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Asian Plastic Surgery Testimonials | Reviews for Dr. Philip Young & Aesthetic Facial Plastic Surgery

Tuesday, March 26th, 2013

Asian Plastic Surgery Testimonials | Reviews for Dr. Philip Young & Aesthetic Facial Plastic Surgery. Click here to read more: Bellevue Dr Philip Young Testimonials | Reviews Asian Plastic Surgery.

Asian Plastic | Cosmetic Surgery is the art of science of Plastic Surgery that concentrates on the Asian Population. Perhaps the areas most unique to this category of plastic surgery is the double eyelid surgery and asian rhinoplasty. The double eyelid surgery is unique in that it requires more complex approaches than traditional straight forward blepharoplasty | eyelift that is done for the aging eye. Essentially, the double eyelid surgery entails attaching the skin and the components of the skin, to the levator muscle or the muscle that elevated the eyelid. We have a nice diagram and discussion of this procedure here: Asian Double Eyelid Crease Formation Surgery.

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Just want to say thank you!

Tuesday, March 26th, 2013

Aesthetic Facial Plastic Surgery and Dr. Philip Young would like to say “Thank You for being one of our patients”. We’ve had some of the best patients a surgery office could ask for. We really look forward to each and everyone of you and your unique stories! Everyday is a chance for us to help someone new. We look forward to meeting you!

We appreciate all the nice comments, here’s a look at our testimonial page.

 

Sincerely,

Afps

Dr Philip Young Ratings | Reviews | Complaints | Testimonials Bellevue | Seattle

Monday, March 11th, 2013

Dr Philip Young Ratings | Reviews | Complaints | Testimonials Bellevue | Seattle: Here at Aesthetic Facial Plastic Surgery Dr. Philip Young, Dr. Eric Waterman and Our Plastic Surgery Team have a mission statement that we follow. Our Mission is to provide unwavering quality care to improve people’s lives through Facial Plastic Surgery and the YoungVitalizer. Our Plastic Surgery Team meets every week to figure out how we can improve to take care of you! We believe that we have the very best skills but we also believe that we always can get better and would like you to have a say in helping with that. You can reach us through these links to contact us and let us know how we are doing:

Dr. Philip Young’s Ratings Page

Dr. Philip Young’s Review Page

Dr. Philip Young’s Complaints Page

We would like to figure out how to help you additionally and how we can improve the way we do things.

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Dr. Young from Aesthetic Facial Plastic Surgery.

Mole Removal Recovery Diary by Dr. Young of Bellevue’s Aesthetic Facial Plastic Surgery

Sunday, August 19th, 2012

Mole Removal Recovery Diary by Dr. Young of Bellevue’s Aesthetic Facial Plastic Surgery:  Come visit our new page to see the recovery process after excisional mole removal here: Mole Removal Recovery Diary. On this page we will show you what the area and incision look like after the mole has been excised and surgically removed.  An emphasis on incision care is important for the proper healing of the incision. The better you take care of your incision, the less perceptible it will be in the long run. We have a  great wound care and incision care page to help you take care of yourself after Mole Removal through Excision.

This is Mole Removal Recovery Photo Healing Diary

 

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The YoungVitalizer’s positive effects on your skin by Dr. Young of Aesthetic Facial Plastic Surgery

Wednesday, July 11th, 2012

The YoungVitalizer’s positive effects on your skin by Dr. Young of Aesthetic Facial Plastic Surgery: The YoungVitalizer can have very positive effects on your skin by Dr. Young of Aesthetic Facial Plastic SurgeryHow does volumizing help your skin. It took me longer to realize the benefits of volumizing for the skin. But over the years, after showing patients pictures of before and afters, people noticed the improvement of the skin sometimes more than other effects from volumizing. How does it do that. This blog is dedicated to explaining how it works.

1st: The general distention and volumizing of the skin and face, makes the skin more taught. The effect is to have the skin flatter in most areas.

