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Published on January 2024 Dr. Raggio’s Beautification Timeline Recently, we’ve discussed the various surgical and non-surgical options available to reverse the signs of facial aging. Yet, the question remains: When is the best time to undergo such treatments? With the Holiday Season fast approaching, that question becomes all too relevant. That said, I’ll answer that elusive question by presenting a “beautification timeline” with multiple treatment options, ranging from professional-grade skincare to plastic surgery, to help you put your best face forward for your next big event. Starting now: Skincare The basis for any facial rejuvenation plan starts with using high-quality, professional-grade skincare. […]

Published on January 2024 The Anatomy of Facial Aging-What’s Happening to My Face? In last month’s article, I discussed the ins and outs of the “Facelift,” a popular cosmetic procedure used to reverse the signs of aging in the mid-face. This month I will discuss the nuances of a “Necklift,” a similarly powerful procedure used to rejuvenate the neck and jawline. What is a “neck lift”? The term “neck lift” describes a surgical procedure used to correct age-related neck changes. In a successful Necklift, redundant skin is excised, lax muscles are tightened, and excess neck fat is debulked. More experienced surgeons may […]

Published on August 2023 Facelift FAQ’s In previous articles we discussed the “Liquid Facelift” using dermal fillers, a non-surgical cosmetic procedure which has recently gained attention as a viable alternative to a traditional surgical Facelift. That said, as effective as a “Tiquid facelift” can be at rejuvenating the face, the surgical Facelift remains the gold standard for delivering predictable, natural, and durable (long-lasting) facial rejuvenation results. Before you decide if a Facelift is right for you, however, several questions need to be asked to determine if you are a good candidate for the procedure. Without further ado, let’s discuss Facelift. What […]

Published on May 2023 The Liquid Facelift: FAQs with a Facial Plastic Surgeon Last month we discussed the nuances of botulinum. toxin (e.g., Botox) and its powerful role in facial rejuvenation. This month we will discuss a similarly popular anti- aging modality, dermal fillers, and the associated “liquid facelift.” By the end of this article, I hope you will appreciate why the instant results, quick treatment time, and minimal downtime make facial fillers so appealing for those seeking a non-surgical option for facial rejuvenation. First, tell me what exactly are Facial Fillers? Facial fillers, herein referred to as “fillers,” represent a variety […]

Published on April 2023 Botox for the Boomer In last month’s article, we discussed the anatomy of facial aging. Today, we will explore one of the many solutions available to help reverse and/ or prevent signs of aging. Join me as I discuss the nuances of perhaps the most popular anti-aging procedure available today, botulinum toxin, or more commonly referred to as “Botox.” What exactly is botulinum toxin? Botulinum toxin, commonly referred to as “Botox” or “toxin” for short, represents a powerful neuromodulator derived from a toxin purified from a bacterium, Clostridium botulinum. To clarify, one should know there exists several tradenames […]

Published on December 2021 All Smiles: Rejuvenating the Perioral Region As mask mandates loosen and ZOOM calls become more commonplace, more attention is being placed on the area that lies beneath the mask-the smile. So too the Holiday Season has officially begun, meaning that more close interactions with family, friends, and loved ones will be had. That said, this month’s article will focus on how to reverse the signs of aging around the mouth using a variety of non-surgical and surgical modalities befitting any budget or aesthetic. As theys ay, “nothing you wear is more important than your smile.” Lines and […]

Published on June 2021 Is Beauty Only Skin-Deep? Yes, with Dermal MicroInfusion. There may be some truth to the age-old adage, “Beauty is only skin-deep,” that is at least when it comes to Dermal Microinfusion (DMI), a revolutionary new procedure that restores aged, damaged skin. Imagine if you could combine the rejuvenating benefits of traditional microneedling with infusions of reparative growth factors, antioxidants/vitamins, hydrating dermal fillers, and Botox® with none of the downtime associated with traditional microneedling and still achieve similar or superior results? Interested now? Continue reading to learn more about DMI and how it can help you obtain […]

Published on April 2021 PRF: The New “Gold-Standard” for Hair Restoration You may recall from my January BOOM! article- Hair Restoration: What are my Options? –that we discussed the wonderful benefits of Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) for restoring a more youthful look to the hair. This month, I’d like to revisit the topic of non-surgical hair restoration and introduce you to Platelet-rich Fibrin (PRF), the second generation of PRP which many consider the new “gold-standard” for non- surgical hair restoration. How are PRP and PRF Similar? Both PRP and PRF rely on a blood draw and subsequent centrifugation (spinning) to separate the stem […]

Published on January 2021 Hair Restoration: What are My Options? In December’s article, “The Anatomy of Facial Aging,” we discussed the ins and outs of the facial aging process. This month, I would like to discuss the nuances of Hair Loss and the available treatment options. Hair Loss Affects Men & Women Let’s face it, hair loss represents a distressing issue that plenty of us are going to experience at some point in our lives. In fact, hair loss affects a large portion of the population, including up to 85% of males and 40% of females, and its incidence increases with age for […]