As we age, our skin undergoes changes due to the loss of collagen and elastin, reducing its firmness. These changes are accelerated by sun exposure, environmental pollutants, and lifestyle factors like smoking and excessive alcohol intake. Fortunately, various facial rejuvenation techniques are available in Orange County to help restore a youthful, radiant complexion. This article explores both surgical and non-surgical options, providing valuable information for those seeking to enhance their appearance.
Understanding Facial Aging
Facial aging is a complex process involving the descent and loss of facial fat and connective tissues, leading to skin stretching and sagging. Addressing these concerns requires a customized approach, considering individual needs and lifestyles.
Surgical Facial Rejuvenation Procedures
Facelift
A facelift is a surgical procedure designed to smooth wrinkles and loose skin, restoring the facial profile. It is often combined with other procedures for comprehensive rejuvenation.
Neck Lift
A neck lift removes excess skin and fat while tightening and sculpting the jawline, addressing sagging skin and fat around the chin and jawline. Chin implants can also be used in conjunction with a neck lift to enhance the overall result.
Eyelid Surgery (Blepharoplasty)
Upper and lower eyelid surgery can address sagging and wrinkles in the eye area, rejuvenating the upper face.
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Brow/Temple Lift
A brow or temple lift can address sagging in the brow and forehead area, improving the appearance of the upper face.
Fat Transfer
A fat transfer procedure can fill in hollows in the cheeks using autologous fat grafting, restoring volume to the mid-face.
Non-Surgical Facial Rejuvenation Procedures
Ultherapy
Ultherapy is an FDA-approved, state-of-the-art treatment that enhances the facial profile and promotes skin tightening non-invasively. It uses ultrasound energy to stimulate the body’s natural collagen production, tightening loose skin around the face and neck, as well as rejuvenating skin along the eyebrows and chin. Results from a single treatment can last for several years, with no recovery period.
How Ultherapy Works:
Ultherapy uses ultrasound energy to stimulate the natural response of the body’s own collagen to lift and tighten facial skin and firm up the underlying soft tissue. The technology also involves the use of acoustic imaging that helps a cosmetic surgeon or a certified Ulthera expert to view the soft tissue layers underneath the skin prior to treatment, ensuring accurate and uniform application of ultrasound energy.
Benefits of Ultherapy:
- Non-invasive skin tightening and lifting
- No cuts, scars, or disruption of the skin's surface
- Improves skin quality from the inside out
- Natural-looking results
Laser Skin Resurfacing
Laser skin resurfacing is an effective treatment for restoring skin vibrancy and reducing signs of aging such as fine lines, wrinkles, sun damage, acne scars, and pigmentation issues. It involves applying precise laser energy to the skin's surface, penetrating deep into the dermis without harming surrounding tissue. This stimulates new collagen growth and removes damaged skin cells.
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Benefits of Laser Skin Resurfacing:
- Reduces fine lines and wrinkles
- Corrects sun damage and pigmentation issues
- Minimizes acne scars
- Stimulates collagen production
CO2 Laser Skin Resurfacing:
CO2 laser treatment is revolutionizing skin rejuvenation, stimulating blood circulation and enhancing nutrition for faster healing. It can be used on various body areas, including the neck, chest, hands, arms, legs, and face.
Microneedling
Microneedling involves creating tiny punctures in the skin to stimulate collagen production. It offers less downtime, recovery, and risks than other fractional CO2 skin resurfacing procedures. Most patients can return to normal activities within 1-3 days following treatment.
Benefits of Microneedling:
- Less downtime compared to laser resurfacing
- Stimulates collagen production
- Improves skin texture and tone
- Reduces the appearance of acne scars
Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) Therapy
PRP therapy involves applying one's blood to the treatment area to enhance wound healing. Platelets are crucial in wound healing, and PRP injections are prepared by concentrating platelets from a patient's blood. PRP stimulates new cell growth and helps the body heal naturally over time.
"Vampire Facial":
A "Vampire Facial" is a popularized skin rejuvenation treatment which involves applying one's blood to the treatment area to enhance wound healing.
PRP with Microneedling:
PRP can be used to rejuvenate facial skin following microneedling treatments and CO2 laser skin resurfacing procedures and to stimulate dormant hair follicles to return to the growth phase. For PRP facial rejuvenation, the serum is applied after the laser or microneedling treatment, so that the PRP can penetrate the epidermis and enter the dermal layer of the skin.
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Injectable Treatments: Neuromodulators (Botox, Dysport, Xeomin, Jeuveau)
Neuromodulators like Botox and Dysport are popular non-surgical facial rejuvenation procedures. They work by blocking nerve signals to facial muscles, temporarily stopping muscle contractions and reducing dynamic wrinkles such as frown lines, forehead creases, and crow’s feet.
Dermal Fillers (JUVÉDERM®, Restylane®)
Dermal fillers treat static wrinkles caused by sun damage, declining collagen production, and aging. They can reverse volume loss in the aging process, restoring volume and lifting sagging skin for a rejuvenated appearance. Newer dermal fillers have become available with unique consistencies and properties suited for different areas of the face. Dermal filler treatments are now customized to treat each patient’s unique needs and provide optimal results.
