A brow lift is a facial plastic surgery that raises the position of the brows to better line up with the natural bone. It also may address sagging and wrinkles on the forehead and upper face. As we age, the brows sometimes begin to droop downward from their natural position which is where a brow […]
Does Facelift Without Surgery Work?
Facelift surgery is one of the most effective ways to address aging, jowling, and saggy, wrinkled skin. However, is surgery always necessary to see a great result that makes you look years younger? Currently, there are many non-surgical facelift options available such as liquid facelifts, thread lifts, and more. Does facelift without surgery work? The […]
How Long Do Chin Implants Last?
Chin augmentation surgery is a plastic surgery procedure designed to increase the size and projection of the chin. It may also make alterations to the overall shape. Traditionally, this surgery uses a chin implant to achieve this. Made of commonly used surgical grade silicone that feels rubbery to mimic the feel of bone. When inquiring […]
How Long Does It Take To Recover From Eyelid Surgery?
Eyelid surgery–also known as blepharoplasty–is a procedure that removes sagging, extra skin from the upper and/or lower eyelids. It is generally a quick procedure that Dr. Santos often performs under local anesthesia. Before surgery, patients usually want to plan to take enough time off work and return to activities as soon as possible. This leads […]
Can A Double Chin Come Back After Lipo?
Liposuction is one of the most common and popular treatments to treat a double chin. The procedure suctions out the unnecessary and extra fat in the area. This can improve your facial profile, facial aesthetics, and the general contour of your chin and jawline. Patients often have concerns about their double chin returning after surgery, […]
Is It Possible To Straighten Your Nose Without Surgery?
A nose job is one of the most frequently performed facial plastic surgeries. It is the only surgery known to alter the nose permanently and significantly. However, not all cosmetic concerns of the nose require surgery. For example, a hump on the nose can often be corrected with a non-surgical rhinoplasty. Is it possible to […]
Are Mini Facelifts Worth It?
Making the decision to undergo any type of facial plastic surgery is one that requires careful consideration. During this process, it is understandable for patients to have questions and weigh the risks and benefits. Nowhere is this seen more frequently than in facelift surgery patients. Often, this leads to questions like, “Are mini facelifts worth […]
How Painful Is A Brow Lift?
A brow lift is a facial plastic surgery that lifts and repositions the brows and structures of the forehead. It can treat the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, sagging skin, and create a more youthful look. Patients who undergo this procedure–especially those considering local anesthesia–often ask, “How painful is a brow lift?” During surgery, […]
Tips For Reducing Swelling After Blepharoplasty
Swelling after any surgical procedure is perfectly normal. While not every patient will experience noticeable swelling, but for those that do, it is typically a normal part of the healing process. Following a blepharoplasty, or eyelid surgery, swelling can become more troublesome than it may in other areas. Here are some tips for reducing swelling […]
The Best Way To Treat Facelift Scars: Scar Protocol
Facelift surgery creates beautiful results and can take years off the face. This requires surgical incisions that eventually can become scars. Patients undergoing a facelift understandably want to hide their scars as much as possible. Plastic surgeons use techniques to hide scars in the natural contours of the body and minimize their overall size. However, […]
