Have you noticed that your eyes seem to look smaller and less bright as you age? Perhaps you noticed this when trying to apply eye make-up. Maybe you’re struggling with another eyelid problem. Do your upper eyelids look puffy and heavy no matter what you do?
These changes in the eyelid are the result of the loosening of the skin in the upper eyelid region as we age. The excess skin makes the eye appear smaller. The muscles and support structures that maintain the position of the upper eyelid diminish over time. This causes pockets of fat that can bulge and make the upper eyelid look puffy.
The Facts About Upper Eyelid Surgery
If you are struggling with eyelid issues that age the face upper eyelid surgery can offer you a more rejuvenated and refreshed look. Upper blepharoplasty (upper eyelid surgery) addresses the excess skin and removes unneeded fat. Upper eyelid surgery can greatly improve the appearance of your eyelids resulting in an overall rejuvenated, refreshed look. Your eyes will look larger and brighter. Your eyelids will look smoother.
An incision is made within the natural fold of the upper eyelid. Excess skin and fatty tissue are removed through this incision. The incision is hidden within the eye fold and follows its natural contour making it inconspicuous.
Choosing a Competent Facial Plastic Surgeon
It is important to select a competent, ethical facial plastic surgeon who will give you the cosmetic result you’re seeking without compromising the function of the eyelid. Why is this important? The eyelid is a thin fold of skin covering the eye. Our eyelids play an essential role in protecting our eyes. The eyelids lubricate and cleanse the eye. This is imperative because the cornea must stay moist. The blink reflex helps prevent foreign objects from entering the eye.
If a plastic surgeon removes too much skin, muscle, and fat the result will be a hollow look, dry eyes, and the inability to completely close the eye. A good aesthetic result will be natural in appearance making you look re-energized and refreshed. All normal eye function will remain intact.
It is often said that the eyes are the window to the soul. Upper eyelid surgery – performed by an ethical, experienced facial plastic surgeon – can give you larger, brighter eyes that truly reflect your vitality and inner beauty.
As an accredited plastic surgeon, my approach is to restore natural looking beauty. To discuss whether upper eyelid surgery is right for you call Dr. Karsan, an ethical plastic surgeon, at 214-646-8777 to schedule your personal consultation.
Is your face beginning to show visible signs of aging? Unfortunately, our faces display the first noticeable signs of aging. Perhaps you looked in the bathroom mirror one morning and the face staring back at you no longer reflected the youthful energy and vitality you feel. It seems the changes happened overnight. Yet the aging process is gradual.
Over time the effects of gravity, a loss of volume, relaxation of the supportive tissues and loss of collagen negatively impact facial features and create the formation of:
- Jowls - The slack tissue at or above the jawlins
- Neck bands - A combination of saggy, excess skin, and a platysma muscle that becomes thick and cord-like can create the appearance of bands or deep creases that run from the jaw to the chest
- Double chin - Loose skin and subcutaneous fat underneath the chin create the appearance of a second chin.
- Flabby cheeks.
- Nasolabial grooves - Folds around the nose.
- Marionette grooves - Folds or a depression around the mouth.
These visible signs of aging can make us look considerably older. A surgical facelift can rejuvenate the overall appearance of your face, noticeably reduce the signs of aging, and leave you looking more refreshed.
What is a Facelift?
A facelift is a plastic surgery procedure used to remove excess skin and localized collections of fat. Underlying support is reinforced and tightened. The skin and tissues of the face and neck are repositioned. A cosmetic facelift repositions fallen cheek mounds, softens nasolabial grooves, and creates a smooth jaw line and more defined neck.
What Results Should I Expect?
A cosmetic facelift reverses the effects of gravity and aging. The folds, creases, and wrinkles that age our faces are eliminated or substantially reduced. This gives the face a more youthful, refreshed appearance.
The procedure can make you look five to fifteen years younger depending on your age, facial structure, and level of skin elasticity. As a facial plastic surgeon I focus on giving patients a natural, balanced, appearance that makes them look refreshed and rejuvenated rather than "done."
Beautiful, natural results from plastic facial surgery begin with a comprehensive pre-operative consultation. An assessment of your unique facial structure, elasticity of skin, and extent of facial wrinkles and folds is made during the physical examination. A surgical plan is then customized to your individual needs. This includes details like the surgical technique that will be used; the location, design, and extent of the incision; and the direction of the lift.
Am I a Good Candidate for a Surgical Facelift?
If you have jowls, neck bands, excess skin, deep wrinkles or grooves that are aging your face you may be a good candidate for a surgical facelift. A good candidate for facial plastic surgery:
- Has realistic expectations for the procedure and recovery.
- Is in relatively good health.
- Understands the risks of surgery.
- Can comply with medical directives before and after surgery.
- Is emotionally stable.
- Understands the costs.
If you want to look refreshed and rejuvenated and you are considering a facelift contact Dr. Karsan, an ethical facial plastic surgeon, to schedule an initial consultation.
Posted Dec 9, 2010 by Dr. Karsan's Staff |
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Do you want to achieve an outer appearance that truly reflects your inner beauty? If so, you are likely considering plastic surgery to help you look and feel your best. It is easy enough to find a “facial plastic surgeon.” Diligent research is required to find an ethical, experienced facial plastic surgeon whose esthetic ideal matches yours. Here are three tips for finding a facial plastic surgeon that is right for you.
