Facial Plastic Surgery Blog San Francisco

Eyelid Lift surgery, also called blepharoplasty, is a procedure performed to improve the appearance of the upper and/or lower eyelids. Many people notice signs of aging around their eyes that makes them look as if  they are constantly sleep-deprived or upset. In severe cases, excess skin sagging of the upper lid can actually hinder sight, though […]

Chin reshaping through Chin Implants can make a huge difference in the overall balance and harmony of the face. The chin and nose both go a long way in effecting the way we perceive the other features of the face. For a person with a disproportionately small chin, a chin implant can subtly, yet significantly improve […]

The neck is an area of the body most people never think about until they reach a certain age.  Depending on a person’s facial anatomy and skin quality, some as early as age 30 or 40 may already begin to notice these common signs of aging that manifest in the neck. In a younger person, […]

CO2 Laser Resurfacing is a skin treatment that helps to reduce the lines and wrinkles that start to set in as we age. The CO2 Laser can reduce the appearance of skin imperfections such as scars and uneven pigmentation and improve the overall condition of your complexion. Ideal CO2 Laser Resurfacing candidates may have lines and […]

Lips that are full and plump are one of the most sought after facial features. Many women who are born with lackluster, thin lips envy the sensual fullness of lips like Scarlett Johansson and Angelina Jolie. Many women try out drug store glosses that claim to offer an enhancement but more often than not fail to […]

It can be very difficult for children born with abnormally large ears or ears that stick out far from the head. Children often become the target of painful teasing that can effect their self-confidence for the rest of their lives. Through San Francisco Otoplasty Dr. Chiu-Collins can create a more normal ear appearance by re-shaping […]

Jaw Slimming Botox treatment has helped many men and women with large masseter muscles and a wide jaw reduce their jaw to create their desired result. Under the hand of experienced facial specialist Dr. Chiu-Collins, the procedure is performed and repeated every 3-6 months to maintain the results. This procedure is relatively easy to undergo and very […]

If you have lower eyelid bags, puffiness, or dark circles you may feel like the face you’re greeting the world with is looking more run down, tired and older than you are and feel. The good news is that these bags, puffiness and deep, dark circles and lines can be improved with Lower Eyelid Surgery. Eyelid Surgery can be performed on either the […]

There are many subtle and not-so-subtle changes that take place in our faces as we get older. Some of these changes include fine lines, creases, wrinkles, and sagging skin due to loss of volume, loss of fat, and loss of elasticity. These changes not only make us appear older than we are or want to […]

Many people know about the benefits of Botox for rejuvenating the face by decreasing lines and creases, but not as many people know that botox can also be used to create a slimmer jaw. Dr. Chiu-Collins is a facial specialist who is experienced in performing this technique. This jaw slimming procedure is most effective for patients with a […]