HomeGeneral I’ve heard that chin implant surgery and rhinoplasty are often combined. How does getting a chin implant help with the appearance of the nose?
Occasionally, I see patients in consultation who wish to achieve a smaller nose. In other words, the patient believes the nose is too long for the face. During the consultation, I examine not only the nose specifically, but also how the nose fits the face and whether facial structures are in harmony with each other. Sometimes, I find that the chin might be small or weak, thus giving the impression of a long nose. When I […]
HomeGeneral I’ve got dark circles and hollowness under my eyes. Can fat transfer be used to improve this and is it safe?
There are several possible causes for dark circles around the eyes. Some are medical conditions, like allergies and/or thyroid disorders. Identification of these potential medical conditions and, if present, treatment can improve upon the appearance of the dark circles around the eyes. Dark circles can also be due to pigmentation of the skin, blood vessels beneath the skin, and hollowness. Pigmentation of skin is best treated with skin care products and skin resurfacing techniques, like chemical peels or laser […]
HomeGeneral I am considering cheek implants. I understand that they are made of a hard silicone. Is there any danger of this material being in your body?
Risks of facial implants include (but not limited to) pain, infection, bleeding, improper position, need for removal and/or replacement. The benefit of facial implants is that it augments areas where the bony skeleton may be deficient. For example, if your cheek bone is rather flat and not prominent, then a cheek implant would be a good option for you to consider. However, if your cheek bone has good prominence, but you have lost soft […]
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I live about 3 hours from Newport Beach and I’d like to know if it would be possible to first consult via the Internet and/or phone regarding rhinoplasty before coming in to see you.
We do offer the opportunity for patients to arrange for consultation via phone and/or internet as an initial consultation. Assuming you are a good candidate for rhinoplasty and I recommend the surgery for you, then we follow up the first consultation with an in-office consultation to further review your desires and allow me the opportunity to more formally examine you and discuss with you my recommendations.
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HomeGeneral There seem to be a lot of different lasers used for laser skin resurfacing. Does it make that much of a difference which laser is used? What are some of the more common or more effective lasers and what are they appropriate for treating?
There are several companies that manufacture several types of lasers for skin resurfacing. For patients who have evidence of fine lines, wrinkles, and sun-damaged skin, I tend to favor using a fractionated CO2 laser. There is some discomfort associated with this procedure, but that discomfort is properly addressed with topical anesthetic cream and, at times, injections […]
HomeGeneral Hi. I am 54 years old and would like a neck lift. My 56-year-old sister and I have the same wrinkled neck and she is interested in one as well. How long do the effects of the neck lift generally last? Does the tightened skin continue to wrinkle at the same rate?
A necklift is a procedure to address sagging skin of the neck. Occasionally, neck muscle bands beneath the chin also contribute to the loss of a youthful neck contour; these neck muscle bands are also addressed through a necklift. Additionally, we perform liposuction of the neck during a […]
HomeGeneral What exactly is the process for scar revision?
Scar revision refers to a procedure that addresses the appearance of a scar. There are several different types of procedures available for scar revision. For example, skin resurfacing procedures may improve upon the appearance of a scar; those skin resurfacing procedures include laser resurfacing. Surgery is another procedure we use in scar revision…cutting out the scar tissue. Whenever we do surgery and make an incision, a scar will form. The key in facial plastic surgery is to make that scar a very faint, thin line so that it is barely perceptible. Success […]
HomeGeneral I’m from Newport Beach and interested in getting a nose job. I’ve been looking through magazines to get an idea of what I would like my nose to look like. If I find a picture I really like, is it possible to make my nose look just like it?
When you come to see me for a consultation to discuss rhinoplasty, we start the conversation with your concerns regarding the appearance of your nose and what changes you hope to achieve through the procedure. Sometimes, photos of other noses may allow for us to both get a sense of your […]
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I’m 27, Asian, and I’d like to get a nose job. I heard that the nose grows and changes as you get older. Is this true? What does this mean for the results of the nose job then?
The nose does change over time. For example, the nasal tip support mechanisms may weaken over time, thus giving the appearance of a longer nose with a droopy nasal tip. During rhinoplasty, we use techniques to maintain, and sometimes enhance, those tip support mechanisms.
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HomeGeneral For the cheek lift, where are the incisions made? I understand that you’re doing work in the cheek area as well as the temple area. Does this mean that incisions are made in both areas?
An isolated cheek lift incorporates an incision in the temple, under the lower eyelid, and occasionally inside the mouth. Sometimes, patients may benefit from a facelift/necklift in conjunction with a cheek lift. In these patients, I perform a specific type of facelift, called a high-SMAS facelift, that not only addresses the neck and lower face, but also the cheek. These incisions are hidden within the […]
