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Can digital imaging be done for facelifts too?

Question: I’ve heard of digital imaging being used for nose jobs, but is that something that can be done for facelifts too so that you can get an idea of what might be possible through facelift surgery? If it is, how involved is the actual digital imaging process? Is it a few clicks here and… [Read More]

what do you then do about wrinkles in the skin?

Posted by Dr. Schoenfeld

Question:If a facelift lifts and tightens the skin, what do you then do about wrinkles in the skin? Answer:When I discuss facial rejuvenation with a prospective patient I focus on a couple of different issues. The first issue is the amount of excess skin of the face or skin QUANTITY. As you have stated, a… [Read More]

Do chemical peels help remove pre-cancerous skin growth?

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Question:My family has a long history of skin cancer. I have heard or read somewhere that chemical peels may remove pre-cancerous skin growth. Would this be a good procedure for me to start having on a routine basis? Answer:Family history is a good predictor of your propensity to have skin cancer. The reason being, if… [Read More]

How long do I have to stay out of the sun after a facial peel

Posted by Dr. Schoenfeld

Question: During my teen years/early 20’s I played sports, spent hours on the beach without sunscreen. Now I am a 40 year old male adult. I am a general contractor and spend the better part of my days outside. I want a facial peel to help soften my rugged look. My question is, how long… [Read More]

How risky is an endoscopic forehead lift for me?

Posted by Dr. Schoenfeld

Question:After a major car accident I suffered a frontal sinus fracture—I have since recovered. I am now interested in an endoscopic forehead lift, but have been told that the procedure may be risky because of my previous injury. Why is this? Answer:I hope that you have fully recovered from you frontal sinus fracture. The first… [Read More]

Can a brow lift alone have dramatic results on my appearance?

Posted by Dr. Schoenfeld

Question: I notice my face looks tired all of the time. Can a brow lift alone have dramatic results on my appearance? Answer: Many patients come to me telling me that their face looks tired and ask me what they can do about it. In my experience, the status of their eyes will play a… [Read More]

Would I need to recover from a forehead lit?

Posted by Dr. Schoenfeld

Question:I’m interested in getting a forehead lift but with a very demanding job I simply cannot take a whole lot of time off from work afterward. How long realistically would I need for the bruising and swelling to fade? Answer:The recovery from a forehead lift will largely depend upon the type of forehead lift that… [Read More]

I’d like to improve the appearance of my eyes with an eyelid lift

Posted by Dr. Schoenfeld

Question: I’d like to improve the appearance of my eyes with an eyelid lift. Recently I heard of something called a transconjunctival eyelid lift. Is it true that this is a less invasive procedure? Can you explain how this procedure is performed and who would be a good candidate for it? Answer: A transconjunctival lower… [Read More]

I have excess skin above my eyelids that impairs my vision

Posted by Dr. Schoenfeld

Question: I have excess skin above my eyelids that impairs my vision. Will a blepharoplasty help improve this? Would insurance cover the procedure? Answer: Visual impairment is an indication to have your upper eyelids operated upon if excess skin is what is causing the visual impairment. Insurance will cover a portion of the procedure however,… [Read More]

I’m planning on getting an eyelid lift

Posted by Dr. Schoenfeld

Question:I’m planning on getting an eyelid lift on both my upper and lower eyelids. Will I be up and walking around immediately after my surgery or will I be recovering for a period of time? Answer:Following surgery on both your upper and lower eyelids you will likely experience little pain, however, you can have a… [Read More]