At Claytor Noone Plastic Surgery in Philadelphia, one of the most common questions we hear is: “What’s the best non-invasive treatment for skin tightening?” The truth is, not all skin tightening technologies are created equal. In today’s aesthetic landscape, many treatments promise firmer skin with no downtime. But results can vary significantly depending on how […]
GLP-1 medications have transformed weight loss for millions of people. These medications often help patients lose 15-25% of their body weight in a relatively short period, and in our plastic surgery practice, we’ve seen many patients using them to help reach their goal weight before surgery. But many people don’t realize until several months into […]
If you’ve been researching ways to address a heavy brow, forehead wrinkles, or that perpetually tired look staring back at you in the mirror, you’ve likely come across the endoscopic brow lift. Praised as a “minimally invasive” alternative to traditional brow lift surgery, this procedure has been a staple in facial rejuvenation for over 30 […]
Minimally invasive brow lifting procedure An endoscopic brow lift is an advanced, minimally invasive procedure that addresses sagging brows, forehead wrinkles, and frown lines. Unlike traditional brow lift techniques that require long incisions across the hairline, the endoscopic approach uses several small incisions hidden within the hair. Dr. Claytor uses a tiny camera (endoscope) and […]
BRYN MAWR, PA – February 26, 2026 – PRESSADVANTAGE – Claytor Noone Plastic Surgery has expanded its treatment offerings with the addition of FDA-cleared Sofwave, providing patients in Philadelphia and Bryn Mawr with an advanced non-surgical option for skin tightening and wrinkle reduction. Sofwave’s proprietary Synchronous Ultrasound Parallel Beam (SUPERB™) represents a significant advancement in non-invasive […]
If you’ve been researching neck rejuvenation options, you’ve probably encountered a dizzying array of choices—from thread lifts to full surgical neck lifts, from injectable treatments to laser procedures. That’s why Dr. R. Brannon Claytor developed his approach to the MIMS (Minimally Invasive Mastoid Sling) neck lift—a technique that bridges the gap between temporary non-surgical treatments […]
Claytor Noone Plastic Surgery announces that Dr. R. Brannon Claytor has been featured in the December issue of Allure magazine, contributing expert insights to an article titled “These Will Be the Biggest Plastic Surgery Trends of 2026.” The feature highlights emerging techniques and procedures that are expected to shape the aesthetic medicine landscape in the […]
If you want to restore a youthful appearance in the face, a Philadelphia 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 reading […]
As you age, your skin gradually loses elasticity—and the more delicate skin of your neck will likely show visible signs of aging before they become apparent on your face. Some people are also genetically predisposed to having weaker, less defined contours along their neck and jawline. MyEllevate® neck lift is minimally-invasive and has emerged as […]
“Turkey neck exercises,” the videos promising to smooth a sagging neck with a bit of face yoga, rack up millions of views. But can simple moves really erase loose skin and restore a defined jawline? Below, Philadelphia board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Brannon Claytor shares what science (and decades of neck-rejuvenation experience) tells us about exercises, […]
