Turning 60. It’s a milestone. Life changes for many during this decade include retirement, grandchildren, and yes, aging. The fine lines and wrinkles are deeper, arms sag a little more, and aging is not as easy to hide. Dr. O treats a large patient base in this age group, and he highlights the best procedures and products for this sect of the Baby Boomers. Face: Timeless LiftAs the 60th birthday rolls around, many begin to notice changes that affect their daily lives. For example, overhanging skin near the eye can not only add years to someone but also impair vision. According to the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, the number of people 65 and older getting facelifts and cosmetic eyelid surgeries has more than doubled over the last two decades, with much of that increase occurring over the last five years. Dr. O developed the Timeless Lift, a mini face lift that provides an enhancement and tightening of the skin for a more youthful appearance with less anesthesia and recovery time required. States a recent patient, “I look and feel a good 10 years younger thanks to the Timeless Lift.” Dr. O explains, “This is my vision on how to address the aging facial and neck region for both men and women. The lift procedure is customized to address the patient’s concerns.” Filler: Timeless GlowIn recent years, those in their 60’s have turned to both surgery and minimally invasive procedures to help combat aging. Often patients will choose a combination of services to best fit their needs. A great example of this is the Timeless Glow. Timeless Glow offers a combination approach to combat the aging process by treating wrinkles, filling in or plumping lines and increasing the volume. Some procedures utilized by those in their 60’s include: IPL photofacial, skin revitalization and CO2 laser resurfacing. These procedures can address sun damage, improve texture, reduce pore size, stimulate collagen production and more. Product- Skinceuticals Retinol and Triple Lipid![]() The skin care goal for a patient in their 60’s is to cleanse, correct, protect, and smooth. Often Dr. O’s patients turn to 2 different Skinceuticals products to help: Retinol and Triple Lipid. Retinol is a form of Vitamin A that is proven to improve the appearance of aging skin and skin discoloration. Triple Lipid is also recommended. Triple Lipid is formulated from ceramides, cholesterol, and fatty acids to improve skin fullness, even out the skin, and provide moisture to dehydrated skin. Used in combination, these 2 products can be a secret weapon for a patient in their 60’s as they work together to fight the aging process and hydrate the skin. Make UP - Jane Iredale |
liquid facelift | Refresh Your Look Without Surgery |
Liquid lifts can reverse the signs of aging non-surgically. 2018’s top beauty trend is all about creating facial balance over “big”. Get lips that match your face rather than jump out at your audience. Achieve natural and refreshed looks rather than looking “done”. Dr. Sonny O is known for refreshing features naturally. Liquid Lifts are a popular, no downtime treatment. That means you get minimally invasive, clinically proven, natural-looking results to help achieve the look you want.
what is a liquid lift?
Fillers are a wonderful treatment option to correct wrinkles around the mouth, loose or sagging skin, hollows in your cheeks or under your eyes or if you would like fuller more defined lips. Fillers, often thought of as plumping, are more naturally used to plump, smooth, then hydrate.
Dr. Sonny O’s Liquid Lift is a lifting, plumping, filling, smoothing and re-contouring of the face with a combination of various injectable dermal fillers and neurotoxins (BOTOX® and Dysport®). Liquid Lifts are ideal for the patients that do not need a surgical facelift, are looking for a soft refreshed look, or where surgery isn't an option. Skin elasticity is a key factor in determining this and during your custom consultation, Dr. Sonny O will determine which treatment plan will help you get your desired look.
HOW DOES A LIQUID LIFT COMBAT FACIAL AGING?
There are many things that contribute to an aging face including lines, wrinkles, discoloration and sagging skin; loss of fullness; decreased production of collagen; and loss of muscle.
With aging, people lose fat in their faces. In our mid 20s, we begin to stop producing collagen. Collagen plays a major role in the strength of skin and its decreased production leads to sagging. Loss of muscle occurs with age and affects the facial contour. The Liquid Lift does the following:
FACIAL RECONTOURING: The dermal fillers used in our office for facial re-contouring are hydroxyl apatite and hyaluronic acid.
MID CHEEK AREA LIFT: The mid cheek area can be augmented with fillers to create volume, enhance a youthful face, and reduce nasal labial fold lines.
JOWL AREA LIFT: A third area treated in this lift is the pre-jowl sulcus. These are the vertical lines that are on either side of the mouth. They connect the edges of the mouth to the jaw. These are also known as Marionette lines.
