Face Enhancement
Lexington, Kentucky
Restylane / Juvederm
Restylane and Juvederm are exciting new fillers that are composed of hyaluronic acid (HA), a natural substance that already exists in the human body, and are used to provide volume and fullness to the skin. These crystal clear gels are NASHA products; non-animal stabilized hyaluronic acids. Both agents are FDA approved.
Restylane and Juvederm can restore skin fullness to correct moderate to severe wrinkles and folds, such as the lines from your nose to the corners of the mouth (nasolabial folds). These fillers may last up to six months. Recently the areas treated have included the lips and the eyelid cheek junction (tear troughs). The longevity of the product in these areas is likely greater than six months and may last one year.
As with any procedure or injection in plastic surgery, risks and complications could occur. Slight risk of allergy or reaction is possible, though not likely. Skin testing is NOT required. Transient redness and swelling may occur. We will not inject in those pregnant, under 18 or lactating.
Typical treatments are scheduled two or three times a year. We recommend avoiding aspirin products, vitamin E and herbal products one week prior to injection.
Botox Treatments
As you age, you have the opportunity to deepen relationships and better appreciate life's precious moments. But that's not to say that growing older is always easy. If you are unhappy with the visual signs of aging, it's time to take advantage of the available treatments. At Body Spectrum Plastic Surgery, we want our clients to feel confident in their skin.
Treatment Areas
- Frown lines between the eyebrows
- Creases around the eyes
- Furrows in the forehead
- Facial wrinkles
Procedure
The facial muscles underneath the skin are a contributing factor to wrinkles. A small injection of Botox into the offending area helps relax your muscles and thereby smoothes the skin. Results last anywhere between three and six months.
Recovery
Most patients are able to return to normal activities immediately. Avoid for 4 hours after: laying down, applying cosmetics, heavy exercise, massaging the injected area.
Ear Surgery (Otoplasty)
Surgery of the ear, also known as otoplasty, is a procedure that helps reduce protrusion of the ear away from the head. Most often performed on children between ages four to fourteen. Not limited to children and may be performed on older patients.
Reasons to Consider Otoplasty
- Bring proportion to the face if the ears "stick out" too much
- Correct folded ear tips (lop ear)
- Reshape long or offset earlobes
- Enhance very small ears or other congenital defects
- Remedy an accidental injury
Procedure
Commonly performed under general anesthesia for children, local for adults. Takes approximately one to two hours.
Eyelid Surgery (Blepharoplasty)
Do you have excess skin or wrinkles around your eyelids? Maybe your eyes always look tired and puffy. Contact Body Spectrum Plastic Surgery when you want to revive your confidence.
Procedure
- Tiny incisions in natural contours around the eyes, no visible scarring
- Upper eyelids: tightening loose skin and removing fatty tissues
- Lower eyelids: may use laser technology or Botox injections to smooth the skin
Blepharoplasty takes 1–3 hours and is performed as outpatient surgery, allowing most patients to return home the same day.
Facelift (Rhytidectomy)
A Facelift is a surgical procedure designed to smooth and firm the skin, providing a fresh, youthful appearance. Surgery involves the contraction and realignment of facial and neck skin.
Reasons to Consider a Facelift
- Sagging skin, muscles, and fat in the face and neck
- Excess skin and fat on the neck
- Sagging jaw line
- Crease lines along the nose, mouth, and chin
Procedure & Recovery
A facelift is performed under general anesthesia and typically takes several hours. Incisions are carefully placed to minimize visible scarring. Most patients experience some swelling and bruising in the days following surgery. Full results become apparent as the healing process progresses, and patients are generally able to return to light activities within two weeks.
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