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Many Mothers Have Breast Augmentation In Order To Feel Better About Themselves

November 6th, 2010

A large number of breast augmentation raleigh patients are moms. After a woman is pregnant once or more, most of the time when will experience some loss of breast volume. This will be combined with a “stretching out” of the breast skin. With many of these patients, a North Carolina breast implant of moderate size will restore a very pleasing contour to the breast. In general, these patients are not looking to raise anyone’s eyebrows, they just want to get rid of their padded bras and feel better about their appearance in private.

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Choosing The Correct Breast Implant Size Is Vital In Creating A Natural Appearance

November 5th, 2010

If the goal of a North Carolina breast augmentation procedure is to create a new breast profile that is out of proportion to a woman’s body, the results will never appear natural. These women, in general, will end up having a series of operations to address the problems that show up with their abnormal appearance. For that reason, many plastic surgeons encourage that a woman who is investigating breast augmentation raleigh to consider a breast implant size which will help them “fill out clothes better.” This will improve the overall proportions of their body, rather than a procedure that makes them appear as if they have had breast surgery.

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Skin Cancer May Lead To The Need For A Skin Graft

September 8th, 2010

Skin Cancer is a very common occurrence and is typically easy to treat. Usually the cancer can just be removed and the defect is gone. However, sometimes the type of cancer or lesion may require a flap or Idaho skin graft to close the defect. It is uncommon to have two or three procedures to reconstruct the cancer excision through Twin Falls skin reconstruction.

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When An Ear Develops Improperly, A Plastic Surgeon Can Help

September 2nd, 2010

In most cases, the ear cartilage folds as it develops, which allows the ear to rest relatively close to the scalp. When this fold does not form (or does not fully form) the ears protrude away from the scalp, creating prominent ears. This may occur bilaterally or on one side only. By age 6, the ear has reached approximately 85% of its adult size and at this age or after is an appropriate time for North Carolina otoplasty surgery. It is also an age at which teasing about the size and prominence of a child’s ear(s) is likely to begin, which is further impetus for having the surgery performed. A Raleigh plastic surgeon is capable of helping a patient of any age with their ear troubles.

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Sagging Breasts May Only Require A Breast Lift For Correction

September 8th, 2010

Pregnancy, age and weight loss are primary cause of sagging breasts. A Twin Falls breast lift will make breasts “perky” again by repositioning the breasts higher on the chest and by excising the extra skin. If the areola has become enlarged over time a breast lift will reduce this as well. Some patients who feel they need an augmentation are pleasantly surprised to find how much volume they have after this procedure and do not require an Idaho breast implant.

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A Mini-facelift May Be A Better Term For A Weekend Facelift

September 2nd, 2010

Patients with relatively small ‘jowls’ and minimal neck skin laxity can obtain a very nice improvement using a Raleigh facelift technique with a short incision. A better term, however, might be “Mini-facelift”, as no North Carolina plastic surgeon can guarantee a two-day recovery, and patients’ expectations may be inappropriately heightened by the promise of a big improvement by a minimal surgery.

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Breast Reduction Surgery Allows For More Comfortable Physical Activity

September 8th, 2010

Idaho Breast Reduction or Reduction Mammoplasty is the surgical procedure done to reduce breast size and lift the breasts. If your breasts limit your physical activity, cause back, neck and shoulder pain, and rashes under your breast, or postural changes, this is the Twin Falls plastic surgery procedure for you. It seems that universally these patients are extremely happy with their post operative results.

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The Term Weekend Facelift Can Be Misleading

September 2nd, 2010

Many North Carolina plastic surgeons think that “weekend facelift” is a misleading term, as it suggests dramatic surgical improvements are possible with minimal surgery. As with most things which sound too good to be true, so it is with the “weekend facelift”. As you might expect, the degree of improvement one obtains from surgery is, in general, directly proportional to the surgeon’s effort. An hour of surgery through a shorter incision can not be expected to produce a result approaching that of a conventional Raleigh facelift.

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Some Woman May Require A Breast Lift Prior To Augmentation

September 8th, 2010

Twin Falls breast augmentation with either silicone gel or saline implants is a surgical procedure done to enhance the size and shape of a woman’s breasts. Breast augmentation will help fulfill your desire for fuller breasts, replace volume that has been lost after weight loss or pregnancy or may be used to help reconstruct a breast for those women who have undergone a mastectomy. Some patients may require an Idaho breast lift before augmentation to correct severely drooping breasts.

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The Scars From A Face Lift Can Be Concealed Nearly Perfectly

September 2nd, 2010

The North Carolina facelift procedure involves incisions that skirt the contour of the ears, using the anatomy of the ear to help conceal them. For a full facelift, the incision starts in the sideburn area, follows the contours of the junction of the ear with the face, curves behind the earlobe into the recess between the posterior ear and the neck/scalp, and then extends into the hairline posteriorly at the top of the ear. When a Raleigh plastic surgeon make these incisions, he or she will design them so that, once fully healed, they may be difficult for even a hairdresser to detect. That goal can often be achieved, and it requires meticulous attention to every centimeter of the closure.

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The Final Appearance Of A Breast Lift

September 8th, 2010

Scars will be present but these tend to fade significantly with time. Initially there will be some swelling but most of this will settle over the first few weeks after Los Angeles breast lift surgery. The subtleties of the overall appearance may take several months or more to finally take shape. Since the effects of gravity are constant, breasts may sag again with time. However, a breast that has been lifted with California breast surgery will tend to sag less over time than a breast that has never had surgery before.

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Risks Of Mastopexy

September 8th, 2010

Risks of Los Angeles mastopexy are low but they are common to all California plastic surgeons and hospitals. They include the standard risks of bleeding, infection, pain, and damaged nerves and vessels. Breast asymmetry may occur and loss of sensation or tissue may occur in the nipple or the breast area itself. Scars will be long and permanent and may even be wide and unsightly, although in most cases they heal well and fade significantly over time. Other risks include hematoma (blood clot), fluid collection or seroma and risks of anesthesia including the very low risk of blood clots in the lungs or legs.

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Face Lift Surgery Is The Third Most Desired Facial Rejuvenation Procedure

September 3rd, 2010

As we age, the facial skin loosens and loses its elasticity. Years of facial animation show in the deep lines that develop on the forehead, around the eyes, and mouth. Gravity causes the cheeks to fall, the skin and muscles to droop, and jowls to form at the jaw line. Joplin face lift surgery is the procedure designed to rejuvenate the aging face. Rhytidectomy has become the 3rd most desired Missouri facial plastic surgery procedure.

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Facelift In General Involves More Than One Cosmetic Procedure

September 2nd, 2010

What is currently referred to as a Raleigh facelift usually means some combination of surgical lower North Carolina face rejuvenation with procedures that are designed to improve other facial aesthetic areas: the brow and eyelids, the mid-face, and the neck. The combination of procedures I perform on any patient are customized for that individual’s specific needs and desires, and thus no two ‘facelifts’ are exactly alike.

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A Facelift Involves Mobilizing The Skin And Soft Tissues of The Lower Face

September 2nd, 2010

The surgical procedure that has traditionally been referred to as a Raleigh facelift involves mobilizing the skin and soft tissues of the lower face and jawline (and in most cases, the neck). Followed by advancing them upward and laterally to eliminate sagging (jowls) and provide the appearance of improved skin tone. The excess skin is then removed by a North Carolina plastic surgeon.

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September 10th, 2010

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Some Tummy Tuck Patients May Actually Require Torsoplasty

September 3rd, 2010

For patients who require a more extensive South Carolina abdominoplasty or trunk approach, a Columbia plastic surgeon can perform an advanced procedure known as a torsoplasty. This can be divided into anterior (front), posterior (back/buttocks), or both (circumferential). An innovative technique, circumferential torsoplasty is used to contour and define the entire midsection including the hips, buttocks, thighs, lower back, and pelvis.

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Each Tummy Tuck Patient Is Approached Differently

September 3rd, 2010

A Columbia plastic surgeon has an approach that is modified to address each patient’s specific concerns, but usually includes liposuction of the abdomen and hips and super pubic fat, extensive abdominal wall reinforcement or plication and hernia repair if required. The surgeon removes as much abdominal fat and skin as possible and performs an upper thigh lift if necessary. Most South Carolina abdominoplasty patients are able to return to work and non-strenuous activities in about one to two weeks.

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Laser Hair Removal Can Be A Virtual Pain Free Procedure

September 2nd, 2010

Commonly Raleigh laser hair removal treatments and North Carolina laser skin tightening treatments have involved the application of a cryogen to temporarily numb the skin area just before it is exposed to the laser. While this process does much to reduce discomfort, there is an even more effective approach. A small, box-shaped chamber is applied to the surface of the skin, and suction pulls the skin area taut underneath, compressing it. The highly thermal conductive sapphire window on top of the chamber allows the laser to treat the skin while it is compressed.

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Tummy Tuck Surgery Is A Popular Option With Proven Results

September 3rd, 2010

To tighten all soft tissue layers of the abdomen and create a flatter, firmer appearance, the Columbia abdominoplasty procedure is a popular option with proven results. South Carolina plastic surgeons carefully perform this procedure and can extend it into a comprehensive anterior (front) torsoplasty. This comprehensive technique eliminates the stubborn tummy bulge and sculpts attractive, toned, and incredibly natural-looking results, improving abdominal wall appearance and function.

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What Is The Difference Between Breast Lift And Reduction?

September 8th, 2010

A breast reduction procedure seeks to reduce the size of a woman’s breast while a California mastopexy seeks to improve the appearance and shape. This is usually completed without changing the actual volume of the woman’s breasts in a significant way. A small amount of breast tissue and/or skin may be removed if needed. This would only be if it were to create a specific shape through Los Angeles breast surgery, but for the most part, the overall volume will stay the same.

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Tummy Tuck Surgery Is The Most Basic Abdominal Contouring Option

September 3rd, 2010

Pregnancy, weight loss, aging, and other factors can contribute to lax abdominal muscles, connective tissue, and skin, and detract from one’s overall appearance and well-being. Because this area of the body can be particularly resistant to diet and exercise techniques, many patients find that some form of abdominal contouring is the solution to their nagging figure concerns and the key to achieving appearance satisfaction. The traditional South Carolina tummy tuck technique at a Columbia plastic surgery center is an extremely popular and successful treatment for individuals with tummy concerns. It is the most basic abdominal contouring option.

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The Horizontal Incision In a Breast Lift Can Be Eliminated

September 3rd, 2010

For several years North Carolina plastic surgeons have been using a ‘vertical scar’ technique for most breast reductions, which eliminates the long, horizontal incision in the inframammary fold below the breasts. Cosmetic surgeons have also adapted this technique for breast lift surgery, and have been extremely pleased with the results. As with breast reduction patients, this new technique not only eliminates the horizontal incision, but also creates more impressive breast projection and maintains it better over time. The Raleigh breast lift procedure many surgeons perform not only removes breast skin but also moves some lower pole breast tissue to a higher position, increasing the projection of the nipple/areola area.

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The Best Candidates For A Breast Lift

September 8th, 2010

The best candidates for a Los Angeles breast lift are women who have completed pregnancy and nursing and have no plans for future children. This will allow the breasts to be lifted and shaped in one procedure. You can again become pregnant and nurse after having a breast lift. However, this may result in a re-stretching and sagging of the breast tissue. Also, nursing after any type of California breast surgery such as a breast lift or reduction cannot be guaranteed.

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Meloplasty Lifts The Cheeks

September 8th, 2010

Cheek descent can contribute to a tired look by increasing the vertical dimension of the lower lid and worsening the nasolabial fold (crease from the nose to the corner of the mouth). This area is often called the mid-face, and it is not improved by conventional Fresno face lifting procedures. Cheek descent may be improved with fat grafts or suspension with sutures. The California cheek lift is called a meloplasty.

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Brow Descent Can Be Corrected Through Plastic Surgery

September 8th, 2010

Brow descent can occur over time and contribute to the upper lid skin excess. For this reason, brow position should be evaluated in all cases where upper lid blepharoplasty California is considered. In the past, long incisions were required to correct brow descent, but modern techniques allow brow elevation with only a few small incisions. Sometimes minor Fresno cosmetic surgery procedures may be done through the upper lids to elevate the brow.

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Breast Augmentation Allows For A Woman To Customize The Shape Of Her Breasts

September 10th, 2010

Atlanta breast implant surgery provides a unique opportunity for a woman to scientifically “customize” the shape of their breasts rather than just their bra size. A woman may want a few changes including changing her wardrobe style, wearing outfits that reveal more cleavage, or simply creating a proper balance between her hips and breasts. These changes can all be completed through the help of a Georgia plastic surgeon with the use of breast implants.

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Blepharoplasty Corrects Excess Eyelid Skin

September 8th, 2010

Fresno blepharoplasty is a procedure to correct excess eyelid skin and to treat prominent fat pads. Excess skin weighing down the upper lids, and fat pads in the lower lids, can produce a tired look. This California plastic surgery procedure can be performed on both upper and lower lids. Upper lid procedures may take an hour under local anesthesia. Brow lifts, cheek lifts or lower lid procedures are performed under general anesthesia and take around two hours to perform.

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Breast Augmentation Surgery Provides Many Benefits

September 10th, 2010

Breast augmentation surgery Georgia is becoming an increasingly popular procedure among women of all ages who desire a change in the way they look. This can be attributed to the advances in both surgical technique and breast implant technology. A woman’s decision to undergo Atlanta breast enlargement surgery will likely result in a better proportioned, more flattering figure. It will also likely lead to a broader option for clothing and a heightened confidence and self-esteem.

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The Ideal Rhinoplasty Candidate

September 8th, 2010

The ideal candidate for a Fresno rhinoplasty is an individual who is looking for improvement as opposed to perfection in the appearance of their nose. Also the individual would have good health, psychological stability, and realistic expectations. These are important qualities for a person seeking virtually any California plastic surgery procedure. Rhinoplasty can be performed at the same time as many other procedures.

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Some Dermal Fillers Last Up To Twelve Months

September 8th, 2010

Injected with skill, Oklahoma Botox Cosmetic is a very safe way to soften the wrinkles caused by facial expressions. It usually takes a week to work and lasts up to 4 months. Botox temporarily deactivates the muscles that cause those undesirable wrinkles. Tulsa dermal fillers can be directly injected into the facial folds, depressions, and persistent wrinkles to improve these areas. A few days of swelling and bruising can be expected but these quickly fade. This treatment lasts 9 to 12 months.

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The Goal Of Breast Augmentation Is To Produce Natural Looking Results

September 10th, 2010

To reshape, enlarge and enhance the breasts, there really is no better alternative than breast augmentation Atlanta or Georgia breast implant surgery. Factors such as weight loss, pregnancy and age can make the breasts lose their shape and begin to sag. At a plastic surgery practice, the goal of breast augmentation is to improve the breasts by producing natural-looking results.

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Breast Lift Surgery Requires Creating Some Well-Placed And Concealed Scars

September 3rd, 2010

Having a Raleigh breast lift operation involves making a decision to trade an improved breast shape and contour for some (well-placed and concealed) surgical scars on the breast. For the North Carolina breast lift patient who is displeased that her nipples are downpointing, it may be a relatively easy decision. The surgical incisions are strategically placed to be as minimally noticeable as is possible.

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Dermal Fillers Can Offer A Quick Fix To Looking Your Best

September 8th, 2010

Non-surgical uses of Tulsa botox and Oklahoma dermal fillers have an important place in the practice of aesthetic surgery. These techniques can serve to hide the early signs of aging. They also offer a “quick fix” to looking your best when a short recovery is needed and complement the outcomes of more invasive procedures.

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Breast Lift Surgery Erases Many Signs Of Aging Breasts

September 3rd, 2010

An unavoidable consequence of aging is the loss of elasticity, or tone, in skin and soft tissues. This process, which may be compounded by changes, which occur during and after pregnancy, will ultimately lead to ‘drooping’ of the breasts. A variety of surgical North Carolina breast surgery techniques can be used by a Raleigh plastic surgeon for restoring the breasts to a more youthful position and shape. The goal is to both relocate the nipples to a higher position, and to restore breast projection (and to maintain projection for the long term).

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Many Cosmetic Surgeons Recommend A Use Of Skin Care Products

September 8th, 2010

The outcome of Tulsa cosmetic surgery is greatly affected by the quality of your skin. A regimen of good skin care can improve the skin’s condition and enhance as well as preserve your post operative result. In addition to a daily cleanser, many Oklahoma cosmetic surgeons recommend tri-weekly up to nightly use of vitamin A products such as Retin A or retinol that can cause removal of the top layer of the skin and allow the bottom layers to rejuvenate.

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The Chin Augmentation Consultation May Include Taking Pre-Operative Photographs

September 8th, 2010

An individual who is interested in Dearborn chin augmentation or chin reduction surgery is advised to contact a Michigan facial plastic surgeon with experience. The initial visit will include the surgeon completing a thorough evaluation of the neck and face in order to determine whether surgery is indicated. He or she will the discuss any concerns or questions that the patient may bring up. After the surgery has been agreed upon, photographs will be take for “pre” and “post-operative” purposes. The photographs will often be compared after the surgery has been finished to confirm the effects of the surgery.

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Newer Laser Hair Removal Methods Are Both More Accurate And More Comfortable

September 2nd, 2010

Over the past ten years, the aesthetic laser industry has sought continuously to improve the comfort and efficiency of laser procedures; if you have received raleigh aesthetic laser treatments in the past, you will be pleased to learn that this newest generation of North Carolina laser technology makes those treatments even more accurate and comfortable than before.

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Chin and Cheek Augmentation Bring Balance To One’s Face

September 8th, 2010

Michigan cheek implants are capable of improving the balance of a person’s face by providing a greater definition to the cheekbones. This will also lead to a better balance of one’s face as well. Dearborn chin augmentation is a plastic surgery procedure that changes a person’s profile by enhancing the chin. It will often be performed to enhance the results of a rhinoplasty. Chin reduction surgery, which involves removing excess bone from one’s chin, may provide improvement if a patient’s chin protrudes excessively.

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Ear Pinning May Allow For A Female To Comfortably Wear Her Hair Up For The First Time

September 3rd, 2010

Otoplasty is very effective in restoring the normal proportions of the ears and in restoring a sense of balance to the head and face in general. Many young female patients treated by a North Carolina cosmetic surgeon relate that they enjoy wearing their hair up for the first time following a Raleigh otoplasty.

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A Proportinate Chin Can Often Lead To A More Aesthetic Facial Balance

September 8th, 2010

There are many people who have a small chin – one that is either not prominent enough or that recedes. A small chin may have the negative effect on one’s face where is makes their nose appear larger or more prominent than it really is. A chin that is in harmony with one’s face and it’s features can draw attention away from the nose and provide the entire face with a more pleasing balance. A Michigan chin implant can also dramatically improve the results of a face lift. A Dearborn plastic surgeon is able to help an individual achieve facial balance through chin augmentation surgery.

