Don’t let the fear of scars keep you from the neck rejuvenation procedure you desire. Most cosmetic procedures require incisions, and incisions can lead to scars. But scars from plastic surgery aren’t the same as scars caused by a cut or injury. In plastic surgery, incisions are carefully placed and closed to minimize visible… Read More »
Does your fat hold the key to beautiful skin? Fat has a bad reputation, but it is an incredibly useful tool for shaping, tightening, and smoothing your facial appearance. We can extract fat from areas on your body that have a bit extra and inject it into the face to fill in wrinkles and restore… Read More »
Chubby cheeks are synonymous with youth. As you age, those baby cheeks begin to slim, transforming your baby face into an adult one. Age more, and your once-chubby cheeks may start to deflate. Facial volume loss is a surefire sign of getting older. Restoring and maintaining your facial volume can help you to look youthful… Read More »
The color of your skin can have an impact on the likelihood of scarring. Patients with darker skin tones are more likely to develop keloid scars than patients from a Caucasian background. Patients with genetic roots in Africa are especially prone to this type of raised scar. What can you do about unwanted scarring if… Read More »
Scars can be an unwanted reminder of difficult times. The scar across your chin tells the story of the time you fell off your brand-new bicycle. The scar on your shoulder transports you back to the time you were injured during a championship tennis match. As a plastic surgeon, Dr. Machida is specially trained in… Read More »