2nd: The stem cells that are brought in with the volumizing heals your skin as well

3rd: The increased distance that the facial muscles are placed away from the skin allows the skin to heal. You have skin cells that are constantly remodeling your skin. This increased separation allows your skin to decrease the skin wrinkles in your skin, etc.

youngvitalizer effect on skin rejuvenation

youngvitalizer effect on skin rejuvenation

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Questions from a Medical Student interested in Plastic Surgery by Dr. Young Bellevue:

Thursday, January 12th, 2012

Questions from a Medical Student interested in Plastic Surgery by Dr. Philip Young Bellevue: This is what someone wrote me with questions regarding becoming a doctor. We thought it would be interesting for some of our readers:

1. What made you choose this profession? I lost my mother to cancer which initiated my decision to become a doctor. It was too depressing to do cancer work for me so I decided to do something more light hearted with facial plastic surgery.

 

2.What is the best thing/experience of a doctor? Making people happy.

 

3. What is the worst? We always do the best we can. Medicine is a complicated profession. Although we use the best technology and latest and proven techniques, sometimes, although not common, people aren’t happy. You can’t make everyone happy as hard as you try. I’m not sure if any person, business, or corporation can make everyone happy.  You just have to keep trying your best, hope for the best and try to turn everything into a positive in some way.

 

4.How long does it take to become a basic doctor? 4 years undergrad, 4 years medical school, 5 years head and neck surgery residency, 1 year fellowship in facial plastics. At a minimum, you need around 11 years after high school. I took 16 years after high school to complete all my training.

 

5. Is physics needed in becoming a doctor? Yes, it is part of the biology degree I needed for premed.

 

6. What is the average percentage throughout grade 11 and 12 you need in high school to become a doctor? You probably need at least a 3.5 gpa to get into a college. But I wouldn’t give up if you don’t.  This will allow you to get into a college. Then in college, I would think you need at least a 3.5 to get into medical school.  But really it will make it easier if you have a gpa that is above a 3.6. I had a gpa of 3.61 in high school. And then in college I had a 3.72 but my premedical classes gpa was higher in college. But in medical school, I was one of the top 2 students for the first couple of years of medical school which earned me the Mcgraw Hill Award. I was also alpha omega alpha honor society in medical school which is awarded to the top 5–10% of the students in your class. In head and neck residency at USC, my yearly exams were always in the 90-95th percentile. During my fellowship board exam I scored the number one score in the country on the written exam.

 

7. What is the starting salary? Hard to say. Starting around 90,000 I would think for a primary care doctor. But it goes up later. Surgeons start around 150k at least.

 

8. Could ones salary raise depending on the number of patients? Of course. One’s salary is often times based on your production. This is what you will find in any sector.

 

9. How do i begin a career as a doctor as above. Do well in high school, then in college, then in medical school. I would consult with your school’s administration. I would research it on the internet as much as possible. I would call undergrad colleges, medical schools. There are resources out there for people like you.

 

10. What is the estimated tuition/ financial expense in becoming a doctor? Undergrad around 20-40 thousand. Medical School can be much more. My tuition in medical school was around 40k for each year for everything. You get paid in residency a small amount like 24k a year.

 

 

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Choosing a Plastic Surgeon is the most important step by Dr. Philip Young of Aesthetic Facial Plastic Surgery:

Friday, December 16th, 2011

Choosing a Plastic Surgeon is the most important step by Dr. Philip Young of Aesthetic Facial Plastic Surgery: There is no denying the fact that there are hundreds of Plastic Surgeons to choose from when you are beginning to think of any kind of enhancement surgery. We always tell patients to pick the best surgeon for you and your individual needs. It is very important to meet with these doctors face-to-face and understand their abilities to help you achieve your desired look.

We often have patients asking about Dr. Young’s background and experience. Here are some Q&A’s that we have compiled to allow our new patients to learn more about Dr. Young as a surgeon, as a person and his office and team.

Dr Young Facial Plastic Surgery1. He has extensive experience – As a leading Bellevue / Seattle facial rejuvenation expert, Dr. Young has performed more than 1200 facelifts, including liposuction, neck and eye lifts. He has performed more facelifts than over 99% of surgeons in the northwest.

2. Academic Excellence – Dr. Young strives to continually learn the latest techniques and gain the most up-to-date knowledge. His thirst for knowledge was demonstrated on the written exam administered by the American Board of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery , which he scored the number one score in the nation compared with his colleagues who specialize in plastic surgery of the face and neck.

