Rhinoplasty - Eyelid Surgery - Lip Augmentation/Lip Lift - Brow Lift - Otoplasty - Chin Surgery

Rhinoplasty, or corrective nose surgery, is one of the most artistic procedures in plastic surgery. Achieving a balanced appearance to the nasal shape, from both the frontal and side views, must be combined with careful attention to the functional purpose of the nose.

In consideration of your rhinoplasty in Santa Barbara, adjustments may be made to your nasal tip, your nasal dorsum, your nasal width, and your nasal base. A change in one of these features, however, can have significant effect on the appearance of the others. Meticulous surgical technique, combined with an in-depth knowledge of nasal anatomy and a wide array of rhinoplasty nuances allows Dr. Sheffield and Dr. Lowenstein to customize the rhinoplasty operation to your individual needs.

While patients of some surgeons can be recognized by a standard postoperative nasal form, Dr. Lowenstein and Dr. Sheffield feel your nose should be made to be in perfect balance with the rest of your face. This means taking into account your facial proportions, skin thickness, cartilaginous rigidity, and bony formations. Simultaneously, your nasal septum may need to be addressed to improve breathing. Other nasal structures such as the turbinates may need assessment and surgical adjustment for the same reasons. It is vital that a multifaceted approach be utilized in assessment as well as execution of your rhinoplasty operation in Santa Barbara.

At the Montecito Center for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, Dr. Sheffield and Dr. Lowenstein pride themselves on educating you about the details of your operative assessment and the reasoning behind each of the planned surgical maneuvers. Computer analysis can aid in conveying your wishes to the surgeon and may also help the surgeon relay postoperative expectations back to you.

As one of the most technical and creative procedures in plastic surgery, Dr. Lowenstein and Dr. Sheffield take pride in specializing in the rhinoplasty procedure. To see rhinoplasty animated, click here.

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Eyelid Surgery, or blepharoplasty, can rejuvenate the area above and below your eyes. Excess skin in these areas, called dermatochalasis, can result in "bags" below your eyes, or "hooding" of your upper eyelid over your eyelashes. The fat that is naturally found underneath both the upper and lower eyelid can become more apparent with age and can also contribute to the appearance of an old or tired look. Upper and lower blepharoplasty involves well-hidden incisions to provide access to the fatty deposits so they can be removed or replaced to their natural position. Different appearances may require different manipulations, and skin laxity in these areas can also be addressed to varying degrees depending on your particular situation.

The goals of your eyelid surgery in Santa Barbara are to provide a rejuvenated, more youthful appearance to the area of your face that is most engaging with respect to personal interaction. Particular attention must be paid to the natural anatomy and preoperative condition of your eyelid anatomy to prevent an "operated" look. Tightening of the eyelid structures enables a restoration of an attractive almond shape, while careful attention to surgical detail can prevent a "hollowed" appearance. To see eyelid surgery animated, click here.

The incisions associated with blepharoplasty can allow access to your cheek, brow, and midface such that ancillary procedures may be simultaneously performed. Dr. Lowenstein and Dr. Sheffield will offer insight to possible surgical manipulations which may benefit the facial form, though your wishes are placed first and foremost in the decision making process. You will never be pressured to have unwanted surgeries at the Montecito Center for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery in Santa Barbara.

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Lip augmentation is one of the most commonly requested procedures in cosmetic surgery. This can be performed with soft tissue fullers such as Restylane®, Juvaderm™, Perlane®, and fat injection. Application of BOTOX® Cosmetic can also be involved in shaping your lips and mouth. Dr. Sheffield and Dr. Lowenstein insist on performing these procedures themselves, rather than have their staff provide these services. Despite the extra time it takes, the surgeons feel that their in-depth knowledge of facial anatomy gained from their surgical experience allows for more refined injection techniques. The key to the injections is achievement of a balance between your upper and lower lips, while maintaining the appearance of a natural fullness. To see lip augmentation animated, click here.

Some patients may have an excessively long upper lip, which may require "lifting" or shortening. This is sometimes required following orthognathic jaw surgery, or when a long upper lip prevents proper tooth show, especially when smiling. Careful facial analysis by Dr. Lowenstein or Dr. Sheffield will identify patients who can benefit from this procedure.

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Browlifts can revitalize drooping or lined foreheads, helping you to look less angry, sad or tired. Using either traditional or minimally invasive (endoscopic) methods, the muscles above the eyes are altered to smooth lines and raise the eyebrows for a more youthful appearance. The procedure is often combined with other operations such as eyelid surgery and/or facelifts to improve the look of your eyes and other areas of the face. To see a brow lift animated, click here.

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Ear surgery for children or adults can set prominent ears closer to the head and reduce the size of large ears. Surgery may also be helpful for "lop ear," "cupped ear" and "shell ear," large or stretched earlobes, and lobes with creases and wrinkles. The procedure lasts for two to three hours and may be performed in a hospital, office-based facility or outpatient surgery center under general or local anesthesia.

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Chin augmentation, as well as cheek augmentation, represent relatively small changes to your face that can have significant effects on the overall facial appearance. Multiple types of procedures can be used for these augmentations, alone or in conjunction with other operations. Placement of facial implants to the correct tissue planes can result in a very pleasing, long lasting refinement to the areas of your mid-face and lower facial regions. Meticulous attention to surgical technique can help avoid rare infection complications, and with well-hidden incisions, patient satisfaction is often very high.

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Most facial surgery is very well tolerated, and with meticulous technique, result in only  temporary swelling and bruising.  Pain is often minimal following these procedures.  Depending on the type of facial surgery you require, the surgeons can educate you on specific postoperative expectations so you can plan your smooth recovery and convalescence in a convenient manner, with no surprises.

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