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Dr. Raghu Athré Named a 2026 Castle Connolly Top Doctor
Athré Facial Plastics is proud to announce that Houston facial plastic surgeon Dr. Raghu Athré has been named a 2026 Castle Connolly Top Doctor. Castle Connolly Top Doctors are nominated by their peers and selected through a rigorous physician-led research and review process that evaluates clinical excellence, professional accomplishments, education, leadership, and reputation among fellow…
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Facelift Techniques Explained: Deep Plane vs. SMAS, Mini, VerticalRestore® & the 4D Facelift™
If you’ve started researching a facelift, you’ve probably hit a wall of confusing names — SMAS lift, deep plane, extended deep plane, mini facelift, Vertical Restore®, and more. Some describe genuinely different surgical approaches. Some are brand names for a particular surgeon’s version of a technique. And some marketing terms describe procedures far less involved…
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Mini Facelift vs Deep Plane Facelift: Which One Do You Actually Need?
If you’re researching a facelift in Houston, you’ve likely come across terms like mini facelift, SMAS facelift, and deep plane facelift. But here’s the truth: not all facelifts are created equal—and some of these terms are more marketing than medicine. In this article, I’ll break down the difference between a mini facelift vs deep plane…
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The Truth About the Mini Facelift in Houston: Why I Stopped Performing the One You’ve Heard About
If you’ve researched a mini facelift in Houston — or anywhere else — you’ve probably noticed something confusing: every surgeon’s “mini facelift” is different. Some use that name for a skin-only tightening. Others perform a limited SMAS lift. A few use it to describe a procedure with a smaller incision but otherwise standard technique. The…
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Types of Noses
Everyone’s nose is different, but we have certain ways of describing many common nose shapes. Let’s take a closer look. There are numerous ways to classify noses. Identifying each and every way to classify noses is beyond the scope of this web page. What we will do is describe some of the most common adjectives…
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Zoom Dysmorphia: Dr. AthréInterviewed By Houston’s KHOU 11 News
Dr. Athré was recently featured on Houston’s KHOU 11 News to discuss Zoom dysmorphia and how it’s impacted the number of people signing up for plastic surgery.
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Your Skin is Begging for Attention Post-Surgery
Skin care is something that needs to become a part of your daily routine, especially after surgery. Here’s what to know about post-surgery skin care.
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Your Guide to Wrinkles: What Causes Them And How To Prevent And Reduce Their Appearance
So what exactly are wrinkles, and how do we prevent them? In this guide, we’ll answer these questions and more.
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Will a Facelift Correct Droopy Eyelids?
Houston facial plastic surgeon Dr. Raghu Athré discusses when a facelift and eyelid surgery can combine to create your best results.
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Why I Perform a Deep Plane Facelift: A Surgeon’s Perspective
Confused by “Deep Plane” hype? Dr. Raghu Athre breaks down the anatomy, the “windblown” myth, and why ligament release is the key to looking like yourself.
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Who’s a Good Candidate for a Deep Plane Facelift?
Discover the magic of deep plane facelifts! Houston’s top plastic surgeon Dr. Raghu Athré discusses if you’d be a good candidate.
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Where Laser Skin Resurfacing Can Make a Big Impact
See an infographic about where Laser Skin Resurfacing Can Make a Big Impact from Houston facial plastic surgeon Dr. Raghu Athre.
