Posts Tagged ‘facial plastic surgeon’

Is Blepharoplasty Right For You?

Thursday, May 30th, 2013

Lower blepharoplasty fat repostioning cropped 300x114 Is Blepharoplasty Right For You?We’ve all had someone come up to us and ask, “Are you OK? You look tired!” at some point or another. For some, though, that is a daily occurrence. For people suffering from loose, baggy skin around the eyes, it is nearly impossible to look well rested. If you always look tired and no amount of make-up and/or rest seem to make any difference, you may want to consider a blepharoplasty or eyelid lift in Charlotte.

What is blepharoplasty?

Simply put, blepharoplasty is a procedure aimed to rejuvenate your upper and lower eyelids. It is a minimally invasive outpatient procedure with a very high rate of satisfaction. Because our eyes often give away our age and can even make us look older than we are, undergoing a blepharoplasty surgery can take years off of a patient’s appearance. 

When I perform an eyelift surgery in Charlotte, incisions are made in the natural creases of the eye, right under the eyelashes, or inside the lower lid (depending on the type of blepharoplasty) to ensure scars are hidden. The recovery is fairly easy, with full results evident in 3-6 months. Undergoing a blepharoplasty is a very easy procedure for the patient and comes with a minimal recovery time. It’s quite normal for my patients to look and feel better just days after they’ve had their eyelid surgery in North Carolina.

What does blepharoplasty treat and could you be a candidate?

My patients, male and female alike, come to me with both functional and aesthetic reasons for seeking a blepharoplasty. Eyelift surgery can help treat symptoms such as the following: 

  • Loose skin, pouches, or bags under the eyes

  • Excess skin on the upper lid (that may or may not impede vision)

  • Droopy, tired-looking eyes

If you are in overall good health, but want more vibrant, youthful looking eyes, or if you wish to restore vision that is limited by excess skin, a blepharoplasty may be the procedure for you.

Contact Dr. Kulbersh for a Blepharoplasty Consultation

If you think blepharoplasty is right for you, and if you have any questions about the procedure, or would like to schedule a consultation, contact me today. As a board certified head and neck surgeon who specializes in facial plastic surgery, I am certain I can restore the vibrancy you have been longing for and put an end to “You look tired!”

For more information or to schedule a consultation, please contact Carolina Facial Plastics today by calling (704) 323-5090.

Next, read about forehead and brow lifts.

3 Ways To Lift Your Cheeks

Tuesday, May 14th, 2013

Cheeks 300x199 3 Ways To Lift Your CheeksOften times when an individual thinks they’d be a great candidate for some type of facial rejuvenation surgery, they immediately think of popular procedures like a facelift, rhinoplasty, or forehead lift in Charlotte. While these are excellent treatments for the right individual, a procedure often forgotten about that can address some of the biggest facial aging concerns including sagging skin and volume loss is called a cheek lift.

In this blog, I’d like to let my patients know a little bit more about the different types of non-invasive and surgical procedures that can help restore natural youth back to your face and cheeks.

Facial Fillers in Charlotte

Facial fillers are an ideal treatment for patients who want to restore facial volume to their cheeks without ever undergoing any type of surgery. Fillers like Juvederm, Restylane, and Sculptra can provide patients with a subtle lift while also promoting new collagen growth. Facial fillers can also be a great way for patients to try out a new look before seeking a more permanent procedure like cheek implants.

Fat Grafting

Much like facial fillers, fat grafting is a treatment that I perform in Charlotte that replaces lost volume to the face and cheeks. However, fat grafting is a completely natural procedure, as I’m able to take fat from another area of your body (often times the stomach)  and add it to your cheeks to provide an organic and long lasting lift. Fat grafting is a very popular treatment for facial volume restoration because there is low  risk of infection and rejection since the injectable material is from the patient. Because Charlotte fat grafting uses live tissue, the results last longer than the non-surgical treatments.

A permanent solution to achieve fuller cheeks is with cheek implants. Cheek implants provide patients with a lift and can add significant volume to the area.  Cheek implants are ideal for patients that have weak cheekbones.  The negative aspect of cheek implants is their slight increased risk of infection compared to the other treatment modalities.

