Can Exercises or Creams Lift My Face?

Posted on February 21, 2012 by admin

Dr. Kaplan acknowledges that there are many products advertised that suggest they can reverse the effects of time on the face and neck region. However, when asked if exercises or creams can lift a face, Dr. Kaplan candidly describes what can be accomplished with creams and exercises and what cannot. While some creams or treatments can address fine lines and/or the appearance of the skin in the short term, facial concerns about a face dropping or heavy eyelids most often require surgery for a permanent solution. In addition he assures his patients that gravity is a factor that requires more attention earlier if you want to maintain a youthful appearance longer and reduce the necessity for a dramatic change in your appearance.

In this video, Doctor Kaplan discusses cosmetic concerns and what can be improved upon with exercises and creams and the concerns that will require surgery for significant improvement. Doctor Kaplan’s extensive experience performing facial cosmetic procedures of the face and neck for over 30 year affords him a strong prediction about what solutions provide an actual improvement in appearance and those products or exercises which are simply no help at all. Find out more about Dr. Kaplans practice when you watch this video and his many other question and answer videos on his channel Can Creams or Exercises Lift My Face?

Dr. Kaplan specializes in cosmetic procedures of the face and neck exclusively. He feels strongly that faces are unique to your heritage and your personal care over time. Therefore he would not make a suggestion regarding the specific treatment of a patients condition without examining a patient in person. If you are interested in finding out more? Schedule a free consultation with Dr. Kaplan and find out which cosmetic procedure is right for you.

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Why would my face surgeon suggest injectables and surgery?

Posted on February 3, 2012 by admin

When determining which type of rejuvenation procedure will best achieve your “beauty” objectives, it is important to understand that injectable muscle relaxers or fillers and laser procedures are generally not substitutes for surgery. They often compliment each other rather than being a replacement for the other(s). Since they address different stages and effects of the aging process, each has its specific role in a rejuvenation plan and may be used alone or in combination. Lasers, muscle relaxers (Botox/Dysport), and skin care often address issues related to a deterioration of the tone and elasticity of the skin and the muscles supporting the skin as well as the texture and pigment of the skin. Injectable fillers are prescribed to address volume loss and surgery most effectively addresses sagging.

To provide a natural look, a cosmetic surgeon focuses on creating balance which means that the more training and expertise they have, the more tools in their beauty “toolbox” and the more likely they will prescribe the optimal treatment plan for you. Consulting with a facial cosmetic specialist who is trained in the full range of rejuvenation alternatives – surgical as well as non-surgical – will provide you with you the most effective and comprehensive treatment plan and often the most economical.

In this video, Doctor Kaplan discusses injectables and how the products have improved over time. His extensive experience in applying injectables to the face for over 30 year provides his patients with superior choices and the best results. Find out more about Dr. Kaplans practice when you watch this video What makes Dr. Kaplan an Injectables specialist?

Interested in finding out more? Schedule a free consultation with Dr. Kaplan and find out which cosmetic procedure is right for you.

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Injections or Surgery for your Face—When to Choose?

Posted on January 28, 2012 by admin

Injections or Surgery: When’s the Right Time? Posted Friday, January 13, 2012 by NewBeauty Staff. Perhaps you have been considering a procedure to address your aging skin. Do you opt for an injectable like Botox or Dysport to stop muscle movement or a filler like Juvéderm or Radiesse to add volume? Or is it time for surgery in the form of a facelift, browlift or eyelift?

Your plastic surgeon may suggest that you give fillers a try if you have relatively good skin elasticity, but have lost some of the fullness in your face. Fillers can plump up areas that are beginning to look a bit gaunt, but they cannot address excessively sagging skin. If wrinkles are bothering you, injectables like Botox or Dysport may fit the bill to stop the facial movements (like squinting) that cause the lines.

If you have tried injectables or fillers and feel that you look “puffy” or “doughy,” it may be time to move on to surgery. If you have sagging skin, surgery is more effective.