EYELIFT
LIP FILLER and HYDRATOR
WRINKLE REDUCTION with Injectables: Botox™ and Dysport enhance the liquid face lift by filling in expression lines. With less muscle contraction after Botox and Dysport the filler used for your liquid face lift should last longer.
These new filler techniques enable experienced plastic surgeons to lift the cheek and drooping areas around the mouth. Results are very exciting when the technique is properly applied. Because we are injecting liquid or semi solid fillers we call this technique the Liquid Face Lift. To achieve these results, often a few different fillers are used in each procedure.
With aging, people lose fat in their faces. In our mid 20s, we begin to stop producing collagen. Collagen plays a major role in the strength of skin and its decreased production leads to sagging. Loss of muscle occurs with age and affects the facial contour. The Liquid Lift does the following:
FACIAL RECONTOURING: The dermal fillers used in our office for facial re-contouring are hydroxyl apatite and hyaluronic acid.
MID CHEEK AREA LIFT: The mid cheek area can be augmented with fillers to create volume, enhance a youthful face, and reduce nasal labial fold lines.
JOWL AREA LIFT: A third area treated in this lift is the pre-jowl sulcus. These are the vertical lines that are on either side of the mouth. They connect the edges of the mouth to the jaw. These are also known as Marionette lines.
EYELIFT
LIP FILLER and HYDRATOR
WRINKLE REDUCTION with Injectables: Botox™ and Dysport enhance the liquid face lift by filling in expression lines. With less muscle contraction after Botox and Dysport the filler used for your liquid face lift should last longer.
These new filler techniques enable experienced plastic surgeons to lift the cheek and drooping areas around the mouth. Results are very exciting when the technique is properly applied. Because we are injecting liquid or semi solid fillers we call this technique the Liquid Face Lift. To achieve these results, often a few different fillers are used in each procedure.
WHICH FILLER IS RIGHT FOR ME?
Facial Fillers can provide the smooth skin patients are seeking. Fillers instantly smooth away wrinkles and add volume to your face. As a general guide, the following fillers are uses to achieve desired results:
JUVÉDERM® Products: Ultra Plus XC®, Voluma, Volbella ® XC
- JUVÉDERM® Ultra Plus XC® is a smooth gel filler that instantly smoothes away wrinkles and adds volume around your mouth, nose and face.
- JUVÉDERM® Voluma™ XC® gel is the first filler approved by the FDA to instantly add volume to the cheek area correct mid-face volume lost to normal aging.
- Volbella gel adds subtle volume to the lips making them appear more hydrated and softens the appearance of vertical lip lines.
Restylane® Products: Lyft, Silk, Refyne, Defyne
Restylane dermal filler is another solid performer. It restores volume and fullness to the skin to correct moderate to severe facial wrinkles and folds, such as the lines from your nose to the corners of your mouth. Products in the Restylane family are used to:
Natural Fat
Tried and true with utilizes your own fat to remove it from unwanted to areas to restore volume to your face. Lasting, natural results with little to no downtime.
JUVÉDERM® Products: Ultra Plus XC®, Voluma, Volbella ® XC
- JUVÉDERM® Ultra Plus XC® is a smooth gel filler that instantly smoothes away wrinkles and adds volume around your mouth, nose and face.
- JUVÉDERM® Voluma™ XC® gel is the first filler approved by the FDA to instantly add volume to the cheek area correct mid-face volume lost to normal aging.
- Volbella gel adds subtle volume to the lips making them appear more hydrated and softens the appearance of vertical lip lines.
Restylane® Products: Lyft, Silk, Refyne, Defyne
Restylane dermal filler is another solid performer. It restores volume and fullness to the skin to correct moderate to severe facial wrinkles and folds, such as the lines from your nose to the corners of your mouth. Products in the Restylane family are used to:
- provide natural-looking results by smoothing away facial wrinkles and folds and adding volume to lips (Restylane)
- provide subtle lip enhancement and smooth the lines around them (Restylane Silk)
- add lift and volume to the cheeks and facial wrinkles and folds (Restylane Lyft)
- provide natural-looking results to laugh lines with flexibility that allows you to maintain your natural expressions (Restylane Refyne & Restylane Defyne)
Natural Fat
Tried and true with utilizes your own fat to remove it from unwanted to areas to restore volume to your face. Lasting, natural results with little to no downtime.
