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Can a Facelift Eliminate Wrinkles?
Facelift surgery is used to lift sagging facial muscles and tissue, tighten the skin from jawline to cheekbone, and produce a better defined and more youthfully vibrant appearance. During the procedure, small incisions are made through which underlying structures can be gently lifted into a more pleasing position. This helps to improve the…
Read Full PostIs Rhinoplasty Covered by Insurance?
Rhinoplasty is used to address cosmetic issues with the nose. Crooked presentation, bumps and ridges, issues with projection, nasal tip irregularities, asymmetry, and more can be corrected through cosmetic nose surgery.
In some cases,…
Read Full PostWhy Consider Neck Lift Surgery?
Neck lift surgery is designed to improve the contours and smoothness of the neck and throat. Often combined with facelift surgery to address issues impacting the lower and mid-face, neck lift surgery is also commonly performed as a stand-alone option for patients dealing…
Read Full PostDoes Facelift Tape Work?
Sagging skin on the face and neck is a common consequence of aging. There are several over-the-counter solutions for these issues, including creams, serums, and ointments that work to varying degrees, but even the daily use of topical products can only do so much. Over time, everyone’s skin loses volume and lift.
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Read Full PostWhat Is The Best Procedure for Lifting Sagging Eyebrows?
Sagging eyebrows can make a person look grumpy, tired, or more aged, all while potentially obstructing vision as well. Unfortunately, there are no forehead exercises that can be used to lift sagging brows, and creams and ointments are limited in their efficacy. Surgical options are often the most reliable and effective way to obtain desirable results – but…
Read Full PostIs Facelift Surgery Permanent?
Facelift surgery is designed to improve the contours and appearance of the neck, jawline, and lower and middle regions of the face. A full facelift can produce noticeable results for 10 to 15 years with less invasive procedures, such as a mini-facelift, producing…
Read Full PostDoes Rhinoplasty Improve Breathing?
Rhinoplasty (nose reshaping) can be used to improve the size, shape, and symmetry of the nasal passages. In people who experience obstructed breathing due to issues with the nasal valves, the procedure can improve breathing. However,…
Read Full PostAm I a Good Butt Lift Candidate?
Butt lift surgery can produce symmetry and add volume to bottoms that are flat, saggy, or too small for the frame. If when looking at your backside you aren’t happy with what you see, you may be the ideal butt lift candidate.
Buttock enhancement through fat grafting, also known as a…
Read Full PostRejuvenate Your Eyes With Blepharoplasty
Blepharoplasty, more commonly known as eyelid surgery, is one of the most popular plastic surgery procedures in the United States, and for good reasons: it’s fast, effective, and can give a more well-rested and youthful…
Read Full PostMen’s Health Month
June is Men’s Health Month, offering a great opportunity to reflect on your current habits and commit to building new ones. Taking small steps, like integrating more fresh fruits and vegetables into your diet, cutting out processed foods and focusing on healthy alternatives, can help improve heart health, brain function, weight management,…
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