Question: I am Asian-American and am seeking a consultation on rhinoplasty. I would like to have the bridge of my nose raised and narrowed and also have the width of my nose at the nostrils narrowed. I believe that this means some type of augmentation. Can this be done without detracting from my Asian features?… [Read More]
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Benefits of using fillers to alter the appearance of the nose
Question: What are the benefits of using fillers to alter the appearance of the nose rather than undergoing rhinoplasty? Answer: The benefits of using fillers to alter the appearance of your nose as opposed to a formal surgical Rhinoplasty are several. The first issue is whether or not you are a good candidate for filler… [Read More]
My rhinoplasty involved ear cartilage grafting to the bridge
Question: My rhinoplasty involved ear cartilage grafting to the bridge but it looks way too big now. I’ve waited a year and I don’t think the swelling is to blame. What can be done to fix this and how difficult of a procedure would this be? Answer: Without seeing the final result of your Rhinoplasty… [Read More]
I was bitten by a dog on my cheek when I was a kid.
Question:I was bitten by a dog on my cheek when I was a kid. The scar still bothers me and I’m very self-conscious about it. It never healed particularly well and is now thinner but still a raised, very long line that’s whiter than the rest of my skin. Is there anything that can be… [Read More]
I am investigating non-surgical alternatives to a facelift.
Question: I am investigating non-surgical alternatives to a facelift. Does this usually mean injectable fillers or would a fat transfer work? Are these considered permanent solutions? Answer: Many people are interested in non-surgical facelifts for a number of reasons. In my practice non-surgical facelifts usually indicates the placement of a dermal filler or fat in… [Read More]
I have smoker’s wrinkles around my mouth.
Question:I have smoker’s wrinkles around my mouth. I would like to remove them without surgery. What is the best injectable filler to use in this area? Answer:Smoker’s wrinkles, lipstick bleed lines, and other wrinkles around the mouth are extremely challenging issues for both the physician and patient. Although dermal fillers such as Restylane and Juvederm… [Read More]
I’ve always had very flat cheeks
Question:I’ve always had very flat cheeks and have envied those with nice high cheekbones. Would implants be a good way to improve my flat cheeks? Are there any other options like fillers? Answer:There are several ways to address your concerns regarding your cheek bones. Although cheek implants are extremely effective in giving permanent augmentation to… [Read More]
I am in my early fifties and about to become a grandmother
Question: I am in my early fifties and about to become a grandmother, and I really need a little work done! I want it to look and be natural. Is it true that hyaluronic acid used in this kind of work promotes more collagen production? Answer: The question of whether injections of hyaluronic acid will… [Read More]
I’m in my mid-60s and would like an eyebrow lift.
Question:I’m in my mid-60s and would like an eyebrow lift. However, I have a severe heart condition and am not sure if this is safe. Would I still be a good candidate? Answer:Although many cosmetic surgical procedures such as eyebrow lift can be performed with mild sedation and local anesthesia, I would strongly suggest deterring… [Read More]
I am trying to decide between a full facelift and a mid-facelift
Question: I am trying to decide between a full facelift and a mid-facelift. I know the recovery is much longer with the full facelift. I would like to know what facial improvements I would get with the full facelift that I wouldn’t get with the mid-facelift. Answer: The improvements that you can expect with a… [Read More]
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