Plastic surgeries are a standard medical procedure seen these days. There are many different types of facial plastic surgery. The most common are nose surgery, eyelid surgery, and facelifts. But many other procedures can be performed to improve the appearance of your face.
The first step is to decide which procedure is correct for you. Each procedure has its own benefits and risks. It would help if you also considered your overall health and skin condition.
Here are seven different types of facial plastic surgery:
Nose Surgery
Rhinoplasty is a medical procedure to reshape the nose. It can correct a wide variety of nasal problems, such as a crooked nose, a hump on the bridge of the nose, or a drooping tip.
It can also improve the appearance of the nose after an injury.
Eyelid Surgery
According to a report submitted by the American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, 2020, around 56 percent of surgeons reported that more people are demanding eyelid procedures to look less tired.
Blepharoplasty is a surgical procedure to remove excess fat, skin, and muscle from the eyelids. It can correct drooping eyelids, bags under the eyes, and wrinkles around the eyes.
Facelift
A facelift is a surgical procedure to tighten loose skin and muscles in the face and neck. It can reduce wrinkles, sagging skin, and age spots.
Neck Lift
A neck lift is a surgical procedure to tighten loose skin and muscles in the neck. It can reduce wrinkles, sagging skin, and age spots.
Brow Lift
A brow lift is a medical surgery to raise eyebrows and reduce wrinkles in the forehead.
Chin Augmentation
Chin augmentation is a surgical procedure to improve the appearance of the chin. It can increase or decrease the size of the chin, improve the shape of the chin, and correct deformities of the chin.
Lip Augmentation
Lip augmentation is a surgical procedure to increase the size of the lips. It can add volume to thin lips, make lips more symmetrical, and correct lip deformities.
Non-Surgical Procedures
Several non-surgical procedures can also be used to improve the appearance of your face.
These procedures include:
Botox – Botox is a neurotoxin injected into the muscles to relax them. It is used to reduce wrinkles and improve the appearance of the skin, making it look younger.
Dermal Fillers – Dermal fillers are materials injected into the skin to add volume and improve the appearance of the skin. They are used to reduce wrinkles, frown lines, and nasolabial folds.
Chemical Peel – A chemical peel is a procedure in which a chemical solution is applied to the skin to remove the outer layer. It is used to improve the appearance of sun-damaged, wrinkled skin.
Laser Skin Resurfacing – Laser skin resurfacing is a procedure in which a laser is applied to the skin to remove the outer layer of cells and improve the appearance of sun-damaged, wrinkled skin.
Microdermabrasion – Microdermabrasion is an outpatient procedure that uses fine crystals of aluminum oxide crystal tips to rub (abrade) the face and neck to exfoliate (remove dead cells). It can improve the appearance of facial scars, wrinkles, uneven pigmentation, and acne scars.
Radiofrequency Mole Removal – Radiofrequency mole removal uses radiofrequency energy for the noninvasive treatment of benign (noncancerous) moles. Radiofrequency energy is delivered to the mole through a special needle, causing heat damage to the mole tissue.
The treatment also stimulates the body’s natural collagen production, leading to tightening and smoothing the skin over time.
Why Consider a Board-certified Facial Plastic Surgeon?
When considering any facial plastic surgery, it is essential to choose a board-certified surgeon in facial plastic surgery.
Board certification requires the surgeon performing the medical procedure to meet specific educational and training requirements and be qualified to perform cosmetic surgery of the face. Surgeons must also pass an examination administered by the American Board of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery.
This means that board-certified surgeons have extensive experience in all aspects of facial plastic surgery and are familiar with the latest techniques and technologies.
They will advise you on which procedure is best for you, based on your individual needs and goals.
With in-depth knowledge and vast experience in facial plastic and reconstructive surgery, board-certified facial plastic surgeons are familiar with the treatments available. They can develop a treatment plan specifically for you.
It is important to understand that all facial plastic surgery procedures require extensive evaluation and planning to determine your specific goals and expectations, as well as an individualized treatment plan and routine that you should follow before and after the procedure.
Only when you take all the necessary precautions and follow the advice of your plastic surgeon will you be able to get the best results from your procedure.