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What to Do about Dark Undereye Circles

If you have dark undereye circles you may be tempted to treat them on your own with over-the-counter remedies. But topical products can only address the symptoms: a true solution requires the expertise of an experienced facial plastic surgeon. As a triple board-certified surgeon with years of experience in plastic surgery, Dr. Jose Barrera has… Read More »

Revision Rhinoplasty | Nasal Tip Refinement and Hump Removal

Our patient underwent rhinoplasty with San Antonio Facial Plastic Surgeon, Dr. Jose Barrera. The goal of rhinoplasty was to bring attention to her eyes and lips. Transformation in rhinoplasty is best achieved with natural results. Rhinoplasty is a transforming procedure which can improve nasal breathing as well as form and shape. People naturally focus on… Read More »

Periorbital Rejuvenation: Combining Brow Lift with Eyelid Surgery

Perhaps the most prominent and expressive area of the face includes the eyes, brows and forehead. Unfortunately, this area is also extremely susceptible to the aging process. With advancing age, the eyelids can become puffy or droopy, the brows can sag and the forehead can develop prominent wrinkles. Dr. Jose Barrera, an experienced San Antonio… Read More »

Dr. Jose Barrera Featured in August issue of San Antonio Medicine

Treating a Root Cause of Nasal Airway Obstruction: The evolution of treatment modalities for nasal valve collapse Dr. Jose Barerra was recently featured in the August 2018 edition, Volume 71 No. 8, of the San Antonio Medicine Magazine with his article on Treating a Root Cause of Nasal Airway Obstruction.  It is estimated that more than… Read More »

Understanding the Aging Process

The first step in choosing a skin or facial rejuvenation procedure is identifying your needs. Understanding the aging process can help you pinpoint your needs, as well as make all the difference in selecting the right treatment. In this blog post, San Antonio facial plastic surgeon Dr. Jose Barrera sheds light on the aging process,… Read More »

The Top Minimally Invasive Procedures According to ASPS

Approximately 17.5 million cosmetic procedures were performed in 2017, according to the latest report from the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS). Even more interesting: minimally invasive procedures accounted for 15.7 million of the total procedures. San Antonio facial plastic surgeon Dr. Jose Barrera reveals the top five procedures in this blog post.

CO2 Laser Resurfacing with Sculptra

CO2 Laser Resurfacing with Facial Fillers are an effective method to treat atrophic scars, acne scars, and facial volume loss due to aging. Facial Fillers that are synergistic with ablative laser resurfacing include Sculptra Aesthetic and most Hyaluronic Acid Fillers such as Restylane, Lyft, Juvederm, and Volume. Atrophic scars are caused by injury to the… Read More »

Facial Rejuvenation With Patients | Total Facial Makeover

Facial Rejuvenation with Dr. Jose Barrera, MD Facial Rejuvenation Patients seeking facial rejuvenation, cosmetic surgery, and facial plastic surgery experience a positive change and well being when performed to improve one’s self image and wellness. Facial rejuvenation with Dr. Jose Barrera, MD focuses on improving balance and symmetry of the face, facial volume, and improvement… Read More »