Changes in the tone, texture and integrity of our skin usually occur naturally as we age. When it comes to forehead wrinkles, our own facial expressions can play a significant role.  “Dynamic wrinkles” result when expressive emotions animate the muscles of the forehead over time. Stress and an unhealthy lifestyle also create noticeable lines across […]

Neck lift targets excess fat, loose skin, vertical “turkey bands,” and wrinkles on the neck, in the area below the jawline. It is often performed in conjunction with facelift or mini lift, ensuring that the skin and muscle tone of the neck match the newly revitalized facial appearance. Below, experienced Boston plastic surgeon Dr. Min […]

Subtlety is the key to successful rhinoplasty surgery. Dramatic changes can take your appearance to extremes, and the result can be a nose that seems less natural or even believable, and less at home among your facial features. The subtle approach extends to a patient’s choice of procedures, as well. Sometimes surgery is not the […]

The term “mini facelift” suggests that the procedure is dramatically different and much less expensive than a full facelift. This is typically not true. Although a common characteristic of the surgery is smaller incisions and often quicker recovery times, the definition of mini facelift is not set in stone, and the procedure may be performed […]

Writing about another time of great adversity, the French Revolution, Charles Dickens concluded, “It was the best of times, it was the worst of times …” The same could be said of 2020, a season of lockdowns, quarantine, delayed plans and forgotten dreams. Yet, among all the very real privations, there are surprising opportunities to […]

It’s comforting to know that in terms of medical care, Boston is considered to be the worldwide mecca. In the January/February edition of Boston Magazine, 1665 physicians practicing in the area are recognized as TOP DOCTORS. These highly qualified health care providers arise from 66 different specialties. To be featured amongst such peers is tremendously […]

We are often asked by first time Botox users “how often should I get Botox?”  Botox is in fact just one of three neurotoxin options for treating wrinkles between the eyebrows (frown lines), forehead lines and crow’s feet. In addition to Botox, Dysport and Jeuveau are popular options. All of these products work by relaxing the muscles […]

Do you find that your stomach looks flabby, despite hitting the gym regularly, perfecting your plank pose and cleaning up your diet? If the thought of undergoing abdominoplasty (tummy tuck) to slim down your belly gives you pause, Dr. Min S. Ahn of The Aesthetic Wellness Center has some good news. With today’s non-surgical body […]

As a preeminent face lift surgeon, Dr. Ahn is often asked about the cost of a face lift or mini lift. To get to the answer, we need to delve a little deeper into what areas/problems are of concern. We can provide a range of costs over the phone or by email but the specific amount won’t be […]

During rhinoplasty consultations, Dr. Ahn is often asked, “exactly what are you going to do to make my nose look the way I want it to look?” He answers that most experienced rhinoplasty surgeons have a “toolbox” of maneuvers. Depending on what is needed for that particular nose, he will choose from a handful of […]