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Sep
Which Lip Filler Lasts the Longest?
What determines how long a lip filler lasts is its consistency, or what we call G prime. The thicker the consistency, the longer it's going to last. But you have to balance this, especially in the lip, with what is going to feel good in your lips. It should feel soft and na...
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Sep
What Is the Best Age for Otoplasty?
The ideal age for otoplasty is when the ears reach their maximum size. So this is the size of an adult, which actually happens quite early, around age five to six. This is also an ideal age because the patient hasn't really started school yet. They may be in kindergarten or...
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Sep
How Many Grafts Are Needed for an Eyebrow Transplant?
How many graphs are needed for an eyebrow transplant? So, this depends on if you're just filling in the brows that you have, or if you’re totally transplanting an entire eyebrow. If it’s just a filling, this can be as small as 100-200 grafts. It won’t take...
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Sep
How Much Does It Cost to Move Your Hairline Forward?
The cost to move your hairline forward depends on your geographic location, desired outcome, and surgeon. Hairline advancement is the process of moving your hairline forward to correct a receding hairline or for those who have a prominent forehead. Here's a quick guide. How...
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Sep
Which Is Better, a Chemical Peel or Laser Skin Resurfacing?
If the goal of resurfacing is skin tightening and collagen stimulation, laser skin resurfacing offers generally better results than a chemical peel. Chemical peels and laser resurfacing are two different ways to get to the same end-point. The idea of both are to exfoliate t...
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Sep
How Much Does Chin Augmentation Cost?
The cost of chin augmentation depends on the type of procedure involved. The chin can be augmented in three ways; dermal fillers, fat transfer, or implants, each with different costs associated with them. Here's a quick guide. How much do chin implants cost? The cost of chi...
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Sep
How Long Does It Take to Recover from Blepharoplasty?
It typically takes about one week to fully recover from blepharoplasty, while scars continue to diminish over the following few months, fading into the skin. Proper prep and post care is essential to quicker healing. Here's a quick guide. What is the fastest way to recover...
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Sep
How Long Does Cheek Augmentation Last?
Cheek augmentation with Juvederm Voluma can last up to 18 months, while a cheek implant is permanent. There are three types of cheek augmentation procedures, each with varying lifespans. Here's a quick guide. How can I augment my cheeks? You can augment your cheeks cosmetic...
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Sep
How Long Does a Lip Lift Last?
A lip lift is a surgical procedure with results that last for many years, unlike dermal fillers that wear off over the course of several months. And while most of my patients are happy with their lip lift, you do have the option to get a lip lift and follow up with lip fillers, i...
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Sep
Can You Wear Makeup After Laser Skin Resurfacing?
You should not wear makeup after full CO2 laser skin resurfacing for at least 10 days. This is to prevent infection as the skin heals. During the first 2 weeks following the treatment new skin is tender and vulnerable. You will get detailed instructions on which ointments to use...
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