There are several different ways that an earlobe can become damaged, and in many cases, it’s a problem that people are born with. Some people sustain earlobe damage from piercings or traumatic injuries, and to regain a normal appearance, the best bet is usually earlobe repair.
What Can Be Corrected with Earlobe Repair Surgery?
Various hereditary issues can cause elongated lobes, and these abnormalities can be fixed with surgery. Earlobe repair is also useful for fixing stretched and torn earlobes. When your earlobes don’t look right, your self-esteem can take a major hit, and you might become extremely self-conscious about your appearance. Earlobe surgery is commonly used to correct a bifid earlobe, which is a deformation that occurs at birth.
Common Ear Malformations
Newborns can suffer from a variety of birth defects, and these malformations occur while the baby is still inside of the uterus. In some cases, the problem is corrected at birth, but some parents decide to have the issue fixed later in the child’s life. If left untreated, ear malformations can result in cosmetic issues, hearing loss and developmental delays.
A malformed earlobe can even cause problems with nearby nerves, bones, muscles and cartilage. Experts don’t fully understand the causes of earlobe malformations, but it’s believed that they might be caused by a poor blood supply, viral infections, genetic mutations or exposure to certain toxins.
Why Choose Earlobe Repair?
Earlobe repair surgery can repair bifid, stretched or torn earlobes, and some of these problems are caused by heavy earrings. When it comes to plastic surgery, earlobe repair is quite simple, and it’s not nearly as complicated as some other types of surgery.
A torn earlobe can be painful, and it’s not something that is pleasant to look at. Since earlobes are made of soft tissue and fat, they have a pliable, soft structure. Heavy earrings can cause your earlobes to stretch, and over time, the stretching may require repairs.
What to Expect
Earlobe repair surgery is usually performed under local anesthesia. Before the procedure, you’ll be able to discuss the repair options for your earlobe, and the techniques used will depend on your unique anatomy.
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Earlobe repair is a popular procedure for bifid earlobes, but it’s also useful for correcting tears and lacerations. If you’re looking for a way to restore your earlobe’s normal appearance, consider undergoing earlobe repair at in . Contact us today to schedule a consultation!
As we get older, we begin to experience wrinkles all over our face. Genetics, environmental factors, as well as other things will determine how quickly we get wrinkles and where these wrinkles will occur on our face. No matter what, very few of us are happy when we have wrinkles on our face. We want to take steps to look as young and happy as we can for as long as we can.
If you would like to improve your forehead creases, a brow lift may be right for you. This is a surgical procedure that removes excess skin on the forehead and alters the underlying muscles. When there is no longer sagging skin on the forehand, the area is left smooth. You can still make normal facial expressions, but you will no longer have that hanging skin on your brow.
Many individuals who have had a brow lift have commented on the fact that others have a much better reaction to them. In the past, they may have heard people always mention the fact that they looked like they were upset, grumpy or angry. Unfortunately, when a person has forehead creases, this is the idea that they project to others. After a person gets a brow lift, people make positive comments about their appearance. They say they look rested, younger and happy.
It is interesting how having a youthful and fresh-looking appearance affects your self-esteem. When you look in the mirror and you see a smooth forehead and a face that is free of wrinkles, you have more self-confidence. You feel like trying new things and meeting new people. In addition to making you look better, a brow lift can make you feel better.
A brow lift is a surgical procedure. This means that you will have to come in and meet with us for a consultation so that we can decide if it is right for you. We want to be sure that you are in good health and will have as few complications as possible during and after the procedure.
If you have been looking for an effective way to improve your forehead creases and look younger, make an appointment at in . Our team of professionals wants to help you achieve your aesthetic goals, and a brow lift may be just what is required to do it.
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Sagging skin around the eyes can cause more than one problem. The most obvious one is with appearance. If you have sagging skin in this area, it can make you look older than you really are. Another problem that can be caused by sagging skin is a decrease in visibility. This happens when the skin sags enough that it actually covers part of the eye.
Eyelid surgery is a method that has been in use for quite some time to tighten this loose skin. It can be done on both the upper and lower eyelids. When it is done on the upper eyelids, the excess skin that is causing the sagging can be removed. Surgery on the lower eyelids will likely involve the removal of some skin as well. The exact details of each procedure vary from patient to patient, since each individual and situation is unique.
This type of surgery is also known as blepharoplasty. Sometimes, the procedure is done along with other treatments and/or procedures that will target fine lines and wrinkles.
