Walnut Creek Plastic Surgery

Restylane and Juvederm – Facial Rejuvenation without Surgery

jen — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 19:09:44 +0000

Facial rejuvenation procedures are some of the most popular cosmetic procedures performed today. Dr. Canoun offers rejuvenation procedures ranging from face lift surgery to injectable dermal fillers. Dermal fillers are a wonderful alternative for those who are interested in facial rejuvenation but aren’t quite ready for face lift surgery.

Dermal fillers can be used to treat a variety of skin imperfections including fine lines, wrinkles and depressed scars. Dr. Canoun offers Restylane and Juvederm injections to improve the appearance of premature signs of aging. The injections take a short time to administer with the results lasting up to 8 months. Patients who want to maintain their youthful appearance should repeat the procedure as the effects fade.

To learn more about this and other facial rejuvenation procedures offered, contact our office to schedule your consultation with Dr. Canoun.

Tightening the Tummy through Tummy Tuck

jen — Mon, 30 Jan 2012 21:36:38 +0000

The dreaded mid-section becomes the dreaded mid-section for many people for a number of reasons. After childbirth a woman may find her tummy sagging, flabby and wrinkly with abdominal muscles that have been stretched outwards. Similarly, drastic weight loss can have an almost identical effect on the mid-section for both men and women. Age alone can mean sagging and wrinkling of the mid-section and sometimes it’s simply a genetic issue. Whatever the reason, Tummy Tucks have become one of the most popular body contouring and rejuvenation procedures today.

Also known as Abdominoplasty, Tummy Tuck can be performed on both men and women who are in good health with realistic expectations. A tummy tuck may also be done in conjuncture with other body contouring procedures such as liposuction or in combination with a breast lift or augmentation as part of a “Mommy Makeover” to makeover the body after childbirth. If you are interested in learning more about this or any of our other procedure, we encourage you to give us a call and schedule your consultation as your earliest convenience. We look forward to hearing from you and helping you achieve your goals as beast we can.

Improving the Contour of Your Body with San Francisco Liposuction

jen — Thu, 26 Jan 2012 10:16:33 +0000

When pockets of fat collect around the body they are often difficult to shed through diet and exercise. Using liposuction, Dr. Canoun is able to remove troublesome pockets of fat from various parts of the body. Some of the most common areas treated with liposuction are the upper arms, back, hips, thighs and knees. Liposuction is often combined with other cosmetic procedures such as abdominoplasty.

Liposuction is one of the most popular cosmetic procedures performed in the US. This is in large part do to the remarkable results that can be achieved when performed by a skilled cosmetic surgeon. Dr. Canoun strives to help each and every patient achieve their body goals. For some this means more than one cosmetic procedure.

We invite you to contact our office to schedule your consultation with Dr. Canoun to determine if liposuction is right for you.

Walnut Creek Rhinoplasty – Nose Surgery

jen — Tue, 17 Jan 2012 23:28:55 +0000

Rhinoplasty, or nose surgery, is a very popular procedure that can make a significant differences not only in the balance of facial features and the function of the nose, but also in a person’s self-esteem. There are many aesthetic and functional improvements San Francisco plastic surgeon Dr. Cary Canoun is able to make through Rhinoplasty.

There are many reasons a person may be unhappy with their nose. Using nose surgery Dr. Canoun is able to decrease or increase the size of the nose, alter the tip or bridge of the nose, even narrow or change the shape of the nostrils. Although rhinoplasty is most often sought for cosmetic reasons, it can also help correct structural defects that may cause breathing problems such as having a deviated septum.

We invite you to contact our office to schedule your consultation to learn more about how nose reshaping can improve your appearance and breathing function. View before and after rhinoplasty photos in our online gallery!

San Francisco Breast Reduction

jen — Mon, 09 Jan 2012 21:04:30 +0000

Many people don’t realize that women with extra large breasts often suffer from physical and emotional stress. The weight of extra large breasts can cause chronic neck, shoulder and back pain. Extra large breasts are often disproportionate to the rest of the body and can make it difficult for women to find clothing that fits correctly. Breast reduction surgery can alleviate these physical and emotional stresses.

Through San Francisco breast reduction surgery, Dr. Canoun is able to create breasts that are not only smaller and lighter but are better proportioned to the rest of the body. Breast reduction surgery can also be combined with other procedures such as a breast lift to produce optimal results. If you are interested in learning more about breast reduction surgery and how it can improve your quality of life, contact our office to schedule your confidential consultation with board certified plastic surgeon Dr. Canoun.