Benefits of Dermal Fillers:
- Reduces smile and laugh lines
- Minimizes marionette lines and parentheses lines
- Restores volume to the temples, cheekbones, and jaws
- Lifts sagging skin
Kybella
KYBELLA® offers an injectable treatment to destroy fat cells and achieve slimmer angles in the face. This is possible with the product’s key ingredient - deoxycholic acid - which allows the body to naturally metabolize the targeted fat over the weeks following injections.
Thread Lifting
Thread lifting offers a non-surgical facelift alternative by inserting dissolvable threads beneath the skin to lift and tighten sagging areas. This procedure stimulates collagen production, resulting in a firmer, more youthful appearance.
Rejuran
Originating from South Korea, Rejuran is a skin booster treatment utilizing polynucleotides (PN) to promote skin regeneration. It improves skin elasticity, reduces fine lines, and enhances overall skin texture.
Fillmed
Fillmed's range of facial moisturizers combines hyaluronic acid, vitamins, and amino acids to deeply hydrate and nourish the skin.
Exosome Therapy
Exosome therapy is a cutting-edge treatment that utilizes extracellular vesicles to promote skin regeneration and repair. By delivering growth factors and genetic materials to skin cells, exosomes enhance collagen production, reduce inflammation, and improve overall skin quality.
Skin Lightening Treatments
Addressing hyperpigmentation and uneven skin tone, skin lightening treatments utilize safe and effective methods to brighten the complexion.
Customized Facials
Customized facials cater to various skin types and concerns, offering deep cleansing, exfoliation, and hydration.
Aesthetic Skin Care
Aesthetic skin care is the foundation of healthy, radiant skin. A range of customized treatments to address skin’s unique needs, from deep hydration to anti-aging solutions are offered. Expert team uses medical-grade products and techniques to improve skin tone, texture, and overall appearance. Treatments are designed to help achieve beautiful, healthy skin from tackling fine lines to achieving that youthful glow.
Choosing the Right Provider
Selecting a qualified and experienced provider is crucial for achieving the best possible results. Seek providers who are licensed, experienced, and have positive reviews, as well as before-and-after photos.
Experienced Professionals in Orange County:
- Dr. H.M. Seify: A board-certified cosmetic surgeon at Newport Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Dr. Seify is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons and a member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS).
- Dr. George Brennan: A cosmetic surgeon in Newport Beach specializing in CO2 laser resurfacing treatments.
- Dr. Joseph T. Cruise: A board-certified plastic surgeon in Newport Beach, specializing in facial rejuvenation procedures.
- FAC Centers for Aesthetic Medicine: An award-winning cosmetic surgery center in Orange County with double-board certified facial plastic and plastic surgeons.
- Dr. Richard Gangnes: Specializes exclusively in facial cosmetic surgery and has over 30 years of experience.
- Dr. Brandon Boeckmann: Passionate about helping patients look and feel their best in the field of Facial Plastic Surgery.
- Dr. Monica Boeckmann: Is an expert Botox injector in Orange County, having treated thousands of patients, and is highly sought after for his natural results. As a double-board certified facial plastic and head and neck surgeon, Dr. Boeckmann has an in-depth understanding of facial anatomy.
Cost of Facial Rejuvenation Treatments
The cost of treatment depends on the provider and the form of treatment. Non-surgical treatments often require multiple appointments to obtain the highest quality of results. Fortunately, extra costs typically associated with surgical procedures, such as the anesthesia fee and facility fee, are not a factor when it comes to med spa treatments. Our office will be able to provide you with a cost estimate after discussing your concerns with you in a consultation. Plastic surgery financing is usually a popular payment option, which can help make med spa treatments more affordable. Dr. Sepehr accepts payment plans from CareCredit® and Prosper® Healthcare Lending for qualified patients.
Recovery and Downtime
Certain treatments, such as laser resurfacing or chemical peels, may require downtime of a few days to a week. Non-surgical treatments often require multiple appointments to obtain the highest quality of results. Injectable treatments and non-surgical facial rejuvenation generally don’t require any downtime from work. In fact, these services are so convenient that many patients undergo treatment during their lunch hour and return to work and their daily routine immediately. While some swelling, redness, or temporary bruising may occur, these reactions usually resolve naturally and can be managed with over-the-counter medications. Dr. Sepehr or your aesthetic provider will give you specific instructions on aftercare following your appointment, but patients should generally avoid sun exposure immediately after their treatment - especially with services like laser skin resurfacing.
Maintaining Results
Many med spa treatments will require regular touch-up treatments to preserve the results indefinitely. BOTOX® Cosmetic/Dysport® results last approximately 3-4 months. Fillers generally last until one year after injection, although the longevity of your rejuvenation will depend on which product was used and what areas were treated. Generally, people who enjoy the results of BOTOX® Cosmetic/Dysport® come in three times per year for maintenance. Ideally each time they come in, Dr. Sepehr and the patient evaluate the need for filler maintenance and do small amounts in each area that may need it. With this approach of not waiting for the filler to fully dissipate, your facial volume doesn’t “yo-yo” up and down and remains very stable. The rejuvenating effects of laser skin resurfacing can also be noticeable for several years after your treatment, especially when complemented with diligent application of good, medical-quality skincare products.
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