HomeArticles Those who partake in spring cleaning could only be described as having a love-hate relationship with this seasonal duty. The necessary evils of the cleaning project align with the old adage “out with the old, in with the new.” Though many people may not think to apply this activity to their skin care collection, there are many reasons why getting rid of expired skin care is essential for optimum skin health.
Many skin care items contain ingredients that are first activated in a sterile, vacuum sealed environment. Once opened, however, the container is exposed to air, bacteria, and skin cells […]
Have you ever considered plastic surgery? Have you ever stated “Plastic surgery is not for me”? If you answered “yes” to either of these questions, this post is for you!
Your face is one of your most important physical contributions to this world; surgical alterations to the face can boost a person’s self-esteem by improving their attractiveness.
Some facial plastic surgeries actually improve the function of a feature. During a rhinoplasty where septoplasty is performed on a deviated septum (often termed a functional rhinoplasty), or blepharoplasty to eliminate hooding of the eye that hinders one’s vision, patients enjoy normal functions of these […]
HomeArticles Though fat redistribution technique shave been available since the late 19th century, it was not until the 1980s that the popularity of the injectable fillers grew as more modern methods became available. With the advent of liposuction proceduresa decade prior, doctors began to realize the extracted fat could be reused in other areas of the body. Today, this often secondary cosmetic procedure is known as autologous fat grafting.
When the fat is redistributed to the face from the patient’s own body, it will not be rejected and carries a substantially lower risk of infection. Fat is also a naturally occurring […]
HomeArticles Whether a local or national athlete, there is always the possibility that one can be harmed while playing sports. You may notice while you observe a sporting event that many of the players are wearing identical uniforms, but have various bandages, guards, and protection pads on. Some of this equipment includes facial gear, such as masks to protect existing injuries and prevent future damage to the area. This protection is necessary in regard to the player’s health, but will not morph unsightly deformities; however, Dr. Batnijiof Batniji Facial Plastic Surgery in Newport Beach, California is a highly skilled doctor […]
HomeArticles Juvederm Voluma is the latest injectable product from Allergan. The cutting-edge facial filler is designed to restore fullness in the cheeks, which can diminish over time as the face ages or due to heredity or weight loss. Dr. Batniji was chosen as a member of Allergan’s Advisory Board for Voluma, researching the effects and benefits of the newly FDA-approved filler and training other physicians in injection techniques. Although Dr. Batniji has been familiar with the injectable for some time and has used it with great reception at his practice, other surgeons throughout the area and the country have not […]
HomeArticles The forehead is often one of the first areas of the face to show signs of aging.
This may be due to the natural tendency to raise and lower the eyebrows with facial expressions to convey an emotion.
In addition to muscular contractions and movements within the brow, this area of the face sits at a higher plane than other facial features, making it especially vulnerable to damage caused by the sun’s UV rays.
Some patients, on the other hand, have a genetic predisposition to a certain look that includes a lower brow or less space between the eyebrows and eyes. Often […]
HomeArticles The mouth is one feature of the face that draws a lot of attention as its shape and form are directly impacted by interactions. With the lips, a person speaks and relays emotions through facial animations. It is also the mouth that displays some of the first signs of aging, such as lines in and around the lips, as well as the condition of the teeth. A less commonly addressed part of the mouth can also reveal age: the position of the upper lip in relation to the nose. When the distance from the lips to nose becomes greater […]
HomeArticles Rami K. Batniji M.D., F.A.C.S. has years of experience in expertly improving his patients’ facial features. A surgery that Dr. Batniji has become highly sought-after for is the revision rhinoplasty. Though rhinoplasty is a common plastic surgery procedure, other plastic surgeons may not specialize in anatomical changes of the face or lack the skills to perform this procedure. In addition to the shortcomings of other surgeons, the nose does not always follow a predictable course of healing. As a result, complications or an unsatisfactory result may occur.
A revision rhinoplasty may require the addition of materials to the nose, in […]
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FDA Approves Voluma–It’s newest injectable filler that is indicated to lift and volumize cheeks.
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HomeArticles The Beginning of the Journey
Electing to receive a cosmetic facial treatment or surgery is the beginning of your journey to becoming the new and improved version of you. This process is important for a number of reasons. Your health and happiness may be positively changed in equal measure, alongside your appearance, if you choose a skilled plastic surgeon. This is often the case with rhinoplasty surgery that is performed alongside a septoplasty to improve the look of the nose as well as its airway function. Another example of this doubly positive experience is blepharoplasty surgery, which creates a wider, […]
