After a facelift, it’s not uncommon for swelling to create mild distortions in the appearance of the face. Puffiness, eyes that seem asymmetrical, smiles that appear crooked, and the inability to open the mouth fully are all part of the natural healing process following a facelift. As the bruising and swelling resolve (typically 2-3 weeks),… Read More
Men Are Doing It, Too!
It seems that more and more men are turning to cosmetic surgery to better their appearance and boost their self-esteem. The ASAPS (The American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery) reported that in the last 10 years, the number of men who’ve opted for plastic surgery has jumped 45%. Some of the most common male procedures… Read More
Fillers or a Facelift? Maybe Both!
Do I need a facelift or will cosmetic fillers do the job? This is one of the most common questions from those interested in facial rejuvenation. In some cases, fillers may be the optimal solution. In others, a facelift will provide the best outcome. But, more and more often within my own practice, we’re doing… Read More
Will I be in a lot of pain after a Facelift?
I have performed hundreds of facelifts during my career as a board certified plastic surgeon, and pain is very subjective. Not everyone experiences the same level of pain, and not everyone has the same threshold or tolerance. Truthfully, there are patients who experience no pain at all after a facelift and some that are very… Read More
Will I be in a lot of pain after an Abdominoplasty?
Pain is subjective and not everyone has the same threshold or tolerance level. After an abdominoplasty, a majority of patients do experience pain that continues to subside over 1-2 weeks. Oral pain medication is given to help alleviate any discomfort that my patients experience. Most of the pain that patients feel is caused by the… Read More
Feeling Guilty About Elective Surgery?
Should you feel guilty about having elective plastic surgery? The simple answer would be no, but it’s not that simple. Making a decision to undergo plastic surgery is not an easy one, and many factors come into play, specifically guilt…guilt about spending the money, guilt about changing what nature gave you, guilt about being vain,… Read More
