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What is a lower face lift?

Question:What is a lower face lift? Answer:I consider a lower face lift to be a true full face lift. If you present to my office with excessive jowling, and significant neck laxity I would suggest a lower face lift to address these issues. There is a great deal of confusing nomenclature that has been introduced… [Read More]

What can dermabrasion be used to treat?

Posted by Dr. Schoenfeld

Question:What can dermabrasion be used to treat? Answer:Dermabrasion is usually reserved to treat raised scars, acne scars, or deep facial lines and wrinkles. I prefer the use of laser skin resurfacing over dermabrasion, however, dermabrasion is still very effective. Posted by Dr. Philip Schoenfeld

Products that I need to use after my chemical peel

Posted by Dr. Schoenfeld

Question:Are there any specific products that I need to use after my chemical peel? Answer:Depending upon the strength of the chemical peel, different products will be prescribed to you to insure that your recovery is appropriate. Regardless of the strength of the chemical peel, you will be prescribed a hypoallergenic moisturizer that you will use… [Read More]

A chemical peel can be used not only on the face

Posted by Dr. Schoenfeld

Question:I saw an interview with a doctor who said that a chemical peel can be used not only on the face, but the neck and hands as well. What’s different about treatment on the face as opposed to the rest of the body? Answer:Chemical peels can be and are used on the face, neck, and… [Read More]

Considering the endoscopic brow lift for a number of reasons

Posted by Dr. Schoenfeld

Question: I am considering the endoscopic brow lift for a number of reasons. First, I would like to remove my forehead wrinkles. Second, my eyebrows make me appear as though I am glowering. Third, the upper part of my face seems old. Will the brow lift correct all of these problems? Answer: An endoscopic brow… [Read More]

I make presentations to others as part of my job

Posted by Dr. Schoenfeld

Question:I make presentations to others as part of my job. I have heard people comment under their breath that I look pretty haggard when I am not even tired. I want to improve my appearance so I can look like the professional woman that I feel I am. My eyes are the problem. I would… [Read More]

I would like upper and lower lid blepharoplasty

Posted by Dr. Schoenfeld

Question:I would like upper and lower lid blepharoplasty. I have very sparse eyelashes. Will the incisions affect my eyelashes? How long after the surgery can I wear eye makeup, especially mascara? Answer:The incisions that I use for either upper or lower lid blepharoplasty should not affect your eyelashes. The upper lid incision for blepharoplasty is… [Read More]

I remember reading a while ago that laser hair removal

Posted by Dr. Schoenfeld

Question: I remember reading a while ago that laser hair removal worked best on light skin. Is the still true or have new lasers come out? I am African American and would like some facial hair removed permanently. Answer: The reason for the popularity of laser hair removal over the past several years is because… [Read More]

I am curious about injectable fillers

Posted by Dr. Schoenfeld

Question: I am curious about injectable fillers, mainly because I would love the treatments! What types of fillers are there? Are different fillers used for different areas of the face? Answer: Your questions regarding injectable fillers is a broad one however, I completely understand that you are extremely pleased with the results of your injectable… [Read More]

I’m looking to improve my mid and lower face.

Posted by Dr. Schoenfeld

Question: I’m in my early 50s and looking to improve my mid and lower face. I’ve got some depressions along my chin, and my cheeks have thinned. A facelift seems extreme; are there any fillers that would work for me? Answer: The early fifties is a time when many people begin to critically analyze their… [Read More]