Getting through each day takes a toll on your skin. Over time, life’s everyday stressors begin to reflect on your skin – and these can leave visible marks on your appearance, affecting your self-esteem and your overall sense of wellness and happiness. Facial rejuvenation may help you turn back the clock and regain some confidence. To determine… Read More »
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How to Get Glowing Skin This Holiday Season With Laser Skin Resurfacing
What do you hope to find under the tree this year? Well, if you’re dreaming of better skin, you won’t find it wrapped up in pretty paper or stuffed in your stocking. Laser resurfacing is one of the most effective options for repairing years of sun damage and improving aging skin’s appearance. What can our… Read More »
Comparing Upper Facelift, Mid Facelift, and Lower Facelift
As we get older, we tend to ignore the frown lines and wrinkles on our faces that give away our age. However, in today’s world of social media and video calls, our wrinkles, frown lines, sagging skin, loss of volume on the cheeks, not to mention the formation of jowls, all make it evident that… Read More »
CONTENT Why Facelifts Are Growing More Popular With Younger People
When we think about a typical facelift patient, we immediately think of older people like our parents wanting to turn back time and reverse those signs of aging on their faces. However, increasing numbers of younger people, especially millennials, are taking control of the “prejuvenation” process by actively preventing or slowing down their visible signs of aging…. Read More »
All You Need to Know About Facial Exfoliations & the Chemical Peel Process
The skin is our first and most significant barrier that protects our bodies from potential harm from the outside world. It is also one of the first things people notice about us and is an aspect of our appearance that many people struggle with. From acne to uneven skin tone, dry skin, oily skin, and… Read More »
How a Brow Lift Can Really Make the Face
The face, particularly the upper third of the face, is often the first part of our bodies to show tell-tale signs of aging. With the gradual appearance of fine lines, then semi-permanent, and finally permanent forehead wrinkles, the forehead and brow are one of the primary areas of concern for many patients experiencing aging. Here,… Read More »
5 Ways Laser Treatments Reduce Acne Scarring
Acne is the most common skin concern in the U.S., affecting over 50 million Americans every year. Technical advances in dermatology and medicine have provided laser treatments capable of helping patients with their acne. Here, Dr. Barrera discusses five ways in which laser treatments such as photofractional laser resurfacing, vascular laser treatment, laser resurfacing can… Read More »
Benefits of Non-Surgical Lip Lift Surgery
In some cases, people are naturally blessed with full voluptuous lips, such as Angelina Jolie. In other cases, patients can change the position and appearance of their lips without needing any surgery or anesthesia. Here, Dr. Barrera discusses how a non-surgical lip lift can help you get the lips you desire and why we find… Read More »
How Chin Augmentation Can Help You Achieve a More Balanced Profile
A hallmark of a robust, balanced facial profile is a well-defined chin. For most cultures worldwide, men with a powerful chin and women with a slightly V-shaped or heart-shaped chin are considered highly attractive. Just think about Scarlett Johansson’s beautiful face or Vin Diesel’s powerful presence. Many people believe that a strong chin can only… Read More »
What is the Best Facial Procedure for Your Goals?
Each patient who visits Dr. Jose Barrera brings a unique story and a unique set of ambitions and reasons for exploring reconstructive or cosmetic facial surgery. While each individual is unique, the natural aging process and life create certain parallels between people. This means that there are some ideal facial procedures that can achieve a variety of different goals. Whether you… Read More »
