Plastic Surgeon

5 Reasons To Get Ultherapy®!

POSTED ON WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 02, 2015 AT 1:19 PM by Dr. Mokhtar Asaadi

Ultherapy® is an FDA-approved procedure that uses ultrasound energy to firm up facial tissues without the need for surgery or excessive downtime. This non-invasive treatment is designed to lift tissues around the brow, face, or neck to create a tightening effect. Here’s 5 reasons why you should consider Ultherapy® this fall for a more youthful facial profile:

1.) Promotes Tightening And Encourages Collagen Production

Ultherapy® uses sound waves that penetrate below the skin’s surface to deliver heat to the deeper levels of the skin. The energy being delivered stimulates natural collagen growth in the body—leading to a firming effect that results in a younger, healthy-looking appearance.

2.) Quick and Convenient Treatment

Ultherapy® treatments are performed in the comfort of our office. Your plastic surgeon will utilize cutting-edge ultrasound technology to precisely direct treatment to the targeted areas in a 30-60 minute procedure. Most patients see results that can last up to 2-3 months after one Ultherapy® treatment.

3.) Non-invasive Procedure Without Scarring Or Downtime

Since Ultherapy® uses sound waves to promote tightening, there are no stitches or scarring associated with this non-surgical procedure. Patients can resume daily activities immediately after their Ultherapy®  treatment. There may be some mild redness, tenderness, or swelling for a few days afterwards; these effects are normal and should subside in about a week.

4.) Can Be Used On Every Skin Type

Worried if Ultherapy® is right for your skin? This non-invasive procedure can be used on every skin type, including sensitive skin! Since Ultherapy® focuses on the deeper layers of the skin, your cells that determine skin pigment are also unaffected by the procedure.

5.) Treats Multiple Areas

Ultherapy® can treat multiple areas! Patients looking to lift skin around the brow, chin, or neck may be candidates for this procedure.

Dr. Asaadi and our staff welcome any questions you may have about Ultherapy®, as well as any of our other cosmetic treatments. Contact our New Jersey office at 973.731.7000, or you may request an appointment online today!

 

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Cosmetic Fillers for Fast, Non-Invasive Results!

POSTED ON TUESDAY, AUGUST 04, 2015 AT 1:24 PM by Dr. Mokhtar Asaadi

Cosmetic fillers are a popular choice among patients looking to add facial volume and fill lines. As we begin to age, factors such as sun exposure and repeated movement of facial muscles contribute to wrinkles and a loss of facial fullness. When it comes to looking younger, patients may choose to explore the benefits of cosmetic fillers and natural fat transfer.

Fill Wrinkles And Add Volume With Cosmetic Fillers!

Cosmetic fillers can fill creases, volumize sunken areas, and add fullness to the cheeks, eyelids, lips and face. Fillers like Juvederm®, Voluma®, and Belotero® utilize hyaluronic acid—a substance found naturally in the body—to provide natural-looking results with a simple, minimally-invasive injection. There is no downtime associated with cosmetic fillers and you are free to resume daily activities immediately after treatment. Additionally, results are achieved upon injection and can last up to 1-2 years. Advantages like these make Juvederm®, Voluma®, and Belotero® treatments some of the most commonly-requested procedures. Your plastic surgeon will evaluate your facial features to plan the best course of action for your desired results.

Use Natural Fat To Add Fullness!

Did you know you can fill facial areas and minimize wrinkles using your body’s natural fat? Fat transfer injections can volumize hollowed cheeks or lips and fill wrinkles around the nose, mouth, or forehead. First, your plastic surgeon will treat both the donor and receipient areas with local anesthesia to ensure minimal discomfort during your fat transfer. Fat cells will then be extracted from a donor location with small amounts of excess fat—potential areas include your buttocks, thighs, or abdomen. Next, this fat is injected into the desired facial area in one simple procedure. Slight redness and bruising may occur after treatment—this is normal and your symptoms should subside within days. Results can last from 6 months to over a year.

Cosmetic fillers and fat transfer injections can help achieve and more youthful-looking, rejuvenated appearance. See which options may be right for you by looking at the chart below.

Juvederm®

Provides fullness to areas around the eyelids and lips to restore a youthful appearance

Voluma®

Adds volume to the cheeks, as well as the lower and midface regions

Belotero®

Smooths fine lines and folds around the mouth

Fat Transfer Injections

Use natural fat to treat wrinkles or hollows and volumize cheeks and lips

 

Dr. Asaadi and our staff welcome any questions you may have about cosmetic fillers and fat transfer injections. Contact our New Jersey office at 973.731.7000, or you may request an appointment online today!

 

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Consider a Lower Blepharoplasty for a More Rejuvenated Appearance!

POSTED ON THURSDAY, JULY 16, 2015 AT 6:16 PM by Dr. Mokhtar Asaadi

Do people comment on how tired or aged you look despite getting a good night’s sleep? Even if you’re getting enough rest, this may fail to produce a more rejuvenated appearance. A likely reason for this is the presence of puffiness or hollowness around the eyelids. Many patients suffering from drooping eyelids worry that their appearance causes them to look older and more worn than they feel. In some cases, sagging eyelids may even interfere with vision. The lower blepharoplasty procedure can tighten lower eyelids and relocate fat from those areas—resulting in a more rejuvenated appearance around the eyes!

