasty and a facelift be done safely at the same time
Question: I’m a 50 year-old woman who would like to have a facelift before I retire, which will be in about five years. I also have puffiness and bags around and under my eyes. I’d like to have it all taken care of at the same time, but I’m concerned about the safety of that,… [Read More]
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