Category: Face Procedures

How do I choose the best facelift surgeon?

When considering a facelift, selecting a top facelift surgeon is the single most important decision you will make. A facelift is not just a medical procedure; it’s a highly nuanced form of surgical artistry that blends science and aesthetics to rejuvenate your appearance with transformative results that appear remarkably natural. Here, Philadelphia facelift surgeon Dr. […]

How Dr. Claytor Performs a Vertical Facelift

You may have heard of the trending “vertical” face and neck lift, a marketing term for a combination of the most advanced approaches to addressing facial descent and aging. Board certified plastic surgeon Dr. R. Brannon Claytor performs vertical facelifts using the deep plane facelift; when appropriate, he will also incorporate other techniques and procedures […]

LaMiNa: Dr. Claytor’s Innovative Combo for Youthful, Rejuvenated Skin

Dr. R. Brannon Claytor, Chief of Plastic Surgery for Main Line Health, is a nationally-recognized double board-certified plastic surgeon who performs a unique facial cosmetic procedure called a “LaMiNa” (Laser + Microneedling + Nanofat), also known as a Biologics + CO2 Laser Skin Tightening (BLT) treatment, to significantly enhance facial rejuvenation outcomes for his Bryn […]

Will weight loss or weight gain affect my facelift?

For most people, weight fluctuations are a part of life! But when it comes to investing in your appearance with a facelift, it’s useful to know how weight changes—minor and major—can affect your results. As a highly skilled deep plane facelift expert and Philadelphia plastic surgeon, Dr. Brannon Claytor understands the nuances of facial aesthetics […]

SMAS vs. Deep Plane Facelift: Philadelphia Plastic Surgeon Explains the Difference (With Video!)

If you want to restore a youthful appearance in the face, a deep plane facelift generates a stunning improvement. The “after” photos reveal sweeping jawlines, youthfully high cheekbones—all completely natural-looking. But the first question that every Philadelphia patient asks is this: what’s the difference between a deep plane facelift and a SMAS (traditional) facelift? Keep […]

Men’s Facelifts—A Facelift Surgeon Explains How to Get Masculine, Natural-Looking Results

Men are a growing percentage of facelift patients, and male celebrities, such as fashion designer Marc Jacobs, as well as men across the U.S. are regularly choosing facelift surgery to restore a more youthful appearance. However, not all facelift surgeons understand how the procedure should be modified to preserve a manly appearance. Here, Philadelphia double […]

Philadelphia Plastic Surgeon Dr. Claytor Answers Your Deep Plane Facelift Questions

All surgical facelifts are intended to take years off of your appearance by tightening the muscles and tissue along the jawline, cheeks, and neck—though they differ in technique and cosmetic outcomes. The key difference in a deep plane facelift is that the underlying facial musculature is also treated. This technique provides more support for the […]

Why do I have to wear a splint during rhinoplasty recovery? A board certified plastic surgeon answers your rhinoplasty recovery FAQs.

Adjusting the shape and/or size of your nose has an effect on your entire appearance and presentation. As such, rhinoplasty offers a night-and-day transformation that, for most patients, imparts an exciting boost in confidence. But this transformation does require a surgical recovery period, and it’s important to have clear expectations. Below, board certified plastic surgeon […]

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