One of the most common goals people have when they go to their dermatologist or plastic surgeon is to enhance their natural features. But what type of areas should you be looking for?

Best Areas to Enhance Your Natural Features:

1. Reverse Sagging Eyes

The first place people would think of when they think about enhancing their natural features is the eyes. The eyes are incredibly delicate, and if they are not taken care of, they can quickly start to sag, requiring surgery later on to correct the damage that has already been done. As we age, the skin around our eyes begins to lose elasticity. It is a normal part of aging that on with the proper care and products. Sagging skin is something you want to avoid at all costs because it can make seeing difficult and thus dangerous.

2. Reduce Fine Lines


Another common area people want to enhance is the fine lines around their mouth. These lines can make you look older and drag your face down. Fortunately, there is an easy way to get rid of these—and they are called dermal fillers. Dermal fillers are made of hyaluronic acid and are injected into the skin, typically through a small needle. The main goal of dermal fillers is to replace the volume in the skin, effectively filling in those deep lines that give you a tired and aged look.

3. Reshape Your Nose

Yet another common area people want to fix is their noses. As we age, the nose may start to appear larger and can be a source of insecurity for some. Choosing to enhance your natural features with a rhinoplasty can give you the features you desire. However, dermal fillers can also be used without having to go under the knife. A rhinoplasty requires a general anesthetic and can take hours, whereas dermal fillers are more temporary and are applied in just minutes at the office.

4. Build up the Jaw

The jaw is the frame of your face. A weak or too-narrow jaw can make your face look long and thin, making you look years older than you actually are. One can apply a dermal filler to the chin or jawline to give you a more desirable shape. It would help if you considered that this is not a procedure you want to do every year, but once every couple of years.

5. Reduce Facial Scars

People have a hard time living with scars, especially facial or acne scars. If they are in a visible area of your face, it can be tough to live with them, and you may not feel like yourself. Secret PRO, a skin revitalization treatment, can help reduce these scars and make them less noticeable. There are many different areas of your body that you can enhance to make you feel good about yourself and look fantastic. Knowing the available options will allow you to accomplish what you want without going under the knife.

New Image Plastic Surgery in San Antonio, TX, is a leading provider of dermal fillers and your plastic surgery needs. They provide practical, reliable, and complete solutions to your aesthetic needs. They are highly qualified in dermal fillers and care deeply about their patients’ comfort, health, and recovery. Set up a consultation today and find out how they can help you become happier with your appearance.

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Rhinoplasty, also known as a nose job, is a common plastic surgery procedure worldwide. Even though the surgery is extremely popular, there are numerous myths and misconceptions that people have about this procedure. Being informed is an important part of undergoing any procedure. Let’s look at myths regarding rhinoplasty surgery.

Most Common Rhinoplasty Myths

The most common misconceptions people believe about rhinoplasty include:

Myth 1. Only Women Get Rhinoplasty

It’s true that cosmetic surgery is often dominated by women. That does not mean men don’t get procedures. Rhinoplasty is both a medical and cosmetic surgery. Men may get it to fix breathing issues such as deviated septums. They may also get a nose job to feel better about their appearance and give themselves a boost of confidence.

Myth 2. Rhinoplasty Causes Breathing Issues

Some people think rhinoplasty cases problems with breathing through the nose. In fact, this surgery is commonly done to help with breathing. If it’s done properly, it should either improve or not change breathing at all afterward.

Myth 3. Rhinoplasty Is Excessively Painful

Rhinoplasty is like any surgery in that there will be discomfort. During surgery, there will be IV anesthesia, meaning you will be completely unconscious throughout the surgery. After surgery, your doctor will ensure you have any pain medications and aftercare you need to promote healing.

Myth 4. Rhinoplasty Won’t Look Natural

Worrying about how you’ll look after surgery is normal. The truth is rhinoplasty results can and do look natural. Skilled surgeons go with a conservative, tasteful approach, ensuring that your results balance well with your other facial features.

Myth 5. Anesthesia Is Unsafe

Anesthesia is used all over the world daily for surgeries. It is considered safe and has quite low risks of adverse reactions or side effects. Anesthesia helps the patient feel comfortable during their procedure and the doctor is able to operate without worry they’ll wake up early.

Myth 6. Rhinoplasty Is Covered By Insurance

Rhinoplasty can be both medical and cosmetic in nature. If it’s cosmetic, it’s probably not going to be covered. If it’s medically necessary, it may be covered at least partially. Patients have to check with their doctors and insurance providers for their individual costs.

Myth 7. Rhinoplasty Can Give You A Certain Celebrity’s Nose

Doctors do not want to make their patients look like someone else, no matter how famous. They want their patients to be the best version of themselves possible instead.

Myth 8. Any Plastic Surgeon Will Do

When choosing a plastic surgeon, it’s important to make an educated choice. A facial plastic surgeon has the necessary experience and specializes in facial surgeries. Other surgeons have different areas of expertise. While they could do the surgery, they may not deliver the same results. Surgery is important, so take the time to weigh all of your options first.

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If you are in the San Antonio area and you are interested in a rhinoplasty, contact Dr. Dallas W. Homas and Dr. Lisa Brostrom at New Image Plastic Surgery today to schedule a consultation.

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Have you been unhappy with the appearance of your nose for the longest time now? The good news is that surgeons have a solution for you: Rhinoplasty. Here, we’ll dig into some informative details that will help you understand the procedure better in case you have been considering it.

What is Rhinoplasty?

Also commonly referred to as a “nose job,” it is an invasive procedure aimed at reshaping the appearance of the nose. Some people go under the scalpel to correct functional problems of the nose. Cosmetic rhinoplasty specializes in enhancing your appearance by making subtle changes to the shape and size of the nose.

What is the Rhinoplasty Procedure Like?

As earlier stated, rhinoplasty is an invasive procedure normally performed on an outpatient basis by most cosmetic surgeons. Surgeries take different periods to complete depending on the complexity of the procedure and the type of rhinoplasty you wish to be performed. However, the standard rhinoplasty takes about one to three hours to complete.

Your cosmetic surgeon will administer anesthesia to numb your nose and make the procedure bearable. A nose job can either be performed as a closed procedure (incisions are tucked inside the nose) or an open process (incisions run across the columella). Your surgeon will then lift the soft tissues in the nose following along the incisions, providing adequate space to reshape the nose’s structure. Should you need additional cartilage grafting, your cosmetic surgeon will retrieve the extra cartilages from other areas of your body, such as the ears. After completing the surgery, the nasal tissues and skin will be re-draped, and the openings stitched together.

A well-done nose job will leave no marks from the incisions after a few months of healing. However, immediately after surgery, your wounds will be stitched and dressed to prevent infections. The results are immediate, although you might want to take a few days for the swelling and bruising to go down before revealing the results.

What Should You Expect from Recovery?

Patience is vital during recovery from rhinoplasty. Due to the swelling and bruising from the surgery, expect difficulty breathing, which gets better as you continue to heal. The first 24 hours will be uncomfortable. Your cosmetic surgeon should prescribe a pain killer for the pain. You may also try applying an ice pack to offer additional relief from the pain. After seven days, you may head back into the clinic for the cast or splints to be removed. The changes from the nose job will continue to shift gradually over time up to one year when you can enjoy full rhinoplasty results.

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Have you been exploring rhinoplasty and the benefits it has to offer? You came to the right place. Call us today to book an appointment with Dr. Dallas Homas or Dr. Lisa Brostrom at New Image Plastic Surgery in San Antonio, TX.

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