A More Beautiful Youthful You
At Modern Aesthetic Institute in Bakersfield, oculoplastic surgeon Joseph H Chang MD practices the most advanced techniques for plastic surgery of the eyelids and aesthetic facial rejuvenation to enhance your appearance and reveal a more beautiful, youthful you.
Modern Aesthetic Institute
MISSION
To elevate natural beauty through the advanced art and science of modern medical and surgical aesthetics, with a particular focus on enhancing the eyes and face.
VISION
To become Kern County’s most trusted provider of medical aesthetics, delivering world-class results, exceptional hospitality, and outstanding value.
Joseph H Chang MD
Joseph H Chang MD is the driving force behind the Modern Aesthetic Institute in Bakersfield, California.
“The real voyage of discovery consists not in seeing new landscapes, but in having new eyes.”
– Marcel Proust
- 20+ years in private practice in the Bakersfield community
- 10+ years in private practice in the Santa Barbara community
- 25+ years of injecting, starting in the late 90s at UCLA
- 15+ years specializing in injectables
- Top 20 Dysport injection volume in the US since 2016
- Board Certified in Ophthalmology with sub-specialty emphasis in Oculoplastic Surgery
- Trained at Jules Stein Eye Institute (part of UCLA)
Joseph H Chang MD
Joseph H Chang MD is the driving force behind the Modern Aesthetic Institute in Bakersfield, California.
“The real voyage of discovery consists not in seeing new landscapes, but in having new eyes.”
– Marcel Proust
- 20+ years in private practice in the Bakersfield community
- 10+ years in private practice in the Santa Barbara community
- 25+ years of injecting, starting in the late 90s at UCLA
- 15+ years specializing in injectables
- Top 20 Dysport injection volume in the US since 2016
- Trained at Jules Stein Eye Institute (part of UCLA)
- Board Certified in Ophthalmology with sub-specialty emphasis in Oculoplastic Surgery
Services
Eyelid Surgery
Whether you have droopy upper eyelids or puffy lower eyelids, blepharoplasty can help rejuvenate your entire eye area.
Wrinkle Treatment
Turn back time and smooth out those fine lines and wrinkles with the most effective wrinkle relaxer injections.
Dermal Fillers
Reverse the effects of aging and regain a more supple and youthful appearance with dermal fillers.
Surgical
Rejuvenation
Surgical rejuvenation offers transformative solutions to restore youthful beauty, addressing facial and body concerns with precision techniques, delivering natural, long-lasting results, and boosting confidence through enhanced appearance and renewed vitality.
Medical
Aesthetics
Medical aesthetics combines advanced procedures and treatments to enhance natural beauty, improve skin health, and address aging concerns, offering personalized, non-invasive, and minimally invasive solutions for a refreshed, youthful appearance.
Medical
Aesthetics
Medical aesthetics combines advanced procedures and treatments to enhance natural beauty, improve skin health, and address aging concerns, offering personalized, non-invasive, and minimally invasive solutions for a refreshed, youthful appearance.
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FAQ
We specialize in advanced aesthetic injectables (Botox and dermal fillers), eyelid surgery (blepharoplasty), chemical peels and Lasers. Our treatments are designed to enhance your natural beauty with precision and artistry.
Our practice blends cutting-edge medical expertise with artistic sensibility. Dr. Chang’s extensive experience, focus on quality, and integration of art into our aesthetic services create a truly bespoke and transformative experience for our clients.
During your consultation, Dr. Chang will assess your concerns, discuss your goals, and recommend the best treatment plan tailored to your needs.
Yes, our goal is to enhance your natural beauty while maintaining a balanced and refreshed appearance. Dr. Chang’s artistic approach ensures subtle, yet impactful, results.
The longevity of results varies by treatment. Botox typically lasts 3-4 months, while dermal fillers can last 6-18 months, depending on the product used.
Blepharoplasty is a cosmetic eyelid surgery designed to improve the appearance of the upper or lower eyelids by removing excess skin, fat, and muscle. It can rejuvenate tired-looking eyes and restore a youthful appearance.
Dr. Chang uses advanced techniques to minimize scarring. Incisions are strategically placed to blend with the natural contours of your eyes.
Yes, we offer a portfolio of before-and-after photos during your consultation to help you visualize the potential results.
During your first visit, Dr. Chang will discuss your aesthetic goals, assess your medical history, and recommend personalized treatment options to achieve your desired results.
Yes, all our treatments are performed by licensed and certified professionals with extensive experience in aesthetic medicine, ensuring the highest safety standards.
Results from injectables can typically be seen within a few days, with full effects visible after two weeks. The longevity of results varies depending on the specific treatment and individual factors.
Yes, we provide various financing plans to make our services accessible. Please contact our office to discuss the options available to you.
Botox relaxes muscles to reduce the appearance of wrinkles caused by facial expressions, while dermal fillers add volume to areas with deep lines or hollowing. Dr. Chang can advise on the best option based on your aesthetic goals.
Common side effects are usually mild and temporary, such as redness, swelling, or bruising at the injection site. Dr. Chang will discuss potential side effects and how to manage them during your consultation.
Eligibility depends on various factors, including your health, medical history, and aesthetic goals. A comprehensive consultation with Dr. Chang will determine the most suitable treatments for you.
Yes, combining treatments is often possible and can be more convenient. Dr. Chang will create a customized treatment plan to address all your aesthetic concerns efficiently.
Recovery times can vary, but most patients return to work after 48hrs depending on what they do for work. Dr. Chang will provide detailed post-operative care instructions to facilitate a smooth recovery.
Preparation varies by procedure. Generally, we recommend avoiding certain medications and supplements that can increase bleeding. Specific instructions will be provided during your consultation.
Filler has immediate results as it fi
the area being injected. Dysport on the other hand relaxes the injected areas but does
not fill. A good example, filler in the lips will result in your lips being enlarged as
disport wouldn’t go directly in the lips for enlargement but you can inject around the lips
to create a fuller looking pout, this is called a “lip flip”
Filler is typically placed in areas such as the lips, cheeks
temples, smile lines and under eyes.
Most fillers last up to a year. Depending on the area inject
some areas may last longer than others and it also varies from patient to patient.
Yes, you can. We just
recommend no hard massaging in the treated areas.
Dysport and Botox are both
neurotoxins, the difference between the two are brands. Dysport is under Galderma and
Botox is under Allergan. We carry both brands at our offic
Absolutely! After your consultation, together we can
determine the best course of action for your skin goals and depending on the treatment
plan we can typically get started right away.
Our goal for all
of our patients who receive eyelid surgery is for them to look their best-self meaning you
still look like you but refreshed.
Every patients healing will differ from
patient to patient, most patients have minimal bruising. At your consultation we will
discuss how to best prevent bruising.
Depending on the procedure(s) you elect the
surgery time can vary from 30 minutes to about an hour.
Our clients consider us a top-tier medical spa because we blend over 25 years of experience, advanced aesthetic technologies, and a unique focus on artistry. Led by Dr. Joseph Chang, we offer a high-end experience grounded in medical precision and personal care.
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