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When it comes to facial rejuvenation, facelift is considered to be the gold standard. The surgical procedure addresses various signs of aging in the middle and lower facial regions, including creases between the nose and mouth, loose, excess skin on the cheeks and along the jawline, and hollow or sunken cheeks. When performed by a … Continue Reading →

Sagging skin is a cosmetic problem that most people eventually deal with during their lives. Over time, the body produces less collagen and elastin, two proteins that keep the skin firm and toned. This causes the skin to droop and sag as you age. The Portland Face Doctor’s Dr. David Magilke meets with many men … Continue Reading →

If you’re like most people, you probably look forward to summer all year long. Once the weather gets warmer, you are likely eager to put away your jackets, sweaters and boots for the summer. But before you do, The Portland Face Doctor’s Dr. David Magilke would like to go over some essential summer skin care … Continue Reading →

When it comes to wanting to look and feel young, men are really no different than women. Statistics show that more men are pursuing surgical and non-surgical cosmetic procedures to turn back the clock on facial aging. Still, plastic surgery is not as openly discussed by men as it is by women, and as a … Continue Reading →

If you are considering rhinoplasty, there are several decisions you will need to make, but none more important than the surgeon that will perform the surgery. Rhinoplasty is a highly complex procedure that should only be trusted to a trained, skilled and experienced surgeon. A surgeon’s before-and-after photo gallery and patient testimonials are a great … Continue Reading →

According to the latest statistics from the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS), 2.6 million dermal filler treatments were performed in 2018. Dermal fillers were the second most popular non-surgical cosmetic treatment of the year, right behind Botox. Dermal fillers offer a wide range of benefits for patients who desire noticeable rejuvenation or enhancement without … Continue Reading →

Loose, sagging skin is one of the telltale signs of facial aging. One of the facial areas that commonly accumulates loose, sagging skin over time is the jawline. Also known as face jowls, these bags of skin tend to sag lower than the jaw, often obscuring the jawline and lower facial region. Trusted Portland facial … Continue Reading →

If you’re like most people, you turn to Google when you want more information about an unfamiliar topic. But when it comes to facial plastic surgery, the Internet is not always the most reliable place to find accurate information. In fact, the Internet is teeming with myths and mistruths. Dr. David Magilke, known as the … Continue Reading →

If you are thinking about rejuvenating your appearance with facelift, you probably have a lot of questions. One of the questions that the Portland Face Doctor, David Magilke, is frequently asked about facelift is whether it leaves scars. Here, the plastic surgeon discusses what you should know about facelift and scarring. Why Surgery Leads to … Continue Reading →

Has the past summer left your skin looking a little duller than normal? Are you bothered by areas of sun damage or miss the beautiful glow you enjoyed prior to the summer months? The sun’s UV rays can prematurely age your skin, causing wrinkles, sun spots and other areas of hyperpigmentation. Luckily, Dr. David Magilke, … Continue Reading →