The skin on your neck is very sensitive and can be one of the first parts of your body to start to show signs of aging. This is why the dreaded “turkey neck” can be such a major concern. What is a turkey neck? This unfortunate name describes the drooping, sagging skin on your neck that hangs unattractively, in the same way a turkey’s wattle does. This appearance is often accompanied by horizontal lines or banding, especially if fat has accumulated under the chin. Turkey neck is caused by a loosening of the underlying muscles of the neck, and a slackening […]

If you’re planning to get a nose job, you’ll probably want to find the perfect rhinoplasty surgeon for you. The search for the best rhinoplasty surgeon is one of the most important parts of your experience. It’s crucial to take the time you need and to do plenty of research to find an outstanding surgeon with excellent qualifications.  But what is the best way to find the right rhinoplasty surgeon?  Look for a highly qualified, board-certified surgeon As the first step in the process of selecting a rhinoplasty surgeon, look for a surgeon who is highly qualified and board-certified. Board certification means that […]

“Pixie ear” is a term for an ear deformity that is caused by the tension created by a facelift when the cheek and jawline skin flaps are pulled tightly at the earlobe attachment point. The result of this is a “stuck on” or “pulled” appearance of the ear. Since you got your facelift in order to achieve a more attractive and beautiful appearance, the last thing you want is a complication like this to mar the overall new look of your face, or to tip people off that you’ve had work done. While this can be corrected with simple ear surgery, it’s […]

A mommy makeover combines different surgical and non-surgical procedures and techniques to treat the appearance of your abdomen, breasts, and skin for improved self-image. It is designed to address changes in your abdominal contour, breast shape and size, and overall silhouette caused by pregnancy, delivery, and breastfeeding. Depending on your specific needs, you may choose to combine procedures such as an abdominoplasty (tummy tuck), breast augmentation, or mastopexy (breast lift) with liposuction and laser skin treatments that reduce stretch marks. When you have a good idea of what you’d like to improve about your abdomen, breasts, and skin, Dr. Luis Macias, a […]

The future of non-surgical body contouring has arrived, and it is exemplified by the Coolsculpting Elite device from Allergan. This cutting-edge technology helps to reduce stubborn fat by freezing the fat cells in nine key areas of the physique. The new, improved applicators are C-shaped to adjust to your natural curves, making CoolSculpting Elite even more effective than its predecessor. What is CoolSculpting Elite? Utilizing the same revolutionary fat-freezing technology employed by CoolSculpting Legacy, CoolSculpting Elite slims, sculpts, and refines the figure non-surgically and non-invasively. The new C-shaped applicators come in seven different variations to perfectly contour even the hardest-to-reach areas of […]

If you’ve decided to enhance your breasts, you may be unsure which procedure is right for you. Because multiple breast surgeries are available, it’s essential to understand each one and what they are designed to accomplish. During your consultation with Dr. Macias at his Marina del Rey office, he will discuss your goals and provide you with information on which procedure will best suit your needs. What is breast augmentation? Breast augmentation is a surgical procedure designed to increase the size of a woman’s breast. This is achieved through implants or fat transfer. The procedure can help even out any size disparity […]

With the warmer weather quickly approaching, many people are growing concerned about their figures and are rushing to the gym or going on crash diets. Unfortunately, the stubborn fat in the abdomen is notoriously resistant to exercise.  A surgical tummy tuck can dramatically improve the appearance of your belly, slimming and toning the midsection by tightening the six-pack muscles and trimming excess skin and fat. But while conventional abdominoplasty requires uncomfortable drains as a component of recovery, Dr. Macias at Aesthetic MdR offers an innovative alternative: the drainless tummy tuck.  What sets the drainless tummy tuck apart? The drainless tummy tuck can provide […]

If you’re looking to remove some of the unwanted fat that has built up in hard-to-tackle areas like your stomach, buttocks, thighs, or upper arms, liposuction is likely your best option. It is one of the safest and most commonly performed cosmetic surgeries within the U.S. and abroad and is well suited to various patients and a variety of areas of the body. But how long does that surgery take? Liposuction takes one to two hours Assuming you need a single liposuction session—which isn’t uncommon—your treatment will take from 1 to 2 hours total. The procedure is also most commonly done as an out-patient […]

One of the biggest roadblocks to skincare treatments is the assumption that they’re painful or involve downtime. However, Hydrafacial is here to challenge that notion. Hydrafacial allows you to fight off all your major skin concerns, including redness, hyperpigmentation, wrinkles, and other skin concerns, without harsh side effects, complications, or discomfort. The Hydrafacial procedure is extremely gentle and soothing, but it provides massive benefits.   This article describes what you can expect from Hydrafacial and its primary benefits. What is Hydrafacial? Hydrafacial works on the same underlying principle as microdermabrasion, i.e., using a mildly abrasive device to exfoliate the uppermost layers of the skin. […]

A tummy tuck, also known as abdominoplasty, is one of the most popular cosmetic surgeries for the body. As the name suggests, a tummy tuck flattens your stomach and makes it look better contoured. The procedure removes excess fat tissues, tightens or trims the excess skin, and restores the weakened muscles, giving you a smooth and contoured abdomen. Patients interested in learning more about abdominoplasty should visit our Tummy Tuck Los Angeles page. This article highlights everything you can expect from the tummy tuck preparation and procedure. Preparation Medical Tests: You’ll have thorough lab testing done before the surgery to ensure you don’t have […]