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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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Questions to Ask Your Facial Plastic Surgeon

After you’ve made the decision to undergo cosmetic surgery, the next step is selecting the best facial plastic surgeon to achieve your aesthetic goals. Discovering whether a prospective facial surgeon has the requisite experience and credentials to perform your procedure can be a meticulous process, but a well-informed decision is critical to your safety and the quality of your results. […]

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Choosing the Best Facial Plastic Surgeon For You

In any aesthetic surgery procedure, the quality of the final outcome is often inextricably linked to the expertise of a given plastic surgeon. As such, the importance of finding a skilled facial plastic surgeon to perform your treatment of interest can make the research process seem intimidating. To help you parse through your available options, Dr. Scott Shadfar has provided […]

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Facial Plastic Surgeon vs. Plastic Surgeon

When considering any type of cosmetic or reconstructive facial enhancement, it is essential to select a specialist with extensive knowledge and experience performing your procedure or treatment of interest. While plastic surgery as a whole is dedicated to enhancing the function and appearance of both well-functioning and impaired structures, not all plastic surgeons have the same levels of experience working […]

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What are the Benefits of Otoplasty Surgery?

Nearly five percent of all children are born with ear irregularities of varying degrees. While these conditions do not often directly affect the physical health of a child or adult, there can be psychological ramifications from feelings of embarrassment, social anxiety, or teasing. Otoplasty offers an effective way to reposition and reshape the ears for a more symmetrical, harmonious appearance. […]

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Can Laser Skin Resurfacing Get Rid of Acne Scars?

Laser skin resurfacing can be utilized in a number of ways to enhance the overall tone and texture of the skin. As a non-invasive treatment designed to improve an array of dermal imperfections, laser therapy can be customized according to a patient’s unique skin type and aesthetic needs to provide a smoother, younger-looking complexion. Depending on the type of laser […]

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Importance of Going to Qualified Injectors

Injectables and dermal fillers can be a very effective way to combat signs of aging using minimally invasive techniques. With different products specially designed to target common problem areas—such as “smoker’s lines,” nasolabial folds, and forehead wrinkles—these treatments can address an array of aesthetic concerns with your facial appearance. Although BOTOX® Cosmetic, JUVÉDERM®, Restylane®, and other injectables can effectively provide […]

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What Are the Benefits of Brow Lift Surgery?

Over time, the descension of skin in the brow and/or forehead region can cause many women and men to appear sad, tired, or angry—even when they feel quite the opposite. Fortunately, a drooping forehead or brow line is a relatively common aging concern that can usually be treated easily and effectively through brow lift surgery. Depending on your specific needs, […]

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What Are the Benefits of Upper Eyelid Surgery?

When looking in the mirror, do you often feel that your eyes – particularly your upper eyelids – make you appear older and/or more tired than you really are? Over time, the eyes are generally the first features of the face to show signs of aging, typically in the form of fat protrusion, skin laxity, and skin redundancy. These aesthetic […]

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