Do you desire fuller, natural-looking lips? We have what you are looking for!

As you age, your lips begin to deflate which may result in an aged or aesthetically unpleasing appearance. Temporary dermal fillers such as Juvederm, Restylane, Collagen, Perlane, or other facial fillers can be injected into the lips every 6-12 months to increase their size and eliminate fine lines.

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A more permanent solution, but with a longer recovery time, are surgeries such as fat transfer, dermal grafting, alloderm implant(s), or silicone injections.

What is our most popular treatment for lip augmentation treatment?
JUVÉDERM™ !!!!

What is JUVÉDERM™?
This is a smooth, cross-linked hyaluronic acid-based clear gel, which is injected into the skin with an ultra-fine needle. JUVÉDERM ™ is by far the most in-demand treatment for lip enhancement, wrinkle reduction, and dermal filler.

How does JUVÉDERM™ work and what are the advantages?
Results are visible immediately following treatment. It instantly lifts and adds volume to the areas being treated, creating a fuller, plump and pouty look. The skin remains soft and natural to the touch. No skin test is required and there is no downtime. You can expect to experience some swelling after the procedure which will resolve within two to three days. Your lips will retain a fuller and sculpted look. Though touch up treatments may be desired to further enhance your desired look, one treatment can deliver the desired results you are looking for. Your results can last up anywhere from 6 months to a year. We find it best to under-estimate the duration in which a product could last to decrease your chances of disappointment.

What are some of the possible JUVÉDERM™ side effects?
There are no reported allergic reactions. The most common side effects with any injection include possible bleeding, and tenderness, redness, or swelling. These side effects last, on average, 2 to 3 days.

So why JUVÉDERM™ above the rest?
It’s a quick, easy, low-risk treatment with controllability and no surgery required (so it also allows it to be more affordable than surgery). It has a more natural feel and look than a lot of the other products being offered. And though it is not permanent, it is longer lasting than that of Collagen, and other Hylaronic Acid fillers.

visit http://www.bhpsg.com/ for before and after photos of lip augmentation patientss

Call us today to schedule your JUVÉDERM™ Treatment 310.275.6600

Earlobe and Belly Button Piercing Repair

Body piercing. For many years, body piercing has been a way to artistically and fashionably express ourselves.

Unfortunately, in some cases, what once was a small piercing has over time (or due to injury) caused the skin to tear or hole to elongate. In the case of ear-piercings, this may be due to wearing earrings that are too heavy or due to the pressure of their ear pressed against the telephone.

How is the piercing-repair performed?

Local anesthetic is injected with a very fine needle to numb the area being treated and prevent any discomfort. Then, the piercing tract is completely cut out. The incision is repaired by using fine stitching to close the new wound. Stitches are removed after one to two weeks.

The procedure is quick. It only takes about 30 minutes on average to repair a single piercing. No down-time required.

To have us answer more of your questions regarding piercing-repairs, or to schedule your appointment, Call us today!!! 310.275.6600

Dysport: Another Type of "Botox"?

Botox. You've heard the word, and very likely you or someone you know has had this treatment done.



So what is Dysport? If you haven't heard of Dysport yet the word will probably become more and more familiar to you!


Dysport Explained:



Prescription Dysport is an injection used to temporarily improve the look of moderate to severe frown lines between the eyebrows (glabellar lines) in adults less than 65 years of age.


How does Dysport work? With just 1 injection into each of 5 points between and above the eyebrows, Dysport stops the signal from the nerve to the muscles, ultimately resulting in a reduction of muscle activity and temporarily preventing contraction of the muscles that cause frown lines.

Injection sites for Dysport for frown lines

The untreated facial muscles still contract normally, allowing you to freely show facial expressions, such as smiling, in untreated areas.

You should not be treated with Dysport more frequently than every 90 days.

Dysport is certainly being compared to Botox though the measurements and pricing differ. It is always advised to speak with your healthcare professional about what is best for you and all potential risks involved.

Does this mean we are saying, "Bye Bye, Botox?" Not likely. But it does mean that we are making room for Dysport...

To schedule your appointment with us, please call 310.275.6600

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Radiesse - Non-Surgical Options



Radiesse is one of the "filler" products that The Beverly Hills Plastic Surgery Group is offering to soften and reduce some of the facial lines such as the nasolabial folds (the lines between your nose and mouth) and the marionette lines (the lines that run down from your mouth). Radiesse can also be used to reshape the jaw line. Like other fillers, these results can be achieved with a simple in-office visit. The advantage of Radiesse over some of the other existing "fillers" is that it lasts on average for 1 year. Some of the other existing "filler" products only last on average six months (Restylane® and Perlane®) and some only three months (Collagen products).



The results with Radiesse can be seen immediately. As with any "filler" treatment or injectable there may be some bruising for a few days. Makeup usually adequately covers most bruising and patients are able to go about their normal daily routine. While this bruising may be minor, patients do need to be aware of it and not schedule treatments within a week of "important events."

