According to Los Angeles cosmetic surgeon Dr. Robert Abergel, the cosmetic drug Botox – which paralyzes the facial muscles involved in producing frown lines – appears to help alleviate the symptoms of depression, especially among patients who exhibit a high degree of hyperactivity. While utilizing Botox in this way might seem more like treating a… read more »

When you look at your reflection in the mirror, do you long for the tighter, youthful-looking skin that used to look back at you? Do you wish you could magically make those fine lines, wrinkles and brown spots magically disappear? Of course you do, and Los Angeles cosmetic surgeon Dr. Robert Abergel has the answer… read more »

The anti-aging industry is booming with injectables that promise to minimize wrinkles, but for some it can be quite confusing. Before taking the plunge into Botox or other fillers, Los Angeles cosmetic surgeon Dr. Patrick Abergel urges you to educate yourself on these anti-aging options. Following are some of Dr. Abergel’s tips to keep in… read more »

When you look in the mirror, do you like what you see or do you miss the younger, firmer face that used to look back at you? Unfortunately, nothing can stop the aging process. But according to Los Angeles cosmetic surgeon Dr. Robert Abergel, cosmetic surgery – such as a facelift – can reverse some… read more »

Let’s face it…age isn’t kind to our skin. Years of sun exposure – especially in areas like southern California – can leave their mark in the form of fine lines, wrinkles and discoloration. But according to Los Angeles cosmetic surgeon Dr. Robert Abergel, some of the damage can be reversed. The first step in the… read more »

Obviously, the most common benefit of plastic surgery is that you’ll improve your appearance. However, according to Los Angeles cosmetic surgeon Dr. Robert Abergel, there are many other benefits of plastic surgery, depending on the type of surgery you choose and the reasoning behind your decision. It’s important to celebrate the possible benefits of cosmetic… read more »

When you look in the mirror, do you like what you see? Does your skin still have the firmness and glow of your youth? Or do you curse the reflection looking back at you that looks older than your years? According to Los Angeles cosmetic surgeon Dr. Robert Abergel many times your age actually shows… read more »

Facial wrinkles typically occur because people lose skin elasticity as they age, but there are also habits that can contribute to premature signs of aging, such as forgoing sunscreen and repetitive motions, such as squinting at the sun or sucking on a cigarette. Los Angeles cosmetic surgeon Dr. Robert Abergel recently identified another potential cause… read more »

If you answer “yes” to any of these questions, your Los Angeles Cosmetic Surgeon Dr. Robert Abergel needs to speak with you: • When you look in the mirror, do you always look tired? • Do you look older than your years? • If someone attempted to guess your age, would they get it right… read more »

Botox injections are now being used to reduce excessive underarm sweating. Los Angeles cosmetic surgeon Dr. Robert Abergel is sharing his answers to the questions he frequently receives. How does Botox work? Botox injections temporarily obstruct the chemical signals from the nerves that feed the sweat glands. When the sweat glands don’t receive chemical signals,… read more »