Retinol

What is Retinol?

Retinol is a very interesting chemical. It has a chemical structure very close to vitamin A. It's kissing cousin is Retin A. Just like you can buy stripper at the hardware store to remove the finish on your dining room table, Retinol and Retin A do the same thing. They remove the old layer of skin on top. This does some very interesting things. It causes the skin cells to grow new skin AND INCREASES THE AMOUNT OF COLLAGEN! When they do these things, these chemicals improve the texture of skin. It's removing the old layers of wax on that old dinging table. Your skin is left smoother and more supple! Who doesn't like the sound of that?!

At Athrè Facial Plastics, our focus is not only on plastic surgery but we also care about your skin and after care from your cosmetic needs

Call our office to learn more information about our skin care!

281.557.3223

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If you're looking for a cosmetic surgeon, Houston has one of the best in the nation- Dr. Raghu Athré. He is one of the few cosmetic surgeons in Houston who has completed specialty fellowship training in facial plastic and reconstructive surgery and is a board-certified Head and Neck Surgeon. Dr. Athré believes that all plastic surgery procedures must be performed with the same high level of competency and his specialized training has prepared him to perform such unique intricate surgeries with a high attention to detail. One of the surgeries that Dr. Athré specializes as a cosmetic surgeon in Houston is cosmetic eyelid surgery.

Cosmetic eyelid surgery is can be performed for many reasons. Some seek cosmetic eyelid surgery in order to obtain a clearer field of vision as their eyelids begin to droop with age. This is called an upper blepharoplasty, or eyelid lift, and is done by removing excess skin and fat to return the eyelids back to a youthful, natural look. Normally this type of cosmetic eyelid surgery takes about an hour and is done under local anesthesia. After the procedure, most patients return to normal activity in about a week.

On the other hand, some patients undergo cosmetic eyelid surgery in order to alleviate the bags that have formed under their eyes. This is called a lower blepharopasty. As well as removing excess skin and fat, wrinkles and sagging or loose tissue can be minimized. Dr. Athré is well versed in both the transconjunctival (through the inner surface of the lower lid) and subciliary (external approach right under the lashes) approaches for this type of cosmetic eyelid surgery.

Have your begun to droop, obstructing your field of vision? Perhaps you want to eliminate some of the wrinkles around your eyes. Either way, Dr. Athré is the best cosmetic surgeon Houston has to offer for your transformation.

Houston Plastic Surgery

 In Houston, plastic surgery is one of many options for redefining your look. Dr. Athré is an expert on many cosmetic procedures, including Face Lifts, Mini Face Lifts, Rhinoplasty and Blepharoplasty (cosmetic eyelid surgery). But if you are looking for a minimally-invasive, quick way to freshen up your look to a more youthful appearance, you may want to consider Houston BOTOX.

If you live here, or even if you can only travel in for a day to Houston, BOTOX Cosmetic procedures are a top choice for wrinkle treatment for the upper portion of the face. In just minutes, BOTOX can smooth your skin and make you feel younger. The best part is, you can be on your way back to work or school that very same day, feeling renewed and rejuvenated.

Alternatively, if your wrinkles are caused by repeated facial muscle contractions, Dr. Athré may recommend DYSPORT, rather than a Houston BOTOX treatment. DYSPORT also treats “dynamic” wrinkles caused by repetitive facial movement and can also be completed in minutes.

At our facilities in both Clearlake and in Houston BOTOX and DYSPORT treatments are performed quite frequently. They are synthetic injectable wrinkle treatments that cosmetic surgeon Dr. Athré injects directly into the skin. In doing so, the muscles are temporarily relaxed and skin around the eyebrows, forehead, and eyes appears fresher and younger.

If you are interested in eliminating wrinkles in just a few minutes, schedule a free consultation with Houston’s plastic surgery expert Dr. Athré to discuss whether a Houston BOTOX or DYSPORT treatment is right for you. Imagine, getting younger on your lunch break! Request your appointment online or call 281-557-3223 today to make it happen for you.

Cosmetic Eyelid Surgery

You may already be familiar with the Houston plastic surgery team over at Athré Facial Plastics, and you may have already heard about what a great job Dr. Athré does with his Houston botox clients, but maybe you’re not interested in botox. Maybe you’ve been noticing that your eyes haven’t been quite the same lately. It could be that your medical doctor has recommended cosmetic eyelid surgery to improve your eyesight, or it could be that you just wished you looked more awake.


If you’re curious about cosmetic eyelid surgery, but you’re not sure what’s involved, read on! We’ve provided a fun, fast explanation of what you can expect from your surgery and what you’ll have to look forward to after working with the most comprehensive cosmetic surgeon Houston has to offer.

