The Surgical Artist's Blog

Are you starting to look older than you feel and beginning to notice some sagging or drooping in your lower face and neck area? Have you tried spa treatments, creams and injections without significant benefits?

The practice of cosmetic surgery has made huge strides over the past decade, allowing surgeons to provide more subtle, aesthetically-pleasing, and elegant results than ever before. However, no matter how advanced the technology or how sophisticated the surgical techniques may become, nothing can replace the artistic eye and skill of a talented cosmetic or facial plastic surgeon. Simply put, not all surgeons are created equal. This is rarely more apparent than in the case of rhinoplasty (commonly known as a “nose job”).

Q: I am having a cosmetic surgery procedure next month. When my best friend had a similar procedure, she had to wear a compression-style type of garment and it didn’t sound very comfortable. I am in good shape and am very healthy. Do I really have to wear one?

Depending on your skin type and the climate where you live, summer skin care can be challenging. High humidity areas may leave some with a healthy glow, while others fight constant breakouts. Drier climates can wreak havoc on those whose skin is already dry. And let’s not forget the constant application of sunscreen! Even the best formulas, designed to reduce the occurrence of pimples, can clog pores in both children and adults. However, not wearing sunscreen is NOT an option. And these are just a few of the ways in which summer skin care can get tricky!

One of the greatest things about today’s cosmetic procedures is that there truly is something for everyone…and every skin tone, condition, age, and budget. While some may think of cosmetic and spa procedures as being outside their price range, the truth is you don’t have to spend thousands of dollars to give yourself a pampering “pick-me-up” that can leave you feeling more beautiful, confident, and refreshed. Keep reading to learn more about beauty solutions at a variety of affordable price points!

If you love the smoothing, plumping, age-defying action of hyaluronic dermal fillers and would like to go longer between injections, you may have just gotten your wish.

Q: Lately I feel like I always look tired, no matter how much rest I get or what I do with my makeup. I have always had deep-set eyes, but now they look more sunken and make me look older overall. Is there anything you can do to help me look less tired?

Last year was a busy one on our blog. Our award-winning surgeons, Dr. Carey Nease, and Dr. Chad Deal, brought our readers articles on all aspects of cosmetic surgery. From breast augmentation to ear reshaping to tummy tucks and more, we answered reader’s questions, cleared up common misconceptions, and shared important information every week. Keep reading for the five most popular posts from our blog last year.

Q: After I turned 40, I started noticing a droopiness to the jaw and lower cheek areas on either side of my chin. I am really unhappy with this area because it makes me look older than my age. Is there anything that can be done about jowls?