Injectable materials have been around for years, but recently hyaluronic acid gels like Restylane® and Juvederm® and more recently Voluma® have taken the place of collagen and silicone injections. Fat injections also have been around for years, but in the advent of the discovery of stem cells contained in fat, the technology in fat harvest and […]
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The abdomen, hips and buttock are all affected by weight loss and the effects of pregnancy. The skin of these areas is designed to stretch to accommodate this extra volume, though if stretched to far permanent damage is incurred which can be visible in the form of stretch marks. These stretch marks are commonly located
When a tummy tuck just doesn’t cut it: Options for buttock and outer thigh contouring. Read More »
The male patient seeking facial rejuvenation is less common and the goals differ to that of the female patient. In general, men request lines in the forehead to be smoothed, excess upper eyelid skin to be removed and bagginess in lower eyelids to be decreased; as well they request their necks to be tightened. This
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Rhinoplasty or “nose job” is a very common operation, though an operation that is becoming less frequently performed by plastic surgeons. Typically plastic surgeons who perform a significant volume of rhinoplasty have additional training in cosmetic or craniofacial surgery. Rhinoplasty is one of the most popular procedures performed in the younger age group and in
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The aging face has multiple components and individual patterns which are directly affected by both genetics and our environment. Typically, our areas of facial aging are genetically programmed and we will likely age in the pattern of our parents. Our environment, which includes sun exposure and tobacco use, can potentiate premature aging and skin damage.
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Breast augmentation and breast enhancement are some of the most common cosmetic procedures performed in the country. Breast implants, both silicone, and saline can be placed over and under the chest muscle through multiple incisions. Breast augmentation appears to be relatively straightforward and in most instances is; though breast implants can lead to long term
Latisse® is a topical medication which is indicated for the treatment of hypotrichosis, or thinning eyelashes. It is applied daily to the upper eyelid lash line with the Latisse® kit applicator in a sparing amount. The medication penetrates into the eyelash hair follicle to prolong the growth phase of the hair cycle. The effects of
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The term “Mommy Makeover” is a layman’s title for the surgical rejuvenation of the abdomen and breasts after a mother has finished child bearing. During pregnancy the abdomen and the breasts both stretch and increase in volume. This can be accentuated with weight gain during this time and can lead to permanent damage to the
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There are multiple options available for lip augmentation in Austin Texas. They include volumetric fillers, such as hyaluronic acid gel like Restylane® or Juvederm® and fat grafting. These products can be selectively injected into different anatomic areas in the lip to achieve different effects. The gel fillers are fine enough and smooth enough, so they can
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Cosmetic eyelid procedures (blepharoplasty) can help improve your self image and address complaints of appearing tired. These surgical and non-surgical procedures can correct hanging upper eyelid skin and lower eyelid bags. Eyelid procedures can be focused on only the upper or lower eyelids individually or combined for total peri-orbital rejuvenation. Eyelid surgery is as well
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