Rhinoplasty: Cost, Pics, Reviews, Q&A

Lip injections or no?

To Plump the Pout or Not to Plump?
May 12, 2016

Thank you for your question and for posting the photo. When it comes to lip augmentation, I really believe this is a personal choice and like almost all cosmetic procedures, you should only address it if it is something that bothers you. That being said, it is normal for the upper lip to be slightly smaller than the lower lip, having a full lower lip is what gives people that beautiful plump pout. In fact, the ratio of the upper lip to the lower lip should be about 1 to 1.618.  If you do …

I am 29 and have saggy skin on my cheeks. What none surgical and the least expensive method can I use

Sagging Skin and textural issues
Apr 27, 2015

Thank you for your question. I’d recommend a consultation with a dermatologist since you’re describing a few different skin issues. A multi-modal approach may be warranted using a combination of micro focused ultrasound (Ultherapy), injectable fillers, and laser treatments (possibly Fraxel Dual).

I am 32 years old and I have sunken cheeks. I want to have bigger cheeks. Juvederm or Restylane?

Best filler for volumizing cheeks
Apr 27, 2015

Thank you for your question. Currently, Juvederm Voluma is the best filler for cheek enhancement as it is a soft gel that has fantastic lifting properties and allows for a very natural result. As always, a personalized consultation with a dermatologist or plastic surgeon is critical to achieving the best results.

Am I a good candidate for fillers?

A good candidate for fillers
Apr 27, 2015

Based on the photos you sent, you would be a great candidate for injectable fillers. The cheeks act like a scaffolding to hold up the rest of the face. Over time, every one starts to lose volume in their cheeks and this is what causes the heaviness of the lower face (commonly known as the jowls) and a deepening of the nasolabial folds. Rather than injecting filler directly into the nasolabial folds, a more natural and effective approach is to restore the volume that has been lost in the…

Would Juvederm used for cheek enhancement act as a barrier and cause puffiness under eye?

Juvederm Voluma
Mar 12, 2015

Juvederm Voluma is an injectable filler designed for
treatment of the cheeks and mid face. Any injectable filler can have some
temporary post-procedural swelling around the treatment area, but this is
not because the filler acts as a barrier, rather this is because the
hyaluronic acid that makes up the filler tends to attract water. Most
often, this swelling is temporary and is not severe. Persistent swelling
should be evaluated by an experienced and skilled…

What’s the best way to treat minor acne scars?

Treatment options for acne scars and choosing the best approach
Mar 12, 2015

There are multiple treatment options for acne scars and choosing the
best approach really depends on your specific type of scarring. Chemical peels
and microdermabrasion can be helpful for more superficial scars, however for
deeper scars using laser resurfacing, sublative radio frequency devices, or
micro needling can be more effective in stimulating collagen production and
filling in a depressed scar. Additionally, if the scars are few in number or
small in size, injectable filler can be…

Does juvederm get rid of vertical lines above lips?

The use of injectable fillers
Mar 12, 2015

Injectable fillers are often used to improve and smooth vertical lip
lines. In the hands of a skilled injector, Juvederm can be used to get rid of
vertical lip lines.