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If you suffer from mid-facial sagging as a result of the natural aging process, there are both non-surgical and surgical options for facial rejuvenation that Virginia patients can explore. If going under the scalpel does not sound appealing, non-surgical skin tightening technologies can help restore...

Comparing a Facelift to Over-the-Counter Anti-Aging Products

As plastic surgery continues to gain popularity and become increasingly affordable, many patients are debating whether to go under the knife or stick with non-surgical anti-aging products. Over-the-Counter Anti-Aging Products Obviously, anti-aging creams are safer and less invasive than surgery. Creams are natural with little,...

How Long Do Facelift Results Last?

It is a common misconception that facelift surgery will keep your skin looking youthful for the remainder of your lifetime. A facelift will turn back the clock significantly, but it will not freeze time. A well-performed facelift generally washes away about 7-10 years from your face, but...

Facelift and Face Shape

The facelift procedure has evolved in many significant ways during the last two decades, giving Arlington facelift patients longer-lasting results with less downtime. Facelift surgery requires a skilled surgeon and an artistic eye. This highly specialized procedure must take into account the overall shape of your face,...

Is the Facelift Out Of Date?

The facelift seems like a relatively modern invention, but this cosmetic procedure was actually first performed in 1901. Back then, these primitive facelifts did not provide long-lasting effects, but without these early pioneering surgeons, there would not be so many facelift techniques to choose from...

Nasolabial Folds

Nasolabial folds are commonly referred to as “smile lines” or “laugh lines.” These folds are the two creases in your skin that run from the corner of your mouth to your nose, separating your upper lips from your cheeks. With age, these folds will become...

Jowls

Sagging skin on your face is one of the most visible signs of aging. When your face begins to lose its shape, your jawline begins to droop and “jowls” start to form. This loose skin will become more visible as your muscles weaken and the...

Facelifts vs. Injectable Fillers

The process of aging leaves our skin susceptible to wrinkles and sagging. Sun exposure and years of muscle movement from smiling, squinting, and even chewing can contribute to the breakdown of collagen in the skin. Thankfully, today’s innovations in skin care and cosmetic surgery can help patients...

Plastic Surgery in a Poor Economy

The tough American economy has ironically increased many people’s interest in plastic surgery, as a younger appearance tends to help individuals be more competitive in the job market. Arlington plastic surgeons have also reported an increase in less-invasive procedures that cost less and have a faster...