Question: I am a 56 year old Caucasian woman. I have a very long and skinny face. Because of this my eyes and cheeks appear to be very hollow… and it seems to be getting worse with age. I’m wondering if I would be a good candidate for a fat transfer. Answer: You sound as… [Read More]
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Malar augmentation using implants
Question: I worry about putting a permanent implant into my body, but really want cheek implants. Is there any research out there on malar augmentation using implants? I don’t want to have problems in ten or fifteen years. Answer: There is a great deal of research and information available with regards to the long term… [Read More]
How long will it be until I can return to work?
Question: Post cheek implant, how long will it be until I can return to work? Answer: You will likely require about a week off from work following cheek implants. The implants are placed in a tight pocket of the midface. I use an intra oral incision to place the implants and I counsel my patients… [Read More]
Mini facelift vs. a traditional facelift
Question: How do I know if I’m a candidate for a mini facelift vs. a traditional facelift? Answer: Your candidacy for a mini facelift versus a full facelift will depend upon the extent of aging skin, muscle, and fat that is present at the time of your consultation. The mini facelift is really designed to… [Read More]
For the midface lift, where are the incisions made?
Question: For the midface lift, where are the incisions made? I understand that you’re doing work in the cheek area as well as the temple area. Does this mean that incisions are made in both areas? Answer: The midface lift is performed through an incision that is in the temple region or through an incision… [Read More]
I’m a male in my mid-50s and really need a brow lift
Question: I’m a male in my mid-50s and really need a brow lift. Is this surgery as common on men as it is on women? Answer: Most cosmetic facial surgical procedures are performed more often in women than they are performed in men. I have seen a very dramatic increase in cosmetic procedures in men… [Read More]
For about how many years does a brow lift last?
Question: For about how many years does a brow lift last? Answer: A well performed brow lift will last about 10 or more years. Your face will continue to age and the surgical result from a brow lift that you have today will likely need a touch up in about 10 years.
Used to repair permanent bags under the eyes?
Question: Can blepharoplasty be used to repair the appearance of permanent bags under the eyes? Answer: Blepharoplasty is the most effective way to repair the bags beneath your eyes. In these situations, a combination of fat removal and fat repositioning in the lower lids will give you a very nice surgical result.
I want to have upper and lower blepharoplasty
Question: I want to have upper and lower blepharoplasty. How long should I expect to be out of work for? Answer: Although you will not likely feel to bad following upper and lower eyelid surgery, the swelling and bruising from blepharoplasty can last some time. I would suggest taking at least a week off from… [Read More]
Will I be able to go back to work?
Question: I have a limited amount of sick days left from work and I’m apprehensive to use too many. How long after my chin implant will I be able to go back to work? Answer: Chin implant surgery is not particularly traumatic but, you can have some swelling and chin numbness for several days following… [Read More]
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