How long does a mini facelift last?

Many of my Houston facelift patients will ask how long a facelift will last. Others interested in just a mini facelift are also questioning how long the result for their jawline and jowls will last. The answer here is that it depends on the surgeon’s extent of dissection.

Facelifts,…

Will revision rhinoplasty take longer to heal?

I have long discussions with my Houston revision rhinoplasty patients informing them that the healing process does take longer than with primary rhinoplasty or first time nose job patients. There are multiple reasons for this. Every time a rhinoplasty is performed, scar…

Double eyelid surgery in Houston

Some of my Asian patients ask about double eyelid surgery in Houston or blepharoplasty is usually in reference to Asian eyelid surgery. Typical Asian eyelids do not have a proper supra tarsal crease. This is the crease that forms in the upper eyelid. Double eyelid surgery creates this…

Rhinoplasty risks

Many of my Houston rhinoplasty patients ask about the risks of rhinoplasty or nose job surgery. Just like any surgery where there is an incision made in the skin, there is the risk of bleeding, pain, infection, numbness, and scar. Specific risks to rhinoplasty are poor wound healing leading…

Non Surgical Skin Tightening

Our new Pixel 8-RF device in Houston combines micro-needling with the power of radiofrequency energy to a provide a non-surgical option for skin tightening and skin remodeling. The micro-needles deliver this energy which will helps stimulate new collagen and elastin throughout the skin. This will ultimately result in firmer, smoother, and more consistent appearing skin.

The beauty in this…

Skin tightening vs Facelift

Many of my Houston facelift patients may not want the downtime of a facelift, want to avoid anesthesia, or avoid surgery. Another less invasive option for these patients may be a skin tightening procedure. It is important to note that skin tightening procedures such as Ulthera and Radiofrequency…

Does revision rhinoplasty cost more?

Many of my Houston revision rhinoplasty patients who come in for consultation would like to know the cost of revision rhinoplasty and whether it costs more than primary rhinoplasty. This depends on the extent of work necessary for the revision. Some patients might feel…

Rhinoplasty with eyelid surgery?

Many of Houston patients inquire about having rhinoplasty and eyelid surgery at the same time. This is not uncommon. They say a good rhinoplasty is seen in the eyes and when lower eyelid bags surgery is done at the same time as nose job surgery, than this can really create a pop for the…

Injury after rhinoplasty

Occasionally, one of my Houston rhinoplasty patients will incur an injury after rhinoplasty during the early postoperative period. This is frequently due to an accidental bump to the nose. The most common culprits for injury to the nose after rhinoplasty are toddlers and large dogs. It is…

How long does eyelid surgery last?

Many of my Houston eyelid surgery or blepharoplasty patients will ask how long does eyelid surgery last? Whether you are having upper eyelid surgery or lower eyelid bags surgery, it is important to understand the healing process and what you are looking to achieve. Eyelid bags do not…