- Medical Weight LossLoose skin can develop for several reasons, including aging and weight loss. Unfortunately, loose skin has always been difficult to treat without surgery, as aging or stretched skin often cannot contract (even if weight loss occurs).
- PregnancyAll women experience some degree of change in their body as a result of pregnancy and childbirth. Mothers are often left with deflated breasts, excess skin and fat on the abdomen, unsightly stretch marks, and stubborn fat that has collected in new places. The Mommy Makeover is a combination of cosmetic procedures that address all these concerns.
- Labor and DeliveryWomen who are seeking to reduce the effects of child birth (for example vaginal laxity), planning on having children and women who have already had children are perfect candidates for ThermiVa®. Furthermore, women who are seeking to reduce the effects of non-childbirth related aging are perfect candidates as well. Patients treated with ThermiVa® are to come in for treatments about once a month for 3 months. Each treatment takes less than 30 minutes. Upon completion of a total of 3 treatments, patients get to experience and enjoy optimal ThermiVa® results. Many patients report improvement on the first treatment.
- Diabetes Care
- EndocrinologyDr. Kinney helped develop and test the Attenuate program, a weight-loss treatment/program that uses a combination of natural and artificial ingredients to reduce cravings and trigger the body to burn fat. This program has helped many patients lose weight and gain healthier lifestyles both before and after plastic surgery. The Attenuate program from Metabolic Weight Management was masterminded by the world-renowned Dr. Peter Vash, Clinical Assistant Professor of Endocrinology at UCLA School of Medicine. He has testified before the US Congress on safety and weight loss, written a scholarly text, published in JAMA, and written lay books, “A Matter of Fat and Lose It and Keep It Off.” He is also the former Medical Director of the 35+-location Lindora Weight Loss Clinics, the largest medically supervised group in California. Dr. Kinney may suggest this program before your tummy tuck if you have a significant amount of excess weight. Tummy tuck surgery is most effective when patients are near the goal weight and at a healthy BMI. While this surgery removes skin and fat, it is not a weight-loss surgery nor a cure for obesity. Dr. Kinney may also recommend this program following tummy tuck surgery — or other cosmetic procedure — to help you maintain your hard-earned results.
- UltrasoundUltrasound-assisted liposuction involves heating and breaking down fat tissue to ease the extraction process. It works by having either the cannulas or a specialized tool emit a high-frequency sound, which heats the targeted fat cells. The liquified fat is then extracted via suction. This technique does not inject a solution into the fat deposits, which allows for a faster and easier recovery.
- General Surgery
- Hand Surgery
- Reconstructive Surgery
- BotoxDr. Brian Kinney is one of the few doctors in the world that practices ThermiRase® and has taught it to countless physicians at his clinic around the country in dozens of locations and around the world in dozens of countries. ThermiRase® is a micro-invasive radiofrequency procedure that delivers gentle heat under the skin to disable nerves, providing a long-term Botox®-like alternative or effect. Dr. Kinney maps out the nerves prior to the procedure using an external nerve stimulator. This enables him to locate the nerve being treated, as every patient’s nerve anatomy is different. After locating the nerve, he introduces micro-droplets of anesthetic and applies a tiny probe under the skin along the mapped nerve pathway and treats it with gentle radiofrequency heat at temperatures up to 85 Celsius. Patients get to see results immediately, during and after treatment.
- Brow LiftThe brow lift procedure focuses on improving the upper portion of the face. It is a permanent operation that can take years off your face. A brow lift can eliminate wrinkles on the forehead; it is a great way to open up the eyes by causing a drooping brow to lift. This will give a tired face a more refreshed look.
- Eyelid SurgeryTo find out if you are a good candidate for eyelid surgery, please schedule a consultation with Dr. Kinney here at our Century City office.
- LiposuctionPeople with unwanted fat deposits are potential candidates for liposuction. These deposits can be of nearly any size, but for safety reasons, liposuction cannot remove more than a total of five liters of fat from a patient at one time (under ideal circumstances). Prospective patients should be in good health, have maintained their ideal weight for three to six months, and have no underlying medical conditions that may impact the procedure or recovery.
- Breast AugmentationAny woman dissatisfied with the size, shape, symmetry, or projection of her breasts is a potential candidate for breast augmentation. Ideal candidates will be in good health and at or near their desired weight. Patients who expect to gain or lose large amounts of weight shortly (due to pregnancy, dietary changes, lifestyle changes, or other factors) should wait to undergo this procedure until their weight stabilizes.
- Breast ReductionA breast reduction is perfect for women who are uncomfortable with the size of their breasts or want to make asymmetrical breasts more evenly-sized. Moreover, women experiencing shoulder, breast, back and neck pain due to breast size can also benefit from a breast reduction. No matter what your personal reasons may be for getting a breast reduction, Dr. Kinney will walk you through the process by discussing your options and determining an appropriate size range that best suits you. Another common benefit is improved shape of the breast mound and lifting or positioning on the chest wall.
- Breast LiftBreast revision is a secondary breast procedure performed to adjust and enhance the results of a previous breast enhancement treatment. This may involve removing and/or replacing implants, performing a breast lift, or removing additional tissue or fat.
- RhinoplastyFacial implants can augment a weak chin or make cheekbones more prominent. Facial implants are a great addition to rhinoplasty procedures because they can help balance out facial features.
