While the United States may be considered a juggernaut when it comes to cosmetic plastic surgery, there are a number of countries around the world that aren’t far behind the U.S. when it comes to the number of cosmetic procedures performed annually. According to the most recent global statistics from the International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons, there were 3.3…
Plastic surgery on the eyelid, known as blepharoplasty, was one of the most common surgical procedures in 2011, according to the American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery’s annual poll. So – what is eyelid surgery all about and what problems does it fix? Tired eyes As you age, your eyelids stretch and the muscles surrounding them grow weak.…
What’s in a name? Not much, according to a recent survey conducted by the American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery. Based on results from across the United States, 70 percent of plastic surgery patients in 2011 requested procedures by describing the area of concern rather than asking for a specific product or procedure by name. For example, rather…
Have you heard about the latest technologies that can improve your appearance with less risk, less downtime, and better results? Chances are you’re seeking advice from a number of different sources – friends who’ve had experience, trusted websites and, most importantly, from a trusted doctor that is board certified in your area of interest. Recent research by the American Academy…
While many people associate liposuction with the lower body such as the hips, thighs or stomach, liposuction is actually a common and effective treatment for the face as well. In facial liposuction, fat cells are removed under the chin and jawline, which results in a much younger and thinner-looking appearance. At ImageLift™, liposuction is used in conjunction with all of…
Perhaps the most important element of a youthful-looking appearance is volume. As we age, we lose volume in our faces in particular, as our bones and muscle thin and our skin thins and sags. Injectable fillers have gained tremendous popularity as a way to regain lost volume. Facial fillers can be administered quickly and generally involve little to no downtime.…
While men can be tricky to buy for when it comes to Valentine’s Day, the perfect gift may not be what you’d first expect. According to last year’s spending trends, facial enhancements and plastic surgery are on the rise for both women and men. It appears that couples are striving to look as good as they feel – together. In…
Many of our patients admit to being overlooked, dismissed, or even made to feel inferior by younger, more tech-savvy generations, based on the way they look. At ImageLift™, we fight against the effects of “ageism” with age-appropriate rejuvenating treatments. When it comes to facial aging, you can expect sagging, loss of elasticity, and volume loss (cheek hollowing), but you certainly…
At ImageLift™, we believe knowledge is power. One of our goals is for each patient to complete their ImageLift™ consultation with assurance and excitement about what’s to come. When considering any cosmetic procedure, always do your homework. Conduct research on your plastic surgeon and his or her practice. When meeting with your surgeon, make sure to bring a list of…
It’s not your imagination. When the days get shorter those dark, baggy circles under your eyes do in fact appear to intensify. While some underlying causes of dark circles are associated with aging, (thinning skin, loss of fat and collagen which reveal the reddish-blue blood vessels under the eyes), it is also the paler winter skin that provides a starker…