If you notice your jaw and chin losing definition and your facial skin starting to sag, you might consider a facelift to improve these issues. When your face consistently looks drawn, saggy, and tired, your self-esteem can falter, making you uncomfortable in social situations. A facelift improves these issues, and unlike some nonsurgical rejuvenation procedures, …
Before undergoing a facelift procedure, you may be curious about how to manage your pain post-op. Although most people describe feeling only mild to moderate pain after a facelift, you can expect your face to feel tight, bruised, and tender for several days. Below you will find tips to help reduce your pain after surgery, …
You’ve got facelift questions, I’ve got answers. As a facial plastic surgeon and facelift specialist in Scottsdale, AZ, I know people often have lots of questions about the surgery, what it involves, and what to expect. That’s why in this blog post, I’m answering some of the most-Googled questions about all things facelifts. Chances are …
You've waited years to get that facelift (or brow lift, or eyelid surgery), so the last thing you want to hear when you call to schedule your surgery is "The doctor's next surgery date is in [ ] months." It can be tempting to hang up and schedule with another surgeon, one who has openings next week. But there's …
Fuller, firmer, more lifted cheeks are one of the most sought-after features in the world of facial plastic surgery. People from Phoenix, Chandler, and across Arizona visit my Scottsdale practice in search of plumper cheeks that reflect the youthfulness they feel inside. Fortunately, more options exist than ever for achieving spectacular results, including treatments that …
A facelift tightens loose, saggy skin and takes years off a patient’s appearance. However, like any other surgery, there are risks and rewards associated with an elective procedure. Many patients want to know how potentially dangerous a facelift procedure can be. Damaging delicate facial tissues or nerves below the tissue can pose health and cosmetic …
Choosing a facelift surgeon is both exciting and a bit nerve-wracking. Many patients consult with at least 2 or 3 plastic surgeons before making a choice, and the decision is as important as choosing to get plastic surgery in the first place. Now that you've selected a facial plastic surgeon in the Phoenix-Scottsdale area, it's …
Patients often plan to get a facelift in the Phoenix area when a big social event, such as a son or daughter's wedding or a class reunion, is coming up. We always advise patients to plan ahead because social recovery can last longer than the physical recovery timeline. Social recovery is the time needed to …
Think of facial rejuvenation as a home remodel. Installing granite countertops or custom wood cabinets can make the appliances look dated. Until they're replaced, you probably won't be completely satisfied with the overall results. For example, a patient thinking about eyelid surgery (blepharoplasty) at my Scottsdale, AZ, practice can also benefit from a brow lift …
The decision to have a facelift can be life changing. As a double board-certified facial plastic surgeon in Scottsdale, AZ, I have spent several years crafting my surgical technique so that my patients can enjoy natural-looking results. Yet no matter how subtle or significant the final results, plastic surgery can still carry a stigma. The …