Patient Education
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Facial Surgery Recovery: ELIXIR MD™, IV Therapy & HBOT
Recovery after facial surgery begins before the operation. Dr. Athré explains how surgical technique, postoperative care, ELIXIR MD™, IV therapy and hyperbaric oxygen may fit into an individualized recovery plan.
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Barbie Nose Rhinoplasty: What Makes the Look Work?
A Barbie nose is more than a small, upturned tip. Dr. Athré explains the anatomy behind this distinctive rhinoplasty style, what can realistically be achieved, and why nasal support and breathing matter as much as appearance.
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Is Microdermabrasion Worth It for Aging Skin?
Can microdermabrasion actually make aging skin look younger? Dr. Raghu Athré examines its effects on fine lines, uneven texture, enlarged pores and sun damage, and explains when deeper treatments may be more effective.
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How Long Does Swelling Last After a Facelift?
Swelling after facelift surgery is expected, but it changes throughout recovery. Houston facial plastic surgeon Dr. Raghu Athré explains what patients may notice during the first days, weeks, and months of healing.
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How to Choose a Facial Plastic Surgeon
Choosing a facial plastic surgeon involves more than reading reviews or comparing prices. Dr. Athré explains how to evaluate surgical training, board certification, experience, patient results, facility safety and the consultation process.
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Rhinoplasty After 40, 50, or 60: How Aging Changes the Nose
The nose continues to change with age, sometimes becoming longer or developing a drooping tip. Dr. Athré explains rhinoplasty in your 40s, 50s, and beyond, including when combining nose surgery with a facelift can create better facial balance.
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Microneedling: What It Can and Cannot Do for Your Skin
Microneedling creates controlled microchannels that stimulate the skin’s natural repair and collagen remodeling response. Dr. Raghu Athré explains what microneedling can improve, where its limitations are, what recovery looks like, and when another resurfacing treatment may make more sense.
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Age Spots: Causes, Prevention & Treatment
Age spots are usually signs of accumulated sun exposure rather than aging alone. Dr. Athré explains why these brown spots develop, how to prevent them, and which skin treatments may improve their appearance.
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Plastic Surgery vs. Reconstructive Surgery: What’s Actually Different?
Reconstructive surgery is part of plastic surgery, not its opposite. Dr. Raghu Athré explains the differences between cosmetic and reconstructive procedures, using real facial surgery examples and before and after patient photographs.
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Plastic Surgery Locations: Hospital, Surgery Center or Office?
Where facial plastic surgery takes place is an important part of the surgical plan. Dr. Athré explains the differences between hospitals, ambulatory surgery centers, and office-based facilities, including how anesthesia, medical history, accreditation, and emergency preparedness influence the decision.
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Why Accurate Photography Matters in Facial Plastic Surgery
A photograph can change the way a face appears, even when the face itself hasn’t changed. Dr. Raghu Athré explains why accurate clinical photography matters for rhinoplasty planning, facial analysis, and evaluating before-and-after results, using his own comparison of an iPad Pro and a Sony mirrorless camera.
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Mini Facelift vs. Full Facelift: Which Is Right for You?
A mini facelift and a full facelift aren’t simply smaller and larger versions of the same operation. Dr. Raghu Athré explains why he stopped performing the RT Mini Facelift and how he decides whether a patient needs focused midface lifting or more comprehensive face and neck surgery.