3. State-of-the art facility – Dr. Young uses the most advanced lasers and techniques available and continually updates his office and procedural rooms to better treat his patients. Dr. Young’s CO2 laser and Intense Pulse Light equipment are the industry’s gold standard. He continually researches the literature to find the most current and best practices for the particular conditions that he is treating. We are also AAAHC certified which signifies that we have satisfied some of the most rigorous standards for an office with a surgical facility. See our AAAHC Plastic Surgery Page and our certification letter.

4. He has been internationally acclaimed for his understanding of facial beauty – Understanding what makes a face beautiful is essential in developing the goals that plastic surgeons strive for when they help their clients. Dr. Young noticed that many results that were seen in Hollywood stars were less than optimal. He thought that if the best were achieving these results something needed improvement. He spent several years studying the reasons for this which ultimately culminated in a groundbreaking theory on facial beauty called the Circles of Prominence. This internationally acclaimed theory received the Sir Harold Delf Gillies award for his ground-breaking theory on beauty awarded by his peers from the American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery

5. He is triple-board certified – Board certification is a rigorous process that physicians undergo to ensure that they meet the qualifications and standards of competency that will allow them to safely and successfully practice the area of medicine in which they are specializing. Dr. Young is triple board certified by three separate institutions: the American Board of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, the American Board of Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery, and the American Board of Laser Surgery.

6. Dr. Young is born and raised in Washington – Dr. Young has an affinity for treating and helping Washingtonians because he was born and raised in Federal Way, Washington. He also graduated from University of Washington. He has always wanted to return to Washington, which he thinks is the best place on earth to live and work.

7. He believes in “Anything and Everything” for his patients – Dr. Young believes that beyond all of his training and accolades, his clients and patients are what matter the most. At the end of the day, he wants to know that he has done something good in the world and that he has made someone happy. He strives for the best customer experience and believes in the adage of “Anything and Everything” for his patients.

8. He has an excellent, caring team – Dr. Young demands the very best in his staff to help care for his patients. His staff includes a registered nurse who has extensive experience in cardiac (heart) care and is Advanced Cardiac Life Support certified. He has staff that are extensively trained in AAAHC certification and medical office management as well as a person who has a law degree. Most importantly, each and every one of his staff have the utmost concern to take care of the people that come to us and he has chosen carefully those people that have that commitment.

Dr. Philip Young Award for Facial Beauty Theory Sir Harold Delf Gillies Award9. Dr. Young is Fellowship Trained – In addition to training, during his residency, at the University of Southern California, Dr. Young went on to do an extra year of training under world renowned Dr. Frederick Stucker at Louisiana State University in Shreveport, Louisiana. Dr. Stucker is one of the Grandmasters in Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery and is one of the founders of the Face to Face humanitarian program. Dr. Young travels around the world donating his time, expertise, and care towards this cause and has been to Vietnam and China.

10. Dr. Young devotes his time to Humanitarian efforts both locally and internationally – Dr. Young donates his time locally and around the world to help victims of trauma / domestic violence and those who have been born with congenital anomalies such as cleft lip and palate. He has recently been featured in several local newspapers (Bellevue Reporter, Northwest Asian Weekly, UW Daily) for his humanitarian work on a local domestic violence victim. Check out those stories on our website.

 

Healing your body and mind by Dr. Young of Aesthetic Facial Plastic Surgery

Friday, December 9th, 2011

Healing your body and mind by Dr. Philip Young of Aesthetic Facial Plastic Surgery: Once you have the procedure you waited a long time for, it is time to be patient and wait, again, for your body to heal.  Unfortunately, a surgeon’s scalpel is not a magic wand and healing will occur at different rates for different people.  You must allow yourself to heal and be aware it is natural to be impatient for the results and a little anxious because you often look worse before you look better.  Being aware this can happen will help you understand these normal feelings.

Sharing your experience with friends and family can help give you a support system during your recovery, but realize they may unintentionally make you question your decision with concerns during your recovery.  While you may think that you are looking pretty rough around the edges, we may tell you that you are healing beautifully.  Trust us.  We will share with you if there is a concern, so if we tell you that everything is healing normally, it is.

