Am I ready for a facelift? Should I wait a little longer? You know you want a facelift eventually but deciding when can be a real challenge. This guide will help you find the ideal window for your facelift, that perfect time when your aging is pronounced enough to see a dramatic difference after surgery,… Read More »
Dr. Singleton Featured on eHealth Radio Network to Discuss Eyelid Lift Surgery Eyelid Lift Surgery, also known as Blepharoplasty, can remove puffiness or excess skin fixated below or above the eye. This extra volume can be due to aging, or even genetics. Dr. Singleton joined eHealth Radio and the Plastic Surgery Information Channel to review… Read More »
What does a typical Botox® patient look like? Botox® is one of the most popular treatments at our Washington, D.C., area plastic surgery practice, largely because there isn’t an ideal patient. Our older patients love to smooth lines and relax creases, while younger patients choose Botox® to slow aging dramatically. From baby boomers to millennials,… Read More »
Capital Facial Plastic Surgery is here to partner with you through the many transitions in your life, helping you to look and feel your best every step of the way. We specialize in facial rejuvenation, offering surgical and non-surgical options to our patients in the Washington, D.C., metro area. Call us to explore your options… Read More »
Skin Care Series – Vitamins for your skin! Part 2 Remember when our parents used to remind us to take our vitamins every day if we wanted to grow up to be healthy and strong? Well, it turns out they were right. Not only are vitamins good for our bones and other structures in our… Read More »
Washington, D.C. isn’t a city for staying inside. We love taking a jog through Rock Creek Park, ogling the cherry blossoms at the Tidal Basin, or marveling at modern art wonders at the National Gallery of Art’s Sculpture Garden. If you live in the D.C. area, sun exposure is inevitable, but don’t let it take… Read More »
The delicate skin around the eyes is often one of the first areas to be affected by the signs of aging. Initially, drooping can occur, contributing to a tired or angry facial appearance, and, in time, interfering with vision as the eyelid skin hangs over the eyes. Bags under the eyes and wrinkling around the… Read More »
Is Facial Fat Transfer a Better Alternative to Dermal Fillers? When it comes to aesthetics, fat is a double-edged sword. Too much fat means bulges and rolls, but too little creates hollows and emptiness. This is especially true for facial appearance. A youthful face is dependent on fat, but as aging progresses, these fat deposits… Read More »
Skin Care – It’s as easy as ABC Part 1 Our skin is the largest organ in our body and is subjected to constant stresses: ultraviolet (UV) radiation, pollution, and of course aging. Facial skin is especially important, as the face receives the most amount of sunlight on our body, and is therefore most susceptible… Read More »
Swelling is a common, normal side effect of blepharoplasty, also known as eyelid lift surgery. Swelling typically appears shortly after surgery, peaks two to four days after the procedure, and then slowly subsides over the next few days. Some residual swelling may remain for several weeks, but this is typically minor and shouldn’t interfere greatly… Read More »
