Which Facial Procedure Do I Need?

Posted May 15, 2015 in Brow Lift, Chemical Peels, Eyelid Lift (Blepharoplasty), Facelift, Facial Rejuvenation, Laser

As you’ve gotten older, your ability to hide wrinkles and prevent your face from aging has likely become harder to accomplish. With the popularity of plastic surgery, perhaps you are considering undergoing a facial rejuvenation procedure like a facelift, brow lift, or eyelid lift. However, you may not know which of these procedures are best suited for you. While a consultation with Dr. Patronella at his Houston practice is the best way to determine this, below is some information about the facial procedures we offer.

Facelift: Improves the midface and neck by treating the following:

Creases below the eyelids
Sagging skin along the jawline (jowls)
Lines around the nose and mouth (nasolabial folds)
Sagging skin beneath the chin (double chin)
Wrinkles on the neck

Eyelid Lift: Enhances the appearance of the eye area by treating the following:

Sagging skin in the upper eyelids
Excess fat tissue in the upper or lower eyelids
Bags and dark circles below the eyes
Wrinkles at the corners of the eyes (crow’s feet)

Brow Lift: Improves the position of the eyebrows and forehead area by treating the following:

Lines and wrinkles on the forehead
Deep creases between the eyebrows (frown lines)
Eyebrows that hang over and hood the eyes
A permanently “tired” or “angry” appearance

Laser Treatments: Fraxel laser treatment can improve the following:

Fine lines
Sun spots
Rosacea
Spider veins
Scars
Sagging skin

Chemical Peels: Your face can be revitalized by using one of our SkinMedica® systems:

Illuminize Peel®
Vitalize Peel®
Rejuvenize Peel®

If you are interested in learning more about the procedures we offer at our practice, call (713) 575-1996 or fill out our online contact form today. Dr. Christopher Patronella is certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery (ABPS) and is dedicated to providing you with results about which you can feel confident!