FACIAL PLASTIC SURGERY

Your Trusted Choice for Facial Plastic Surgery

In a world where first impressions matter and confidence is key, considering a facelift or a nose job goes beyond mere aesthetics - it's about embracing your true self. Whether it's turning back the clock with a facelift to reveal a youthful, vibrant appearance, or refining the contours of your nose to harmonize facial features, these procedures offer a gateway to renewed self-esteem and a positive outlook on life.

At Island Plastic Surgery & Aesthetic Center, we specialize in the art of facial transformation. Dr. Pamela Gallagher, our board-certified plastic surgeon, with over 35 years of experience, skillfully performs facelifts and a variety of other procedures, such as eyebrow, forehead, and neck surgeries. Each procedure is tailored to your unique features and aesthetic goals. Here, your vision of beauty becomes a reality, under the meticulous care of an innovative surgeon who blends medical expertise with an artistic touch.

Also known as rhytidectomy, a face lift s a surgical procedure aimed at rejuvenating the face by addressing signs of aging such as sagging skin, wrinkles, and loss of facial volume. It is sought by individuals looking to achieve a more youthful and refreshed appearance.

During a facelift, discreet incisions are typically made around the ears and sometimes extending into the hairline.

Through these incisions, excess skin is removed, underlying muscles are tightened, and facial tissues may be repositioned to restore a more youthful contour. In some cases, fat grafting or filler injections may be used to restore lost volume and enhance facial contours.

A brow lift, also known as a forehead lift, is a cosmetic surgical procedure aimed at rejuvenating the upper face by lifting and repositioning the brow and forehead tissues. It is sought by individuals who have sagging brows, forehead wrinkles, or deep furrows between the eyebrows, often associated with aging.

During a brow lift, Dr. Gallagher makes small incisions typically within the hairline or along the scalp. Through these incisions, excess skin is removed, and the underlying muscles and tissues are repositioned to elevate the brows and smooth out wrinkles and furrows. This results in a more youthful and refreshed appearance.

A neck lift is a surgical procedure aimed at rejuvenating the appearance of the neck by addressing sagging skin, excess fat, and muscle banding. It is commonly sought by individuals who have noticed signs of aging such as loose skin, jowls, or a "turkey neck" appearance.

During a neck lift, incisions are made typically behind the ears and/or under the chin to access the underlying tissues. Excess skin and fat are removed, and the neck muscles may be tightened and repositioned to create a smoother, more contoured neckline. In some cases, liposuction may be used to remove excess fat deposits and further refine the neck contour.

Upper and lower blepharoplasty are cosmetic surgical procedures aimed at rejuvenating the appearance of the eyes by addressing issues such as sagging or puffy eyelids, under-eye bags, and excess skin.

During upper blepharoplasty, the surgeon makes incisions along the natural creases of the upper eyelids to remove excess skin and fat. This results in a more alert and youthful appearance by restoring definition to the eyelid crease.

Lower blepharoplasty involves making incisions either along the lower lash line or inside the lower eyelid (transconjunctival approach) to address under-eye bags and excess skin. Fat may be repositioned or removed, and the skin tightened to create a smoother contour and reduce puffiness.

Otoplasty, commonly known as ear surgery, is a cosmetic procedure aimed at correcting the shape, size, or position of the ears. It is often sought by individuals who are unhappy with prominent, misshapen, or asymmetrical ears, whether due to genetics or injury.

During otoplasty, discreet incisions behind the ears to access the cartilage. The cartilage may be reshaped, folded, or removed to achieve the desired ear contour and position. The surgeon then sutures the incisions closed, resulting in a more proportionate and balanced appearance of the ears.

Rhinoplasty, commonly referred to as a nose job, is a cosmetic surgical procedure aimed at enhancing the appearance of the nose. It is sought by individuals who are unhappy with the size, shape, or proportion of their nose, whether due to genetics, injury, or breathing difficulties.

During rhinoplasty, incisions are made inside the nostrils or across the columella (the strip of tissue between the nostrils) to access the underlying bone and cartilage. The surgeon then reshapes the nasal structure to achieve the desired aesthetic outcome, which may involve reducing or augmenting the nasal bridge, refining the nasal tip, or altering the nostril size and shape.

Also known as genioplasty or chin augmentation, is a cosmetic procedure aimed at improving the appearance of the chin by enhancing its size, shape, or projection. It is sought by individuals who have a weak or recessed chin, which may affect facial balance and harmony.

Chin enhancement involves either surgical or non-surgical techniques to achieve the desired result. Surgical options typically involve inserting a chin implant or repositioning the chin bone through osteotomy (bone surgery). Non-surgical options may include injectable fillers or fat grafting to augment the chin.

Jaw liposuction is a cosmetic procedure aimed at improving the contour of the jawline by removing excess fat deposits. It is often sought by individuals who have a "double chin" or excess fullness in the jaw area that does not respond to diet and exercise.

During jaw liposuction, a small cannula is inserted through tiny incisions to suction out excess fat from the jawline and under the chin. This results in a more defined and sculpted jawline.

A lip lift is a cosmetic surgical procedure aimed at enhancing the appearance of the lips by shortening the distance between the base of the nose and the upper lip, known as the philtrum. This procedure is sought by individuals who desire a more youthful and defined lip contour or wish to reduce the appearance of a long or flat upper lip.

During a lip lift, a small incision either directly beneath the nose or within the natural crease of the nostrils. Excess skin is then removed, and the remaining tissue is lifted and sutured into place, resulting in a more lifted and shapely upper lip.