One of the more common requests patients have now a days is tear trough fillers. While some are candidates for filler in this area, often not many are good candidates.
The tear troughs unfortunately can show aging signs quicker than other areas and are difficult to treat. The anatomy of the eyes is important to understand, along with the aging process and what can be done. There are fat pads around the eyes that provide cushion to the areas. As we age, these fat pads can shrink or shift, which contributes to under eye circles, puffiness, or just looking tired. The […]
Poet E.E. Cummings once wrote, “The voice of your eyes is deeper than all roses.” It’s true. Your eyes are one of the first parts of your face that draws attention to you. What story are your eyes sharing about you with people?
If you’re concerned people are seeing sad, saggy, puffy or droopy skin on your upper eyelids or bags and dark circles under your eyes, treatments exist to tell help you tell a more beautiful story.
In a tale as old as time, as skin ages, it gradually loses its elasticity. The skin around your eyes is the thinnest and […]
Some patients complain about dark circles under their eyes, making them look tired. Another typical complaint is lower eyelid bags. Patients with deep tear trough deformities might feel they look older than their actual age. This is often due to the hollowed region just below the eye known as the tear trough, or nasojugal groove. This area extends from the inner corner of the eye, following a semicircular arc to the palpebromalar groove. Tear trough deformities can be a result of genetics or a true sign of aging. As we age, our fat pads fall or shift downward, creating a […]
“So, how do you perform your facelift?”
Many patients who are well read on facelift procedures will ask this question. They have heard such terms as lifestyle lift, quick lift, deep place facelift and composite rhytidectomy. Many of these terms are marketing terms with limited real meaning, yet others are important surgical techniques. Asking how a plastic surgeon performs a facelift is a very valid question that can be critical to a patient’s results and their longevity. Please note this blog post is really geared for those looking for more information and is probably too technical for most. The basics of […]
1. How long will a brow lift last?
A brow lift is a plastic surgery designed to lift the brows to a more aesthetic position, soften forehead and frown lines, and rejuvenate the eyes and upper third of the face. While patients will appreciate the benefits of this procedure for the rest of their life, with aging the brows may return to their original position within 5-10 years. How long this takes depends greatly on genetics, age the procedure was done, and how one takes care of their selves after the procedure.
2. Where will my incisions be?
This can help you to […]
In my cosmetic practice this is one of the more common questions I get and I am always surprised- of course they do. Yet male cosmetic surgery is still about 20-30 years behind the women in terms of numbers, discussion and acceptance- but that is changing.
In 2013 men had more than one million cosmetic procedures. The number of men having procedures has grown 43% over the last 5 years according to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons. This growth has been fueled not only by injectables such as Botox Cosmetic, Juvederm and Restylane, but also by more men having surgical […]
It’s no secret that cosmetic surgery can make someone look younger; studies back this up. We also know that cosmetic surgery boosts self-confidence by enhancing how someone feels about his or her appearance. A new study, however, reveals that cosmetic surgery can improve perceived traits such as likeability and trustworthiness — something completely new.
Our facial appearance represents ourselves to the world. Snap judgments, right or wrong, are made based on how others perceive us. It’s common knowledge that features, such as a furrowed brow, can project unintended emotions or encourage negative and premature impressions about someone’s personality. So the results […]
Do you want to make all your wrinkles, scars, facial lines, and uneven pigmentation less noticeable? It’s possible with laser skin resurfacing, also known as the laser peel. This procedure restores the skin, making itsmoother and giving it a more youthful look. Choose certain areas to be resurfaced oraddress the entire face.
People Who Consider Laser Resurfacing
To get laser resurfacing, you need to be in good physical health. If you have an olive, brown, or black skin tone, there is a slight risk of unwanted pigmentation change. In addition, if you have extensive skin damage, one laser resurfacing session may not […]
A study was presented by The American Academy of Facial Plastic Surgery on the new facial filler from Allergan, Voluma. In studies for FDA approval, Voluma demonstrated results lasting up to two years with excellent safety. This new product will provide an excellent option for those wanting stronger cheek bones or to replace facial volume lost with aging or weight loss. Dr. Hamilton will be traveling to California in early November for training as he will be the first in Indiana and among the first in the US to be offering this new product.
Fractional lasers continued to show benefits in […]
Question:
I am considering lower blepharoplasty, but concerned about developing a hallowed appearance afterwards. Can this be prevented?
Answer:
Lower blepharoplasty is a procedure to rejuvenate the lower eyelids. It typically involves skin removal and tightening as well as fat contouring. With time, surgeons have become more aware that excess fat removal can lead to a “hollowed” appearance afterwards.
Newer techniques now often incorporate fat repositioning. Instead of removing fat, the surgeon will relocate the fatty tissue, typically along the orbital rim. If a patient had areas that are already sunken, such as a deepened nasojugal groove, fat can be repositioned into that location […]