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A Small Incision Is Created During Otoplasty

September 3rd, 2010

North carolina otoplasty is performed through an incision which is hidden on the posterior surface of the ear, and involves placing permanent sutures in the cartilage to produce a natural-appearing fold. The ear cartilage may also be anchored closer to the head with permanent sutures, and in a few patients some cartilage may be removed. Patients will be advised by their Raleigh plastic surgeon to wear a protective head dressing for one week postoperatively, and they must not participate in sports or Physical Education activities for eight weeks following otoplasty surgery.

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Facial Expressions Will Take Their Toll On Your Forehead Over Time

August 3rd, 2010

A San Diego forehead lift, or brow lift is a cosmetic surgery procedure that is used to help correct a brow that is drooping and/or to bring back a more youthful appearance. Virtually all emotions will lead to facial expressions that involve the use of one’s forehead. Because of this, eventually a toll will be taken on your skin. Combined with aging, this may lead to forehead lines, drooping eyebrows, and frown lines. A San Diego plastic surgeon is capable of fixing a sagging brow that crowds the eyes and makes a person appear sad or angry.

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Reconstructive Surgery Helps Improve Physical Function And Appearance

August 13th, 2010

Patients of all ages may be candidates for South Carolina reconstructive surgery if birth defects, illness, accidents, injuries, or other factors affect the physical function or appearance of an area of the body. A South Carolina plastic surgeon can perform skin cancer reconstruction, port wine stain removal, scar revision, breast reconstruction, and other procedures to create or restore a natural look or utility depending on his patients’ individual concerns or needs.

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Otoplasty May Be Used To Reposition or Reshape One’s Ears

August 13th, 2010

Large or overly prominent ears can affect self-confidence and overall satisfaction with appearance. Otoplasty, or South Carolina ear pinning, may be used to reposition or reshape the ears, creating a more flattering look. A Columbia plastic surgeon will skillfully hides otoplasty incisions in the natural contours of the ear, allowing for extremely discreet and natural-looking results. Most patients are able to return to school or non-strenuous work in seven to ten days. Both children and adults can benefit from ear pinning surgery and there are a number of techniques that may be utilized to accomplish various goals. During your consultation, your plastic surgeon can develop an individual treatment plan based on your unique needs or concerns.

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Lip Augmentation Enhances The Size And Shape Of One’s Lips

August 13th, 2010

Lip augmentation enhances the size and shape of the lips, creating a full, soft, attractive appearance. This can be achieved by a number of techniques, including the use of aesthetic injectables like Juvederm or free fat grafting. Patients desiring a more youthful appearance and a smoother, plumper pout may be good candidates for this procedure. Plastic surgeons work with their patients to develop unique treatment plans based on their personal goals.

South Carolina lip augmentation is an excellent option to be used in conjunction with facelift, eyelid surgery, and other procedures to achieve beautiful, natural-looking results. Lip augmentation is a minimally invasive treatment and patients typically enjoy fast results with little discomfort or downtime and no visible scarring. The Columbia cosmetic surgery procedure lasts for at least six to nine months before maintenance treatments are necessary and, depending on the technique, may be permanent.

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Rhinoplasty Is Used To Improve Facial Balance And Symmetry

August 13th, 2010

Used to improve facial balance and symmetry, and for some patients to create a more youthful appearance, rhinoplasty is carefully performed to achieve the most attractive and natural-looking outcome possible. Depending on individual needs, the South Carolina plastic surgeon can suggest a rhinoplasty technique to reduce or alter the shape, size, or angle of the nose, bringing it more in line with surrounding facial features. He or she can also address breathing abnormalities caused by irregular or damaged internal nasal structures. Whether the patient desires Columbia rhinoplasty to sculpt a more flattering bridge, narrow the nostrils, or define the tip, a plastic surgeon can turn a vision into a beautiful reality. Additionally, he or she carefully plans each procedure to achieve the desired result with no visible scarring.

Most rhinoplasty patients enjoy a rapid recovery and are able to return to non-strenuous activities in one to two weeks. The majority of bruising and swelling typically subsides in three weeks, and complete tissue softening and final results are evident after six to nine months. A plastic surgeon may also suggest additional treatments to enhance the outcome of rhinoplasty based on his patient’s unique needs.

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Injectable Fillers Are Capable Of Improving Wrinkles And Deep Facial Lines

August 11th, 2010

A variety of injectable facial fillers are now available to diminish wrinkles and to give your skin and overall facial appearance a healthier, more youthful look. With realistic expectations these Miami injectable fillers can improve and in some cases completely eradicate wrinkles and deep facial lines. Many Miami cosmetic surgeons are experts in all of the available products which are FDA approved and can advise you as to which products you would benefit from most.

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How Many Laser Skin Tightening Treatments Does A Person Typically Receive?

August 24th, 2010

Clinical studies suggest that 4-6 Raleigh skin tightening treatments spaced two to four weeks apart in most cases will produce a significant increase in dermal collagen, remodeling of dermal matrix components, and a resulting improvement in overall skin tone and vitality. North Carolina cosmetic surgeons generally will agree on the amount of procedures that are needed to achieve the best results for an individual.

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Risks And Complications For Liposuction Varry

August 21st, 2010

Fat is removed and usually is within 1-3 liters. Risks of liposuction surgery are bruising, infection, and asymmetries. Although cellulite can be improved at times, it is completely variable. Liposuction Charlotte is extremely rewarding and whose results one can appreciate almost immediately. If your weight is stable, the contraction of the skin after liposuction usually will occur for up to 8-12 months. So ones results can improve with time. If you desire a consultation for liposuction, please contact a patient coordinator for a North Carolina plastic surgeon.

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There Are Several Goals In Acne Treatment

August 11th, 2010

Miami acne treatments have several goals: healing existing acne lesions, stopping new acne lesions from forming, and preventing acne-caused scarring. Miami plastic surgery is proud to introduce to their patients the latest options on acne treatments that better suit their needs. They offer deep pore facials, chemical peels, microdermabrasion, IPL treatments and a variety of home care systems to match your individual skin care needs.

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About Breast Augmentation Surgery

August 12th, 2010

You will require anesthesia. Incisions are made either around the areola or in the armpit. The Miami breast implant is placed underneath the pectoral muscle. Breast implants can be filled with either saline or silicone gel. Your Florida plastic surgeon will explain the differences and suggest which would be appropriate for you.

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The Super-Wet Liposuction Technique

August 19th, 2010

The Super-Wet San Diego liposuction technique is similar to the tumescent technique, except that less fluid is utilized. Typically the amount of fluid that is injected is equal to the amount of fat that will be removed. This technique will often require IV sedation or general anesthesia and will usually take between one and two hours for a San Diego plastic surgeon to perform.

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Eyelid Surgery Can Reduce Loose Or Wrinkled Upper Eyelid Skin

August 13th, 2010

Blepharoplasty, or Columbia eyelid surgery, can reduce loose or wrinkled upper eyelid skin and lessen lower eyelid puffiness, producing a revitalized, well-rested, and attractive appearance. Accomplished by removing excess skin and fat in the eye area, eyelid surgery is an extremely effective option for most individuals and various techniques are available to ensure a natural-looking result. Additionally, younger patients may be interested in transconjunctival blepharoplasty. Performed through incisions inside the lower eyelid, the transconjunctival approach minimizes the look of lower eyelid puffiness with no visible scarring.

Patients can work with their South Carolina plastic surgeon to determine if blepharoplasty is appropriate for them and to discuss concerns about incisions, scarring, side effects, and other factors. With individualized treatment planning, a plastic surgeon can maximize their patients’ results. Most eyelid surgery patients are able to return to work and other light activities in seven to ten days with full results evident in approximately four to six weeks.

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Is Laser Skin Tightening Effective For Both The Face And Body?

August 24th, 2010

Raleigh laser skin tightening can be used to treat any part of the body that may benefit from softer, smoother skin quality, wrinkle reduction, improvement of pore size and texture, or elimination of acne scars. Provided by a North Carolina cosmetic surgeon, a laser can provide beautiful firm skin on the face, neck, chest, upper arms, legs and other body areas with no downtime and without the need for potentially dangerous numbing creams.

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The Tumescent Liposuction Technique

August 19th, 2010

In the Tumescent technique of San Diego liposuction, as much as three times the amount of fat that is going to be removed will be injected into the targeted areas. This technique is usually performed on those who need only a local anesthetic and it can take significantly longer than traditional liposuction even up to five hours. Since the injected fluid contains sufficient anesthetic, however, additional anesthesia may not be required. The name for this technique, performed by a California cosmetic surgeon refers to the firm, swollen state of the fatty tissues when filled with the solution.

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Liposuction Aftercare

August 21st, 2010

Reston foam sheeting is placed on the areas treated with liposuction Charlotte. This alleviates or diminishes bruising greatly. Not all practices utilize this, but some plastic surgeons feel that this also will increase recovery. Compression garments are worn immediately after the North Carolina plastic surgery. Patients are typically required to wear 2 garments for approximately 1-2 weeks each. It is experience that this aids in recovery. Most plastic surgeons allow full activity as soon as one desires, usually within 48 hours from the procedure.

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Facelift Surgery Is For Patients Who Have Experienced A Loss Of Skin Elasticity In Their Face

August 13th, 2010

For patients who have experienced a loss of muscle tone or skin elasticity due to aging, sun damage, or other factors, South Carolina facelift may be an ideal option. South Carolina plastic surgeons utilize the most advanced techniques to create a smooth, refreshed, and youthful appearance and eliminate excess skin and wrinkles. Plastic surgeons employ a two-layered surgical technique to improve the look of loose skin as well as tighten the underlying muscles of the face and neck. This multifaceted method produces the most natural-looking results. Incisions are skillfully hidden along the hairline to further ensure a discreet and attractive outcome. Most facelift patients are able to return to work and perform light activities in one to two weeks, with final results evident in approximately four to six weeks. Based on your unique goals, your plastic surgeon can provide more detailed information about what to expect after your facelift.

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The Initial Consultation For Breast Augmentation

August 12th, 2010

During your initial consultation, you will meet with the Miami plastic surgeon and staff. Your previous surgeries, your medical history, medications you are presently taking, and your overall physical and emotional health will be reviewed. Your skin quality will also be evaluated. Photographs may be taken for your medical record. Your surgeon will determine what you benefit from most and whether or not additional procedures will be necessary for you to achieve your desired results. Recovery time, risks and limitations associated with Miami breast implant surgery will be also be discussed. The doctor’s patient coordinator will review surgical costs and scheduling with you.

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The Fluid Injection Liposuction Technique

August 19th, 2010

In the Fluid Injection technique, a medicated solution is injected into fatty areas before the fat is removed via California liposuction. This is a commonly utilized technique of today. The fluid is a combination of epinephrine (a drug that contracts blood vessels), saline solution, and lidocaine (a local anesthetic) that, provides anesthesia during and after surgery, reduces blood loss, reduces the amount of bruising after surgery, and simply helps remove the fat more easily. The amount of fluid that is injected depends on the preference of the San Diego plastic surgeon.

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How Long Will The Results Of Laser Skin Tightening Last?

August 24th, 2010

The new dermal collagen that is produced becomes part of the structure of the treated skin, and thus Laser Skin Tightening can produce improvements in skin which lasts for years. Some North Carolina skin tightening is so powerful that new collagen production can continue several months after the treatment. Most people report improvement immediately, with even more dramatic results weeks later. New collagen growth results in continued skin tightening and the development of a more youthful complexion with fewer lines, folds, and looseness of the skin. Continued exposure to the damaging ultraviolet rays of the sun will result in breakdown of both existing and new collagen over time, so a Raleigh cosmetic surgeon will usually tell you that it is very important to protect your results by limiting sun exposure, using a high-SPF sunblock, and maintaining a healthy and scientifically sound skin care regimen.

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Laser Liposuction Does Not Remove Fat

August 21st, 2010

Laser liposuction Charlotte or laser lipolysis like Smart Lipo, Prolipo from Sciton, and Prolipo from Palomar all represent another method to heat the fat, create an emulsion, and heat skin. It is the heating of skin that can also cause some contraction. None of these laser liposuction machines listed removes any fat. Liposuction surgery performed by a North Carolina plastic surgeon is required for that.

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Power-Assisted Liposuction Allows For More Precise Results

August 21st, 2010

Power-Assisted liposuction Charlotte removes fat with a reciprocating cannula tip. This advancement has allowed us to be more precise and enhance the experience. Easier North Carolina fat removal translates in most to increase recovery and decrease discomfort. Ultrasonic-assisted liposuction uses ultrasound technology to heat the fat and skin to “melt” fat into an emulsion. Although some ultrasound cannulas are hollow and can provide some suction, most folks required traditional liposuction to follow the ultrasound procedure.

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What Is Laser Skin Tightening?

August 24th, 2010

Raleigh laser skin tightening is a series of laser treatments, using a laser designed to stimulate dermal collagen production and the regeneration of damaged skin cells. The single-wavelength light energy produced by the laser targets fibroblasts in the dermis, which produce new collagen in response to laser energy. Increased turnover of skin cells is also stimulated, helping to regenerate and replace damaged cells. A North Carolina cosmetic surgeon will typically have a preference as to which laser he or she uses to perform this procedure.

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Liposuction Is A Hard Procedure To Perform Extremely Well

August 21st, 2010

Liposuction is the use of a suction machine and hollow cannula or straw. When this cannula is placed through a tiny incision adjacent to the area to be treated, it can then remove the fat. In our opinion, only certified surgeons trained and boarded by the American Board of Medical Specialties should perform this North Carolina plastic surgery procedure. They have had their competency tested. liposuction Charlotte is thought to be an “easy” procedure to do, but board certified plastic surgeons feel it is a hard procedure to do extremely well.

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Liposuction Has Been Improved Into A “Wet” Procedure

August 21st, 2010

Liposuction is the removal of fat and has evolved as a procedure since the 1980s. Originally described as a “dry” procedure it has improved to “wet” or “tumescent” type of liposuction Charlotte. The tumescent refers to placement of saline solution with or without a numbing medication (lidocaine) through a small incision for which the removal of fat will occur (liposuction). This tumescent solution has allowed for easier fat removal, decrease discomfort, and quicker recovery. Once the tumescent portion is done, the actual liposuction can be performed with the traditional method or an advanced method by a North Carolina plastic surgeon.

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Arm Lift Surgery Eliminates Excess, Hanging Skin From The Back Of One’s Arms

August 11th, 2010

The Michigan arm lift procedure is performed to eliminate excess, hanging skin from the back of a person’s arms. The sagging skin is frequently a result of weight loss, but it can also develop over time due to the effects of gravity. In either case, an incision is made by the Port Huron plastic surgeon along the inside of the upper arm and the excess skin is removed. The brachioplasty procedure requires approximately two and a half hours to perform.

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Good Candidates For Breast Augmentation Surgery

August 12th, 2010

Ideal candidates for Florida breast augmentation surgery vary, but usually have a few traits in common. Some of the most common characteristics are as follows. You are self-conscious of breast size. Excessive weight loss or pregnancy has changed the size and shape of your breasts. You have difficulty in finding clothing that fits proportionately. You have significant asymmetry in breasts. If you are considering breast augmentation surgery performed by a Miami plastic surgeon, you must be fully developed, physically and emotionally healthy, and have realistic expectations of your surgery.

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New Collagen Production Has Been Stimulated Through Essentially Burning The Skin

August 24th, 2010

Over the last several years, one focus of aesthetic medical technology has been on a means of Raleigh skin care for improving fine wrinkles and lines on the face without prolonged downtime. This is often referred to as non-invasive collagen remodeling. This has traditionally been accomplished by a North Carolina cosmetic surgeon with laser peels (carbon dioxide, erbium) or deep chemical peels (phenol, high-concentration TCA), which resurface the skin by creating a second-degree burn. The epidermis is essentially burned through and the dermis is injured, stimulating new collagen production.

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Liposuction Is One Of The Most Commonly Performed Procedures

August 21st, 2010

One of the most common North Carolina plastic surgery procedures in all of plastic surgery is liposuction. Plastic surgeons, in general, encourage that only healthy patients who are around their ideal body weight have liposuction surgery. When the liposuction Charlotte procedure is performed correctly and on the right patient, it is a very rewarding procedure with little downtime.

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Enhance The Size And Shape Of Your Breasts With Breast Augmentation

August 12th, 2010

Breast Augmentation is a cosmetic surgical procedure used to enhance the size and shape of breasts. There are some Florida plastic surgeons who are specialists in the Endoscopic Axillary Technique. This Miami breast augmentation technique leaves no scars on the breasts and ensures the quickest recovery possible.

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Large Ears Can Be A Source Of Ridicule

August 11th, 2010

For children or adults who have large or protruding ears, Port Huron otoplasty is done to reduce the size or set the ears back closer to the head. The appearance of the ears can be a source of ridicule and a cause of low self-esteem.

The procedure, performed by a Michigan cosmetic surgeon can be of benefit to any person who is bothered by the appearance of his/her ears. Cartilage can be removed or reshaped as necessary for the anticipated aesthetic improvement. This surgery lasts approximately one and a half hours.

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Blepharoplasty Aftercare Is Important In Achieving The Best Results

July 16th, 2010

Directly after the procedure has been completed, your Scottsdale plastic surgeon may apply a few tiny sterile bandages. This will not be done for transconjunctival blepharoplasty. Of note, it’s not crucial that your eyes be covered. However, an ointment to prevent eye dryness may be utilized. A certain degree of bruising and swelling is normal. Head elevation when lying down, as well as cold compresses, will help in healing and relieve discomfort. Your cosmetic surgeon will likely prescribe medication for your discomfort.

For a week and a half after Scottsdale blepharoplasty, you will be required to clean your eye area (eyes may feel dry, sticky, and itchy). Eye drops will likely be recommended. Your plastic surgeon will also likely list environments and activities to avoid in the weeks immediately following the procedure. The permanent stitches will be removed in three to five days after the procedure. The self-absorbing stitches will dissolve on their own over time.

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Reshape Your Ears with Cosmetic Ear Surgery

July 17th, 2010

Ear pinning is a surgical process to reshape one’s ear. Some people can be born with prominent ears while others may sustain injuries to their ear or ears that may result in deformities. There is a variety of different approaches and techniques that may be used to restore damaged ears or to reshape congenital prominence of one’s ears. Each potential patient seeking Fresno cosmetic ear surgery is unique both in terms of expectations for results following otoplasty surgery and the appearance of their ears prior to. The incisions used in this Fresno plastic surgery procedure may be placed in front of the ear, behind the ear or both in front and behind. This surgery can be performed under general or local anesthesia on an outpatient basis. The time from start to finish of the procedure is typically between one and two hours. The recovery process will usually take between two and three weeks.

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There Are Various Ear Problems That Ear Pinning Can Correct

July 28th, 2010

Other than ears that protrude, there are various ear problems that can be assisted through surgery. These will include lop ear, cupped ear, and shell ear. Lop ear is when the tips of ears seem to fold down and forward. Cupped ear typically looks like a very small ear. Shell ear is when the curve of the outer rim of one’s ear is missing. Beverly Hills ear pinning surgery can be used to improve large or stretched earlobes as well. A California plastic surgeon can even build new ears for a person who was born without or who has lost them through injury.

