08

Feb

Restylane Lyft and Juvederm Voluma

The options for facial rejuvenation have become larger now that Restylane Lyft, formerly known as Perlane, and Juvederm Voluma are available! Both products share similarities in that they are both hyaluronic acids, replacing what is naturally found in our bodies. Restylane Lyft...

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08

Feb

Kybella

A new FDA approved procedure named Kybella has just made its way to the office of Gold Coast Plastic Surgery! Kybella dissolves fat specifically in the chin area.The first of its kind, Kybella is injected under the chin in a series of treatments. Kybell is for healthy patients w...

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08

Feb

Obagi

One of the most common complaints from patients is of hyperpigmentation or “age spots”. While every patient's skin is different, there are a number of products that can help resurface the skin with no downtime.Most dark concentrations of melanin can be treated...

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08

Feb

You Don’t need to have Surgery to Reverse the signs of aging

Plastic surgery is often thought to be drastic and obvious. However, plastic surgeons perform many nonsurgical procedures that offer subtle, yet noticeable results for patients who do not want to go all out. These minimally invasive procedures, like Botox and dermal fillers, can...

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08

Feb

Windows of the Soul

As we get older, our eyes are usually the first to show signs of aging. Crow's feet develop on the sides of our eyes. Bags and dark circles constantly require covering up. Then your eyelids begin to sag, making you realize you look a lot older than you truly are. Whiche...

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08

Feb

Chin Augmentation – Chicago Facial Surgery

Dr. Moynihan offers chin augmentation as a way to enhance and balance facial contours using Silastic implants. This can dramatically improve your appearance after an outpatient procedure, which typically takes about an hour to complete. The chin augmentation can be done by creati...

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08

Feb

Vitamin C & Sunscreen: Dynamic Duo

While sunscreen does its job to protect our largest organ on the outside, vitamin C goes all Catherine Zeta-Jones in Entrapment on you! It gets in and helps to correct the damage we already have. And don't think for a second that you don’t have any! Remember lathering...

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08

Feb

Activities to Enjoy During Rhinoplasty Recovery

Your nose isn't the only thing that will change following rhinoplasty. In the first few weeks after the procedure, you’ll most likely need to make some changes to your lifestyle as your nose heals. Taking the recovery process seriously is important, as you want to avo...

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08

Feb

Are You Ready for a Revision?

You had a feeling that you hated your new nose the minute your first rhinoplasty was over. But, you took the advice of your doctor and waited to see if the results from the surgery would be more in line with your expectations as the nose healed.While seeing an experienced surgeo...

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08

Feb

Making the Decision: Weighing the Pros and Cons of a Face Lift

If your face has aged more than you feel comfortable with, it might be time to consider a face lift. While plenty of other cosmetic procedures, both surgical and not, can reduce the signs of aging on your face, a face lift is considered the most effective, with the longest lastin...

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