schedule a consultation
On February 22 from 3:00 pm to 7:00 pm, Dr. Sonny O Plastic Surgery invites a limited number of guests to attend the Designer Fillers event. Dr. O will preview, consult, treat and provide huge one-evening-only discounts on all injectables and fillers. Gift bags provided for all participants. Register now. Call 843-388-4939. Or register online at www.drsonnyo.com |
event details
2018’s new fill options make liquid lifts and noninvasive treatments for targeted areas of the face all the rage. Update your look with no recovery time required. At our upcoming event, you will find out more about the best filler for:
· smooth and natural lips · shaping the eye area · upper and lower eyelid lifts · reducing eye tear troughs · defining cheek bones · smoothing and filling wrinkles · defining facial contours |
LIMITED SPACE AVAILABLE Event Day Treatments Mini Consultation Pairing with SkinCare Give-aways Jane Iredale make-overs Light refreshments and food |
Age is just a number. And if you choose the right plastic surgeon, that will be a number noone can guess! More and more patients in their 50,s, 60’s, and 70’s are turning to plastic surgery to look as young as they feel. Dr. Sonny O works with patients of all ages, and can pinpoint which procedures and products are best for each age range. Many people in their 50’s who would earlier in life be reluctant to receive plastic surgeon are now happy to achieve natural looking results with the help of a reputable plastic surgeon, like Dr. Sonny O. Below are his recommendations for the patient in their 50’s.
face - facetite or Mini Facelift
Most patients come in with worries about their age showing in their face. Explains Dr. O, “In today's times we want results fast. We are tired of looking in the mirror and realizing that regardless of how we feel, our face just shows our age.” There are 2 options, including a minimally invasive one, that a person in their 50’s would likely consider: A Mini FaceLift or FaceTite
FaceTite helps patients achieve surgical results without the scars or stitches. FaceTite is a new radio frequency procedure approved by the FDA to safely deliver targeted results. This is perfect for those in their 50’s who want a less invasive procedure to address sagging neck, jowl, and cheek area skin. Says Dr. Sonny O, “FaceTite provides powerful aesthetic results previously only achievable by surgical means.”
Want a little more? Consider the Mini FaceLift. The goal of face lift surgery is to help restore a youthful appearance to the face that has been damaged by exposure to the elements and subjected to the forces of time. Explains Dr. O, “This is not your Grandmother's Facelift. Now patients have options and minimally invasive Facelift requires little downtime, and natural results.”
FaceTite helps patients achieve surgical results without the scars or stitches. FaceTite is a new radio frequency procedure approved by the FDA to safely deliver targeted results. This is perfect for those in their 50’s who want a less invasive procedure to address sagging neck, jowl, and cheek area skin. Says Dr. Sonny O, “FaceTite provides powerful aesthetic results previously only achievable by surgical means.”
Want a little more? Consider the Mini FaceLift. The goal of face lift surgery is to help restore a youthful appearance to the face that has been damaged by exposure to the elements and subjected to the forces of time. Explains Dr. O, “This is not your Grandmother's Facelift. Now patients have options and minimally invasive Facelift requires little downtime, and natural results.”
filler - restylane or juvederm
Many patients are familiar with fillers by the time they are in their 50’s. But age can determine which filler may see the best results. Dr. O performs a facial analysis and determines the best places to fill in and rejuvenate. He often recommends Restylane Lyft for this age group. He states, “As we age, lines start getting deeper, and we begin to lose volume in our face. Restylane Lyft not only fills the lines but brings them up to the skin. It truly lifts them and provides natural, instant results that lasts several months up to 1 year.”
product - skinceuticals
By 50, most have tried every miracle cream and still not found the magic potion. Dr.O suggests cleaning out the excess products and using a specific product line for aging skin. Specifically, the Skinceuticals Anti-Aging Kit. This kit contains a day serum, a night serum and a moisturizer--and purchased together provides significant savings with lasting results. |
Don't forget about laser resurfacing
In the 50's the hormonal levels start shifting. Usually one’s skin starts aging, and becomes more dull with less elasticity. A full face laser resurfacing would be the best bet with fastest .
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Dr. Sonny O, M.D., F.A.C.S. is a highly experienced plastic surgeon for surgical and non-invasive rejuvenation. To learn more about services: https://www.drsonnyo.com/dr-sonny-o.html
As the highest volume SculpSure practice in South Carolina, we now have a healthy sample population of patients from which to draw conclusions. The results are in, and they are impressive. SculpSure is a breakthrough in light-based body contouring designed to help you handle fat in problem areas such as the abdomen, love handles, thighs, and arms helping you achieve a slimmer and natural looking appearance without surgery or downtime. Learn more here.
