Questions & Answers

How long does the actual procedure of the chemical peel take? Do I need to take some sort of pain medication during the actual peel?

How long does the actual procedure of the chemical peel take? Do I need to take some sort of pain medication during the actual peel? Answer: There are many types of chemical peels that vary in the depth of penetration into the skin. A superficial peel doesn’t require any type of pain medication and is… Read More

I’m Asian and am lacking eyelids; is there some sort of procedure that can fix this, and give me a more Western look?

I’m Asian, from Washington, DC, and I hate my eyelids, or rather the lack of them. Is there some sort of procedure that can fix this and give me more of a Western look? Answer: Double eyelid surgery or Asian blepharoplasty can be performed to westernize Asian eyelids. Around 50% of Asians are born without… Read More

What sort of healing complications can occur that would negatively impact the facelift result?

What sort of healing complications can occur that would negatively impact the facelift result? Answer: The most common complication of a facelift is a hematoma, which is bleeding under the skin flap in the first 2 days or so after surgery. A hematoma is a serious issue that needs to be addressed urgently. Usually, if… Read More

Are Injectable Fillers Linked to Blindness?

Are Injectable Fillers Linked to Blindness? Answer: Injectable fillers have been a popular alternative to facial surgeries for treating frown and laugh lines. Many patients believe that fillers are safer than surgery and need very little recovery time. Although these assumptions are generally true, potential patients seeking treatment with injectable fillers should be advised that… Read More

I’m interested in a deep strength laser skin resurfacing treatment

I’m from Reston and I’m interested in a deep strength laser skin resurfacing treatment. Will this remove deeper wrinkles? How long will my face be red? Answer: Ablative resurfacing lasers are effective in improving and softening deep wrinkles in the face. The most common ablative lasers are the CO2 laser (carbon dioxide) and the Erbium… Read More

Can you explain which are the most effective injectable fillers and what they’re best for treating?

I found the amount of injectable fillers available dizzying. Can you explain what the most effective ones are and what they’re best for treating? Answer: The most commonly used injectable fillers on the market are the temporary fillers, such as the hyaluronic-based fillers. Hyaluronic acid based fillers(HA) include Restylane, Juvederm, Perlane, and Belotero. These fillers are… Read More

Would having a chemical peel on a routine basis help remove pre-cancerous skin growth?

My family has a long history of skin cancer. I have heard or read somewhere that chemical peels may remove pre-cancerous skin growth. Would this be a good procedure for me to start having on a routine basis? Answer: There are many different chemical peel solutions that vary the depth of the chemical peel. Only medium to… Read More

How long is a typical blepharoplasty surgery?

How long is a typical blepharoplasty surgery? Answer: The length a typical upper blepharoplasty or eyelid lift surgery is around one hour. If the lower blepharoplasty is being performed, then this will add an additional 1-2 hours depending on whether there is an additional lid tightening procedures performed at that time. Patients go home that… Read More

I know the incisions are located behind the ears for the facelift. Does this distort the ears in any way?

I know the incisions are located behind the ears for the facelift. Does this distort the ears in any way? Answer: When the incisions are properly placed they should not distort the ear. The incision should fall in the crease behind the ear and the junction where the ear lobule is attached. Typically this incision… Read More

How does Lip Enhancement Go Wrong?

How does Lip Enhancement Go Wrong? Answer: Many women who are otherwise content with their looks are not satisfied with their lips. They think they are too thin and may not be seen as sexy as women with more plump lips. This dissatisfaction with lips is not limited to the average woman, however. The naturally… Read More

Chevy Chase, MD

Reston, VA