Cosmetic Surgeons

You may be a candidate for Botox® if you have lines or deep grooves along your forehead between your eyebrows, or around the corners of your eyes (crow’s feet) that bother you. Botox injections are a temporary solution for reducing the appearance of lines and can last anywhere from 3-5 months. Dr. Kearney performs Botox injections in the office and there is no anesthetic required and no downtime. You may return to normal activities immediately following your appointment. It usually takes 3-4 days to see the effects of Botox. Botox can also be used to treat overactive sweat glands in the armpits as well as help in the treatment of Migraine headaches. On an occasional patient, Botox is used in the mouth area to decease the appearance of vertical lip lines.

If You’re Considering Scar Revision…
Scars, whether they’re caused by accidents or by surgery, are unpredictable. The way a scar develops depends as much on how your body heals as it does on the original injury or on the surgeon’s skills.

Many variables can affect the severity of scarring, including the size and depth of the wound, the blood supply to the area, the thickness and color of your skin, and the direction of the scar. How much the appearance of a scar bothers you is, of course, a personal matter.

While no scar can be removed completely, plastic surgeons can often improve the appearance of a scar, making it less obvious through the injection or application of certain steroid medications or through surgical procedures known as scar revisions.

If you’re considering scar revision, this will give you a basic understanding of the most common types of scars, the procedures used to treat them, and the results you can expect. It can’t answer all of your questions, since a lot depends on your individual circumstances. Please be sure to ask your doctor if there is anything about the procedure you don’t understand.

After Scar Revision
With any kind or scar revision, it’s very important to follow your surgeon’s instructions after surgery to make sure the wound heals properly. Although you may be up and about very quickly, your surgeon will advise you on gradually resuming your normal activities.

As you heal, keep in mind that no scar can be removed completely; the degree of improvement depends on the size and direction of your scar, the nature and quality of your skin, and how well you care for the wound after the operation. If your scar looks worse at first, don’t panic-the final results of your surgery may not be apparent for a year or more.

For Scar Revision in Los Angeles please contact Board Certified Plastic Surgeon Dr. Jay Granzow.

Botox treatments are becoming increasingly popular, and with good reason. In many cases, Botox is a very effective method for reducing wrinkles. Botox can be used to smooth wrinkles in the neck and face to create a more youthful appearance. It is especially useful in the eye area. Removing wrinkles from between the eyes can dramatically change a person’s look from one of permanent anger or sadness to one of contentment and restedness. It is also frequently used on the thin wrinkles that surround the eyes (often called “crows feet”) and the mouth, but can also be used in other areas, such as along the chin and jaw.

The solution used in these treatments is made of botulinum A toxin, a purified protein made from botulism bacteria. This solution temporarily paralyzes nerves of the facial muscles so that they cannot contract and cause wrinkles in the area being treated. Botox may also be helpful in treating migraine headaches, and can be used to decrease excess sweating of the palms and underarms.

The beauty benefits of a shower are usually what you bring to it: shampoo and conditioner, face wash, body scrub, etc. You can’t really rely on your shower head to do anything cosmetically magical…or can you?

New Zealand’s Methven has created the Satinjet Maia. Created under Karyn Grossman MD’s guidance, the Maia uses filtering and meticulous massaging to allow the water touching your skin to improve your skin. It eliminates chlorine with a special vitamin C cartridge, preventing the weakening of skin’s protectively barrier and the dehydration of hair—especially chemically and color-treated hair. By twisting the head, the jets create a uniquely gentle and circulation-stimulating stream of water appropriate for face and body, respectively.

Methven, New Zealand’s oldest and largest designer and manufacturer of shower heads, faucets and hot water heater valves, marks its debut into the US market with the lunch of Satinjet Maia - a multi-functional shower head that delivers the healthy benefits of a spa experience directly to the privacy of one’s own bathroom. Founded in 1886, Methven is now a publicly-traded company dedicated to transforming a simple shower into the ultimate at-home spa experience. Methven is renowned for its breakthrough design and product development, distinctive aesthetics and environmental-mindedness.

One of our favorite features—the facial massage position prompts only the outer jets to flow, creating a “breathing zone” to let you enjoy a longer face-washing session.

For more information about the Methven SatinJet Maia Beauty Shower, contact Santa Monica Dermatoligist Dr Karyn Grossman MD today.

