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How to Get Rid of Jowls

Jowls refer to sagging or hanging facial skin, often gathering along the neck and jawline. Caused by a loss of skin elasticity, jowls are considered one of the more obvious signs of aging and form anywhere between a patient’s late twenties to their fifties. No matter what age you begin to notice laxity in the lower face, jowls can obscure […]

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How Do I Know if I Have a Deviated Septum?

There are several symptoms associated with a deviated septum, an extremely common condition that affects a large segment of the population. A properly-aligned septum, which refers to an internal strip of bone and cartilage, separates the nasal cavities in a way that allows airflow to pass freely through the left and right nostrils. When a septum is crooked or deviated, […]

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Can I Get Plumper Lips Without Surgery?

Full lips and a soft, youthful pout are often considered highly desirable in modern society, particularly as the lower-third of the face begins to age. Whether your lips are naturally thin, or have lost volume and developed wrinkles over time, patients in Oklahoma City and beyond do not have to resort to surgery to attain a plumper, softer lip shape. […]

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How to Preserve Facelift Results

A facelift is among the most long-lasting and transformative facial rejuvenation treatments available to reduce visible signs of aging and revitalize your appearance. Even so, facelift surgery will not stop the cosmetic effects of age from recurring years or decades after your procedure. While the lifespan of your facelift will largely depend on your pre-operative anatomy, the type of technique […]

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Will I Need Open or Closed Rhinoplasty?

The best rhinoplasty technique to improve the proportions of your nose will depend on your goals and the concerns you wish to repair — factors that double board-certified facial plastic surgeon Scott Shadfar, MD will help you assess during the surgical process. In general, open and closed rhinoplasty each have their own advantages and limitations. Although the techniques for each […]

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Which Cosmetic Injectable is Right for Me?

In recent years, fillers and injectables have gained popularity as a powerful rejuvenative solution to reduce facial aging without surgery. With the wide spectrum of injectable treatments available, board-certified facial plastic surgeon Scott Shadfar, MD understands that selecting the most beneficial product for your needs and goals can be confusing. In general, the best injectable for you depends on which […]

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Repairing a Deviated Septum

The only way to repair a deviated septum is through a surgical procedure known as septoplasty, which can be performed as part of rhinoplasty in cases where a patient also wants to enhance the appearance of their nose. A deviated septum is a very common nasal defect in which the septum—the partition of bone and cartilage between the nostrils—is crooked. […]

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Importance of Board-Certification for Facial Plastic Surgeons

It cannot be overstated that your choice of plastic surgeon is perhaps the most important determination to make when pursuing cosmetic or reconstructive enhancement. When searching for the best person to perform your treatment or procedure of interest, ascertaining a physician’s level of experience can be the most effective way to parse through the vast array of plastic surgeons offering […]

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How to Fix a Broken Nose

The nose is the most commonly fractured facial bone resulting from trauma. If evaluated and treated in a timely manner, this type of injury does not usually cause lasting damage. While learning you may have a suspected nose fracture can understandably cause a sense of panic, the first step in repairing the break is seeing a qualified facial plastic surgeon […]

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Restrictions After Rhinoplasty

Rhinoplasty is a nose reshaping procedure performed to achieve a harmonious balance between the nose and the rest of the face. Like all cosmetic surgeries, rhinoplasty involves a moderate recovery period wherein some activities may be temporarily prohibited while the nose heals. The goal is to ensure the nasal framework is not placed under unnecessary strain while it is still […]

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