Genetics and age can cause sagging in the neck and howling. Lower face and neck lifts are often done at the same time to redefine the jawline and tighten the neck taking years and weight off the face. This patient underwent a lower face (jawline) and neck lift with some filler placed in her cheeks afterward.
Lower lids can suffer from excess fat, dark circles, or sometimes be hollow. Surgery removes or moves the fat and smooths the skin. Several different techniques may be used to help a person appear less tired and more refreshed.
Because of age or genetics, the upper lids can have excess skin over the lashes. Removal of the skin and lifting the lid include different procedures, each matched to the patient for a healthy, rejuvenated look.
Heavy upper lid eye surgery, commonly known as upper blepharoplasty, is a surgical procedure that removes excess skin, fat, and sometimes muscle from the upper eyelids. The primary goal of the surgery is to reduce the appearance of droopy or sagging upper eyelids, which can occur due to aging, genetics, or certain medical conditions.
The eyes often betray our age before other parts of the face. Treating both the upper and lower lids at the same time can return balance to the upper face.
There are several brands of neurotoxin on the market, Botox and Dysport being the most familiar. These treatments can soften lines, especially around the eyes and forehead. With the right application, movement and expression can be maintained.
Hyaluronic acid is a naturally occurring substance in humans. In its purified form (Juvéderm or Restylane) it can be injected just below the skin and act like fat or collagen creating lift and softening creases in the face.
Hyaluronic acid filler is a type of injectable treatment commonly used to enhance facial aesthetics by adding volume, reducing wrinkles, and improving skin texture. Hyaluronic acid is a naturally occurring substance in the body, known for its ability to retain moisture and promote hydration, making it a popular choice for non-surgical facial rejuvenation.
All breast reduction procedures naturally include a lift. Having the breast tissue replaced to the normal position on the chest provides relief to the shoulders, neck and back.
All breast reduction surgery aims to improve symmetry. Most women have a difference of shape and size between the two breasts. Though no two breasts are ever the same, goals of reduction are to improve symmetry.
Breast reduction surgery is not a weight loss surgery. However, many women experience improved exercise tolerance and can often lose weight more easily following their reduction surgery. Recovery is typically around 3 weeks.
Following weight loss, the upper arm skin typically sags significantly. Removal of skin and some fat can tailor the upper arm so that it fits better in clothing and reduces chafing along the chest.
Brachioplasty, commonly known as an arm lift, is a surgical procedure designed to reshape and improve the contour of the upper arms. This treatment specifically targets sagging skin and excess fat that can accumulate between the underarm region and elbow due to factors like significant weight loss, aging or genetics. The goal of brachioplasty is not only aesthetic improvement but also functional enhancement by reducing discomfort during physical activities caused by excessive skin.
