Scars happen to nearly all of us, whether because of acne, surgery, an accident or disease. The raised or sunken marks are reminders of the body’s ability to repair itself. Although cosmetics can temporarily conceal the appearance of some scars, it’s understandable that people with prominent or disfiguring scars may want a more permanent solution…. Read More »
Author: Jonathan R. Grant, M.D., F.A.C.S.
Could I Benefit from a Brow Lift?
When we think about our anti-aging needs and goals, most of us tend to overlook our eyebrows. However, the eyebrows play a very important role in our overall facial expressions, especially as we age. Repositioning them with a brow lift can create a chain reaction that rejuvenates the entire upper portion of the face. Read… Read More »
Fat Transfer vs. Fillers: Pros and Cons
Candidates for facial rejuvenation have more options than ever. In addition to traditional procedures like lasers and peels, autologous fat transfer and dermal fillers are incredible options for patients who desire volume restoration but may not be ready for a facelift or other surgeries. With facial aging comes loss of tone, or laxity, and loss… Read More »
Benefits of Combining Facial Plastic Surgery Procedures
No two patients are exactly alike, and Dr. Jonathan Grant’s customized treatment plans reflect that. In some cases, the board certified facial plastic and reconstructive surgeon recommends combining two or more procedures into a single operation. For example, he could recommend performing brow lift in conjunction with facelift, or laser resurfacing with eyelid surgery. There… Read More »
The ABCDE Rule of Detecting Skin Cancer
According to the American Academy of Dermatology, an estimated one in five Americans will develop skin cancer at some point. The good news is that skin cancer is easily treated when caught early. Because of his experience and expertise in skin cancer reconstruction, Dr. Jonathan Grant encourages all of his patients to be diligent about… Read More »
When to Consider Lower Blepharoplasty
A few months ago, Dr. Jonathan Grant published a post exploring when it is appropriate to pursue upper blepharoplasty. He thought his readers would also be interested to know when to pursue lower blepharoplasty. As you can see from Dr. Grant’s photo gallery of before-and-after images, lower blepharoplasty can make an enormously positive improvement in… Read More »
Look As Good As You Feel with Facelift
If you feel that aging has diminished your natural beauty, or that your face no longer reflects your youthful spirit, facelift surgery can help. When performed by a talented surgeon, the procedure can minimize signs of aging and bring out the qualities that make you uniquely attractive. Read on as Dr. Jonathan Grant, a well-known… Read More »
Otoplasty Is a Great Solution for Kids that Are Taunted for Their Ears
Does your child come home in tears because he or she is teased about their ears? Do you have lasting memories of being teased yourself because of the appearance of your ears? Children can be cruel, and the pain from playground taunts can last well into adulthood. Luckily, children (and adults) can choose to address… Read More »
When to Consider Upper Blepharoplasty
The eyes are complex structures that have an indelible effect on the facial appearance. One small change to the eyes, and the entire face can look different. Facial plastic surgeons like Dr. Jonathan Grant provide a range of procedures to target common age-related changes in and around the eyes. If you are bothered by the… Read More »
Laser Skin Resurfacing Aftercare
Properly caring for the skin after laser resurfacing treatment is critical to achieving the desired improvement and avoiding complications. The appropriate aftercare routine actually depends on the specific resurfacing procedure performed (and the technology used); the more powerful the treatment, the more attention must be paid to the skin during the healing process. The following… Read More »
