A Word on Cosmetic Fillers
One of the primary goals of any facial cosmetic surgery is to restore beauty. For most people this means finding a way back to a more symmetrical and supple appearance, either through an outpatient procedure like Ultherapy™, or through a more involved facial plastic surgery procedure. But there is a third way to restore youth and vigor that is becoming increasingly popular: cosmetic fillers.
Many people have heard of these products by now – Juvederm™, Restylane®, Sculptra™, and Botox® appear often on makeover shows and in the popular press. These compounds are well-loved for their speed and subtlety, and well-respected for their impressive safety records. And unlike surgical approaches that involve incisions, scars, and lengthy recovery periods, cosmetic fillers can be applied and perfected in a matter of hours. Healing is expedited by the non-invasive nature of the procedure.
The results can be stunning. When cosmetic fillers are carefully applied, you can avoid the dreaded “operated-on” appearance of more aggressive procedures, and instead simply enjoy a fuller, less wrinkled appearance. In the right hands, an effect such as this may even escape conscious notice; your friends and loved ones will simply wonder why you look so fresh and vital.
Cosmetic fillers come in a number of compounds and consistencies, and each is associated with a slightly different appearance. For this reason, it is essential to speak with an expert before you choose the right product. Please contact my Los Angeles cosmetic surgery offices today for a free consultation on this safe and speedy procedure.
The Los Angeles Mentoplasty Marvel
Your chin is the foundation of your face, and the feature that sets the proportions for everything else. Many people do not realize that a weak chin can easily throw off the balance of your appearance, creating the illusion of an oversized nose and a fearful posture. Thankfully there is an easy way to correct this imbalance permanently: a safe procedure known as a mentoplasty.
Cosmetic mentoplasties have been around for quite some time, but it wasn’t until the last decade that medical synthetic materials caught up with the procedure itself. Today’s chin implants are utterly indistinguishable from natural tissue – they give, contort, and extend just as your natural face does. This means you can have this procedure done without looking like you are carrying around a bionic appendage; indeed, many of my clients never even reveal they have had this surgery to new people they meet.
But the changes that result can be extraordinary. A more defined chin is widely associated with courage and resolve, and in women this feature is often sharpest in youth. With proper planning and care, you can count upon your mentoplasty to restore confidence and vigor to your everyday life – all in the space of a single afternoon.
To learn more about our unique approach to Los Angeles mentoplasty, please don’t hesitate to contact my cosmetic surgery offices today. We offer superior experience and always place a premium on strong communication before, during, and after your procedure.
Los Angeles Ultherapy® on E!
Many of my patients know that my practice was among the very first to introduce Ultherapy® in Los Angeles. Today we continue to lead the pack on this revolutionary procedure, offering incision-free facelifts using nothing more involved than the gentle heat of an ultrasound wave machine. The procedure is so fast and simple, in fact, that many people have asked if it can possibly be effective?
It can.
Ultherapy® works surprisingly well because the warm energy stimulates your body’s natural production of collagen, helping you to reclaim a firm, youthful, and supple look. I perform every FDA-approved Ulthera® procedure myself, and always take the time to discuss every possible option and feature with you before we begin. This hands-on approach is the surest way to achieve optimum balance and beauty in the months ahead.
News outlets across the country have picked up on the Ultherapy® revolution, and just this month the procedure got a shout-out on E! in a feature story about Kim Kardashian. Check out the clip below, and feel free to contact my Los Angeles facial plastic surgery office to set up an appointment today.
When Ear Surgery Counts
Ear surgery, or otoplasty, is increasingly viewed as an act of compassion rather than vanity. This simple procedure, designed to correct ears that stick out in an unsightly way, offers a refined and symmetrical look without undue discomfort. Because it is one of the only cosmetic procedures that is recommended for young children, however, otoplasty has also attracted its share of controversy. Today I wanted to highlight a recent news story that helps to put this procedure into the proper perspective.
As this story relates, life for a child with highly abnormal features can be difficult. Bullying is already a problem in many schools across the country, and the lasting trauma to a child’s self-confidence can compound that pain further. Ears that stick out unusually far may also affect simple daily tasks such as wearing a hat, listening to headphones, even sleeping comfortably on one’s side. As the featured mother puts it:
It’s never easy as a parent and it wasn’t something that I could tell her that she could change, because it was something she couldn’t change by herself.
Otoplasty is the way to achieve that change. I have been performing this safe and low-impact cosmetic surgery for more than ten years, and in that time I have witnessed firsthand the transformative effect an ear surgery can have on both children and adults. If you or your family is looking for an experienced Los Angeles cosmetic surgeon to reshape or reposition your ears with taste and discretion, please don’t hesitate to call my offices today.
