Facelift and rhinoplasty procedures performed by our San Francisco Bay Area plastic surgeon can completely rejuvenate the face and give you a new look. Using these procedures, along with placement of facial implants, ear surgery, lip augmentation, and others, Dr. Kenneth Bermudez can revitalize your appearance and boost your self-confidence.
Significant facial rejuvenation can be achieved with a facelift. San Francisco Bay Area patients can turn back the hands of time with this procedure, designed to reduce the effects of aging, gravity, sun exposure, and stress and give patients a younger, fresher appearance. Patients with strong bone structure and elasticity of the skin are excellent candidates for a facelift.
Dr. Kenneth Bermudez begins the facelift procedure by making an incision near the temple that continues to behind the earlobe. He then tightens the muscles underlying the skin, and removes excess fat and skin. When this is complete, Dr. Bermudez stitches the incisions closed, making them as discreet as possible. The entire procedure is typically performed while the patient is under general anesthesia and takes about three to five hours to complete. A facelift can be performed on an outpatient basis.
Patients can expect significant bruising and swelling after facelift surgery. However, these will dissipate as the face continues to heal. During the first few days following the procedure, the face will be bandaged and the head will need to be kept elevated. Any pain and discomfort can be reduced with medication. Strenuous activities should be avoided for at least two weeks. However, most patients are able to return to their normal routines after about 10 days. Any residual scarring from a facelift is typically hidden by the hair or in the natural creases of the face and ears. The scars generally fade with time.
Any type of surgery involves some risks, and plastic surgery is no exception. Risks associated with facelift surgery include:
Keep in mind that many of the risks of facelift surgery are minimal and that this particular plastic surgery procedure is considered one of the safest. Dr. Kenneth Bermudez will discuss all risks with you at your initial consultation.
With state-of-the-art technology and medical advances, facelift procedures have become more and more effective for those wishing to achieve significant facial rejuvenation. A facelift can:
Although a facelift can't stop the aging process, it can improve visible signs of aging and take years off the face, improving your appearance and providing a boost to your self-confidence. A facelift procedure combined with a brow lift, eyelid surgery, or a neck lift can give you an even more complete cosmetic makeover.
For more information on our facelift procedures, contact our San Francisco Bay Area cosmetic surgery office today.
Nose reshaping, medically known as rhinoplasty, can make a significant difference in the balance of facial features and help patients who have had lifelong self-consciousness about the shape of their nose. The procedure can decrease or increase nose size, reduce the bridge or tip of the nose, and even change the shape of the nostrils. Rhinoplasty is a special focus of our San Francisco plastic surgeon, and he has a large number of rhinoplasty patients who have been extremely satisfied with the results of their procedure. Candidates for rhinoplasty should be at least 16 years old and have realistic expectations for the outcome of the surgery.
During the rhinoplasty procedure, Dr. Kenneth Bermudez makes incisions either along the outside or inside of the nostrils. These incisions are very discreet and there should be no visible scarring. Then, Dr. Bermudez separates the nasal bone and cartilage, and reshapes them in accordance with the desired outcome. The incisions are then closed and a splint is applied to the area so that the nose will retain its new shape. Sometimes, pieces of gauze must be packed into the nostrils for a short time in order to keep the septum in place and to control any residual bleeding. A rhinoplasty procedure typically takes about one to two hours to complete and can be performed on an outpatient basis.
Patients can expect swelling, bruising, and some bleeding to be present after rhinoplasty surgery, and the head will need to be elevated for the first day following the procedure. Pain and discomfort can be managed with medication. Nasal packing is generally removed after a few days, and the splint and stitches are typically removed one to two weeks after surgery. Most patients can return to normal daily routines about a week after their rhinoplasty procedure.
Although problems with rhinoplasty surgery are rare, they can occur. Risks associated with the procedure include:
Patients must also keep in mind that the desired effects of a rhinoplasty procedure may not be visible for weeks, and the final result can take 6 to 12 months to appear. Dr. Kenneth Bermudez will explain all the aspects of rhinoplasty and what you can expect during recovery in your initial rhinoplasty consultation at our San Francisco practice.
