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SPONSORED BY MONTANA CENTER FOR FACIAL PLASTIC SURGERY The Art of Facial Cosmetic Surgery: What you need to know E Dr. David Hayes, Board Certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology and by the American Board of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery with 26 years of clinical experience. "This is a very creative field that blends art and science. I love the fact that it is primar- ily elective––patients come to you not because they have to but because they want to make a positive change. It's very rewarding to see the gratitude in someone's eyes when you've been able to fulfill their expec- tations and improve their self- image." ~ Dr. David Hayes "Had I known that going through surgery would be this easy and rewarding, I would have done it years earlier. From your beautiful facility to your exceptionally kind and knowledgeable staff, not to mention your artistic eye and fantastic results, the whole experience was so much better than I could have ever expected. Thanks!" ~ S.E., face lift, brow lift, blepharoplasty patient (eyelid surgery) very woman wants to look her best. Unfortunately, sometimes the signs of aging can make you look older than you feel. Perhaps telltale expression lines have appeared around your eyes and mouth while gravity is taking its toll on your once firm features. Imagine being able to turn back the hands of time and come away looking refreshed and natural, not overdone. Q: Why choose a facial plastic surgeon? A: A facial plastic surgeon has spent five years in post-graduate surgical training concentrating on the complex anatomy and physiology of the head and neck. They are board certified by The American Board of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive surgery, which means they specialize in performing cosmetic and reconstructive surgery on the face, head, and neck region. Q: I hate the saggy skin on my neck but I worry that, instead of making me look better, cosmetic surgery will make me look tight and unnatural. A: A lower facelift can reverse many of the signs of aging caused by gravity, sun exposure, and genetics. By removing excess fat, tightening underlying muscle, and re-draping the skin, we can achieve a natural, more youthful look. You won't look overdone, nor will your basic facial features be changed; you will look like a more reju- venated version of yourself. Many surgeons perform the same facelift technique on all of their patients. However, I customize each of my facial rejuvenation procedures based on your age, facial structure, and desired outcome. Q: What can I do about the lines on my upper lip? A: There is a threefold approach to correcting wrinkles, which includes skin care, in- jectables, and laser skin resurfacing. The use of topical vitamin A in the correct form of retinyl palmitate can soften wrinkles over time and injectable fillers such as Juvederm or Restylane can help fill the wrinkles. A more lasting solution is the Fractionated Co2 Laser Resurfacing. This procedure treats only a "fraction" of the skin's surface, leaving healthy tissue to assist in the healing process. The laser stimulates new collagen growth, so you will see natural improvement in your skin's texture and tone. Typical downtime for Fractionated CO2 Laser is 7-10 days depending on the depth of the treatment. Dr. David Hayes Montana Center for Facial Plastic Surgery 6 DISTINCTLY MONTANA WOMAN Missoula www.montanaface.com PREMIERE ISSUE • SPRING 2012 (406) 541-7546

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