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I am trying to choose between a mini-facelift

Question:I am trying to choose between a mini-facelift and a complete face lift. Most of my issues are with my neck and jowls so I think I am a good candidate for the mini-facelift. What are the additional benefits from having a complete facelift? How does the mini-facelift differ surgically from the traditional facelift? Answer:There… [Read More]

What do you think is the best treatment for enhancing

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Question: What do you think is the best treatment for enhancing the cheekbones? I am 27 years old, and I feel that my face does not show enough definition. I think I would look great with better cheekbones. Is the usual procedure to get an implant, injectable fillers or a fat transfer? Does it depend… [Read More]

As the years have passed too quickly, my face has begun

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Question:As the years have passed too quickly, my face has begun to form fine lines and I am starting to look like a grandmother. Is it better to have a chemical peel or Botox injections to remove the wrinkles creeping onto my face? Answer:As the years pass we all start to look like our grandparents…. [Read More]

I had a facelift about 20 years ago and I feel like it is time

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Question: I had a facelift about 20 years ago and I feel like it is time for a booster shot surgery. How have facelifts improved since I had my first one in terms of recovery, scarring, and safety? Answer: If your first facelift was performed 20 years ago, it is very likely that a secondary… [Read More]

I have very deep smile lines and would like a facial filler

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Question: I have very deep smile lines and would like a facial filler to smooth them out. Is Juvederm recommended for the nasolabial folds? Answer: Juvederm is an excellent choice for deep nasolabial “smile” lines. I inject many people with dermal fillers in this area. The procedure is extremely effective and yields immediate results. If… [Read More]

After several months of researching cosmetic procedures

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Question: After several months of researching cosmetic procedures online, I have finally decided that I want a facelift. I work at home so I am not concerned about when I can get back to work. I am more concerned about when I can resume my social activities. I know I will miss at least a… [Read More]

I am physically in great shape for a 58 year old woman

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Question: I am physically in great shape for a 58 year old woman but I find that aging has given me problems that diet and exercise dont seem to help. I have a fat neck and I would like the fat removed and the skin tightened. I am not interested in surgery and wonder if… [Read More]

My face looks like I have lost a lot of weight

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Question: My face looks like I have lost a lot of weight but this is not the case. It looks like my cheeks are sinking down into my chin. Do you recommend a mid-facelift for droopy cheeks? Answer: The area that you are referring to sounds like it may be your jowls that are beginning… [Read More]

I have several chicken pox scars on my forehead

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Question: I have several chicken pox scars on my forehead and wonder if they will interfere with my scheduled brow lift. Will the skin still be able to be lifted and pulled even with the scars? Answer: The chicken pox scars on your forehead will not interfere with your scheduled browlift. The chicken pox scars… [Read More]

My eyes look older because the skin above the eyes hangs over

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Question: My eyes look older because the skin above the eyes hangs over, almost like another eyelid. If I get upper lid blepharoplasty now, will my eyelid skin continue to droop as I age? Do most cosmetic procedures need to be redone to make up for more aging? Answer: Your question related to upper lid… [Read More]