Non-Surgical Treatments in Boston

For some patients, surgery isn’t the right step for their facial rejuvenation journey. Dr. Ashley Lonergan offers non-surgical treatments in Boston to carefully refresh and refine your face without invasive surgery, offering subtle results that look and feel like you.

A More Gentle Approach to Facial Rejuvenation

Not every goal requires an operating room, and non-surgical treatments in Boston offer a less invasive path to a refreshed appearance. In her work at the Boston Center for Plastic Surgery, Dr. Ashley Lonergan builds a customized treatment plan for every patient, determining the non-surgical option, or combination, that best suits their specific goals and timeline.

What Is Non-Surgical Facial Rejuvenation?

Non-surgical facial rejuvenation includes a range of injectable and skin-based treatments designed to soften lines, restore volume, or improve skin texture without an incision. These options typically involve little to no downtime, making them appealing for patients who want visible improvement without a lengthy recovery.

Many patients find that non-surgical rejuvenation achieves the improvements in fine lines and early volume loss that they desire, while also serving as a helpful complement to surgical procedures performed elsewhere on the face. Others use these treatments to maintain their results between more significant procedures, extending the longevity of surgery performed years earlier.

Why Choose Dr. Ashley Lonergan?

Non-surgical treatments still require high-level, precise judgment, since overfilled or overtreated results are just as noticeable as an overdone surgical outcome. Dr. Lonergan approaches injectables and skin treatments with the same intentional philosophy she brings to surgery, favoring gradual, natural-looking improvement over a dramatic change in a single visit.

Her medical education at Tufts University and her fellowship training at The Williams Center for Plastic Surgery included non-surgical facial rejuvenation alongside surgical techniques, giving her a comprehensive understanding of how injectables and skin treatments interact with facial structure. She'll be honest if your goals call for a surgical option instead, or if a smaller, more targeted non-surgical plan would serve you better than the treatment you initially had in mind.

Available Non-Surgical Treatments in Boston

BOTOX

Botox relaxes the small muscles responsible for expression lines, softening areas like the forehead, between the brows, and around the eyes. Results typically appear within a few days and last three to four months before a touch-up is needed. Dr. Lonergan will tailor your dosage to your specific facial movement, aiming for softened lines that still allow for natural expression.

Dermal Fillers

Dermal fillers restore volume in areas like the cheeks, lips, and under-eyes using a hyaluronic acid-based gel that integrates smoothly with the surrounding tissue. Results appear immediately and typically last between six months and two years, depending on the product and treatment area. Dr. Lonergan will select a filler and injection technique suited to your specific volume loss and goals.

Sculptra

Sculptra works differently from traditional fillers, gradually stimulating your body's own collagen production over several months rather than adding immediate volume. It’s best suited to patients seeking a slower, more subtle improvement in their overall facial fullness. Dr. Lonergan typically recommends a series of sessions spaced several weeks apart to build results gradually, with additional maintenance treatments every few months.

Chemical Peels

Chemical peels use a controlled solution to remove damaged outer layers of skin, improving texture, tone, and fine lines as new skin surfaces. Peel depth varies based on your specific concerns, ranging from a light refresh to more significant resurfacing. Dr. Lonergan will recommend a peel strength that matches your skin type, tone, and texture, as well as your recovery preferences.

Liquid Rhinoplasty

Liquid rhinoplasties use dermal fillers to smooth minor irregularities along the nasal bridge or improve symmetry without surgery. Most often, Boston patients opt for a liquid rhinoplasty to address concerns with their nose shape that aren’t significant enough for surgical intervention. During your consultation, Dr. Lonergan will assess your nasal structure to determine whether your specific concern can be treated through a liquid rhinoplasty.

Who Is a Good Candidate for Non-Surgical Facial Rejuvenation?

Ideal candidates for non-surgical treatments typically have early signs of aging, such as fine lines or mild volume loss, rather than extensive concerns like severe hollowing, muscle banding, or skin laxity. These treatments also suit patients seeking to maintain results after a prior surgical procedure.

Dr. Lonergan will evaluate your specific goals and skin condition during your one-on-one consultation, carefully assessing your skin quality and health. She’ll determine whether a non-surgical approach will meet your expectations or if a surgical option would be better.

Non-Surgical Frequently Asked Questions

Can non-surgical treatments be combined in the same visit?

Yes. Many of Dr. Lonergan’s Boston patients combine treatments like Botox and dermal fillers in a single appointment to address multiple concerns at once. Dr. Lonergan will safely sequence combined treatments to achieve balanced, natural-looking results.

How soon will I see results from non-surgical treatments?

Timing varies by treatment: Botox and fillers show results within days, while Sculptra and chemical peels build up more gradually over weeks or months. Dr. Lonergan will set expectations specific to your chosen treatment during your initial consultation.

Are non-surgical treatments a permanent alternative to surgery?

No. Most non-surgical treatments require repeat sessions to maintain results over time, unlike the more lasting change surgery provides. Together, you and Dr. Lonergan can discuss which approach better fits your long-term goals.

Will non-surgical treatments interfere with a future surgical procedure?

Non-surgical treatments typically don’t impact future surgical options. Dr. Lonergan will review your treatment history during your consultation to determine the appropriate timing between non-surgical treatments and any future surgery, avoiding unnecessary overlap or complications.