An eyelid lift, or blepharoplasty, is a common plastic surgery procedure in Philadelphia. However, there are actually two different procedures under the “eyelid lift” or “blepharoplasty” umbrella: upper and lower. These procedures accomplish different goals, and one or the other (or both) may be appropriate for you depending on your concerns. Philadelphia plastic surgeon Dr. David Bottger has years of experience performing upper and lower…

One of the most important attributes for a plastic surgeon, and one that comes only through experience, is understanding how all of a patient’s facial features interact to form a larger, aesthetically pleasing whole. This is particularly important when one of our Philadelphia-area patients is considering a rhinoplasty. Why? For one thing, the nose is one of the most prominent features on your face. As a…

There’s no denying that the signs of age and fatigue on your face can undermine the way people see you. You want your appearance to reflect your underlying energy and vigor, but sagging, wrinkled skin can make this impossible. In some cases, a brow lift is exactly the right solution for our Philadelphia-area patients. A brow lift, whether performed by itself or in combination with another procedure,…

Injectables are great options for Philadelphia-area patients who are interested in looking youthful and vigorous while eliminating signs of age and wear. Dr. Bottger and his staff will work with you to find the injectable treatment that’s right for you and which will safely achieve your goals. At our office, we want you get the most out of your time with us. We know that happy…

Let’s face it: we live in a society that values youth and energy. When we do business with someone or interact with them personally, we want that person to be energetic and vigorous. Sadly, it’s easy for those with sagging facial skin or other signs of age and wear to appear fatigued in spite of true reserves of natural energy. This realization is why so…

If you’re a Philadelphia-area resident considering a facelift, one of your biggest concerns is obviously ensuring that the procedure is right for you and can actually help you achieve your aesthetic goals. That’s why we field a lot of questions about what, exactly, a facelift can achieve and which areas of the face are improved by the procedure. It’s important to understand that there are a…

There’s no doubt that because of its central location, your nose is a locus of attention when people are engaged in conversation with you. People notice your nose. And you notice it when its size and shape is not quite right. That’s why many Philadelphia residents ask us about the potential of a rhinoplasty procedure. A rhinoplasty can achieve a rather remarkable change in the appearance of…

There’s no doubt that when most people think of rhinoplasty, they think of the procedure’s cosmetic benefits. And a rhinoplasty can absolutely help Philadelphia-area residents straighten a crooked nose. However, for people with breathing problems caused by a deviated septum, rhinoplasty can be performed at the same time as a septoplasty to correct breathing and cosmetic issues. The nasal septum is simply the wall of bone…

If you wear glasses, you already understand how they tend to affect just about every part of your life, if only in subtle ways. So if you’re a Philadelphia-area resident considering rhinoplasty, you’ve probably already wondered about how the procedure will affect your glasses. It is, after all, very important that you protect your nose after undergoing a rhinoplasty. And the procedure will indeed impact your…

Do your eyelids show signs of aging? Are you unhappy with the look of your eyelids due to loose or excess skin? Blepharoplasty, also known as eyelid surgery, can help drastically improve the appearance of your eyelids, making your features look much more youthful. There are different types of eyelid surgery which include both upper eyelid surgery and lower eyelid surgery. Upper eyelid surgery is performed…