Facial Plastic Surgery Blog

Also called Chemical Resurfacing, Chemexfoliation, Chemoexfoliation or Derma Peeling Ancient Egyptians are credited with creating a number of cosmetic products and procedures still in use today. To our knowledge, these innovators developed eyeliner in the form of a stick covered in kohl, tooth brushes and breath fresheners consisting of cinnamon and other natural ingredients, and […]

Also called Facial Reconstruction or Orbital-Craniofacial Reconstruction Facial plastic surgeon Dr. Rami K. Batniji, M.D., F.A.C.S. sees a wide array of patients whose facial features are presented to him in various conditions. Some patients may seek their first plastic surgery of the face, while others come to him requesting a secondary procedure from a previous […]

Intense pulsed light treatments, or IPL, are available to patients seeking to eliminate cosmetic irregularities of the skin such as spider veins (broken capillaries) and brown spots (age spots, liver spots, solar lentigines). In addition to treating these discolorations, photofacial treatments can actually improve the quality of the skin through the promotion of collagen and […]

Rhinoplasty is undoubtedly one of the most commonly performed plastic surgeries. The procedure transforms the nose permanently and effectively, allowing patients to sport a new look that better suits their aesthetic preferences. Though there are many benefits to undergoing a rhinoplasty, less permanent, expensive, and dramatic results can be obtained to alter the look of […]

Advancement in years will lead to gradual changes within the skin. Over time and with exposure to the elements, a variety of changes occur, including the following: The rate of cell division slows and the underlying skin, or dermis, thins out. This can result in longer healing times for skin conditions. Fat cells decrease in […]

Juvederm is an injectable gel dermal filler that provides a non-invasive method to address wrinkles and folds in facial areas. The treatment is a great way to make the skin glow and has been classified by the American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery as one of the most popular anti-aging treatments available in the United […]

In high school, many teens believe looks are everything, which may be why more adolescents are considering rhinoplasty. Recent data showed that rhinoplasty is the most common plastic surgery procedure among American teenagers, and as more high schoolers evaluate its benefits, they should also recognize the impact of this cosmetic surgery. Many experts feel that […]

Nose surgery, or rhinoplasty, is one of the most popular cosmetic procedures in both women and men. This procedure is generally performed to improve or enhance the shape of the nose; however, it may also be performed to improve the function of the nose. People may want to undergo rhinoplasty for various reasons. They may […]

Scar revision refers to a number of procedures that can reduce the appearance of unsightly scars. Some procedures work by diminishing redness associated with scars while others flatten raised scars or relocate scars to less conspicuous locations. Scar revision techniques involve injectable fillers, dermabrasion, laser resurfacing and excision. If you are troubled by a scar, […]

As the weather continues to warm up over these next couple of weeks and months, more and more skin will come out of hiding. It is important that it be cared for properly, especially with UV levels on the rise. While having a killer tan is attractive, it can literally turn into a killer if […]