The surgery can sometimes leave a scar that is worse than the original problem, so you should ask your surgeon about the effectiveness of the procedure for your specific case.

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Breast Reduction Techniques Will Vary, But Will Yield Similar Results

July 20th, 2010

There are various techniques for Encino breast reduction, but the most common of them involves and anchor-shaped incision that encircles the areola, extending downward, and following the natural curve beneath the breast. The surgeon will then remove extra glandular tissue, skin, and fat. This will be followed by moving the areola and nipple into their new position. The southern california plastic surgeon will then bring the patient’s skin from both sides of their breast downward and around the areola. This will shape the new contour of the patient’s breast. Liposuction can be used in order to remove extra fat from the armpit area.

Stitches from the surgery will typically be located around the areola, in a vertical line that extends downward, and along the lower crease of the breast. Sometimes, a technique can be utilized that eliminates the vertical part of the scar. Rarely, when only fat needs to be removed, liposuction by itself can be used to reduce the size of one’s breasts, resulting in minimal scarring.

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As With Any Surgery, Rhinoplasty Carries Infrequent Complications

July 22nd, 2010

When a nose job procedure is performed by a qualified Southern California cosmetic surgeon, complications will generally be minor and will be infrequent. Regardless, there is a risk of complications that come with most procedures. These include an adverse reaction to anesthesia, infections, or nosebleed. These are capable of being reduced by closely following the instructions that are provided by a plastic surgeon both prior to and after the surgery.

After the procedure is finished, tiny red spots may appear on the skin’s surface. This is caused by small burst blood vessels and may or may not be permanent. Enicno rhinoplasty is typically performed on the inside of one’s nose, so there is no visible scarring. However, if an “open technique” is used, there will likely be some scarring on the base of the nose, but this is typically not visible.

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A Browlift May Be Desired By Those Who Don’t Need A Full Facelift

July 16th, 2010

Individuals who do not require a full facelift may be candidates for a forehead lift, or browlift, which can be used to smooth wrinkles and elevate and shape the eyebrows, creating a well-rested and refreshed appearance.

Patients have the option of a number of forehead lift or browlift techniques, including a lift performed using an endoscopic technique that minimizes incisions and potential scarring.

During your consultation, your South Carolina plastic surgeon can explain these techniques more fully and help determine which option is appropriate based on your individual needs.

Typically, South Carolina forehead lift or browlift patients are able to return to non-strenuous activities in one to two weeks, depending on technique and personal factors. The forehead lift or browlift surgery may also be combined with other facial rejuvenation options to enhance and provide more comprehensive results.

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You Are Required To Have A Consultation Prior To A Tummy Tuck

July 28th, 2010

During the consultation with your Beverly Hills plastic surgeon, he or she will assess your emotional and physical health. Followed by a discussion of your specific cosmetic goals for your Beverly Hills tummy tuck procedure. The plastic surgeon will advise you in which option will be the best for you and your anatomy while meeting your cosmetic goals. These options will include things such as a traditional tummy tuck and a mini-tummy tuck. Rarely, the surgeon will recommend that you receive liposuction instead.

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Almost Anyone Can Benefit From A Face Lift Procedure

July 22nd, 2010

The optimal candidate for a Southern California face lift procedure is a male or female whose neck and face have started to sag. This individual will also ideally have a strong and well-defined bone structure, and skin that still has a decent amount of elasticity. Most facelift patients are between their forties and sixties, but a rhytidectomy can be performed successfully by an Encino cosmetic surgeon on a person in their seventies and eighties as well.

A facelift has the ability to make a person appear both fresher and younger while enhancing a person’s self-confidence in the process. It is incapable of providing a person with a totally different look and it is also unable to restore any health and vitality from a person’s youth.

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Chin Augmentation Uses An Incision Placed Inside The Mouth Or Under The Chin

July 29th, 2010

The insertion of a California chin implant can take anywhere between thirty minutes to an hour. During this process, the Beverly Hills plastic surgeon will choose the correct shape and size of implant. The choice is made by what he or she thinks will best enhance your appearance. The implant will the be placed into a pocket over the front of your jawbone. The small incision used to create the pocket for the implant will either be placed inside the mouth or in the skin just under the chin area.

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Preparing For Your Breast Augmentation Procedure

July 29th, 2010

Prior to your Beverly Hills breast augmentation procedure, your California plastic surgeon will provide you with instructions on how to prepare. This will include guidelines on things such as drinking, eating, smoking, and avoiding or taking certain medications and vitamins.

While preparing, you should be sure to arrange for a person to drive you home after your surgery. Also he or she will need to help you out for a few days.

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The Basics Of A Tummy Tuck Procedure

July 22nd, 2010

The most common incision made for Southern California tummy tuck surgery is from hipbone to hipbone, directly above the pubic area. A second incision will be made to free the naval from the tissue surrounding it. With a partial tummy tuck, the incision will be much shorter and the naval may not be moved. It may, however be pulled into an unnatural shape because the skin will be tightened and stitched.

After the incisions are made, the surgeon will separate the skin from the wall of the abdomen all the way up to the patient’s ribs. He or she will then lift a large flap of skin to reveal the vertical muscles of the patient’s abdomen. The muscles will be tightened by pulling them closer together and stitching them into their new position. This will provide for a narrower waistline and a firmer abdominal wall.

The flap of skin will then be stretched down by the Encino plastic surgeon with all extra skin being removed. A new hole will be cut for the patient’s naval, which will then be stitched into place. Lastly, all incisions that were created will be stitched, a temporary tube may be inserted in order to drain excess fluid, and dressings will be placed on the surgical site.

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Breast Implants Are Either Silicone Or Saline

July 29th, 2010

Beverly Hills breast implants used in various breast surgeries will be silicone shell filled with either a salt-water solution known as saline or a silicone gel. The FDA has approved silicone gel implants for general use. You, along with the help of your Beverly Hills plastic surgeon will determine which implants are best for you and the results you desire.

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Breast Augmentation Creates Improvement, Not Perfection

July 29th, 2010

Breast augmentation surgery is capable of enhancing your self-confidence and appearance. However, it won’t necessarily change your looks to match your ideal look. It also will likely not cause people to treat you drastically different. Prior to your decision to have the procedure performed by a California plastic surgeon, you should think carefully about what you expect and discuss them with your surgeon.

The ideal candidate for a Beverly Hills breast augmentation is a woman who is looking for improvement rather than perfection in how they look. If a woman is realistic in her expectations and is healthy, she may be a good candidate.

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Tummy Tuck Surgery Can Help An Individual Achieve Their Goals

July 24th, 2010

Something many people strive for is a flat and well-toned abdomen. Most people attempt to complete this through exercise and weight control, but sometimes these methods are incapable of achieving these goals. Even a person who is of normal weight and who is proportionate may develop and abdomen that is sagging or loose or that protrudes. An Arkansas abdominoplasty is able to help in these cases, though is not a substitute for an appropriate diet and/or exercise plan.

Even though the results from a Fayetteville tummy tuck are technically permanent, they may be greatly altered by any significant fluctuations in a person’s weight. Because of this, it is advised that a patient not receive a tummy tuck if he or she is planning substantial weight loss, or for women who may be considering any future pregnancy. A tummy tuck is also incapable of correcting stretch marks, although they may be somewhat removed depending on their location.

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Eyelid Lift Surgery Leaves Imperceptible Scars

July 29th, 2010

As both women and men age, their upper eyelids will begin to sag while their lower eyelids will typically become somewhat puffy. These changes can lead to an older and tired appearance. California eyelid lift surgery utilizes tiny incisions that are hidden within natural skin folds. Excess fat, skin, and muscle in various amounts will be removed. Scars, for the most part, will be imperceptible. Occasionally the lower eyelids can be treated with incisions, made by a Beverly Hills plastic surgeon, created on the inside of the lower eyelid. This will leave no external scars and is called transconjunctival blepharoplasty.

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Botox Injections Are Sometimes Referred To As A Lunchtime Procedure

July 28th, 2010

Botox injections are a simple, non-surgical procedure that can be performed by an Arkansas cosmetic surgeon. They require no downtime. Sometimes referred to as a “lunchtime procedure,” the treatment requires no recovery. People who are looking for something to treat their stubborn frown lines or the area between their brows should contact a cosmetic surgeon about Arkansas Botox injections to find out if the surgery is right for them.

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Liposuction Is Capable Of Reshaping And Slimming One’s Body

July 24th, 2010

Liposuction surgery is capable of reshaping and slimming specific areas of the human body. It completes this by removing excess fat deposits. This will improve both body contours and proportions. Ultimately this will enhance a person’s self-image.

Liposuction, even performed by a qualified Arkansas cosmetic surgeon, is not a treatment for obesity. Nor is it a substitute for proper exercise and/or diet. Fayetteville liposuction is also not an effective treatment for cellulite (the dimpled skin that may appear on hips, buttocks, or thighs) or for loose saggy skin.

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Breast Lift And Breast Reduction Can Both Provide A More Aesthetic Contour

July 23rd, 2010

Many women feel that breast shape and size is important. Women who are dissatisfied with their breasts either because they are sagging or because they are disproportionately large for their body may be recommended breast lift or Arkansas breast reduction surgery by a Fayetteville cosmetic surgeon. Both procedures are capable of lifting and contouring the breasts, improving the balance of a woman’s figure, and enhancing self confidence and self-image.

In a breast lift, the plastic surgeon will likely use a technique that results in minimal scarring. Extra skin will be removed and the breast will be contoured creating an improved appearance. In a breast reduction, the plastic surgeon will remove breast tissue in order to achieve a desired breast size. In general it will be performed as an outpatient procedure under general anesthesia.

The results will be noticed immediately. Any swelling should subside within two to four weeks and the lines from incisions will flatten out and fade for roughly a year post-procedure.

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What You Need To Know About Breast Augmentation Surgery

July 23rd, 2010

Sometimes referred to as augmentation mammoplasty, Arkansas breast augmentation incorporates the use of implants to fill the desire of many women to have fuller breasts. Also is may fill the desire in a woman to return volume that has been lost after weight reduction or pregnancy. Breast implants may also be utilized in women who have lost a breast due to injury or mastectomy.

The most common incision locations for a Fayetteville breast augmentation include around the areola, in the underarm or armpit, and the crease underneath the breast. Breast implants are able to be placed either in front of or behind the breast muscles. These implants may be filler prior to or after the surgery is performed.

The procedure is most often performed as an outpatient procedure with the injection of general anesthesia. The results will be noticeable immediately. Swelling will usually last between two and four weeks. Incision lines will gradually fade and flatten for up to a year.

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What Are Some General Causes Of Foot Pain

June 22nd, 2010

Shoes: The causes of most foot pain are poorly fitting shoes. High-heeled shoes concentrate pressure on the toes and are major culprits for aggravating, if not causing, problems with the toes.

Temporary Changes in Foot Size and Shape: Temperature, and therefore weather, affects the feet: they contract with cold and expand with heat. Feet can change shape and increase in size by as much as 5% depending on whether a person is walking, sitting, or standing.

Poor Posture: Improper walking due to poor posture can cause foot pain.

Medical Conditions: Any medical condition that causes imbalance or poor circulation can contribute to foot pain.

Cosmetic foot surgery is capable of fixing many of these problems.

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How Long Do Botox Injections Last?

June 22nd, 2010

Please remember, BOTOX Cosmetic injections are temporary. The effect wears off in about four to six months. If desired, the injection may be repeated, and modified to achieve a different result each time. For more information about BOTOX injections, contact us today.

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Where Is Botox Best Used?

June 22nd, 2010

BOTOX Cosmetic injections are best on the upper third of the face. Forehead lines, furrows between the eyebrows, and lines around the eyes (crow’s feet) respond favorably to BOTOX Cosmetic. Frown lines (below the mouth) and chin creases may also be improved with a BOTOX Cosmetic injection, but response here varies by individuals.

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Botox Injections Help One’s Face Return To A More Relaxed, Youthful State

June 22nd, 2010

Facial furrows form mainly in response to normal aging (increased by sun exposure) and the pull of underlying muscles. BOTOX Cosmetic works by decreasing the pull of these muscles thereby allowing treatment of some skin creases without surgery.

Botox has become a sensation in recent years, and with good reason. Rather than surgically sculpting the shape of your face, these gentle injections simple ease it back into a more relaxed, youthful glow. The mechanism is as simple as it is effective.

BOTOX Cosmetic is the brand name for botulinum toxin type A, nature’s most potent blocker of nerve impulses. BOTOX Cosmetic works by partially blocking the nerve to the injected muscle.

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What Is A Bunion?

June 22nd, 2010

A bunion is a prominent bump on the inside of the foot around the big toe joint. This bump is actually a bone protruding towards the inside of the foot. With the continued movement of the big toe towards the smaller toes, it is common to find the big toe resting under or over the second toe. This causes a common forefoot condition called overlapping toes. Some of the symptoms of bunions include inflammation, swelling, and soreness on the side surface of the big toe. The discomfort commonly causes a patient to walk improperly.

Another type of bunion which some individuals experience is called a Tailor’s Bunion, also known as a Bunionette. This forms on the outside of the foot towards the joint at the little toe. It is a smaller bump that forms due to the little toe moving inwards, towards the big toe.

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What Is The Cause Of Bunions

June 22nd, 2010

Bunions are a common problem experienced mostly by women. The deformity can develop from an abnormality in foot function, or arthritis, but is more commonly caused by wearing improper fitting footwear. Tight, narrow dress shoes with a constrictive toe box (toe area) can cause the foot to begin to take the shape of the shoe, leading to the formation of a bunion. Women who have bunions normally wear dress shoes that are too small for their feet. Their toes are squeezed together in their shoes causing the first metatarsal bone to protrude on the side of the foot.

It is important for men and women to realize that wearing dress shoes and boots, which are tapered in the toe area, can cause the bunion to worsen to the point where surgery from a podiatrist is necessary.

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Treatment And Prevention Of Bunions

June 22nd, 2010

In the early stages of the formation of a bunion, soaking feet in warm water can provide temporary relief. The best way to alleviate the pain associated with bunions is to wear properly fitting shoes. Shoes designed with a high, wide toe box (toe area) are recommended for people suffering from forefoot disorders, such as bunions. Shoes with rocker soles will unload pressure to the bunion area. Orthotics are also recommended for this condition to provide extra comfort, support, and protection. A podiatrist will be able to provide proper guidance.

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There Is More Than One Answer To Hammertoe

June 22nd, 2010

With the conservative approach the person will wear proper shoes. Wearing proper footwear and stockings with plenty of room in the toe region can provide treatment for hammertoe. Stretching exercises may be helpful in lengthening the excessively tight tendons.

Another option is surgery. In advanced cases of hammertoes, where conservative treatment is unsuccessful, surgery may be recommended by the podiatrist. The tendons that attach to the involved toes are located and an incision is made to free the connective tissue to the foot bones. Additional incisions are made so the toes no longer bend in a downward fashion. The middle joints of the affected toes are connected together permanently with surgical hardware such as pins and wire sutures. The incision is then closed with fine sutures. These sutures are removed approximately seven to ten days after surgery.

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What Is Hammertoe?

June 22nd, 2010

Hammertoe is described as a deformity in which the toes bend downward with the toe joint usually enlarged. Over time, the joint enlarges and stiffens as it rubs against shoes. Other foot structures involved in creating hammertoes include the overlying skin and blood vessels and nerves connected to the involved toes.

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What Are The Causes And Symptoms Of Hammertoes?

June 22nd, 2010

The shortening of tendons that are responsible for the control and movement of the affected toe or toes cause hammertoe. Top portions of the toes become callused from the friction produced against the inside of shoes. This common foot problem of hammertoes will often result from improper fit of footwear. This is especially the case with high-heeled shoes placing pressure on the front part of the foot that compresses the smaller toes tightly together. The condition frequently stems from muscle imbalance, and usually leaves the affected individual with impaired balance.

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What Happens During Bariatric Surgery?

June 22nd, 2010

During the after weight loss surgery, the surgeon will use laparoscopic techniques (making tiny incisions and inserting long-shafted instruments, including a narrow camera through “ports”) to wrap the LAP-BAND System around the patient’s stomach. Like a wristwatch, the band is fastened around the upper stomach to create the new stomach pouch that limits and controls the amount of food you eat. The band is then locked securely in a ring around the stomach and sewn into place. In extreme cases, the procedure may be converted to an open procedure instead of laparoscopic. The weight loss surgery will typically take about an hour, but sometimes less. Improvements in the device and surgical technique have resulted in a very safe and effective procedure. The procedure is completely reversible.

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How does the LAP-BAND System work?

June 22nd, 2010

The LAP-BAND System, designed as a weight loss surgery, is a silicone ring designed to be placed around the upper part of a person’s stomach and filled with saline on its inner surface. This will create a new, smaller stomach pouch that can only hold a small amount of food. This will make it so the food storage area in the stomach is reduced.

The band also has the ability to control the stoma (stomach outlet) between the new upper pouch and the lower part of the stomach. When the stoma is smaller, a person will feel full faster. This will occur because the food moves more slowly between your upper stomach as it is digested. As a result, you eat less and lose weight.

Some things to consider include the LAP BAND System is a purely restrictive procedure, with no malabsorptive component. This means that your digestive system works the same as it did prior to the procedure. For the LAP-BAND System to work it must be properly adjusted. The LAP-BAND System is a tool, and requires patient commitment, regular follow up, and strong practice and surgeon support if it is to be successful. Although the LAP-BAND System is reversible, it is intended to remain in place for the life of the patient. Patients who have their LAP-BAND removed will typically regain their lost weight.

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Lap Band Procedures Are An Evolving Weight Loss Surgery

June 22nd, 2010

The LAP-BAND Adjustable Gastric Banding System is a simple yet advanced system for weight loss surgery that helps you gradually lose and control your weight by reducing the amount of food that your stomach can hold at one time. The pioneer of adjustable gastric banding in the United States is Allergan. This technology is constantly evolving, and involves a great deal of research and development.

The name “LAP BAND” comes from the minimally invasive surgical technique used (laparoscopy) and the silicone gastric band placed around the top of the upper part of your stomach. The LAP-BAND System works by helping you control your food intake and supporting long term, sustainable weight loss

The latest generation of the LAP-BAND System is known as the LAP-BAND AP System. It is the most advanced adjustable gastric banding system approved by the FDA and was built on a proven heritage of effective laparoscopic adjustable gastric banding technology.

The LAP-BAND AP System uses patented technology known as Omniform and introduces a 360 degree inflation area. Omniform technology is designed to minimize the potential for leaks due to unwanted creases or folds (crease-fold failure). At the same time, the 360 degree inflation area evenly distributes pressure for complete coverage of stomach anatomy. The LAP-BAND AP System also has the highest available fill volume so your surgeon has the flexibility to offer more precise adjustments.

The LAP-BAND AP System was designed to extend the proven performance of the LAP-BAND System.

