Facial Plastic Surgery

Men traditionally make up about 15-20% of cosmetic practices. Certainly less than women, but men represent a growing and important part of our practice. Let’s face it – women are looking good and we have to stay up with them![...]

This is a particularly tough question to answer without going into a bit of detail. Still, there are many people out there who have this question. The shorter answer is that it really depends on a case-by-case basis and the[...]

At Douglas Stevens, MD, the initial patient consultation is extremely important.  During our consultation, we take a thorough look at the areas our patients are unhappy with. Our recommended treatments and options available to them are then discussed. The consultation[...]

Last month we took a look at the importance of the eyes, the focus of attention, and the so called “window to the soul” that results in so much attention placed on the appearance of the eyes both by makeup[...]

The eyes are the focus of attention, the so-called “windows to the soul.” When the eyes are bright and open, they add a youthful, energetic look to the overall appearance. That is why so much concentration is placed on the[...]

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[...]

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[...]

Simply put, a Facial Plastic Surgeon is someone who specializes in surgery of the facial area, whether it be to enhance or change someone’s figure. Cosmetic surgery of the face and neck is unique in that a few millimeters can[...]