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Our Hollywood-area patients ask this question often. When you undergo a facelift at Rodeo Surgical Art, there will be some scarring, as there is with any surgery. Fortunately, Dr. David Mashhadian uses techniques to minimize those scars and keep them inconspicuous. During your facelift, Dr. Mashhadian will make an incision that curls around your ears and under your hairline. This is where scars usually develop. The incision is designed to ensure that any scars will be quite unnoticeable, hidden either by your hairline or your ears. The skill of your facial plastic surgeon plays a significant role in determining the extent of your scarring. Dr. Mashhadian has years of experience with the facelift procedure. He understands your concerns and uses his artistic surgical skill to give you the natural-looking results you will be more than satisfied with.

At Rodeo Surgical Art, we are a compassionate and caring practice. We are available to answer your questions about the cosmetic surgery procedures because we want our Los Angeles area patients to make informed decisions about their procedures. What is otoplasty? Otoplasty, also known as ear surgery, is a procedure in which the ears are brought into proper alignment with the rest of the head. Dr. Mashhadian can use otoplasty to reshape ears and produce a more pleasing aesthetic. What is otoplasty generally used for? Otoplasty is often used to correct ears that are too large or that protrude from the skull. It can also be used to address issues resulting from trauma or genetic deformations. Who is a good candidate for otoplasty? Otoplasty is one of the only plastic surgery procedures acceptable for children. In fact, it is commonly performed on children as young as five years old who are subject to bullying and other indignities resulting from misshapen or overly large ears. Good candidates for this procedure should be generally healthy, nonsmokers, and prepared to follow all of our pre- and post-operative advice. How long does recovery from otoplasty take? Recovery is different for every individual, but in most cases, school or work can be resumed within seven days of your otoplasty surgery. Swelling may continue for up to three months, but can be minimized by closely following all of our care instructions.

At Rodeo Surgical Art, we offer a range of non-surgical treatments to help you remove the signs of wear and aging from your skin. We’ll help you choose the options that are right for your specific cosmetic goals. Our Santa Monica patients commonly asked about the difference between BOTOX® Cosmetic and dermal fillers. Both are effective options for reducing the signs of aging, but they work in slightly different ways. BOTOX essentially prevents the muscles in your face from receiving the signals that tell them to contract. These contractions cause wrinkles and crow’s feet. In other words: no contractions, no wrinkles. BOTOX usually addresses: Crow’s feet Wrinkles on your forehead Vertical lines between eyebrows However, some wrinkles are caused by a loss of volume under the skin, and BOTOX won’t be able to address those problems. That’s where dermal fillers prove useful in complementing BOTOX’s work. Dermal fillers work by plumping the skin and filling in missing volume. They are especially helpful for: Filling in hollows under your eyes Plumping lips Restoring volume to cheeks During your consultation, we will discuss your goals and which treatments can help you achieve the natural, youthful look you desire.

VASER® Liposelection is an advanced ultrasonic liposuction method that offers our Beverly Hills patients many unique benefits. VASER® Lipo takes the basic principles of ultrasonic energy one step further to minimize liposuction risks, reduce your discomfort, and improve your overall procedure. Using the patented LipoSelection® technique, VASER® Lipo helps Dr. Mashhadian target unwanted fat cells in your body without harming the blood vessels, nerves, and other connective tissues nearby. This increases both the precision and the safety of your liposuction procedure. Other significant benefits of VASER® Liposuction include: Smoother contouring Predictable results Quicker recovery Less trauma to the treatment area Minimal bruising If you are close to your ideal weight and have good skin elasticity, you should be a good candidate for VASER® Liposuction. After your procedure. Dr. Mashhadian will provide you with a special compression garment that should be worn during your initial recovery period. After a few days of downtime, most patients are able to return to their normal daily activities, but you should not resume strenuous activities until Dr. Mashhadian informs you it is safe.

For the right candidate, breast augmentation can have tremendously positive outcomes. Not only will you breasts be fuller, but you may feel more attractive and have increased confidence, which can lead to anything from increased professional success to better enjoyment of sex. We are often asked if there is a right age for breast augmentation. The truth is the right age for each woman is as individual as you are. There is no one best age for breast augmentation, but in determining the best age for your procedure you should consider your maturity, stability, and level of desire. Maturity is important. You should be physically mature. The FDA only recommends breast implants for women age 18 or older (22 or older for silicone breast implants), but you should talk to women in your family about when they developed, because not all women’s breasts mature at the same age. Stability is also important. If you are considering breast augmentation, you will need the support of friends and family to help you get to and from the procedure and help you during the first stage of your recovery. Finally, you should gauge your level of desire to change your figure. Breast augmentation should not be entered as a casual decision. It should also not be decided during the stress of a transition, such as a divorce or other personal crisis. You should only undergo cosmetic surgery when it is truly what you want to feel comfortable and confident in your own body.

