Facial plastic surgery is a broad category of plastic surgeries that treat the face. It can include everything from a nose job to eyelid surgery to a facelift. While individual surgeries have specific risks, facial plastic surgery has general risks that apply to most of the procedures. What are the risks of facial plastic surgery? […]
Is Rhinoplasty A Painful Surgery?
A rhinoplasty—or a nose job—is frequently performed on younger patients and some who may not have otherwise sought cosmetic surgery. Thus, rhinoplasty patients tend to have more questions than those seeking surgery purely for cosmetic reasons such as a facelift. One common question is, “Is rhinoplasty a painful surgery?” The surgical procedure itself is performed […]
How Do I Prepare For A Facelift?
Any surgery requires some preparation, even minimally invasive ones such as facelifts. Dr. Santos will provide each patient with specific preparation instructions based on their medical history and procedure. Here are some of the basic answers to the question, “How do I prepare for a facelift?” First, Dr. Santos may require certain medical clearances before […]
How Do You Prepare For A Brow Lift?
Modern brow lift surgery is fairly non-invasive. However, it is still considered a major surgery and may require some preparation. Once Dr. Santos determines that you are a good candidate for brow lift surgery, he will provide you with personalized preparations to take based on your medical history. So, how do you prepare for a […]
Does Rhinoplasty Leave A Scar?
Rhinoplasty surgery consistently remains one of the most popular plastic surgeries around the world. However, like with all surgeries, patients do worry about the possibility of scars. While an open rhinoplasty does not often leave external scars, it is not a technique commonly performed anymore. So, let’s look at the question, “Does rhinoplasty leave a […]
Can You Move Your Eyebrows After A Brow Lift?
Can You Move Your Eyebrows After A Brow Lift? A brow lift surgery lifts the position of the eyebrows into a more youthful position and helps to reduce wrinkles, extra skin, and sagging. However, patients interested in or considering a brow lift often want to have a more youthful brow and forehead, but do not […]
How Long Does Tightness Last After A Facelift?
Facelift surgery consistently remains one of the most popular plastic surgeries around the world. As more people value looking younger, the procedure continues to find more patients. Though, like any surgery, there are recovery and side effects. While normally minimal, it is still important for patients to understand what to expect following a facelift. Let’s […]
What Is The Difference Between A Brow Lift & A Facelift?
At first glance, it may seem obvious that there is a difference between a brow lift and a facelift. However, before surgery and in consultations, many people ask, “Will a facelift address my forehead?” The term “facelift” is fairly vague, so it is not clear exactly what areas of the face the procedure address. Let’s […]
Signs You May Benefit From Adding A Neck Lift To Your Facelift
Combining a neck lift with a facelift is relatively common and easy. Many patients will find the best results from a facelift if they also address their neck at the same time. However, not every patient will benefit from a neck lift. So, how can you know? Ultimately, Dr. Santos can determine this following a […]
Managing Facial Plastic Surgery Expectations: What To Know
Expectations within the plastic surgery world can make the difference between someone who is a candidate for surgery and someone who is not. Plastic surgery–while it can achieve amazing outcomes–is not one size fits all. One result may not be possible in every patient based on varying anatomy. Expectations become heightened when it comes to […]
