Blog Posts in November, 2017

Facial Rejuvenation with Dysport

Eliminating the signs of aging doesn’t always require surgery. With injectable fillers and neuromodulators, it’s possible to erase years from your face with a quick, painless office procedure. There are a wide variety of injectables available, each tailored to address specific areas of the face, hands or neck. One popular option is Dysport, which has also been sold under the name Reloxin. Like ...

IV Sedation: A Safe Alternative to General Anesthesia

If you're considering having cosmetic surgery but are concerned about anesthesia, there's good news. IV sedation is a safe and reliable alternative for many procedures. In fact, a study at UCLA deemed IV sedation safe for patients undergoing transcatheter aortic valve replacement, a minimally invasive procedure. Study researchers found patients who had IV sedation had a similar rate of adverse ...

Cosmetic Surgery of the Aging Neck

You probably glance at your face first when looking for signs of aging, but don't discount the role your neck plays in your appearance. "Turkey necks," wrinkles, double chins and thick necks can make you look older and heavier than you actually are. There's no one way to improve the appearance of your neck. In truth, you may need multiple procedures to eliminate sagging skin and establish a more ...

Short Scar or Full Face Lift? Which is Right for Me?

Unlike laser treatments and injectable fillers, facelift surgery may provide dramatic and long-lasting results. The sagging and wrinkles that come with aging are immediately erased from your appearance. Thousands of men and women look to facelift surgery to achieve a smooth, firm appearance along the jawline, in the cheeks, the jowls and neck. There are several variations of facelift surgery that ...