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What is the Best Age for a Facelift? Some people begin to show the telltale signs of aging fairly early in life, while others may have skin that looks youthful and healthy well into middle-age and beyond. While the loss of skin elasticity, the formation of wrinkles, and the accumulation of excess fat deposits along the face will happen to…

Cosmetic injectable treatments have revolutionized the field of cosmetic surgery. They can often offer maximal results with minimal downtime. However, they do have the potential for risk. In order to minimize your chance for complications, it is important to seek out a qualified injector. Dr. Jess Prischmann feels very strongly that injectors need to understand the complex anatomy of the…

Cosmetic injectable treatments are non-surgical. They often provide an option for both men and women who may not be candidates for more invasive facial enhancement procedures. They can also be ideal treatments for those who simply want to avoid the inconvenience of extended recovery periods, as well as for patients who may not need plastic surgery to attain their specific…

Injectable cosmetic procedures have been the greatest advancement in cosmetic surgery since the 1990’s. Treatments such as BOTOX^® Cosmetic and fillers have revolutionized the way we treat our patients. Given the wide variety of injectables to choose from, it is challenging for the patient to know which procedure is best for her or him. During your consultation, Dr. Jess Prischmann…

Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia affect millions of Americans. These terrible conditions rob individuals of their memories, as well as the ability to perform simple day-to-day tasks and to make decisions about their own care. Dr. Jess Prischmann has been personally touched by the devastation of watching a loved one suffer from Alzheimer’s disease and the impossible choices…

Blepharoplasty, or eyelid surgery, is commonly performed to improve the appearance of aging eyelids. The procedure can effectively remove excess skin or fat around the eyelids, creating a more youthful appearance. … But what if you already have a youthful appearance? What if you are young, but don’t like the appearance of your eyelids? The good news is that blepharoplasty…

Otoplasty (surgery for correction of prominent ears) is an advanced procedure that can address a number of concerns. Known as “ear-pinning surgery,” otoplasty is most commonly performed to correct ears that are disproportionately large and protrude too far from the head. But did you know that otoplasty is also performed to improve the shape of ears? Every ear is different….

Prominent ears can make some people feel very self-conscious about their appearance. The medical community has long accepted that children—in particular—can sometimes be subjected to teasing or bullying in school due to their disproportionately large ears. Fortunately, there are advanced procedures that can reshape and improve prominent ears safely and effectively. Dr. Jess Prischmann, a board certified facial plastic and…

In our last blog entry, we talked about the many benefits of cosmetic eyelid surgery (blepharoplasty) and how it can beautifully renew signs of age and fatigue around the eyes. Now, we will discuss the advantages of functional blepharoplasty for patients who are experiencing obstructed vision due to excess skin affecting the upper eyelids. The natural process of aging, environmental…

The areas surrounding the eyes are often the first to show noticeable signs of facial aging. Sometimes, no matter how hard we try to maintain good sleeping habits and healthy skin care regimens, we simply cannot prevent wrinkles, excess skin, or a “baggy” appearance from forming around the eyes. Fortunately, cosmetic eyelid surgery (blepharoplasty) can be a very effective way…