Facelift Cosmetic Plastic Surgery procedures in Sarasota, Bradenton and Lakewood Ranch

Cosmetic surgery is a process that has become more and more popular in enhancing the looks of many people all over the world. The fascination of good looks has consumed our society and has drawn many people of many ages to the world of cosmetic surgery. Cosmetic surgery is viewed as an aesthetic enhancement, which can be less invasive than plastic surgery. Procedures such as Botox, collagen injections, peels, face lifts, and much more encompass what cosmetic surgery truly is. Modern technology has made many of these procedures quick, less painful, and sometimes affordable for the public. Modern technology has also made it possible for the public to be educated about cosmetic surgery procedures and cosmetic surgeons in the comfort of their own home through internet access. Educating a prospective patient about cosmetic surgery procedures is important because it gives the patient the opportunity to have a basic knowledge of procedures before consulting a cosmetic surgeon.

A facelift is a procedure that is performed to address the signs of aging. As we age, our facial skin can loosen its elasticity and as a result, the skin will loosen and wrinkle, and the muscles within our neck may weaken as well. This can be caused not only by age, but also by over exposure to the sun, weight fluctuations, and heredity. A facelift can help repair some of these problems by firming and tightening the skin of the face and neck. For a more complete facial rejuvenation, facelifts are frequently performed in conjunction with other procedures such as upper eyelid blepharoplasty and lower eyelid blepharoplasty. In some cases, collagen or Botox injections are recommended for deep creases in the forehead or frown lines between the eyebrows. A facelift however, cannot change the texture of the skin. Fine lines, acne scars, age spots, etc, will eventually return to their original texture. Fortunately, there are skin treatments available to help these problem areas.

Plastic surgery encompasses many types of procedures. These procedures have become quite popular within our society today through reality TV shows such as Dr. 90210, Extreme Makeover, and MTV's "I Want A Famous Face". The public has become much more educated about plastic surgery procedures because of internet access. People have the ability to access a variety of websites to learn about procedures such as liposuction and breast augmentation. This enables a prospective patient to have some knowledge of a specific procedure, its recovery time, and its effects, as well as learning about the plastic surgeons that are within the local area that perform these various procedures.

Earning his B.S. Degree from Florida State University and his M.D. degree from the University of Florida, Dr. Enrique J. Fernandez, MD, FACS is a plastic surgeon certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery in the Lakewood Ranch area. He is the founder of Florida Plastic Surgery and he began his practice in Bradenton, Florida in 1986. Dr. Fernandez's practice includes a variety of plastic surgery procedures. He is an active member within his family and his community, and has taken an active stand to promote the legislation and policies that are intended to further enhance the safety of patients and quality of care within the field of plastic surgery. Dr. Fernandez is respected by his peers within the state of Florida and across the United States. Lakewood Ranch is conveniently located in the southwest area of the city of Bradenton, making it easier for patients in the Lakewood Ranch area to contact and meet with Dr. Fernandez for plastic surgery consultations.

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