Patient Education
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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.
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How to Prepare for Rhinoplasty Surgery: A Surgeon’s Timeline
Preparing for rhinoplasty involves more than knowing what to do the night before surgery. Dr. Athré explains how he prepares patients in the weeks leading up to rhinoplasty, from the preoperative appointment and medication review to recovery supplies, surgery-day preparation and the anxiety that can develop as surgery gets closer.
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Microdermabrasion: What It Really Does for Your Skin
Microdermabrasion can improve dullness, rough texture and superficial skin concerns, but it has limitations. Dr. Raghu Athré explains how the treatment works, what results to expect and when deeper skin resurfacing may be more appropriate.
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What Is a Double Board-Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon?
Double board certification is an important credential, but what does it actually tell you about a facial plastic surgeon? Dr. Raghu Athré explains the two certifications, the training behind them, and the additional factors patients should consider before choosing a surgeon.
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What Does the First Week After a Facelift Look Like?
What does the first week after a facelift look like? Real insight into facelift recovery, healing, and what to expect from day one to week one.
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Botched Rhinoplasty: How to Know What Went Wrong
Not every disappointing rhinoplasty result is a surgical failure. Dr. Athré explains how to recognize structural problems, understand the healing process, and evaluate revision options.
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Full Facial Rejuvenation at 52: Tina’s Facelift and Recovery Journey
At 52, Tina traveled from Florida to Houston for comprehensive facial rejuvenation. Follow her journey from the night before surgery through early facelift recovery and see how her result matured over time.
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Why Do I Have Under-Eye Bags? Understanding Lower Eyelid Aging
Under-eye bags and tired-looking eyes can result from more than excess fat. Changes in the tear trough, cheek volume, lower-eyelid skin and eyelid fat can all affect the area. Dr. Athré explains how lower-eye anatomy determines whether treatment may involve lower blepharoplasty, fat transfer, skin resurfacing or a combination approach.