- Plastic SurgeryIf your appearance is looking for a little pick-me-up, but you are not ready for plastic surgery, a non-surgical injectable treatment may be ideal for you. Dr. Kinney offers a series of non-invasive injectables to address the most common aging concerns, such as wrinkles, lost volume, excess submental fat, and more. If you are looking for treatments that keep you looking young without breaking the bank or spending weeks recovering, injectable treatments may be right for you.
- Thigh LiftRenuvion® is commonly performed alongside liposuction and, together, can be an alternative to more invasive body contouring procedures such as tummy tuck, arm lift surgery, neck lift surgery, thigh lift surgery, or even in gynecomastia surgery. Not every patient will be a candidate for this; although, it may be possible if you have mild to moderate skin laxity.
- Face LiftA facelift procedure can help take years off your appearance. If you have very loose skin, sagging jowls, a tired, aging face, wrinkled neck, crow’s feet that bother you along with deep creases, you will benefit from the results a facelift has to offer. A facelift is commonly performed on men and women over the age of 40, but can be done sooner in some cases. Often, a mini facelift can be done. The way this procedure works is that underlying facial muscles and tissues are pulled into a tighter position in an effort to smoothen wrinkles and uplift sagging skin.
- Neck Lift
- BlepharoplastyEyelid surgery can brighten and refresh a tired appearance around the eyes. “Blepharoplasty,” or eyelid surgery, can be performed on the upper or lower lids. During upper eyelid surgery, Dr. Kinney can remove excess fat deposits and tighten the skin and muscles of the eye. This is beneficial for drooping upper eyelids and severe wrinkling. Under eye bags, loose skin and deep creases can be effectively treated with lower eyelid surgery. It is important to note that eyelid surgery will not treat dark under eye circles, fine wrinkles, and skin texture issues.
- AbdominoplastyFor you to be an ideal abdominoplasty candidate, you should be at a stable weight and in good general health. You also need to have realistic expectations of what this procedure can achieve. Last but not least, you need to be a non-smoker or be willing to quit before and after the surgery since smoking can negatively affect the surgery and recovery process.
- Nose SurgeryRhinoplasty, commonly referred to as “nose surgery” or a “nose job,” is a delicate procedure that requires not only medical skill, but also a keen sense of aesthetics. Dr. Kinney is a plastic surgeon that is not only board certified, but has years of experience in performing this procedure. Rhinoplasty can improve the nose in several ways including...
- Breast SurgeryWomen can become dissatisfied with their breast size and shape for many reasons. Whether they are hoping to increase their breast size, reduce their heavy breasts, lift sagging breasts, or adjust previous surgical results, breast surgery can help transform your bustline into the shape you desire.
- Scar RevisionDr. Kinney is adept in minimizing the appearance of scars, which is known as “scar revision.” The type of procedure can be approached using different techniques. A skin flap can be donated from another part of the body and placed over the scar. Another technique called Z-plasty removes some of the rough tissue and relieves tension on the scar. Lasers can also treat unsightly scarring by encouraging the body to make new tissue while breaking down the old scar tissue. A consultation with Dr. Kinney will determine the best course of scar revision treatment.
- Lip AugmentationLip augmentation can restore fullness by plumping up one’s natural size. Full, pouty lips have become more desirable in recent years. For this type of procedure, there are temporary as well as permanent techniques used for enhancement.
- Body ContouringUnfortunately, this is not always easy to accomplish, even with a healthy diet and exercise program. Body contouring procedures help reduce excess fat and skin while helping to expose the underlying muscle.
- Laser ResurfacingDr. Kinney can combine your eyelid surgery with other plastic surgery procedures like the brow lift or facelift. Eyelid surgery works very well with minimally-invasive treatments. For example, laser resurfacing or chemical peels work beautifully to further rejuvenate the eye area. These types of procedures can address fine lines and texture while eyelid surgery eradicates deeper issues pertaining to skin laxity, fatty deposits and deep wrinkles. Recovery from this operation will take seven to 10 days for most patients. Incisions can be hidden in the inner lash line for lower lid blepharoplasty and in the crease of the upper lid. The incisions for your eyelid surgery will be red and swollen following the procedure. Once this subsides you will see a dramatic difference around your eyes.
- GynecomastiaThe ideal male chest is characterized by a muscular, flat, and firm chest. Unfortunately, gynecomastia gets in the way of that goal for many men.
- Cosmetic SurgeryDr. Kinney has spent years participating in and leading FDA clinical trials in many areas of plastic and cosmetic surgery. He is currently three years into the clinical trial for the FDA approval of Motiva breast implants and is one of only a few dozen Motiva breast implant FDA investigators in the US.
- Facial ImplantsThese are just a few of the refinements that Dr. Kinney can perform during your rhinoplasty. His goal is to sculpt the nose to your desire, and create a shape that is in proportion to your facial features. Facial implants placed in the cheek and chin can also be helpful in creating better balance. To learn more about the rhinoplasty procedure, do not hesitate to schedule a private consultation with Dr. Kinney.
- Acne Treatment
- Chemical Peels
- Physical TherapyDr. Kinney recommends that all patients undergo physical therapy after tummy tuck surgery. He will provide you with more information about this during your consultation.
- AllergiesDue to the non-reactive nature of the materials, they do not require allergy testing before use. Dermal fillers generally provide soft, natural-looking results while restoring the face’s youthful contours.