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Differences Between Rhinoplasty and Septoplasty: What You Need to Know

Rhinoplasty and septoplasty are both nasal procedures, but there are notable differences between them. To better understand rhinoplasty and septoplasty procedures, let’s take a look at each type of surgery, how it is performed and each treatment’s benefits. What Is a Rhinoplasty? A rhinoplasty, commonly referred to as a nose job, is a popular cosmetic […]

Using Botox for Neck Wrinkles

Botox is a non-surgical procedure used to treat forehead creases, frown lines and other visible signs of aging in the face. It also addresses neck wrinkles that occur for a number of reasons, including: Sun Exposure: The sun’s ultraviolet (UV) rays break down collagen and elastin in the skin over time, resulting in neck lines […]

The Difference Between Open and Closed Rhinoplasty

Open rhinoplasty and closed rhinoplasty are surgical procedures used to correct nasal asymmetry and enhance the nasal proportions. To better understand the two different approaches of open rhinoplasty and closed rhinoplasty, let’s take a closer look at both nose surgery procedures. What Is an Open Rhinoplasty? An open rhinoplasty is used to treat the nasal tip […]

Caring for Your Nose After Nasal Reconstruction Surgery

Nasal reconstruction is an advanced facial procedure that requires extensive aftercare. If a patient fails to take care of the nose properly after nasal reconstruction surgery, infection and other complications may occur. Dr. Babak Azizzadeh of the CENTER for Advanced Facial Plastic Surgery in Los Angeles is a globally recognized facial plastic and reconstructive surgeon. He offers instructions to […]

How to Talk to Your Parents About Getting a Nose Job

You’ve been thinking about getting a nose job for a while. Whether you are a younger teen who needs parental consent or you’re of age but still respect your parents’ opinion and want to keep them informed about your decisions, you’ll want to state your case carefully. You don’t want to feel dismissed (“You don’t need surgery”) or get […]

Does Sun Exposure Affect Your Botox?

Sun exposure ages the skin, but it does not interfere with Botox treatments. Prolonged exposure to the sun’s ultraviolet (UV) rays causes elastin fibers in the skin to break down. When this happens, the skin sags and stretches. The skin also becomes more susceptible to bruising and tearing and requires additional time to heal. Therefore, people should […]

Can a Patient Undergo Multiple Surgeries at Once?

Undergoing multiple plastic surgeries at once is becoming increasingly common. Plastic surgery patients want to achieve fast, effective results. And in some instances, the best way for plastic surgery patients to accomplish these results is undergoing multiple surgeries at the same time. Perhaps it is easy to understand why an individual may consider receiving several […]

Getting a Facelift in Your 40s? What You Need to Know

Individuals considering a facelift at 40 may want to act sooner rather than later to achieve their facial rejuvenation goals. Because the longer an individual waits to undergo facelift surgery, the more likely it becomes that he or she may experience deeper wrinkles, frown lines and other visible signs of aging in the face. At the […]

New Facial Rejuvenation Procedures for 2019

2019 may prove to be the year of the facelift. Whereas 2018 was a big year for non-surgical facelift treatments, many new procedures could help people revitalize their facial appearance in 2019 and beyond. Now, let’s take a look at five procedures that could become exceedingly popular next year. Eyelid Rejuvenation A blepharoplasty, also referred […]

When Is the Best Time to Start Preventative Botox Treatments?

Preventative Botox treatments involve the use of injectable prescriptions to stop facial wrinkles from forming, and they are becoming increasingly popular among Millennials. In fact, the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS) reported a 28% increase from 2010 to 2017 in the number of Botox procedures performed on individuals between the ages of 20 and […]