Both wrinkles and sagging eyelids are common parts of the aging process. With age comes loose skin. When the skin becomes loose, it wrinkles or sags. The pull of gravity can pull the upper eyelids down to where they cover part of the eyeball. It will also pull the lower eyelids away from the eyeball. This is complicated by the fact that the muscles become weaker with age, making it more difficult for them to hold the eyelids in place.
Another thing that can happen with age is fat deposits moving into the eyelids. This happens when membranes that hold these fat pockets in place become weaker. This allows the fat that was formerly in place as a cushion between the eye and the skull to move into the eyelid. The excess fat in the eyelids is frequently removed with eyelid surgery as well.
Eyelid surgery is a safe and effective way to rejuvenate your appearance. If you have sagging skin around your eyes, make an appointment at to see if eyelid surgery is right for you. Dr. Smith and his team of professionals would be happy to address whatever questions or concerns you may have as they determine if you are a good candidate for this procedure.
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If you are not happy with your lips, there isn’t much that you can do on your own. You can experiment with different cosmetics to create the illusion of fuller lips. However, you will not be able to enhance them without some help. Whether your lips have always been less than you have wanted or they have become thinner due to the aging process, lip augmentation can make a world of difference for you. You can have that plump, full pout that you have always wanted when you consider this procedure.
If you want to pump up the volume in your lips, you have choices. You can opt for the simplest solution by having fillers injected into your lips to give them more fullness. The results will be temporary, but they are long-lasting, depending on the filler used. When you are looking for a more permanent solution, fat transfer allows our plastic surgeon to harvest fat from your body, purify it and inject it into your lips. You can trust that your results will last when you choose this method of lip augmentation.
This procedure can help you to boost your confidence. You can have the facial feature that you have always wanted when you pucker up or smile. You will be happy to take pictures or be a part of social gatherings when you are pleased with the results of your procedure. Open the door to more professional opportunities when you enhance your lips through lip augmentation.
Lip augmentation could be the answer for you if you feel like your lips are disappearing. If you never had lips that make you happy, you can always turn to our experienced plastic surgeon to give your lips a boost.
If your lips are not living up to your expectations, lip augmentation can be the solution. Make an appointment at to go over your options. During this consultation at our office in , you will be carefully evaluated and our surgeon will make sure that the procedure is safe for you. You can decide if you are ready for something permanent or if you would like to try something more temporary.
The team at in wants to help you achieve your aesthetic goals. Achieving fuller, more sensual lips may be a whole lot simpler than you once thought. Contact us today to schedule a consultation for lip augmentation!
Your face is your calling card to the world, the first thing people notice about you. You want it to look its best. You can use great skin care products and cosmetics to enhance your appearance, but you can’t change the structure of your face. If you are lacking volume in certain areas of your face due to aging or you would like to give your face more definition, there is nothing that you can do on your own to solve your problem. However, you can put yourself in the hands of our talented plastic surgeon and benefit from a fat transfer.
What is the Story Behind Fat Transfers?
A fat transfer is a popular procedure that more and more people are using in order to sculpt their bodies, giving them more volume when they are lacking fullness. The main goal is to use fat from one part of your body where there is an excess. Once the fat is removed, it must be purified. After purification is complete, the fat can be injected into the area(s) of concern. If you have some unwanted fat somewhere on your body, it can be put to good use when you transfer some of it to your face.
How Can a Fat Transfer Procedure be Used to Sculpt Your Face?
Once fat has been removed and purified, our plastic surgeon will choose key areas where your face can be sculpted to your liking. If you want more definition, fat can be transferred to certain areas of your face, changing the shape without inserting implants. If hollows have developed anywhere in your face, your fat can transform your appearance. A fat transfer can smooth away those troubling wrinkles that are making you look older than you are. You can even have fat transferred to your lips to make them plumper, if you would like. Your procedure will be customized to give you the results that you want to see.
Why Choose a Fat Transfer?
When you opt for a fat transfer, you will be turning to a natural solution. You won’t be injecting anything artificial into your body. You can also be spared the more involved procedure of having implants inserted into your face. Use what you have and make the most of it to sculpt your facial features.
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To learn more about a fat transfer and how it could help you to accentuate your facial features, make an appointment at in . Learn more about the procedure and find out if it is the best choice for you. Contact us today to schedule a consultation!
A rhinoplasty procedure, more commonly called a nose job, offers you the ability to change the look and shape of your nose. It’s one of the most common surgical procedures in the United States, but not everyone requests it because they want to look better. There are several practical considerations for requesting rhinoplasty that have nothing to do with aesthetics, which is why this procedure is lauded for both its aesthetic appeal and practical applications equally.
