Have you been trying to get rid of the puffy bags under your eyes by getting more rest? The reason getting more rest won’t help is because the actual cause of the problem is the accumulation of fat in the lower eyelids.
Thankfully, there is a surgical solution to your puffy undereye bag problem. Lower-eyelid surgery focuses on removing and/or repositioning the fat in the lower eyelids without removing any skin. This means that there will be no visible post-surgical marks once you have fully healed from the procedure. Enough fatty tissue will be left to avoid giving the eyes a […]
Who doesn’t want to look fabulous? The problem is, a refreshed and rejuvenated appearance takes time and planning. Now that the holidays are over, its time to make an appointment with Dr Gentile. While it might feel too early to start thinking about your Memorial Day Celebration, or your Summer vacation but keep in mind that while some techniques can provide immediate results, most take weeks for the full benefits to become apparent. These are the top three procedures to get you ready for the spring/summer months and can ensure you look your best, start planning now. Visit www.facialplastics.org to find out […]
The phrase “The whole is greater than the sum of its parts” can be applied to your appearance. When you look at your face in the mirror, you don’t view each feature individually. Instead, you see how each feature complements and contrasts against the others to create your distinct appearance.
There are facial procedures that can alter the appearance of your nose, lips, chin, ears, and cheeks. Each one can help to enhance your appearance, but the harmony of the faces proportions must remain intact. For example, rhinoplasty can create a larger and more distinguished nose that shifts the focus of […]
Chemical peels are an excellent resource for non-invasive facial rejuvenation. They can come in a variety of types, and each type can have a varying concentration level. The concentration level of your chemical peel has a significant impact on your results.
Chemical peels with lower concentration levels are effective at treating skin problems on the surface layer of your face. This can include fine lines, light scars, and other marks. A light peel also leaves mild-to-no visible side effects and requires little-to-no downtime.
Higher concentrations provide you with a much deeper peel and cleansing. These peels can penetrate deep into the layers […]
Age spots, also known as sun spots, are commonly found on the face, neck, shoulders, and arms. They have a brown or dark appearance and form in irregular shapes. Sun spots can significant diminish the appearance of your skin by giving it an uneven and unhealthy look.
At Gentile Facial Plastic and Aesthetic Center, we offer treatments that can effectively reduce the appearance of age spots and restore your healthy and youthful complexion. Treatments include fractional laser therapy and CO2 laser resurfacing. Facial plastic surgeon Dr. Richard Gentile will examine the severity of your age spots and will recommend a treatment […]
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. Rhinoplasty can be a complex procedure, because it is not as simple as removing excess tissue. The tissue and internal structures of the nose must be carefully manipulated and adjusted in order to produce the desire results.
One of the most common aesthetic nasal issues is the appearance of a rounded or bulbous nasal tip. This issue is typically the result of having nasal cartilage that is too wide or convex in shape. This can […]
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. Utilizing a diode laser to permanently destroy fat cells with heat, SculpSure takes only 25 minutes per treatment and has been a patient- and doctor-favorite since its introduction because of its ability to treat multiple problem areas at once. And now with three more problem areas added to the laser’s lineup, SculpSure’s popularity is sure to skyrocket even further.
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A full facelift is the best option for those in need of major facial rejuvenation due to advanced signs of aging on the face. However, a full facelift is often too extreme of an option for patients who are only suffering from minimal to moderate aesthetic facial issues. In many cases, a mini-lift or energy-based rejuvenation procedure is the better option.
These less invasive options offer noticeable results and a shorter recovery period. Facial plastic surgeon Dr. Richard Gentile uses fractional radiofrequency to reduce wrinkles and increase skin tightness. Intense pulsed light may also be used to improve skin color for […]
For a lot of people, the main thing standing in the way of an ideal body is time. This can mean not having enough time to go to the gym or to the store to buy healthy ingredients. It can also mean not having enough time to dedicate to recovering from a surgical body-contouring procedure. It may feel as though there will never be enough time to focus on sculpting your dream body.
Thanks to advancements in light-based technology and treatments, you can have a beautifully sculpted and well-toned figure through a simple and gentle 25-minute treatment.
SculpSure is an FDA-approved non-invasive […]
You had a good start with your weight loss goals. You’ve even gotten used to waking up early to exercise. Your food choices have also changed from junk food to healthier stuff. However, as the months go by, you noticed your weight has not continued to decrease, as it should. You still noticed some bulges around your tummy, thigh, and even arms.Well, it could mean that you’ve probably reached a weight-loss plateau. Many people experience this, and most often than not, give up. However, one should not give up on reaching a weight loss goal. A weight-loss plateau is most […]
