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Understanding Face Lift Options: What is a High Definition Deep Plane Facelift & TESLA Facelifting?

Facelifting techniques started at the beginning of the 20th century and have been in a state of constant evolution since then. Initially only skin was lifted after being released from the deeper parts of the face including the facial muscles.

Nov 16th, 2022

Is the UltraLift an Extended Deep Plane Rhytidectomy (Facelift)?

There is a lot of interest in the Extended Deep Plane rhytidectomy (facelift) over the past several years. For the past 35 years we have performed every conceivable facelift procedure from the simplest to the most complex.

Feb 17th, 2022

Does anybody really “Need” a Park Avenue Facelift?

I think if we look at this question there are a few questions to ask & answer. If we substitute “Manhattan Facelift” for “Park Avenue Facelift” or even “Beverly Hills Facelift” we know for a fact it is going to be awfully expensive.

Feb 9th, 2021

FAT GRAFTING AND FAT TRANSFER REVERSAL

Fat grafting creates a natural augmentation for the face using your own “filler”. Fat is usually harvested from the abdomen, flanks, or inner thighs; and about one third of the volume remains after the treatment.

Dec 3rd, 2020

"BATMAN" LIP LIFT

Patients and I love results of the "Batman" Lip lift... It is called that because the strip of upper lip skin just under the nose which is removed resembles a batman image.

Oct 9th, 2020

UNDER EYE FILLER

Under eye filler is a wonderful treatment for early aging and in some cases can be almost as good as Blepharoplasty. Be sure to select an expert for this treatment. Patient is shown 2 years after under eye fuller.

Oct 9th, 2020

KERALASE

Keralase utilizes bioidentical growth factors to maintain and rejuvenate hair lines. Now available for pain free treatment.

Oct 9th, 2020

ELIMINATE YOUR HOLIDAY MUFFIN TOP WITH SCULPSURE

No matter how fun the holiday season is, there is no denying the toll it takes on your waistline.

Dec 15th, 2018

THE BENEFITS OF AN ENDOSCOPIC BROW LIFT

Facial plastic surgeon Dr. Richard Gentile is committed to providing patients with procedures and techniques that produce the best possible results.

Nov 29th, 2018

WHAT IS STRUCTURAL FAT GRAFTING?

Structural fat grafting is a cosmetic procedure that restores precise amounts of volume to the face.

Nov 10th, 2018

HAVING STRONG AND ELASTIC SKIN IS IMPORTANT

If you have noticeable wrinkles, deep facial folds, and severe facial sagging, simple skin-care treatments will not provide you with the level of care you need.

Nov 1st, 2018

TREATING YOUR DOUBLE CHIN WITH KYBELLA

Is the beauty of your profile suffering due to your double chin?

Oct 12th, 2018

INSTALIFT IS THE SOLUTION TO YOUR SAGGING SKIN PROBLEMS

Do you avoid looking in the mirror because you hate the sight of the sagging skin on your face?

Sep 14th, 2018

RESTORING THE BEAUTY OF YOUR UPPER EYELIDS

Do your upper eyelids have a sagging and tired appearance?

Sep 8th, 2018

ARE YOU LOOKING FOR A NON-SURGICAL WAY TO REJUVENATE

Are you unhappy with the aged appearance of your face but uncomfortable with the idea of undergoing surgery?

Aug 28th, 2018

HAVE YOU GIVEN UP ON FINDING A GOOD SKIN-CARE PRODUCT?

A lot of people have had bad experiences with expensive skin-care products.

Jul 17th, 2018

DO YOU HAVE A NOTICEABLE HUMP ON THE BRIDGE OF YOUR NOSE?

Noses come in all shapes and sizes and are often seen as one of the most distinguishing characteristics of a person’s face.

Jun 16th, 2018

WHY IS BOTOX SO POPULAR?

Botox is one of the biggest names in the world of cosmetic procedures.

Apr 15th, 2018

PROFOUND FOR THE TREATMENT OF CELLULITE IN 2017

In November, Syneron Medical Ltd. announced that it received a new FDA 510(k) clearance of its minimally invasive, fractional radiofrequency (RF) microneedling device Profound.

Apr 12th, 2018

USING SCULPSURE TO ATTAIN YOUR IDEAL SUMMER BODY

It may still be spring, but summer is just around the corner.

Apr 2nd, 2018

DON’T WASTE YOUR SUMMER DEALING WITH UNWANTED BODY HAIR

One of the most annoying things about the summer is having to shave your legs, armpits, and bikini zone just so no one sees your unwanted body hair while you are wearing your bikini.

Apr 1st, 2018

BOTOX INJECTIONS ARE QUICK AND EASY

Your probably already know that Botox is an excellent option for reducing the appearance of crow’s feet, forehead wrinkles, brow furrows, and a number of other common aesthetic facial flaws.

