Otoplasty, or cosmetic ear surgery, is a surgical treatment that alters the shape, appearance, and size of your ears. It’s a relatively straightforward operation that can significantly restore your self-confidence by improving your ears’ position and proportion. Otoplasty is a solution for overly prominent or misshapen ears, or for earlobes that have stretched or… Read More »
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Ultrasonic Rhinoplasty
Achieving flawless, natural-looking plastic surgery results requires surgeons to stay abreast of the latest tools and techniques. That’s why Dr. Barrera uses cutting-edge ultrasonic rhinoplasty technology to achieve only the most precise results for his patients. How Do We Incorporate Structure With Ultrasonic Rhinoplasty? Ultrasonic rhinoplasty is a surgical procedure that uses high-frequency ultrasonic waves… 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 »
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 »
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 »
Is Facial Fat Grafting Better Than Dermal Fillers?
The face is one of the first parts of the body to show signs of aging. As time marches forward, the skin, fat tissue, and musculature of our faces gradually begin to lose their youthful contours and elasticity. This leads to fine lines, wrinkles, sunken features, and a lack of definition in our facial characteristics…. Read More »
Can You Combine Rhinoplasty and Sinus Surgery?
The nose sits at the center of our face. As such, it is an essential aesthetic focal point, but it is also a vital organ that facilitates our breathing. For many people in the U.S., their nose can be a source of discomfort, either for aesthetic or functional reasons. A question that patients frequently ask… Read More »
How a Rhinoplasty Procedure Can Improve Your Breathing Ability
Rhinoplasty surgery is one of the five most popular cosmetic procedures in the U.S. With more than 220,000 rhinoplasties performed each year, it’s clear there are many benefits to gain from the procedure. For many people, a rhinoplasty may be an aesthetic decision to surgically alter their nose’s appearance and to improve harmony among all… Read More »
What Can Dysport Injections Do for You?
The gradual appearance of fine lines and wrinkles is one of the most common aesthetic concerns patients bring to Dr. Barrera. While this is a natural process of skin proteins breaking down and skin gradually losing its elasticity, many options are available to those wishing to reduce the amount of wrinkling they experience. Botox is… Read More »
