Patient Education
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What Age Should You Get a Facelift? Age Isn’t the Answer.
There is no single right age for a facelift. Learn how I evaluate facial aging, anatomy, jawline and neck changes, and your goals to determine when facelift surgery makes sense.
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Dr. Raghu Athré Named a 2026 Castle Connolly Top Doctor
Dr. Raghu Athré, a double board-certified facial plastic surgeon in Houston, has been recognized as a 2026 Castle Connolly Top Doctor and Top AAPI Doctor. Learn about the honors, his surgical philosophy, and view a selection of his facelift before and after results.
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Facelift Techniques Explained: Deep Plane vs. SMAS, Mini, Vertical Restore® & the 4D Facelift™
Dr. Raghu Athré explains what these names actually mean, how the techniques differ and why the right approach depends on your anatomy.
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Mini Facelift vs. Deep Plane Facelift: Why I Changed My Approach
After years of performing mini facelifts, Dr. Athré began questioning their long-term results. He explains what changed in his surgical approach, the role of retaining ligaments, and how he selects today’s facelift procedures.
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Types of Noses: Common Nose Shapes and Rhinoplasty Considerations
From the delicate Barbie nose to the straight Greek nose and rounded bulbous tip, Dr. Athré explains how common nose shapes differ and why successful rhinoplasty depends on individual facial proportions.
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Zoom Dysmorphia: Dr. Athré on KHOU 11 News
Dr. Raghu Athré joins Houston’s KHOU 11 News to discuss Zoom dysmorphia, how video calls affect facial self-perception, and why more people are considering cosmetic procedures.
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Your Guide to Wrinkles: Causes, Prevention and Treatments
Wrinkles develop through a combination of natural aging, sun exposure, facial movement, and changes in skin structure. Dr. Athré explains why different wrinkles form, what skincare can realistically accomplish, and when nonsurgical or surgical treatments may help.
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Why I Perform a Deep Plane Facelift: A Surgeon’s Perspective
Deep plane facelift surgery can provide access to deeper facial tissues and retaining ligaments, but it isn’t the right surgery for every patient. Learn why I use the deep plane technique, what ligament release actually accomplishes, and how I decide which facelift approach fits your anatomy.
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CO2 Laser Resurfacing: What It Does to Your Skin
Fractional CO2 laser resurfacing creates controlled columns of injury while leaving surrounding skin intact. Dr. Raghu Athré explains how the treatment affects collagen, wrinkles, sun damage and skin texture, and what patients should expect during recovery.
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The Science Behind Neocutis® Skincare: Growth Factors and Skin Rejuvenation
Neocutis skincare has roots in Swiss research on skin healing and growth factors. Dr. Athré explains the science behind these formulations, how they support skin rejuvenation, and why evidence-based skincare is part of his approach to facial plastic surgery.
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3D Imaging for Rhinoplasty: Can It Show What Your Nose Will Look Like?
3D facial imaging can help you visualize possible changes before rhinoplasty, but the image on the screen is not a guarantee of your surgical result. Dr. Raghu Athré explains how he uses 3D imaging to evaluate facial balance, plan surgery and better understand what a patient is trying to achieve.
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What Makes a Balanced Facial Profile?
Facial balance is not about fitting your face into a mathematical formula. Dr. Raghu Athré explains how the nose, chin, jawline, neck and other features work together to shape the profile.
