Chicago Pearl Laser doctors

	Peter E. Johnson, MD Des Plaines Plastic Surgeon 8901 West Golf Road Ste. 204, Des Plaines		1 answer
	Amy Taub, MD Lincolnshire Dermatologic Surgeon 275 Parkway Dr Suite 521, Lincolnshire
	David A. Dreyfuss, MD Chicago Plastic Surgeon 20635 Abbey Wood Ct. N. Suite 202, Frankfort

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Should I Have Facelift Instead of Pearl "Fusion"? I have a doctor recommending Pearl "Fusion" for photo aging and some skin tightening. How long do the results last? Should I save my money for a facelift instead? I'm 50 years old.

A: Laser and light based therapies unlikely to replace facelift

There has been an explosion in the number of laser and light based therapies offered to reduce facial laxity, fine lines, and improve the quality and texture of the skin. These proposed nonsurgical facelift procedures can become expensive and require multiple treatments to produce a noticeable result. There is no evidence to suggest that these therapies will replace the need for facelift. The current thinking is that laser combined with fillers may delay the need for a more traditional facelift.

Facelift procedures have been around for over 40 years and withstood the 'test of time' because they work. Facelift is safe, and provides substantial improvement in the neck, jowl, and cheek not duplicated by nonsurgical techniques. Remember facelift is a catch-all term and only careful examination can determine the type right for you.

Best of luck,

peterejohnsonmd

Peter E. Johnson, MD

Des Plaines Plastic Surgeon