When you come in to the OC Cosmetic Surgery Clinique, you may want to make a single change to your face or body. On the other hand, you may have multiple areas that you want to address. In this case, your biggest question may be how many procedures you need to go through in order…
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…
While a facelift is considered to be a permanent procedure because it creates a tauter and less lined look on the face, there are times when you may need a second facelift. This procedure is called a revision facelift, and it is a procedure that calls for a high degree of skill. That is why…
Facelifts are amazing tools that can help you smooth a sagging or wrinkled face, making your skin appear smoother and younger. With new treatment methods, many facelifts are now less invasive than ever, requiring very small incisions to provide great relief for common problems affecting the mid to lower face. However, despite these advances, you…
While most patients hear plenty about how cosmetic surgeries can impact them physically by making them appear more beautiful, many hear nothing solid about how these same surgeries can affect them psychologically. Of course, anything major that you do to your body affects you mentally and emotionally because there are many repercussions. A cosmetic surgery…
Acne scars can form on the skin of individuals who had severe acne as well as on the skin of those who picked at their acne and worsened the condition. Although some minor blemishes heal over several months to years, others can remain long-term due to major damage to the skin. Acne scarring can leave…
Despite the increased use of minimally invasive agents, such as Botox and dermal fillers, facelifts remain incredibly common for treating age-related drooping, sagging and wrinkling of the face. If you are looking into a facelift for yourself, we recommend that you start by asking these questions at a consultation with your surgeon. What Are Your…
While facelifts are commonly performed cosmetic surgeries, they are still often misunderstood. In fact, many individuals have believed a variety of myths about facelifts simply because they have never spoken to a professional about them. Here, we address the top five myths that we commonly hear at our office and give you the truth about…
A lip filler can make your lips look more voluminous and plusher. This can give you the larger lips that you have always wanted if you blame your thin lips on your genetics, or it can give you back the volume that you once had in your lips if you lost volume due to the…
When you hear the term “facelift,” you most likely think of the full, traditional treatment that has been used for decades to address sagging and wrinkles across the entire face. However, there is a surgical procedure that is far simpler than the traditional facelift is, and that is well-loved by many of our clients. It…
Dermal fillers are popular treatments for individuals who are beginning to show signs of aging on their skin. These products by such familiar manufacturers as Juvederm and Restylane are designed to fill in lines and wrinkles, improve areas that are thin or hollowed and gave individuals a more youthful look overall. However, many myths and…
Botox is the most popular cosmetic treatment used around the world, yet it is still routinely misunderstood. By putting these five common Botox myths to rest, you can feel better about heading in for your next appointment or can feel comfortable deciding to get this treatment for the first time. Myth 1: Botox Is Dangerous…
If you have done any online research into cosmetic procedures, you have probably seen both positive and negative results. This may lead you to wonder if you will really look good after your procedure. However, there are several ways that you can ensure that you will love your results both before and after your procedure…
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…
A facelift is a surgical procedure designed to lift your face, get rid of extra skin and tissues that may be causing your cheeks or chin to sag and smooth out deep-set wrinkles that no longer respond to topical treatments. However, you may be wondering if you can have a facelift because it comes with…
While summertime is usually the most special time of the year because of the warm weather and the fun that can be had outdoors and on vacation with family and friends, it can also be the most damaging time of the year for the skin. The sun is incredibly dangerous as it pours its rays…
Restylane and Juvederm are two of the most popular dermal fillers that cosmetic surgeons use to fill in deep lines and wrinkles across the face. Both brands have several different types of fillers that are designed to be used in a specific area of the face and are chosen based on the thickness of the…
Everyone can attest to the fact that a dimple that appears when a person smiles certainly makes the individual look much cuter. While some people are born with dimples, others long to have these indentations in their cheeks to make them look younger, happier or more attractive. Now, with a dimple formation surgery, anyone can…
Nearly everyone has heard of the facelift, a cosmetic surgery procedure designed to help individuals look younger. However, they may be surprised to learn that it cannot take care of every aging concern on the face and that other procedures may also be needed to get the best results and to meet the individual’s facial…