I have seen two other plastic surgeons about facial rejuvenation and am a little confused as to how to proceed. I know that my neck is lax and my eyes look old and I would like to have both corrected. But to be honest, I am a little afraid and would feel more [...]

This week’s blog post was written by Angela O’Mara, author and owner of “The Professional Image” in Newport Beach, California, after an interview she conducted with Dr. Bunkis. Ms. O’Mara is the author of “Lights! Camera! Action! The Power of PR” and “Lipstick. Laptops. Life.” We invite you to call Dr. Bunkis at 949-888-9700 or [...]

Q:  ”I have heard about the new mid-facelifts. How do these differ from a standard facelift, and which procedure is better?”
— Janet d M., Coto de Caza, CA

“My eyes are looking old.  Can you tell me what’s involved with an eye lid tuck?” — John N., San Clemente, CA

Q:   I am bothered by looseness that is developing in my cheeks and along my jowls but I would like to avoid visible scars.   Please let me know about the modern midface techniques that I have heard can be done without scars.
-Jason P.
Corona, CA

I would like to have my neck tightened and jowls reduced but I am only 42 years old and do not feel that I am ready for a regular face lift yet. What are my other options?
-Judith P.
San Clemente, CA

Q:  My upper lids droop over my eyelashes and I would like to have them fixed. I have seen two plastic surgeons, one who agreed that he could help me with my upper lids, another who told me I’d have to have a brow lift as well. My brows are fine with me and I [...]

Q:  I am 54 years old and beginning to see signs of aging.   I asked my dermatologist for suggestions regarding products and she told me I was “too far gone” and suggested a laser procedure. I saw a plastic surgeon who told me that was nonsense and suggested a face lift instead. I want to [...]

Q: I am in my early 50’s and I’m starting to see wrinkles. Many of my friends have gotten facelifts and Botox injections but I’m terrified of needles and knives! Are there any over the counter products that will tighten my skin?

I’m 49 years old, am starting to droop a little and would like to look better. I saw a cosmetic surgeon who recommended a face lift, but I have two issues: 1) I am a little scared of having surgery, and 2) in this bad economy, I don’t think I can [...]