Mar 20th, 2018

WAITING UNTIL THE RIGHT TIME FOR YOUR RHINOPLASTY

Many younger patients find that they are dissatisfied with the appearance of their natural nose.

Mar 11th, 2018

WHY DO WOMEN GAIN WEIGHT ON THEIR THIGHS?

There’s a reason women tend to gain fat around their thighs and buttocks and why they struggle to lose it.

Mar 7th, 2018

WHAT CAN I DO TO ADDRESS MY ACNE SCARS?

Acne can be a difficult issue to manage.

Feb 10th, 2018

HOW TO ELIMINATE YOUR UNDEREYE BAGS

Have you been trying to get rid of the puffy bags under your eyes by getting more rest?

Jan 13th, 2018

CHEMICAL PEELS – THE DIFFERENCES BETWEEN CONCENTRATION LEVELS

Chemical peels are an excellent resource for non-invasive facial rejuvenation.

Dec 18th, 2017

CHANGE THE APPEARANCE OF YOUR FACE BY ALTERING A SINGLE FEATURE

The phrase “The whole is greater than the sum of its parts” can be applied to your appearance.

Dec 18th, 2017

PROCEDURES TO HELP YOU LOOK YOUR BEST FOR THE NEW YEAR!

Who doesn’t want to look fabulous?

Dec 18th, 2017

HOW WE TREAT AGE SPOTS

Age spots, also known as sun spots, are commonly found on the face, neck, shoulders, and arms.

Aug 11th, 2017

REFINING THE NASAL TIP WITH RHINOPLASTY

Rhinoplasty provides patients with a way to makes changes to the shape and look of their nose so that it has a more aesthetically pleasing appearance.

Jul 14th, 2017

THIS FAT-DESTROYING LASER IS NOW FDA-CLEARED FOR USE IN THREE MORE HUGE PROBLEM AREAS

SculpSure, the noninvasive body-contouring treatment used to permanently eliminate stubborn fat cells in the abdomen and flanks or love handles, has just been cleared by the FDA for use on the back and inner and outer thighs.

Jun 20th, 2017

LESS INVASIVE OPTIONS FOR FACIAL REJUVENATION

A full facelift is the best option for those in need of major facial rejuvenation due to advanced signs of aging on the face.

Jun 9th, 2017

A BEAUTIFUL BODY IN 25 MINUTES

For a lot of people, the main thing standing in the way of an ideal body is time.

May 13th, 2017

WHAT TO DO WHEN DIET AND EXERCISE FAIL?

You had a good start with your weight loss goals.

Mar 1st, 2017

VOLBELLA

Volbella, a newly-approved injectable filler, promises full, smooth, kissable lips – all in a single comfortable treatment.

Feb 22nd, 2017

SO WHAT ABOUT FILLERS?

Fillers are fun. Fun for me means extraordinarily safe and extraordinarily effective. This was not always true.

Feb 16th, 2017

THE PRECISION OF FRACTIONAL CO2 LASER TECHNOLOGY

Laser energy is incredibly powerful and can provide amazing benefits for the health and appearance of your skin.

Feb 11th, 2017

OUR PHILOSOPHY: REVEALING BEAUTY, NOT CREATING IT

What makes Gentile Facial Plastics such an excellent practice?

Jan 11th, 2017

HOW LONG WILL BOTOX RESULTS LAST

Are the signs of aging on your face more visible now?

Jan 10th, 2017

WHAT TO EXPECT FROM YOUR NECK LIFT

Before undergoing any surgery, it is important to understand what to expect.

Nov 2nd, 2016

FACELIFTS – SHOULD I ABSTAIN FROM SMOKING?

In order to guarantee the success of your facelift, it is crucial that you cease smoking.

Oct 26th, 2016

DR. GENTILE FEATURED AT NATIONAL MEETINGS AND ON AESTHETIC MD INSIDER ON NEW THERMOPLASTIC TECHNOLOG

Dr. Richard Gentile a board certified Facial Plastic Surgeon with offices in Youngstown, Akron and Cleveland Ohio was a featured speaker at the  Advance Aesthetics & Cosmetic Dermatology Symposium in Marina Del Rey California in January 2015, and at he Fou

Mar 26th, 2015

THE “NEW” NECKLIFT NOW AVAILABLE AT CENTER

Dr. Richard Gentile a board certified Facial Plastic Surgeon with offices in Youngstown, Akron and Cleveland Ohio is pleased to introduce an exciting new option for neck rejuvenation

Dec 18th, 2014

MEDSPA GETS FACELIFT

It was in 1996 that Dr.Gentile opened one of the first MedSpas in Northern Ohio…..Aspasia.

Feb 13th, 2014

INNOVATIVE NEW AESTHETIC TECHNOLOGY FOR 2014 THERMILIFT NOW AVAILABLE AT GENTILE FACIAL PLASTIC

The ThermiRF platform addresses wrinkle reduction, body contouring,lifting, relaxation of frown lines and skin tightening with both non invasive and minimally invasive applications.

