After losing significant amounts of weight, most, if not all, patients experience loose and flabby skin all over the body. While people generally think of the abdominal area as where they will experience excess skin after weight loss, many people who successfully lose significant amounts of weight find themselves with excess skin surrounding the face… Read More
Facial reconstructive procedures offer the opportunity to reverse signs of trauma and congenital disabilities. But while the results from facial reconstructive surgery are life-changing, some patients desire further changes to their facial features to help fully recover from a traumatic experience and feel their absolute best. What are some typical facial reconstructive surgeries and follow-up… Read More
Facial procedures are the most popular plastic surgery operations in the U.S., with nose reshaping, eyelid surgery, and facelift as the top three procedures overall. Dr. Derrick Gale understands that everyone who chooses to seek plastic surgery does so for unique, intensely personal motivations. Some reasons are purely cosmetic, while others may be more pragmatic…. Read More
Plastic surgery and cosmetic procedures can dramatically improve your physical appearance and self-esteem. However, many of the procedures require downtime and recovery, which might be at odds with your goals of having plenty of fun in the sun and enjoying the warmer temperatures of spring and summer. For that reason, it’s best to leave some… Read More
As the weather starts to warm up and we start spending more time outside under the sun, it’s essential to consider some adjustments to your daily skincare routine. In this article, Dr. Gale looks at the best ways to adapt to the changing season and to keep your skin as smooth, healthy, and blemish-free as… Read More
Minor scarring is one of the most commonly cited aesthetic concerns people have with their facial skin. Microneedling is a process of introducing microinjuries and encouraging your skin to re-heal, which is a highly effective way of eliminating shallow or superficial scarring. In this article, Dr. Derrick Gale at Gale Facial Plastics looks at what… Read More