Proven Results:
>Up to 24% reduction in fat
>Over 90% patient satisfaction rate
>Comfortable and well tolerated
*Individual results may vary
>Up to 24% reduction in fat
>Over 90% patient satisfaction rate
>Comfortable and well tolerated
*Individual results may vary
Sculpsure is the 2017 winner
of the new beauty awards
Term the “Fat Blaster”, editors chose SculpSure as one of eight game changing products that will give you serious results.
“The newest introduction into the noninvasive fat-reducing arena, this 25-minute fat blaster is different in the fact that it uses a laser rather than cold or ultrasound technology to eliminate unwanted fat. As the laser is directed to the area of concern, the energy is delivered through the skin and absorbed by the fat to break it up once and for all.” – NewBeauty, March 2017 |
tummy fat to sculpsure flat
Having a baby changed my stomach forever. Having another one made having a flat tummy again seem impossible. Ten years later I’m (mostly) back to my ideal pre-baby weight. But the tummy fat wouldn’t budge. I wanted something noninvasive that didn’t have me missing work and parenting responsibilities. At my consultation with Dr. Sonny O it was obvious his practice had spent the past year putting SculpSure to the test. He shared the expected results and why SculpSure was different from other devices on the market.
how does SculpSure work and is sculpsure safe?
SculpSure uses laser technology to eliminate the fat under the skin permanently. It is FDA approved for fat elimination. The laser energy is transmitted through the skin and
absorbed by the targeted fat layer. This creates heat, which in turn destroys the fat cells. Effectively melting the fat without damaging skin. SculpSure targets the fat without damaging anything in its path.
absorbed by the targeted fat layer. This creates heat, which in turn destroys the fat cells. Effectively melting the fat without damaging skin. SculpSure targets the fat without damaging anything in its path.
Does SculpSure hurt and do I have to miss work after a treatment?
SculpSure is well tolerated and has no downtime following the treatment. You will be able to walk out and do any activities of your choosing the same day of your treatment. You will feel a warming sensation over the period of 25 minutes. The technology includes a cooling system to maintain safe and comfortable skin surface temperatures. Different people feel different levels of discomfort – some feel no discomfort and some feel a cramping sensation.”
I found myself in the SculpSure chair with Sandy ready for whatever the latest noninvasive technique to eliminate fat had in store for me. I’d decided to treat my middle to lower stomach.
Fast forward to 12 weeks after the treatment. I felt a difference in how my clothes fit. My pants don’t require the ‘pull, hop and squeeze’ move to button. Even so, it was the follow up before and after pictures that showed results I could see. He recommended a second session to see even more noticeable results. Each additional session comes with added savings. Happy flat tummy to me this year!
Fast forward to 12 weeks after the treatment. I felt a difference in how my clothes fit. My pants don’t require the ‘pull, hop and squeeze’ move to button. Even so, it was the follow up before and after pictures that showed results I could see. He recommended a second session to see even more noticeable results. Each additional session comes with added savings. Happy flat tummy to me this year!
Glowing skin hot chocolate
Take a break from the cold weather and sweets to treat your skin from the inside out with this Collagen-Boosting Glowing Skin Hot Chocolate. With just a few ingredient swaps, easily boost your hot chocolate’s nutrition factor and transform it into a beauty-boosting brew.
Instructions
- Pour the almond milk into a small saucepan and place over medium heat.
- While the almond milk is heating, place the chopped chocolate in the microwave and heat for 30 seconds. Stir and continue heating for an additional 30 seconds.
- When the almond milk is just barely simmering, turn off the heat and add the melted chocolate, honey, cinnamon and Vital Proteins Collagen Creamer. Whisk to combine.
- Pour into two glasses and sprinkle with ground cacao nibs
* Note: Manuka honey differs from other types of honey because of its bioactive properties. It contains dietary methylglyoxal, which forms naturally in the manuka flower's nectar and gives the honey its many healing properties. Clears and brightens skin, boosts immune system, improves sleep and is an overall health and beauty booster.
Vanilla sugar cookie scrub
It is the perfect opportunity to give your skin a deep cleanse and give your body the TLC it deserves. These ingredients are full of properties that will have your skin glowing in no time. Great for exfoliating the face, body, and feet. Simply combine the ingredients, scrub, and rinse.
say Goodbye to stretchmarks
Coconut moisturizes skin, helping it to maintain elasticity and suppleness. It also contains anti-oxidants that fight against free radicals and boost the immune system.