Your healing will depend on many things such as your general health, your willingness to follow instructions, and your mental attitude toward recovery.  While I can perform the surgery, I cannot “heal” you.  It is up to you to be an active participant in your recovery process to help your body heal the best that it can.  Following all of our instruction is very important, as is working with us to address any complications that may arise.  Even surgeries that are done exactly right can have complications during recovery.  It has to do with the human factor.  We are not machines and every person can react differently and heal differently even when the surgery is done exactly the same.  Every surgeon has unexpected results from time to time.

It is important you approach your surgery and especially your recovery with the mindset that we are a team, and you are an integral part of that team.  We must trust each other to be working for a common goal, your successful result.  As the surgeon, I enjoy my work and strive to achieve an ideal result during every surgery for every patient.  I have rigorous standards that my staff must meet in order to be involved in your care.  I am looking forward to working with you to achieve a great result and do not anticipate any post-operative problems.  I will do everything I can to make sure that you are happy with your result.

Dr. Philip Young, MD

 

Feeling good on the outside by www.drphilipyoung.com

Wednesday, November 30th, 2011

flowers for plastic surgeryFeeling good on the outside by www.drphilipyoung.com: We all try to live a healthy life. Whether that be through our food and exercise, we also need to take care of our skin and face. There are many damaging obstacles that our face comes in contact with. Sunlight, pollution and our own natural aging process.

Thanks to advances in technology and medical treatments, repairing damaged skin and reversing the noticeable signs of aging has become easier, faster and less painful – and can often be done without surgery. Quite literally, it’s possible to have a treatment today and be back at work tomorrow.

Many aesthetic treatments have proven highly effective in repairing and rejuvenating the skin, including:

  • Botox injections ease wrinkles in the upper third of the face. Effects typically last for 3 to 6 months.
  • Chemical peel removes fine lines and smoothes the skin, especially around the eyes and mouth.
  • New filler injections are used for lip augmentation and to treat wrinkles and skin folds. Effects typically last up to a year.
  • Laser resurfacing treats sun-damaged skin, scarring, and other facial skin problems. It also works well on stretch marks, especially when treated early.
  • Microdermabrasion erases ultra-fine lines, rejuvenates the complexion, and helps restore healthy skin tone and color.

It is also very important to be on some kind of skin care regimen, including sunscreen of 30SPF. Making a few changes to your daily routine can pay off in healthier, more youthful looking skin. Daily doses of vitamin E (200-400 IU) and vitamin C (500-1000 mg) as both have been shown to stimulate collagen production. Adults aged 40 and above should add a daily calcium supplement of 600-1000 mg. Multi-vitamins containing Evening Primrose oil and green tea extract can also benefit the skin.

Many skin care products now contain vitamins and antioxidants. Products with vitamin C can help against fine lines and wrinkles, stabilize collagen and help sunburned skin. Vitamin C also works to lighten darker skin pigment by decreasing melanin. Vitamin A can also help fight wrinkles and brown spots, a common problem after pregnancy for Asian women.

Before choosing your skin care products, it’s important to know your skin type. Those with dry skin should add moisturizer every day, while oily skin needs regular cleansing, with moisturizer applied only sparingly. Those with sensitive skin should avoid perfumed products and herbal extracts, as these can irritate the skin. If you’re unsure about your skintype, feel free to schedule a complimentary consultation with our Aesthetician Tanya.

Can a temporal lift work just as well as a brow lift to lift the lateral part of the eye?

Thursday, June 9th, 2011

Can a temporal lift work just as well as a brow lift to lift the lateral part of the eye? by Dr. Philip Young: Temporal | Forehead lifts work well laterally. It is dependent on who is doing the procedure and how it is done. You have to make sure that the structures that are holding the eyebrow down are release to allow the eyebrow to come up and then fixing it up there is important. The more that your surgeon knows the better. Pictures would be better for me to find out what you are talking about. Fat injections are another way of doing this in a minimally invasive way.

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Dr Young specializes in Facial Cosmetic and Reconstructive Surgery and is located in Bellevue near Seattle, Washington

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