Procedures

In addition to traditional cosmetic and reconstructive surgery procedures. Dr. Armenta offers a wide variety of new less invasive alternatives. Dr. Armenta's private practice offers the advantage of an in-office surgical suite with modern services without the additional costs of having procedures at the hospital. The office is equipped with a Co2 laser for variety of cosmetic procedures. Botox, Radiance, Restylene, Thermage, Micropeel and Power peel are also provided in our office.

Rhytidectomy (Facelift)

"I do not need that" This is the most common reaction of most people to this procedure, perhaps thinking that you will look unnaturally tight or with shiny or fake appearance. I ask you to see some representative examples of my face lift results if you click on (before and after) and compare. This is the present state of the art on facial rejuvenation. We treat this procedure as the ultimate piece of art work, that deserves to be accomplished with perfection on each detail.

Through the years we have incorporated many techniques to this procedure in order to offer to each person the most suitable and appropriate treatment. The modern concept of rejuvenation (2005) is not just to lift and tighten like in the the old times, but to reshape the three dimensional volume of the face. For each person we change the areas that have lost volume and decrease the areas that have sagged. This process could include: tightening of the muscles under the neck, or suspension of muscles, or liposuction of the thick areas of the face and neck, or adding tissue to different areas. The lip elevation, or lip enhancement is needed in some cases, and mobilization of the cheek fat or permanent cheek implants. This makes the procedure not just a lift but a rejuvenation, reshaping the face volume to turn into a more pleasant looking and natural way.

During your consulation we will be suggesting also other alternatives or components that could be used in each particular case. Such as Resurfacing with laser, Dermabrasion or >Fillers.

Thermage:

My practice keeps up to date on the most advanced technologies and treatments that help my patients maintain a youthful appearance. In keeping with that tradition I am proud to announce the introduction of the Thermacool TC system. A new radio frequency based  device designed to tighten tissue and improve the appearance of your skin. This is a non surgical procedure using radio waves to heat the deep skin tissues (dermis) without damaging the surface. The results appears gradually tightening of the skin for a period of six months. I will show you results with photos and on our own staff members. It doesn't produce a drastic change like a face lift, but is a quick non surgical alternative. It was very well demonstrated in The Good Morning America show. It is the choice of many patients. The FDA has approved the treatment in 2004 and has been also called Thermalift, Therma Cool, Radiothermoplasty. With this mixture of alternatives available today we are sure to find an alternative suitable for your needs

Blepharoplasty (Eyelid lift)

This common facial cosmetic surgical procedure restores your eyes to a brighter, more youthful and less tired appearance by removing excess skin, fat and muscle from your upper and lower eyelids . A good recent addendum to our armamentarium is the suture only  eyebrow elevation, (Brow pexy) with only a needlepoint opening incision. With a lot less cost and recovery this has become a favorite choice. In addition to this surgery >Thermage will smooth the smaller wrinkles, so it a logical combination of procedures

Forehead Lift

Is the most aggressive form of rejuvenation for your forehead and eyebrows. It reduces furrows and frown lines and raises drooping eyebrows. As an alternative to this we could use a filler for those lines. Choices like: Restylene, Collagen, Fat Graft and Radiance all of them with advantages and disadvantages that we will be glad to discuss and find you a choice that you find comfortable.

Chemical Peel and Dermabrasion

Chemical peel and dermabrasion can smooth the fine wrinkles and blemishes that cannot be removed by a facelift. Another new alternative is the Thremage (radio waves).

Fillers

The injection of collagen is becoming obsolete due to new tissue fillers like Radiance or Restylene. Both products do not need testing and we have them presently in stock. Restylene is ( Hyaluronic Acid) the material that lubricates the joint surfaces and the same material that fills the eye ball. Restylene is produced Synthetically. The best use is for facial fine lines and lip enhancement. It may last from 6 to 12 months.

Radiance

Radiances is synthetically produced salt similar to the main component found in bones. The best cosmetic use is for deeper facial lines like smile lines or frown lines and it will last for up to two years. To compare cost duration  and indications. Request a special information table on tissue filler from our receptionist (315-476-7459).

Fat Graft

Your own fatty tissue, may be used to fill folds and depressions to creating a smooth youthful appearance. It is best indicated for deep use, like the Radiance, and for lip enhacement. It may last 4 months to 2 years depending of area injected and personal metabolism.

Facial Implants

Many types of implants are available to enhance your facial landmarks nose, chin, cheek and jaw line.

Botox

This is an injection that paralyzes the muscles that produce the wrinkles. We have seven years of experience with this product. As an alternative we will use Myoblock which produces the same effect, and is more readily available and doesn't need to be scheduled in groups of patients.

Nose Job

Are you dissatisfied with your nose because you feel it's too large or crooked? Do you feel your profile could be improved? Then you might want to consider rhinoplasty, a common form of cosmetic surgery that can be done to reduce the size of your nose, straighten it, or reshape it in other ways.

Lift / Enlargement / Reduction

One decision more and more women are making everyday is to have Breast Augmentation. Advances in Breast implant technology and surgical technique are making breast augmentation a popular option among women of all ages desiring a change in the way they look.

Liposuction / Tummy Tuck

By liposuction we can remove areas of undesirable pockets of fat in practically any area of the body. Additionally, as a different alternative, we can sculpture your arms of thighs obtain a very desirable result by removing extra skin with procedures like Brachioplasty (arm lift), or thigh plasty ( high lift ). The abdominal muscles are tightened and moved to obtain a firm new waist line with the abdominoplasty, and a new belly button is made. Dr Armenta has developed the "scar-less new navel" that will be the center of your new contoured tummy with no external scar, unlike the traditional tummy tucks done elsewhere.

Abdominoplasty

Achieving a flatter, tighter abdominal area is a goal for many people, women and men alike. There are a variety of reasons why someone may be dissatisfied with his or her waistline and abdomen, and the “tummy tuck” procedure, or abdominoplasty, might be an appropriate option for achieving a slimmer, more aesthetically appealing abdominal contour.

 

Many patients who seek reduction of the upper arms express concern that their upper arms are out of proportion with the rest of the body.

 

This is a less invasive procedure acheived with minimal incisions and/or permanent internal sutures.