In the past, gravity was believed to be the culprit responsible for facial aging, but more recent research has shown that volume-loss in the midface is to blame for at least 80% of sagging, wrinkling, and drooping. We now know that what causes deep wrinkles, hollows, and folds, as we age, is deflation, caused by…
Although we can consider that a certain degree of asymmetry is normal -both in the body and in the face- there are cases of true asymmetries which, in certain occasions, cause important disorders. The slight facial asymmetry is absolutely normal and it is normal to have one side of the face greater than the other,…
When considering breast augmentation, you and your Board-certified plastic surgeon have 4 main decisions to make: The size of the breast implant The choice of saline vs. silicone breast implants Whether to place the implants over vs. under the muscle. The location of the incision Subglandular – this means placement of the implant above the…
There’s no denying the power of the selfie. Ellen DeGeneres’ star-studded selfie nearly broke Twitter with almost 3.5 million retweets, but the younger generation has been taking and posting this type of picture since photo-sharing options were first made popular on social media. According to the survey, one in three patients who had facial procedures…
Calf implants also called calf augmentation, are used for leg enhancement and contouring. If you are looking for a more sculpted look in your legs, our FDA approved silicone calf implants are a good option to get that look. Calf implants are sometimes used to restore deformed legs due to disease or accidents. The ideal…
During the natural aging process, some of the earliest and most visible signs happen around the eyes. Excess or sagging skin in the upper and lower eyelids can make you appear older than you really are and create a tired, worn out look. Commonly referred to as blepharoplasty, eyelid surgery can be performed on the…
There are several ways to perform a breast lift, depending on individual body type and specifications. Generally, the more extensive a breast lift surgery is, the more invasive it becomes. The least invasive procedure involves making incisions around the areola, where excess skin is removed and the nipple is repositioned. A more extensive version of…
Most patients who choose breast augmentation are happy with the results. You’re more likely to be satisfied with your experience and your implants if you clearly understand what is realistic to expect after the surgery. Breast augmentation is typically performed as outpatient surgery, permitting the patient to go home the same day. Here is information…
There are three major incision choices for breast augmentation. The first is called the inframammary incision, which is in the fold beneath the breast. The second is the periareolar incision, which is at the bottom edge of the nipple. The third is the axillary incision, which is in the armpit. There was also a fourth…
If you’re considering a tummy tuck, Clinica del Rey Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery has the experience and expertise that you’re looking for. Common after pregnancies or major weight changes, excess skin and fat across the abdomen is often resistant to diet and exercise, and stretched or separated abdominal muscles generate visibly poor muscle tone in…
Liposuction is a procedure that can help sculpt the body by removing unwanted fat from specific areas, including the abdomen, hips, buttocks, thighs, knees, upper arms, chin, cheeks and neck. Adequate skin tone is needed for the skin to ‘snap back’ and redrape. During the past decade, liposuction, which is also known as ‘lipoplasty’ or…
This represents complicated work in the upper face and all injections in the midface, lower face and neck area. Advanced techniques require extensive knowledge of facial anatomy and a lot of skill and hence needs to be implemented by a Doctor trained and experienced in this work. These areas should not be attempted by beginners…
DYNAMIC FACIAL WRINKLES Dynamic wrinkles are caused by contraction of muscles that are attached to the overlying skin. Each muscle contraction causes the skin to bunch together, forming lines between the bulk of the muscle. The most common locations for dynamic wrinkles are frown lines between the eyebrows, horizontal lines across the forehead, and lines…
While a tummy tuck may be an option for anyone unhappy with the appearance of a belly paunch, the procedure is commonlyperformed for women who have had children, along with men and women who have undergone weight loss and are left with a significant amount of excess skin. The appearance of loose skin can also…
Dermal fillers can be used to fix a variety of concerns related to facial aging, including: Adding volume and smoothing out the deep creases that run from the nose to the mouth (called nasolabial folds or laugh lines). Plumping thin lips and smoothing out vertical lines around the edges of the lips. Augmenting cheeks to…
You are a good candidate for cosmetic Breast Augmentation if you are otherwise healthy and have at least one the following conditions or characteristics: You have always considered your breasts to be too small or under-developed (mammary hypoplasia) You feel that your figure is out of proportion because your small breasts make your hips appear…
Size. It can be as simple as that—you would just like to have larger breasts. You’re not alone — this is the number one reason that women decide to have breast augmentation surgery. If that’s the case, plastic surgeons on Brownsville, Texas can help you decide the exact increase in size that will give you the figure…
If you are considering any procedure, please come in for a consultation with Dr. Franco Reyes Jacome or Dr. Bernardo Gutierrez. You can expect your initial exam and consultation to take an hour or more. In your consultation, our doctors will: Listen to what you’d like to achieve with your surgery Perform a thorough examination Tell you…
Breast Augmentation (breast enlargement or breast implants) involves the placement of an implant (silicone-gel or saline) behind the breast to increase breast size and improve breast shape. Breast implants will also fill out and lift the breast to a certain degree, reducing sag. Every woman is unique, so it takes a great deal of skill…
When you imagine the perfect gym body, you probably picture bulging biceps, round shoulders and taut forearms. Any good weight training schedule will dedicate at least one or two days per week focusing on the arms, but sometimes, results just don’t show up no matter how hard you try. Here are a few reasons why…
Juvederm and Restylane are hyaluronic acid fillers. Hyaluronic acid is naturally produced in the skin and is found between skin cells. The skin makes hyaluronic acid, breaks it down, and then builds it back up as part of an ongoing cycle. Restylane was the first hyaluronic acid filler injected into the dermis – the thicker,…
Would you like to take 7-10 years off of your appearance over a long lunch? Do you look in the mirror and see someone much older than you feel and wish you could do something about it without surgery? Many people would like to rejuvenate their appearance and enhance their facial features, but hesitate at…
You feel somehow unsatisfied with your body and contours and are thinking about yourself image and how to change the way you look. After initial contact via phone or mail, we will kindly ask you to provide us with photos of the areas which you would like to enhance, with a brief description of what…
Most people have heard of breast implants. But what is a butt implant, and how do they differ? Buttocks implants are made of a solid, but soft silicone. The implants are very strong and will not rupture or leak into the body. The surgeon will make an incision about 2”-3” long in the crease of…