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Facelift in NW DC: How Many Years Does It Actually Take Off?

A facelift in NW does not stop the clock, it resets it to an earlier point and lets aging continue from there. Most patients who get a facelift see results that make them look somewhere between seven and ten years younger, though the exact number depends heavily on technique and where someone started. Why a… Read More »

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Natural-Looking Rhinoplasty Results in DC With Dr. Adam Singleton

Patients come to their first rhinoplasty consultation describing tips that feel too pinched or rotated upward, or bridges they wish looked less prominent. What patients researching natural-looking rhinoplasty results in DC really want is simpler than any of that, it’s a nose that looks like it was always there, not one that announces itself as surgery…. Read More »

woman going through recovery from a deep plane facelift

Recovery From a Deep Plane Facelift: A Week-by-Week Guide

A deep plane facelift repositions the deeper muscle and tissue layer of the face, not just the skin, which is why recovery from a deep plane facelift runs longer than older facelift techniques. That deeper dissection is exactly what gives results their natural, long lasting quality, but it also means healing happens on its own… Read More »

DC deep plane facelift surgeon Adam Singleton

Why Dr. Adam Singleton Is a Leading Deep Plane Facelift Surgeon in DC

Dr. Adam Singleton is a leading deep plane facelift surgeon in DC, as he is one of only a small number of surgeons nationwide to complete the advanced fellowship training required to specialize exclusively in facial procedures. That extra year of training means a surgeon has performed hundreds more facial procedures, under direct supervision from… Read More »

revision rhinoplasty in Washington DC

Why Is Revision Rhinoplasty Actually More Complicated Than a First Rhinoplasty?

A primary rhinoplasty is performed on tissue that has never been touched by a scalpel, with clear anatomical landmarks and plenty of cartilage available to shape into predictable results.  A revision rhinoplasty starts from a very different place. The tissue is scarred, with altered blood supply and structures that may have shifted from their original… Read More »

neck lift to fix a double chin in DC

Neck Lift or Kybella®: Which One Actually Can Fix a Double Chin in DC?

Not all double chins are the same. Some are just fat. Some are loose skin. Some are both. Kybella® melts fat away for good, but it can’t tighten skin at all. A neck lift does the reverse: it tightens and removes skin, but it won’t touch a small pocket of fat sitting under skin that’s… Read More »

ethnic rhinoplasty in Washington DC

Can Ethnic Rhinoplasty Change Your Nose Without Erasing What Makes It Unique?

A rounder tip, a wider nasal base, or a gentle dorsal curve are not flaws waiting to be corrected. They are often the exact traits that connect a nose to someone’s heritage and family resemblance. Ethnic rhinoplasty means making small, careful changes that improve balance without removing those traits. Change too little, and the concern… Read More »

man with a bothersome side profile considers Rhinoplasty in Bethesda

Why Does My Side Profile Bother Me So Much? (+ How to Fix It)

You may like how you look in the mirror, then see a photo from your side profile and immediately focus on your nose, chin or jawline. So, why does your side profile bother you when your face looks perfectly balanced from other angles? Sometimes it’s simply because you’re less accustomed to seeing yourself from the… Read More »

woman considering a facelift with Dr. Adam Singleton

How Do I Know If I’m Ready for a Facelift With Dr. Adam Singleton?

Deciding to have a facelift isn’t as simple as reaching a certain age or noticing your first signs of facial aging. For some patients, Botox®, fillers or laser skin treatments can still provide the improvement they want. For others, changes such as jowling, sagging through the lower face and loose skin have reached a point… Read More »

woman wondering if it's time for a facelift in Chevy Chase

How Can I Tell if It’s Time for a Facelift in Chevy Chase, MD?

Facial aging doesn’t happen all at once. You may first notice a little less definition around your jawline, deeper folds around your mouth or changes in your cheeks. At first, nonsurgical treatments may be enough to address what bothers you. But there can come a point when fillers, Botox® and laser treatments aren’t addressing the… Read More »