It is understandable that patients may feel nervous before undergoing a facelift. When researching or discussing the risks, patients may wonder, “Is a facelift dangerous?” Since a facelift is an elective surgery, patients often become more nervous about the possible risks of a facelift. Dr. David Santos can discuss these risks with you and the […]
Neck Lift Seattle: What Is Platysmaplasty?
The neck and face take the brunt of aging. From sagging skin, wrinkles, and uneven fat deposits, the neck can carry many cosmetic concerns. Patients looking to correct neck banding and sagging often become confused at the term “platysmaplasty”. Is that the technical term for a neck lift? Is it something else? What is platysmaplasty? […]
Deviated Septum Seattle: How To Prepare For Septoplasty Surgery
A deviated septum is a relatively common condition where the column of cartilage that separates the two nostrils sits more to one side than the other. This can block airways and cause several medical problems. Some people are born with a deviated septum while others acquire one due to an injury. The best way to […]
Eyelid Surgery Seattle: Is Blepharoplasty Safe?
Blepharoplasty–upper, lower, or both–is a facial plastic surgery that removes extra skin and fat deposits that collect on and around the eyelids. Usually, this is associated with age, although some may experience this due to medical or genetic factors. Plastic surgeons and ophthalmologists often recommend blepharoplasty surgery to remove this. Once this is recommended, one […]
Facelift Seattle: What Does A Full Facelift Include?
Facelift surgery comes in many forms including the mini, full, and extended facelift. The full facelift is the most commonly performed technique. While every facelift surgery differs based on individual needs, many patients wonder: what does a full facelift include? In general, patients can expect a full facelift to address their lower face, some of […]
CO2 Laser Seattle: What Does CO2 Laser Resurfacing Do?
Surgical CO2 laser resurfacing is a procedure that can treat many skin concerns, usually associated with aging. It is best for treating fine lines and wrinkles, sun damage, and a rough texture. Often combined with another facial plastic surgery like a facelift to improve the overall quality of the skin, the procedure can also have […]
Chin Augmentation Seattle: Chin Implant vs. Chin Filler
Chin augmentation can dramatically change the look of the face and bring symmetry to the facial features. There are many ways to accomplish this utilizing surgical and non-surgical methods. The two most common ways to augment the chin are chin implant and chin filler. A chin implant is a permanent solution that Dr. Santos surgically […]
Nose Job Seattle: Does Rhinoplasty Require General Anesthesia?
Dr. David Santos is renowned for spearheading the use of local anesthesia during facial plastic surgery procedures. This includes using a combination of local anesthetics with light sedation. Patients remain comfortable and fairly out of it, but are not fully asleep. However, local anesthesia cannot be used for all facial plastic surgeries. Dr. Santos does […]
Facelift Seattle: How Long Does A Mini Facelift Last?
Aging is one of the inevitable aspects of growing older. A mini facelift is one procedure that can turn back time and provide a more youthful look. Following a mini facelift in Seattle, however, aging does not stop. The face will continue to age even after a facelift. This leaves many patients seeking mini facelifts […]
Benefits of Chin Liposuction With Implant
It is extremely common to carry some extra fat underneath the chin. Known as submental fat, this fat often reduces during puberty, but some adults retain some fat in the chin. Genetic predisposition, weight fluctuation, and other factors can all influence the retention of fat under the chin. Adult patients often seek to reduce the […]
