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Facelift Sugery

The Individualized Component Face Lift: Developing a Systematic Approach to Facial RejuvenationRod J. Rohrich, M.D., Ashkan Ghavami, M.D., Joshua A. Lemmon, M.D., Spencer A. Brown, Ph.D. Background: Accurate preoperative planning combined with facial fat compartment augmentation can improve precision and balance in facial rejuvenation techniques. Understanding the concept of “facial shaping” with […]

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Earlobe Surgery

The Aesthetic Earlobe: Classification of Lobule Ptosis on the Basis of a Survey of North American CaucasiansArian Mowlavi, M.D., D. Garth Meldrum, M.D., Bradon J. Wilhelmi, M.D., Ashkan Ghavami, M.D. and Elvin G. Zook, M.D. North American Caucasian male subjects (n = 59) and female subjects (n = 72) were surveyed, to investigate earlobe […]

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Earlobe Rejuvenation

The Aesthetic Earlobe Shape: Ptosis and Pseudoptosis Classification, Age Related Changes and Effects of Rhytidectomy Arian Mowlavi M.D., Garth D. Meldrum M.D., Ashkan Ghavami M.D., James Kalkanis M.D., Bradon J. Wilhelmi M.D., Robert C. Russell M.D. and Elvin G. Zook, M.D. Goals: To define the aesthetic earlobe shape, to assess age related changes as well […]

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Browlift

The Orbicularis Retaining Ligament of the Medial Orbit: Closing the CircleAshkan Ghavami, MD; Joel E. Pessa, MD; Jeffrey E. Janis, MD; Rohit K. Khosla, MD; Edward M. Reece, MD, MS; Rod J. Rohrich, MD Background: While many anatomical studies have focused on defining the ligamentous attachments of the lower lid […]

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Beyond Fillers: Upper Lip Lifts

Dermal fillers have become increasingly popular as a convenient way to add fullness to lips and erase wrinkles near the mouth. Dermal fillers require just a few office visits, or sometimes a single injection session. For many clients, experienced Beverly Hills plastic surgeon Dr. Ashkan Ghavami recommends a permanent solution: […]

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Looking Your Best for Social Media

In the age of social media, the eternal quest to be loved has taken a detour into a new and urgent goal: to be liked. The thumbs-up on Facebook or the Instagram heart confirms our value, sending our self-esteem soaring. A New Dimension According to a 2018 survey by Pew […]

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What To Look For In Breast Augmentation Before-and-After Photos

Contents1 Artistic Skill2 Natural Appearance3 Results That Match Your Desires4 Schedule an In-Person Consultation Artistic Skill Breast augmentation involves both science and artistry. An experienced surgeon’s results will be symmetrical and shapely, with just the right amount of lift and projection. Scar concealment is also an art form. Some scarring […]

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When Should I Switch From Injectables to Facelift?

Beverly Hills plastic surgeon Dr. Ashkan Ghavami is the trusted choice for patients who wish to rejuvenate their appearance with injectables, facelift or both. Here, he explains when it is a good idea to consider switching from injectables to facelift. Contents1 You Are In Your Late 40s, 50s or 60s2 […]

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Trend Watch: The ’80s Butt Is Making a Comeback

So what is behind this uptick in requests for the ’80s butt? Dr. Ghavami shares his theories in this blog post. The Appeal of the ’80s Butt The 1980s ushered in a new wave of trends, including the fitness/exercise craze. There was perhaps no bigger symbol of this trend than […]

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Why More Millennials Are Getting Botox

Here, Beverly Hills plastic surgeon and trusted Botox provider Dr. Ashkan Ghavami shares his theories on why more millennials are getting Botox. “Prejuvenation” with Botox While older generations seek Botox to correct signs of aging, many millennials are using it to prevent aging from occurring in the first place. “Prejuvenation” […]

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