Question : What’s the typical post-op period like after eyelid surgery? I can take only 2 weeks’ vacation from work, no more, and I would like to know if this is sufficient time. What can I expect to look like going back to work after that 2 week period? Answer : If you are having… [Read More]
Archives for April 2012
Can Rhinoplasty Correct a Thick Nose without Scar Tissue Forming?
Question : I have heard that good plastic surgeons can do wonders. I have a thick nose. The nostrils are very wide, the skin on the nostrils is thick and I have a wide bridge. Can rhinoplasty correct these defects without scar tissue forming? Answer : Good plastic surgeons can perform wonderful surgery and create… [Read More]
Is There Such a Thing as a Simple Rhinoplasty?
Question : Twice in the past few months I have had someone comment rudely on the crookedness of my nose. It looks misshapen to me and always has. I would like my nose reshaped with a simple rhinoplasty. Is there such a thing as a simple rhinoplasty or do all nose jobs have some degree… [Read More]
If I Make My Nose Smaller, Will It Affect my Breathing?
Question : My nose is much too large for my face. I would like to get it reduced in size with a nose job. I am a nose breather. If I get my nose reduced significantly, will it affect my breathing? Answer : It would seem that having a nose job to reduce the size… [Read More]
Could I get a Chin Implant to Make Mine Look Like My Sister’s Does?
Question: I love my sister’s chin. Mine looks very weak in comparison. Could I get an implant to make mine look like hers does? Answer: If you have a weak appearing chin and jawline, then chin implant surgery is for you. Chin implant surgery is safe, effective, and extremely predictable. Chin implants come in several… [Read More]
Will Cheek Implants Help To Provide Any Lift To Mildly Sagging Cheeks?
Question: Will cheek implants help to provide any lift to mildly sagging cheeks? Answer: Cheek implants will certainly help to define your cheeks and create fullness to your midface and cheek area. Cheek implants will also give you the appearance of lifting your cheeks. There is a nominal improvement in the appearance of your jowls… [Read More]
How is the Donor Area Affected With Fat Transfer?
Question: In terms of recovery, how is the donor area affected with fat transfer? Answer: The area that will heal the quickest in fat transfer procedures is the donor site. The incision used to harvest fat for fat transfer is very small and the amount of fat needed for fat transfer is also very small… [Read More]
What Are Common Areas of the Face Where Fat Transfer Is Used?
Question: What are common areas of the face where fat transfer is used? Answer: There are many areas of the face that benefit from autologous fat transfer. The most common area of the face and the area that I feel benefits the most from autologous fat transfer is the cheeks and midface. Restoring fullness to… [Read More]
Why Did My Facelift Make My Wrinkles Worse?
Question: I had a facelift 2 months ago. The contour of my chin and neck looks better, as well as my lower cheeks, but the surgery did nothing for my wrinkles. In fact, I feel like they’re worse and like I actually have more wrinkles after surgery. Why would this happen? Answer: If your neck… [Read More]
How Do I Avoid These From Happening To Me?
Question: I am a 60-year-old woman who wants to get a facelift, but is scared of stories I’ve heard. My friend who had the procedure has a ‘windswept’ and very unnatural look post-surgery. How do you avoid this occurrence? Answer: Facelift surgery has been around for many years. The techniques and ultimately the results of… [Read More]