Arm Lift – Walnut Creek

jen — Mon, 02 Jan 2012 16:01:24 +0000

We all dread and fight it – that excess fat and skin that sags from under the upper part of the arm. This is commonly caused by genetics, aging, changes in weight and many other variables. For many women, this trouble zone is difficult to improve using diet and exercise alone. The fat cells can be stubborn and the excess skin isn’t going anywhere. For these women a Brachioplasty is often the best option for creating the sleeker more contoured arms desired.

A Brachioplasty, or Arm Lift surgery, is a procedure designed to eliminate the excess skin from under the upper arm. Often Liposuction may also be used if there is excess fat to be removed from this area. In cases where the patient has had a significant weight loss a Brachioplasty procedure may be done as part of a total Body Lift procedure to remove excess skin from several areas of the body such as the abdomen (Tummy Tuck), thighs (Thigh Lift) or breasts (Breast Lift).

To learn more about Brachioplasty and if it may be right for you, contact our office today to schedule a consultation.

Walnut Creek – Blepharoplasty

jen — Wed, 28 Dec 2011 05:13:57 +0000

Eyelid surgery is designed to treat the delicate skin around the eyes once it has begin to show signs of aging. Traditionally eyelid surgery or belpharoplasty can be used to tighten sagging skin around the eyes and reduce the appearance of bags.

Walnut Creek Eyelid Surgery is often combined with additional facial rejuvenation procedures such as forehead lifts or face lifts to assist patients in achieving total facial rejuvenation. A consultation with Dr. Canoun will help you determine if eyelid surgery alone will produce the rejuvenation results you desire.

Don’t wait, if you are unhappy with the appearance of the skin around your eyes schedule your consultation today!

Breast Augmentation – Walnut Creek

jen — Mon, 19 Dec 2011 21:56:11 +0000

There are a variety of reasons women are unhappy with their breasts. The most common complaint being that they are unhappy with the size of their breasts. Using San Francisco breast augmentation, Dr. Canoun is able to create larger, natural looking breasts. View before and after photos of patients of Dr. Canoun who’ve undergone Breast Augmentation.

Patients of Dr. Canoun can expect that their journey to larger breasts begins with a comprehensive breast augmentation consultation. During this consultation, Dr. Canoun will discuss all of your breast augmentation options including the options for type and style of implant, incision placement and the placement of the implant itself. There are no options that are universally considered best for everyone. Based on your desired appearance and your body structure, Dr. Canoun will help you determine which breast augmentation options are right for you.

If you are interested in discussing how breast augmentation can improve your appearance and boost your self esteem, contact our office to schedule your confidential consultation.

Breast Lift – Walnut Creek

jen — Mon, 12 Dec 2011 21:54:04 +0000

Many women find themselves dissatisfied with the direction their breasts have begun to head in after weight loss, pregnancy and in age. All of these factors contribute to causing breasts to sag. While there is no one answer for each woman, many women have chosen to undergo a Breast Lift procedure to restore their breasts to a more youthful appearance. Board certified Plastic Surgeon Dr. Canoun has helped many Walnut Creek area women in their quest to restore a more youthful appearance to their breasts.

During a Breast Lift procedure an incision- the size and shape of which will be specifically determined depending on the amount of lift necessary – is made around the areola area. The areola and nipple are typically left intact to their original blood supply and nerves. The excess skin which is sagging is removed and the breast is re-positioned higher. The areola is also generally repositioned higher to match the newly positioned breasts. In some cases the areola may also be re-shaped or re-sized, then the remaining skin is closed around the areola creating perkier, more youthful and firmer breasts. Contact our office to schedule your consultation!

Restoring Youth to Your Face – Walnut Creek BOTOX Injections

jen — Mon, 05 Dec 2011 02:40:58 +0000

Would you like to restore your face to a more youthful appearance but don’t want plastic surgery? With advances in modern cosmetic technology you don’t have to! Walnut Creek board certified plastic surgeon Dr. Cary Canoun can eliminate fine lines and wrinkles in your face with BOTOX injections.

BOTOX provides an alternative to surgery that still produces a youthful rejuvenated look. BOTOX is injected into pre-determined parts of the face to prevent overactive muscles from contracting. These muscles are responsible for the fine lines in our face. BOTOX has been proven to improve fine lines in the forehead, between the brows and ‘crow’s feet’ at the corner of your eyes and prevent new lines from forming.

A fairly short, painless procedure, BOTOX offers a quick semi-permanent solution with very little down time. Administration is so simple, it can be performed during a coffee break. While the results of BOTOX are noticeable, most people think your new refreshed look is simply the result of better sleep or recent vacation. Some people do experience some side effects such as bruising but usually subsides within a day or two.

Dr. Canoun offers a variety of products to assist in created the most natural rejuvenated look. To discuss BOTOX injections and other dermal fillers contact our office and schedule your rejuvenation consultation.