FAQ

The cost of the treatment depends on the area to be treated and the extent of the treatment intensity. You can schedule a consultation at Houston Dermatology and Plastic Surgery and receive a treatment plan and cost.

A good Ultherapy® candidate has mild to moderate skin laxity where the skin begins to feel and look less firm. Examples include a lowered eyebrow line, loose skin on the neck, sagging under the chin, and lines or wrinkles on the chest. Of course, the best way to find out if you’re an Ultherapy® candidate is to consult our trained staff at Houston Dermatology and Plastic Surgery.

Yes, Fractora Firm can be used in combination with most other laser treatments, facials, injectable and/or fillers. Please speak to your aesthetic provider when considering combining Fractora Firm with other treatments.

A liquid facelift is a combination of injectable procedures using Botox and fillers to achieve a more youthful facial appearance. For some patients, these procedures may delay the need for surgical correction. Results may last for several months and can be maintained with regular follow-ups. Some patients may need Botox to smooth away fine lines. Fillers are used to augment their cheek volume and improve their deep facial lines or to make their lips fuller.

A mini facelift is performed through a smaller incision than a full facelift and thus has some limitations. It is ideal for younger patients that may need only a minor lift. Because the incision is not carried into the hair line, only a minimal amount of skin is removed. Recovery is faster than with the full facelift, and thus this procedure is often called “the weekend facelift”.

Short scar facelift, also called Minimal Access Cranial Suspension (MACS) Lift, is designed to address the cheek area and helps to reduce jowls, creating smoother cheeks and reducing the appearance of nasolabial folds (the groove between nose and corners of the lips). It is done though a shorter incision than a full facelift and thus has a faster recovery time. This procedure does not address the neck but is ideal for patients that are looking to refresh their mid-facial area and are desiring a subtle change without a lot of down time.

-Removes excess drooping skin on the upper eyelids, which can sometimes affect peripheral (side) vision. -Removes excess fat tissue in the eyelids, and defines upper lid crease. -Improves the appearance of your eyes by making them appear more open and refreshed.

- Removes puffiness under the eyes. - Decreases appearance of dark circles and tear trough deformity. - Removes excess creepy skin on the lower lids. - Reduces the appearance of fine wrinkles on lower lids. - Makes eyes appear rested and more beautiful.

A suitable candidate is anyone looking to improve the appearance of his or her eyes and has realistic expectations. Candidates should also be in good general health, have no serious eye conditions, and not be actively smoking.

Blepharoplasty can be combined with other facial cosmetic procedures, most commonly facelift, brow lift, and fat transfer to the face. Talk to your surgeon to find out which additional procedures will help you reach your aesthetic goals.