Repair Traumatic Injury
When a nose is broken in a car accident, fight or sports mishap, it must be set to heal properly. When this is not done, the nose can heal crooked. Not only can this be unattractive, but it can also make hygiene painful. Just blowing the nose or rubbing it gently while washing can make the poorly set area ache. Even pushing the nose against the pillow inadvertently while sleeping can bring a jolt of discomfort. When the break is set properly with a rhinoplasty procedure, the aesthetics will be improved and the discomfort can be cured or greatly reduced. For those with tender noses due to a poorly healed break, being freed of the discomfort enhances quality of life considerably.
Enhance Nose Breathing for Active Lifestyles
Whether you run marathons or 5k fun-runs, swim in the pool at the gym or in the ocean, being able to breathe in and out through your nose properly is crucial in nearly all physical activities. In some sports, such as football, hockey or basketball, playing without a mouth guard or with your mouth open is dangerous. Mouth-breathing during contact sports leaves your jaw and teeth at risk of injury. If you cannot breathe in and out properly through your nose and lead an active lifestyle, rhinoplasty can solve the issue and open the airways. Not only does this make your activities more enjoyable and safe, but you’ll also likely find that your breath control gets better over time.
Better Overall Appearance
Rhinoplasty is not simply about aesthetics; there are other reasons that deal with quality of life that make this procedure appealing to a wide variety of people. Of course, it is still a great procedure if you simply are unhappy with the look of your nose. If you have a hump on the bridge of your nose, for example, this can be corrected with a rhinoplasty procedure.
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If you are experiencing any of the above issues and are wondering if there is any way to correct it, make an appointment at in . Dr. Smith and his team would be happy to meet you, assess your needs and advise you of all your options. Contact us today to schedule a consultation for rhinoplasty!
Dealing with pockets of fat under your chin can be frustrating. It may even make you want to hide. Unfortunately, this is one of the areas where it is difficult to lose fat. You may have gone on a strict diet and done tons of exercises, but the fat under your chin would just not budge. There are no exercises that you can do that will specifically affect that area under your chin.
One option that many have used or considered in order to get rid of their double chin is liposuction. This is a surgical procedure that is used to remove unwanted body fat. No matter how much good liposuction has done, there are always risks that a person has to consider. Since it is a surgical procedure, a person will likely have some scarring under their chin, or a person may be left with uneven results or even an infection.
If you want to say goodbye to your double chin without undergoing surgery, Kybella® may be right for you. This is an injectable product that can allow you to eliminate your double chin for good. The solution that is injected under the chin contains substances that get rid of fat cells. Some of the substances that are contained in this product occur naturally in the body. This means that you are not likely to have a bad reaction to the product.
The vast majority of individuals who have used Kybella® love the simplicity and convenience of it. There is very little that a person needs to do in order to prepare for the procedure. After the initial consultation at our office, a person will come in for their first session of treatments. Injections will be given, and then a person can get back to their everyday life. Over time, the fat under their chin is going to slowly disappear as it is eliminated naturally through the body.
The best way to see if Kybella® is right for you is to schedule a consultation at . This non-surgical treatment has the potential to eliminate your double chin forever. During a consultation at our office in , you can learn more about the product, how it works and what kind of results you can expect. Eliminating that unwanted fat under your chin may be a whole lot simpler than you once thought. Contact us today to book an appointment to learn more!
Most newborns have blemishes on their skin that are either seen at the moment of birth or sometime after birth. These blemishes are referred to as birthmarks. A vascular birthmark can vary in color. They range from red to purple. They are caused as a result of irregular blood vessels underneath the skin.
Some people have birthmarks that are pigmented. They are usually brown. This happens when pigmentation cells cluster together in one part of the body. For the most part, birthmarks are not dangerous. Even if they don’t fade, they are typically just a cosmetic issue. However, some birthmarks can turn into open sores and become infected. Other birthmarks can increase a person’s risk of developing glaucoma or have been related to other conditions.
Pulsed dye laser treatment is an effective way to remove some types of birthmarks. The treatment involves using a pulsed dye laser to deliver concentrated beams of light designed to affect the blood vessels in the skin. When the light comes into contact with the skin, it generates heat, which safely destroys the blood vessels. However, the surrounding skin is not damaged. The laser produces a yellow light. This light is exceptionally safe and does not produce long-term skin damage.
This is an outpatient treatment that can be performed in the comfort of our office in . Patients do not need any form of anesthesia because before the machine generates the pulses of laser light, it generates a cold burst to diminish the sensation of discomfort. Patients usually start to see benefits after a series of treatments.
