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How to Minimize the Appearance of Lip Lift Scars
Scars are a common part of the healing process after a lip lift, but with proper care, they can fade significantly or even become nearly invisible. Proper wound care, sun protection, and the right treatments can help improve the appearance of scars over time. While some fading happens naturally, taking the right steps early on…
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Depression after Rhinoplasty
Feeling uncertain or depressed after rhinoplasty is something some patients experience. Temporary emotional changes can happen, especially while dealing with swelling, discomfort, or adjusting to a new look. These feelings are normal and often improve as recovery progresses. Dr. Andrew Frankel, a board-certified facial plastic surgeon, has extensive knowledge of both the physical and emotional…
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Dealing With Pain After Your Facelift
When Beverly Hills facelift patients arrive for their consultation, many are concerned about how much pain will follow surgery and whether they will be able to manage it. While it may seem like facelift surgery should be an incredibly painful procedure, the truth is that most patients are surprised at how little discomfort they actually…
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10 Things Not To Do After Rhinoplasty
You may be a bit overwhelmed after rhinoplasty surgery, so plan to create your recovery to-do list in advance. Before the procedure, fill your prescriptions and do your grocery shopping. Ask a friend to help out with your children or pets. Find someone to drive you to and from your surgery, and once you know…
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Recommendations for Exercising After Lip Filler
After receiving lip filler treatments, it’s crucial to understand the dos and don’ts of exercising to protect your results and promote healing. Physical activity can influence how your lips recover and look; therefore, it’s essential to know the appropriate time to resume working out. By adhering to the suggested exercise recommendations for post-dermal filler, you…
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Will Smoking Really Have an Effect on My Rhinoplasty?
Smoking after rhinoplasty can significantly delay healing and increase the risk of complications, including infection and tissue death. It affects both the surgery and the healing process, making it a critical factor to consider when planning your nose surgery. Understanding how smoking influences your candidacy and recovery is essential for achieving the best results. With an…
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How Do Nose Piercings Affect a Rhinoplasty?
As both nasal surgeries and nasal piercings continue to be popular fashion trends for women and men, the two may sometimes find themselves at odds. Although nasal piercings now ranging in a variety of styles and shapes, any of them will pose extra risks during a rhinoplasty surgery if not managed carefully. If you are…
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Effective Strategies for Using a Chin Strap After Neck Lift Surgery
So, you just had a neck lift—or you’re thinking about it—and now you’re wondering what recovery is really like. Here’s the deal: healing well takes some care, and one of the biggest things that can make a difference? Wearing your chin strap. It helps reduce swelling and gives your neck the support it needs so…
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Nasal Tip Problems After Rhinoplasty
One of the most difficult parts of the nose to re-shape is the nasal tip. There are a few reasons for this, including the fact that the tip of the nose is made up of cartilage and skin, with no bones to support it. Asymmetry is easily noticed in the nasal tip, and the amount…
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How Rhinoplasty Can Reshape a Wide Nose for a Balanced Look
A wide nose bridge rhinoplasty, sometimes called wide nasal bridge surgery, is a procedure that narrows the nose bridge. It can also adjust the shape, refine the angle, or reduce the width of the nostrils to best fit the rest of your face. Many people choose this procedure to bring their facial features into better…