Top Cosmetic Procedures for the Holiday Season
After so many years performing plastic surgery in Portland, Dr. Ronald DeMars has seen various trends develop in his practice. One of those trends is procedures for the holiday season. Among the most popular are: Botox and Fillers The most common nonsurgical treatments to get ready for all the holiday get-togethers and photos are centered
Will Eyelid Surgery Take Care of Dark Circles Under the Eye?
Eyelid surgery, known as Blepharoplasty, is performed by Dr. DeMars to improve the appearance of the eyelid area by making the tissues look smoother, firmer and usually younger. In some cases, it can treat dark circles under the eye. Most patients associate a Blepharoplasty with surgery on the upper eyelids – often not realizing we
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
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
When Is the Best Time for Eyelid Surgery?
Eyelid surgery is a facial rejuvenation procedure that enhances the appearance of the eyes for a youthful and more energetic appearance. People considering the procedure often want to know when the best time (or age) for eyelid surgery is. In this blog post, trusted Portland plastic surgeon Dr. Ronald DeMars discusses how important — if
Does Insurance Cover Eyelid Surgery?
Eyelid surgery is one of the few plastic surgery procedures that can be covered by insurance. However, there are a few restrictions. In this blog post, Portland plastic surgeon Dr. Ronald DeMars explains when eyelid surgery may be covered by insurance. Upper Eyelid Surgery vs Lower Eyelid Surgery There are two types of eyelid surgery.
The Benefits of Combining Upper, Lower Eyelid Lift with Facelift
More often than not, signs of aging affect more than one facial area at once. As you age, the skin on the upper eyelids may begin to droop, the dark circles underneath your eyes may become more apparent and the skin on the cheeks and chin begin to sag. Because of this, many patients choose
Is Plastic Surgery in Portland Seasonal? Answer by Dr. DeMars
Patients sometimes ask if plastic surgery in Portland is seasonal, and it is. Faceliftsand eyelid surgery are more popular in the winter months, likely due to the down time after the holidays and before our beautiful spring and summer when there are more social activities. The most seasonal procedure of all, however, is breast augmentation. Most patients in
How To Get Rid of Bags Under Eyes
Dealing with under eye bags? Several beauty magazines will give you tips and tricks for removing under-eye puffiness which may help with temporarily relieving puffiness due to poor sleep, consuming too much sodium, or other self-caused triggers. These remedies may include creams, ice packs, make-up tricks or other quick fixes. But for some people who
