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 Am I Too Young for a Mini Face-Lift?

Am I Too Young for a Mini Face-Lift?

If you’re seeing the visible signs of aging on your face before you’re ready for them, a mini face-lift is a surgical option to turn back the clock. But what’s the right age for it? We have the answer for you here.
Mar 6th, 2024
3 Reasons to Consider a Neck Lift

3 Reasons to Consider a Neck Lift

If you’re unhappy with the appearance of your neck, a neck lift can address both lax skin and subcutaneous fat deposits, giving you a younger-looking profile.
Jan 1st, 2024

Will a Facelift Make Me Look Unnatural?

If you’re going through the time and expense of getting a facelift, the last thing you want is for it to make you look unnatural. Keep reading to discover how we can give you the most natural-looking facelift possible.
Dec 7th, 2023
Help! My Eyelids Are So Droopy I Can’t See

Help! My Eyelids Are So Droopy I Can’t See

If you’ve developed droopy, sagging eyelids as you’ve aged, they can not only drain your spirit, but they can impair your vision by blocking parts of the eye. Learn here what we can do to help.
Nov 1st, 2023
Who Can Benefit from Facial Implants?

Who Can Benefit from Facial Implants?

Facial implants are a way to revise the contours of your cheeks and/or chin. Keep reading to discover what’s involved and who can benefit from the procedure.
Oct 8th, 2023
Myths About Plastic Surgery

Myths About Plastic Surgery

You may think you know all about plastic surgery, but there are so many half-truths and myths floating about you need to be sure of the facts. Here, we debunk several common myths surrounding plastic surgery.
Sep 1st, 2023
Benefits of Fat Grafting over Fillers

Benefits of Fat Grafting over Fillers

If you’re looking to rejuvenate your facial features, you have a choice to make: dermal fillers or fat grafting. Here, our expert discusses both treatments and the benefits grafting has over fillers.
Aug 6th, 2023

The Best Type of Facelift for Nasolabial Folds

If you have nasolabial folds, deep creases running from your nose to your mouth, you may wonder what type of face-lift could handle the problem. We have the answer for you here.
Jun 1st, 2023
Can I Combine Blepharoplasty with a Brow Lift?

Can I Combine Blepharoplasty with a Brow Lift?

If you’re scheduled for a brow lift, you might want to know if you can add a blepharoplasty procedure to rejuvenate the upper third of your face. Here’s our expert’s answer.
May 1st, 2023
4 Habits that Can Age Your Skin

4 Habits that Can Age Your Skin

The last thing you want is to cause your skin to age prematurely. Here are four habits you may not know about that can lead to premature aging.
Feb 8th, 2023
Am I a Candidate for a Mini Face-Lift?

Am I a Candidate for a Mini Face-Lift?

If you’re experiencing the early signs of aging and want to reclaim your younger look, a mini face-lift might be just the thing. Here’s how you can tell if you’re a good candidate.
Jan 18th, 2023
Non-Cosmetic Reasons to Consider Rhinoplasty

Non-Cosmetic Reasons to Consider Rhinoplasty

A rhinoplasty procedure is great for correcting cosmetic imperfections in your nose, but did you know there are many non-cosmetic reasons to consider having one done? We’ve got the scoop for you here.
Aug 1st, 2022
A Closer Look at Tear Duct Surgery

A Closer Look at Tear Duct Surgery

If you have itchy, watery eyes due to dry eye, and conservative therapies aren’t helping, you may be a candidate for tear duct surgery. We take a closer look at this procedure here.
Jul 1st, 2022
What You Should Know About Fat Grafting

What You Should Know About Fat Grafting

Fat grafting is a great way to remove fat where you don’t need it and enhance the areas that do. Keep reading to learn what’s important to know about fat grafting.
Jun 1st, 2022
Why Are My Lips Thinning?

Why Are My Lips Thinning?

