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Making the Right Choice

Dr. Jason R. Hess

By: Amy-Marie Cook
Photos courtesy of Dr J. Hess

Every day thousands of women look at themselves in the mirror mouth may be treated simply with fillers. Furrows on the brow may
and wonder where all the years have gone. For some, the aging respond to Botox. A sagging neck may require a neck lift alone.
process has been kind and gentle. Others wear the years quite vis- When tissue of both the face and neck demonstrate laxity and
ibly. They are convinced by the empty promises of over the counter sagging, however, a facelift may be the best option. In particu-
products, quick fixes, and “lunchtime lifts.” lar, facelift surgery is effective in restoring mid-face volume and
minimizing unsightly jowling as well as the dreaded “turkey neck”
However, many realize that there is no miracle potion. When all appearance that comes with age.
else fails, some consider plastic surgery. This option is an excit-
ing one, but women often spend far more time deciding to do the About her surgical experience, Mrs. Meyers concluded, “Dr. Hess's
surgery, and very little time choosing their surgeon. This lack of work is more natural looking. He took a lot of time with me before
research can often be seen on the faces of our favorite former and after the surgery. The care I got from Dr. Hess and his staff
celebrities. was first class.”
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Finding a qualified plastic surgeon with the proper credentials is Dr. Hess’ office is located at 4060 Fourth Ave., Suite 120. San
critical. Dr. Jason R. Hess specializes in aesthetic and reconstruc- Diego, California. He can be reached at (619) 357-4552
tive plastic surgery in San Diego. He is Board Certified by the
American Board of Plastic Surgery, the only board for certifying
plastic surgeons. Dr. Hess specializes in the most difficult of plastic
surgical procedures including facelift, tummy tuck and Rhinoplasty.
His patients and peers respect him for his meticulous attention to
detail and his compassionate approach to patient care.

“It is clear he cares about his patients and strives for excellence
in his profession. It's a pity more doctors do not demonstrate Dr.
Hess' humanity and kindness. Having plastic surgery has had a
powerful effect on the way I view myself, not just physically but
emotionally too,” remarked Vanessa Feistel Meyers, a plastic
surgery patient.

His patient explains that she chose Dr. Hess because her friend
had excellent results from her surgery. “ I don't think most people
realize what an effect a positive plastic surgery experience has
on a person; the results are not only incredible, they’re life alter-
ing. Words cannot express the gratitude I have for Dr. Hess,” the
woman added.

According to Dr. Hess, “Our face is our most unique and powerful
means of communicating with one another. We share our emo-
tions and feelings quite visibly. An aged and fatigued appearance
can affect our relationships as well as our perceptions of ourselves.

He explained that not all facial aging is treated with facelift surgery.
Plastic surgery results are the most ideal when approached on a
least invasive to most invasive basis. That is, wrinkles around the