Learn More About Adding Volume To Your Cheeks

No matter what stage of the aging process you’re in, I’m confident that I’ll be able to address your concerns and develop a plan to revitalize your cheeks. For more information about undergoing facial fillers, fat grafting, or cheek implants in Charlotte, please contact my medical practice today by calling (704) 323-5090 to schedule your initial consultation. During that time, I’ll be able to determine which type of cheek improving procedure you’d benefit from most and come up with a completely customized treatment plan unique to your ultimate goals.

If you’d like to learn more about the many ways I can help improve the appearance of your face and cheeks, please contact Carolina Facial Plastics today.

Am I Too Young For A Facelift?

Thursday, May 9th, 2013

Kulbersh NonSurgicalBrowlift4 large 300x203 Am I Too Young For A Facelift?With cosmetic surgery growing in popularity every year, I’ve been noticing an increase in the number of younger patients seeking facial rejuvenation at my office in Charlotte. Men and women as early as their late 20’s are beginning to notice the lasting effects that facial plastic surgery procedures. This prompted me to answer a question that I hear  often: Am I too young for a facelift?

The answer to this question will vary from patient to patient as each of us age differently based on many factors including but not limitied to sun exposure, facial anatomy, and skin elasticity.  Generally, patients under the age of 45 are typically candidates for procedures known as a mini lift, liquid facelift or neck liposuction, while a traditional facelift in South Carolina or North Carolina may be ideal for patients older than 45.

Facial Rejuvenation for Patients Under 45

Rejuvenating the face for younger individuals is a much different process than in older patients as different concerns are addressed. Most commonly, patients in this age group are dealing with wrinkles, fine lines, initial volume loss, and minor sagging skin. A liquid facelift in Charlotte can address all of these concerns without the patient ever requiring surgery, as a combination of Botox and facial fillers work to restore a natural and youthful appearance.

A mini-lift, though surgical, is a less-invasive facelift procedure that I perform in Charlotte that involves tightening the skin and muscles of the lower face. Individuals who may be a better candidate for a mini lift are those who are experiencing initial signs of aging in the lower portion of their face, including skin laxity and volume loss near the cheeks and jowls. Many times, individuals who undergo a mini-facelift in Charlotte earlier in life see a lessened amount of overall facial aging as they continue to mature.

Neck liposuction is ideal for patient that have lost definition in the neck secondary to excess fat in the area.  While it is a surgical procedure, it can be done while the patient is awake in a comfortable manner.

Facial Rejuvenation for Patients Over 45

After 45, it’s common to begin to see volume loss to the under eyes, cheeks, and temples in addition to sagging skin, fine lines, and wrinkles. When this is the case, a traditional facelift or lower necklift is often the correct choice for the individual. When I perform this procedure for my patients in Charlotte, I tighten and tone the skin and muscles in the face while repositioning any fat necessary. I often recommend that a facelift be combined with procedures to restore volume.  This can be both surgically, facial fat transfer, and non-invasive treatments like facial fillers.

Schedule Your Consultation With Dr. Kulbersh Today

At Carolina Facial Plastics in Charlotte, I believe that patients of all ages, skin types, and ethnicities can benefit from a completely customized facial rejuvenation procedure to correct their problem areas. If you’d like to learn more about undergoing a non-invasive or surgical facelift in Charlotte, I encourage you to contact my medical practice today to schedule your initial consultation by calling (704) 323-5090. During this time, I’ll be able to examine you in person to determine which type of facelift technique will be best for you.

For more information about undergoing a liquid or surgical facelift in Charlotte, please contact Carolina Facial Plastics Today.

3 Ways To Overcome An Aging Neck & Face

Monday, May 6th, 2013

liquid necklift charlotte 3 300x120 3 Ways To Overcome An Aging Neck & FaceFor some of us, aging can be a slow process that occurs overtime. However, others may seem to wakeup with a new wrinkle every day! So, what is the best way to overcome an aging face and neck? In this blog, I’ll share my expert opinion on my top three picks that will lead to a healthier and more youthful appearance.

Non-invasive Treatments

An extremely effective solution to overcoming an aging face is to use a combination of Botox and facial fillers in a procedure that has come to be known as a liquid facelift in Charlotte. Together, facial fillers and Botox can help diminish the appearance of the following:

  • Fine lines
  • Deep folds
  • Wrinkles
  • Crow’s feet
  • Volume Loss
  • Sagging neck & jowls

Though you may know that Botox works to temporarily freeze facial muscles that cause wrinkles, it’s a well kept secret that Botox in Charlotte can also be used to tighten loose jowls and a slightly sagging neck without ever undergoing surgery. Though the procedure isn’t permanent, it can provide relief from the aging process for 3-6 months.