Thinning lips are a part of the aging process, but you have options if you want to plump them back up. Keep reading to learn the “why” of lip thinning and the “what” you can do about it.
May 3rd, 2022
3 Reasons Why You Have Pigmentation Issues

3 Reasons Why You Have Pigmentation Issues

Do you have bothersome freckles, age spots, melasma, or other skin pigmentation issues? If so, keep reading to learn what causes these issues and how to eliminate them.
Apr 1st, 2022
Recovering from a Face Lift

Recovering from a Face Lift

If you’re having a surgical face lift, it’s important to understand what to expect while recovering. Get the facts here.
Mar 7th, 2022
Why Are My Eyelids Sagging?

Why Are My Eyelids Sagging?

Eyelids sag for a number of reasons, but you have an option to lift the lids and improve your appearance through eyelid surgery, also known as blepharoplasty. Learn why your eyelids sag and what you can do about it here.
Feb 1st, 2022
Who Can Benefit from Lip Augmentation?

Who Can Benefit from Lip Augmentation?

Lip augmentation is a procedure to add size and volume to narrow, thin, or otherwise underwhelming lips. Keep reading to learn more about the procedure and who can benefit from it.
Dec 1st, 2021
Are Chemical Peels Right for Me?

Are Chemical Peels Right for Me?

Chemical peels can remedy a number of different types of skin blemishes, but are they right for you? Learn all about what they can and can’t do here.
Nov 1st, 2021
Myths and Facts About Rhinoplasty

Myths and Facts About Rhinoplasty

If you’re considering rhinoplasty (a “nose job”), don’t believe everything you read on the internet. Here, we debunk many of the myths circulating about this common surgical procedure.
Sep 5th, 2021
How Do I Know If a Mini Facelift Is Right for Me?

How Do I Know If a Mini Facelift Is Right for Me?

There are many options available for restoring a more youthful facial appearance, so how do you know which one is right for you? We discuss one solid option for people with moderate lines and wrinkles — the mini facelift.
Aug 4th, 2021

Types of Eyelid Malposition

Your eyes are your calling card, but if your lids are making you look tired and aged, or if they’re interfering with your vision, you may need surgery to correct the problem. Learn about the types of eyelid malposition and how they’re treated.
Jun 16th, 2021

7 Skin Problems That a Chemical Peel Corrects

If your face has fine lines, wrinkles, dark spots, or any number of other blemishes, a chemical peel may be just what you need. Learn more about peels, as well as the seven most common skin problems they correct.
May 27th, 2021

Everything You Should Know About Brow Lifts

As you get older, the upper portion of your face, including your eyebrows, starts to crease and drop. If you’re tired of looking older or more tired than you feel, you may be a good candidate for a brow lift.
Apr 13th, 2021

Are You a Candidate for Blepharoplasty?

Are your eyelids drooping, or do you have perpetual bags that make you look old and tired? Blepharoplasty (eyelid surgery) may be just the thing to perk you up. Learn more about what’s involved and what makes for a good candidate.
Mar 1st, 2021

When You Should Consider a Facelift

If your facial lines and sagging skin make you appear older than you feel, a facelift may be a good long-term solution for getting back your youthful look. Learn what a facelift can do for you.
Feb 12th, 2021

The Best Chemical Peels to Get During the Winter

Winter can be harsh on your skin, but a chemical peel might be just what the doctor ordered to refresh it before summer rolls around. Our experts share more about the value of chemical peels.
Jan 14th, 2021

Here's Why You Should Consider a Brow Lift

Age takes a toll on many body parts, and that includes your forehead and brows, which can wrinkle and sag, leaving you with a perpetual scowl. Fortunately, brow lift surgery can restore your youthful look.
Dec 7th, 2020

Got Droopy Eyelids, Circles, or Bags? We Have Solutions

Are you bothered by drooping lids, racoon-eye circles, or puffy bags? Well, you don’t have to live with any of them. There are a number of solutions, from easy DIY treatments to eyelid muscle repair. Our experts help you learn about your options.
Jun 29th, 2020
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What is a Mini Facelift?

If the person staring back at you from the mirror doesn’t look as fresh, vibrant, or energized as you feel, a mini facelift may be just what you need. Find out how it works to reverse the signs of aging and restore a more youthful appearance.
May 18th, 2020