Famous faces like Demi Moore and Suzanne Summers have more than great genes working on their side. Their flawless skin and seemingly ageless appearance — like most celebs — isn’t a natural occurrence, but the work of talented plastic surgeons specializing in treatments that can turn back the hands of time.

For mature patients worried about sagging or wrinkling around the neck, jaw line and mid-face, you don’t need celebrity status to regain your youthful appearance and restore vibrant and taut skin.  Dr. Stevens often recommends a facelift (or rhytidectomy) procedure to aid in your goal of creating a more youthful look.  During a facelift procedure, excess neck fat is removed and facial and neck skin is repositioned to restore firmness and enhance your appearance.  There are a number of different types of facelifts in additional to the traditional rhytidectomy, and Dr. Stevens will work with you to select the best procedure for your face and neck.

Different Types of Facelifts

Mid-Facelift – For sagging cheeks and laugh lines, patients have the option of electing a mid-facelift procedure. This option involves minimal incisions behind the hairline and inside the mouth to raise sagging cheek tissue, reduce nasolabial laugh lines and give patients an overall more youthful, even “well-rested” appearance.

Mini-Facelift – This procedure is typically the least invasive option and provides a temporary solution for younger individuals concerned about pre-mature aging.  Unlike a traditional facelift, a mini face-lift only affects specifically targeted areas.

Patients should work with their surgeon during their initial consultation to determine the best possible facelift procedure for them and view beforeandafterpictures of previous patients to get an idea of what their results would look like.

Schedule a consultation with Dr. Stevens to discuss facelift and other anti-aging procedures for both mature men and women looking to keep their youthful appearance. 

Dr. Leslie H. Stevens is a board certified plastic surgeon in Beverly Hills and co-director of the renowned Lasky Clinic, known for its extensive celebrity clientele.  Dr. Stevens specializes in facelifts, eye lifts, breast augmentation, tummy tucks, labiaplasty, liposuction and body contouring.  His practice is located in the Los Angeles area at the Lasky Clinic in Beverly Hills.

Finding stories on parents gifting plastic surgery to their seven year old or getting their child’s ears pinned back to prevent them from being bullied at school is not uncommon.  Slowly, plastic surgery is venturing its way into the lives of adolescents without any regard to the impact that plastic surgery can have on young children.

Exactly how young is too young for plastic surgery?  According to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, more than 3,200 patients aged 18 years old and under had a cosmetic procedure in 2004 to correct areas that made them self-conscious.  Surgery for children and teens can be an option for fixing flaws that emotionally impact their self-esteem, but plastic surgery should not be seen as an easy fix or a decision to be taken lightly, particularly by young adults.

Parents of children and teen patients must consider the following:

1. Find out what is motivating your child to request a cosmetic procedure.

2. Does your child or teen understand the risks and rewards of this procedure?

3. Is your child realistic about the expected outcome?

4. Is your child prepared for the healing process?

Plastic surgery is not always the answer for children and teens looking to change their appearance.  Parents should take time to investigate their child’s motivation and develop solutions for helping their child feel less self-conscious about their bodies.  For instance, if a child or teen has a weight problem, a better solution than plastic surgery might be working together (and with their doctor) to develop a healthy diet plan and workout regimen.

Schedule a consultation with Dr. Stevens to discuss procedure options for anyone in your life.  Dr. Stevens can assist in determining the best options for any stage and any age.

Dr. Leslie H. Stevens is a board certified plastic surgeon in Beverly Hills and co-director of the renowned Lasky Clinic, known for its extensive celebrity clientele.  Dr. Stevens specializes in facelifts, eye lifts, breast augmentation, tummy tucks, labiaplasty, liposuction and body contouring.  His practice is located in the Los Angeles area at the Lasky Clinic in Beverly Hills.

People of color are often concerned about keeping their ethnic identity in tact as they elect to have a plastic surgery procedure.  More African American, Asian and Hispanic patients have undergone cosmetic surgery in the past few years than ever before.

Popular celebrities that have been surgically altered have included Halle Berry, Tyra Banks, Kimora Lee Simmons, Nene Leakes and Kelly Rowland.  Most of these celebrities have successfully maintained their ethnic identity while enhancing their appearance.

It is vital to patients with these concerns to not only seek out a qualified and board-certified plastic surgeon, but to also select a surgeon with some experience in working with patients with an ethnic background.

