Potomac Plastic Surgery: Houtan Chaboki, MD
2311 M Street, N.W. Suite 501
Washington, DC 20037
Phone: (202) 800-2085
Monday - Friday: 8 a.m.–4 p.m.
Nonsurgical rhinoplasty can be done with a facial filler or Botox, but most plastic surgeons use a filler more frequently. A facial filler has more potential uses to modify the appearance of the nose, as compared to Botox. Of all the available facial fillers available, hyaluronic acid fillers are the most popular. Examples of such …
All surgical facelifts generally have an incision in front of the ear, with variable extension around the ear. Even short-scar or mini lifts have an incision. Some patients who don't have the necessary downtime for recovery after a facelift may still benefit from plastic surgery with liposuction alone. Neck liposuction can provide great results in …
There are numerous non-surgical facelift options available now in the plastic surgeon's office. Cosmetic surgery was the only option years ago, but a dizzying number of treatments can maintain or restore skin health. In addition to the many options, plastic surgeons and dermatologists can mix and match office treatments to help achieve a patient's desired …
Many Washington DC area patients seek chin augmentation surgery for a variety of reasons. Some patients have always felt their chin was too small since childhood. Those who are considering rhinoplasty surgery may want better balance of the chin with the nose and face. Other patients with a "double chin" request a facelift or neck …
Fat is a natural component of the skin and tissues of the face, and attractive faces have a youthful fullness to the entire face due to primarily facial fat volume. Unfortunately, this facial fat gradually diminishes over time due to factors such as age and sun damage. While many Washington DC facelift patients request a …
Plastic surgeons are often asked what is a full facelift, and how is different from a mini lift or short-scar facelift. The term facelift is used by plastic surgeons to generally refer to cosmetic surgery of the lower face, neck, and jaw line. A face lift reduces fat, tightens muscle, and removes excess or sagging …
Plastic surgery for protruding ears, otoplasty, reshapes ear cartilage to a more natural shape and helps bring the ears closer to the head. While many children have the procedure done, some patients wait until adulthood to have this plastic surgery.Plastic surgeons generally utilize 2 types of sutures during otoplasty. An incision is placed behind the …
Non-surgical facial enhancement with Botox or facial fillers offers several improvements of the lips, cheek, eyes, and forehead without traditional plastic surgery. More recently non-surgical techniques have been used to improve the nose without rhinoplasty surgery. Botox, while commonly used to reduce wrinkles, can also be used to improve the appearance of the nose. Plastic …
Celebrity plastic surgery is common and unsurprising nowadays. Many actors get Botox or facial fillers prior to an event, rhinoplasty to reduce a bump or narrow the tip, or a facelift to maintain their youth. However, cosmetic surgery was much less common and a hidden secret years ago in Hollywood. A recent revelation that beauty icon …
I remember reading a survey of cosmetic surgery patients' opinions regarding computer simulation or imaging during the consultation prior to surgery. The survey confirmed what we've seen in our facial plastic surgery office. Patients find great value and education in computer simulation, especially when it's done live with the plastic surgeon himself/herself. Computer simulation not …