Explore Your Facelift and Face Surgery Options in SF
There are a number of issues that someone may want to address with facial cosmetic surgery such as tightening sagging skin, reducing lines and wrinkles, facial and neck fatty deposits as well as reducing the appearance of scars and skin blemishes that may be playing down on the self-esteem.
Injuries are another big one as this can lead to unsightly scars. Some people have been in accidents that may have led to the nose or ears becoming misshapen. All of this can be corrected with specific facial plastic surgery procedures.
Indeed, cosmetic and plastic surgery is a great help for many people with imperfections on the face, because they can play a huge role in a decreased self-esteem and can have an effect on someone’s social life due to psychological disturbances that may arise from those imperfections.
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Traditional Facelift
When you are considering facelift cosmetic surgery in San Francisco know that Dr. Echavez is well regarded as one of the best cosmetic surgeons San Francisco have to offer. He and his staff offer a wide range of facial cosmetic surgery options with excellent medical standards.
Forehead lift
Forehead cosmetic surgery is an ideal procedure for those who wish to have a more youthful appearance in a short amount of time. Forehead cosmetic surgery, most commonly performed as a forehead lift, consists of tightening the skin of the forehead and raising the eyebrows to a more youthful position.
Rhinoplasty
Most people think that a Rhinoplasty is only done for cosmetic reasons, but that is not the case. Many people have medical reasons for undergoing this procedure; such as repairing a break in their nose or removing a growth. Dr. Echavez, in the San Francisco area, is an expert in both reconstructive and cosmetic surgery and can help you reach your Rhinoplasty goals whether they are strictly cosmetic or medical.
Eyelid Surgery
Surgery of the upper and lower eyelids is done to remove excess fat and skin and give the face a more rested and youthful appearance. Upper Eyelid Surgery involves removing excess skin and sometimes fat on the upper eyelid. The incision for the surgery is hidden in the eyelid crease and generally heals quickly with little or no pain. Lower Eyelid Surgery removes bags under the eyes and can tighten the skin.
Cheek & Chin Implants
Cheek implants can be used to augment the flattened appearance of the cheekbones.
Ear Surgery (Otoplasty)
Otoplasty is a procedure that corrects protrusion of the ears and thus moves the ears closer to the head. The surgery to correct protruding ears is performed in an outpatient surgery center and involves the use of light sedation. Dr. Echavez offers cosmetic ear surgery (otoplasty) in San Francisco with great results!
Liposuction
Liposuction in the neck area removes fat to provide more definition. The procedure is performed in an outpatient surgery center and requires light sedation. Most people experience little pain after the procedure and the recovery period is about one week. We offer liposuction in San Francisco.
Scar Revision
Many scars, including those caused by acne, can be made less conspicuous with minor surgical procedures. Some scars are best treated with surgical methods, while others may respond better to laser resurfacing or dermabrasion. Some may also be improved with injectable fillers.
Blemish, Scar & Lump Removal
This includes the removal of cysts, moles, lumps, such as lipomas, and other skin lesions. Spider veins, pigmented lesions and certain birth marks, such as port wine stains can also be treated by using a laser. Frequently, these procedures can easily be performed in the office and involve little recovery time.n to their face.
Laser Resurfacing
Laser skin resurfacing is a deeper method to affect the skin. It is used in the treatment of wrinkles and other superficial skin conditions such as sun-damaged spots. It can also be appropriate in improving acne scarring.
What to Consider
As with any procedure and surgery, there are some risks, but when it comes to simple procedures the risks is usually extremely minimal. Some procedures require certain recovery time and the wanted results are achieved within a certain time after surgery.
Always be sure to talk to Dr. Echavez about what results you want to achieve and have a look at our collection of before and after photos that we can provide during your in-office consultation.
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Once you have found the treatment that you would like to receive or need to have more specific advice, we welcome you to visit us to discuss your cosmetic goals. Ready to get started right now? You can receive a consultation from Dr. Echavez by submitting the form below.
