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Everyone wants to look and feel beautiful. Now, more than ever, there are a wide range of options which can improve your appearance, regardless of whether you have facial abnormalities, have suffered a facial trauma, or just want to enhance certain features or reduce the effects of aging. Fortunately, advancements in cosmetic surgery allow you to correct many of these facial issues to look more youthful and rested.

Starling is proud to have our own facial plastics expert, Dr. Kenneth Andrews, who specializes in the restoration, reconstruction, or alteration of facial structures. Dr. Andrews offers a comprehensive approach, including:

• Cosmetic surgeries to enhance the visual appearance of the facial structures and features
• Reconstructive surgeries to address medical issues such as facial trauma or deformities, including scar revision, fractures, or cancer reconstruction
• Non-surgical procedures to reduce signs of aging and restore a youthful appearance

About Dr. Andrews

Dr. Andrews is a board-certified otolaryngologist and fellowship trained facial plastic surgeon who treats the whole spectrum of issues affecting the ears, nose, sinuses, throat, head and neck with a special interest in allergy and sino-nasal conditions. Furthermore, he is one of a handful of experts in the region to specialize in cosmetic and reconstructive facial plastic surgery.  His surgical expertise includes facelift, necklift surgery, rhinoplasty, scar revision, and surgery for the eyes and brows.
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Surgical Treatment Options

You may opt to undergo reconstructive or cosmetic plastic surgery to improve your facial appearance or address a medical issue. Let’s look at each type of surgery in more detail:

Cosmetic Plastic Surgery: The primary objective of cosmetic plastic surgery is to improve facial features and structures to enhance your facial appearance. If you feel unhappy with any of your facial features,  there are a number of surgical options to address your concerns. The common cosmetic plastic surgery procedures include: 

• Rhinoplasty, or nose job
• Revision rhinoplasty
• Eyelid surgery, or blepharoplasty
• Facelift
• Forehead lift
• Chin augmentation
• Otoplasty, or ear surgery

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Reconstructive Plastic Surgery: If you suffer from any facial abnormality from birth, such as birthmarks, cleft lip, protruding ears, or a crooked smile, you may opt to undergo reconstructive surgery. Surgery can address facial conditions resulting from an accident, trauma, skin cancert, or burns. In some cases, surgery is can restore your appearance after other treatments such as removal of skin cancer on the face. Common facial reconstructive surgical procedures include:

• Mohs reconstruction
• Nasal fracture reconstruction
• Scar revision surgery.

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Facial cosmetic and reconstructive surgery can improve the appearance of your facial features and boost your confidence level. Most surgical procedures are performed on an outpatient basis at local surgical centers or in a hospital setting.

Non-surgical Cosmetic Treatments for a Vibrant Appearance

Non-surgical cosmetic procedures have gained considerable attention in recent years. These cosmetic treatments can enhance your facial appearance, similar to a surgical cosmetic procedure, but in a non-invasive manner.  

The most popular and in-demand non-surgical cosmetic treatments are injectable dermal fillers and toxins.

Dermal Fillers: These fillers help surgeons add volume to different areas of your face. Surgeons can use these fillers for enhancing your lips and cheeks, as well as for non-surgical nose jobs, filling shallow areas, and removing facial lines and wrinkles.

Toxins (Botox): Toxins are muscle relaxers. Getting Botox helps you get rid of facial lines, wrinkles, and droopy eyes.

Dr. Andrews performs these treatments in a comfortable office setting.

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Face the Facts…

When considering facial surgery, it is strongly advised to see a doctor who is specially trained in facial plastic and reconstructive surgery and is a board-certified otolaryngologist (a specialist in the ears, nose, throat, and neck). This ensures that the physician has had rigorous training in the head and neck area, including extensive experience with facial plastic surgery techniques that take into account the complicated anatomy of this region to ensure both aesthetic and functional improvement.

Get Started with a Consultation

If you are considering a facial plastic procedure, the first step is to schedule a consultation. This allows you to meet with Dr. Andrews to discuss your goals, concerns, and expectations. Dr. Andrews will determine whether you are a good candidate for a procedure.

Questions to ask may include:

• What outcome can I expect?
• How long will the operation take?
• What is the recovery time?
• What are the risks involved?
• Is post-operative medication necessary?
• What is the cost of the procedure?
• Is the cost covered by insurance?

You should be prepared to be candid about your medical history, medications, allergies, habits, and background— which could affect the outcome of the surgery. Some consultations may include computer imaging to show you what the surgery might accomplish. Dr. Andrews can also describe what anesthesia is used for each of the surgeries you may be contemplating. It is crucial for you to ask enough questions to find out about all aspects of the proposed surgery.

Schedule Your Consultation Today!

If you want to look your best and feel your best, schedule a consultation. Don’t let fear get in your way. There are so many different procedures that can improve your appearance and confidence. As an experienced plastic and reconstructive surgeon, Dr. Andrews can find the option that is right for you!

Dr. Andrews sees patients in New Britain and Glastonbury.
Call (860) 224-2631 to schedule your initial consultation.