The Cutera Titan gives you an all-natural option to enhance skin tone. Titan uses light energy to heat the dermis deep beneath your skin’s surface. Without surgery, recovery time, or injections, Titan is an ideal solution for your face, abdomen, arms and more.

How does the Cutera Titan work?
Titan uses a safe infrared light to heat the dermis well below the skin’s surface. During the procedure, the skin’s surface (epidermis) is protected through continuous cooling with the Titan handpiece.

The Titan difference
Titan’s light-based platform provides a more uniform distribution of energy for heating the deep dermis than other energy sources, such as RF (radio-frequency).

Who can be treated?
Since the Titan procedure heats tissue under the skin’s surface, patients of any skin type or age can be treated.

Dr. Bryan Whitlock focuses on plastic surgery and cosmetic surgery procedures including face lifts and other reconstructive surgical procedures. Please contact us today to learn more about this procedure.

Patients who desire a face lift in Tulsa may have noticed the effects of age, gravity, exposure to sunlight, and the stresses of life all taking their toll on a person’s face. Deep creases often develop around the nose, eyes, and mouth, an individual’s jaw line may begin to sag, and fat deposits accumulate throughout the neck region. Such factors may affect an individual’s confidence, leading them to seek their own face lift in Tulsa.

A face lift can help such individuals restore youthful vibrance and energy to the face. The effects of time are virtually undone to restore an individual’s face and to remove many of the effects of time and aging. Dr. Whitlock in Tulsa accomplishes such effects by working with wrinkles, tightening the skin, removing fat deposits, and by tightening the underlying muscles of the face. This not only helps to restore the physical appearance of the patient, but also restores self-confidence and respect to the patient. Please contact Dr. Whilock to learn more about getting a Face lift in Tulsa.

A face lift is a very individualized procedure in which your goals should be realistically determined and discussed with your physician in Tulsa. Together you will determine what specific procedures will be performed. A face lift is often performed in conjunction with other procedures such as a brow lift, nose job, or eye surgery. Once your goals have been determined you will set a date for this procedure in Tulsa and will be given instructions about how to prepare.

When the date for your face lift in Tulsa has arrived, you should plan on the surgery taking several hours or more depending on which procedures you are having performed. There is no set procedure for how a face lift is performed, as each individual’s face is different and may have different requirements. However, many cosmetic surgeons will determine the best placement for incisions used to remove fat deposits and to tighten skin and muscle tissues. Incisions are often placed in the scalp so that they will be less visible, and if work is done on the neck area, the incision is usually placed under the chin.

The skin and muscle tissues will often be separated so that fat deposits can be removed to improve the overall shape of the face. The cosmetic surgeon in Tulsa will then tighten the muscle and skin tissues and remove any excess skin. Finally, the skin is pulled back into position and pinned in place. All procedures are performed with anesthesia to minimize any discomfort or pain. Please visit our home page to learn more about a Face lift in Tulsa.

Dr. Bryan Whitlock can help you to achieve your goals. He specializes in procedures relating to face lift surgery including procedures such as breast augmentation, breast lift, liposuction, and tummy tucks. To schedule an appointment or to learn more about a face lift, please contact us today.

Aloha and welcome to the offices of Benjamin Chu, MD, FACS. offering Plastic surgery in Honolulu, Hawaii

Honolulu plastic surgeon Dr. Chu is a well-regarded and highly skilled cosmetic surgeon who is dedicated to providing quality cosmetic surgery with the utmost care and attention to detail.

Cosmetic surgery takes more than technical skill. It requires the dexterity and eye of an artist. Dr. Chu is more than a plastic surgeon, he is an artist and will work closely with you to create the surgical effect you desire.

A message from Dr. Benjamin Chu:
“My plastic surgery practice has evolved over the past 15 years in Honolulu. A vast majority of my practice involves the creation of natural and shapely breasts with saline implants. I prefer a below the muscle placement of the breast implants through a tiny incision at the base of the nipple and not the areola. This leaves an almost invisible incision and yet maintains nipple sensitivity. My patients are amazed with the shape and the natural look of their breasts with virtually invisible scars. I have found other methods are far less consistent in creating beautiful breasts without scars.”

Dr. Benjamin Chu specializes in liposuction, tummy tucks, eyelid surgery (specializing in Asian), breast augmentation and facial rejuvenation in Honolulu Hawaii.

We would also like to hear from you, so please contact us in Honolulu with any questions, comments, or concerns that you might have, or if you would like to schedule an appointment.

Wishing you health and happiness,

Benjamin C. Chu, MD