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No matter what stage of the aging process you’re in, taking care of your skin is always extremely important and integral in prolonging the aging process and helping to diminish the appearance of new wrinkles. At Carolina Facial Plastics in Charlotte, I often recommend patients undergo chemical peels in combination with using a line of skincare products that can be customized to meet their unique needs. Image skincare can provide patients with the latest advancement in anti-aging solutions and contains absolutely no chemical preservatives or parabens.

It’s also very important to continue to wear sunscreen throughout your life, as this will help to stop any unnecessary damage from the suns harmful rays that can age your skin.

Surgery

A patient who is deeper into the aging process will most likely benefit from a surgical solution as opposed to a liquid facelift or regimen of fillers and Botox. Undergoing a Charlotte facelift is the best way to see a significant improvement in wrinkles, volume loss, and skin tightening for older patients. At my office in Charlotte, I often combine a facelift and necklift into one surgery for my patients, which reduces the recovery time to only one procedure and allows them to enjoy a natural and complimentary look to both integral areas.

Contact Carolina Facial Plastics in Charlotte Today

If you’re ready to learn how non-invasive and surgical treatments like chemical peels, facial fillers, Botox, and a facelift or necklift can help you overcome an aged appearance, I encourage you to contact my office in Charlotte today to schedule your initial consultation. During this time,  I’ll be able to come up with a treatment plan completely based on your ultimate needs and goals to provide you with the best results possible. As a board certified head and neck surgeon with a special knowledge in facial plastic surgery, I’m confident that I can bring my patients exactly the facial rejuvenation that they’ve been seeking.

For more information, please contact Carolina Facial Plastics today by calling (704) 323-5090.

The Truth Behind Beauty Sleep

Friday, May 3rd, 2013

 The Truth Behind Beauty SleepIt’s happened to all of us at one point or another, and sometimes more frequently than we would like. Without sleep, it seems like no amount of coffee, makeup, or exercise can truly cover up the fact that we’re tired. As a board certified head and neck surgeon in Charlotte who specializes in facial plastic surgery, I spend my time helping patients look and feel their best, and would like to shed light on the true meaning and importance of getting enough beauty sleep.

The term ‘beauty sleep’ comes from the idea that if our bodies don’t get enough rest each night, our appearance begins to change with dark under eye circles, premature wrinkling, and an overall tired appearance. If you don’t think this is true, think again.

Stress is one of the biggest factors in aging.  When our body doesn’t get an adequate amount of time in bed, your skin becomes compromised due to a drop in healthy and necessary collagen. In addition, stress has been proven to lower the amount of melanin in the skin that helps to keep our complexion radiant and healthy. If that isn’t enough information to get you back into bed, how about this: our cells act 10-15 years older than they actually are when our body is tired, meaning you may only be 30 years old, but look 45!

Overcoming An Aging Face

If you think you  might be seeing early signs of aging on your face due to a lack of sleep, there are a few things you can do aside from attempting to lower the level of your stresses in everyday life and improving your sleep quality. At my practice in Charlotte, two of the best ways to overcome stubborn wrinkles, volume loss, and under eye hollows that give the appearance of dark circles are with Botox and facial fillers in Charlotte. Botox works through a series of injections to the facial muscles where wrinkling is occurring. After the injections, the muscles become temporarily frozen, resulting in a quick diminishment of their appearance. To help erase under eye circles and facial volume loss, my patients find facial fillers injections helpful. Facial fillers under the eyes can help to smooth out unwanted creases and plump up a once youthful area, immediately resulting in an improvement and awakened appearance.

Schedule Your Consultation At Carolina Facial Plastics Today

Now that you have a better understanding of how sleep can refresh your appearance, I encourage you to contact my office today to find out about the easy ways to enhance your look even more with non-invasive product including Botox and facial fillers. With adequate sleep and cosmetic surgery, my patients can look and feel their best year round. Because I’m a board certified head and neck surgeon with a special and unique knowledge of facial plastic surgery, I have a great understanding of how to bring subtle and natural changes to a persons face without an ‘over-done’ appearance.