Los Angeles Otoplasty (Ear Surgery) Explained
I get a lot of questions at my Los Angeles facial cosmetic surgery practice about otoplasty, or ear surgery. The procedure is extremely popular these days, and with good reason – it’s easy, it’s extremely safe, and it can make a lasting difference in the life of a child or adult. Although many people have heard the procedure described as “pinning the ears back,” it typically involves far more careful and exacting work than that implies.
Otoplasty can be performed at any age, but it is easiest with younger patients. This is because the cartilage in the ears is most pliant and flexible in childhood, making it far easier for the ear to assume an altered shape without undue distress. Otoplasty can be safely performed any time after the ears have reached their full size, at about 5 or 6 years of age.
The process is appealingly simple. A small incision is created behind the ear, where no scar will be visible. The cartilage is then carefully shaped to assume a better balance with the face. One or both ears can be treated at the same time; I typically recommend both to ensure optimal and lasting symmetry. Once the procedure is complete, sutures may be applied to hold the ear closer to the head. Over a period of weeks, the ear then heals in this new position, creating a better overall balance – and a marked leap in confidence.
It is important to note that ear surgery is one of the very few procedures typically recommended for younger patients. I understand that some people may recoil from surgically treating a child in this way, which is why I strongly recommend conducting an open and loving conversation with your child about the pros and cons of the procedure. It is also important to measure any downside of early surgery against the possible traumas of mockery and bullying that can accompany an exaggerated facial feature. Whatever you decide, you may also want to connect with an experienced Los Angeles facial cosmetic surgeon who can help you discuss the issues in a sensitive way.
Discreet Los Angeles Cosmetic Surgery: The Concierge Advantage
Los Angeles cosmetic surgery can improve your life immeasurably, endowing it with beauty and confidence where insecurity once reigned. But major surgery still requires patience, planning, and wherewithal, and not everybody has a vast support system to wait on them during this period. That’s why full service concierge treatment has become such a popular option for clients in LA and beyond: there is simply no better way to manage all your logistics with a single phone call.
How does it work? Different Los Angeles plastic surgeons offer different tiers of service, but the emphasis is always on helping clients with comprehensive planning. You can have your plane tickets, hotel reservations, and aftercare handled remotely by the surgeon’s scheduling office, leaving you the time and space you need to focus on your goals and procedure. Some of my clients have compared cosmetic surgery concierge services to a travel agency, albeit one that smooths the journey from pre-operative preparation through recovery and beyond.
Traveling to another city to receive medical care can be stressful, and trying to plan a lengthy post-operative recovery while there downright terrifying. If you are thinking of visiting Los Angeles for a facial cosmetic surgery procedure, you will be comforted to know that many excellent options await for total care and discretion throughout your stay. To learn more about our outstanding concierge services for cosmetic surgery, please don’t hesitate to contact my offices today.
Is Rhinoplasty Right for Me?
One of the most popular procedures in Los Angeles is the “nose job,” or rhinoplasty. Long associated with smoothing bumps and reducing size, rhinoplasties have evolved considerably since the go-go 80’s to include more subtle reshaping and essential post-traumatic surgical procedures. As a Los Angeles facial cosmetic surgeon, I have been performing some of the city’s most beautiful rhinoplasty procedures for over a decade.
If you’re considering a rhinoplasty, it is important to ask a few basic questions about that decision. Are you looking for an improvement in one area or a more general effect? Are you hoping to resemble a certain “model,” or just to address a specific flaw that bugs you? Is your rhinoplasty being planned for cosmetic reasons, or to help you recover from an obstructed airway or an accident?
The goal and the procedure are inextricable; they are one and the same. Depending upon your desired outcome, an experienced facial plastic surgeon will work with you to design and perfect the face you want, up to and including the internal structures that will support those changes. As a board-certified otolaryngology surgeon as well as a cosmetic surgeon, I often spend much time with my patients to explain how the various tissue types will respond and set according to the new contours of your face.
The procedure itself can be simple or involved, depending on the goal. A deviated septum will typically take less time than a full reconstruction, but in all cases the goal is the same: a seamless and attractive effect that complements your naturally expressive personality. Recovery can take up to several weeks, but your Los Angeles plastic surgeon will help ease the process with painkillers and follow-up visits.
There are some facial features that never quite express our internal selves. If you are looking for a permanent improvement in the shape or size of your nose, do yourself a favor and speak with an expert facial surgeon today.
The Official Los Angeles Scar Removal FAQ
Scars are some of the most obvious blemishes on the human face. These unwanted reminders of past injuries and accidents can affect everything from expressiveness to confidence. As a Los Angeles facial cosmetic surgeon, I see many patients seeking scar removal, which is why I have helped to develop and improve some of the industry’s best practices for this simple procedure. Along the way I have also compiled a list of common questions about how the process works. Read on!
