Even though dermal fillers are clearly temporary treatments that must be repeated at regular intervals for the best results, there are some things you can do to ensure that they look great for as long as possible. Start Before Your Appointment Arrives Because dermal fillers are provided as injections, you may need to avoid certain…
Dermal fillers are exceptionally powerful at adding volume to those lines and wrinkles that are causing your face to look older than it should or that are causing you grief or embarrassment in public. However, with the wide variety of dermal fillers on the market today, you may be wondering which ones will work best…
While Botox has been approved by the FDA for certain medical conditions, such as excessive underarm sweating and overactive bladder, it is primarily known for its skin benefits. Botox is a minimally invasive treatment that can quickly smooth away fine lines and wrinkles. However, you may be surprised to learn about some of the unexpected…
As you age, your skin gradually loses its strength and elasticity. You will notice that it begins to appear thinner and that it develops increasing numbers of wrinkles and folds. While a lifetime of amazing memories probably helped etch these marks into your skin, they may not appear to be quite so welcome when you…
Your skin can change significantly once you reach your 50s. The reason for this change is quite simple. Because of hormonal changes, collagen begins breaking down, and your skin becomes drier than normal. However, caring for aging skin does not have to be difficult or depressing. As long as you know which product to reach…
Once you reach your 40s, you are definitely seeing some changes on your skin even if you have previously cared for your skin incredibly well. Your goals at this age are to fight against the dry, flaky skin that is typical during these years, to continue to protect your skin daily with sunscreen, to amp…
Now that you are in your 30s, you may be able to tell that your skin is not as youthful as it was only five or six years ago. Tiny lines may be starting to form around your eyes and between your eyebrows from constant facial expressions. Your skin may look tired, dry, and overly…
If you are in your 20s, you probably hardly think about your skin. Most people at this age have gotten over the terrible acne of their teenage years and do not yet have wrinkles. However, no matter how beautiful your skin currently is, you must take care of it well if you hope to maintain…
A facelift is a cosmetic surgery designed to lift the lower part of your face to decrease sagging and smooth out deep-set lines. While it is designed to help you look more youthful, it can also help you feel more confident. As you consider whether a facelift is the right choice for you, you will…
With more and more people beginning Botox injections earlier in life to prevent lines and wrinkles from forming in the future, you may be faced with an important question of just how long you can safely receive these injections without complications and while still expecting them to work well. Before starting your treatments, you will…
Bags and sagging around the eyes can be surprisingly common especially as one age. Initially, these unwelcome bags may be due to long nights or poor hydration. However, over time, this fragile under-eye skin can get stretched out and may appear droopy no matter how well one cares for it. This may be due to…
A facelift surgery is an excellent way to get rid of deep wrinkles and sagging skin around your lower face. Most likely, you already have preconceived ideas about who is best able to receive a facelift. You may believe they are only for people of a certain socioeconomic status or for very old individuals who…
The lines that you see on your face can generally be classified in one of two ways. Either they are dynamic lines and wrinkles, or they are static. This classification is important because it helps to determine how they are best treated. To learn more, read about the differences below, or schedule an appointment with…
Age spots often seem to appear when you would least expect them. Even if you are now doing everything you can to protect yourself from the effects of the sun, prior sun damage from your younger years and other forms of pollution may be acting together to create brown or black spots on your skin.…
Have you ever instantaneously turned down the idea of a facelift when it has come up in conversation? You may believe that it is only for treating sagging cheeks or wrinkles around the nose and mouth, but a good facelift can do much more than that. Here are three unexpected reasons why a facelift could…
With Valentine’s Day at hand, you may be thinking about romance. With beautifully enhanced lips, you can look totally natural yet give the love of your life a soft surprise with your next kiss. If you have felt unhappy with the shape, contours or size of your lips, consider Restylane or Juvederm injections, which Dr.…
Facial wrinkles seem to be the bane of many people’s existences. They show up so visibly, are often hard to cover with makeup and make individuals feel old before their time. Because the face is the most visible part of the body, facial wrinkles are very noticeable and are often the first thing that people…
Opting for a facelift may seem like a simple matter if you are unhappy with the look of aging on your face. In particular, facelifts are the best solutions for sagging, drooping skin around the cheeks, chin, and neck as well as for smoothing out deep lines and wrinkles when topical creams, dermal fillers and…
As you sat down to make your New Year’s goals this year, did self-care make it to your list? You may have made goals to change your diet or increase your physical activity, but did you consider other ways of aging gracefully? January is a great time to consider a facelift because this procedure can…
Aging is a natural part of anybody’s life but can be extremely hard to embrace. It can be difficult for some to accept the natural changes that they see happening even if they take smart steps to reduce the signs of aging, such as by wearing sunscreen, participating in regular exercise and eating a healthy…