Several factors contribute to the lifespan of your neuromodulators and dermal fillers. Your metabolism, as well as the type of injectable, amount of product, and the specific treatment areas, may all influence the rate at which your injectables wear off. While everyone will process proteins differently, and you can’t control your body’s rate of absorbing Continue Reading >>
Chin Up: Discover Your Ideal Chin Augmentation Procedure
The chin is one of the most defining features of the face. It not only adds definition to the jawline, but it balances facial symmetry. In fact, balance is commonly viewed as one of the fundamental components of beauty, meaning a chin augmentation can dramatically enhance your appearance. At Carolina Facial Plastics in Charlotte, we Continue Reading >>
Implants VS. Fillers: What’s the Best Option for Your Face?
Plump cheeks and a well-defined chin not only create attractive facial proportions, but they also resonate with health, youth, and vitality. It’s also relatively easy to achieve these enhanced facial features through the use of dermal fillers and implants. While both cosmetic procedures can give you the aesthetic changes you desire, there are differences as Continue Reading >>
What are the Differences Between Botox and Dysport?
Botox and Dysport have become very popular over the past few years. Between advertising, reality TV, and the explosion of anti-aging treatments, there are very few people that have not heard of these two popular products. It feels like everyone is getting these treatments (including me!). These products have many uses in the medical field Continue Reading >>
Liquid Facelift for Facial Rejuvenation
For some people who are unhappy with the signs of aging appearing on their face, a surgical facelift may not be an option, or the best option. While the surgical facelift can significantly improve skin laxity, remove excess fat, and tighten loose muscles, patients may not be a surgical candidate or may be unwilling to Continue Reading >>
Facelift Without Surgery?
Many people look in the mirror and wish there was something they could do to turn back the clock and rejuvenate their face. We all know about the surgical facelift, but many people are hesitant to undergo surgery, especially if they are experiencing the early changes of aging. As a Charlotte facial plastic surgeon, I Continue Reading >>
Time for an Eyelift?
Our eyes can make us look vibrant, alert, and youthful. Unfortunately, the eyes are one of the first areas that begin to show signs of aging. The eyes are a central feature in expressing our non-verbal communication. If the eyes appear sad or tired, people may infer that you feel that way even if you Continue Reading >>
The Future of Injectables
As we continue to learn the science and fundamentals responsible for the aging process, we can offer more efficacious treatment plans. One aspect that we continue to research is the facial volumetric shifts as we age. Generally speaking, we lose fat and bone in our face as we age. Injectables that add volume to the Continue Reading >>
Easy Tips For Stopping Lip Lines
The skin on our lips is very thin and constantly exposed to the elements. As a result, our lips age very quickly. The key to keeping your lips looking young is prevention. Today I have a few tips for preventing lip lines, as well as treating them once they occur. Exfoliate Your Lips Just as Continue Reading >>
How to Get Rid of Droopy Brows
Droopy brows are a common concern for our patients seeking to improve the appearance of their eyes at Carolina Facial Plastics. During the aging process we lose collagen, facial fat, and the elastic component of our skin. These factors can cause our eyebrows to droop and increase the redundancy of skin above the eyes.This hooded Continue Reading >>