Massage coconut oil into stretch marks until it is completely absorbed. Leave on and repeat 3 times daily for at least 15 days.
Ingredients:
Mix few drops of coconut oil with few drops of tea tree oil.
Apply to stretch marks.
Repeat 3 times daily.
You can also use Shea butter, baby oil and other essential oils like avocado oil, emu oil, etc. in place of coconut oil to get rid of the stretch marks.
Massage coconut oil into stretch marks until it is completely absorbed. Leave on and repeat 3 times daily for at least 15 days.
Ingredients:
Mix few drops of coconut oil with few drops of tea tree oil.
Apply to stretch marks.
Repeat 3 times daily.
You can also use Shea butter, baby oil and other essential oils like avocado oil, emu oil, etc. in place of coconut oil to get rid of the stretch marks.
refreshing stretchmark scrub
WHAT TO DO: 1 cup organic cane sugar + 1/3 cup celtic sea salt + 1/2 cup organic coconut oil + 2-3 tablespoons almond oil + 1 tablespoon vitamin E oil + 1 tablespoon lemon essential oil + Mix all ingredients together in a glass jar. Massage over whole body with loofa or brush. Rinse and shower like normal. WHY IT WORKS: Scrubs are a wonderful way to exfoliate and leave you feeling refreshed and renewed. The scrubbing motion also stimulates blood flow + reduces stress marks and cellulite + brightens and smooths skin. |
pumpkin latte sugar scrub
In a large bowl combine dry ingredients. Mix in coconut oil until well combined. Store in an air tight container.
Why it works?
Coffee is an excellent ingredient that exhibits exfoliating property which clears the accumulated dead skin cells, dirt, impurities and loose skin. The caffeine content in coffee will help to improve the collagen production to lighten and tighten the skin and thus to fade away the stretch marks. The scrubbing process will help to increase the blood circulation and thereby encourages the formation of new and healthy skin cells instead of old and dead skin cells. It has humectant nature that locks the moisture in the skin cells and makes the skin smooth, supple and hydrated. It has antioxidant property that combats the action of free radicals and prevents the skin from their damage. Post your pictures to our Facebook Page or tag us @drsonnyo.
Coffee is an excellent ingredient that exhibits exfoliating property which clears the accumulated dead skin cells, dirt, impurities and loose skin. The caffeine content in coffee will help to improve the collagen production to lighten and tighten the skin and thus to fade away the stretch marks. The scrubbing process will help to increase the blood circulation and thereby encourages the formation of new and healthy skin cells instead of old and dead skin cells. It has humectant nature that locks the moisture in the skin cells and makes the skin smooth, supple and hydrated. It has antioxidant property that combats the action of free radicals and prevents the skin from their damage. Post your pictures to our Facebook Page or tag us @drsonnyo.
This season we are giving thanks for a revolutionary technology that tightens loose skins and restores your face and body to its youthful state. FaceTite and BodyTite use radiofrequency waves to contour the face and body without major surgery. In appreciation of the scarless improvements Dr. Sonny O is seeing for patients using our newly acquired BodyTite and FaceTite technology, both procedures are 10% off for the month of November only.
facetite
Does your face feature a discouraging waddle? FaceTite is a minimally invasive choice producing exceptional results previously only accomplished with face lift surgery. Dr. Sonny O is the first to introduce FaceTite to our area. The patient results are in and impressive. Read more about FaceTite and schedule your complimentary consultation.
*Meet Ann. Dr. Sonny O's FaceTite Patient
bodytite
Do your arms wobble in short sleeves? For many women arms are a constant reminder of gravity’s effects on our skin. Each year there are new procedures designed to remove fat and contour the body surgically. And while these techniques have advanced, some patients prefer minimally invasive options to address excess fat and skin laxity. Thankfully, BodyTite is a minimally-invasive option that provides results that are on par with some surgical procedures. A perfect example of this is the BodyTite body contouring procedure to contour arms. Arms are a stubborn area for many with limited solutions available. Here are some BodyTite before and afters for those persistent “wobbly” arms.
BodyTite body contouring is the next generation in minimally-invasive body contouring devices. BodyTite body contouring harnesses the power of radiofrequency. The radiofrequency is often used in a patented way to go hand-in-hand with liposuction. The two techniques work together on stubborn areas, such as the tummy, flanks and arms, to masterfully contour and tighten. Want to know more? Read more about BodyTite and schedule your complimentary consultation.
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