Choosing a Neck Lift Surgeon
What is important to know when choosing a neck lift surgeon? Written by Dr. Mark Domanski Evaluate Credentials of a Neck Lift Surgeon There are two types of surgeons who have extensive training in neck lifts: plastic surgeons and facial plastic surgeons. Facial plastic surgeons are board certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck […]
Do I need a lower facelift?
“My surgeon says a neck lift alone won’t work, and I need a lower facelift. Is this a sales pitch?” Written by Mark Domanski, MD • Yes! Your surgeon will be able to charge more for a lower facelift + neck lift. • No! Sometimes a patient’s aesthetic goals will not be achieved by just a neck […]
When fillers actually make patients look older
Can dermal fillers make you look older? Written by Mark Domanski, MD Dermal fillers are a great non-surgical treatment to treat loss of facial volume. Frequent uses are the cheeks, lips, nasal-labial lines, smile lines, and the non-surgical nose-job. However, sometimes fillers can make a patient look worse. Here are common reasons why: Too much filler • […]
When can I shower after a neck lift?
When to shower after a neck lift? Written by Mark Domanski, MD There is a talented brain surgeon in Northern Virginia. He is good. He lets his patients shower their heads the day after brain surgery! I guess he isn’t good enough for them to shower the day of brain surgery. Why were patients traditionally told to keep incisions dry? The […]
Facelift Questions For Consultation
Top facelift questions to bring with you during your consultation in Fairfax, VA Written by Mark Domanski, MD The Doctor Are you Board Certified? Is that board certification recognized by the American Board of Medical Specialties? Are you board certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery? Do you have credentials to perform a facelift in […]
Breast Implant Removal
Important factors to consider before breast implant removal (explant surgery) Written by Mark Domanski, MD We are seeing an increase in the number of patients requesting breast implant removal. Breast implant removal-what you should know Here is what patients should know about breast implant removal: If a patient wants their breast implants removed, this is […]
Neck Lift Consultation
How to prepare for your neck lift consultation Written by Dr. Mark Domanski No makeup for your neck lift consultation Avoiding makeup will allow your surgeon to evaluate your skin better. Since makeup makes us look better, your surgeon may not pick up on irregularities or skin texture issues that are important to you. That is why you are […]
How Social Media Ruined Plastic Surgery
Social media and plastic surgery: A million followers don’t equal medical expertise—make sure you always check your doctor’s credentials! Written by Mark Domanski, MD “Are you not entertained?” Social media wants you to keep looking at it, so it can sell ads. Social media algorithms figure out what keeps you on the platform. Algorithms promote content that […]
Thigh Lift Recovery Easier Today
Why Thigh Lift Recovery is much Easier Today? Written by Mark Domanski, M.D. When I started my plastic surgery practice 10 years ago, I was told that recovery from a thigh lift was like the recovery from two abdominoplasties! How times have changed! Today, a thigh lift is a much easier procedure for both the surgeon, […]
Why arm lifts are so popular
Advances in surgical techniques and faster recovery times are making arm lifts more appealing than ever. In addition, the surge in GLP-1–assisted weight loss has further increased demand. More patients are interested in arm lift surgery to improve their arms contour, address excess skin and enhance their post-weight-loss results. Written by Mark Domanski, M.D. Arm […]