LIQUID FACE LIFT
What happens when we Age?
Skin loses its elasticity and thins out. Wrinkles become more obvious and skin appears more saggy.
Facial fat pads undergo atrophy (shrinks) and shifts downwards. They lose volume giving rise to sunken/hollowness and appear to accumulate at the nasolabial fold and Marionette areas resulting in deeper smile lines.
Bone undergoes resorption in certain areas, resulting in a loss of support for the upper layers of facial muscles, fat, and skin. This contributes to volume loss and sagginess.
Retaining ligaments of the face, which attach overlying fat and skin tautly to the bone, become loose and stretched resulting in worsening tissue droop.
Active and Healthy Lifestyle is very Important
Cliché as it sounds, eat healthily, exercise plenty, lots of water. Laugh more, frown less, do what makes you happy! Good stress management and a healthy lifestyle goes a long way. Active and healthy people have a natural radiance and glow that gives them an attractive and youthful look!
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Personally, I like to spend time outdoors and in the nature during my free time. It makes me happy to be surrounded by mountains or just lying on a beautiful beach. I try to take a break from work every 3-4 months. It helps me recharge and keeps me motivated. Travelling is a big part of my life and I like to go off the beaten path for adventures! Here are some photos from my recent travels to Eastern Europe and the Caucasus
What are some of the ways to combat Ageing?
Ageing is a dynamic process that affects every layer of the face from the bone all the way to the surface of the skin. One of the most common phenomena we see is what we termed “volume loss” and this is why a Liquid Face Lift will always be an essential part of effective anti-ageing treatments to result in a natural and more youthful appearance. Let us go into the details.
How is the Liquid Facelift Performed?
First and foremost, I always start with a consultation where I do a thorough assessment of the patient’s face to identify the areas of concern. Every individual is unique and has more pronounced signs of ageing in certain areas. This helps me to map out a fully customizable treatment plan for each patient’s unique needs and desires.
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Common areas for injection are the brow area, undereye region, cheeks, temples, nasolabial fold (smile lines) and the Marionette lines.
Products I frequently use include:
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Restylane Hyaluronic Fillers
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Dysport® Botulinum Toxin
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Ellanse® Polycaprolactone Collagen Stimulating Fillers
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Radiesse® Calcium Hydroxylapatite Collagen Stimulating Fillers
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Medical Aesthetics Director
MBBS (Hons) (Monah University, Melbourne) (AAAM)
Dr Desmond believes that every individual is unique and takes pride in customizing treatment plans for each individual according to their goals and expectations. He adopts a holistic approach when formulating his treatment plans and is dedicated to help his patients look and feel the best they can.
Dysport Botulinum Toxin can be used in 2 ways. Firstly, they can be injected directly into overactive facial muscles and depressor muscles (muscles that give a downward pull) to reduce dynamic wrinkles and allow the elevator muscles (muscles that lift upwards) to work better. Secondly, they can be injected intradermally (into the skin) around the sides of face to cause contraction and tightening of the skin, giving a lifted appearance.
In general, the whole treatment takes under 30 minutes and injections are done after numbing cream for patient comfort. Most patients can return to work immediately after the treatment. Minimal discomfort may occur, and some patients may experience temporary swelling, bruising and/or soreness in the treatment area. A follow-up appointment after 2 weeks will be necessary to monitor progress.
Personally, I do not like an overdone and unnatural look. So definitely no overblown pillow cheeks and witchy chins. I believe that anti-ageing treatments should give a fresh and rejuvenated look that takes away a few years off the face.
FACIAL HARMONY PROGRAM
Facial Harmony is a gentle invasive treatment, this is designed specifically to work in harmony on Facial Features and skin tightening to achieve natural aesthetics looking face. In this Program, our Doctors use the True lift Technique with 2 syringes of H.A (Hyaluronic Acid) Fillers to replace to volume loss & Derma-Lift Technique to tighten skin to achieve a natural lifting effect.
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How does True Lift by Restylane Lyft work?
As the face ages, several key things happen:
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Skin loses its elasticity thins out
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Superficial fat might increase in volume
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Deep fat and bone atrophy, resulting in a loss of support for the upper layer of fat and skin
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Retaining ligaments of the face (that attach overlying fat and skin tautly to bone) loosen and lengthen, worsening tissue droop
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The True Lift technique, however, specifically targets the issue of aging and loosening retaining ligaments. This technique involves the use of minimal amounts of filler to lift the face by supporting important ligaments. The ligaments are tauter and the tension to the overlying facial tissue increases, lifting sagging facial skin.
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Using 5 key injection points per side, the result is a natural, rejuvenating lift that is noticeable but not overdone, even when the face is in dynamic motion.
The filler is precisely placed below the armpit of the retaining ligament, thereby:
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Supporting the ligament and lifting the overlying skin
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Volumizes structures around the ligament lending to long term support
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Stimulates collagen release to help with tissue regeneration
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The following technique will be Dysport Dermalift
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This is a technique that was pioneered by renowned Korean plastic surgeon Dr. Lee Young Seob. Diluted Dysport is injected into the skin on the periphery of the face, creating tiny blebs that look like mosquito bites. These blebs fade in a few hours. By strategically injecting botulinum toxin in the right areas, the targeted muscles are relaxed so that other muscles can pull the face upwards, creating a gentle lift. Doing so has also been found to stimulate collagen production in the skin, providing further benefits.
The Dysport Dermalift is great for those who have mild laxity and are looking for a non-invasive and natural lift.
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