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What to Expect After Blepharoplasty
Your eyes are one of your most noticed and expressive features. Unfortunately, they’re also one of the first places to show aging. Sagging or drooping eyelids can give you a tired or angry appearance, make it harder to apply makeup, and even hinder your vision. An eyelid lift can rejuvenate your eyes for a refreshed, younger look. What is Blepharoplasty? Blepharoplasty, also known as an eyelid lift, is a cosmetic surgery to tighten skin and reposition the fat pads under the eyes to restore a brighter, more youthful appearance. An upper [...]
How Long Does It Take a Nose Job to Heal?
Many people are dissatisfied with the shape or size of their noses. Rhinoplasty can reshape your nose and improve its appearance. Dr. Stein is a double-board-certified plastic surgeon with over 26 years of experience helping people achieve their aesthetic goals. What is a Nose Job (Rhinoplasty)? Rhinoplasty, often called a nose job, is a surgery to reshape the nose. It is used to improve your nose's shape, size, or function. There are several types of rhinoplasty to address both aesthetic and functional concerns. View More Patient Results [...]
How Long Do Chin Implants Last?
A well-defined chin can significantly improve a person’s facial profile. Dr. Stein has over 26 years of experience performing plastic surgery procedures to enhance his patients’ faces and features. A chin implant may offer the contoured appearance you’re looking for. What is Chin Augmentation? Chin augmentation, or chin implant surgery, uses a silicone implant to add volume and definition to the chin. This procedure can strengthen a weak chin that doesn’t project forward enough and enhances the profile of the lower face. Chin augmentation can be performed as part of a [...]
What Is the Average Cost of a Nose Job?
Nose jobs have become one of the most popular surgeries in the cosmetic industry. As a prominent facial feature, the nose heavily affects your overall appearance. Beyond aesthetics, nose jobs also help patients with functional concerns such as a deviated septum causing difficulty breathing. At Stein Plastic Surgery, no two nose jobs are the same. Dr. Stein personalizes your procedure to fit your lifestyle, concerns, and goals. What Types of Nose Jobs Are Offered at Stein Plastic Surgery? Stein Plastic Surgery offers a variety of rhinoplasty procedures for patients. The two [...]
How Soon Can I Get a Revision Rhinoplasty?
Nose jobs have quickly become a prominent cosmetic procedure in the United States. As one of the more prominent facial features, even minor corrections can completely change your appearance and confidence. Some people, however, find themselves unhappy with the results of their rhinoplasty procedures. At Stein Plastic Surgery, Dr. Stein performs revision rhinoplasties to help his patients achieve their desired results. What is Revision Rhinoplasty?As nose jobs become more common, some people have found themselves unhappy with the outcomes of their rhinoplasty. Some patients' results are less than expected or worse than before surgery. [...]
How Long Does Blepharoplasty Surgery Take?
As we age, our eyelids begin to sag, which can cause us to appear tired, angry, or frustrated. Sagging eyelids can sometimes cause vision impairment, which is dangerous for driving and many other everyday activities. Upper and lower blepharoplasty can restore your bright appearance and protect your eyesight. What is Blepharoplasty? Blepharoplasty, or an eyelid lift, is a surgical procedure to reposition fat, remove loose skin, and tighten underlying muscles around the eyelids for facial rejuvenation. Two types of blepharoplasty include upper eyelid lifts and lower eyelid lifts. These two may [...]
How Much is Revision Rhinoplasty?
The structure of the nose is incredibly detailed and complex. As a result, some people experience poor outcomes from their initial rhinoplasty procedure. Revision rhinoplasty provides another opportunity for patients to achieve the nose they want. What is Revision Rhinoplasty? Revision rhinoplasty corrects unsatisfactory results from previous rhinoplasty surgery. Dr. Stein performs an open rhinoplasty to restore your nose to allow for the most access to your tissue. Some patients may require donor cartilage or tissue. Revision rhinoplasty is more risky and complicated than primary rhinoplasty due to working around previous [...]
Am I a Candidate for a Brow Lift?
As we age, our bodies and facial features naturally change. Many people notice their eyebrows slowly descend lower on the face as they grow older. The drooping eyebrows can cause you to appear consistently angry. Brow lifts adjust the position of the muscles and tissue to restore your youthful expressions. What is a Brow Lift? A brow lift, or eyebrow lift, is a surgical procedure to correct a downward shifting eyebrow by removing the excess skin and tightening the underlying muscles. If needed, Dr. Stein may also readjust the position of [...]
What Not to Do After Rhinoplasty
Rhinoplasty is commonly used to correct a crooked nose or deviated septum, which can cause respiratory problems. Dr. Stein adjusts the appearance of the nose and performs functional rhinoplasties to allow his patients to breathe easily. What is Rhinoplasty?Dr. Stein performs rhinoplasty for functional and cosmetic purposes to improve the shape of the nose, repair an injury or improve respiratory function. Dr. Stein performs rhinoplasties, or nose jobs, on an outpatient basis with IV sedation.Most of your incisions are on the inside of your nose or along its natural creases, ensuring inconspicuous scars. [...]
Am I a Candidate for a Nose Job?
If your nose shape, size, or position causes you to feel insecure about your appearance, Dr. Stein performs rhinoplasty procedures for any race or gender and a majority of ages. Even if you already have had a nose job, Dr. Stein can improve the appearance and function of the nose for patients in Raleigh, NC. What is a Nose Job? A nose job is a surgical procedure to correct the shape, size, or repair damage to the nose. The technical name for a nose job is rhinoplasty. Nose jobs may reduce [...]