Announcement
Naficy Rejuvenation Center is a Nationwide leader in the administration of Botox and injectable fillers
At our office, we perform over 3,000 injections per year - making us #1 in the Pacific Northwest for Radiesse, #1 single location in the Puget Sound for Restylane and Perlane, and #1 in the Seattle area for Botox (also the top 1.5% of all offices in the Nation for Botox)! All treatments are administered or supervised by a board certified facial plastic surgeon. When undergoing your treatment - make sure you choose a Provider with experience. Contact our office for further information, or to reserve your complimentary consultation and treatment time.
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COMBINATION TREATMENTS = CREATING THE BEST RESULTS IN THE LEAST AMOUNT OF TIME
Restoring volume in your face is one of the most effective and natural ways to look younger and more vibrant. Restylane and Juvederm treatments are a quick and effective way to give your face instant volume - smoothing out deeper lines and folds, and plumping lips for a youthful smile. The positive effects of Restylane and Juvederm are even more dramatic when used in combination with the smoothing effects of Botox. Botox not only smoothes fine lines and wrinkles - it also prevents new lines and wrinkles from forming! Both treatments can be performed in less than 15 minutes and typically do not require any downtime. Worried about facial skin laxity? Add Thermage to your treatment plan for a non-surgical face lift! Be proactive in maintaining your skin - call us for a complimentary consultation to see what combination treatments can do for you. You will be amazed by the results!
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Dr. Naficy receives prestigious membership into Allergan's National Education Faculty for Botox injections
Allergan's National Education Faculty (NEF) is a prestigious society of Medical Doctors who have been certified by Allergan not only in administering Botox treatments, but specifically certified by Allergan to train other physicians in the administration of Botox Cosmetic. Dr. Naficy's membership in the NEF assures you the highest level of skill and expertise in the administration of Botox injections - both by Dr. Naficy himself, as well as by members of his highly trained staff. For more information about Botox CLICK HERE.
Announcement
DR. SAM NAFICY VOTED TOP FACIAL PLASTIC SURGERY EXPERT IN SEATTLE MAGAZINE
Seattle facial plastic surgeon Dr. Sam Naficy was voted "Top Doctor" for Rhinoplasty and Facial Plastic Surgery by his medical peers. Dr. Sam Naficy has been on the clinical faculty of the University of Washington for 6 years and has authored numerous articles as well as a textbook in facial plastic surgery. One of the unique aspects of Dr. Naficy's plastic surgery practice is the abilty to offer a broad range of surgical and non-surgical treatment options to fit the needs of every patient.
Announcement
FAT INJECTIONS TO THE FACE
One of the best ways to help reverse the signs of aging is to add body fat to the face! Using gentle techniques, Dr. Naficy removes fat from the abdomen, thighs, or buttocks. Your own fat is then injected into the face to fill in wrinkles, correct nasolabial folds, or to plump lips. The greatest advantage of fat over Sculptra or Restylane is that it is 100% natural. CLICK HERE to read more.
Cheek Augmentation
Prominent cheekbones are one of the key features of an attractive face. Cheek augmentation can help restore the well-formed cheekbones you used to have when you were young, or if you have never had well-defined cheekbones, cheek implants may give your face the desired contour of higher cheekbones. Cheek implants are made in various shapes and sizes, depending on the area to be augmented. They are typically made out of permanent solid materials that have been used successfully for years.
Cheek implant by Sam Naficy, MD
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The cheek implants are typically inserted through hidden incisions inside the mouth, between the upper lip and the gums. The implant of the proper size and shape is then inserted through these incisions into a pocket created over the bone. After proper healing, the implants typically feel as if they are part of your own cheekbone.
What material is used for cheek augmentation?
The materials of choice for cheek augmentation are Silastic (medical-grade silicone rubber) and Gore-Tex. Because the implants rest directly on top of bone, they feel as if they were part of the bone itself. These cheek implants are stable over time and do not reabsorb so the results are permanent. As an alternative to cheek implants, fat injections may be used to augment the cheeks, although the fat may disappear over time. A cheek lift may also be used to replace the sagging cheek fat back over the cheekbones.
What type of anesthesia is used?
We use "twilight anesthesia" which is a new and innovative method of anesthesia for facial plastic surgery. Twilight anesthesia is extremely safe compared to the standard general anesthesia techniques used today. The main advantages of twilight anesthesia are: (i) it does not require putting a breathing tube in the throat, (ii) it does not require a breathing machine, (iii) the recovery is much faster, (iv) there is much less "hang-over" from anesthesia, (v) and there is much less nausea. All these elements translate into greater comfort and safety. Dr. Naficy has used this technique of anesthesia in several thousand plastic surgery procedures without any anesthetic complications.
During twilight anesthesia a small flexible IV (intravenous) needle is placed into one of the veins of the back of the hand. Through this IV line, relaxing medication is given to make you fall sleep. The amount of medication given is adjusted to the specific needs of each person. After you are sleeping, some numbing medicine is also placed in the skin to numb the area that is being operated on. The beauty of twilight anesthesia is that during the procedure you are unaware of anything going on and cannot hear anything, yet you are still breathing on your own.
When the procedure is finished, the relaxing medication is discontinued and you begin to wake up. Because the medications used in twilight anesthesia clear the system rather quickly, most of our patients are able to go home in less than 15 minutes after the procedure is completed.
Anesthesia guidelines [14kb PDF]
What is the recovery like?
The cheeks may feel tight, swollen and chewing may be uncomfortable in the days following the surgery. Pain medication is used to lessen discomfort. Movement of the mouth and hard chewing should be limited. Stitches in the mouth dissolve in approximately 10 days. The majority of the swelling subsides quickly, although the results of the surgery may not be plainly visible for as long as 3 or 4 months.
Post-operative care instructions [12kb PDF]
I am interested! What do I do next?
If you are considering cheek augmentation we encourage you to schedule a consultation with Dr. Naficy in our office. During this visit he will listen to your concerns and discuss your options. He will tell you whether you are a suitable candidate for this procedure and inform you of the alternatives and potential risks of the procedure.
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