The first area of the face to show the signs of aging is usually around the jaw, under the chin, and the neckline. Thinning skin, years of sun exposure, and especially gravity combine to make us look older than we feel. You may be asking yourself: how can I turn back the signs of time in my jaw and neckline?
Using medical grade skincare, applying sunscreen daily, and maintaining a healthy diet and exercise plan can help delay the inevitable signs of aging. But these preventions only go so far. If you are satisfied with the overall shape of your face, […]
Combined Technology in Breast Reconstruction: Improving Outcomes and Avoiding Complications
Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon, Dr. Troy Pittman discusses the use of SPY Elite Imaging and Hyperbaric Oxygen to avoid complications in Breast Reconstruction. Learn more about about Combined Technology in Breast Reconstruction by reading Dr. Pittman’s blog “Combined Technology improve Breast Reconstruction Outcomes in Breast Cancer Patients”
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Women LOVE their earrings! I see women all the time wearing elaborate earrings and I can’t help but notice sometimes how much it weighs down the earlobes. The pull of gravity over the years of wearing trendy statement earrings can stretch out earlobes, making them look old and deflated. For some of my patients, women miss wearing the earrings they’ve purchased or received as mementos or gifts because they have become self-conscious of their saggy, long earlobes. The main issue is that the skin envelope loses volume over time(like everything else around our face). This is unfortunately compounded by the […]
On October 23, 2019, the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) published a draft of their recommendations to improve patient communication regarding breast implants. Like most plastic surgeons who do a large volume of plastic surgery on the breast, my office was immediately inundated with phone calls from anxious patients who have undergone breast augmentation or breast reconstruction with implants. Does the FDA now know something about the safety of implants that they had not previously shared? Is there a NEW risk associated with breast implants? Is there now data that show breast implants, which are the most studied device in the history of […]
The nose is an important facial feature that influences one’s overall self-confidence. When a person is unhappy with the shape of their nose, they often get rhinoplasty surgery.
Unfortunately, in some cases, plastic surgeons make mistakes that crease poor rhinoplasty results. If you have experienced a negative outcome from rhinoplasty surgery, you may be interested in corrective revision rhinoplasty from Dr. Somenek. Revision rhinoplasty corrects problems that stem from a previous rhinoplasty procedure.
Why Would Rhinoplasty Create Problems?
Rhinoplasty is one of the most delicate plastic-surgery procedures. The human nose is composed of minute cartilages and bones that are highly sensitive. Its structural integrity is […]
As we age, our skin loses elasticity. This combined with the unwanted effects of gravity causes the skin to droop. As a result, sections of excess loose skin hang and collect near the upper eyelashes and create wrinkles on the eyelids. This not only makes us look older but also gets in the way of our vision.
This is why most people opt for blepharoplasty surgery to look younger and gain back the unobstructed vision they had earlier. Blepharoplasty involves lifting the eyelids by removing excess skin, muscle, and/or fat around the eyes.
Cosmetic Blepharoplasty
Cosmetic blepharoplasty is not medically needed but is done for […]
Your breasts can start to droop due to age, gravity, weight loss, pregnancy and breastfeeding, hereditary causes, and other factors. Sagging can ruin the attractive appearance of the breasts and can make you lose your self-confidence and self-esteem. Excessive sagging can also become physically uncomfortable.
close-up of breasts in a bra
What Is a Mastopexy?
A breast-lift surgery, also known as a mastopexy, is a type of surgery that lifts the breasts and improves their positioning by removing excess sagging skin.
A breast lift can help reshape the breasts and provide them with more appealing contours. By tightening the surrounding tissues, a breast lift […]
A facelift is one of the best ways to get your youth back. It can help you say goodbye to all those lines and wrinkles that have been haunting you, leaving you with taut and beautiful skin.
While traditional facelift surgery provides permanent results, it’s also a major commitment when it comes to healing. It’s important to know what to expect on your path to recovery after undergoing a facelift surgery. If you follow post-surgical care directions as closely as possible, your recovery period can be shorter and more comfortable.
Be Prepared
First and foremost, you need to be prepared mentally and physically for your […]
Are you experiencing any issues from the implants you received in your initial breast augmentation surgery? Whether you suffer from discomfort or the placement doesn’t seem to fit your desired look once everything has healed, you don’t have to live the rest of your life with breast implants that didn’t go well the first time.
Thankfully, there’s breast revision surgery. This procedure was specifically designed to help women who aren’t happy with the results from their initial surgery. A breast revision can help fix the problems you’re facing from your first go at the breast augmentation surgery and help improve your […]
Your eyes are the most significant feature of your face. They reflect your personality and your mood. The first signs of aging are visible around your eyes, and they appear in the form of sagging, fine lines, and puffy bags. These create an overall appearance of fatigue.
As you grow older, your skin gradually loses its elasticity. The reduction in flexibility combined with the constant downward pull of gravity causes the skin to collect excessively on your upper and lower eyelids. This excess skin can cause wrinkles and can hang over your eyelashes, hampering your vision.
These issues can be corrected by […]
