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Restore SD Plastic Surgery»Blog » Archives for Plastic Surgery»Face Surgery

Subtle Eyelid Lifts Are In: Dr. Janet Chao Shares Her Thoughts on Hollywood’s Latest Trend

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Eyelid lifts have become a hot topic in both aesthetic medicine and pop culture. From Instagram comments to celebrity news sites, there’s growing speculation around A-listers like Emma Stone, Taylor Swift, Ariana Grande, Jennifer Lawrence, and Nina Dobrev, with fans and critics alike discussing the possibility of small, surgical tweaks to their eye areas. But […]

Filed Under: Face Surgery

Can a Brow Lift Raise Eyelids Like a Blepharoplasty?

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A brow lift, while not designed to directly address the upper eyelids, can often improve eyelid contours. However, if you have more significant eyelid drooping, you may be happier with a blepharoplasty. Here, Dr. Katerina Gallus and Dr. Janet Chao, the plastic surgeons La Jolla patients trust for harmonious, beautifully natural results, clarify how a […]

Filed Under: Face Surgery

Enjoy a Younger Look with Eyelid Lift Surgery (Blepharoplasty)

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Many of the very first and most noticeable signs of facial aging occur at or around the eyes, particularly near the upper eyelids. As people grow older, the skin and muscles that surround the eyes tend to become droopy and lax. Moreover, fat deposits can begin accumulating just beneath the skin that lend to an […]

Filed Under: Face Surgery, Plastic Surgery

How Can I Benefit from a Facelift?

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When you look in the mirror, do you like what you see? Have you used non-invasive and minimally-invasive treatments in order to address your wrinkles and sagging skin, but you feel like you are not really getting good results? If so, it may be time to consider a facelift. Is a facelift right for you? […]

Filed Under: Face Surgery, Plastic Surgery

How a Brow Lift Can Make You Look Younger

Brow Lift

A brow lift is sometimes called a forehead lift because it addresses the upper part of the face—areas not typically included in a facelift. While a facelift is an amazing procedure that can lift the mid to lower regions of the face (and is especially effective around the nose, cheeks, and mouth), it cannot address […]

Filed Under: Face Surgery, Plastic Surgery

Advantages of a Neck Lift

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Many adults experience sagging of the skin along the jawline and on the upper neck caused by poorly supported skin, genetics, and a loss of moisture retention in the skin layers. A San Diego neck lift can correct this problem. This is a surgical procedure that requires a recovery period, but the results can be […]

Filed Under: Face Surgery, Plastic Surgery

Eyelid Surgery: What to Expect

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What is eyelid surgery? Eyelid surgery is often performed as a way of rejuvenating the face. Some people turn to eyelid surgery after they have sustained trauma or injury. Their goal is to restore the appearance and the functionality of their eyelids. Regardless of the reason why a person wants eyelid surgery, the end goal […]

Filed Under: Face Surgery, Plastic Surgery

Look More Youthful with a Facelift in San Diego

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When you live in San Diego, there is no shortage of recreational activities to take part in. However, living in any big city can have its drawbacks. Exposure to pollutants, UV sunlight, and wind can really take its toll on your skin. Fortunately, cosmetic surgery procedures like a facelift can help you turn back the […]

Filed Under: Face Surgery, Plastic Surgery

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