Radiesse is a safe, biocompatible, biodegradable, injectable that is made up primarily of Calcium. The FDA approved Radiesse in December 2006 for the correction and filling for moderate to severe facial folds and wrinkles, including nasolabial folds. No skin testing is required.

Radiesse is gently injected into the skin in small amounts with a very fine needle. Its exclusive calcium-based microsphere technology contains tiny particles that form a scaffold around which the body is stimulated to produce new collagen. This unique response provides immediate, visible improvement of folds and wrinkles, while the body's own collagen naturally restores a fuller, more youthful appearance that keeps patients looking better even longer. Radiesse's tiny microspheres gradually break down into calcium and phosphate ions that are naturally taken up by the body over time.

Women or men who have facial wrinkles and folds common with aging and volume loss are candidates for Radiesse. In particular, Radiesse is the better choice for women who are familiar with other filler products but are frustrated by the inconvenience of injections every 3 to 6 months. In addition, these patients need to be willing to pay the slightly higher cost for the Radiesse injection. However, in the long run, Radiesse is more cost effective when you consider that it lasts on average twice the length of time as Restylane. In addition, there is slightly more material in the Radiesse syringe.

Radiesse is not recommended for use in enlarging or enhancing the lips. At BHPSG, Juvederm is used for lip augmentation.

Since Radiesse has no anesthetic in the product we recommend that patients have a "dental block" before they receive an injection of Radiesse. We use a technique that is similar to the technique that dentists use when giving "Novocain" for dental work. This "dental block" is identical to the "dental block" that is used before injecting other fillers. We provide this "dental block" at the time of treatment and it is included in the price of a Radiesse injection.

Beverly Hills Plastic Surgery Group offers Radiesse at a very attractive price of $700 for a 1.3 ml syringe. Two syringes of RadiesseTM 1.3 ml syringe injected at the same visit costs $1300 ($100 discount). Prior to receiving their first treatment of Radiesse a patient would need to have a consultation with Dr. Danielpour and Dr. Layke. You can expect that treatment could be provided at the same time as the consultation. The cost of this consultation is $75 if the patient elects to receive no "filler" treatment. If the patient elects to be treated on the day of consultation with either Radiesse or another filler such as Restylane or Juvederm then the cost of the consultation is waived and the patient pays only for the treatment.

Call (310) 275-6600 for an appt

Umbilical Hernia Repair

What is the cause of an Umbilical Hernia?


Umbilical Hernias can be acquired as the result of a repetitive or sudden injury, strain or pressure which causes the abdominal wall to weaken. However, umbilical hernias can also be since birth, otherwise known as congenital. In some cases, umbilical hernias are caused at birth by a weakness in the navel area where the umbilical cord left the infant and as a result, the umbilical ring never quite heals. What exactly prevents the umbilical ring from closing entirely is not known, though it is thought that many aspects affecting the developing fetus are involved. Umbilical hernias can be commonly found in infants, but can occur at any time in later adulthood.


As for children or infants, hernias may close slowly, possibly delaying surgery unless the hernia causes problems. Umbilical hernias which do not close or heal on their own may require surgery. In adults an umbilical hernia will not heal and go away and is often caused by sudden or repeated strain or stress on the abdominal muscles. As time passes, the hole or weakness increasingly grows larger allowing more abdominal contents to protrude, sometimes to the point that the hernia will distort the navel creating an “outie” instead of an “innie”. Umbilical hernias in adults can become problematic in that strangulation can occur and immediate medical attention may become necessary.


Signs and symptoms of an umbilical hernia vary for each individual, however, the primary symptom is often a small, soft bulge under or around the navel area. The bulge may be visible, or it may only be felt when pushed on. Sometimes the umbilical hernia is accompanied by pain, or a burning sensation, in the abdomen and may become more severe when lifting, coughing or sneezing. This area may also become swollen and may appear red or a gray-blue on the surface. It is possible to be able to push part of the bulge from the hernia back into the abdomen temporarily, but again, it will not heal or go away on its own and will eventually require surgery.

Resolution or Treatment


Understanding your unique situation and needs is first and foremost for us which is why we don't perform one type of procedure on everyone, but rather choose methods best suited to you.
If you have (or think you may have an Umbilical Hernia) call us today to schedule your personalized consultation! 310.275.6600


It could be covered by your insurance!

Gynecomastia: Enlarged Breasts in Men

Shame. Humiliation. Insecurity. These are some of the emotions experienced by men with enlarged breasts, or gynecomastia.

About half of all men today have excess localized fat and/or excess glandular tissue in one or both breasts. Gynecomastia accounts for more than 65 percent of all male breast disorders, according to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS).

Causes of Enlarged Breasts in Men

In most cases, the cause is unknown. Sometimes it is an imbalance of the sex hormones estrogen and testosterone. But heredity conditions, diseases including certain endocrine disorders, tumors, and chronic diseases or certain drugs such as anti-depressants, blood-pressure medicines, marijuana, and steroids may also cause the condition.