Not all dermal fillers are created equal. Cosmetic injectables, also known as soft-tissue fillers, each have unique benefits, and some are better at treating specific problem areas than others. During your consultation with Beverly Hills cosmetic surgeon Dr. David Mashhadian, we will help you select the injectables that are right for you. Our cosmetic injectable options include: BOTOX Juvederm Voluma Dysport Restylane and Perlane Radiesse Xeomin BOTOX is one of our most popular injectables. It works by inhibiting the nerves that cause muscle contractions in your face, resulting in smoother, youthful-looking skin. BOTOX has proven effective at reducing the appearance of wrinkles and fine lines such as crow’s feet. Repeat treatments are necessary to maintain results. Another of our popular injectables is Juvederm. It is a hyaluronic acid-based dermal filler that can be used to reduce severe facial wrinkles, frown lines, and folds around the nose and mouth. The results of Juvéderm may last eight to 12 months, and most patients require only one or two treatments per year to sustain results. Radiesse is an FDA-approved synthetic dermal filler that reduces wrinkles by stimulating your body’s production of new collagen. Radiesse can reduce visual signs of aging and help restore your natural facial contours to a taut, smooth, youthful visage. The benefits of Radiesse may last up to a year.

If you have ever wondered what you would look like after breast augmentation or even been just the slightest bit curious about what breast enlargement could do for you, you can utilize online tools to get a better idea. About Online Breast Augmentation Visualization Tools Online breast enlargement visualization tools include: The New You Visualizer from Love Your Look ReShapR from Vizworld INAModel from Looking Your Best These online tools can help give you a better idea of what breast augmentation can do for your body. They cannot, however, replace the visualization assistance offered by Dr. Mashhadian during your consultation in our Beverly Hills office. Breast Augmentation Goals and Results at Rodeo Surgical Art Dr. Mashhadian has years of experience helping women with visualization techniques that give an accurate view of what their breast enlargement procedure can accomplish. We encourage patients to begin the process by looking through photos to gauge what size and shape of breasts you admire and would want for themselves. Online tools can help you hone your ideal, and then finally meeting with Dr. Mashhadian, you can decide the exact size and shape of implant that will be right for you. Take the Next Step Take the Next Step – Request A Consultation  To schedule your in-person breast augmentation consultation, call Rodeo Surgical Art at (310) 652-4500. We look forward to hearing from you!

Your consultation is the first step in reaching your aesthetic goals and provides you with an opportunity to meet your Beverly Hills cosmetic surgeon, learn more about our practice, and ask any questions you may have. We use this first meeting to better understand your needs. We give you our undivided attention and provide an examination of the body areas you are looking to perfect. This examination gives your cosmetic surgeon a better idea of which cosmetic surgery procedures are best for you and allows us to begin making your customized treatment plan. What to Bring For your consultation, please bring information about your medical history, a list of your questions, and an open mind. If you are considering breast augmentation, bringing pictures of breasts you find attractive can also be useful. We will look over your information and provide you with honest answers about what may occur during and after your surgery, including what results you can realistically expect from your procedure. We will also provide you with specific instructions and a medication list that you will need to follow to be fully prepared for your treatment.

When choosing a plastic surgeon in Beverly Hills, one of the most important factors that will separate the doctors is board certification. It’s important to understand what board certified means in order to choose the best surgeon for your procedures. The American Board of Cosmetic Surgery certifies surgeons exclusively in cosmetic surgery. In order to achieve board certification, the doctor must: Complete residency training and board certification in a surgical specialty, such as general surgery or oral surgery. Complete a fellowship in cosmetic surgery or perform more than 1,000 documented cosmetic surgery procedures. Perform at least 100 procedures after completing the fellowship. Pass a two-day written and oral exam. Board certification is your way of determining that your surgeon is experienced, skilled and committed to his craft. Dr. Mashhadian stays up-to-date in the field so that he can offer you the highest standard of care. He is a Diplomate of the American Board of Cosmetic Surgery and has been appointed as a Board Examiner.

Although many women associate breast implants with augmentation, implants are also used to help correct breast asymmetry, and they play a critical role in breast reconstructive surgery. At Rodeo Surgical Art in Beverly Hills, we are proud to offer our patients a variety of implant options, including the popular “gummy bear” implant. Breast implants are available in silicone and saline varieties. Both types have an exterior shell surface that’s made of silicone, but they differ in how they are filled. Saline implants are inserted into the breast empty, and once in place, they are filled with a sterile salt water solution. Silicone implants, on the other hand, are pre-filled with a silicone gel before being placed in the breast. Silicone implants are generally seen as more lifelike. There are certain age restrictions as well. You need to be over the age of 18 in order to consider saline implants for breast augmentation, while those interested in silicone implants must be over the age of 22.