Can A Facelift Look Natural?
Are you considering plastic surgery but wondering if a facelift can look natural? According to Dr. Ronald DeMars, a highly experienced surgeon in making patients look younger through the benefits of facial cosmetic surgery, the most common concern his Portland facelift patients voice is the fear of looking “plastic” or “done” after the procedure. That
Are There Natural Alternatives to Breast Implants?
Breast implants are FDA-approved devices used to enhance the shape and size of the breasts. Today’s saline and silicone implants are safe, and designed to be strong and durable. Still, some women are hesitant to have breast implants placed and are curious to know whether there are natural solutions to breast enhancement. Here, Dr. Ronald
Will Eyelid Surgery Change The Shape Of The Eye?
If you are like the many others who wonder if eyelid surgery will change the shape of your eye, read on to learn more about today’s blepharoplasty techniques from Portland eyelid surgery expert Dr. Ronald DeMars. Years ago, when the procedure of blepharoplasty was less refined, the lower eyelid could look rounder, or the corner
Liposuction for Weight Loss: Fact vs. Fiction
Undoubtedly one of the biggest areas of misconception surrounding liposuction is its relation to weight loss. Can liposuction actually help you lose weight? Are the slimming effects of liposuction permanent? Here, Portland plastic surgeon Dr. Ronald DeMars shares the truth on the biggest myths about the procedure. Myth: Liposuction Can Help Me Lose Weight Fact:
Will Wrinkles Return If You Stop Botox Treatment?
Many patients who visit Dr. DeMars at his Portland plastic surgery office have questions about Botox injections and how they work. One common question is, “will wrinkles return if you stop Botox treatments?” To answer this question, it’s best to start with some background. Botox is a liquid injected in small amounts using very tiny
The Latest Statistics from the American Society of Plastic Surgeons
More people are undergoing plastic surgery, according to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS). The latest report from the organization revealed that Americans spent a record-breaking $16 billion on plastic surgery procedures last year. So which procedures came out on top? In this blog post, Dr. Ronald DeMars, who performs cosmetic surgery in Portland,
How and Why Do Breast Implants “Settle” After Surgery? How Long Does It Take?
“How and why do breast implants settle?” and “how long does it take” are common questions patients ask us at Dr. DeMars’ plastic surgery practice. To answer this, we provide some background beginning with the initial patient consultation discussion. When women meet with Dr. DeMars during a consultation to discuss a breast augmentation procedure, one
Why Back-to-School Season Is a Great Time for a Mommy Makeover
The timing of your mommy makeover is key to ensuring long-lasting and beautiful results. Because mommy makeover requires downtime, it is important to schedule your treatment when you have plenty of time to recover afterwards. Many women unhappy with their post-pregnancy bodies opt to enhance their appearance by having a mommy makeover during the back-to-school
Botox: Fact vs Fiction
Many of Dr. DeMars Portland plastic surgery patients enjoy the benefits of using Botox, however many new patients have some confusion surrounding Botox fact vs. fiction. We’ve provided this article to help shed light on this popular non-surgical cosmetic option. Fact: Botox is safe. Botox is derived from Botulinum toxin, a very strong food poison,
Choosing Between Non-Surgical and Surgical Options for My Facial Rejuvenation
When patients are discussing facial rejuvenation with Dr. DeMars they frequently confuse the surgical and non-surgical techniques available, wondering which they should be doing. In many cases Dr. DeMars will recommend using a combination of the techniques for maximum effectiveness. Surgical and Non-Surgical techniques should not be thought of as “Either-Or” choices as they are