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Foot Pain Sometimes Occurs Due To Medical Conditions

June 23rd, 2010

Cosmetic foot surgery is capable of helping people with foot pain caused by medical conditions. Some of these conditions include arthritic conditions, diabetes, and high blood pressure. A podiatrist can help a person with any of these issues.

Arthritic Conditions: Arthritic conditions, particularly osteoarthritis and gout, can cause foot pain. Although rheumatoid arthritis almost always develops in the hand, the ball of the foot can also be affected.

Diabetes: Diabetes is an important cause of serious foot disorders.

Diseases that affect muscle and motor control: Diseases that affect muscle and motor control, such as Parkinson’s disease, can cause foot problems.

High Blood Pressure: High blood pressure can cause fluid build-up and swollen feet. The effects of high blood pressure on the nervous and circulatory systems can cause pain, loss of sensation, and tingling in the feet, and can increase the susceptibility for infection and foot ulcers.

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Foot Pain Can Be Linked To One’s Profession

June 23rd, 2010

Industrial Cumulative Stress is the pain one feels related directly to their job. Because of the effects of work-related repetitive stress on the hand, there has been a considerable amount of interest in the effect of work-stress on foot pain as well. There is very little evidence of a significant impact of work on various foot disorders. These include disorders such as tarsal tunnel syndrome, heel pain, hallux valgus, adult acquired flatfoot, neuroma, toe deformity, or foot and ankle osteoarthritis. For the most part, the human foot is designed for repetitive stress and there are very few jobs that pose the same stress on the feet as many do on the hands. Regardless, there are certain professions, such as police work, which may be associated with significant foot pain. Cosmetic foot surgery is capable of fixing many of these problems.

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There Are Various Breast Augmentation Incisions Available

November 3rd, 2009

According to Dr. Francis Palmer, a Beverly Hills cosmetic surgeon, “Where the incision is placed is a consideration as it does have an effect on the visibility of the scar, possible damage to the milk ducts of the breasts and the lymphatic drainage of the breasts.” The three most common breast augmentation incision sites are transaxillary, inframammary, and periareolar. Transaxillary is through an incision placed in a woman’s armpits. Inframammary is when a breast implant is inserted through an incision in the breast fold, underneath the breast. The last incision type, periareolar, is when a breast implant is placed through an incision located around a woman’s nipple.

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Eyelid Surgery Can Be Performed As A Revisional Procedure

November 3rd, 2009

Occasionally, an eyelid lift may not go as planned. According to Dr. Francis Palmer, a Beverly Hills plastic surgeon, eyelid surgery can also be done as a revision or secondary procedure to remove skin and fatty tissue. He discusses that this procedure may be performed as a result of fat and skin that were missed in the initial blepharoplasty procedure. Also, it may be performed after a few years where aging has occurred and the tissues have again fallen. He also explains that residual fat is common in the inside portion of the upper eyelid and outer portion of the lower eyelid.

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Heredity, Gravity, And Stress Can Lead To An Aged Appearance

November 4th, 2009

Everyone ages, and with age comes wrinkles and an aged appearance. Dr. Daniel Golshani, a Beverly Hills plastic surgeon, has an answer for this. He first displays examples of, “These visible signs of facial aging, including a loss of skin elasticity and firmness, sagging tissues, wrinkles, and sun-damage, can strongly influence how we feel about ourselves and how others see us.” Then he explains that these individuals should seek a face lift from a plastic surgeon. He says, “Individuals who are energetic and excited about life can appear tired or sad due to the loss of youthful contours in their brow, eyelids, mid-face, jaw line, and neck.”

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A Facelift Is Designed To Reverse The Visible Signs Of Aging

November 4th, 2009

According to Dr. Daniel Golshani, a Beverly Hills plastic surgeon, “A Facelift is designed to lift, smooth, firm and reverse the visible signs of facial aging.” He goes on to discuss that by correcting the sagging skin on one’s face and the muscles on the face along with removing excess fat, firmness will be restored to the face. A facelift is capable of many things including creating a more youthful look. It can also make one appear more rested and have a more vibrant appearance.

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What Is A Silicone Gel-Filled Implant?

November 4th, 2009

A lot of women that receive breast augmentation surgery with silicone implants will do so without even really thinking about what they have just had put inside of them. Which may bring them to the question, “What exactly is a silicone gel-filled implant?” Dr. Lyle Weeks, an El Paso plastic surgeon, answers this with, “A silicone gel-filled breast implant is an implant shell made of silicone elastomer (rubber) filled with silicone gel as opposed to being filled with saline. Saline implants also have a silicone elastomer shell.” Some women will find this out before their surgery, and that is the best way to go about it.

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Avoiding Pregnancy After A Tummy Tuck Keeps The Results Permanent

October 2nd, 2009

Any person thinking about receiving a tummy tuck should be considering this question, “Is it possible to have children after a tummy tuck?” While looking around online I found the answer to that question on the website of a Michigan plastic surgeon. It says, “Yes, it is possible to become pregnant and have full-term babies after a tummy tuck. However, pregnancy will re-create many deformities treated by the tummy tuck procedure.”

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Gastric Banding May Be The Difference Between Life And Death For Some Individuals

October 1st, 2009

“Obesity becomes “morbid” when it reaches the point of significantly increasing the risk of one or more obesity-related health conditions or serious diseases (also known as co-morbidities) that can result either in significant physical disability or even death.” After reading this on the website of a Beverly Hills plastic surgeon I realized that gastric band procedures may be the difference between life and death for some people.

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Understanding The Risks Of A Breast Augmentation Will Help You

October 30th, 2009

When thinking about receiving any plastic surgery procedure you must acknowledge that there are risks associated with the procedure. Many plastic surgeons’ websites have lists of these including Dr. Mohamad Bazzi’s. The Michigan plastic surgeon’s website says that breast augmentation risks include unfavorable scarring, bleeding, infection, poor healing of incisions, changes in breast or nipple sensation which can be permanent or temporary, blood clots, pain that may or may not be persistent, implant leakage or rupture, as well as many others. These risks are generally rare, but can be very serious. There is also no proven link between breast implants and breast health.

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Most Breast Lift Patients Are Happy To Have Restored Breasts And The Realize The Scars Are Not As Big Of A Concern As They Had Thought

September 22nd, 2009

One of the things about a breast lift that scares me the most is the potential scarring. I wanted to know as much about scarring from the procedure as I could. I looked into it and ended up on the website of a Utah plastic surgeon. It says, “This is not to minimize the reality of a scar, but rather to suggest that most patients are very happy to have a nice, perky breast, and that in the end the scars are not as big a concern as they seem to be in the beginning.”

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When Receiving Laser Hair Removal, More Sensitive Areas Can Be Treated With Anesthesia

September 10th, 2009

Many people think that laser hair removal is a very painful procedure. This is more than likely because of the media. A Miami plastic surgeon’s website says, “Topical Anesthesia can be used for areas that are more sensitive.” Typically laser hair removal is not a painful procedure and that is not only with Miami laser hair removal, but with all laser hair removal.

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With A Neck Lift, Both Sides Of The Face Are Treated To Keep A Symmetrical Appearance

September 1st, 2009

I was looking for general information on neck lift surgery when I stumbled upon some information that caught my eye on an Oklahoma City plastic surgeon’s website. It says, “To hold the skin in its new position, strips of skin are cut away and the resultant opening is closed by drawing the edges together. The strips are removed in locations that will not be apparent after healing. Both sides of the face are treated to keep a symmetrical appearance.”

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Smart Lipo Uses A Laser To Disolve Fatty Tissue

September 15th, 2009

Many people have heard of the medical procedure known as liposuction, but rarely do they realize how the procedure is performed. I was once uninformed as well until I found the website of a Lansing plastic surgeon. It says, “A very new technique has been recently developed called “The Smart-Lipo” technique, which uses a laser to dissolve fatty tissue before the suction is done.”

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You May Have Laser Hair Removal Performed On Any Area Except For Around The Eyes

September 30th, 2009

Everyone interested in laser hair removal always wonders where all they can have the procedure performed. I found an answer on the website of a Miami plastic surgeon. He says, “Any area, except around the eyes.”

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You Cannot Tan Two Weeks Prior To Laser Hair Removal

September 30th, 2009

I was searching for things to avoid before receiving laser hair removal and ended up finding the website of a Miami plastic surgeon. His website says, “Do not tan areas for two weeks prior to treatment.”

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There Is No Implant Type The Is Best For Everyone

September 18th, 2009

I found this on a Dallas plastic surgeon’s website while looking around for information on breast augmentation surgery. “There is no one implant-type or type of augmentation that is best for all patients, just like there is not one type of house or car that best suit everyone.” It’s reassuring to know that even if my body may not be the body of a typical patient receiving a breast augmentation that my results will be the same.

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Swelling And Discoloration After A Breast Lift Will Subside Over A Few Weeks

September 4th, 2009

I recently decided that I wanted to have a breast lift performed on me so I went online to find out what I can expect for side effects. In my search I found a Chicago plastic surgeon’s website. It had my answer and says, “Most swelling and discoloration will subside after a few weeks. There may be a temporary loss of sensation in the breast skin but this improves with time.”

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By Viewing A Plastic Surgeons Before And After Photos You Can See How Well They Perform A Face Lift

September 25th, 2009

I went online searching for information on facelift surgery. I ended up on the website of a San Diego plastic surgeon “The best way to assess whether a particular surgeon’s facelift approach is consistent with your personal goals and taste, is to exam the surgeons before and after photographs, visit or talk with past patients, compare incisions styles, and recovery rates.”

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A Plastic Surgeon Can Move A Portion Of Your Chin Bone Permanently Forward

September 24th, 2009

I found my answer on a Beverly Hills plastic surgeon’s website. It says, “In an alternative method called sliding osteotomy, a portion of the chin bone is permanently moved forward.”

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Most Patients Who Have Ruptured Achillies Tendons Describe It As If Someone Has Hit The Back Of Their Calf Muscle

September 29th, 2009

The patient will often describe the sensation that someone or something has hit the back of the calf muscle. Pain is suddenly present, and although it is possible to walk, it is usually painful. After reading this on the website of a Beverly Hills plastic surgeon, I realized that I most likely have a ruptured achillies tendon.

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With A Fat Transfer Overfilling Is Necessary

September 9th, 2009

“As with collagen, “overfilling” is necessary to allow for fat absorption in the weeks following treatment.” I read this on the website of a College Station plastic surgeon. After finding this out about the fat transfer procedure I decided that it wasn’t as scary as I had previously thought.

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Side Effects From Laser Hair Removal Are Typically Not Severe

September 1st, 2009

The one thing that was leaning me away from laser hair removal was the side effects. I was very worried that they would be severe and painful, but after finding a Laguna Beach plastic surgeon’s website I knew otherwise. It says, “Possible side effects of treatment include mild redness, local swelling, dry skin, mild tenderness, blistering, whitehead-like bumps and lightening or darkening of the skin. Symptoms may be present for a couple of hours to days after treatment.”

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A Candidate For Ear Pinning Typically Has Ears That Stick Out

August 11th, 2009

“You may be a candidate for ear pinning (otoplasty) if you have ears that stick out too far from the side of the head. You may also want to have an otoplasty procedure if your ears have an unusual or undesirable shape.” These sound just like two of the reasons I have been giving my parents for the last 2 years. Maybe if I show them the Santa Monica plastic surgeon’s website where I found this information they will finally get me the otoplasty I have been wanting.

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You Must Avoid Stenuous Activity For At Least A Month After A Breast Lift

August 12th, 2009

The recovery of my body after a breast lift is the most important part in my eyes. I did some looking around online and found out some basic information about breast lift recovery. On a West Palm Beach plastic surgeon’s website it says, “Recovery: Back to work: 1 week or more. Strenuous activities: 1 month. Fading of scars: several months to a year.”

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Many Surgeons Recommend Avoiding Anti-Inflammatories After Juvederm Injections

August 25th, 2009

I was looking for Juvederm aftercare instructions when I found an Atlanta plastic surgeon’s website. It says, “Some doctors recommend that you avoid any medications that can prolong bleeding, such as aspirin and non steroidal anti inflammatories (NSAIDS), for at least a week prior to treatment in order to reduce the risk of bruising and bleeding at the injection site. Ask your healthcare professional what he or she recommends.”

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Thinking about breast augmentation in Hawaii

August 4th, 2009

Are you considering breast augmentation? I recently found Dr. Pasquale in Hawaii. Dr. Michael A. Pasquale is a board certified reconstructive and plastic surgeon and Hawaii’s top surgeon for breast augmentation. Dr. Pasquale specializes in breast implant surgery, breast lift, breast reduction and breast revision surgery. Why not make a vacation out of it while you’re there?
When choosing to have breast augmentation in Hawaii, always choose a plastic surgeon that is qualified. Making an informed decision is the key.

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Weight Training Must Be Avoided For Several Days After A Thigh Lift

August 26th, 2009

“Dr. Gordon will determine when normal activities can be resumed; however, weight training and aerobic exercise must be avoided for several days.” After reading this on a website of a Las Vegas plastic surgeon, my heart sunk. I have been working out every other day for a while now which is why I need a thigh lift in the first place. It will hurt to not be able to get any exercising in for a few days, but I’m sure it will be worth it.

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Blepharoplasty Procedures Typically Take One To Three Hours

August 15th, 2009

I was looking for information on cosmetic eyelid surgery, specifically how long the surgery takes to perform. I ended up looking online and found a Utah plastic surgeon’s website. It says, “The surgery generally takes about one to three hours and is most often performed in the physician’s office. If additional cosmetic procedures are being performed, the eyelid surgery will most likely last longer.” That was actually longer than I had expected, but I guess for the best results it takes time.

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After An Ear Pinning You Are Likely Able To Return Home For The Night

August 25th, 2009

After an ear pinning procedure the San Diego plastic surgeon’s website that I found says this happens. “Following ear reshaping surgery in our San Diego office, patients are wrapped in dressing for one night and are allowed to return home.” I find this much more comforting than many other procedures because you get to go home. Some procedures require that you stay at the hospital overnight. With this you can heal happier in the comfort of your own bed.

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Many Men Will Opt Out Of Certain Physical Activities Due To Gynecomastia

July 15th, 2009

I read this on an Orange County plastic surgeon’s website, “Gynecomastia can cause emotional discomfort and impair your self confidence. Some men may even avoid certain physical activities and intimacy simply to hide their condition.” This describes me completely. I rarely go to the gym or play sports because of this. I have always been embarrassed by my female like breasts. A male breast reduction would save my self-esteem from further downfall.

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A Body Lift Makes You Look Thinner And Younger

July 15th, 2009

I was looking around online for information on liposuction when I stumbled upon something interesting on a Utah plastic surgeon’s website. It says, “Dr. Lockwood, one of the promoters of true body lifting, points out that liposuction makes the patient look thinner, whereas a body lift tightens the skin and makes an individual look younger.” Now I look for information on lower body lift surgery.

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Facial Fillers Can Not Be Injected Around The Mouth

July 1st, 2009

I found out that there are restrictions as to where facial fillers can and can’t be injected into the face. On a Newport Beach plastic surgeon’s website it says, “Weakening the muscle action of the forehead creases, crow’s feet and frown lines with Botox is tremendously successful. This can not be done around the mouth or cheeks. If these muscles were weakened, the smile and the expressions of the face would be changed.”

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A Technique To Seeing If You Would Benefit From A Browlift

July 1st, 2009

I found this information on an Encino plastic surgeon’s website while searching for beauty tips online. “For a better understanding of how a forehead lift might change your appearance, look into a mirror and place the palms of your hands at the outer edges of your eyes, above your eyebrows. Gently draw the skin up to raise the brow and the forehead area. That is approximately what a forehead lift would do for you.” This made me realize just how much younger something like a browlift would make me look. I had never considered plastic surgery before, but after trying this I just might.

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For A Revisional Nose Job Options Are More Limited

July 2nd, 2009

Sometimes a plastic surgeon can mess up. That is what happened to me, and the worst part is that it was a nose job. I went online to see if there was anything at all that I could do, and then I found a Los Angeles plastic surgeon’s website. It talks about nasal revision surgery and says, “Unfortunately, subsequent surgeries to the nose are more difficult than the preceding one(s) due to the formation of scar tissue that lessens the options during a revision surgery.”

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Following A Breast Reduction You Will Experience Pain For Several Days

July 14th, 2009

I’m going to be receiving a breast reduction in the next few months and I had been very worried about what to expect after surgery. I went online to find out as much post-operative care facts about breast reduction as possible. I ended up finding a handful on a Chicago plastic surgeon’s website. “Following surgery, you will experience pain for several days, but it can be controlled with medication. Within a week, the surgical dressing will be replaced with a soft bra, to be worn for several weeks. Swelling and skin discoloration will partially subside in a week or two and stitches will be removed at about that time. You can return to nonphysical work in approximately one week and gradually resume fitness and other physical activities after three to four weeks.”

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Hair Transplant Surgery Revitalizes A Man’s Confidence

July 11th, 2009

“There are few things more devastating for a man’s self esteem then losing his hair. As his hair goes, so does his feeling of vitality and youth. A hair transplant helps to restore a man’s self confidence and makes him appear much younger.” I recently found that on a Honolulu plastic surgeon’s website. I thought for sure when I was younger that I wouldn’t go bald, now that describes me as good as I could have done. I am devastated, and I have lost a lot of self confidence. Thankfully many plastic surgeon’s offer hair transplants so that I can revitalize my youth and confidence.

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Even Dissimilar Breasts Can Be Adjusted To Appear Younger With A Breast Lift

July 4th, 2009

I look up breast lift information now and then looking for specifics each time. I thought I knew everything about the surgery until I found a Chicago plastic surgeon’s website. It says, “Even breasts that are dissimilar in shape can be adjusted to appear younger, healthier and rejuvenated.”

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A Breast Lift Firms And Tightens The Breast Making It Ideal For Almost Any Woman

July 2nd, 2009

I’m very self-conscious about my breasts so I often look into surgery. This time I looked into a breast lift. I found some interesting information on a Newport Beach plastic surgeon’s website. It says, “Breast-lift or mastopexy firms and tightens the breast. It raises the nipple on the profile of the breast and is often done in conjunction with breast implants.”

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Smart Lipo Is Used For Smaller Amounts Of Fat

June 4th, 2009

I recently heard of a type of liposuction known as smart lipo. I was very curious to find out the difference as I am going to be receiving liposuction in a few months. I did some searching online and found a Tulsa plastic surgeon’s website. It says, “Conventional liposuction is meant to remove greater amounts of fat.” also “Smart Lipo is ideal for the neck, jawline, arms, breasts, ‘bra fat,’ abdomen, “love handles”, “saddle bags”, inner and outer thighs and knees.”

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A Nose Job’s Final Results May Not Be Apparent Before One Or Two Years

June 18th, 2009

My friend recently received a nose job. It’s already been about a week, but she continues to complain that it still looks big. I repeatedly tell her that it’s due to swelling. So I am going to save myself trouble and find a site with information on nose job recovery. I found a Honolulu plastic surgeon’s website with just the information I need. “The patient will have an external splint or cast which will protect the nose for 1 week and the nose may be packed for 24 to 48 hours. The swelling and bruising improves to acceptable levels within 2 to 3 weeks. The final result is more apparent after 1 to 2 years.”