For more information about undergoing non-invasive cosmetic treatments in Charlotte to rejuvenate and awaken your appearance, contact Carolina Facial Plastics today by calling (704) 323-5090.

Using Botox To Treat Facial Synkinesis

Thursday, April 18th, 2013

Beforeafterbotoxfacialsynkinesis 300x152 Using Botox To Treat Facial SynkinesisAs a facial plastic surgeon in Charlotte with a unique training and knowledge in treating facial paralysis and Bell’s palsy, I’d like to let my patients know about a great treatment that can be used to help create facial balance after an episode of Bell’s palsy—Botox.

What Is Facial Synkinesis?

Facial synkinesis in Charlotte occurs after an episode of Bell’s palsy when the patient doesn’t regain full facial movement. Synkinesis is the inability to coordinate the individual muscles of half of the face.  It results in a wide range of both functional and aesthetic changes.  Common changes include:

  1. Narrowing of the eye during smiling

  2. Asymmetry of the smile

  3. Dimpling of the chin

  4. Asymmetry of the forhead

  5. Pulling sensation in the neck

For my patients in Charlotte, Synkinesis can have a negative impact on the quality of life and of a patient’s self image. Botox is excellent and the best method to improve the function and the appearance of the synkinetic face.  It is injected to muscles on both sides of the face to increase facial symmetry at rest and during animation.  It can be used to open a narrowed eye, soften the smile, and relieve the pulling senstation just to name a few of the positive effects of Botox used to treat facial synkinesis.

What Is Bell’s Palsy?

Bell’s palsy is a disorder of the facial nerve that brings facial paralysis to one side of the face. Unlike other forms of facial paralysis, the cause of Bell’s palsy isn’t entirely understood, though many medical professionals believe it to be a result of a virus affecting the facial nerve. When the facial nerve becomes inflamed, the necessary neural input is blocked which prevents movement of the facial muscles.  Initially, Bell’s palsy in Charlotte is commonly treated with anti-virals and steroids. In nearly 90% of patients affected with the condition, facial movement is regained over the course of the following months after diagnosis, though it’s difficult to pinpoint exactly when the condition will run its course.

Contact Carolina Facial Plastics Today

As a board certified head and neck surgeon with a special training in facial plastic and reconstructive surgery, I’m able to provide my patients with an ideal knowledge of both the function and aesthetics of the face. If you’re suffering from synkinesis as a result of Bell’s palsy, I encourage you to contact my medical practice in Charlotte today to schedule your initial consultation by calling (704) 323-5090. Using Botox has proven time and time again to be successful for my patients, and I’m confident that I can help you achieve a more symmetrical smile as well.

For additional information about undergoing Charlotte Botox treatments to treat facial synkinesis for Bell’s palsy, please contact my office today.

Are You A Good Candidate For A Tip Rhinoplasty?

Tuesday, April 16th, 2013

A procedure that is becoming much more common today than it was several years ago is called a tip rhinoplasty. Often times, patients come into my office for a consultation believing that they’re a good candidate for a primary rhinoplasty, though after hearing their goals, it’s very clear that they will see better results from a procedure dedicated to correcting only the tip of the nose.

If you’re experiencing a bulbous or poorly defined nasal tip, I’d like to let you know how a tip rhinoplasty in Charlotte could be beneficial to you.

What Is A Tip Rhinoplasty?

Kulbersh NonSurgicalRhinoplasty1 large 300x203 Are You A Good Candidate For A Tip Rhinoplasty?A tip rhinoplasty is a procedure offered at Carolina Facial Plastics that can correct problems with the nasal tip. Most commonly, patients who are excellent candidates for this procedure are individuals who have a very large or small nasal tip, as well as those who have a tip lacking in definition.  At my office in Charlotte,  tip rhinoplasty aims to adjusts the lower third portion of the nose, and does not involve any breaking of the nasal bones in the dorsum or bridge. The ultimate results of a tip rhinoplasty often depend upon what type of skin type my patients have, be it thick or thin. Patients with thin skin tend to see a much more defined nasal result. While it may be more difficult to achieve proper nasal definition in thicker skinned patients, it is by no means impossible.

