The anesthesia that is used depends on the surgeon and the type of facelift that is being performed. Local anesthesia to general anesthesia is performed for face and neck lifts. I personally do the majority of my facelifts under general anesthesia. This allows the patient to be as comfortable as […]
Read MoreThis is a great question as sizing is the most difficult part of a breast augmentation for women. The implant can be placed above or below the muscle depending on the individual needs of each patient. In the United States the most common method is under the muscle, however both […]
Read MoreOctober is breast cancer awareness month, which has become a great tradition as breast cancer affects more people we usually realize. Breast cancer affects one in eight women in America however because of improved surveillance and treatment there are currently over 2.5 million breast cancer survivors in the United States. […]
Read MoreWhen considering a breast augmentation, you may decide that you want to add volume, size, a lift, and a more refined shape. A breast augmentation with lift combines the benefits of both procedures to achieve larger, perkier breasts. A breast augmentation with lift, also known as an augmentation mastopexy, reverses […]
Read MoreThis is a very common question as most patients have a limited amount of time they can take away from work. Also most of my patients want to do as much as they can in one procedure if they are already going to be under anesthesia for one surgery. There […]
Read MoreThere are two options when considering a lip augmentation: injectables or fat transfer. Using fat lasts longer, but if you are new to the procedure, it is recommended that you try an injectable to get a feel for the results. For the procedure, a filler is injected into several locations […]
Read MoreSurgical brow lifts drastically improve forehead wrinkles and reduce any upper-eyelid drooping that can produce a lazy or tired look. However, if you are apprehensive about going under the knife, a non-surgical brow lift using Botox can also make a significant difference. Botox will not provide the lasting results of […]
Read MoreRhinoplasty, commonly referred to as a nose job, is a procedure that refines and reshapes the nose through surgery. If you are unhappy with the proportions of your nose but are apprehensive about surgery, liquid rhinoplasty may be your best option. Liquid rhinoplasty uses injectable fillers to reshape the nose. […]
Read MoreA wide variety of dermal fillers are available, and each filler produces different effects. Thanks to his years of experience studying and using dermal fillers, board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Johnny Franco has learned how to achieve excellent and natural-looking results. Dr. Franco focuses on targeting the source of the problem, […]
Read MoreWhen excess fat builds up in the male breasts, it can cause the appearance of “man boobs.” This can give the male chest an unflattering look. When excess glandular tissue causes increased volume in the male breasts, it is a sign of a condition known as gynecomastia. Gynecomastia primarily affects […]
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