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Focus on the Jawline
The jawline can be a crucial part of facial aesthetics. A strong jawline in men is often associated with attractiveness and confidence. For women, a jawline can represent youth and beauty. Allergan (the maker of BOTOX and JUVEDERM) has just released a filler created specifically for the jawline. This long-lasting filler is now available at aesthetic…
Read MoreSurgical Option for Fuller, Lifted Lips
A lip lift is a surgical procedure that shortens the space between the nose and the top of the lip. This increases the amount of pink lip tissue that’s visible, which makes the lips look fuller and more pronounced. It can also increase how much your upper center teeth show when your lips are resting. It leaves a…
Read MoreWhat is Buccal Fat Removal?
Buccal fat is fat between your cheekbones and jaw bones in your face. These fat pads help make up the shape of your face. Buccal fat removal is a surgery to remove the fat in this area of your face. This can highlight the bone structure in your face, especially your cheekbones and the hollowed-out…
Read MoreAm I Too Old for Cosmetic Surgery?
You are never too old to reap the benefits of cosmetic surgery. There are some conditions that need to be met, but these apply at every age and for every person having surgery – such as realistic goals and expectations and good health. You must be up for the rigors of surgery, anesthesia and recovery from…
Read MoreSay Goodbye to that Double Chin
Are you looking for a “snatched” jawline? Are you tired of pushing yourself at the gym but still seeing no changes to your double chin? You are not alone! A stubborn double chin or sometimes called extra submental fat may not be your fault. Age, genetics, and lifestyle (i.e. diet and exercise) influence the size…
Read MoreSpotlight Procedure: CO2 Laser Resurfacing
WHAT IS FRACTIONAL LASER RESURFACING? The fractional CO2 laser creates tiny “columns of thermal destruction” in the skin that stimulate the growth of new, healthy skin cells to replace old, damaged cells. This procedure treats wrinkles, discoloration, sun damage, age spots, and acne scars. Instead of removing skin layers with chemicals, the CO2 laser removes…
Read MoreDr. Madorsky speaks to California Dermatologists about Trends in Cosmetic Dermatology
Dr. Simon Madorsky, facial plastic surgeon, addressed an audience of California Dermatologists at the CalDerm Symposium, September 23-25 in Carlsbad. He spoke on Fillers and Nuromuscular Toxins (such as Botox), providing advice and tips for these injectables, as well as explaining relevant facial anatomy. He also spoke to the group about wound repair, including various…
Read MoreA Decade with Dr. Daines!
September marks the 10 Year Anniversary of Dr. Steven Daines in practice at the Appearance Center of Newport Beach. As a thank you to patients, we are offering some incentives to come and see Dr. Daines in the month of September: – 10% off Botox/Dysport; – 10% off filler; – 10% off CO2 laser with complimentary exosomes (a $200 value)(book…
Read MoreAloha Dr. Dunn!
We are thrilled to announce that Dr. Brandyn Dunn, a Board-Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon, has joined our growing team. Born in Southern California and raised in Hawaii, Dr. Dunn has incorporated the Aloha spirit into both his personal and professional life. In the Hawaiian language, Aloha is not only hello or goodbye, but also means…
Read MoreFearful of Filler?
Dermal fillers, also called injectables, are a safe and effective way to enhance your appearance without the need for invasive surgery or downtime, but results are very dependent on the injector. At the Appearance Center, our providers are highly-trained medical professionals, familiar with the unique anatomy of the face, and have had extensive training and…
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