Jan 28th, 2014

PRESS RELEASE – DR. RICHARD GENTILE PRESENTS LANDMARK STUDY ON NEW TREATMENT FOR ACNE SCARRING

The meeting was held September 20-22 and featured Facial Plastic Surgeons from all over the world.

Dec 18th, 2013

PRESS RELEASE – HOTTEST NEW AESTHETIC TECHNOLOGY FOR 2014

Hottest New Aesthetic Technology for 2014 Venus Legacy Now Available at Gentile Facial Plastic & Aesthetic Laser Center.Youngstown, Ohio November 14, 2013

Dec 18th, 2013

PRESS RELEASE – DR. RICHARD GENTILE PUBLISHES CLASSIFICATION OF FACELIFT PROCEDURES

Discussing the “Gentile Classification of Rhytidectomy” Dr. Gentile points out the evolution of facial procedures for anti-aging has produced a number of different procedures that creates a scenario where Surgeons or patients may not understand what exactl

Sep 12th, 2013

PRESS RELEASE – DR. RICHARD GENTILE SPEAKS AT EAFPS IN NORWAY

Dr. Gentile joined international faculty from the USA as well as Italy, Australia, India, Canada, Norway and 35 other countries.

Sep 7th, 2013

PRESS RELEASE – DR. RICHARD GENTILE VISITING PROFESSOR IN TEHRAN, IRAN

“It was a great pleasure to share our techniques with our Iranian colleagues who like the people of Iran share a keen interest in cosmetic surgery said Dr. Gentile "

Oct 18th, 2012

CELLULAZE – CELLULITE REDUCTION TREATMENT DEBUTS IN OHIO

For the 85% percent of women over 20 years of age who are troubled by cellulite, those unwelcome lumps and dimpling on the thighs and hips, the release of Cellulaze comes as good news.

Aug 24th, 2012

LASER ASSISTED FACELIFTING CONTINUES TO OFFER DISTINCT ADVANTAGES OVER TRADITIONAL FACELIFTS

Laser Assisted Facelifting continues to offer distinct advantages over traditional facelifts. Dr Gentile explains Why it is the Best Facelift Currently Available

Jul 24th, 2012

SURGERY ANNUAL MEETING 2012

Dr. Gentile was an invited speaker at the American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery Annual Meeting for 2012 held in Orlando Florida on April 18-22, 2012.

Apr 19th, 2012

AGING FACE MEETING 2012

Dr. Gentile was an invited speaker at the Aging Face Meeting 2012 held in San Diego California on January 18-22, 2012.

Feb 29th, 2012

LASER NECK LIFT PUBLISHED IN FACIAL PLASTIC SURGERY

“Smartlifting™, the LaserSmartLift™ the UltraMiniLift™ and the “Minimal Access Laser Neck Lift™” are proprietary procedures we have developed representing Plastic Surgery’s first Fiberlaser assisted facial and neck lifting procedures.

Dec 18th, 2011

HOW LONG WOULD EACH LASER HAIR REMOVAL SESSION TAKE?

Question: I have unwanted facial hair, but with my busy schedule my lunch break is the only time I have available. How long would each laser hair removal session take?

Dec 18th, 2011

SURGERY FOR SOME SMALL REFINEMENT NOT WORTH IT?

Question:  I think my nose is okay but I do think some very small improvements could be made. Is undergoing surgery for some small refinement not worth it?

Dec 18th, 2011

WHAT EXACTLY IS NASAL PACKING?

What exactly is nasal packing? Is it always required after a nose job and for how long?

Sep 29th, 2011

HOW CAN YOU MINIMIZE PAIN DURING LASER HAIR REMOVAL?

How can you minimize pain during laser hair removal?

Sep 26th, 2011

DOES JUVEDERM WORK FOR PEOPLE OF ALL SKIN TONES?

Does Juvederm work for people of all skin tones?

Sep 22nd, 2011

WHERE IS THE ANESTHESIA INJECTED?

Question: I am scheduled for otoplasty with local anesthesia. Where is the anesthesia injected? How many shots are normally given? Are the shots painful?

Sep 5th, 2011

DR. RICHARD GENTILE PRESENTS SMARTLIFTING™

DR. RICHARD GENTILE PRESENTS SMARTLIFTING REVIEW OF FIRST 500 PROCEDURES IN DALLAS TEXAS AND SMARTLIFTING PUBLISHED IN FACIAL PLASTIC SURGERY CLINICS OF NORTH AMERICA Dateline

Jul 16th, 2011

DO ANY FILLERS PROVIDE PERMANENT RESULTS?

Question: Do any fillers provide permanent results? Which provide the longest lasting results and what can they be used for?

Mar 24th, 2011