Eyelid surgery can help you get rid of the excess skin that collects on your eyelids as you age and help you see better. Also known as the “eye lift” or as “blepharoplasty,” cosmetic eyelid surgery, in conjunction with other procedures like a brow lift and laser resurfacing, will help you reduce wrinkles so you can look and feel well-rested and ready for anything that comes your way.

Eyelid surgery lasts a long time. If you come in for a procedure on your upper eyelids, you won’t need to return for another 5 to 7 years, and typically lower eyelid surgery does not require further visits. Healing time usually takes only about two weeks! All you’ll need are some relaxing pillows, a soothing ice pack, and some Advil or Tylenol. As you consider cosmetic eyelid surgery, we hope you’ll feel right about it knowing that the cosmetic surgeon Houston loves—Dr. Athré—is right by your side.

Rhinoplasty: Impacting Facial Harmony and Proportion

If you are looking for Houston rhinoplasty providers, look no further than our very own, Dr. Raghu Athré, one of the few cosmetic surgeons in Houston who has completed specialty fellowship training in both facial plastic and reconstructive surgery, and is also a board-certified Head/Neck surgeon. His specialized training has prepared him to perform delicate procedures, like rhinoplasty, that require high attention to detail and a delicate balance of aesthetics and functionality.

Rhinoplasty, the formal term for surgery that reshapes the nose, is commonly referred to as a nose job. While there are many Houston nose job options out there, Dr. Athré’s procedure guarantees that the harmony and proportion of the face will be optimized. People flock to Athré Facial Plastics from nearby cities because of Dr. Athré’s comfortable outpatient facility and cutting-edge computer imaging options. Houston rhinoplasty hopefuls are given a very clear idea of what to expect through this advanced technology, which he uses for most of his facial surgery cases.

One thing that sets Dr. Athré apart from other facial plastic surgeons in Houston is that he performs all of his own computer imagining and never outsources. This is very important because, being the primary surgeon; he is really the only one who can expertly and accurately evaluate his patients to determine what is realistic, helpful, and necessary when it comes to rhinoplasty.

While the term, nose job, often brings with it a negative connotation, many people seek this procedure because they suffer from very serious health problems, such as nasal obstruction, a deviated septum or enlarged turbinates. Others choose a Houston rhinoplasty for purely cosmetic reasons. Either way, Dr. Athré is more than happy to address any client need. No matter the reason, each client goes through a comprehensive exam in order to determine personal aesthetic and health concerns. If you experience any of the following, you may just be a candidate for Houston rhinoplasty with Dr. Raghu Athré.

- Facial asymmetry
- Nasal blockage and/or difficulty breathing
- Traumatic accidents that affect the nose
- Nasal bone fractures or displacement
- Traumatic deformities that impact the nasal passages
- Skin cancer affecting the nose

If you have more questions or concerns regarding Dr. Athré’s rhinoplasty procedure, don’t hesitate to call the office (281.557.3223) or request a complimentary consultation online to meet and speak with Dr. Athré one-on-one: http://www.athrefacialplastics.com/complimentary-consultation/.

The Cosmetic Surgeon Houston Can Feel Good About!

A more youthful and energetic appearance can do wonders for your social and professional life. Sometimes, the most effective way to achieve that is to take the plunge into the world of Houston plastic surgery. Here, at Athré Facial Plastics, we understand that finding a great plastic surgeon you can trust can be very difficult. We also realize that the mere process of looking can be a challenge for individuals who feel embarrassed about entering “Houston nose job recommendations” into a search engine. Many people just don’t know if they are the right candidate for a procedure as intricate as cosmetic eyelid surgery. It is our intention to assuage such fears with the weekly content of this blog, by providing the Houston community with helpful tools, tips, and detailed information about the procedures Dr. Athré offers.

Among the most popular procedures the Houston plastic surgery scene has come to expect from Dr. Athré are: rhinoplasty, the tummy-tuck, breast augmentation, and hair transplants. While there are many Houston botox providers to choose from, Dr. Athré has the most competitively priced specials in town, and his injections are performed in his comfortable, out-patient facility that makes his clients feel pampered and relaxed.

Some may assume that the cosmetic surgeon Houston has come to love, Dr. Athré, only performs surgeries for purely aesthetic reasons. They could not be further from the truth. Plastic surgery, more often than not, is used to improve the lives of clients by restoring physical harmony and proportion, and returning the body or face to its original state before a serious accident or other physical trauma took its toll. Clients are relieved when they look in the mirror to see a face they recognize. In some cases, it may even help them move beyond any emotional or psychological trauma they have experienced. Houston rhinoplasty providers—believe it or not—are often faced with such challenging cases that involve severe damage to the structure of the nose and nasal passages as a result of an accident. If, however, your desire for rhinoplasty is not just purely for function or corrective reasons, Dr. Athré is more than happy to be of service.