Visage Surgical Institute

Is it true that people have revisionary rhinoplasty are often demanding and difficult? A recent report in the September issue of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery seems to undermine that old stereotype. The author of the report, Mark Constantian, MD, found that 97% of revisionary rhinoplasty patients were satisfied with their new results – and questions […]

If you’ve ever looked at the shelves of eye cream products at your drugstore, you know there are a baffling variety of choices. A recent segment on Good Morning America sought to cut through the clutter with an “Eye Cream Dream Team” of 10 prominent dermatologists. They highlighted some of the ingredients and products that […]

Could your facial wrinkles make it more difficult for people to read your emotions? A recent study in the Journal of Experimental Social Psychology has concluded that this is the case – at least for younger observers. Age-related changes such as wrinkles and folds can interfere with the perception of emotions among the young, while […]

Hand rejuvenation is one of the most difficult challenges in cosmetic surgery. But could autologous fat grafting be the answer? According to a new article in the Cosmetic Surgery Times, at least one plastic and reconstructive surgeon argues that fat grafting can provide “long-term skin thickening and rejuvenating functions far beyond its initial filling effect.” […]

When it comes to facial rejuvenation, sometimes it helps to be a little creative with dermal fillers. A recent article in the Cosmetic Surgery Times has highlighted the work of Dr. Steven Fagien, who argues that diluting hyaluronic acid fillers and preparing customized filler treatments presents new possibilities for facial rejuvenation. “Once collagen went away, […]

A new study in the latest issue of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery has dealt a serious blow to previous reports that fat cells are redistributed to untreated areas after liposuction. Using a larger sample size and more precise measuring techniques, the study found no evidence of fat redistribution after liposuction. A report published last year […]

Sometimes it seems that doctors have a language all their own, with the long, complicated names for different surgical procedures. While sometimes it’s easy to guess what the words mean (abdominoplasty has something to do with the abdomen), other times it can seem like words come completely out of left field. When it comes to […]

What’s the difference between facelift surgery and dermal fillers? If you’re considering a facial cosmetic procedure, you might wonder whether surgery is necessary, or if an injection will suffice. Here’s a breakdown of the pros and cons of facelift surgery and dermal fillers to help you reach your decision. Dermal Fillers temporarily reduce facial wrinkles […]

It’s a simple question, but the answers are different for everyone. In one sense, your facelift will provide permanent results, as your facial tissues will always be tighter than if you hadn’t had the surgery. However, the results often tend to fade with time, as the aging process continues. How long your facelift will last […]

Can you be too old or too young for a facelift? Since most facelift surgeries are performed between the ages of 40–60, should you consider your procedure in your early 40s, or wait until your late 50s? As conversation on RealSelf.com shows, there are many opinions on the subject. However, most cosmetic surgeons agree: there […]