We all want to look and feel our very best—it’s only natural. But when it comes to cosmetic problems like poor facial balance or signs of aging, there is very little you can do on your own to improve your appearance. That’s where the experts at Becker Plastics in Princeton, New Jersey can help.
Our team can design a custom treatment plan that will allow you to reach your cosmetic goals and feel more confident in your daily life. A healthy lifestyle can slow down aging, but it can’t hold off sagging skin and wrinkles forever. At a certain point, the skin begins to lose its elasticity and volume, causing problems like facial hollows, wrinkles and fine lines, jowls, and changes in facial expression.
If you look in the mirror and see yourself looking much older than you feel, it may be time to seek cosmetic procedures for rejuvenating and refreshing your appearance. At Becker Plastics, our surgeons are renowned members of the medical community and our surgeons have advanced training, extensive credentials, and a long track record of success for patients from all backgrounds. In Princeton, NJ, Dr. Nicole Schrader provides incredible facial plastic surgery results to help her patients’ natural beauty shine through.
Our Procedures
We offer a wide range of effective surgical and non-surgical treatments at Becker Plastics in Princeton. Every patient is unique and has different goals for his or her appearance. Our practitioners pay close attention to each patient’s concerns so they can recommend the best procedure or combination of procedures, based on their extensive knowledge and experience.
While you may not yet know which procedure is right for you, rest assured that we place safety and results above all else. If we offer treatment, we believe it to be generally safe and effective and will explain any and all associated risks with you before moving forward. Your peace of mind is important!
Injectable Treatments
Let’s face it, surgery isn’t enjoyable. Even a minor procedure may be stressful and could require at least some downtime. In the world of cosmetic medicine, non-surgical treatments are often a great alternative to surgery for people with busy lives, fear of surgery, or those on a budget.
Injectable treatments are extremely popular because they are very effective, convenient, and affordable. Most treatments take under 30 minutes and require little to no downtime.
Injectables like Botox and dermal fillers can be used to treat different types of wrinkles. Botox can improve “dynamic wrinkles” that form due to repetitive muscle movements over time. Fillers are better for “static wrinkles” caused by volume loss.
Dermal fillers are also extremely versatile. They can be used to augment the lips, restore volume in the face, and resolve indentations in the facial skin. When injected by a skilled plastic surgeon, fillers can be transformative.
It’s important to note that the results of cosmetic injectables are temporary. For ongoing results, patients must return to the office every so often for a touch-up treatment. Botox can last up to 4 months, while fillers can last anywhere from 4 months to 2 years, depending on the formula.
Facelifts & Mini Facelifts
During a facelift procedure, issues like sagging skin, wrinkles, and aging facial contours are addressed surgically. The skin and underlying facial tissues are lifted and tightened, creating a refreshed appearance. After healing from a facelift procedure, patients can expect to look years younger and for the natural aging process to slow down a bit.
When it comes to facial rejuvenation, facelifts are still the gold standard. Today’s facelifts are extremely effective, producing natural-looking results that can last for years. The traditional facelift is intended to rejuvenate the lower face, but there are many lifting techniques that can be used depending on the patient’s needs.
For those who are a bit younger and don’t need a full facelift, a mini facelift can be a good choice. This is a more focused, less intensive procedure that involves less downtime. If you choose to undergo a facelift procedure in Princeton, NJ, our facelift specialist, Dr. Schrader, will talk to you about your options, provide a recommendation and go over the procedure, risks, and recovery process.
Rhinoplasty
The nose is a defining facial feature and it affects the overall balance of the face. Problems like crookedness, a hump on the bridge, or poor definition of the nasal tip can make other facial features look out of proportion. Rhinoplasty is a popular surgical procedure that reshapes the nose for improved facial aesthetics and balance.
Rhinoplasty can address a wide range of cosmetic and functional issues, including breathing problems. People who were born with overly large noses or a nose with a nasal hump often feel extremely self-conscious and want a more refined look. Other patients have broken their noses in the past and might be dealing with crookedness or breathing issues.
Because there are so many reasons a person might seek rhinoplasty and because the nose plays such a critical role in both breathing and facial aesthetics, the procedure is highly customized and challenging to perform. Only an experienced surgeon with advanced skills is qualified to perform rhinoplasty.
The procedure cannot be performed until the nose stops growing, around the mid-to-late teens. Adults in good overall health who have realistic expectations are ideal candidates for this popular surgery.
Revision Rhinoplasty
Because rhinoplasty is complex and requires a great deal of precision to perform, a small percentage of surgeries don’t yield the desired results. Sometimes, poor techniques or a lack of experience on the surgeon’s part are to blame. In others, the nose simply doesn’t heal as expected.