Some men or boys have fat on their chests that makes it look as though they have breasts. This is not gynecomastia, but is called pseudogynecomastia and may go away with diet or exercise. Some men or boys will need treatment for this, as these fat pockets can be resistant to the effects of diet and exercise. In contrast, true gynecomastia will not usually improve with diet and exercise.

While not a serious medical problem, enlarged breasts can cause pain. They can also cause embarrassment — especially among young boys who may be teased as a result of their male breasts. It is especially common in teen boys. Up to 65 percent of 14-year-old boys have enlarged breasts, according to the American Academy of Family Physicians. This is largely due to the fluctuations in sex hormones that occur during puberty. The excess breast tissue disappears without treatment in two years in 75 percent of these boys, and within three years in 90 percent of them.

Repeated use of products containing lavender oil or tea tree oil may spur breast growth in prepubertal boys, according to a study in The New England Journal of Medicine. The effects fade when boys stop using the products.

More than half of male infants are born with enlarged breasts due to the effects of their mother's estrogen. This typically disappears within two to three weeks after birth.

In older men, gynecomastia often results from decreasing levels of the male sex hormone testosterone, which occurs with advancing age. In addition, men experience an increase in body fat with age and a resultant rise in the ratio of estrogen to the male sex hormones (androgens).

Gynecomastia Treatment

Surgery, liposuction or a combination of the two may be used to treat enlarged breasts. The reasons for surgery are two-fold in men: The first goal is to reconstruct the contour of the chest. The second goal is to determine if a suspicious lesion in the chest is cancerous. Enlargement typically occurs on both sides of the chest. If it is one-sided, firm and hard, see a doctor immediately to rule out male breast cancer.

The first step for treatment is a consultation with a fully-trained plastic surgeon. This evaluation will determine if you are a good candidate for male breast reduction.

You may be a candidate if you are healthy, are of relatively normal weight, have realistic expectations, are bothered by the feeling that your breasts are too large and (this is important) your breast development has stabilized. In general, the best candidates for surgery have firm, elastic skin that will reshape to the body's new contours.

Teens may benefit from surgery if their gynecomastia has been present for more than two years or if the problem is severe. In some teens, secondary procedures may be needed down the road if breast development continues.

Male breast reduction may be discouraged if you are obese, or if you are overweight and have not first attempted to lose the fat around the breast area with an exercise or weight loss program. If you use drugs that may cause the condition, you are not a good candidate. Your doctor would first advise you to stop using these drugs or to switch to other medications that do not cause it. Never stop taking a prescription medication without talking to your doctor first.

In addition to taking a thorough medical history, your surgeon will also assess whether you have any allergies or have had any prior surgeries in the chest region. He or she will also perform a physical exam to measure the extent of excess fat and glandular tissue in the chest area. Your surgeon will also likely conduct diagnostic testing to determine the underlying cause of your enlarged breasts. This will include tests of your endocrine function. The endocrine glands secrete the hormones that have been linked to enlarged breasts.

Your surgeon will likely take some "before" photos during this consultation process and will also discuss your expectations from the surgery.

Please visit us at www.bhpsg.com for further information and call us to set up a consultation today!

Body Contouring After Massive Weight loss

Massive Weight Loss: Now that you've accomplished your goal in losing the weight, are you left with excess skin?

Often times people who have lost massive amounts of weight feel as though they are wearing a deflated sumo suit. When the suit is inflated, like that of a fully inflated balloon, it's outer shell is extremely taut. Once the suit deflates, it then appears wrinkled. The same thing can happen to our skin.

When weight is gained, (or even from pregnancy) the skin expands and stretches. As it does, the skin and underlying collagen and strong supportive structures also thins and the elasticity is weakened. Often times patients who were once obese that lose weight are constantly (and to their dismay) reminded of the weight they used to carry because the loose skin still remains and is often furrowed with visible striae (stretch marks).





Unless you have extremely favorable genetics, it may be challenging to have your skin retract on its own. Though medicine and science are in a constant state of discovery, understanding and advancements, there is nothing out on the market yet to FULLY remove stretch marks or tighten skin completely. Though the technology of thermal energy lasers have come a long way and show some successful improvement of skin retraction and collagen stimulation, the method that exceeds all the rest is surgical excision and redraping.



Here is a list of the most popular, common, and in-demand skin tightening/body contouring procedures we offer and specialize in:

Abdominoplasty "Tummy Tuck"-Abdomen

Brachioplasty- Arms

Truncal Lift-central body (front and back)

Thigh Lift

Buttocks Lift

Breast Lift

Neck Lift

Depending on your situation and health insurance benefits, some insurance carriers may authorize for your surgical procedure if medically necessary.

If you have lost excessive weight and are looking for skin to match your new frame, please call us for a complimentary consultation with the Doctors. YOU DESERVE IT!

310.275.6600

For before and after photos : http://www.bhpsg.com/