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About the Nefertiti Neck Lift – Botox® for the Lower Face
As we age gravity pulls on our lower face, leading to sagging jowls, decreased elasticity and hanging skin of the chin, neck and lower face. Injecting Botox® in this area can provide a subtle lift, helping you look younger and refreshed. Botox® is a well-known product and effective at decreasing lines in the upper face. The majority of our patients are very happy with the results of their Botox® treatment. Although Botox® results are temporary, the small lift and decreased wrinkles are worth...
How Dr. Mark M. Hamilton Does a Facelift (Technically Speaking)
“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...
Kybella or CoolSculpting, which one is best for me?
Kybella and CoolSculpting may be for you if you are bothered by the fat under your chin, also known as submental fullness. At Hamilton Facial Plastic Surgery, we now offer two non-surgical options to eliminate this bothersome area. For many years, surgical procedures were the only way to remove this unwanted fat from the submental region. Now there are alternatives to invasive surgical liposuction to remove unwanted fat FOREVER. As you may recall, recently we introduced Kybella an FDA...
What is a Liquid Facelift and How Can it Help Me Improve My Appearance?
Science, as well as the reflection in the mirror show us that facial changes take place over the years. Rearrangements of underlying structures have been occurring behind the scenes while we sleep and engage in our daily activities. Scientists and physicians have proven that there is significant facial bone, fat and collagen depletion during the aging process. This volume loss is resulted by sagging facial skin, hallows under the eyes, folds from the nose to the corner of the mouth, a turned...
Facelift Under Local?!
I have had more and more patients asking me if they can have their facelift under local. While I do perform many procedures (including facelifts) under local, this trend has surprised me. Maybe it is due to the many advertisements for such procedures such as Lifestyle Lift, Sono Bello Lift, Biltmore Lift, Quicklift and many other latest, greatest trademarked procedures. Whatever the reason, I think it is important to keep a few things in mind. First, general anesthesia is very safe for most...
How is Botox mixed, and why is it important?
You may be a novice or an expert when it comes to receiving Botox. As you are being injected or maybe on your way home, you may ask yourself: What is Botox, and how is it mixed? You may be surprised to know that it is all aimed at providing you better results and more comfort during your procedure. Botox is a medication that is injected into muscles and used to temporarily improve the look of both moderate to severe lines on the face. It works by temporarily relaxing muscles where it is...
There’s a new filler you should know about, Juvederm Vollure
Juvederm Vollure has recently been added to our family of facial fillers. This may seem to add to the confusion of what filler is your best choice. Like other fillers Vollure has its place. With this said, while we may be in the double digits in FDA approved products in the US, we still have a long way to go. Keep in mind that England has over 200 fillers to choose from. As we age, volume is lost in our face, thus increasing lines and wrinkles. When it comes to bone and fat loss this volume...
What are our thoughts on Volbella? Is it worth it?
We have now been using Juvederm® Volbella for almost 6 months and have been very pleased with the results. Juvederm® Volbella is specifically designed for the lips and has several benefits. First off, Juvederm® Volbella is the first and only FDA approved product to improve lip fullness and address lip lines with correction lasting for up to one year. It is formulated to cause less swelling and allow a subtle, natural enhancement. Volbella’s thin consistency allows a smooth correction of fine...
What is the recovery like after a Facelift?
Recovery questions about a Facelift is one of the most common questions I hear from patients. I think most expect that they will be out of commission for weeks to months following a plastic surgery process. Fortunately for most patients, this is not the case. A facelift procedure typically takes 2-4 hours depending on if it is a mini facelift or a full face lift requiring extensive facial surgery work. While some discomfort should be expected, the patients skin will feel numb after the...
Botox® or Filler?
A common question that I get from first time cosmetic patients is whether they need Botox® or a filler. The short answer is that both are used for different purposes and both can be beneficial in most patients. Non-surgical treatments have exploded in popularity over the past decade. Patients appreciate the subtle (and sometimes dramatic) improvements that can be achieved with in-office treatments involving minimal downtime and risks. Surgeons like the ability to contour the face in such an...