Calming Nerves about Plastic Surgery

Chances are, your decision to have plastic surgery was based on months of research, careful consideration and consultation with a board certified plastic surgeon. Nevertheless, you may be feeling some nerves about your upcoming procedure. This is very common and something that Dr. David Magilke has helped former patients with. In this post, Dr. Magilke … Continue Reading →

What Can Be Done About a Small or Recessed Chin?

A small or recessed chin is one of the most common concerns Dr. David Magilke hears from his facial plastic surgery patients. These patients often worry that their chin appears “weak” or out of balance with the rest of their facial features. Dr. Magilke offers several facial rejuvenation options to improve the appearance of the … Continue Reading →

When Should I Switch from Injectables to Facelift?

Botox and dermal fillers like Juvederm and Restylane are great, minimally invasive solutions to wrinkles, fine lines and other signs of facial aging. But although effective, these injectable products are limited in the results they produce. At some point in their lives, many patients begin to consider undergoing a surgical facial rejuvenation procedure like facelift. … Continue Reading →

Why Sunscreen Is Important Year Round

By now you are aware of how important it is to wear sunscreen during the summer, when the weather is hot and the sun is blazing. But unfortunately, limiting sunscreen use to the summer months is not enough to protect your skin from sun damage. Portland Face Doctor Dr. David Magilke explains why in this … Continue Reading →

Choosing Between Submental (Chin) Liposuction and Kybella

Traditionally, submental (chin) liposuction has been the go-to solution for patients bothered by excess fat underneath the chin, an aesthetic problem commonly referred to as a “double chin.” Kybella is a non-surgical alternative to submental liposuction that has quickly gained popularity among both plastic surgeons and patients. Portland Face Doctor Dr. David Magilke offers both … Continue Reading →

Questions to Ask During Your Facelift Consultation

  Before scheduling cosmetic surgery, you will have a consultation with your plastic surgeon. During this time, you and your surgeon should have a frank and informative conversation about what your procedure will entail. In this article, Dr. David Magilke, one of Portland’s top facelift surgeons, discusses a few important questions to ask your doctor … Continue Reading →

How to Decide Between Facial Fillers and Facelift

Facial fillers and facelifts are both cosmetic procedures that reverse the signs of aging, but the two are not interchangeable. A person’s age, surgical history and specific cosmetic goals are all things your plastic surgeon will take into account before advising which procedure is best for you. In this blog, Portland facial cosmetic surgeon Dr. … Continue Reading →