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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You’ve heard of fad diets and workouts that promise to “melt the fat away,” and maybe you’ve even tried a few. From juice cleanses and Shake Weights to body wraps that claim to take inches off your waist, people will try almost anything to reach their fitness goals. Trust us — we get it. It’s…
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No matter your age or stage of life, losing your hair can be physically and emotionally distressing. From hair color to hair thickness, the aging process affects your hair growth cycle in various ways, encouraging many to seek hair restoration treatments. While the issue is most commonly associated with men, women also experience hair thinning…
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Over time, our face tends to lose its supple and youthful qualities. As the dermal structure weakens, collagen production slows down and fat pads or bone loses volume, many patients begin to notice wrinkles, fine lines and sagging skin developing across the face and neck. The loss of volume and laxity that occurs with age…
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You may be spending a lot of time thinking about how you want your lips to look, which is completely understandable. Your lips play a major role in the look of your face and overall appearance, too. However, it’s just as important to consider what looks you want to avoid when having your lip treatment,…
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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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Hyaluronic acid or HA dermal fillers are one of the most popular types of nonsurgical cosmetic enhancement offered today. With millions of men and women undergoing this procedure, the products have a proven track record for safety and success. However, their increased use over many years has also brought to light some unwanted – albeit…
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Losing hair for any reason can be disheartening. Whether you are among the estimated 66% of men over 35 who lose hair as they age, or you are of any gender and are struggling with illness- or hormone-related hair loss, bald patches or receding hairlines often take an immediate toll on self-confidence. You may be…
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