The natural process of aging gradually starts to affect the facial skin. Reduced exfoliation and collagen production, as well as other natural processes, can also affect your eyelids and the skin surrounding your eyes. As time goes on both the upper and lower eyelids can start to sag and droop. Some individuals will also start to develop bags under their... read more »

On a functional level, your nose serves the simple purpose of helping to pass air from the outside world into your respiratory tract. Special cells inside your nose also provide you with a sense of smell as well as certain aspects of your sense of taste. Natural deviations and injuries that affect the internal structure of the nose can lead... read more »

The number of truly qualified surgeons performing cosmetic surgery is being swamped by the number of surgeons and non surgeons practicing aesthetic procedures. Its a wild west show out there and one should take into consideration some important guidelines to help with a happy outcome. 1 Look for a board certified surgeon. The recognized board is the American Board of... read more »

There are several different structures to your skin. Each dermal layer plays an important role in the health and function of your skin as well as it’s general appearance. Issues related to diet and changes caused by the natural processes of aging can have a profound effect on your skin’s health and appearance. At the same time excess exposure to... read more »

Human skin is a very complex and important part of the body. It plays a functional role in helping to protect your muscles and internal organs, while also having a profound effect on your general appearance. You skin includes dermal cells, pores, hair follicles, sweat glands, and other special cells like melanocytes which interact with the outside world in a... read more »

The natural aging process brings on a multitude of changes in the human body, which also includes decreased exfoliation in the skin and reduced collagen production in the deeper layers of the dermis. As skin aging continues to advance your face can lose its once youthful tightness and tone, which can also cause wrinkles to develop and deepen. Fortunately, there... read more »

As you grow older genetic factors and changes in your hormones can lead to the gradual loss of hair follicles on your head. In general, individuals who experience hair loss when they are young are more likely to lose a significant amount of hair as they grow older. While baldness is certainly more common among men, women can also experience... read more »

As the years go by decreased collagen production in the deeper dermal layers of your face, as well as repetitive facial expressions can lead to the development of fine lines and wrinkles. For some individuals, this natural process of skin aging can be pronounced on the forehead and brow ridge. If you have been struggling to deal with the appearance... read more »

The immortal bard William Shakespeare once said that the eyes are the window to your soul. This sentiment can mean many things to different people. However, drooping eyelids and other cosmetic imperfections around the eyes can have a profound effect on the appearance of your face and your sense of self-image. Here at the Coastal Plastic Surgery Center our plastic... read more »

As you grow older, your skin can start to lose some of its youthful elasticity. As dermal collagen production slows, this natural process, known as skin aging, can cause fine lines and wrinkles to develop on your face. This often occurs in conjunction with sallow or sagging facial skin. In more advanced cases of skin aging, stimulating exfoliation with retinol... read more »