During your lower blepharoplasty procedure, your plastic surgeon will reposition fat around your eyelids to smooth under-eye bags and folds, as well as correct any fatty deposits. Traditionally, excess skin is removed in order to smooth the appearance of your eyes, but this may result in an unnatural or uneven look. Thanks to some of the most innovative technology available, the lower blepharoplasty procedure can be performed while removing the minimal amount of skin from your eyelids. Your plastic surgeon will carefully tighten the layers of the lower lids and correct puffiness or hollowing, while avoiding removing any skin below your eyelashes.

You will be advised on proper recovery after your procedure. Unlike other treatment options, like Juvederm, which temporarily relieves the appearance of lower bags and wrinkles, a lower blepharoplasty achieves permanent results and can address even the most severe cases. Any scarring from the procedure will eventually fade to a thin line that is practically unnoticeable, while you can continue to enjoy a more youthful and refreshed look for years to come!

The lower blepharoplasty is a technical procedure and should only be performed by an experienced plastic surgeon. If done improperly, the procedure can cause a retraction in the lower eyelid. Dr. Asaadi has a wealth of experience performing a variety of cosmetic procedures and provides personalized care to suit each patient’s needs.

Dr. Asaadi and our staff welcome any questions you may have about our lower blepharoplasty procedure, as well as any of our other facial rejuvenation procedures. Contact our New Jersey office at 973.731.7000, or you may request an appointment online today!

 

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Consider a Corset Platysmaplasty for a More Youthful Neck!

POSTED ON THURSDAY, JUNE 11, 2015 AT 4:12 PM by Dr. Mokhtar Asaadi

The muscles of the neck begin to loosen with age. As these muscle fibers become lax, they have a tendency to sag. This drooping effect can cause aesthetic concerns, including the unsightly condition known as “turkey neck.” At Asaadi Plastic Surgery in New Jersey, Dr. Asaadi is dedicated to correcting aesthetic conditions to improve your look, health, and well-being.

We want you to feel confident in your appearance! That’s why Dr. Asaadi offers the Corset Platysmaplasty procedure for tightening laxity in the neck.

A Corset Platysmaplasty is the most effective surgery for correcting neck muscles associated with aging. Unlike traditional neck lift procedures, this treatment tightens your neck muscles in addition to removing excess skin and fat!

The tightening effect creates a more defined and lasting profile immediately, as you are shaping the very foundation of your neck. The Corset Platysmaplasty procedure offers fast results, and you can see the transformation as soon as you leave treatment! Noticeable results continue for one to three months.

Don’t let the physical toll of aging take away from your self-confidence. Dr. Asaadi strives to help patients look and feel their best, so they can take pride in their appearance! Consider a Corset Platysmaplasty to add youthfulness and definiton to your neck.

Dr. Asaadi and our staff welcome any questions you may have about Corset Platysmaplasty surgery, as well as our other neck surgery procedures. Contact our New Jersey office at 973.731.7000, or you may request an appointment online today!

 

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Presenting Dr. Asaadi’s “Botox Test” for Diagnosis of Malar Bags!

POSTED ON FRIDAY, APRIL 24, 2015 AT 4:51 PM by Dr. Mokhtar Asaadi

Diagnosing malar bags and festoons can be extremely difficult. These conditions, also known as severe under-eye bags, are persistent and problematic; they can prevent you from feeling confident in your appearance and expressing your true emotions. Luckily, Dr. Asaadi has developed a system for testing the source of these troublesome facial issues using Botox injections!

The Botox Test

Dr. Asaadi's Botox Test is designed to diagnose the causes of malar bags and festoons. Since these conditions can have multiple causes, it is crucial to know what’s creating them in order to formulate a proper treatment plan. By injecting  Botox into the muscle around the eyes (known as the orbicularis oculi), Dr. Asaadi can indicate whether your condition is being caused by excess fat or by a loss of tightness and tone in the muscle. If your festoons or malar bags worsen after the injection, this indicates that aging in the muscle has led to laxity around the eyes and upper cheeks. However, if the Botox injection doesn’t alter the appearance of your malar bags or festoons, then your condition is being caused by localized fat. Upon diagnosing the cause of your issue, Dr. Asaadi can then formulate a treatment plan.

Festoons and malar bags can be extremely troublesome issues. They can strip you of your confidence and make you self-conscious about your appearance. Dr. Asaadi is dedicated to finding innovative methods to fit your individual needs. What works for one patient may not be the solution for another. Dr. Asaadi strives to make every patient feel comfortable in his or her own skin. The Botox Test is another step in ensuring you receive the proper treatment for your condition.

Dr. Asaadi and our staff welcome any questions you may have about malar bags and festoons, as well as our Botox treatments. Contact our New Jersey office at 973.731.7000, or you may request an appointment online today!

 

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