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An Ideal Candidate For A Tummy Tuck Is Not Overweight

June 4th, 2009

I have been wondering if I’m an ideal candidate for a tummy tuck. I am in fairly good shape, but I have a tummy that will not go away no matter how hard I try. I did some online searching and found a Miami plastic surgeon’s website. It says, “Abdominoplasty is not, however, a substitute for weight reduction, and it is not meant as a treatment for obesity. The ideal candidate for abdominoplasty has relatively normal weight with weak abdominal muscles and excess skin and fat of the lower abdomen.”

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Labia Minora Reduction Can Make You More Comfortable In All Intimate Situations

June 19th, 2009

This is embarrassing, but I feel my labia minora is much larger than a normal woman’s labia minora. I thought there was absolutely no way to fix it, but after some research, I found a way. On a Chicago plastic surgeon’s website it describes a surgery known as Labia Minora Reduction and says, “Various techniques are available for treating prominent labia minora. The standard approach utilized by many gynecologists and plastic surgeons is a simple removal of leading edge of the labia, thereby shortening and reducing it. The edge is then repaired. This is the least complicated technique and is easily completed in the office.”

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You Can Receive A Rhinoplasty And Still Hold On To Your Ethnic Features

June 17th, 2009

Being African-American and wanting a rhinoplasty may be tricky. I wanted to make sure that if I were to receive one that I would still have the features of my heritage. I did some searching to see what plastic surgeons have to say about this. I found a Los Angeles plastic surgeon’s website with information. It says, “The approach to nasal surgery varies from individual to individual. Patients may have a specific area of the nose they want improved. Ethnic characteristics must be respected when enhancing the appearance of the African-American, Asian, Caucasian, Hispanic or the Middle Eastern nose.”

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A Facelift Incision Begins In The Hairline At The Temple And Continues Behind The Ear

June 24th, 2009

I have been wondering where the incision for a facelift is located because I am worried about scarring. I decided that I would look into it on the internet. I found a Michigan plastic surgeon’s website with my answer. It says, “The facelift incision usually begins in the hairline at the temple. The incision continues behind the ear. The skin is raised to expose the underlying tissue.”

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How Are Wrinkles Created?

June 18th, 2009

I have been considering botox injections for some time now, but I have always wondered, why do facial lines form in the first place. I decided that I would look it up online. I found a Michigan plastic surgeon’s website with my answer. “The frown lines are caused by two muscles of the forehead. As the muscles contract, they will pull the skin together, as time progresses, the repeated contraction produces lines to the skin.”

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Blepharoplasty Can Be Performed In A Hospital, An Ambulatory Facility, Or An Office’s Surgical Suite

June 13th, 2009

I have been curiously thinking where a blepharoplasty procedure is probably performed. I decided I would get an answer to my question by searching online. I found a Kansas plastic surgeon with an answer. He says, “Your eyelid surgery may be performed in a hospital, free-standing ambulatory facility or office-based surgical suite.”

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In A Nose Job The Skin Of The Nose Is Lifted Away From The Bone

June 24th, 2009

I have been wanting a nose job since I was in elementary school, but my parents would never let me get one. I eventually gave up, but now I can finally afford my own nose job. I looked into how the procedure is performed so I would know what to expect. I found an Anaheim plastic surgeon’s website with my answer. It says, “In most procedures, the skin of the nose is lifted away from the bone and cartilage framework beneath, which is then shaped and sculpted as desired.”

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Many Arm Lift Patients Lost Weight Through Bariatric Surgery

June 13th, 2009

I have recently lost over 150 pounds through Bariatric Surgery and I now have a lot of loose, hanging skin. I want to know if I am a typical candidate for an arm lift or if I will just be declined. I found a Beverly Hills plastic surgeon’s website with some good news. It says, “The majority of candidates for brachioplasty are those have lost massive weight following Bariatric Surgery, also known as ’stomach stapling’ or ‘lap banding.’”

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There Are Many Body Contouring Procedures Available

June 6th, 2009

I have been wondering what a couple of body contouring plastic surgery procedures are so I did some searching online and found a Long Beach plastic surgeon’s website. His site lists a few of them including tummy tuck, liposuction, and arm lift. Now that I know a few of them I can decide which procedures are best for me.

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Breast Augmentation Incisions Are Placed In Non-Visible Areas

June 3rd, 2009

I have been curious as to how visible the incisions are for breast augmentation. I did some searching online and found a Chicago plastic surgeon’s website. It says, “The breast incision is quite small and is placed in non-visible areas. Saline implants are placed under the chest muscles, as well as the breast, for smooth cover.”

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Lip Reduction Incisions Are Well Hidden Inside The Mouth Leaving No Visible Scars

June 25th, 2009

I have always had very large lips and sometimes it’s almost embarrassing. I decided that I want a lip reduction, but I was worried that there would be scars. I looked around on the internet and found a New York City plastic surgeon’s website. It says, “It involves incisions on the inside of the lips, with removal of excess tissues. These incisions are well hidden inside the mouth so there are no scars visible.”

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In The Coming Year There Will Be More Breast Implant Types Available

June 26th, 2009

I have been considering a breast augmentation and trying to decide between silicone or saline implants. That’s until I read this, “In the end there will likely be many more available breast implant choices for patients in the coming year.” on a Dallas plastic surgeon’s website. Now I have to consider waiting a while to see what else may be available to me.

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A Tummy Tuck Incision Is Hidden Below The Panty-Line

June 16th, 2009

I have heard of a tummy tuck before, but I am not well informed. I had no idea where the surgery was performed or how they performed it before I found this San Mateo plastic surgeon’s website. It says, “A horizontal incision is made in the area between the pubic area and navel, hidden below the panty-line. Where correction is isolated to the area below the navel, a mini tummy tuck with a shorter incision may be recommended.”

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Some Otoplasty Patients Develop An Infection In The Cartilage

June 12th, 2009

I’m planning on receiving an ear pinning procedure in the late summer but I’m very worried about possible complications. I found a Dallas plastic surgeon’s website with some reassuring information. It says, “Occasionally, patients develop an infection in the cartilage, which can cause scar tissue to form. Such infections are usually treated with antibiotics; rarely, surgery may be required to drain the infected area.”

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The Scars From A Blepharoplasty Are Well Hidden

June 10th, 2009

I’m receiving a blepharoplasty in the fall and I have been wondering where the incision is placed and if the scar is visible. I looked around on the internet for an answer and found a West Palm Beach plastic surgeon’s website. I’m very pleased that it says, “The upper eyelid incision is hidden very well back within the deep crease that is seen when the eye is shut, but retracts back when the eyelid is open.”

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Brachioplasty Is Not A Surgical Treatment For Being Overweight

May 22nd, 2009

I have a friend who thinks her only way to make herself appear “in shape” is by receiving an arm lift. I told her that she needs to lose a lot of weight to be considered for that surgery, just like any other plastic surgery procedure. She continually disagrees with me saying that her arms are the only problem. I did some research to see which one of us was correct and found a Fresno plastic surgeon’s website. It says, “Brachioplasty is not a surgical treatment for being overweight. Obese individuals who intend to lose weight should postpone all forms of body-contouring surgery until they have reached a stable weight.”

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Breast Reconstruction Can Be Performed Right After A Mastectomy, Or Up To Three Months After

May 29th, 2009

I have been wondering when breast reconstruction can be performed. I did some online research and found a Chicago plastic surgeon’s website with my answer. It says, “The most common surgical procedure to reduce the physical deformity following mastectomy is referred to as a breast reconstruction. This is a staged procedure, that is, the surgeon first inserts a tissue expander either at the time of the mastectomy or as a delayed procedure approximately three months later.”

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Liposuction Is Capable Of Restoring A Thinner, Fitter Looking Contour To A Body

May 27th, 2009

A liposuction procedure to me, would save me from all of the thoughts that run through my head about how terrible I look in everything I wear. I did some online research to find out what a liposuction is capable of doing and found a Los Angeles plastic surgeon’s website. It says, “A liposuction can help such individuals restore a thinner and fitter looking contour to their bodies. The specified portion of the body is made smaller to better match the shape of the patient.”

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Larger Skin Cancer Reconstruction Procedures May Require An Operating Room

May 21st, 2009

I have been considering receiving skin cancer reconstruction for a while now, but I’ve never known how it’s performed. I did some online research and found a Los Angeles plastic surgeon’s website. It says, “In cases of larger lesions or lesions in cosmetically challenging areas, the operating room may need to be required for either the removal of the lesion or possibly repair of the defect as is dictated by the size, location and characteristics of the lesion itself.”

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There Is A Solution To Inverted Nipples

May 5th, 2009

I’ve had a problem with my nipples my whole life and always thought that I was alone. They are inverted and it’s very embarrassing to me for anyone to see them. I found out that many women suffer from this problem and better yet, there is a solution. I found a Phoenix plastic surgeon’s website that describes a surgery known as inverted nipple correction. It says, “For many women these can create emotional and functional concerns. Nipples that are flat and indented can be corrected. The incision in very inconspicuous and located usually around the nipple only. The surgeon releases the tacked down tissue using small sutures to close the area.”

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The Size And Shape Of Breasts Are Subjective To Prevailing Taste

May 29th, 2009

I have been wondering what breast size is normal to have before and after a breast augmentation. I did some online research and found a San Diego plastic surgeon’s website with my answer. It says, “The size and shape are decisions that are mostly subjective and are governed by prevailing taste.

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Improve And Enhance Facial Contours With Cheek Implants

May 5th, 2009

I’ve always had this feeling that something was wrong with my facial structure and about two weeks ago I realized that I have excessively weak cheek structure. I told my friend of this realization and he told me that he had heard about a procedure known as cheek implants. I looked into what he said and found a Phoenix plastic surgeon’s website. It had information about cheek implants and said, “Plastic surgeons use facial implants to improve and enhance facial contours. Frequently, these implants will help provide a more harmonious balance to your face and features so that you feel better about the way you look.”

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Botox Injections Rejuvenate One’s Youth

May 13th, 2009

I’m starting to look my age finally, and now I am missing my youthful look I had just a few months back. I looked into some information on rejuvenating my youth and found a Tempe plastic surgeon’s website. It has information about many facial fillers, including Botox. It says, “Botox is an effective way for softening crow’s feet, frown lines, and forehead wrinkles. The results are a more pleasing relaxed appearance.”

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Botox Injections Require No Downtime And Last Approximately Four Months

May 20th, 2009

I’ve recently been considering botox injections. I want to know as much about botx injections as possible, so I researched online and found a Hawaii plastic surgeon’s website. It has information about many facial rejuvenation surgeries and says, “Botox works by improving the appearance of wrinkles in the face that are caused by muscle contraction. There is no down time required for a Botox injection. It is relatively painless and results are apparent within a few days. The effects of Botox typically last approximately four months.”

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Each Individual May Require A Different Soft-tissue Filler

May 12th, 2009

I have been thinking about getting facial fillers to fill in my “crow’s feet.” I wasn’t sure if the surgery was for me, so I did some research. I found useful information on a Beverly Hills plastic surgeon’s website. It says, “In some individuals, the results may last only a few weeks; in others, the results may be maintained indefinitely. Researchers believe that age, genetic background, skin quality and lifestyle as well as the injected body site may all play a role in the injected material’s ’staying power.’ However, the precise reason for the variation of results among patients has yet to be identified.”

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Facial Rejuvenation Is Capable Of Tightening The Skin On Your Face

May 28th, 2009

I’ve been looking around for information on facial rejuvenation and recently found the information most useful to me. On the website of a Newport Beach plastic surgeon, I found out what facial rejuvenation is capable of. It says, “The result of the treatment is a general tightening of the skin with obliteration of many of the fine wrinkles and scars while making the deeper wrinkles and scars less noticeable.”

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Looking To Receive A Breast Augmentation in Dallas

May 8th, 2009

I will be in Dallas this next week and I am planning on receiving a breast augmentation while I’m there. I found the perfect site for me to find a doctor. Looking Your Best has a wide selection of Dallas plastic surgeons to choose from.

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Don’t Be Afraid To Ask Your Plastic Surgeon Questions About Your Facelift

May 16th, 2009

I wasn’t sure if I should ask any questions when I went to talk to a plastic surgeon about my facelift. I didn’t want to seem out of line or annoying so I didn’t ask any questions. I did some online searching and found a Chicago plastic surgeon’s website. It says, “Don’t hesitate to ask your doctor any questions you may have, especially those regarding your expectations and concerns about the results.”

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Breast Augmentation Enhances The Body Contour Of Women

April 30th, 2009

I have been thinking about receiving a breast augmentation for a while, but I’ve never really known who the ideal candidate is. I did some online searching and found a Beverly Hills plastic surgeon’s website. It says, “Breast augmentation, or breast enlargement, is offered in our Los Angeles office and enhances the body contour of a woman who is unhappy with her small breast size.”

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Liposuction Helps Sculpt The Body

April 2nd, 2009

I have been trying to lose 10 more pounds for over 4 months and I’m finally considering liposuction. I did some research online and found a Newport Beach plastic surgeon’s website. It says, “Liposuction can help sculpt the body by removing unwanted fat from specific areas, including the abdomen, hips, buttocks, thighs, knees, calves, upper arms, chin, cheeks and neck. Through a small skin incision, a suction tube, or cannula, is inserted into various fat pockets.”

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Restore Youthful Vibrance And Energy To The Face

April 1st, 2009

My brow is becoming more and more drooping looking. I’ve been wondering if there is any answer for my problem. I thought about botox, but decided I would rather have something that lasted longer. I did some research and found a Los Angeles plastic surgeon’s website that said, “Patients who desire a brow lift in Los Angeles may have noticed the effects of age, gravity, exposure to sunlight, and the stresses of life all taking their toll on a person’s face. Muscles and other tissues may slowly begin to droop, causing the patient to look tired or sad. Such factors may affect an individual’s confidence, leading them to seek their own brow lift in Los Angeles.”

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Do Your Breasts Live Up to Standards?

March 3rd, 2009

In today’s world many woman feel their breasts don’t live up to standards, or are not big enough. With this belief there is only one solution. Breast augmentation is a surgical procedure that uses implants to refine the shape and size of the breasts. Recently, the FDA has lifted the restriction on the use of silicone implants allowing patients the choice between silicone and saline breast augmentation. Breast augmentation has seen a dramatic increase in popularity over the past three or four years, a testimony to the high satisfaction rate that most women give to the results of the surgery.

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Chin Augmenation Can Help You Achieve Facial Balance

March 5th, 2009

If you consider your chin small, you may benefit from surgery. Having a larger (or “stronger”) chin can help balance one’s appearance, creating equal weight in the upper, middle, and lower thirds of the face. It can offset the prominence of a large or even medium-sized nose. Enlarging the chin can also make the neck look longer and more graceful, and this can be a helpful addition to a facelift when there is blunting of the angle between lower neck and the under-chin region.

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Restore a Youthful Vibrancy with a Face Lift

March 5th, 2009

A face lift can help such individuals restore youthful vibrance and energy to the face. The effects of time are virtually undone to restore an individual’s face and to remove many of the effects of time and aging. A plastic surgeon accomplishes such effects by working with wrinkles, tightening the skin, removing fat deposits, and by tightening the underlying muscles of the face. This not only helps to restore the physical appearance of the patient, but also restores self-confidence and respect to the patient.

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What Is A Primary Rhinoplasty?

March 5th, 2009

Primary rhinoplasty indicates that it is the first time an operation is being performed. The first operation offers the best opportunity to obtain an excellent and predictable outcome. Seeking out a rhinoplasty specialist for this first operation significantly increases the chances of obtaining an excellent rhinoplasty result and decreases your chances of a revision.

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The Best Candidates for Breast Augmentation

March 5th, 2009

The best candidates for breast augmentation are woman who wish to enhance their size or want to enhance their figure. Also many women have lost breast volume due to pregnancy, weight loss, or aging. A woman who has an asymmetry of the sizes of their breasts often wishes to receive a breast augmentation as well as women who are looking to beautify the shape of their breasts.

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The Two Most Well Known Lip Augmentation Products

March 17th, 2009

My girlfriend has been talking about getting a lip augmentation for a while now and I knew nothing about it before I did a little research. I found a Beverly Hills plastic surgeon’s website with some useful information. It says, “The two most well known products are Restylane and Juvaderm. Since this is a natural occurring substance the body is very likely to accept this substance. Experience has shown that there are very few allergic reactions to the Hylaforms. Allergic reactions to the skin are so rare, a skin test is not typically required. The Hylaforms come as a gel, which is injected, into the deep dermal layer of the skin.”

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Blog Rankings/My Zimbio

March 11th, 2009

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Brachioplasty Removes “Bat-Wings”

March 5th, 2009

An arm lift or brachioplasty is the surgical correction of excess skin to the arms. Over time, with pregnancy, weight loss or even during normal development, excess skin to the upper arms (bat-wings) can develop compelling women to seek correction.

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How Laser Hair Removal Works

March 5th, 2009

The hair removal laser emits a gentle beam of light that passes through the skin and is absorbed by the hair follicle. The absorbed laser energy is transformed into heat, destroying the hair follicle and leaving the surrounding skin unaffected.

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What is Immediate Breast Reconstruction?

March 5th, 2009

Immediate breast reconstruction occurs when reconstruction is performed at the time of mastectomy. Immediate reconstruction has the advantage of usually saving the patient at least one subsequent operation, and has been shown to have a significant psychological benefit, as the patient never has to experience the total loss of a breast. All of the reconstruction options listed below can be performed at the time of mastectomy.

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A Buttock Lift Restores a Thinner, Fitter Looking Contour

February 3rd, 2009

A thigh and buttock lift can help such individuals restore a thinner and fitter looking contour to their bodies. The buttocks are made smaller to better match the body of the patient. The plastic surgeon accomplishes this by removing excess fat and skin in the thigh and buttock and buttock areas and tightening the underlying muscle tissues. This not only helps to restore the physical appearance of the patient, but also restores self-confidence and respect to the patient.

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A Browlift Gets Rid of Horizontal Forehead Lines

February 9th, 2009

An endoscopic brow lift will generally improve horizontal forehead lines, but not as noticeably as an open approach. Advantages of endoscopic brow lift are smaller incisions and scars, and less potential for hair loss and numbness. Modified placement of incisions can be made for balding patients who require a brow lift procedure.

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Facial Cosmetic Surgery Takes Many Forms

February 4th, 2009

Facial cosmetic surgery takes many forms. Many men and women desire facial procedures aimed at facial rejuvenation such as eyelid surgery, facelifts and neck lifts. Others seek a change in the size or shape of a specific facial feature that has always bothered them such as their nose, ears, or chin. Non-surgical procedures are also available to minimize fine lines and wrinkles and to maintain a youthful appearance.