A tip rhinoplasty is truly a procedure of millimeters, as I believe that achieving a natural and harmonious nasal result is best seen by making many small changes that together create a nose that fits the face but does not change its character. By adjusting the nasal tip, I can create a nose that appears to be the nose the patient should have been born with. A Charlotte tip rhinoplasty is a less invasive procedure than a primary or revision rhinoplasty procedure, which results in less recovery time, bruising, and swelling for my patients.

Schedule Your Rhinoplasty Consultation in Charlotte Today

Undergoing a tip rhinoplasty can be an excellent procedure for individuals wishing to correct a minor problem with their nasal tip. If you’re interested in learning more about the procedure and how I can help you achieve a more harmonious and balanced nose, please contact Carolina Facial Plastics today by calling (704) 323-5090. During your initial consultation with, I’ll be able to address your unique concerns and come up with a treatment plan completely tailored for you. As a board certified head and neck surgeon with a special training in rhinoplasty, I’m confident in my ability to bring you the results you’re seeking.

For more information about undergoing a tip rhinoplasty in Charlotte, please contact my office today.

What Is A Non-Surgical Browlift?

Thursday, April 4th, 2013

Kulbersh NonSurgicalBrowlift4 large 300x203 What Is A Non Surgical Browlift?An aging face cannot be escaped, but it can be prolonged and managed. Often times, one of the biggest areas of concern for individuals is the brow region, as this part of our face tends to be utilized tremendously through our entire lives in making expressions. If a patient isn’t quite ready to undergo surgery to overcome forehead drooping or excessive fine lines and wrinkles, a great procedure that I often recommend is known as a non-surgical or liquid browlift in Charlotte that can be performed in one quick office visit.

What Is A Liquid Browlift?

A non-surgical or liquid browlift is a procedure that I perform at my office in Charlotte for individuals who are experiencing a slightly sagging brow with age or for those beginning to develop unwanted wrinkles and fine lines. As our brow begins to droop, it often results in excess skin becoming noticeable over our eyes, leaving a tired and aged appearance.

Depending on the severity of a drooping brow, I’ll develop a treatment plan comprised of chemicals like Botox or Dysport, facial fillers in Charlotte, or possibly both. A chemical browlift using Botox and Dysport actually helps to weaken the muscles that pull our brow downwards, therefore allowing it to be released upwards to its youthful resting position. When I use Botox or Dysport to help a patient overcome a drooping brow, I carefully inject the chemicals to continue to keep the muscles responsible for raising the eyebrows in their proper place, resulting in a very subtle and natural lift. When facial fillers are utilized during a liquid browlift, their main role is to help combat volume loss in the space directly above the eyebrows. By adding volume to this area, it pulls the skin outward and upward, creating a natural and balanced elevation.

Patients who often make excellent candidates to undergo the non-surgical procedure are those who are not quite yet seeing a dramatic aged appearance on their face, but who are only beginning to notice miniscule signs of volume loss, wrinkles, fine lines, and skin lax. Patients who are beginning to appreciate deep folds or extreme brow sagginess should consider a surgical browlift, which can be performed with the most advanced minimally invasive techniques to lessen recovery time, bruising, swelling, and pain associated with the procedure.

Schedule Your Consultation Today

If you’re interested in learning more about different non-invasive facial rejuvenation procedures like the liquid browlift in Charlotte, I encourage you to contact my practice in Charlotte today to schedule your initial consultation by calling (704) 323-5090. During your initial consultation, I’ll be able to determine which type of browlift you’re best suited for, be it a liquid brow lift with facial fillers or chemicals like Botox and Dysport. For more information about undergoing the procedure at my office, please contact Carolina Facial Plastics today to schedule your first appointment.

New Study Finds Combined Nose & Chin Surgery Bring Patients Most Pleasing Results

Friday, March 22nd, 2013

ChinImplant Rhinoplasty6 large New Study Finds Combined Nose & Chin Surgery Bring Patients Most Pleasing ResultsI recently came across a new study that depicted the happiness of patients who underwent a rhinoplasty in conjunction with a chin augmentation. To the surprise of many, it was discovered that patients who had the two procedures completed together were more pleased with their final results than individuals who underwent only a rhinoplasty.

