We know that genes impact the process of aging, but how does your ethnicity and skin tone play a role in the aging process? There are similar characteristics and features associated with the same skin color and tone. Those with light skin color tend to have smaller pores, higher skin sensitivity, dryer skin, skin that turns red more easily,...
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Dr. Paul L. Leong of Sistine Plastic Surgery talks about the benefits of surgical and non-surgical facial rejuvenation and who is typically a good candidate for each type of procedure. Pittsburgh, PA – According to the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, more than 10 million cosmetic enhancement procedures were performed in 2014...
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Have you been looking for a way to improve sagging cheeks and wrinkles without surgery? Introducing Restylane® Lyft – currently FDA approved for the treatment of hollow cheeks and smile lines! Restylane® Lyft is a new hyaluronic acid that works by adding volume to the cheeks and filling in lines and wrinkles. This new treatment can improve...
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We have a wide array of patients that vary in age and all get Botox Cosmetic. But when is the “best time” to start Botox Cosmetic injections? This will vary for each patient, depending on their skin type and the amount of lines they have. Women with lighter skin complexions tend to form more lines and wrinkles compared to those with darker...
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We see many patients who for years, did not adequately protect their skin and are now facing the consequences. Frequent sun exposure can make the skin lose its elasticity, increase wrinkles and fine lines, and create leathery, thick skin. The sooner the patient has more time in the sun, the sooner the skin will age. To combat damage, the skin...
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Depending on your condition or concern, choosing a doctor can be a very challenging and critical decision. Approximately 200 patients from 2001-2002 being treated at the Mayo clinic, categorized the traits they felt were most important in selecting a doctor. These include a doctor who is confident, empathetic, compassionate, honest, respectful,...
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At Manchester University, researchers decided to conduct a study to find out what part of the face most men are attracted to. Fifty men were selected to review pictures of various women while scientists studied their eye movements. Do you think they were more drawn to the eyes, lips, smile or hair? Lips took first place in this study. But,...
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Women are not the only ones feeling the pressure to always look their best. Surgical and non-surgical cosmetic treatments are on the rise in men. The American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery indicates that male cosmetic procedures have increased as much as 43% in the last five years. Some of the most common male procedures requested...
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Dr. Paul Leong delivered a course on state of the art Facelifting Techniques at the 11th International Symposium of Facial Plastic Surgery. Dr. Paul Leong was honored to present the latest techniques and refinements in facelift surgery. This international symposium was attended by many of the leading plastic surgeons in the world and offered a...
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What is Kybella and what patients might benefit from this new innovation? Kybella is a recently FDA approved non-surgical treatment to dissolve excessive fat under the chin. It is a new tool that will help facial plastic surgeons address the dreaded “double chin” without surgery or liposuction. The active ingredient in Kybella, deoxycholic...
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