Category Archives: Facial Plastic Surgery

Nose Job Videos: Be Skeptical

Posted on December 27, 2018 by Dr. Mahlon Kerr

Patients considering any type of plastic surgery have access to more information online than ever before, including YouTube videos. Rhinoplasty patients I see in Austin, for example, have often watched at least one video about the procedure by the time they come in for their consultations. Researching a procedure you’re considering can be helpful, but it’s important to remember that … Read more

Owning It: You Choose How Open To Be About Your Facelift Experience

Posted on December 15, 2018 by Dr. Mahlon Kerr

A recent survey conducted by RealSelf, a leading online resource for people considering aesthetic procedures, showed that more than 1 in 3 adults in the U.S. are considering getting a cosmetic treatment in the next 12 months. In other words, if you’re planning on anything from BOTOX® Cosmetic injections to a facelift in Austin or elsewhere, you’re not alone. Even … Read more

Facelift or Fillers: Which One Are You Ready For?

Posted on October 25, 2018 by Dr. Mahlon Kerr

Planning your facial rejuvenation can be a bit like trying to hit a moving target. With a good bit of overlap between what popular treatments can accomplish, as well as the natural variations in the human face, nailing down your perfect anti-aging solution is difficult. To be more specific, I routinely hear from prospective patients who aren’t sure if they’re … Read more

Is There an Age Range for Facelifts?

Posted on March 13, 2018 by Dr. Mahlon Kerr

I would like to provide you with the “answer” to a looming question that many of my patients have. When I have patients that are interested in a facelift, many of them are either asking, “Am I too young?” or “Am I too old?” Here’s the reality of the procedure: I have had patients in their 20s, and I have … Read more

What Kind of Results Should You Expect From a Rhinoplasty?

Posted on January 25, 2018 by Dr. Mahlon Kerr

Patients visit our Austin plastic surgery considering rhinoplasty for several reasons. Some patients come in purely because they’re dissatisfied with their appearance; others see us following an injury or are seeking a solution for their obstructed breathing. Side note: Nose surgery that is done for non-cosmetic reasons is referred to as functional rhinoplasty. Many of our patients don’t realize that … Read more