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A Facelift in a Bottle

February 9th, 2009

Botox Cosmetic, sometimes called “a facelift in a bottle”, is a purified protein. When small doses are injected directly into the muscles, impulses from the nerves to the injected muscle causing the wrinkles are blocked - allowing them to relax. This relaxing of the muscle allows the skin to smooth out persistent lines that which developed over time.
Botox Cosmetic treatments usually last about 10-15 minutes and keep the muscles that cause lines relaxed for 3 months. Results are dramatic and apparent within days and unlike surgery it is fast, simple and minimally invasive.

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Upper Eyelid Surgery Differs From Lower

February 4th, 2009

For the upper eyelid surgery, an incision is made along the natural fold of the eyelid, extending from corner to corner, and excess fat and skin is removed. For the lower lids, the incision may be made right below the lower lash line and excess skin, fat and muscle removed. The underlying muscles may also be tightened by your plastic surgeon.

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Tummy Tuck Surgery Removes Excess Skin From The Abdomen

February 9th, 2009

Abdominoplasty, known more commonly as a “tummy tuck,” is a major surgical procedure to remove excess skin and fat from the middle and lower abdomen and to tighten the muscles of the abdominal wall. The procedure can dramatically reduce the appearance of a protruding abdomen. But bear in mind, it does produce a permanent scar, which, depending on the extent of the original problem and the surgery required to correct it, can extend from hip to hip.

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Perform Other Plastic Surgery Procedrues at the Same Time as a Tummy Tuck

February 20th, 2009

Patients often have multiple procedures at the same time. The most common include breast augmentation, breast lifts, tummy tuck, and/or liposuction. This saves both time and money since costs are often reduced when multiple procedures are combined. Additional procedures would also include facial cosmetic surgery or those related to weight loss such as thigh or buttock lifts.

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The Surgery of Rhinoplasty

February 11th, 2009

Rhinoplasty usually takes an hour or two, though complicated procedures may take longer. During surgery the skin of the nose is separated from its supporting framework of bone and cartilage, which is then sculpted to the desired shape. The nature of the sculpting will depend on your problem and your surgeon’s preferred technique. Finally, the skin is redraped over the new framework.

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The Best Candidate for Breast Augmentation

February 11th, 2009

Breast augmentation can enhance your appearance and your self-confidence, but it won’t necessarily change your looks to match your ideal, or cause other people to treat you differently. Before you decide to have surgery, think carefully about your expectations and discuss them with your surgeon.
The best candidates for breast augmentation are women who are looking for improvement, not perfection, in the way they look. If you’re physically healthy and realistic in your expectations, you may be a good candidate.

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Enhance the Appearance of your Calves

February 11th, 2009

Calf augmentation is a cosmetic surgery procedure designed to enhance the appearance of the calves, enlarge them, and to make them more proportional in size and shape to the rest of the lower extremity and body. In this procedure calf implants of a variety of shapes, sizes, and contours, are inserted over the existing calf muscles - Gastrocnemius and Soleus Muscles - to achieve fuller and shapelier calves.

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Revive Your Youthful Skin

February 11th, 2009

As we age, our skin changes. Over time, the natural volume of youthful skin begins to diminish as wrinkles and folds form. But, with Juvéderm injectable gel, you don’t have to just sit back and let it happen! Recently approved by the FDA, Juvéderm injectable gel is a “next-generation” dermal filler. The smooth consistency gel helps to instantly restore your skin’s volume and smooth away facial wrinkles and folds, like your “smile lines” or “parentheses” (nasolabial folds—the creases that run from the bottom of your nose to the corners of your mouth).

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Recovery From Ear Pinning

February 11th, 2009

The patients is usually up and around within a few hours of surgery. If you prefer you may stay overnight in the hospital until all the effects of general anesthesia wear off. To promote best molding and healing, the patient’s head is wrapped in a bulky bondage. The pain in the ear can be relived by medication. Within a few days the bulky bandage will be replaced by a lighter dressing similar to a headband. The dressing should be worn day and night stitches will be removed or will dissolve in about a week. For about a month, avoid any activity which will make your ear bend. Adults can go back o work five days. Children can go back to school after a week. Most patients are satisfied with the results of ear surgery.

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How to Manage Pain After Buttock Augmentation

February 11th, 2009

Buttock augmentation stretches the tissues and can be painful, especially if the implants are placed under the muscle. Your plastic surgeon will prescribe an antibiotic and an anti-inflammatory medication. You will wear a compression garment for support, for a few days after surgery.

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Reshape and Sculpt Your Jaw and Neckline

February 11th, 2009

The goal of a facelift is to reshape and sculpt a new jaw and neck line and lift the jowls for a very natural look. The goal for a mini-lift is to simply remove the jowls by lifting them. The goal for a neck lift is to sculpt only the neck fat without removal of any skin or jowls. The neck lift is not performed if there are jowls present that need to be addressed. The S-Lift is a mini-lift.

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Renew Your Confidence with Ear Pinning

February 10th, 2009

The goal of treatment is to create pleasing, symmetrical ears which are well shaped and well positioned in relation to the head. Each patient requires an individualized treatment plan carefully designed to fit his or her specific needs. An otoplasty is designed to reshape the cartilage framework. This is done by a combination of creating new folds with permanent sutures, reducing excess cartilage and repositioning the whole ear complex closer to the side of the head. Incisions are usually placed in the groove behind the ear, thus making them well camouflaged.

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Who is Performing Your Face Lift?

February 20th, 2009

A face lift is a procedure which, unfortunately, can be performed by any physician - whether adequately trained or not. Most states have very little regulation on this matter. Because of this, non-plastic - or so called “cosmetic” - surgeons can perform a face lift as well. In addition, some physicians who are legitimately board certified in other specialties, such as dermatology and gynecology, for example are performing “cosmetic” surgery even though they often have never had any formal residency training in the specialty of plastic surgery itself. Weekend courses abound and the patient is often confused as to which doctor to see.

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Nose Reshaping Produces a More Attractive Nasal Shape

February 6th, 2009

Nose reshaping is intended to produce a more attractive nasal shape and/or a nose in better proportion to other facial features. Rhinoplasty is most often done on an outpatient basis under sedation, and local or general anesthesia. Your plastic surgeon will decide which techniques should be used.

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Sclerotherapy Eliminates Spider Veins

February 20th, 2009

The use of compression hosiery for up to two weeks after treatment is recommended, which may be used for at least eight hours a day. Sclerotherapy can be done in other parts of the body including the face. The area in the face will be red and puffy, but the resolution tends to be very much faster. Many plastic surgeons offer the option of Laser/IPL for the delicate areas of the face. Two days before the treatment, as with any injectables, we suggest that alcohol be avoided, as well as other medications or supplements that thin blood.

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Revive a More Vibrant Appearance Around the Eyes with a Blepharoplasty

February 10th, 2009

Your eyelid surgery may be performed in a hospital, free-standing ambulatory facility or office-based surgical suite. Medications are administered for your comfort during the surgical procedure. Frequently, local anesthesia and intravenous sedation are used for patients undergoing eyelid surgery, although general anesthesia may be desirable in some instances. For your safety during the operation, various monitors are used to check your heart, blood pressure, pulse and the amount of oxygen circulating in your blood.

The decision to have plastic surgery is a difficult one to make without the proper help. A board certified plastic surgeon can help you with all your questions.

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Many People Wonder What the Correct Age for a Facelift

February 6th, 2009

Today many facelift options are appealing to men and women of various ages. Patients often will ask what is the best age for a facelift. That varies on an individual basis, as every face ages differently. Some patients opt to do a little bit of surgery in their early 40’s while others wait and decide to do more of a major surgery in their 50’s and 60’s. Overall, the most important goal is to rejuvenate the patient and produce the most natural outcome, without appearing as if you have had surgery.

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Considering Cosmetic Breast Surgery is an Exciting Time

February 20th, 2009

Considering cosmetic breast surgery is an exciting time. You are imagining the possibilities and researching not only the procedures but who is most qualified to help you achieve your goals. You want to select a board certified plastic surgeon that possesses both technical expertise and artistic ability so that you achieve the natural look you desire.

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Fill In Your Sunken Cheeks

February 20th, 2009

In the medical world, the fat-injection procedure is known as autologous fat transplantation or microlipoinjection. It involves extracting fat cells from the patient’s abdomen, thighs, buttocks or elsewhere and reinjecting them beneath the facial skin. Fat is most often used to fill in “sunken” cheeks or laugh lines between the nose and mouth, to correct skin depressions or indentations, to minimize forehead wrinkles and to enhance the lips.

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A Weak Chin Can Make A Nose Appear Larger

February 18th, 2009

Chin augmentation is a way to bring balance to the facial structure of correcting a weak chin due to the related bone resorption or facial trauma. This procedure can be as simple as tissue augmentation filler to implanting a silicone or porex chin implant to have to cover all the ways you are able to enhance your chin. A weak chin can also make a normal nose appear large and an already pronounced larger. It may also give the appearance of a fleshy neck. This also brings a balanced relationship within the structure of the face. You can consult a surgeon who will be able to give you full advice which might prove useful to you.

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Liposuction is Able to Help Overweight Patients in Many Ways

February 14th, 2009

Although all plastic surgeons recommend that you be at your ideal weight, overweight patients who are unable to reach their goals can greatly benefit as well. Many have been inspired to continue to lose weight after treatment. With liposculpture, saddlebags can disappear, hips and legs become thinner, stomachs flatten and double chins can literally melt away.

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The Importance of Choice for Hair Restoration Surgeons

February 6th, 2009

There are many factors that influence the ultimate outcome of any hair transplantation procedure, perhaps most important among those factors is the quality of the physician. You should try to choose only medical doctors with outstanding academic and surgical credentials to perform your surgery. This standard is considerably higher than what is legally required for this type of procedure. For example, non-surgeons are legally permitted to perform hair restoration surgery. Non-MDs also perform hair restoration. And, while some of these other practitioners can perform quality hair transplantation, in your decision you can make a decision to utilize only Board Certified Surgeons. This policy goes a long way toward insuring an outstanding result for you.

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Children Who Endure Teasing Can Benefit The Most From Ear Surgery

February 18th, 2009

Ear surgery is usually done to set prominent ears back closer to the head or to reduce the size of large ears. Ears are almost fully grown by age four, so the operation is done on children between ages of four and fourteen. Ear surgery is also possible in adults with fewer risks. You have to be clear about what and how you want your ear to be when you talk to the doctor.

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Abdominoplasty Provides a Sleeker, Stronger Abdominal Wall

February 14th, 2009

The tummy tuck procedure tightens the muscles to provide a sleeker, stronger abdominal wall and to make the waist smaller. Loose, lax skin often compromised by stretch marks, is removed. You will be up in a day or two after surgery, but activity may be restricted for three or four weeks while tissues firm and heal. Most plastic surgeons‘ patients return to work within a couple of weeks.

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Do You Appear More Tired Than You Feel?

February 24th, 2009

Oftentimes patients complain that they appear more tired than they feel. Sometimes fat is repositioned from the lower eyelid into the deep tear troughs or the deep depressions that exist at the bottom of the lower eyelids. The incisions are easily hidden below the eyelashes of the lower eyelids and sometimes performed with no incision on the lower eyelid whatsoever, called a transconjunctival blepharoplasty. The upper eyelid incision is hidden very well back within the deep crease that is seen when the eye is shut, but retracts back when the eyelid is open. Many times eyelid surgery is performed at the same time as a face lift or a brow lift.

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Discover Which Approach is Right for Your Breast Lift

February 6th, 2009

In general, breasts that are long and demonstrate significant vertical excess skin will require a horizontal skin resection to tighten the breast. Breasts that are wide and demonstrate significant horizontal skin excess will require vertical skin removal to tighten the breast. When breasts have both vertical and horizontal skin excess, the traditional lollipop incision is used which removes the vertical and horizontal excess. Currently, most surgeons employ 5 different breast lift techniques to treat most of their patients. Breast lifts are successful when used with or without implants. However, the combination of breast implant and breast lift can successfully tighten your skin and perk up the breasts without affecting the overall size of the breasts. In some cases, a slight to moderate increase in breast size can be performed with the use of implants.

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A Forehead Lift Beats the Natural Effects of Gravity

February 14th, 2009

Drooping of the eyebrows is a consequence of gravity. As the soft tissues of the forehead lose their strength with age, the natural effects of gravity cause the brows to migrate downward, below the edge of the forehead bone, to encroach on the upper eyelids. This gives the tired or aged appearance that so many patients complain of. Treatment is directed at restoring the eyebrows to their natural position just above the boney rim of the eyes. There are several techniques to accomplish this goal but all require the pulling upward on the forehead soft tissues. This can be accomplished with a standard forehead lift with incisions well camouflaged in the scalp hair or with an endoscopic forehead lift.

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Achieve A Natural, Youthful Appearance

February 24th, 2009

Often prospective facelift patients complain they look much more tired than they feel and are looking for a natural youthful appearance. Most patients do not want to look overdone or pulled. The key to looking natural after surgery is to tighten the underlying muscles of the face without much tension on the skin. The best facelifts do not distort the hairline behind the ears or sideburn in front of the ear. The earlobes should also be left in place without being pulled forward. The surgical incisions should be difficult to detect.

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The Results of Breast Surgery can be Subtle or Dramatic

February 24th, 2009

Some women wish to enhance their body contour because they feel that their breasts are too small. Other women seek to correct a reduction in breast volume after pregnancy and nursing, or to balance a difference in breast size. The results of breast augmentation can be subtle or dramatic, and depend on a patient’s personal preferences. For many of a board certified plastic surgeon’s patients, the results of breast augmentation surgery are satisfying and exhilarating.

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Temporarily Restore A Smoother, More Youthful-Looking Appearance

February 24th, 2009

Soft-tissue fillers, most commonly injectable collagen or fat, can help fill in lines and creases, temporarily restoring a smoother, more youthful-looking appearance. When injected beneath the skin, these fillers plump up creased and sunken areas of the face. They can also add fullness to the lips and cheeks. Injectable fillers may be used alone or in conjunction with a resurfacing procedure, such as a laser treatment, or a recontouring procedure, such as a facelift.

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Breast Surgery Provides Effective Cosmetic Enhancement

February 14th, 2009

For women who are physically healthy as well as realistic in their goals, breast augmentation can provide an effective cosmetic enhancement. Breast implants are filled with either saline or silicone. Because of the current restrictions established for silicone implants by the Federal Drug Administration, we are using silicone implants only for women who are participating in controlled studies.

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Chin Augmentation Improves Your Facial Profile

February 6th, 2009

A chin implant is intended to give the patient an improved profile, as well as a more attractive jaw line that creates a better balance between the chin and other facial features. The procedure is done on an outpatient basis under sedation and local or general anesthesia. An incision is made inside the lower lip or under the chin, and an implant is placed. In an alternative method called sliding osteotomy, a portion of the chin bone is permanently moved forward. The patient goes home with a small pressure dressing over the chin. Initial discomfort is easily controlled with oral medication. Swelling, tenderness, and possible local numbness gradually subside within a month or two.

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A More Positive Self Image May Be A Result Of Breast Surgery

February 24th, 2009

Women who desire larger breasts may wish to have a breast enlargement (augmentation) procedure. Breast augmentation may also be indicated for women who have one breast that is noticeably smaller than the other. Breast augmentation is intended to give the patient larger and more shapely breasts. A more positive self image may also be a result of breast enlargement. Breast enlargement is done on an outpatient basis under general anesthesia. A small incision is made under the breast and a saline breast implant is inserted under the breast tissue or under the breast tissue and the underlying muscle. The patient goes home in an elastic bra. The bra helps hold the breasts in the correct position. Initial discomfort is controlled with oral medication.

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Combat Scars Resulting From Acne

February 20th, 2009

Plastic and cosmetic surgeons have multiple regimens that are very useful in combating the scars resulting from acne. The therapies a surgeon uses include the use of cosmeticeuticals available in the office. In addition, the therapies progress to the more aggressive treatments; chemical peels, microdermabrasion, and even the use of excision of deep scars or the injection of scars with dermal fillers. A surgeon will plan individual therapies with each patient. You are encouraged to make an appointment today to begin the journey to a beautiful complexion.

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Recovery From Breast Reconstruction

February 18th, 2009

Recovery from implant based reconstruction is faster than with lap-based reconstruction, but both take at least three to six weeks to recover and both require follow up surgeries in order to construct a new areola and nipple. The patients should avoid active sports, over head lifting and sexual activity during recovery period. TRAM flap patients can show abdominal muscle weakness but most patients resume normal activities after recovery.

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Hair Restoration can be One of the Most Joyful Experiences in a Person’s Life

February 6th, 2009

The hair transplantation technology has advanced to the point that, in the right hands, a person can achieve truly natural-looking and undetectable results. A number of surgeons today do beautiful work. People suffering with hair loss now have a fantastic option for treating it. But, just because something can be done, doesn’t mean it should be. While the vast majority of people with hair loss are candidates for transplantation, some are not.

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Liposuction Creates Proportion and Balance

February 12th, 2009

The most commonly suctioned areas are the neck (underneath the chin), tummy, waist, love handles, hips, saddle bags, inner thighs, knees, and, infrequently, the ankles. During the procedure you are completely awake, allowing you to lie down and stand up. Everyone is aware that their body appears differently when they are standing vs. lying, and by having you stand your surgeon can more accurately sculpt your body’s proportions. Pre-operative valium will help minimize any anxiety and discomfort you may feel. A special tumescent solution will be injected. This will numb the area as well as put fluid around the fat cells so they are more easily removed.

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Improve and Smooth the Texture of Your Face

February 24th, 2009

Chemical peels use a solution to improve and smooth the texture of facial skin by removing its damaged outer layers. Skin type and color, ethnic background, and age are important factors to be discussed prior to surgery. Some cosmetic surgeons work together with industry skin experts who bring over 25 years of experience to your treatment. Recovery time, depending on the nature of the chemical is from one to four weeks.

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Post Arm Lift Care

February 24th, 2009

After arm lift surgery or upper arm liposuction you will be required to wear a compressive garment which is much like a very tight shirt. The length of time for which the garment is worn varies with surgeon preference and extent of surgery, and averages 2 to 4 weeks. You may return to work within 2 to 3 days, again depending on the extent of your surgery.

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Those Whose Breast Shape Does Not Fit Their Self-Image May Desire A Breast Lift

February 18th, 2009

A minimal scar breast lift procedure encompasses several newer techniques aimed at reducing scars. A “donut” or circumareolar mastopexy results in a scar only around the areola (the pigmented area around the nipple). The circumareolar-vertical mastopexy or “lollipop” type of incision results in a scar extending around the areola and vertically down to the crease under the breast.

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Improve Your Nose Aesthetically

February 26th, 2009

It is important to have realistic goals and expectations regarding the outcome of the surgery. It is also important to consider why you want to have nose surgery. The goal is to improve the nose aesthetically to better balance with the other facial features; sometimes breathing is improved at the same time. Rhinoplasty is performed by making small incisions on the inside of the nose. There are no external incisions. The skin is lifted off of the cartilage and bone and the nose is then sculpted to the appropriate shape. The skin is then placed back in position and dissolvable sutures are used to close the incisions inside the nose.

