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Dr. Andrew Gear, MD is a board-certified plastic surgeon with 14 years of experience. The director and founder of Providence Plastic Surgery & Skin Center in Charlotte, North Carolina, he provides patients with a range of procedures including breast augmentation, breast lift, tummy tuck (abdominoplasty), liposuction, mommy makeover, and Brazilian butt lift. No matter the surgery, Dr. Gear prioritizes attention to detail, a personalized treatment approach, and tasteful outcomes. “My aesthetic values center on natural beauty and subtle changes,” he says. “I strongly believe that the best results are those which look like they organically fit on an individual’s face and body.” Dr. Gear received his medical degree from the University of Virginia in Charlottesville. He performed his post-graduate training at the University of Minnesota in Minneapolis, completing general surgery and plastic surgery residencies, as well as a three-year plastic surgery research fellowship.
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29 Providence Plastic Surgery and Skin Center - Charlotte Reviews
Flawless milia extraction technique - so happy in my skin, finally!
I have been struggling with Milia for about 8 years now. I have seen multiple dermatologists and tried all the creams, gels, etc. I came to see Wendy to get them extracted and I have never been happier with my skin. She is absolutely wonderful. Her technique is flawless and makes for a very easy recovery. My skin has never been so clear and smooth. I highly recommend her and will be coming to...
Sobrepasó mis expectativas
Mi experiencia como una hispana que no habla mucho ingles fue fenomenal. Yo no soy persona para escribir estos reviews pero todo mi procedimiento desde la primera consulta fue excelente. Desde que entres te sientes muy bien atendido y en familia. Ellos están muy pendientes de tu salud y no hacen ningún procedimiento sin primero asegurarse que uno esté en buena salud para los procedimientos. Me...
Tummy Tuck/Lipo/BBL. They made my dream come true!
I highly recommend PPS. I recently had a tummy tuck with liposuction and bbl. I love my results. Dr. Gear did an awesome job! He and his staff have been wonderful to work with. Thank you Dr. Gear for a job well done and for making my dream come true.
Mischell is a miracle worker! I guarantee you wont find better than her!
I seriously don't even know where to begin when it comes to Mischell - SHE IS THE BEST OF THE BEST! Not only is she an absolute GENIUS when it comes to botox and fillers - she is the funniest person on the planet. If you are wondering if you should go see her - the answer is YES, YES AND YES. I guarantee you wont find better than her!
Can get rid of areas that you can not seem to get to go away with exercise or diet
CoolSculpting treatments are definitely worth the money. Simple process. Can get rid of areas that you can not seem to get to go away with exercise or diet. Emily at Providence Plastic Surgery is the best.
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A: Thanks for the great question. From your photos, it appears these lines could be due to your skin being very dehydrated. While Vitamin C and RetinA are excellent products to help with collagen production, they can also make your face very dry and dehydrated if used incorrectly. This would explain why you felt that the RetinA peel made your lines even worse - because it caused even further dehydration to the skin. These products, RetinA in particular, require that you be placed on the correct dosage and gradually begin using them in order to prevent this from happening. I recommend seeing a medical provider who specializes in skin to help put you on a regimen that is more appropriate for your skin type and concerns. Hope this helps!
Blair Hayes, PA-C
A: Filler are a great option to help achieve a more proportional face and to help give a more defined look. I recommend looking for an experienced injector to discuss your desired results. Best of luck to you!
Blair Hayes, PA-C
A: Thanks for the excellent question. Patients with autoimmune diseases are very often treated with bovine collagen without any issues at all. You are correct in that you are at an increased risk of adverse reactions due to having autoimmune disease, but it is by no means guaranteed to happen. If patients are going to react to the product, they will often react soon after injections, although it is still possible to have a delayed reaction years later, but this is rare. If you were already injected and have not experienced any adverse reactions thus far, I would not lose sleep over it as you will likely not have a reaction. If by chance you do react to the product, there are treatment options to help with this. Best of luck to you!
Blair Hayes, PA-C
A: Unfortunately there are currently no treatments on the market that are "permanent" and non-invasive. The only permanent "filler" option would be implants (i.e. cheek implants) but this option is invasive as it requires surgery. It also doesn't stimulate collagen, but mimics your collagen. Even fat grafting to the face isn't permanent since that fat breaks down over time, too. There are longer lasting fillers that stimulate your own collagen production on the market such as Bellafill and Sculptra, however these only last a few years.
We are constantly losing collagen as we age, and unfortunately there is no way to stop this process. Skincare products such as vitamin C, tretinoin, and sunscreen can help to decrease collagen loss and increase collagen production, however these are not permanent as even this collagen will break down over time.
Your best option is going to be dermal fillers combined with a proper skincare regimen. Hope this helps!
Blair Hayes, PA-C
A: Thanks for the question! Yes, it is possible to use filler in the chin and jawline area to achieve the results seen in this photo; however without seeing your exact face and bone structure, it is difficult to give you a definite answer of how well this can be achieved for you. I recommend having a consult with an experienced injector to see if you're a good candidate for this. Best of luck!
Blair Hayes, PA-C