Here are a few guidelines for choosing a plastic surgeon and knowing the risks of surgery specifically for ethnic patients:

CHOOSING A SURGEON

• Check that they are board certified
• Ask to see before and after pictures of their work on ethnic patients and ask to speak with them about their experience
• Discover if they have experience performing the procedure on ethnic skin and ethnically sensitive areas
• Ask to preview your results (see: Dr. Steven’s Vectra 3D technology)

POTENTIAL RISKS / COMPLICATIONS

• Keloids and scarring – These may increase with family history.
• Pigment irregularities – Lasers, chemical peels and dermabrasion can be too harsh on ethnic skin. Patients should speak with their doctor about doing a skin patch test done before completely committing to these types of procedures.

Schedule a consultation with Dr. Stevens to discuss your options for an ethnically-sensitive cosmetic procedure and what to expect.

Dr. Leslie H. Stevens is a board certified plastic surgeon in Beverly Hills and co-director of the renowned Lasky Clinic, known for its extensive celebrity clientele.  Dr. Stevens specializes in facelifts, eye lifts, breast augmentation, tummy tucks, labiaplasty, liposuction and body contouring.  His practice is located in the Los Angeles area at the Lasky Clinic in Beverly Hills.

Getting older is inevitable, but it doesn’t have to mean compromising your looks. A facelift, a chin lift, or a brow lift can offer long term results, but are not always the best options for patients looking for quick and instant results. These days, patients who want to turn back the hands of time can do so without worrying about expensive surgeries or lengthy recovery time.

Dr. Stevens recommends these top nonsurgical procedures patients to fight these signs of aging.

Botox – This simple, non-surgical treatment administered by a doctor can temporarily smooth out moderate to severe frown lines between the brows. This quick treatment can last for up to four months. Learn more about Botox here.

Sculptra – This injectable facial filler helps to improve the appearance of smile lines, cheeks and temple hallows for a more youthful appearance. Find out more about Sculptra here.

Laser Resurfacing – Patients looking to improve the appearance of their skin and reduce wrinkles, fine lines, acne scars or sun damage can benefit greatly from this procedure that uses a laser to remove skin irregularities. Learn more about Laser Resurfacing here.

Dr. Stevens offers a variety of options for patients looking to enhance their appearance without having to have surgery. Learn more about his non-surgical procedures and schedule a consultation to determine what is best for your desired outcome.

Dr. Leslie H. Stevens is a board certified plastic surgeon in Beverly Hills and co-director of the renowned Lasky Clinic, known for its extensive celebrity clientele.  Dr. Stevens specializes in facelifts, eye lifts, breast augmentation, tummy tucks, labiaplasty, liposuction and body contouring.  His practice is located in the Los Angeles area at the Lasky Clinic in Beverly Hills.

1. iAugment – Patients considering breast augmentation can use this app to access vast amounts of information and resources on the topic. This app this provides a comprehensive overview of breast surgery while also educating users about procedures and recovery methods. Users can also upload and modify pictures to see simulated “Before and After” results.

2. BodyPlastika – This app allows users to upload photos and “virtually test” various cosmetic surgery procedures on their iPads, iPods and iPhones. Users can play with shapes and adjust parts of their body to simulate nose jobs, cheek implants, chin and lip augmentation, jawline contouring and a range of liposuction treatments.  They can also share these potential results on Facebook or Twitter if so inclined!

3. BuildMyBod – Users curious about the cost of a wide range of procedures can review a detailed estimate of the procedure they are considering, including listings of plastic surgeons in their local area.

4. Cosmetic Plastic Surgery – Built by the American Society For Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, this app offers advice on up-to-date advice on plastic surgery procedures and regulations on patient safety. Users can also search a database of reputable surgeons and learn important cosmetic surgery terms.

5. The Plastic Show – This “Before and After surgery” app allows users to watch videos about everything cosmetic surgery-related.  Users can also connect with patients that have had plastic surgery procedures to discuss expectations, results and more.

While mobile apps are fun, there is still no substitute for discussing your options with your plastic surgeon.  Dr. Stevens uses Vectra 3D technology during his in-office consultations to provide patients a preview to their new look with precision. Learn more about this technology in Dr. Steven’s video here and schedule a consultation with Dr. Stevens to discuss your plastic surgery needs.

Dr. Leslie H. Stevens is a board certified plastic surgeon in Beverly Hills and co-director of the renowned Lasky Clinic, known for its extensive celebrity clientele.  Dr. Stevens specializes in facelifts, eye lifts, breast augmentation, tummy tucks, labiaplasty, liposuction and body contouring.  His practice is located in the Los Angeles area at the Lasky Clinic in Beverly Hills.