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A Chin Implant Can Produce a Dramatic Improvement in Facial Profile and Balance

February 27th, 2009

Cheek implants are inserted through small incisions on the inside of the upper lip, which heal in approximately one week. A relatively minor procedure, cheek implants may be placed using only local anesthesia or with deeper sedation for patient comfort. Most implants are constructed from solid silicone, which adheres to the underlying bone and is very difficult to feel. While rare, complications may include infection or displacement of the implant requiring removal or repositioning. Over the years the art and science of facial contouring with cheek implants has evolved significantly, and there are many different styles and shapes to choose from. A successful outcome requires choosing the right size and shape of implant, and then placing that implant in the right location.

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Fill Sunken Cheeks with a Fat Transfer

February 28th, 2009

In the medical world, the fat-injection procedure is known as autologous fat transplantation or microlipoinjection. It involves extracting fat cells from the patient’s abdomen, thighs, buttocks or elsewhere and reinjecting them beneath the facial skin. Fat is most often used to fill in “sunken” cheeks or laugh lines between the nose and mouth, to correct skin depressions or indentations, to minimize forehead wrinkles and to enhance the lips.

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Tummy Tuck Surgery Has Little Risk

February 28th, 2009

Thousands of abdominoplasties are performed successfully each year. When done by a qualified plastic surgeon who is trained in body contouring, the results are generally quite positive. Nevertheless, there are always risks associated with surgery and specific complications associated with this procedure.

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Risks Involved With Cosmetic Nasal Surgery

February 18th, 2009

Because of the special nature of the blood supply to the nose and surrounding area, it is possible for retrograde infections from the nasal area to spread to the brain during cosmetic nasal surgery. To reduce the risks follow the doctor’s advice both before and after the surgery.

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Rhinoplasty is One of the Most Complex Procedures Performed by Plastic Surgeons

February 5th, 2009

Rhinoplasty, or surgery of the nose, is one of the most complex procedures performed by plastic surgeons. Each individual part of the nose influences the others and can have a significant effect on both function and appearance.
Some plastic surgeons are double board certified in both plastic surgery and also otolaryngology - head and neck surgery, the two specialties which focus most on the nose and its function. This unusual dual background allows them to achieve the highest aesthetic results while at the same time maximizing both breathing and airway.

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Lip Augmentation Creates Fuller Lips

February 7th, 2009

Lip augmentation can be accomplished either surgically or with the injection of temporary (dermal) fillers. Autologous fat injections to the lips are a longer lasting alternative to the dermal fillers. During the fat injection procedure, fat is harvested from another area of the body, usually the abdomen, and the fat is separated, purified and injected with small needles into the lips.

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Raise and Reshape Sagging Breasts

February 26th, 2009

There are many reasons for undergoing a breast lift. Reasons include, having breasts that lack substance or firmness; having breasts that are pendulous, but of satisfactory size; having nipples and areolas that point downwards, especially if they are positioned below the breast crease; or having loss of elasticity, weight loss, pregnancy and breast-feeding affect the shape and firmness of the breasts.

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Decide Wich Particular Breast Lift Procedure is Right for You

February 18th, 2009

Additional considerations must also be understood in deciding which particular breast lift technique will be used. The circumareolar or “donut” mastopexy is reserved for minimal type lifts and will tend to decrease projection making the breast somewhat rounder and flatter across the front. This may be especially desirable to breast lift patients with overly pointed or projected breasts to start with. The addition of the vertical incision, while mandatory in some cases, will tend to add some projection to the breast. Hence, the initial shape, projection, and amount of sagging of the breast must all be taken into consideration as well as the wishes and expectation of the patient before making a final decision as to which technique is to be used.

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Common Reasons For Desiring a Breast Enhancement

February 10th, 2009

There are many reasons a woman may want breast augmentation. Some of the most common are if you would like to enhance your body contour, for personal reasons, you feel your breast size is too small, you choose to correct a reduction in breast volume following a pregnancy, or if you have one breast that is noticeably smaller than the other.

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Liposuction Removes Stubborn Fat

February 7th, 2009

During the past decade, liposuction, which is also known as “lipoplasty” or “suction lipectomy,” has benefited from several new refinements. Today, a number of new techniques, including ultrasound-assisted lipoplasty (UAL), and the tumescent technique, are helping many plastic surgeons to provide selected patients with more precise results and quicker recovery times. Although no type of liposuction is a substitute for dieting and exercise, liposuction can remove stubborn areas of fat that don’t respond to traditional weight-loss methods.

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Many Women Choose Breast Reduction Surgery to Rid Themselves of Pain

February 3rd, 2009

Breast reduction is usually performed for physical relief rather than simply cosmetic improvement. Most women who have a breast reduction surgery are troubled by very large, sagging breasts that restrict their activities and cause them physical discomfort.

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Body Contouring can Return a Part of You That Has Faded

February 28th, 2009

Liposuction is one of the most frequently performed procedures. Localized fat pockets, resistant to exercise and diet, can be eliminated. The areas of the body of such accumulated fat pockets often include the hips, thighs, abdomen, neck , arms, and breasts. The best candidates are near normal weight people with elastic skin who desire an improved contour change. This procedure is usually performed under general or local anesthesia on an outpatient basis. The incisions are placed in specific areas to provide the optimal contouring and aesthetic result. A fitted compression garment will be worn for about 3 to 4 weeks. Activity may be resumed in about 3 weeks and the final results will be apparent in about 3 months.

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Reasons For A Nose Job

February 13th, 2009

Reasons for a nose job include reducing the size of the nose, removal of bumps as well as improving the angle of a nose. Conditions may be natural or due to external trauma to the face. This operation will also help patients who have difficulty breathing. The operation can be performed on all age groups, including teens and the elderly.

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Every Nose Job is Different, There is No One Perfect Nose

February 26th, 2009

When looking to perform a rhinoplasty, realistic expectations from the patient’s perspective are very important. The goal of rhinoplasty is to reshape and sculpt a new nose that fits harmoniously with the face and fits into the facial balance for each individual patient. Every nose job is different. There is no one perfect nose.

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Re-Establish a Youthful Looking Breast

February 28th, 2009

When performing breast augmentation surgery by itself, it takes great skill to place an implant correctly and achieve wonderful results. Similarly, it takes great skill to appropriately carry out a breast lift procedure by itself and re-establish a youthful looking breast. However, both of these operations have certain, relatively low levels of unpredictability when they are carried out by themselves. Unpredictability in plastic surgery originates from multiple factors, such as, individual wound healing factors, age, hormones and techniques used. When breast lifts are combined with implant placement the variables that contribute to unpredictability are multiplied several fold. Increased unpredictability sometimes makes it more difficult to achieve good results.

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Blepharoplasty: The Surgery

February 28th, 2009

Typically the incisions follow the natural lines of your eyelids; in the creases of your upper lids, and just below the lashes in the lower lids. The eyelid surgery incisions may extend into the crow’s feet or laugh lines at the outer corners of your eyes. Working through these incisions, the surgeon separates the skin from underlying fatty tissue and muscle, removes excess fat, and often trims sagging skin and muscle. The incisions are then closed with very fine sutures.

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Facial Rejuvenation Procedures Can Be Performed in Conjunction

February 3rd, 2009

Facelifts can be performed alone, or with other cosmetic procedures such as eyelid or forehead surgery. Most are done under twilight anesthesia in an outpatient setting. Depending on the area to be treated, facelifts usually involve incisions made along the hairline, which extend around the ears to the lower scalp. The skin is lifted away from the fat and muscle underneath. The muscle and supporting structures of the face are tightened by the doctor, and excess skin and fat are removed.

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Liposuction Permanently Removes Fat Areas Unresponsive to Diet and Exercise

February 13th, 2009

Liposuction is a very common, popular procedure, designed for the permanent removal of subcutaneous fatty tissue from areas that do not respond to diet and exercise. These areas include the hips, thighs (for the removal of “cellulite”), abdomen, knees, ankles, arms, face, and neck.

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Recovering From a Tummy Tuck

February 5th, 2009

The recovery step of the process is often the most important. Following the directions given to you by your surgeon is vital. After the procedure, dressings and bandages may be applied to the incisions, and a compression garment may be used to minimize swelling and to support the abdomen as it heals. Within a few days after the abdominoplasty a return to normal, light activities will be possible. In a couple of weeks, you can return to work aside from heavy lifting and rigorous exercise.

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There Are a Variety of Ear Problems that Ear Pinning Can Help

February 13th, 2009

Besides protruding ears, there are a variety of other ear problems that can be helped with surgery. These include: “lop ear,” when the tip seems to fold down and forward; “cupped ear,” which is usually a very small ear; and “shell ear,” when the curve in the outer rim, as well as the natural folds and creases, are missing. Surgery can also improve large or stretched earlobes, or lobes with large creases and wrinkles. Surgeons can even build new ears for those who were born without them or who lost them through injury.

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The History of Cosmetic Nasal Surgery

February 5th, 2009

Rhinoplasty was first developed by sushruta, an important physician, who lived in ancient India circa 500 BC. He and his later students and disciples used Rhinoplasty to reconstruct noses that were amputed as punishment and for crimes. He developed the techniques of forehead flap Rhinoplasty which is practiced almost unchanged to this day. This knowledge of plastic surgery existed in India up to late 18 century. The first intranasal Rhinoplasty in the west was performed by john Orlando roe in 1887. In 1898 Jacques Joshep used it for cosmetic purposes to help those who felt that the shape or size of their nose caused them embarrassment and social discomfort.

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There Are Always Some Risks Associated With Body Contouring Surgery

February 21st, 2009

Thousands of body contouring surgeries are performed successfully each year. When done by a qualified plastic surgeon who is trained in body contouring, the results are generally quite positive. Nevertheless, there are always risks associated with surgery and specific complications associated with this procedure.

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The Next-Generation of Dermal Fillers

February 7th, 2009

Approved by the FDA, Juvéderm Ultra and Juviderm Ultra Plus injectable gel are the “next-generation” of dermal fillers. The smooth consistency gel helps to instantly restore your skin’s volume and smooth away facial wrinkles and folds, like your “smile lines” or “parentheses” (nasolabial folds — the creases that run from the bottom of your nose to the corners of your mouth). Juvéderm is a smooth consistency gel made of hyaluronic acid — a naturally occurring substance in your skin that helps to add volume and hydration. It provides a smooth, natural look and feel.

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The Best Candidate for a Face Lift

February 21st, 2009

The best candidate for a facelift is a man or woman whose face and neck have begun to sag, but whose skin still has some elasticity and whose bone structure is strong and well-defined. Most patients are in their forties to sixties, but facelifts can be done successfully on people in their seventies or eighties as well.

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Improve the Size and Shape of your Breasts

February 11th, 2009

Breast augmentation is a surgical procedure to enhance the size and improve the shape of a woman’s breast. During the consultation, we analyze the patient’s frame and discuss their desires to achieve an appropriate implant size and shape. We also discuss other choices of silicone vs. saline, intravenous sedation vs. general anesthesia, and implant profiles. We work towards a goal to achieve a result that is harmonious with your frame.

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Who Does Gynecomastia Affect?

February 28th, 2009

Gynecomastia is a medical term that comes from the Greek words for “women-like breasts.” Though this oddly named condition is rarely talked about, it’s actually quite common. Gynecomastia affects an estimated 40 to 60 percent of men. It may affect only one breast or both.

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What is Botox?

February 5th, 2009

BOTOX Cosmetic is a simple, nonsurgical, physician-administered treatment that can temporarily smooth moderate to severe frown lines between the brows in people from 18 to 65 years of age. It is the only treatment of its type approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA).

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Facelifts Are an Excellent Way to Restore a Youthful Look

February 7th, 2009

Facelifts are an excellent way to restore a youthful look, but they may be just one component to an overall plan to improve the appearance of one’s face. You may want to consider laser eyelid surgery to improve the appearance of your eyes, a forehead lift to raise droopy eyebrow and eliminate forehead wrinkles, or laser skin resurfacing to eliminate fine wrinkles.

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Many Woman Want their Breasts Proportionate to the Rest of their Body

February 19th, 2009

Many women wish to increase the size and/or fullness of their breasts to make them more proportional to the rest of their body. Women of all ages come to our office desiring to enlarge their breasts for a number of reasons. Generally, women that have a genetic pre-disposition toward small breasts tell us that they desire to better fill out their clothes or bathing suits. Women that have lost breast volume after weight loss or breast-feeding typically tell us that they want to regain their breast fullness and/or cleavage. In all these cases, breast augmentation is usually the optimal way to increase your breast size, which can improve the way you look and feel about yourself.

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Remove Stubborn Areas of Fat

February 11th, 2009

Liposuction can remove stubborn areas of fat that do not respond to traditional weight loss methods. During the surgery, a small incision is made and a pencil-sized cannula (tube) is passed to suction the fat. One or two stitches are used to close the incision. After surgery, you may find that you are more comfortable in a wide variety of clothes and more at ease with your body.

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Solid Silicone is Used for Facial Implants

February 12th, 2009

Some of the implant materials are made of a solid silicone. Currently, there is no scientific evidence that this is a harmful substance. Your plastic surgeon will be happy to discuss any current scientific findings concerning the type of implant you’re considering.

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Post-operative Guidelines for Laser Hair Removal

February 12th, 2009

You will likely experience a temporary slight reddening of the skin or localized swelling during laser hair removal. You may feel like you have a bit of sunburn after surgery. Using an over-the-counter topical steroid cream is all you should need to remain comfortable. Remember to protect the skin with a SPF 30 sun-block. You may wear moisturizer and makeup formulated for sensitive skin, as desired. You may immediately return to your regular activities. You may notice hair shedding from follicles for a few days to a week after treatment, this is normal.

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Two Approaches to Blepharoplasty

February 21st, 2009

Traditional Blepharoplasty: An incision is made in the crease of the upper lid toward the temples. Once healed, it is not noticeable when the eye is open. On the lower lid, the incision is made along the lash line toward the temples, and is hidden by lashes when healed.
The Transconjunctival Approach: This is a newer technique for blepharoplasty, involving an incision inside the lower lid. Fat can be removed through this incision, but excess skin cannot be eliminated.

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Your Drooping Brow May Make Your Eyelids Appear Heavier

February 7th, 2009

Frequently, patients will present for surgical correction of upper eyelids when in fact it is the sagging or drooping of the brow that causes an overly tired appearance and “hooding,” or heaviness, of the eyelids. In some cases, upper eyelid surgery alone can make this appearance worse. Brow lift patients often receive this surgery along with upper eyelid surgery and face lift surgery for a more complete correction.

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There are Many Surgical Approaches for Breast Augmentation

February 19th, 2009

There are a variety of surgical approaches for breast augmentation, which include inconspicuous incisions in the armpit, underneath the breast (just above the crease), around the areola or in the belly button. Most plastic surgeons can perform all of these approaches, but prefers the transaxillary approach. Referred to as a TransAxillary SubPectoral Augmentation (TASPA), this technique involves making a small incision in the armpit to place a breast implant beneath the chest wall muscle. Many plastic surgeons feel that a TASPA generally yields the most natural-looking result with minimal scarring.

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Achieve Timeless Beauty with Facial Rejuvenation

February 11th, 2009

One of the true secrets to timeless beauty lies in facial rejuvenation. The positive transformation will brighten your outlook and give your self-esteem a boost. The mirror will be your new best friend. Your plastic surgeon will consult with you to insure the best possible outcome. A vast selection of techniques and procedures will be reviewed in order to arrive at the one that fits you perfectly.

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Seek Relief From Back Pain with a Breast Lift

February 21st, 2009

Patients who undergo breast reduction surgery frequently are seeking relief from physical symptoms caused by the excessive weight of large breasts. Breast reduction usually can solve these problems as well as improve the size and shape of your breasts. Following breast reduction, your breasts will be more proportional to the rest of your body, and clothes will fit you better.

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Achieve a Rested, Peaceful Look with Blepharoplasty

February 5th, 2009

The blepharoplasty operation is designed to improve your appearance as much as possible. One must accept the judgment of your surgeon and realize that he or she will remove all the excess tissue to effect the optimum result for each patient. If a patient has very droopy brows, it may be impossible to obtain a significant improvement of upper eyelid appearance without first raising the brows. The blepharoplasty (without a browlift) does not affect droopy eyebrows. Your surgeon may suggest a browlift with you if he or she feels that your most significant problem is brow drooping.

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Recovering From a Browlift

February 21st, 2009

Browlift recovery will usually require a few days before the patient is moving and a week to ten days should be allowed before returning to work. The endoscopic procedure usually has a quicker recovery time and less negative consequences than the classic method. Discuss with your cosmetic surgeon which procedure is best for you.

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Liposuction Sculpts Your Body

February 5th, 2009

Liposuction is a procedure that can help sculpt the body by removing unwanted fat from specific areas, including the abdomen, hips, buttocks, thighs, knees, upper arms, chin, cheeks and neck. During the past decade, liposuction, which is also known as “lipoplasty” or “suction lipectomy,” has benefited from several new refinements. Today, a number of new techniques, including ultrasound-assisted lipoplasty (UAL), the tumescent technique, and the super-wet technique, are helping many plastic surgeons to provide selected patients with more precise results and quicker recovery times. Although no type of liposuction is a substitute for dieting and exercise, liposuction can remove stubborn areas of fat that don’t respond to traditional weight-loss methods.

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Male Breast Reduction Restores a Feeling of Masculinity

February 3rd, 2009

Like starting to shave, the lowering of one’s voice, or developing an Adam’s Apple, a flat and strong looking chest is seen as a sign of masculinity. It is humiliating to have a chest that looks even the slightest bit feminine. Many women seek breast augmentation because they say, “I look like a boy and just want to feel feminine.” And though men never make the opposite statement – probably because the words are too hard to say – it is probably in the back of their minds. As shy as some flat-chested women are about men seeing their chest naked, they tend not to have the same level of shame or humiliation as do men with gynecomastia. It is very common that even men with the mildest forms of gynecomastia never want to take their shirt off, wear loose clothes over a tight undershirt, and spend time in front of a mirror pushing their chest back to make it look flatter.

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Many Women Desiring Breast Augmentation Have Been Self-Conscious Since Their Youth

February 21st, 2009

Many women desiring breast augmentation never fully developed and have been self-conscious of their appearance since youth. Others have had children and noticed significant shrinkage and sagging of the breast tissue following childbirth or breast-feeding. Other still just simply want an breast enlargement or have more fullness to the breasts.

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Chin Implants Improve Underlying Structure

February 21st, 2009

Bone structure is essential to an important part of an attractive, balanced face. Chin implants can improve this underlying structure, and better balance the facial features for a dramatically more attractive look. This operation is often performed at the time of rhinoplasty to help to balance the facial proportions. It may be combined with facelift, liposuction or other facial implants as well.

