In Cherry Hill, New Jersey
Facial Balancing, Harmonization, and Non-Surgical Facial Rejuvenation
The field of non-surgical aesthetics has undergone rapid development and growth over the last 10 years. The introduction of hyaluronic acid-based dermal fillers has revolutionized the aesthetic sector due to their safety profiles, duration, reversibility, and the diversity of HA products available to address multiple aesthetic concerns.
Up until recently, dermal fillers were commonly used to “spot” treat areas such as the nasolabial folds (smile lines) or labiomental folds (marionette lines). This approach was effective in making facial lines look better, but did little to improve the face as a whole. As HA fillers were further developed and diversified, the training and education on how they can be utilized to treat the face in a more wholistic manner has led to much more youthful, balanced, and natural-looking outcomes.
The concept of non-surgical facial balancing and harmonization are relatively new techniques used by artistic injectors to help balance facial features in a non-invasive manner. This treatment approach involves strategically placing fillers and/or neuromodulators in areas such as the midface (anterior and lateral “cheeks”), jawline, chin, lips, and/or infra-orbital hollows (“tear troughs”). Your aesthetic provider will perform an assessment on your entire face and develop a uniquely-customized treatment plan to achieve your specific goals or needs. The end-result is an outcome that highlights your best features and creates a “filtered” or “airbushed” look that appears 100% natural.
Non-surgical facial rejuvenation is another newer technique that again utilizes fillers and/or neuromodulators to restore the structure and volume loss that occurs with aging. The process of aging occurs at every tissue level-not just the skin. Changes first appear in the midface (under-eyes and cheeks) and will gradually affect the lower part of the face. Patients typically notice bagging and laxity of the lower eyelids, sagging of the cheeks, folds around the mouth and chin, and the formation of jowls, making them appear tired, sad, or angry. Addressing these changes in a non-surgical rejuvenation manner involves an in-depth full face assessment by your provider, who will then create a multi-step treatment plan to restore structure and volume that will lead to a restored, youthful, and natural-looking outcome. These treatment plans require multiple syringes and are typically achieved over the course of 2-4 appointments. Additional modalities may be applicable in addition to dermal fillers and neuromodulators. Laser resurfacing, injectable skin booster treatments, and biostimulatory injectables are often incorporated into the final steps of a full face rejuvenation as a way to directly rejuvenate the skin so that the volumetric and structural restorations shine their brightest! The need for these additional steps will be determined during your initial assessment.
Andrea Conway is an NCCPA board-certified physician assistant and leader in non-surgical facial balancing and full face rejuvenations. She is a national speaker and trainer for Allergan Aesthetics and an educational leader to injectors regionally and throughout the country on advanced aesthetic techniques. She has over 8 years of experience in plastic and reconstructive surgery, and her expertise was forged in her surgical background and extensive anatomical knowledge. She is committed to an evidence-based and safe approach to facial aesthetics. Her technical skills are enhanced by her innate artistry and understanding of the dimensional and proportional components of beauty. Dramatic patient results are evidenced in her before and after gallery. Her passion for patient education, empathy, compassion, and her commitment to successful outcomes has made her highly-sought provider for whom patients will travel hours out of their way to see. Andrea also works closely with Dr. Sorokin both in the operating room and in the caring for post-operative patients. Their professional rapport creates a dynamic that delivers elevated and dedicated patient care to both non-surgical and surgical patients. This well-rounded approach continues to expand their population of incredibly happy patients.