According to new research from the University of Verona in Italy, the proportional relationship between the chin and nose is the biggest factor in determining a pleasing aesthetic facial appearance and can be the reason why some individuals who only seek a rhinoplasty are not completely satisfied with their final results. Because the chin and nose are intricately related  facial features, I’d like to let my patients understand why I commonly recommend a chin implant while undergoing a rhinoplasty in Charlotte.

Undergoing A Chin Augmentation & Rhinoplasty In Charlotte

I believe achieving facial balance is the ideal method to create the best results.  Many times, people may only have one facial feature that is not in balance with the face, but there are times when more than one facial feature is not in harmony with the face.  It is a myth that undergoing multiple procedures will diminish the chances of achieving a natural result or  result in a done appearance. When complimentary procedures are performed on multiple features, it can bring the entire face into proportion resulting in the most natural look possible.

A small chin can make the illusion of the nose being larger than it actually is.  If a patient is undergoing a rhinoplasty in Charlotte to make the nose smaller and the chin is weak, then I will recommend a chin implant to improve facial balance.  After I point this relationship to my patients on the imaging morphing software, they commonly agree with the assessment and undergo a chin implant during the rhinoplasty.  I have found these patients to be happy and thankful they chose to have the chin implant.

Schedule Your Consultation At Carolina Facial Plastics Today 

If you’ve been considering a rhinoplasty, Charlotte chin augmentation, or both procedures, I encourage you to contact my medical practice today to learn more about how I can bring you natural and aesthetically balanced results. To schedule your initial consultation at Carolina Facial Plastics today, please call (704) 323-5090 where I’ll be able to address any questions or concerns that you may have. As a board certified head and neck surgeon with a unique knowledge and specialty into the function and aesthetics of the face, my number one goal is to always meet my patient’s needs through providing a completely custom and focused treatment plan.

For more information about rhinoplasty and chin augmentation surgery, please contact my office today.

Male Facelifts Facts

Monday, March 11th, 2013

iStock 000017067522Large 300x199 Male Facelifts FactsAn increasing number of men are turning to facial rejuvenation to bring a more youthful appearance to their faces. When a man is in his mid forties, the eyes are the first areas that begin to show signs of aging.  The skin on the upper lid begins to become heavy and bags begin to form underneath the eyes.  At this time, a common surgical procedure, blepharoplasty or eyelid lift, is performed to remove the excess skin and help smooth out the bags.  When a man enters his fifties, it’s often time to undergo a cosmetic surgery that can address more than just one issue—a facelift.

As a board certified head and neck surgeon in Charlotte and fellowship trained in facial plastic surgery, I believe that a male facelift can address many signs of aging while still maintaining a natural and masculine appearance.

Aging In A Male Face

While men and women all experience the aging process, how it affects males and females is very different. When a man seeks a facelift, it’s often to increase definition at the jawline that was lost secondary to muscle laxity and sagging skin.When the jowls become apperant, this can create a drooping appearance of the face and mouth.

To address facial aging in men, I often perform facelifts or a minilift depending on the severity and unique goals of the patient. During a facelift in Charlotte, I  remove excess fat in the neck and tighten the underlying muscles. This allows me to elevate sagging skin and remove it. Patients who may opt instead for a minilift generally wish to correct only the lower third of the face—the jowls and the neck. A minilift is a less invasive procedure ideal for individuals showing slight signs of aging including early neck sagging, excess skin, or drooping jowls.

During a male facelift, there are different techniques that I perform to ensure a natural result on a male.  First the incisions are placed in a different location to prevent movement of the beard.  The incisions in the male have to placed in a location to prevent any signs of the surgery.  The incisions are hidden around the ear and in the hairline.  Men typically have more excess fat in the neck, so I typically have to remove more fat in men than in women.  These are just a few differences between male and female facelift techniques.

Contact Carolina Facial Plastics Today

Like every procedure that I perform, I always make sure that my male patients ultimate goals are met through careful attention to detail during surgery, which brings natural yet masculine results.  If you’d like to learn more about undergoing a facelift at Carolina Facial Plastics and have additional questions for me, I encourage you to contact my office in Charlotte today by calling (704) 323-5090 to schedule your initial consultation.  As a facelift expert, I fully understand the importance of listening to the needs of my patients and addressing them completely during the procedure.

For more information regarding male facelifts at Carolina Facial Plastics, please contact my office today.