It can be devastating to realize your expectations for surgery were not met. The good news is that you may be eligible for revision surgery to correct any issues remaining or caused by your original surgery. Depending on the circumstances, you may not want to go back to your original surgeon for the second procedure.
Revision rhinoplasty is extremely difficult to perform successfully. It requires incredible skill, finesse, and knowledge of nasal anatomy and healing processes. Our facial plastic surgeons at Becker Plastics are among the top rhinoplasty experts in the country and can help almost any patient who needs revision surgery.
Reconstructive Surgery
It’s bad enough to be severely injured. But when the scars of that experience are physical as well as emotional, it can be even harder to heal. Many people who have experienced accidents and other traumatic events can benefit from reconstructive surgery.
Reconstructive surgery is the delicate process of restoring damaged areas of the face or facial deformities to provide a more symmetrical appearance. People with large facial scars and birth defects often seek out reconstructive surgery for both functional and cosmetic reasons.
It’s common for people with scars or other abnormalities (such as facial birth defects) to feel self-conscious. Reconstructive surgery can help restore a person’s confidence by minimizing the issue that is affecting their self-esteem. It’s a completely custom procedure that requires the surgeon to take into account the patient’s anatomy and specific concerns when developing a surgical plan.
Reconstructive surgery is a very delicate process. It’s important for patients to have realistic expectations. Generally, the improvements are substantial after a reconstructive procedure, but the amount of improvement that can be expected varies from person to person.
Rejuvenating Plastic Surgery
There are many different procedures for rejuvenating the face and creating a more youthful appearance. One of the most popular procedures for people experiencing early signs of aging is blepharoplasty, an eyelid surgery performed to address sagging in the upper eyelids and/or bags that develop beneath the eyes.
At Becker Plastics, we also see many patients who are interested in procedures such as brow lifts, neck rejuvenation, and fat grafting, which can restore areas of lost volume for more youthful contours. Sometimes, Dr. Schrader may suggest a combination of procedures for patients coming into the Princeton office, depending on their needs.
Other Cosmetic Procedures
Becker Plastics offers procedures to suit a wide range of needs. Patients may opt for chin augmentation to balance out their other features or buccal fat removal to get rid of “chipmunk cheeks” and achieve a more sophisticated look. Others seek out ear surgery for protruding ears or facial liposuction for stubborn fat.
Regardless of your cosmetic concerns, Dr. Schrader can help you choose the right procedure for your needs. You may also want to consider non-invasive skin treatments to slow down aging and enjoy glowing, youthful skin for as long as possible.
Lifestyle & Points of Interest in Princeton, New Jersey
Princeton is located in central New Jersey and is best known for Princeton University, a distinguished Ivy League institution. Because of this, there are many students in the area, creating a youthful, but academically-minded community of innovators living alongside families.
Considered one of the best places to live in the United States, residents of Princeton and the surrounding areas enjoy easy access to a range of parks and historical sites. Aside from the attractions at Princeton University, such as the art museum, the municipality is home to historic mansions, Albert Einstein’s house, and several research institutions. Tourists arrive from all over to visit the university and historical sites, and Becker Plastics frequently welcomes out-of-town patients.
Plastic surgery can be beneficial for people of all ages. We welcome young rhinoplasty patients still in college, older people who are looking for dramatic facial rejuvenation, and everyone in between. In the Princeton community, procedures that provide natural-looking results and enhance a patient’s unique features are extremely popular.
About Becker Plastics in Princeton
When it comes to plastic surgery, it’s important to be extremely careful in selecting a surgeon. Training, experience, and skill matter when you’re making permanent changes to your face. Choosing a doctor with a stellar reputation, like the surgeons at Becker Plastics, can make all the difference.
Dr. Nicole Schrader is a double board-certified facial plastic and reconstructive surgeon also specializing in ear, nose, and throat (ENT) medicine. Her extensive training and experience, combined with her artistry and compassion make her an accomplished and sought-after choice in the Princeton area and beyond. She has performed thousands of facelifts and other facial surgeries, creating a long history of exceptionally happy patients.
A member of the American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Dr. Schrader keeps up with the latest developments in the field of cosmetic medicine while drawing on 20+ years of experience. This dedication to professional development allows her to assess new techniques and choose only the best innovations for her patients. Dr. Schrader is also a member of the American Academy of Otolaryngology and Head and Neck Surgery.
Getting to Becker Plastics
Location Details
256 Bunn Drive, Suite B
Princeton, NJ 08540
Phone: (609) 874-7199
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8 A.M. to 5 P. M.