Chin augmentation is a minimally invasive surgery to add prominence to the chin and achieve better harmony of the facial features by inserting a facial implant into the chin area. This procedure may be performed alone or in conjunction with other procedures such as rhinoplasty, cheek augmentation or a facelift. Chin augmentation isn’t the only…
Read MoreMinimally invasive facial rejuvenation procedures have risen in popularity throughout recent years. Often sought after as an alternative to a full facelift procedure, the mini facelift is a good option for those who wish to improve their appearance. The mini facelift is a cosmetic surgical procedure that is also known as the weekend facelift or…
Read MoreOzempic is a medication primarily used for the treatment of type 2 diabetes. The active ingredient in Ozempic is semaglutide, which belongs to a class of drugs called glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists (GLP-1 agonists). Ozempic is administered once a week as an injection under the skin (subcutaneous injection). The medication helps lower blood sugar levels…
Read MoreWhat are the results of a deep plane facelift like? The results of a deep plane facelift surgery last for over fifteen years. Patients will continue to age normally after the surgery is performed, but the results are long lasting. Even 15 years after deep plane facelift surgery, patients will continue to look as youthful…
Read MoreIn 2019, facelift surgery was the fifth-most common plastic surgery procedure. At The Williams Surgery, patients who want to reduce the signs of aging in their face often contact us with questions about the facelift procedure. More often than not, the decision is then made to schedule a consultation with our facial plastic surgery specialist,…
Read MoreUnfortunately, this is not a straightforward answer. Otoplasty is most often a cosmetic, elective operation. Thus, it is typically not covered by insurance. However, there are instances when insurance companies may pay for the procedure based on its reasoning. Unfortunately, there are no fixed rules for what determines if an otoplasty is covered by insurance…
Read MoreBuccal fat pads are structures that we are all born with. They lie within our cheeks, and there is one on each side. As we get older, we tend to lose some of the fat underneath the skin in our face, but the buccal fat pads remain the same size. With time, this can result…
Read MoreThe first step in performing a facelift is making an incision through the skin of the face and neck. Although there are slight variations in incision types depending on your surgeon, the facelift incision is carefully designed to hide or minimize scars. Facelift Incisions: Explained The incision starts in an area of the face just…
Read MoreFacelift, or rhytidectomy, is a surgery that treats the physical signs of aging in the face and neck. If you are considering facelift surgery, it is important to speak to your surgeon about what to expect in terms of pain and recovery. Overall, many studies have demonstrated that facelift in general is not painful and…
Read MoreIt can be difficult to say what the best age to have a facelift is, because people experience aging differently. The process of aging is complicated and depends on many factors. Some of the factors of aging include: Genetics Health status Life experiences Stress level, Degree of photo damage— a process of sunlight or ultraviolet…
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