Look for a Fellowship trained Facial Plastic Surgeon who is a member of the American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (AAFPRS)
A Fellowship is an additional year of subspecialty training in Cosmetic and Reconstructive surgery in Facial Plastic Surgery. Prior to entering a fellowship the physician has had after several years of education and specialized surgical training and experience in Head and Neck Surgery. The fellowship training program must be accredited by the AAFPRS and research and comprehensive examination is required for membership of the AAFPRS.
Fellowship training and board certification demonstrates that a facial plastic surgeon has a commitment to excellence – something you should demand from a surgeon you are entrusting with your face, head, and neck – a highly complex area of the human body.
Interview More Than One Facial Plastic Surgeon and Plastic Surgeon
Select a handful of possible candidates and make an appointment for a personal consultation. Be observant when you arrive at the plastic surgeon's office. You want beautiful, natural results that will not make you look "done." Look for a facial plastic surgeon with the same esthetic ideal. Does the facial plastic surgeon and staff look natural and refreshed or do they look "done"? If the potential doctor and his or her staff have an overdone Hollywood look this is direct reflection of the doctor's esthetic ideal.
Get a realistic view of the operation during your personal consultation. Ask the potential plastic surgeon:
- What the procedure will and will not accomplish?
- What is the expected recovery time?
- What are the total costs for the procedure?
- What risks are associated with the procedure and how would he or she handle them?
A good facial plastic surgeon will patiently and confidently answer these questions for you. A doctor that does not welcome your questions should raise a red flag.
Request to see before and after pictures of other patients who have received the same surgery. Confirm that these are pictures of actual patients and not stock photos or promotional photos provided by the product manufacturer. Make sure you are happy with the results and comfortable with the doctor.
Select an Ethical Plastic Surgeon
Look for a doctor who is honest and ethical. They will not recommend unnecessary procedures or agree to perform a procedure that isn’t right for you – no matter how badly you want it. Remain open to suggestions. Don’t focus on a particular procedure; focus on what it is you want to enhance or correct. Not every procedure is right for every patient. An ethical plastic surgeon will weigh all options and advise you accordingly. An ethical plastic surgeon with an understanding of the esthetic ideal will help you achieve a look that is beautiful but also takes into account your specific bone structure, facial muscles, skin type and other factors. The result is a balanced, refreshed look that is both beautiful and natural.
Choosing the right facial plastic surgeon takes time, but it is well worth the effort. Don't be intimidated by the interviewing process. You are in control. Do not allow yourself to be rushed into getting a procedure or working with a doctor that makes you uncomfortable.
As an accredited facial plastic surgeon, my approach is to restore natural looking beauty. To schedule your personal consultation call Dr. Karsan an ethical facial plastic surgeon at 214-646-8777.
Perhaps some of your fondest memories involve laying on the beach soaking up the summer sun. Yet years of sun worship can severely damage skin. Wrinkles, sun spots, skin discoloration and looseness of the skin are the price we often pay for sun exposure without adequate protection.
Are you looking for a way to reverse the look of aged or sun-damaged skin? DOT Therapy laser skin rejuvenation is an exciting cosmetic treatment that can noticeably improve the appearance of aged or sun-damaged skin, smooth wrinkles, and reduce the appearance of acne and other scars.
What is DOT Therapy Laser Skin Rejuvenation and How Does It Work?
Dermal Optical Thermolysis is performed using the SmartXide DOT™ laser system - one of the most sophisticated laser systems on the market. Your doctor will apply a grid of tiny scanned pulses of laser energy to your skin during the DOT Therapy procedure.
The laser creates thousands of microscopic holes in your skin. This causes immediate tightening of the skin and stimulates the growth of new collagen – essential to younger, fresher-looking skin. DOT Therapy improves the skin’s tone and texture and fights fine lines, deep wrinkles, and discoloration caused by the sun and acne scars. Excellent results can usually be achieved in a single 30-minute session.
The DOT CO2 laser is superior to older laser skin resurfacing techniques because the microscopic treated areas are surrounded by healthy skin, causing the treated skin to heal more quickly.
What to Expect with DOT Therapy
Your doctor may use a topical anesthetic during the procedure for increased comfort. After the DOT Therapy procedure your skin will be red. A cold compress will be applied to alleviate discomfort. Over the next three or four days you may experience some peeling, similar to sunburn. Your doctor will give you a hydrating lotion to apply to the treated area. This will keep your skin moist and promote healing. Typically the skin returns to its normal appearance in seven to ten days. The results of your DOT Therapy procedure can last for years. In cases of severe wrinkling or deep acne scars a series of treatments may be required.
The Benefits of DOT Therapy
DOT Therapy laser skin rejuvenation decreases pigmentation and fine lines, lifts and tightens skin, and reduces pores. You can get beautiful, natural results with DOT laser therapy in a single 30-minute treatment. DOT Therapy has minimal downtime compared to traditional CO2 laser which is the gold standard for skin resurfacing.
If your skin has been damaged by overexposure to the sun, acne scars, or environmental factors, DOT Therapy may be the non-surgical anti-aging solution for you. Contact Dr. Karsan, a qualified facial plastic surgeon, at 214-646-8777 to request a personal consultation to discuss how DOT Therapy laser skin resurfacing can improve the look and feel of your skin.
