Facial Plastic Surgeon.
Double Board Certified.
Fellowship Trained.
There is a lot of hype about Ultherapy, the non-surgical cosmetic tightening procedure that uses ultrasonic waves to stimulate the creation of collagen in the deep layers of the skin as well as targeting and tightening of the SMAS layer of the face through heat energy from the ultrasound waves. Ultherapy is not a lifting…
As we age, gravity becomes our biggest enemy. Deep wrinkles form in the forehead and drooping in the brow area can occur, portraying a tired or sad facial expression. Botox and other neuromuscular toxins are great options for temporarily lifting the forehead and brow area early on. However, for patients who are seeking a more…
Unfortunately, society has placed a stereotype on women who undergo plastic surgery as being vain and self-absorbed. The truth is: men want to look just as good as women! There is no shame in wanting to look your best and even different if that’s what you prefer. Recent statistics reported that cosmetic procedures for men…
Almost everyone has a scar of some sort, but when a scar is located on the face, it can cause a negative impact on self esteem. Scars form when skin recovers from an injury such as an accident, a burn, or even severe acne. When a scar forms, it is difficult to erase it completely.…
The eyes are the first place on your face to show age. One may think that a lack of sleep and the stresses of life are the reasons for tired looking eyes, but it really comes from changes in the underlying structure and genetic tendencies. A cosmetic blepharoplasty can improve the look of tired, puffy…
After years of touch-up with Botox, fillers, lasers, and anti-aging products, it may be evident that only surgery will provide the results you desire. A facelift can sound like a scary procedure, but it has a virtually painless recovery and offers dramatic improvement. There are many different types of facelifts you can choose from based…
The first question patients ask when considering any facial cosmetic surgery is “what is the recovery period?” We all have busy lives and very few people have the downtime to fully recover before appearing in public. Believe it or not, facelift recovery periods are not as bad as most would think. It generally takes about…
There has been an increase in media attention surrounding children and elective plastic surgery. Should parents accept their children as they are or should they protect them from potential self-confidence issues or teasing from their peers? Everyone has an opinion on the matter, but with the help of a trusted facial plastic surgeon, parents will…
Perhaps one of the biggest hesitations about undergoing Rhinoplasty or Revision Rhinoplasty is the fear of the healing process. Patients are normally worried about the extent of the bruising and the amount of time if might take them away from work, family, or other activities. Bruising and swelling are a natural part of Rhinoplasty recovery.…
As they say, “beauty is in the eye of the beholder.” Unfortunately, we are usually our own worst critic. Facial aging is an inevitable process that affects all of us, and there’s an ever-increasing focus on youthful appearances. Opting to undergo facial plastic surgery can not only provide a younger looking appearance but also makes…