Is Scar Removal Safe?
In most cases, scar removal is completely safe. This procedure uses many of the least invasive technologies we have at our disposal – dermabrasion, laser resurfacing, and steroids. Although in some cases a more sophisticated technique may be indicated, every scar revision technique includes minimal use of incisions and reconstructive surgery. In other words, if your injury is skin deep, chances are your procedure will be as well.
Will It Erase My Scar Completely?
There is no such thing as total scar removal, but scar revision surgery can greatly diminish the appearance of scars. Over time the edges of that injury will fade, the scar will regain a natural hue, and your facial musculature will improve in function and appearance.
Will I Ever Regain Total Motion in the Affected Tissue?
In most cases, your face will recover its natural expressiveness following scar revision surgery. This is because scar tissue tends to be thick and inelastic, hindering your face’s ability to stretch and distort as it normally would. Once your scar tissue is removed or diminished, you should experience an immediate liberation of the surrounding structures. The result is a return to the full expressiveness and personality you want to project.
How Long Does It Take?
That depends. Scars come in several forms – keloid scars, hypertrophic scars, and burn scars, to name a few – and different tissue types require different interventions. The vast majority of procedures can be done in a day on an outpatient basis, meaning you can probably return to your active life within a matter of hours. Even with more involved procedures, you should be back to your regular routine in a matter of weeks.
Plastic surgery scar removal has been improving for many years. If you are hoping to regain the smooth contours and many charms of the face you were born with, it may be time to speak with an expert Los Angeles facial cosmetic surgeon today.
Los Angeles LATISSE™ – A Safer Route to Long Lashes
Lashes. They open up the eyes, soften our expressions, and bring dazzling beauty to those Kodak moments. Longer lashes have for years been considered a sign of beauty, spawning envy in adulthood and hushed reverence in young people.
No wonder an entire industry has grown up around enhancing your eyelashes – brushes, curlers, crimpers, eyeliners, mascara, even permanent tattoos! But it wasn’t until recently that a prescription medication came along that could solve the problem for good: LATISSE™ 0.03%.
LATISSE™ is a revelation – a simple topical application that you brush on your eyelid once daily. The process is simple and painless – a single-use applicator is gently applied to your outer lid, then thrown away. Within weeks, you begin to see a huge difference: enhanced growth, increased thickness, and an astonishing change in overall appearance. These are the lashes you have coveted for years in fashion spreads and movie stars.
But there is one thing LATISSE™ offers that you cannot get from falsies or mascara: the lashes are yours. Genetically, organically, yours. LATISSE™ stimulates your body’s natural growth cycle, and the hairs that appear are your own, but longer. The downside is that it can take up to eight weeks for the effect to show. But the upside is that you can quit anytime, and your follicles will return to their natural growth cycle, replacing the new lashes with hairs of original length.
LATISSE™ is a low-impact, high-effect, nonsurgical solution for anyone in search of longer eyelashes. I am proud to say that I have been offering Los Angeles LATISSE treatments longer than most of my colleagues. If you want to learn more about this simple prescription solution, please contact my Los Angeles facial cosmetic surgery practice for a free consultation today.
Ultherapy®: The Revolutionary Face Lift without Knives or Needles
The Los Angeles Ultherapy® sensation continues to spread: our most popular procedure has earned a spot on EXTRA this week. The piece focused on what many people see as the principal advantage of Ulthera® Ultrasound therapy – its noninvasive nature. As the narrator put it: “A noninvasive facelift you can knock out on your lunch hour?!” Exaggerated a bit for television, perhaps, but the thrust of this piece was right on point.
Ultherapy® is an extraordinary advance in the ways we can tighten tissues and erase the ravages of time. Many of you know that my Los Angeles cosmetic surgery offices were among the first in the nation to offer Ultherapy®, and that we continue to lead the effort toward the very safest and most effective applications of this revolutionary technology. I personally administer each procedure myself, operating the machine and calibrating every inch of the contouring to suit your facial type and goals. It is a quick and painless approach that can have you back on the street – and enjoying life – within a matter of minutes.
Where I take some issue with the EXTRA piece is in its sunny prognosis for speed. Ultherapy® works exceptionally well, but one of the reasons it confers such a natural and organic appearance is because it is, well, natural and organic. The ultrasound waves we use stimulate your body to produce its own collagen, and as you know, you can’t rush mother nature. Typically the best results will appear within three to six months, not two, as they implied in this video package. Otherwise, it’s all true.
Ulthera® represents a brand new way to improve your appearance without sacrificing your comfort or expressiveness. To learn more, please feel free to contact the Los Angeles Ultherapy® experts at my practice today.
