Facelift is an elective cosmetic facial surgery procedure designed to elevate aging portions of the lower face and neck.

Because certain lines, wrinkles, and facial changes cannot be addressed by creams or topical treatments, facelift techniques reposition the deeper tissues of the face and allow for removal of redundant skin.

A facelift does not elevate the eyebrows. This is a separate surgical procedure that is usually performed using endoscopic techniques, nor does a facelift remove extra eyelid skin. This procedure is known as a Blepharoplasty.

Facelift is usually performed using a combination of intravenous sedation and local anesthesia in an accredited surgical facility. This allows for the procedure to be performed safely in a manner that is most comfortable for the patient. The procedure is performed on an outpatient basis. This means that you will be able to go home after surgery.

Most facelift candidates are in their mid - 40's to late 60's. However, we evaluate patients based on physiologic, and not chronologic age. Most healthy individuals that have aging changes requiring a facelift are good candidates. Realistic goals and a stable psychological profile are essential elements for undergoing any type of cosmetic procedure. The decision to undergo surgery should be carefully thought out, and should not be rushed. The decision to have this procedure is a decision for you and not for anyone else.

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A minimal incision procedure, a limited incision neck lift is designed to provide a sharper neck-jaw angle by sculpting of fat, and tightening and supension of the neck muscles.

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Rhinoplasty is an elective cosmetic surgical procedure designed to enhance the form and sometimes the function of the nose. Our goal in rhinoplasty surgery is to make changes that will refine an individual's appearance while respecting the structure and function of the nose.

The changes that can be made in rhinoplasty depend largely on the patient's starting anatomy. Some noses require shaping by removal of a prominent hump, others by straightening a crooked appearance, others still by refining a drooping or enlarged nasal tip. Certain changes are feasible in some individuals, and not in others. A complete consultation is required prior to consideration of surgery.

The only age requirement for rhinoplasty is that the midface has matured adequately. Most patients seeking rhinoplasty in my practice range from their mid teens to early 50's. However, we evaluate patients based on physiologic and not chronologic age. Most healthy post pubescent individuals that have nasal characteristics which can be addressed by rhinoplasty are good candidates for surgery.

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Endoscopic Forehead Lift is an elective cosmetic surgical procedure designed to elevate the outer (lateral) eyebrow and soften vertical lines in the central brow region.

An endoscopic forehead lift repositions the brow in a deep surgical plane, utilizing endoscopes and fiberoptic cameras through small concealed incisions behind the hairline.

An Endoscopic Forehead Lift does not elevate the lower face. This is a separate surgical procedure called Facelift, nor does an Endoscopic Forehead Lift remove extra eyelid skin. This procedure is known as a Blepharoplasty. However, an Endoscopic Forehead Lift can eliminate or minimize the amount of skin that needs to be removed by lifting the brow.

Most Endoscopic Forehead Lift candidates are in their mid - 30's to late 60's. However, we evaluate patients based on physiologic and not chronologic age. Most healthy individuals that have aging changes requiring an Endoscopic Forehead Lift are good candidates.

Blepharoplasty is an elective cosmetic surgery procedure designed to enhance the appearance of the eyes. This is accomplished by diminishing a puffy, tired, or stern appearance.

Blepharoplasty removes excessive upper and or lower eyelid skin, through small concealed incisions in the eyelid creases. Excessive fat can also be removed from the eyelids in order to give a more refreshed, youthful appearance.

A Blepharoplasty does not elevate the lower face. This is a separate surgical procedure called Facelift, nor does Blepharoplasty elevate the forehead. This procedure is known as an Endoscopic Forehead Lift.

Most Blepharoplasty candidates are in their mid - 30's to late 60's. However, we evaluate patients based on physiologic and not chronologic age. Most healthy individuals that have aging changes that require Blepharoplasty are good candidates.

Temporary or permanent, lip augmentation is designed to make lips fuller and more luscious looking.

Lip augmentation can be temporary (collagen) or permanent (Advanta®, Atrium Medical). Advanta® is a permanent but reversible form of lip augmentation made of a very soft form of Gortex. It is structurally different from older forms of Gortex and biointegrates very easily.

Advanta® is a dual porosity implant with a hard core and a very soft outer layer. Lip augmentation is an office procedure, usually done under local anesthesia.

Advanta® looks and feels natural. Samples and pre/ postop pictures are available in the office for your inspection.

Reconstructive Facial Plastic Surgery procedures are performed for functional and cosmetic reasons, and sometimes a combination of both.

Our goal is to return a patient after skin cancer surgery, trauma, or other form of pathology to a more normal appearance.

The way in which a patient heals depends on an individual's physiology, nature of the trauma or size of the defect, and manner of repair.

Scars generally take a full year to completely remodel and changes can be expected in wound appearance for this period of time.