However, since some areas of your face may need more aggressive attention than others, don’t be surprised if your doctor suggests injectables or fillers in conjunction with surgery to help you achieve the most natural, balanced look. Bottom line: Seek out a board-certified plastic surgeon to help determine the current condition of your skin and the best ways to improve it.

In this video, Doctor Kaplan discusses why you may be looking tired when you are not and the surgical and non-surgical solutions to that problem. His extensive experience in face and neck region enables him to know how best to apply today’s procedures and technology to achieve the best results. Find out more about Dr. Kaplans practice when you watch this video Why Do I Look Tired?

Interested in finding out more? Schedule a free consultation with Dr. Kaplan and find out which cosmetic procedure is right for you.

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Surgery or Non-Surgical procedure? What is the WonderLift™?

Posted on January 25, 2012 by admin

Dr. Kaplan firmly believes that the right time to do facial plastic surgery depends on the patient and their concerns. While one patient may feel the benefits for years, others will require more surgery later based on their skin tone and quality, heritage and the structure of their face. It can also vary depending on weight loss, general health and how well that person sleeps and takes care of themselves every day. While some people seem not to age for years, others seem to age overnight and no surgeon or doctor can accurately predict your circumstances or more reasonably take an educated guess without meeting you and examining your face and medical history.

In addition to surgery, Dr. Kaplan provides many non-surgical, minimally invasive procedures to prolong his patients youthful appearance. These procedures can reduce fine lines and improve skin tone to help patients appear more youthful and rested. However once the physical structure of your face descends, surgery is the best option and investment as superficial solutions are much less effective.

In this video, Dr. Kaplan discusses the benefits of his WonderLift™ which is a minimally invasive procedure that addresses concerns early to avoid a more extensive surgery in the future. By designing a surgical solution to address his patients concerns in the lower third of the face, he has helped many patients feel they appear years younger with a minimally invasive procedure that reduces their downtime. Take a minute to watch this video and learn more about the WonderLift™ Surgical or Non-surgical Procedure? What is the WonderLift™?

Interested in finding out more? Schedule a free consultation with Dr. Kaplan and find out if your concerns can be addressed topically or if a facial cosmetic procedure is right for you.

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How Important is Board Certification for a Facial Cosmetic Surgeon?

Posted on January 19, 2012 by admin

When it comes to Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery there simply are not any more experienced surgeons than Dr. Harold Kaplan in Torrance, California. Dr. Kaplan is double board certified in Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery and Head and Neck Surgery. Dr.Kaplan’s patients know they have a super-specialist to rely on for their facial cosmetic procedures. To acquire such status, Dr. Kaplan’s education and residency focused on the face and neck region for more time than general plastic surgeons spend on the entire body. His success is evidenced by his position as an Associate Professor at UCLA teaching other Surgeons the most effective procedures on the face and neck for over 25 years.

In this video, Doctor Kaplan discusses the benefit of Double Board Certification as well as the advantage his patients receive from his teaching experience. He also discusses his practice and how his patients are treated with respect and the integrity of a medical office where each patient receives his attention and a personal examination by him as he addresses their concerns.

The key to his advantage is that his extensive experience in face and neck region enables him to know how best to apply today’s procedures and technology to achieve the best results. Find out more about Dr. Kaplans practice when you watch this video How Important Is Double Board Certification for Facial Plastic Surgeons?

Interested in finding out more? Schedule a free consultation with Dr. Kaplan and find out if your concerns can be addressed topically or if a facial cosmetic procedure is right for you.

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What is a Microlaser Peel and Can It Help Me?

Posted on January 13, 2012 by admin

A MicroLaser Peel as explained in this video by Dr. Kaplan FACS in Torrance, is a method using a laser that causes controlled stress to the face and neck region and then through the process of healing improves the look and texture of skin. It is credited with reducing the appearance of fine lines, enlarged pores and other facial skin appearance problems. If done in a series of two or three in 7 week intervals, the skin texture improves noticeably and results can last five or more years before having to repeat the process. Dr. Kaplan explains the process and the results to expect.

