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Refresh your appearance with minimal downtime

Botox® and other injectable treatments known as “fillers” work to reduce the appearance of wrinkles and fill in spaces where the face has lost volume. These treatments are popular because they’re a safe, effective, relatively inexpensive and minimally invasive way to combat signs of aging. This means a quicker visit to your dermatologist or surgeon and less downtime after the procedure compared to an option like a facelift. However, it’s important to note that the results are temporary, requiring routine upkeep to maintain the smoothing, rejuvenating effects.

Key Benefits of Botox & Fillers

Reduce the Appearance of Wrinkles
Relax fine lines and wrinkles non-surgically with neuromodulators.
Replace Lost Volume
Enhance and restore lost volume to cheeks and temples and improve jawline with fillers.
Enhance Facial Features
Plump your lips, enhance your chin, or define your nose with strategic filler placement.

Historically, it was believed that hyaluronic acid fillers—known as HA fillers—lasted for a short period, typically less than one year. However, recent studies and clinical experiences have demonstrated that these fillers can persist for many years. This means that repeat injections may not be necessary and could potentially lead to undesirable aesthetic outcomes, like an “overfilled” appearance. Be careful only to repeat them when they’re really needed.

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Rejuvenate your upper face

The eyes and surrounding areas, particularly the eyebrows, are perhaps the most salient features of the face. The ideal shape and position for your brows can depend on gender, ethnicity, and how the area complements your other facial features. The aging process can cause drooping and volume deflation of the brows, which impacts not only the appearance of the eyes but the rest of the upper face. If these are not feeling optimal, there are several surgical approaches to improving the brows’ position.

Key Benefits of A Brow Lift

Restore Youthful Appearance
Elevate your brows for a revitalized, youthful look around the eyes.
Enhance Your Self-Confidence
Achieve a refined enhancement that profoundly boosts your confidence and satisfaction with your appearance.
Correct Uneven Brows
Even out asymmetrical brows to achieve a more balanced and harmonious facial appearance, enhancing your overall look and natural beauty.

A brow lift can do much to refresh the look of your face, but there can be misconceptions about what this procedure will accomplish. A brow lift will not improve the wrinkles associated with the crow’s feet, forehead lines, or “eleven” lines in between the eyebrows. These wrinkles are caused by overactive muscles, which are best treated with Botox® or other neuromodulators.

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Let your eyes shine

The eyes are perhaps the most salient facial feature we have and one of the most common areas of concern during the aging process. An eyelid lift, also referred to as a blepharoplasty, is a procedure aimed at rejuvenating the appearance and functionality of the eyelids, correcting issues like laxness and hooding of upper eyelid skin and bags underneath the eyes.

Key Benefits

Correct Saggy Upper Eyelids
Refresh and reveal your eyes to restore a more youthful look.
Remove Undereye Bags
Brighten your eyes, looking more alert and well-rested.
Improve Vision
Remove excess skin on upper eyelids that partially blocks peripheral vision.

As you discuss the procedure with a provider, be sure to share any prior history of using substances like Botox® or fillers around the eyes. Some surgeons will choose to dissolve fillers, especially in the undereye region, prior to performing lower blepharoplasty. Botox® and other toxins injected within four months of your upper blepharoplasty can affect the position of your eyebrows, which in turn may influence the amount of skin your surgeon decides to modify.

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Refresh your eyelid lift
A blepharoplasty, commonly known as an eyelid lift or eye lift, is a surgery that has a rejuvenating effect on the eyes. An eyelid revision, or revision blepharoplasty, is typically performed as a follow-up procedure, to refresh the effect for individuals who have successfully undergone previous cosmetic eyelid surgery, or to correct issues that arose from a prior blepharoplasty.

Key Benefits of Eyelid Revision

Appear More Refreshed and Youthful
Renew the results of a prior eyelid surgery, accounting for changes that have occurred over time.
Correct Prior Aesthetic Issues
Address concerns from a prior surgery such as eyelid asymmetry and over or under-removal of fat, tissue or skin.
Address Functional Concerns
Address functional issues from previous surgeries, such as lower eyelid problems or difficulty closing your eyes.

Complex revision blepharoplasty needs to be performed by a “super-expert” who performs these surgeries routinely. Be sure to ask your surgeon about their experience and carefully review their before-and-after galleries to make sure your goals align with their artistic vision.

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Smooth out fine lines.

Fine lines typically form due to genetic, environmental, and lifestyle influences. They are very common, forming as collagen and elastin fibers in the skin weaken over time, resulting in decreased skin elasticity and moisture retention. In addition to the natural aging process and inherent disposition, excessive sun exposure, stress, smoking, and poor nutrition can accelerate the development of fine lines. A range of effective treatment options can minimize their appearance, including injectables, facials, peels and laser therapy, as well as over-the-counter and prescription topical skincare products.

Key Benefits of Fine Lines Treatment

Rejuvenate Your Complexion
Reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, including crow’s feet, for a more youthful look.
Boost Your Confidence
Combat signs of aging that can lead to emotional distress and lower self-esteem.
Look Refreshed Without a Long Recovery
Harness powerful approaches that can be completed as “lunchtime” procedures, requiring little if any downtime.

