Lights, camera, action—it’s officially that time of year! With the holiday season just behind us, it’s now time for members of Hollywood to get into tip-top shape and achieve a healthy facial glow that most people think is unattainable. However, as a facial plastic surgeon trained in Beverly Hills, I perform the very same treatments Continue Reading >>
How To Achieve Ideal Feminine Cheeks
As one of the largest areas on a person’s face, your cheeks can draw a lot of attention. When a woman feels as if her cheeks are not feminine enough, it’s often because of a loss of volume that occurs over time. As we age, the loss of volume in our cheeks results in an Continue Reading >>
The Three S’s of Wrinkle Causing Habits
Even when we’re young, we’re told by our parents about the importance of getting enough sleep and always wearing sunscreen to keep our appearance looking fresh and healthy. However, as we age, it’s extremely common to partake in everyday activities that we wouldn’t think twice about—even though they could be hurrying the aging process for Continue Reading >>
The Best Reasons To Seek A Facelift
Though each patient is unique and presents different reasons for seeking the help of an experienced facial cosmetic surgeon, as a facelift expert in Charlotte, I’ve recently noticed a trend in five of the most commonly expressed reasons for undergoing a facelift. When a patient comes in for their initial consultation and requests more information Continue Reading >>
Getting Ahead Of The Aging Process
When we’re young, we never imagine that an aging face will ever become our reality. Alas, into our mid twenties and thirties, signs of the inevitable process start to begin. As a facial plastic surgeon in Charlotte who specializes in facial rejuvenation techniques and minimally invasive methods, I’d like to inform my patients about the Continue Reading >>
Plastic Surgery: Not Just For Women
If you looked at a typical bathroom counter of a man and woman, you would see differences between the two areas. Men typically have a toothbrush, razor, cologne, and possibly some eye care products. Women may have a combination of hair dryers, straighteners, blush, foundation, eyeliner, facial creams, facial masks, etc. It’s no secret that Continue Reading >>
The Best Cosmetic Treatments For The Holidays
It’s hard to believe that 2012 is almost over, which means the holiday season is just around the corner. At Carolina Facial Plastics, I want my patients to know that there is still time to get a fantastic and youthful glow before having to attend holiday parties and family festivities. With the help of facial fillers Continue Reading >>
Youth is Fleeting; Smooth Skin Doesn’t Have to Be
The aging process takes its toll on the body in many ways. The skin is perhaps one of the most visible reminders that youth can’t last forever. Over time, your body starts to lose its ability to produce collagen and the elastic fibers that once kept your skin looking firm and smooth. Wrinkles set in Continue Reading >>
What Are in the Facial Fillers that I Use at My Facial Cosmetic Surgery Practice in Charlotte?
As a Charlotte cosmetic surgeon, I use facial fillers to replace lost volume and reshape the face to a more youthful proportion. Whenever I am performing a procedure, I want my patients to be well informed about the facial fillers that I use. I commonly receive questions regarding the composition of fillers. Generally, there are Continue Reading >>
Uses for Facial Fillers Continue to Expand
Facial fillers, such as Perlane, Restylane, or Juvéderm have many uses to improve facial aesthetics. The standard uses that are commonly used are: – Filling in the tear trough (eye bags) – Improving smile lines – Helping to define the cheekbones – Creating a stronger chin In addition, there is one tell-tale sign of aging Continue Reading >>