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Facelift Preparation
Getting ready for a cosmetic procedure such as a facelift can be overwhelming and very time-consuming but it doesn’t have to be. Start with a consultation and follow these basic guidelines to take the stress out of planning your facelift. The biggest factor when starting this process is determining a realistic timeline. If you have […]
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I Hate My Tattoo – Now What?
What happens when you realize that the tattoo you thought was amazing no longer seems like a great decision? According to a recent tattoo survey, a whopping 42% of Americans have at least one tattoo and 25% of tattoo recipients regret their decision. At the time, that tattoo seemed like a great idea. In the […]
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The Benefits of Choosing Local Anesthesia
Local and general anesthesia are important aspects of a surgical procedure. They keep you calm and comfortable during the treatment process and allow your surgeon to stay focused. With advanced surgical techniques, general anesthesia is not always required. There are many benefits to choosing local anesthesia when you can! Local vs general anesthesia Many invasive […]
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Restylane Lyft – Now for the Hands
Restylane Lyft is a popular injectable formula that can be placed in the cheeks or facial wrinkles to restore volume loss. Now, Restylane Lyft can also restore volume to the backs of the hands, making it the first FDA-approved hyaluronic acid injectable filler to do so! How the hands age Like your face, the skin […]
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Will I Bruise From Injections?
One of the most common questions patients ask is if they will bruise from their cosmetic injections of Botox, Dysport, Restylane or Juvederm. The second question is “how long will the bruise last?” The face is a very vascular area – some areas more so than others. As you can see from this diagram, the […]
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Why Do Women Elect To Have Cosmetic Procedures?
There are many reasons why women decide to have cosmetic procedures. A common misconception is that we have a poor self-image or we are vain. In most cases, this is not true. The decision to take control exudes confidence. Just like anything in life, if you don’t like something, you change it. And if you […]
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