Many over-the-counter skincare products are readily available at drug stores, beauty retailers, department stores, and online. These products are commonly used by people in their everyday skincare routines. Although many product labels claim to contain ingredients that people are looking for, in reality they may only contain trace amounts. Using these products may do very little to improve the skin,…
An eyelid lift, or blepharoplasty, is a surgery that corrects sagging eyelids. Fatty deposits that create those bags under the lower lids can also be removed. The results are a younger, fresher appearance that reflects across the patient’s face. Rejuvenated eyelids are not just for women. The procedure is also popular among men. As we age, the thinner, sensitive skin around…
Hollow, or sunken, cheeks can occur as people age. The gradual loss of facial tissue between the bony arch of the cheek and the jaw can affect both women and men. Collagen and elastin break down over time, resulting in changes that can make people appear older and tired. It is possible to restore lost cheek volume and reshape cheek…
Dermal fillers enjoy great popularity today. There are a variety of injectable dermal fillers available, made by different pharmaceutical companies. They are commonly used to correct facial lines and wrinkles for a smoother complexion. They can create fullness in areas that have lost volume. Fillers can also minimize the appearance of scars. Dermal fillers are popular non-surgical procedures that can…
Patients who are dissatisfied with or embarrassed by acne scars, sun damaged skin, dark pigment spots, and wrinkles can address these problems non-surgically with Fraxel laser resurfacing. This treatment may be the next step when other, less aggressive treatments have not produced desired results. Fraxel laser resurfacing can be used to target problem areas on the face, neck, chest, and the…
Many women deal with significant breast sagging as they age. Support tissue stretches over time and loses tone. Skin loses its youthful elasticity. Not only do these breast changes affect the way women feel about their bodies, but heavy breasts can be painful. It may be difficult to find a comfortable bra that offers enough support, especially when actively exercising. …
