Who performs the non-surgical treatments?

At our practice, Dr. Thomas Kaniff personally performs all injectable treatments, including Botox and dermal fillers, ensuring the highest level of anatomical expertise and safety.

What is the downtime for dermal fillers?

Downtime is minimal. Most patients experience slight redness or swelling at the injection site for 24-48 hours, but can return to normal activities immediately.

How long do Botox results last?

Botox results typically last between three to four months, depending on the area treated and the patient's individual metabolism.

Non-Surgical
Facial Rejuvenation

Facial Cosmetic Surgery Associates offers a variety of non-surgical cosmetic options to treat wrinkles, volume loss, sun-damaged skin, and elasticity loss. In an industry of ever-changing products, we choose only those which offer a safe and superior benefit for our patients.

The Physician Difference: Why Trust Dr. Kaniff?

In the Sacramento area, patients have many choices for their aesthetic care. While there are many talented nurse injectors in the region with whom Dr. Kaniff maintains a positive professional relationship, he has chosen a unique model for his practice.

At Facial Cosmetic Surgery Associates, Dr. Thomas Kaniff personally performs all non-surgical treatments. Patients trust Dr. Kaniff because he personally consults and performs every service, ensuring results are guided by his extensive experience and profound knowledge of facial anatomy.

Expert-Led Facial Care

We prioritize your safety and results by exceeding industry standards:

Experience: Over 25 years specializing exclusively in the face and neck.
Expertise: Double Board-Certified by the American Board of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery.
Trust: A surgeon-led approach ensures your treatment plan is optimized for your unique facial structure.

Non-Surgical Treatments At a Glance

Concern	Recommended Treatments	Key Benefit
Dynamic Wrinkles	Botox® & Dysport®	Smooths “11s,” forehead lines, and crow’s feet.
Volume Loss	Dermal Fillers	Restores cheeks, lips, chin, and temples.
Skin Quality	Microneedling RF	Improves texture, tone, and fine lines.
Sun Damage	IPL Photofacial	Erases brown spots and redness.

Non-Surgical Treatment Options by Concern

Eye and Brow

Botox and Dysport: Subtly lift the brow and refresh the eye area by relaxing wrinkle-causing muscles.
Dermal Fillers: Enhance volume in the tear troughs or act as a non-surgical cheek lift by restoring facial contours.
IPL & Lasers: Improve overall tone and texture for a vibrant, youthful appearance.

Cheeks and Midface

Volume Replacement: Restore lost structure with Dermal Fillers or biostimulatory injections.
Skin Quality: Improve quality with Microneedling RF with exosomes, Sculptra, or a “lunchtime” laser peel.

Lips and Smile

Volume & Definition: We focus on a natural result using fillers designed specifically for this sensitive area. Dr. Kaniff performs a specialized dental block for maximum comfort and uses specialized injecting cannulas to reduce bruising.
Smoker’s Lines: Fine lines around the mouth can be softened with precision fillers.
Lip Flip: A subtle upper lip enhancement performed using a small amount of Botox.

Neck and Hands

Neck Rejuvenation: Improve skin quality with RF microneedling or soften platysma banding with Botox.

Hand Rejuvenation: Diminish prominent veins and restore volume using fillers, paired with IPL to erase sun spots.

Beyond Non-Surgical: Alternatives for Superior Results

Sometimes, more invasive treatments are recommended by Dr. Kaniff to provide a more natural, longer-lasting result.

Fat Transfer: Using your own fat to restore volume, often processed into micro-fat or nano-fat. The results of fat transfer can be improved even more with laser resurfacing done at the same time.
Surgical Lifting: A Mini Facelift or Deep Plane Facelift can reposition cheek tissues and skin.
Lip Lift: Shortens an elongated upper lip through a discreet incision under the nose, restoring a more balanced appearance.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does a nurse or a doctor perform the injections?

While many clinics utilize excellent nurse injectors, at our practice, all Botox and filler treatments are personally performed by Dr. Thomas Kaniff, a double board-certified facial plastic surgeon.

What are exosomes?

Exosomes are powerful signaling molecules—extracellular vesicles—that act as “messengers” between cells. When used with Microneedling RF, they deliver growth factors directly into the skin to accelerate healing and boost collagen production.

How does Dr. Kaniff make lip fillers more comfortable?

Because the lips are sensitive, Dr. Kaniff performs a specialized dental block to numb the area, making the experience much more comfortable than traditional numbing creams.

What is a “Liquid Facelift”?

A liquid facelift is a customized combination of neuromodulators (like Botox) and dermal fillers. It is designed to lift the brow, restore cheek volume, and soften the nasolabial folds simultaneously without surgery.

How long do non-surgical results last?

Neuromodulators typically last 3–4 months. Dermal fillers vary by product and location, lasting anywhere from 6 to 18 months. Biostimulators like Sculptra can provide improvements for up to two years.

What is “Filler Fatigue”?

Filler fatigue refers to a puffy or bloated distortion of one’s appearance due to repeated over-filling. Dr. Kaniff believes filler should enhance your natural anatomy, not distort it. It is often advisable to dissolve old filler to return to baseline before starting a new treatment plan.

Related Resources & Galleries

Before & After Photos: See real patient results in our Non-Surgical Gallery.
Maintenance Guide: Caring for Your Skin Post-Microneedling.
Expert Blog: Mini Facelift vs. Fillers: Which One Wins?.

Ready to Refresh Your Appearance?

Experience the precision of a board-certified surgeon in every treatment. Contact us today to see how Dr. Kaniff’s expertise can help you achieve your aesthetic goals.

Call us at (916) 480-9080 or fill out our Online Contact Form to get started.

Reviews

“Above and beyond all expectations! Everyone was excellent, informative, and reassuring. I NEVER felt any stress or doubt about the competency or level of professionalism throughout the staff and with Dr Kaniff. This was as good as it gets in my opinion. Thank you all!!”

– E. M.

Non-Surgical Facial Rejuvenation