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What is the Best Age to Get a Facelift?

Posted November 19, 2012 in Facelift, Facial Surgery

There is no “rite of passage” age to get a facelift. As with most cosmetic surgeries, it is up to you when you want to undergo a facelift. However, there are various factors with this surgery that help determine when the right time is for you to receive this cosmetic procedure. Age, gravity, weight gain, […]

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How Long Does Botox Last?

Posted November 09, 2012 in Cosmetic Injectables

As unfortunate as it sounds, good things don’t always last forever.  This is true when it comes to eating a delicious ice cream cone, a great discount sale, and yes, the results of some cosmetic procedures. BOTOX® Cosmetic, one of the most popular cosmetic procedures performed, is used to reduce the look of wrinkles, fine […]

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Tummy Tuck or Liposuction: What’s the difference?

Posted November 07, 2012 in Liposuction

For the most part, people who are looking to reduce fat in their stomachs inquire about liposuction or a tummy tuck with their doctor.  While these are both effective in reducing stomach fat, it is important to understand the difference between the two.  Although they are often mistaken for being the same thing, these procedures […]

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Rhinoplasty Recovery Timeline

Posted November 07, 2012 in Recovery, Recovery Tips, Rhinoplasty

 

Your recovery from rhinoplasty will depend on your body’s natural ability to heal, your willingness to follow all of Dr. Martin O’Toole’s postoperative advice, and the rhinoplasty technique that was required to produce your desired results. The entire recovery process can take several months. However, you should be able to resume many of your normal activities much faster than that.

Recovery Timeline

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How Rhinoplasty is Performed

Posted November 07, 2012 in Facial Surgery, Rhinoplasty

 

Los Angeles plastic surgeon Dr. Martin O’Toole offers our patient options when it comes to rhinoplasty. No two noses are alike making no single technique ideal for every face. During your initial consultation with Dr. O’Toole, the rhinoplasty technique best suited to meet your needs will be determined.

Rhinoplasty Techniques

There are two primary techniques used in rhinoplasty surgery:

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Should I wait until after having children before undergoing breast enhancement?

Posted November 05, 2012 in Breast Augmentation, Mommy Makeover, Saline Breast Implants

Should I wait to have children before getting breast implants?  This is a common question among women who are considering breast augmentation.  There is not a definitive answer to this question, as it really depends on the patient. Research shows that breast implants do not pose any risk to the unborn child.  In addition, breast […]

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Are liposuction results permanent?

Posted November 01, 2012 in Liposuction

One of the most important factors prior to undergoing any cosmetic treatment is to have an understanding outlook on your procedure.  By having realistic expectations, you are more likely to be happy and satisfied with your end results. You do not want to go in to any procedure or surgery with the mindset that when […]

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Face Lift Surgery

Posted October 27, 2012 in Facelift, Facial Surgery

Age, sun exposure, gravity, and other unavoidable factors play into the look and feel of your skin. As these factors take their toll, your facial skin may start sagging and producing deep creases and wrinkles around your eyes, nose, chin, and neck. This loss of skin elasticity may cause you to appear significantly older than […]

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