Computer Imaging and Hollywood

There is something magical about computer imaging.  The uniqueness is that the prospective patient can see their predicted result on a computer screen and immediately understand “what it is all about.”

The discussion of cosmetic procedures is often very abstract without some visuals.  The most powerful graphic they can have would be a computerized prediction of the outcome of whatever procedure they are considering, whether it is rhinoplasty, blepharoplasty, face and neck lift, chemical skin peel or neck sculpturing with or without chin augmentation. 

Previously all we had available to demonstrate to patients would be a magic marker to “erase” the bump on the nose.  We have used computer imaging in our practice since 1989.  Today’s technology, of course, is far advanced over those rudimentary computer systems we had and patients very much appreciate the chance to have that as an important part of their consultation.

In Hollywood, the home of the stars, we sometimes kid our patients who come from out of state to see us that “Welcome to Hollywood, now we will show your transformation to a Hollywood star!”