Active Lift®

Early January 2015, I went to New York to spend a week with a surgeon whom I have been following for several years- Dr. Andrew Jacono. Andrew has written many articles, backed up with anatomic data discussing the merits of[...]

Over time, concepts in facial rejuvenation change as new technologies and surgical advancements occur. The facelift operation has been around for many years as it provides a substantial improvement in facial appearance with minimal risk and downtime. The results can[...]

Valentine’s Day is here. Traditionally, it is a day when people give their loved ones gifts and express their fondness for one another. However, this Valentine’s Day, why not treat yourself as well? While you may not have time to[...]

Many fillers, lasers, and skin treatments are typically performed in the office, while surgical procedures have generally been performed in the operating room – until now! Although anesthesia techniques and safety have improved greatly over the years, there is always[...]

In the modern facial plastics practice there are many procedures to rejuvenate the face. However, when the time comes there is nothing that can rejuvenate the face and neck like a face and neck lift.  Typically it is the excess[...]

After receiving many requests from patients for a local anesthesia facelift, I wanted to develop a procedure that would meet their needs and desires.  With a more comfortable experience as well as optimal results in mind, Active Lift® was born.[...]

While the safety of anesthesia has increased over the past 40 years there are still some inherent risks and expenses associated with its use.  Fortunately, the ability to perform facial plastic surgical procedures under local anesthesia has gained momentum over[...]