Guide: According to a study in the National Library of Medicine, the “ideal” upper and lower lips based on beauty standards form an aesthetically pleasing complex, as the upper, middle and lower linear contours appear similar to the letters M, M and W. Lip reduction… Read More »Lip Reduction Recovery: What To Expect
Guide: In most cultures today and for many previous years, the desired lip aesthetic is full, plump lips. Many people with naturally thin lips seek cosmetic procedures such as lip injections to give their lips some volume, improve gummy smiles, and add harmony to their… Read More »Lip Reduction To Address Silicone Injection Deformities
Guide: As we age, the collagen and elastin in our skin decrease and weaken, causing our faces to droop along with our necks. Patients visit The Kaplan Center for a neck lift to surgically remove and tighten excess skin and fat from their neck, revealing… Read More »Best Non-Surgical Ways To Tighten Neck Skin
Guide: Our noses are at the center of our faces, so if you spend a lot of time focusing on this feature of your face, know that you are not alone. From dorsal humps and irregular dips to wide bridges and downturned tips, many people… Read More »11 Questions To Ask A Rhinoplasty Surgeon
GUIDE: The eyes are usually the first thing people look at when they meet someone for the first time. Unfortunately, they are also the first part of the face where aging starts to show. Many people consider cosmetic treatments for aging eyes to keep this… Read More »Blepharoplasty For Men: What To Consider
GUIDE: Buccal fat removal, or buccal lipectomy, defines cheekbones and contours the lower third of the face. Small incisions inside the mouth allow for a portion of the buccal fat pad removal. This minimally invasive face-thinning surgery leaves many of Dr. Kaplan’s adult patients who… Read More »Is Buccal Fat Removal Worth It?
Guide: If you want to reshape or slim down your mid to lower face? Both cheek liposuction and buccal fat pad removal may be excellent options for creating a more chiseled face shape. But you may be a better candidate for one than the other… Read More »Cheek Liposuction vs. Buccal Fat Removal
Guide: Liquid rhinoplasty involves injectable fillers to temporarily change the shape, size, and position of the nasal tip and hide bumps along the bridge of the nose. At The Kaplan Center, we prefer to use the following dermal fillers for liquid rhinoplasty due to their… Read More »The Most Commonly Asked Questions About Liquid Rhinoplasty
Guide In recent years, liquid rhinoplasty using dermal fillers has gained popularity as a non-surgical option to reshape the nose for people who would prefer not to undergo the discomfort and recovery of surgical rhinoplasty. Both procedures can give ideal results to suitable candidates, but… Read More »Liquid Rhinoplasty vs. Traditional Rhinoplasty
Guide What is a nose thread lift? A nose thread lift is a non-surgical, minimally invasive procedure for lifting and defining the nose. Taking less than an hour and described as a quick “lunchtime nose job” this procedure may be a great idea if you… Read More »What Is A Nose Thread Lift?
Contents Plump lips are, generally, considered an attractive facial feature, and are usually desired by people regardless of gender. In fact, many patients visit our practice to add volume and increase the size of their lips, through lip injections or lip lift surgery. These patients often… Read More »Can You Get A Lip Reduction?
Contents We often receive questions from patients who are wondering whether they should opt for a lip lift or lip fillers. Lip filler is excellent for adding volume if you have naturally thin lips. It is typically a popular treatment for younger patients, although more… Read More »Lip Lift vs Lip Filler: Which Is Right for You?
Contents: When seeking a natural, permanent solution to enhancing the lips, you will likely consider a lip lift procedure. Lip lifts shorten the distance between the upper lip and the bottom of the nose, creating the appearance of fuller lips. An alternative for lip augmentation… Read More »Types of Lip Lifts
Guide: For many of us, our eyes are our favorite feature and one of the features people notice the most. Because of this, it can be hard when we reach a certain age and start to watch our eyes slowly lose their glow when we… Read More »Who Is A Good Candidate For Blepharoplasty?
Guide: As you mature, you may notice changes in your neck that leave you feeling insecure. You may try concealing them by taking photos at a higher angle or wearing scarves. It’s normal to start seeing changes in your neck that you find unattractive as… Read More »What Happens During A Neck Lift Procedure?
Many of our clients find themselves becoming frustrated with stubborn pockets of fat. Even if they work hard, visit the gym several days each week, and follow a healthy diet, some fat reserves just won’t budge. Some of us naturally store fat in specific areas,… Read More »HD Liposuction: Everything You Need To Know
Your body may change over time, but your facial features typically allow loved ones to recognize you, no matter how much time has passed. Since people look at your face when talking to you, whether at family gatherings or on Zoom meetings for work, it’s… Read More »What Type Of Facelift Is Right For Me?
Do you find yourself going straight to the contouring makeup aisle every time you enter the beauty store? Does your face look disproportionately plump compared to the rest of your body? No matter how fit you are or how well you take care of your… Read More »7 Things To Consider Before A Buccal Fat Removal
As we age, our skin starts to sag in several places, especially our faces. This is because our skin loses elasticity with age, according to Cleveland Clinic. For most people, one of the features that become looser and droop downwards is the brow. Throughout the… Read More »What Is A Lateral Brow Lift?
Guide: The eyes are an incredibly prominent feature unique to every person’s face. Our eyes show much of our emotions, character, and liveliness, and when they lose their sparkle due to signs of aging around them, we stop feeling like ourselves and seek ways to… Read More »What Is A Skin Pinch Blepharoplasty?