Sunscreen is one of the best ways to fight the signs of aging. Thanks to The Scout Guide Charleston for asking us to help write a feature article this month on the benefits of sunscreen. We answer the most common questions you have about the differences between UVA and UVB as…
One of Dr. Rodwell’s favorite uses for fillers is to revolumize the cheek area. The reason for this is that you can get such a natural and youthful appearance that, if done properly, provides an instant improvement to turn back the clock. When treating the upper cheek area you’re putting…
“Don’t make me look weird.” That is such a common concern for patients because bad results with fillers are unfortunately seen all too often. When used correctly, fillers are a fantastic tool to address the signs of aging. Do: understand the aging process and how fillers can play a role…
What is the best laser for skin resurfacing? The carbon dioxide laser (also knows as CO2) is the gold standard for laser resurfacing. It is the most effective laser for skin tightening, collagen stimulation, improving fine wrinkles, and helping to reverse the signs of aging and years of sun…
Each year, The Scout Guide Charleston hand picks some of the city’s best businesses, artists, and designers to celebrate the unique, talented entrepreneurs who infuse our towns with their originality, creativity, and passion. We were honored to be asked to be a part of the 100th volume of The Scout Guide….
Dr. David Rodwell was recently featured in an article for Women’s Health Magazine and on MSN.com providing expert advice on the growing popularity of using fillers for non-surgical rhinoplasty. Learn more about Dr. Rodwell’s approach to non surgical nose job procedures using fillers. This technique is being requested more often by…
Dysport® is very similar to Botox®. The active ingredient is just a slightly different version of the same molecule. It works as a muscle relaxer to temporarily reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. Dysport has been used in the US since it received FDA approval in 2009. It…
Dr. David Rodwell was invited to share his expertise and offer some winter skin care tips to readers of The Scout Guide. January and February are the perfect time of year to get a head start on improving your skin. To learn more and read the full article visit the…
Restylane Silk: A New Option for Natural Lips Restylane Silk is one of the newest fillers that will be available in the US in select doctors’ offices VERY soon. Expect to see it released in early 2015. UPDATE: We now have Restylane Silk available for you in our office….
Well, it’s really more like a gel instead of a cream, but you get the point. Keep your eyes peeled for a new product that will be coming to the market soon. Some have been calling it Botox cream, but RT001 is a topical formulation of botulinum toxin type A. …
Originally posted Nov. 2014 Gobble, gobble. It’s that time of year, so we thought we would answer one of the most common questions about a problem that everybody hates — the dreaded turkey neck. We’ll tell you how to decide which treatment is right for you, but first you need…
Imagine being able to have a facelift without those pesky little rubber drains sticking out of your neck. That’s right. What many people don’t realize when they first consider having a facelift is that most surgeons place surgical drains under the skin that stay in place for a day or…
Are you as confused as we are by all of the names for facelift procedures? Mini facelift? S-lift? MACS lift? Lower facelift? Full facelift? Lunchtime lift? Not to mention all of the quirky branded names for facelifts like Lifestyle Lift, Quick Lift, NewLift, Nefertiti Lift, . . . . Here’s…
Dr. Rodwell is very excited to announce the launch of his new website for Charleston Facial Plastic Surgery. We hope that we can become a valuable resource for all of your plastic surgery needs and questions. Please have a look around and don’t hesitate to contact us! Here are a few of our…