BOTOX® Cosmetic & Dysport®

A hybrid laser’s dual ablative/non-ablative approach creates more extensive results by smoothing the skin’s surface while stimulating deeper collagen remodeling. This balance often delivers more noticeable improvements with less downtime than relying on a single laser type alone.

A non-ablative laser rejuvenates skin by heating it from the inside out, boosting collagen with little to no downtime. It offers gentler, more gradual results than ablative lasers.

A CO₂ fractional laser delivers carbon dioxide laser energy in a fractional pattern (tiny, evenly spaced beams) to resurface the skin by removing damaged layers and stimulating deep collagen repair. This makes it one of the most effective nonsurgical options for sun damage, wrinkles, scars, and skin laxity. The fractional nature of the laser reduces downtime.

The Alma hybrid laser is an effective option for treating sun-damaged skin. It can significantly improve pigment, tone, texture, fine lines, and mild laxity. The degree of improvement depends on the severity of the damage, the skin type, and the aggressiveness of the treatment.

Most patients can start wearing makeup again about 1 to 2 weeks after eyelid surgery, but the timing depends on how healing progresses.

Blepharoplasty results are considered long-lasting, but the longevity depends on whether it’s the upper or lower eyelids. Upper eyelid surgery results typically last for 10 to 15 years. Results following lower eyelid surgery are often permanent, although the skin continues aging.

Yes, AccuTite is an effective, nonsurgical treatment for mild skin laxity in the lower eyelid. AccuTite uses heat from radiofrequency energy to tighten skin and reduce under eye fat.

Upper eyelid surgery removes excess skin, muscle, and sometimes fat from the upper eyelids. Incisions are made in the eyelid’s natural fold. Lower eyelid surgery removes or repositions fat and tightens skin beneath the eyes. Incisions can be made either externally along the lash line or inside the lower lid (transconjunctival).

Brow lift results often last 10 to 12 years, sometimes longer. You can extend the duration of your results by limiting sun exposure, not smoking, and minimizing stress. Maintenance treatments such as BOTOX injections can also extend and complement surgical results.

Yes, a brow lift can absolutely feminize facial features. Women’s brows are typically higher and have more of an arch than men’s, whose brows sit lower and flatter. If desired, a brow lift can reposition the brows to create a softer, more feminine contour.

Endoscopic means the surgeon inserts a tiny camera, called an endoscope, through small incisions hidden in the hairline. This camera gives a clear, magnified view of the tissues, enabling the surgeon to lift the brows precisely with minimal scarring and a quicker recovery than traditional methods.

At-home creams and devices may provide temporary improvement in the skin’s appearance, but they cannot create real contour changes. If you’re dealing with mild to moderate laxity, jowls, or a double chin, minimally invasive treatments like FaceTite or AccuTite deliver significantly more visible and longer-lasting results than DIY products.

You can expect RF skin tightening results to last 1 to 2 years, especially if you complete the recommended treatment series and schedule yearly maintenance.

Yes. RF skin tightening is generally safe and effective for most people when performed by a qualified provider. It’s a minimally invasive option for early signs of skin laxity, and while you may experience a few days of redness or swelling, recovery is typically much quicker than with surgery.

Blepharoplasty and ptosis repair are both eyelid surgeries, but they correct very different problems. Blepharoplasty is cosmetic surgery designed to improve your appearance. Ptosis repair corrects a true drooping eyelid caused by a weak or stretched levator muscle (the muscle that lifts the eyelid). It can provide both functional and cosmetic improvements.

In rare cases, forehead or glabellar BOTOX can cause temporary eyelid drooping (ptosis) if the medication spreads into the muscles that lift the eyelid. While BOTOX cannot prevent true ptosis, it is sometimes used for a nonsurgical brow lift. By relaxing the muscles that pull the brows downward, BOTOX can subtly elevate the brows and create a more open look around the eyes.

Age-related ptosis does not typically resolve on its own and usually worsens over time. This happens because the eyelid-lifting muscle (levator) and its supporting tissues gradually weaken or stretch. As the condition progresses, the drooping lid can begin to obstruct your vision.

Most patients schedule BOTOX treatments every 3 to 4 months to maintain consistent results. With regular use, the treated muscles can become conditioned to stay relaxed, so you may be able to wait longer between maintenance appointments over time.

Avoid rubbing the treatment area or lying down for the first 4 to 6 hours after getting BOTOX injections. During the first 24 hours, don’t exercise, do any heavy lifting, or perform any other activity that can increase blood flow.

We don’t recommend getting BOTOX injections while pregnant or breastfeeding. No clinical studies have researched the safety of BOTOX during pregnancy, so there’s no evidence proving it’s safe for the developing baby.

The number of BOTOX units you’ll need depends on the treatment area, your facial anatomy, your muscle strength, and your aesthetic goals. For example, it typically takes 15 to 30 units to treat vertical frown lines between the eyes (the “11s”).

California law clearly defines who can perform BOTOX injections: physicians, physician assistants, and registered nurses. PAs and RNs require physician supervision. At LaFace, Dr. Phan injects BOTOX and Dysport®.

We recommend not using straws for 1 to 2 days after getting lip fillers. You can eat once your lips no longer feel numb, so you don’t accidentally bite your lip.

Lip filler injections can cause some discomfort, but we apply a numbing cream beforehand to make the treatment more comfortable.

No, you shouldn’t get dermal filler injections when you’re pregnant or breastfeeding.

Many dermal fillers can be dissolved or reversed, depending on the type of filler used. Hyaluronic acid-based fillers, including popular brands such as JUVÉDERM and Restylane, can be dissolved with an enzyme called hyaluronidase. Biostimulators such as Sculptra® or Radiesse® cannot be reversed because they are not formulated with hyaluronic acid.

You should wait at least 48 to 72 hours before applying makeup after radiofrequency microneedling treatments. This waiting period allows your skin to begin healing before applying makeup.

In California, microneedling is regulated fairly strictly. RF microneedling is a medical procedure that is distinct from less invasive, at-home microneedling devices. At LaFace, Dr. Phan performs microneedling treatments.

Yes, RF microneedling (radiofrequency microneedling) can tighten and firm the skin and improve texture. The heat from RF microneedling causes collagen fibers to contract and remodel, leading to noticeable skin tightening over time.

Microneedling is usually well tolerated by most patients. Most people describe it as a prickly or scratching sensation, not sharp pain. However, it may be more uncomfortable on sensitive areas (like the forehead, around the eyes, or upper lip).