Side effects are minimal with pulsed dye laser treatment. The most common side effect a person experiences after this treatment is bruising. However, it is usually not pronounced and clears up within a few days. There may be some minor pigmentation issues, but these will only last a couple of weeks.
For most people, a birthmark is a minor annoyance that is located on a part of their body they can’t even see. Others, especially those who have birthmarks on their face, arms, or hands, may want to take steps to remove their birthmarks. Fortunately, pulsed dye laser treatment is a safe and effective way to do this.
Make an appointment at in to learn more about how pulsed dye laser treatment can make your birthmark a thing of the past. Contact us today to schedule a consultation!
Although the skin loses much of its natural elasticity as people grow older, most facial lines and wrinkles are largely the result of excess tension in the underlying muscles. BOTOX® is a popular cosmetic treatment that allows people to regain smooth and youthful-looking complexions within mere minutes by temporarily relaxing the muscles that are responsible for facial expressions. This product is capable of producing marked improvements in overall facial aesthetics with absolutely no tissue removal or cutting.
Why BOTOX® is So Popular
In addition to being non-invasive, BOTOX® treatments are fast, simple and do not require any extensive recovery time. Most of these procedures can be completed in just minutes and patients are usually able to immediately resume their normal activities. Best of all, given that BOTOX® only produces temporary changes, there is little risk of attaining long-term alterations in facial aesthetics that patients don’t like.
How BOTOX® Works
Each time that a facial expression is made, the underlying muscles tense and contract. Years of making these motions while laughing, smiling or frowning can result in the first and most superficial signs of aging, which are fine lines around the eyes, moderate creasing around the mouth and wrinkles that span across the brow. During your BOTOX® procedure, our provider will assess the location and depth of your facial wrinkles. BOTOX® will then be injected where it will effectively block nerve signals to the muscles responsible for facial expression. As these muscles invariably relax, the surface skin will smooth out and fine lines and wrinkles will disappear.
Once your injections are complete, you will be free to leave and can immediately return to work or engage in any of your other normal activities. Once the BOTOX® starts to take effect, your facial skin will look noticeably younger and smoother. While many people report seeing positive changes within a matter of hours after their injections, continued improvements can be expected over the next several days. BOTOX® injections can last up to six months, and these treatments can be safely repeated multiple times per year.
How to Know if You’re a Good Candidate
This injectable is most effective for treating mild to moderate facial wrinkling around the mouth and eyes and at the brow. Deep and severe facial creasing, such as deep smile lines, are less responsive to this product.
BOTOX® can help your skin look more relaxed, refreshed, and calm. can provide you with professional skin care and satisfying results. Schedule a consultation today with our practice in for youthful, healthy looking skin.
Once a person is ready to do something about their wrinkles, they usually start looking around at all of the different options that are available on the cosmetic market. One of the first things that a person realizes is that there are different types of wrinkles, and each type of wrinkle requires a different form of cosmetic treatment. For example, BOTOX® is commonly used to treat dynamic wrinkles. Dermal fillers are commonly used to treat static wrinkles. Even though both of these cosmetic tools have been able to produce fantastic results, they are limited. If you are looking for a way to treat your wrinkles and get long-lasting results, Forever Young BBL™ treatments might be right for you.
When you schedule a consultation for treatment, you are going to see that the way this treatment is performed involves using light energy. It is used to treat wrinkles as well as a variety of other skin conditions. The light energy is used to heat the upper layers of your skin. This is done in a very gentle way. Your skin is going to absorb the heat, and then it is going to stimulate collagen growth and the growth of skin cells. When this happens, you are left with skin that is smoother and has fewer wrinkles.
One of the main reasons why individuals choose Forever Young BBL™ is because they are encouraging their skin to look better naturally. This is not a dermal filler, where something is injected into your skin and eventually goes away. It is not BOTOX®, where a solution is injected into your muscles and then eventually fades away. It is used to improve the health of your skin. You are going to experience more collagen growth, and you are going to see healthier skin thanks to this treatment.
You should know that it is a very safe and effective treatment. It uses advanced technology and BroadBand Light technology. For the most part, you will feel comfortable during the procedure, and you will see that large areas can be treated in a relatively short period of time.
Forever Young BBL™ treatments can be used to treat more than just wrinkles and fine lines on your face. Some of the other things that you may wish to address with this treatment include vascular conditions, redness, rosacea, pigmentation discoloration, tone and texture issues, acne and unwanted body hair.
The best way for you to find out if Forever Young BBL™ treatments can work for you is to schedule a consultation at in . We would love to rejuvenate your skin and help you feel great about the way you look. Contact us today to book your appointment!