Rhinoplasty is a plastic surgery procedure that can significantly improve the look of a patient's face to meet his or her aesthetic goals. Some of the benefits of rhinoplasty include:
Rhinoplasty can solve a host of nasal problems, both aesthetic and functional. It is a procedure that has been proven effective and satisfactory many times over, and one that Dr. Kenneth Bermudez has made a special focus at his practice.
For more information on rhinoplasty, contact our cosmetic surgery practice in San Francisco today.
With a neck lift, excess skin from the neck can be removed and the muscles tightened. This relatively minor surgical procedure addresses problems such as flabby, folding skin on the neck caused by rapid weight loss, sun exposure, and/or the natural aging process. In performing a neck lift, Dr. Kenneth Bermudez discreetly makes small incisions behind the ears and under the chin, then lifts the area and removes excess fat deposits and skin. He then tightens the muscles as well as the remaining skin, providing the area with a fit, recontoured appearance. Neck lift patients often look both younger and slimmer with this effective procedure. The results of neck lift can be even more pronounced when combined with laser skin resurfacing, BOTOX® injections, and other cosmetic treatments.
Wrinkles and fine lines in the forehead can be reduced and even eliminated with a brow lift, also known as forehead lift. Furrows and frown lines that form with age can have an effect on the entire facial aesthetic, often giving the face an older, more haggard appearance. A brow lift works to reverse these effects by removing excess tissue and muscle that can cause the brow to sag. During the procedure, Dr. Kenneth Bermudez makes a discreet incision above the hairline. He then removes excess fat and skin, and tightens the muscles and remaining skin. This results in a smooth forehead with significantly fewer signs of aging. Because incisions are made behind the hairline, there should be little to no visible scarring.
Ear surgery, medically referred to as otoplasty, can correct a variety of ear imperfections, including ears that protrude, are oversized, or have been damaged from injury or genetic predisposition. Otoplasty is typically performed on children, but can benefit adults as well. The procedure begins with Dr. Kenneth Bermudez removing excess cartilage through a small incision made directly behind the ear. The remaining cartilage is then reshaped and pinned into place. Over time, the ear will retain its new shape and be more proportionate to the face and head.
Some of the most exciting new advances in plastic surgery involve facial implants. The proportions of the face can be reshaped and contoured to meet your cosmetic goals.
Chin implants can restore balance to facial features. Made of silicone elastomer, a chin implant is inserted from inside the mouth and positioned in front of the jawbone. This can create a more defined, prominent chin, and can serve as an excellent complement to rhinoplasty.
Cheek implants are also made of silicone elastomer, a natural-feeling substance that is less likely to rupture than other types of silicone. Cheek implants can help those who have thin cheeks or a sunken appearance by giving the cheeks more definition. They can also add volume to the face and reduce the appearance of lines and wrinkles. The implants are placed through incisions made inside the mouth, so there is no visible scarring. Facial contours can be significantly improved with cheek implants.
Lip augmentation can renew the entire aesthetic of your face by providing fuller, more contoured lips. A number of injectable fillers such as collagen and Restylane®, as well as fat injections, can enhance the lips and make them plumper and more sensual. Depending on the type of filler you and Dr. Kenneth Bermudez decide is best to meet your enhancement goals, the effects of lip augmentation can last for months, and can be maintained with touchup treatments. With lip augmentation, you can have stunning, youthful-looking lips that provide an exciting new look to your face.
For quality facial cosmetic enhancement procedures, including facelift and rhinoplasty, our San Francisco Bay Area plastic surgeon can provide quality, compassionate care to meet your needs. Contact Kenneth Bermudez, M.D. to schedule a consultation.
Please contact our rhinoplasty and facelift surgeon in the San Francisco Bay Area to schedule a consultation.
Kenneth Bermudez
525 Spruce St.
San Francisco, CA 94118
Phone: (415) 668-2122
Fax: (415) 668-0818