Friday, January 29, 2016

When is Facelift a Good Decision?


A facelift is a good option for any person that is down on themselves because of their aged skin and muscle. This appearance can be covered with cosmetics or improved slightly with tightening creams, but at the end of the day you are going to want a permanent solution. Throwing away money on solutions that do not really work is a waste, and the investment in a real facelift might be the very best decision.

The facelift procedure is recommended for people that have noticeable issues that they would like to change, like wrinkled skin. As the doctor tightens and lifts the tissue, it is going to make the outer layer of skin look very supple and smooth once it has been rejuvenated as well. There is an alternative option for people are not completely sure that they are ready for a major facelift, and it can provide some of the same benefits. The most difficult part of deciding on a treatment is figuring out if you can invest the time in the recovery. A non-surgical treatment is a very fast and mild recovery, but most people are more satisfied with the idea of never needing to surgically maintain their youthful appearance.

Wednesday, January 27, 2016

Surgery for Lip Augmentation

Different facial features tend to take turns becoming the trendy area for treatment, and lately the lips have become a major focal point. A lip augmentation through injectable filler is a smart way to find out how you look with an enhancement before you really commit. Plenty of patients are happy to return every few months to receive more injections to keep the enhancement looking attractive, but some prefer to take it a step further. A surgical lip augmentation is going to result in a permanent size enhancement so that you can achieve the full pout you have always wanted.

The soft implants that our expert in lip augmentation in Beverly Hills uses look and feel very natural once placed. A patient can choose to have them removed after a few years, or switched for a different size if they would like to make a change. Otherwise, the surgical lip augmentation is going to provide a permanent result that does not ever require another visit with the doctor. You do not have to be born with a full pout to feel great about your appearance, especially if you begin working with our expert surgeon on a long-term solution that you can appreciate.

Tuesday, January 26, 2016

Do I Need Rhinoplasty?

There are no situations that make a rhinoplasty an absolute necessity, but it is a very beneficial treatment to go through. Most of the patients that visit our surgeon want to get help with the physical aspect of their nose, but this is not actually a requirement. If you have trouble breathing through either side of the nose, a rhinoplasty is needed to correct the problem you are experiencing. There are people that have issues with both the function and appearance of their nose, and these candidates usually feel the strongest about getting a rhinoplasty.

Every nose is going to seem imperfect in some way, especially to the person that has to look at it each day. If you want to compare yourself to other patients, the rhinoplasty before and after images provided by your surgeon can help you understand more. It might actually help you decide that you are serious about the nose job surgery once you see the potential benefits available to you. If you have any real interest in undergoing a treatment that will provide a permanent improvement, a consultation is going to be the best step to take to figure out if you are truly ready.

Monday, January 25, 2016

Cosmetic Procedures for Improving Your Face

Our faces are usually the first area of our bodies to most clearly exhibit the signs of aging. Wrinkled and sagging skin are quick to affect our brows, our cheeks, our lips, and our entire face. There are a few cosmetic procedures, ranging from surgical to non surgical that can be used to improve your face.

An eyebrow lift can effectively be used to treat the effects of a descending brow. These effects include a flattening of the eyebrows, deep furrows in the forehead, and the development of frown lines between the eyebrows. A direct brow lift can be done to address all of these issues. In the procedure, our expert in eyebrow lift in Beverly Hills will make an incision along and above the eyebrows. The skin is then pulled down, with excess tissue being removed, before being reattached at the line of incision.

There are also some non surgical methods for treating your face. One of the methods is known as a liquid facelift. There is no surgery involved in a liquid facelift. Instead, dermal fillers and products like Botox are used to smooth wrinkles and provide additional volume where it is needed. Contact our expert in non surgical facelift in Beverly Hills to schedule a consultation.

Friday, January 22, 2016

Cost of Nose Jobs


The entire cost of a rhinoplasty is a figure created after adding multiple factors into the treatment. One part of the Beverly Hills nose job cost is paid to the doctor that is providing the entire surgery to you. This number might vary for each office if you attend more than one consultation, but it does not necessarily indicate that one doctor is more reliable than another. Make the initial decision about which surgeon you would prefer to work with before you ever start considering the cost factors.

When you do meet with a surgeon, they will be ready to explain all of the cost factors in detail so that you are fully informed about the treatment. Anesthesia is a nose job cost that you cannot negotiate because it is necessary for your safety and comfort. There are certain tools required to complete this type of treatment, and you will be responsible for paying the associated fees. Spending time in a professional surgery facility ensures that you are in a safe environment so it is a very worthwhile cost factor. You should always keep in mind that a reputable surgeon is not going to over-charge to make a little extra money so making the right decisions should give you confidence in the investment you make.

Wednesday, January 20, 2016

What You Should Know about Chemical Peels

Different types of chemical peels can be used to treat a wide variety of skin conditions. Most chemical peels are applied in the same way, with the doctor placing them on the area of skin that is going to be treated, and then allowing it to penetrate. As the chemicals interact with your skin, the topmost layers of your skin will fall away and reveal a fresh new layer. In order to have a better idea which chemical peel may be right for your needs, it helps to know a little bit more about them.

Skin peels involving glycolic acid are particularly useful for people with acne-prone skin. Not only will glycolic acid help reduce the frequency of your breakouts, but it will tighten your pores and smooth your skin. TCA peels have several different applications. At a lower concentration, TCA peels will treat sun spots, acne marks, and skin that has a worn look to it. At higher concentrations, TCA peels can be used to treat melasma, actinic keratosis, wrinkles, acne, and scarring.

If you are interested in learning more about which type of chemical peel is right for your skin, contact our San Fernando Valley dermatologist to schedule an appointment.