In this video, Doctor Kaplan discusses the MicroLaser Peel and the issues it can address to improve the appearance of your face.
What is the MicroLaser Peel?

Interested in finding out more? Schedule a free consultation with Dr. Kaplan and find out if your concerns can be addressed with a MicroLaser Peel or if another facial cosmetic procedure is right for you.

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Is Facial Cosmetic Surgery Your Best Option?

Posted on January 5, 2012 by admin

What is your wisest option in the long run, a facelift or regular non-surgical injectable treatments over time? According to Dr. Kaplan, it depends on the problem. While fillers and muscle relaxers can be safely injected to create a more youthful appearance, the end results are dependent on the doctor’s skills and experience and the conditions of your facial structure and skin. Doctors who specialize in the face and neck region (FACS Board Certified) are more familiar with the muscles in the face and neck and therefore better able to successfully address the patient concerns. They are also better qualified to inform patients honestly when surgery will be more effective when the patients problems simply cannot be addressed by injectables alone. Dr. Kaplan warns patients that cosmetic spas and beauty practices run by Nurse Practitioners or non-Surgeons may not be as forthcoming with that advice since their services are limited to injectable procedures and topical treatments.

According to Dr. Kaplan, the Doctor for Faces, it is important to be evaluated by a Facial Cosmetic Surgeon who specializes in the face and neck exclusively and who is the most skilled in maximizing injectable results in the face and neck. Surgeons are regulated to make sure the patient is adequately informed on all of their options and counseled on the pros and cons to make the best choice for themselves.

In this video, Doctor Kaplan discusses when surgery is necessary and alternatives to surgery when they are acceptable.
Is Cosmetic Surgery the only Option?

Interested in finding out more? Schedule a free consultation with Dr. Kaplan and find out if your concerns can be addressed topically or if a facial cosmetic procedure is right for you.

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Do Wrinkle Creams Work? Dr. Kaplan & Mayo Clinic Answer Your Questions

Posted on December 15, 2011 by admin

When it comes to wrinkle creams and ointments or a liquid facelift, both Dr. Kaplan and Mayo Clinic agree. “If it sounds unbelievable it probably is”. A Mayo Clinic article goes on to explain the limitations of what can be done with creams and which creams address your concerns.

In this video, Doctor Kaplan discusses the real information on face creams, exercises and topical treatments.
Do Wrinkle Creams and Liquid Facelifts Work?

Interested in finding out more? Schedule a free consultation with Dr. Kaplan and find out if your concerns can be addressed topically or if a facial cosmetic procedure is right for you.

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What type of facial plastic surgery do men consider most?

Posted on December 8, 2011 by admin

Men most often are concerned about the aging that takes place in their eyes and facial structure (softening of the chin). Doctor Kaplan discusses the most common procedures that men request and the options they have to alleviate their concerns and create a more youthful appearance.

What type of Facial Plastic Surgery do men consider most?

Interested in finding out more? Schedule a free consultation with Dr. Kaplan and find out if this is the right procedure for you.

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Are you Tired of Looking Tired?

Posted on November 18, 2011 by admin

Why do you get asked if you are tired when you are not? Dr. Kaplan, the Doctor for Faces, in Torrance, CA candidly discusses the underlying reasons that aging individuals look more tired over time and what, if anything, can be done to improve your appearance.  His videos teach you the cause of the physical changes that take place as we age and provides more than one solution to address your concerns. Take a look at Dr. Kaplan’s video and check out his other question and answer videos for yourself.  Thinking about improving your appearance in time for the holidays? Contact Dr. Kaplan for a complimentary consultation and learn about your non-surgical and surgical options to look your best this holiday season.  Save up to $650 when you schedule a surgical procedure by December 31, 2011. Happy Holidays!!

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