As a leading facial plastic surgeon in San Francisco and the President of the American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (AAFPRS), Dr. Maas has extensive experience with the latest trends in cosmetic surgery as well as a bird’s eye view of where the industry is heading. Dr. Maas recently joined Plastic Surgery Practice…
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One of the main concerns that patients have when undergoing any type of plastic surgery or invasive aesthetic procedure, is “Will it hurt?”. Answering this question accurately will involve a discussion of a patient’s pain tolerance, and the type of anesthesia offered at a practice. Everybody has probably heard all kinds of stories about anesthesia,…
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Each individual ages differently, but many patients often complain that loose skin, deep folds and a loss of facial volume make them look older than they feel. If this describes you, a facelift can drastically reduce the signs of aging and restore the supple, smooth skin and pleasing contours you had when you were younger.…
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This is an exciting time in your life—you just graduated from school and are ready to take on the world. If you feel your nose is throwing off the balance of your features, Summer is the perfect time to address the shape of your nose and refresh your appearance so you can take on the…
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While many people struggle with signs of aging on the face, your neck often ages just as quickly. The thin, fragile skin is susceptible to lines and wrinkles, particularly since your neck is constantly moving, bending and creasing. Another pesky neck concern is the area where your neck meets your chin. This area, known as…
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Celebrity facelifts can seem to happen overnight. Before-and-after photos suddenly appear online and in magazines, and it is easy to forget that the celebrity in question likely spent weeks out of the limelight before showing off their younger look in public. The results of a facelift are certainly glamorous, but the recovery process is often…
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The start of a new year can be a bittersweet time of looking back on your memories from the last year. But it is also a chance to feel hopeful about the year to come and to consider the possibilities and opportunities that come with a fresh start. Every January, it is easy to make…
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If drooping eyelids or undereye bags have led you to seek eyelid surgery (blepharoplasty), your first step is to choose the right surgeon to perform your procedure. When you meet with a plastic surgeon for your consultation, they will ask you many questions about your concerns, your health and your desired results. But you should…
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A rhinoplasty or nose job is a plastic surgery procedure that focuses on reshaping the nose to better complement a client’s facial features. There are many reasons someone might choose to seek a rhinoplasty — a hook, a bridge bump, nostril asymmetry and even severe allergies may lead you to a facial plastic surgeon’s office.…
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Aging is a natural process that brings wisdom and fulfillment — but it also has more tangible effects that are often less desirable. Signs of aging on the face, in particular, are a part of growing older that many people work hard to prevent or hide. If wrinkles and sagging skin have finally started to…
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