The single most important thing you can do to prevent the formation of fine lines is to avoid excessive sun exposure and use appropriate, high-SPF sunscreens, even when it is cloudy or cold outside.

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Recapture a more youthful look and feel.

“Menopause Makeover” is a catch-all term for a procedure or set of procedures that target areas of the body that change during the time of life when women undergo menopause, typically in their 40s or 50s.

Menopause significantly impacts the entire body composition such as an increase in abdominal fat and a decrease in muscle mass, as well as skin changes like thinning and decreased elasticity. The hormonal changes triggered by this natural process cause collagen loss, softening of cartilage, and weakening of bones, leading to issues such as drooping brows, lax eyelids, a less defined jawline, and deep-set wrinkles. Body shape may also change, particularly in areas such as the breasts and abdomen.

A range of procedures may be part of a treatment plan for issues related to facial appearance, including blepharoplasty (eyelid lift), chin implant, rhinoplasty (nose job), facelift, and neck lift. Procedures that address areas beyond the face include a breast lift, tummy tuck, or liposuction.

Key Benefits of Menopause Makeover

Rejuvenate your facial appearance
Combats effects of hormonal changes that can lead to drooping or sagging skin in the face and neck.
Optimize your body contours
Revitalize areas of the body, such as the breasts or abdomen, that have lost shape and definition.
Boost your self-confidence
Increase your self-esteem following a significant stage in life.

During your consultation, ask about non-surgical options for rejuvenating your facial appearance. Though these are more temporary solutions, skin tightening treatments, skin resurfacing treatments and Botox® (as well as other injectables) can provide improvements, especially when the effects of aging are less pronounced.

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Improve your vision and appearance.

Eyelid ptosis (pronounced “toe-sis”) is a condition in which the upper eyelid droops over the eye. This can be due to muscle weakness, nerve damage, an inadvertent side effect of botulinum toxin injections or other underlying causes. Also known as “droopy eyelids,” this condition can affect one or both eyes and negatively impact one’s vision and appearance.

Eyelid ptosis will resolve in cases where it has been caused as a side effect of botulinum toxin, typically within a few weeks or months. Surgical treatment must be considered for individuals who are born with ptosis or who developed it during the aging process or as a result of a medical condition. Ptosis repair can significantly improve your field of vision, eyelid symmetry and overall quality of life. It can also enhance your appearance by lifting drooping eyelids, resulting in a more youthful and alert look.

Key Benefits of Ptosis Repair

Expand Your Field of Vision
Correct drooping eyelids that can hamper your ability to see, making it difficult to perform daily tasks.
Improve the Appearance of Your Eyes
Achieve a more youthful and alert appearance.
Enjoy More Comfort and Self-Esteem
Counter symptoms of ptosis that can cause physical and emotional distress.

There are some interventions that can temporarily help relieve eyelid ptosis without surgery. Upneeq® (oxymetazoline hydrochloride) is a prescription eye drop used to treat the condition by stimulating the Müller’s muscle in the eyelid, leading to temporary eyelid elevation. It shows effectiveness within minutes of application and lasts for several hours.

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Get your glow back

Skin resurfacing and smoothing treatments encompass a range of non-surgical procedures that are designed to enhance the appearance of your skin. These treatments target a range of concerns, including fine lines and wrinkles, tone and texture, age spots and scars, pigmentation issues, and lack of elasticity in the skin. The common thread is helping you achieve a refreshed and revitalized look.

Key Benefits of Skin Resurfacing & Smoothing Treatments

Rejuvenate Your Skin
Remove old skin and promote new growth for a younger, more refreshed appearance.
Reduce Hyperpigmentation and Target Discoloration
Address discoloration and age spots to reveal more even skin tone.
Improve Uneven Skin Texture
Reduce the appearance of fine lines, scars, and enhance overall skin texture.

With any aesthetic treatment, it’s always best to be specific when describing your goals, such as “I want to reduce wrinkles around my eyes”, “Smooth my skin texture”, “Even out my skin tone”, or “Improve my scarring or dark spots.” This can help tailor the treatment plan and make sure you walk away satisfied. That said, if you’re not sure exactly what you want and are open to guidance, general statements like “I want to look younger” are perfectly fine.

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Gently rejuvenate your face

Skin tightening treatments refer to a range of procedures that aim to firm, lift and rejuvenate the face without surgery. They’re a popular option for those who want to enhance their appearance and address signs of aging but prefer a non-invasive approach. The results won’t be as dramatic as they would with a facelift, but these gentler procedures can be effective for Improving the skin tone and dealing with mild skin laxity, especially in areas such as the lower face and neck.

Key Benefits of Skin Tightening Treatments

Tighten Skin Without Surgery
Improve mild to moderate skin laxity on the face, neck, or body without surgery or scars.
Look Refreshed with Minimal Downtime
Non-invasive treatments provide a “lifting” effect and can reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.
Improve Skin Texture and Tone
Stimulate collagen and elastin to restore a firmer, smoother, and more youthful appearance.

The results of non-invasive skin tightening treatments are never as dramatic or long-lasting as surgical facelifts, but many people find them to be a good alternative in part because of the minimal downtime. Recovery from these procedures is usually minimal and has little impact on your schedule, unlike surgical procedures that may require prolonged downtime.

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