Your options for nonsurgical skin tightening treatments may seem almost limitless these days. With advancements in technology, innovative solutions emerge regularly. In this crowded field, ellacor represents a unique, minimally invasive alternative for women and men concerned about lax skin in the mid and lower face. What Makes Ellacor Unique? What distinguishes ellacor from other…
We are big proponents of taking steps to enhance your appearance and quality of life at nearly any age. A facelift is one of the best ways men and women can take years off their appearance and improve their overall self-confidence. Many patients worry about how to know they're ready for surgery and wonder, "what…
When men and women struggle with loose, excess skin, they often consult with us about two highly sought-after cosmetic procedures—tummy tuck and liposuction. While both surgeries help produce a sleeker physique, they are distinctly different. Which is right for you: a tummy tuck, liposuction—or both? If you’re wondering about the benefits of a tummy tuck…
It’s no secret that pregnancy changes your body. Some of these changes resolve on their own, and others require a little extra help. A mommy makeover combines a suite of procedures that can restore your pre-pregnancy body—or even sculpt and contour a new and improved figure. Before booking a mommy makeover, though, there’s plenty to…
The decision-making process involved when considering facelift surgery requires getting answers to several questions. How long does a facelift last? Are facelift scars noticeable? How long is recovery after a facelift? This blog post will address the most frequently asked questions about facelifts, shedding light on everything from various techniques and potential risks to recovery…
When you think of spring, what comes to mind? Do you picture longer days, warmer weather, and flowers in bloom? It may sound surprising, but breast augmentation is on my list. Breast enhancement is not only popular this time of year, but for many reasons, this is the preferred time of year to undergo breast…
Scars can be scary. They remind us of painful experiences, of major life changes, and of what used to be. So it's no surprise that the scar is often the biggest mental hurdle to overcome for my Mommy Makeover patients. After multiple pregnancies, many find their abdomens misshapen and mapped with stretch marks. The exercises…
Kent V. Hasen, MD, is pleased to announce that he offers ultrasonic or Piezo rhinoplasty. The Piezotome is an ultrasonic device that has different attachments to saw and shave the fine nasal bones with much more precision, reducing damage to the surrounding soft tissue of the nose and cheek. Piezo Method Rhinoplasty vs. Traditional Rhinoplasty…
In this post, Dr. Hasen shares some exciting news about the first and only filler for jaw definition. I just returned from Las Vegas after attending the speaker training program for Allergan's newest JUVÉDERM filler – VOLUX. As a trainer, I am exposed to newly approved fillers and neurotoxins before they are launched nationally to…
The Mommy Makeover is a highly popular procedure for its ability to correct multiple concerns with just one operation and recovery period. However, you don't have to be a mom to undergo a customized combination operation. What we label as a Mommy Makeover can really be any combination of procedures you see fit. The classic…