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The History of Breast Implants

January 12th, 2009

Prior to the development of prosthetic breast implants numerous materials were trialed for the purpose of augmenting the female breast. Up until the 1950’s materials included autogenous fat and dermal grafts, fat injections, paraffin injections, insertion of glass balls, ivory, rubber, and terylene wool.4,5 These materials frequently led to infection, tissue necrosis and firmness of the breast. The autogenous materials were uniformly troubled by resorption. The 1950-1960’s saw the use of many other products. Free injections of hydrocarbons, petroleum jelly, silicone oils, vegetable oils and bees wax were tried and led to many problems including infection, granulomas, fistulas and breast firmness.4,5 During this same time many different types of sponges were developed hoping that soft tissue ingrowth would improve the biocompatibility of these products. Polyvinyl and polyether were the most common sponge materials (figure 2) others included silastic and Teflon. Unfortunately these products were complicated by many of the same problems and were discontinued.
The development of the silicone gel prosthesis in 1962 marked a very important new era in breast surgery. Since Cronin and Gerow6 first reported its use very few other materials have been used for breast augmentation. This is partly due to the success of silicone devices and also by the subsequent FDA regulation of medical devices that was started shortly after the development of silicone gel devices.

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Preoperative Care For a Nose Job

January 15th, 2009

After the patient makes the decision to undergo rhinoplasty surgery, he or she will proceed with completing specified laboratory tests and a history and physical examination. The plastic surgeon will provide the patient with written preoperative and postoperative instructions, which are also discussed in their entirety. The patient will receive a list of medications that may conflict with the use of anesthesia. In addition, a re-evaluation appointment is available to the patient prior to the date of surgery. During this time before surgery, the patient should direct any and all questions and concerns to the plastic surgeon and his or her staff.

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Enhance the Appearance of your Calves

January 13th, 2009

Calf augmentation is a cosmetic surgery procedure designed to enhance the appearance of the calves, enlarge them, and to make them more proportional in size and shape to the rest of the lower extremity and body. In this procedure calf implants of a variety of shapes, sizes, and contours, are inserted over the existing calf muscles - Gastrocnemius and Soleus Muscles - to achieve fuller and shapelier calves.
Most people want their calves to look natural, full, and curvaceous. In many men, the overwhelming emphasis is to augment the size and bulk of the calves in order to make them look as if you have worked out.

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Arm Lift Surgery is Becoming Increasingly Popular

January 20th, 2009

Brachioplasty, also known as arm lift or arm tuck, is a plastic surgery procedure designed to remove redundant, flabby, and sagging skin folds of the upper arms. Hanging arm skin folds are not only unsightly, but also interfere with one’s ability to fit in sleeved tops, as well as causing underarm skin rash and irritation.
Brachioplasty can now offer patients the freedom of a lifestyle that they couldn’t enjoy previously. In fact, the popularity of arm lift surgery has soared to a point that according to the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, the number of Brachioplasty surgeries has tripled since 1997, with nearly 15,000 procedures being performed in 2005. Arm lift surgery is not exclusive to women. Actually, many men also undergo brachioplasty.

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Taking Care of Your Skin can Make You Look and Feel Younger

January 7th, 2009

Luxurious and medically appropriate for healthy, beautiful skin. All treatments are an hour long and include enzymes that gently remove dead tissue, chemical exfoliation to stimulate cell renewal, light facial massage, and masques to re-epitheliaze the skin. All formulas used are customized to meet your particular skin needs.
Skin care is vital in making one appear younger, has anyone had a skin care procedure performed on them that would like to share how it went?

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Are You a Candidate for Cosmetic Ear Surgery?

January 6th, 2009

You may be a candidate for ear pinning (otoplasty) if you have ears that stick out too far from the side of the head. You may also want to have an otoplasty procedure if your ears have an unusual or undesirable shape. The goal is to create ears that have normal folds and shape with a normal level protrusion from the side of the head.

Otoplasty can save a person, specifically a child from years of torment and teasing. Has anyone had ear surgery performed on them and would like to share the story?

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Breast Augmentation Improves the Overall Shape of your Breasts

January 20th, 2009

Breast augmentation is a procedure performed to enlarge the breasts and improve its overall shape. Breast implants can be inserted through incisions under the breast (inframammary fold), around the areola (periareolar), or through the armpit (transaxillary). The type of implant used, the placement of incision and the size of the implant are influenced by individual physical characteristics and the patient’s preference. These factors will be evaluated during your initial consultation and the information gathered will be used in choosing the optimal implant size and style for you.

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Why Men Desire Plastic Surgery

January 24th, 2009

Today, men of all ages and all walks of life are requesting male cosmetic surgery procedures for cosmetic reasons. Men’s goals include a more balanced nose, a rejuvenated face, a trimmer waistline. The procedures used to achieve these plastic surgery goals must take into consideration factors such as skin thickness, beard growth, or body type.

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Otoplasty Gets Rid of Psychological Pain for Many People

January 30th, 2009

The size and shape of the ear is dependent on the underlying cartilage. Cartilage is the rubbery, semi-rigid, substance the body uses to give various structures, such as the nose, their shape and flexibility. The ear cartilage is made up of a series of folds and cup-like structures, all of which contribute to its final shape. If a person is born with too much cupping or not enough folds, the ear will be forced away from the side of the head and give the appearance of protruding. Once one gains understanding of the problem, you can then understand the treatment. The surgical procedure to correct this problem is called an Otoplasty, but may be more commonly known as an “ear pinning” or “ear reshaping”.

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There Are Many Filler Substances

January 24th, 2009

There are many facial filler substances on the market today. The differences among them involve the types of materials and how long they remain effective. The one common denominator is that none of the material is permanent. Typically, the effects from these substances last from three to four months. There is one product on the market today, Radiance, which the manufacturer claims lasts three to five years. This product is most effective for softening the nasolabial folds (the groove which stretches from the nose downward to the corner of the mouth). All the filler substances are injected with a fine needle in the office setting. Most patients report mild but temporary discomfort.

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Blepharoplasty Corrects the Appearance of Droopy Eyelids

January 21st, 2009

Blepharoplasty, also called an eyelid lift, is the most common facial plastic procedure performed in my office. The first signs of aging to appear in the mid to late 30’s are almost always related to the eyes. Furthermore, psychological studies show that 50 percent of our initial impression of a person is made on the basis of the appearance of the eyes. The eyes tell others if we are sad, happy, angry or tired. Blepharoplasty corrects the appearance of droopy upper eyelids and puffy bags of the lower eyelids, and it produces dramatic and predictable results. It is very common to hear family and friends of eyelid patients compliment them that they look more rested and relaxed. Quite often, even these close acquaintances do not realize that surgery was performed. The recovery is very rapid and you can resume a normal routine in one to two days. The sutures come out in four days, and makeup can be resumed on day five.

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Chin Implants Improve Facial Structure

January 24th, 2009

Bone structure is essential to an important part of an attractive, balanced face. Chin implants can improve this underlying structure, and better balance the facial features for a dramatically more attractive look. This operation is often performed at the time of rhinoplasty to help to balance the facial proportions. It may be combined with facelift, liposuction or other facial implants as well.

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An Abdominoplasty Removes Loose Skin and Fat

January 24th, 2009

An abdominoplasty or “tummy tuck” is a commonly performed surgery that tightens weak or stretched muscles and removes excess skin, creating a flat and toned abdomen. An abdominoplasty is an body contouring plastic surgery operation in which the loose skin and fat of the abdominal wall, particularly around the navel, is removed by elevation of the skin and fat, pulling it inferiorly and excising the excess. It is particularly effective in removing stretch marks from the lover abdomen, but it must be understood that not all stretch marks can be eliminated. The navel is reinserted into the skin after the tightening procedure.

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Laser Hair Removal is the Only Permanent Hair Removal

January 21st, 2009

For many people the removing of hair through shaving can be incredibly inconvenient and in some cases (such as being overweight or aged) very difficult. Because of this problem, men and women alike look for alternative ways to get rid of their unwanted hair to avoid embarrassment from razor burn or bumps. They turn to waxing, various hair removal sprays, and other temporary solutions to their problem. However, there is an alternative to any temporary hair removal. There is only one way to permanently remove unwanted facial or body hair and that is laser hair removal.

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The Risks Following Blepharoplasty

January 27th, 2009

When cosmetic eyelid surgery is performed by a qualified plastic surgeon, complications are infrequent and usually minor. But you should always expect risks and discuss with your eyelid surgery plastic surgeon about the pros and cons involved.

1. The minor complications after the surgery include double or blurred vision for a few days.
2. Temporary swelling at the corner of the eyelids.
3. A slight asymmetry in healing or scarring.
4. Tiny whiteheads may appear after your stitches are taken out, which can be removed easily with a very fine needle.
5. Another complication is ectropion, a pulling down of the lower eyelid which requires further surgery.

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Reasons for Receiving a Breast Augmentation

January 21st, 2009

Breast augmentation, technically known as augmentation mammoplasty, is a surgical procedure to enhance the size and shape of a woman’s breast for a number of reasons. The most common being to enhance the body contour of a woman who, for personal reasons, feels her breast size is too small, to correct a reduction in breast volume after pregnancy, to balance a difference in breast size, or as a reconstructive technique following breast surgery.

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A Forehead Lift is the Procedure of Choice for Eliminating Signs of Aging

January 24th, 2009

The most obvious signs of age can often be seen in the area just above the eyes. Horizontal wrinkles on the forehead and vertical lines between the eyes can create a fatigued, angry, or sad appearance. At many plastic surgery centers, brow lift is the procedure of choice for people wishing to eliminate these obvious signs of age.

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Brachioplasty Removes Excessive or Hanging Skin from Your Upper Arms

January 24th, 2009

Brachioplasty, or an arm lift, is designed to remove excessive and sagging skin in the upper arm that often results from weight loss and aging. An arm lift procedure can give your arms the shapely contours you may not have seen in a long time or never had! Imagine being able to wear any sleeveless shirt you want!

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A Thigh Lift is the Answer if You Want to Firm and Tighten Your Thighs

January 21st, 2009

The thighs tend to be an area of the body that is often overlooked but one that can greatly benefit from plastic surgery. The thighs can be affected by both redundant skin and an over-accumulation of fatty deposits. There are many reasons why the thighs undergo these changes. The thighs are one area of the body that is particularly prone to fat build-up and deterioration in skin quality. During the aging process, the skin loses elasticity, retaining ligaments stretch and gravity takes its toll. Thigh skin is especially prone to these changes as it is naturally thinner than skin found elsewhere in the body. Weight gain also plays a roll in this process as the added skin tension further stretches and thins the skin. The problem can become quite noticeable with significant weight loss. Sun exposure and cigarette smoking can also be major contributors to the problem. Cosmetic surgery can offer a real opportunity to correct these issues and achieve a firmer, more youthful look. A thigh lift, liposuction or both, may be just the answer.

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Many Breast Related Problems May Require Breast Reconstruction

January 27th, 2009

There are many pre-existing conditions for which breast and nipple reconstruction is a viable solution to improve one’s aesthetics and self-esteem.

Post Breast Surgery Deformities
Some women are unfortunately left with unsatisfactory results from breast augmentations, implants, lifts and reductions. Whether the cause of a doctor’s lack of expertise, or an unfortunate result of an otherwise well-performed surgery, the breasts must undergo another cosmetic breast procedure to create the desired shape and size.

Inverted Nipple
The less than rare condition of “inverted nipples” can cause a woman to be self-conscious of her breasts. Surgery can provide women with the nipple shape that they desire.

Enlarged Nipple
Quite the opposite of an inverted nipple is an “enlarged nipple”. The nipple may be larger or longer than desired. This condition can also be corrected with surgery.

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Planning Your Blepharoplasty

January 24th, 2009

The initial consultation with your surgeon regarding your eyelid surgery is very important. The surgeon will need your complete medical history, so check your own records ahead of time and be ready to provide this information. Be sure to inform your surgeon if you have any allergies; if you’re taking any vitamins, medications (prescription or over-the-counter), or other drugs; and if you smoke.
You and your surgeon should carefully discuss your goals and expectations for this surgery. You’ll need to discuss whether to do all four eyelids or just the upper or lower ones, whether skin as well as fat will be removed, and whether any additional procedures are appropriate.

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Liposuction is One of Today’s Most Popular Plastic Surgery Procedures

January 27th, 2009

One of the most popular procedures today, liposuction is designed to eliminate fatty deposits in various areas of the body, such as the abdomen, hips, thighs, buttocks or neck. This is not a weight loss procedure but rather a sculpting of areas that are refractory to dieting and exercise. During the tumescent liposuction procedure, fluid is injected into the tissue to improve the efficiency of fat removal and to decrease the blood loss. Then, a cannula connected to a vacuum pump is inserted through a small 1/4” incision in a normal skin fold, and the area is suctioned. Today, advanced techniques using ultrasonic and power assisted cannulas have enhanced results. This body contouring procedure can be performed on an outpatient basis, and the patient can resume normal activities within a week’s time, but must refrain from exercising and sports for three weeks postoperatively.

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A Buttock Lift Reduces the Size of the Lower Trunk Area

January 16th, 2009

Patients who desire a thigh and buttock lift usually are seeking to reduce the size of their buttocks or lower trunk area. This plastic surgery procedure is best for individuals who are unable to reduce their size through exercise and dieting. Such factors may affect an individual’s confidence, leading them to seek their own thigh and buttock lift.
A thigh and buttock lift can help such individuals restore a thinner and fitter looking contour to their bodies. The buttocks are made smaller to better match the body of the patient. The plastic surgeon accomplishes this by removing excess fat and skin in the thigh and buttock and buttock areas and tightening the underlying muscle tissues. This not only helps to restore the physical appearance of the patient, but also restores self-confidence and respect to the patient.

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The Most Common Aesthetic Procedure Performed Today

January 30th, 2009

Liposuction is currently the most common aesthetic procedure being performed today. It is designed to remove unwanted fat from many areas of the body, including the face, neck, arms, back, hips, thighs, buttocks and knees and legs.

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Otoplasty: The Surgery and Aftercare

January 21st, 2009

Otoplasty is a relatively simple plastic surgery procedure, which removes excess cartilage and reshaped natural folds through incisions behind the ears. Sutures in the cartilage will secure the ears in the correct position from the patients head. It is important not to correct the position of the ears by excess skin removal, as this will create an unnatural connection of the ears to the scalp. The procedure takes approximately one to two hours. Mild pain medication is prescribed to treat any discomfort experienced following otoplasty surgery. A protective head band is worn post-operatively for a minimum of two weeks. Patients may return to most physical activities within a few weeks.

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A Facelift can Erase the Effects of Aging

January 16th, 2009

As people age, the effects of gravity, exposure to the sun, and the stresses of daily life can be seen in their faces. Deep creases form between the nose and mouth; the jawline grows slack and jowly; folds and fat deposits appear around the neck.
A facelift (technically known as rhytidectomy) can’t stop this aging process. What it can do is “set back the clock,” improving the most visible signs of aging by removing excess fat, tightening underlying muscles, and redraping the skin of your face and neck. A facelift can be done alone, or in conjunction with other procedures such as a forehead lift, eyelid surgery, or nose reshaping.

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A Breast Lift Restores Volume to Fallen Breasts

January 22nd, 2009

The breast lift procedure is indicated when the breasts have lost their youthful volume and have become stretched and saggy. At this point, the nipples have dropped as well and in severe cases, the nipples may point straight to the ground. In youth, the perky breast is supported by strong internal ligaments and other connective tissue structures which give it a firm feel. After childbirth, severe weight loss, gravity and hormonal changes cause these ligaments to stretch and weaken the breast tissue which looses its firmness (atrophies) and becomes quite soft. The severity of sagginess will usually dictate which breast lift technique is used in an attempt to rejuvenate the fallen breast.

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Male Breast Reduction Restores Confidence in Men

January 8th, 2009

Some men have deposits of excess breast tissue and fat in their breasts, giving them a female form. While sometimes related to medicines or a hormonal imbalance, these inciting causes are not often found to be a factor. Most cases are a matter of bad luck.

Correction of this problem known as gynecomastia is usually able to be accomplished with liposuction. In rare cases, there is so much extra skin that this must be reduced as well as the internal deposits.

This is an outpatient procedure performed at our own state of the art outpatient surgery center, requiring only 2-3 days of recovery time.

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The Aging Process can Cause Unwanted Changes in Expression

January 14th, 2009

An eyelid lift (eye surgery) otherwise known as blepharoplasty, focuses on the eyes, which occupy a very prominent part of our facial features. It is the surrounding skin, rather than the eyes themselves, that conveys emotion. The tissue, muscle, fat, hair and lashes all contribute to the wide array of expressions. Age, sun exposure and hereditary factors all contribute to wrinkles, deep lines and puffiness around the eyes.
The aging process can cause unwanted changes in expression, causing us to look permanently fatigued and older than we really are. These changes in appearance can cause emotional distress and sometimes even visual impairment. An eyelid lift is designed to restore a more youthful appearance to your eyes. It may involve the upper lids, the lower lids, or both.

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Forehead Lift Restores A More Youthful Look to your Brow

January 15th, 2009

A forehead lift or “browlift” is a procedure that restores a more youthful, refreshed look to the area above the eyes. The procedure corrects drooping brows and improves the horizontal lines and furrows that can make a person appear angry, sad or tired.
In a forehead lift, the muscles and tissues that cause the furrowing or drooping are removed or altered to smooth the forehead, raise the eyebrows and minimize frown lines. Your surgeon may use the conventional surgical method, in which the incision is hidden just behind the hairline; or it may be performed with the use of an endoscope, a viewing instrument that allows the procedure to be performed with minimal incisions. Both techniques yield similar results – smoother forehead skin and a more animated appearance.

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Liposuction is Ideal for Improving One’s Shape, Silhouette, Contour, or Figure

January 22nd, 2009

Have you ever looked at your silhouette and imagined that you could just wish away those areas that just protrude out too far? Have you ever wished you could have those fatty bulges just melt away? There is no need to feel alone as most of us have similar problem areas that we wish would just go away. That is why liposuction is the most popular plastic surgical procedure performed in the United States. Liposuction is a procedure, which is ideal for improving one’s shape, silhouette, contour or figure. It is perfect for those stubborn, unsightly collections of fatty deposits.

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Dermabrasion is Used to Improve the Look of Facial Skin

January 1st, 2009

Dermabrasion is most often used to improve the look of facial skin left scarred by accidents or previous surgery, or to smooth out fine facial wrinkles, such as those around the mouth. It’s also sometimes used to remove the pre-cancerous growths called keratoses. Dermaplaning is commonly used to treat deep acne scars.

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A Forehead Lift Gets Rid Of Your Tired Or Sad Appearance

January 20th, 2009

If you desire to minimize your deep forehead creases, furrows and/or frown lines or have drooping or sagging eyebrows that are creating a tired or sad appearance you may be a candidate for a forehead lift. A forehead lift/brow lift will smooth out your forehead, while raising the upper eyelids and reducing frown lines. It is often performed to erase many of the effects associated with aging, leaving you with a smoother, more youthful looking appearance. Younger adults who have a low brow or who already have deep frown lines due to stress or over activity of muscles may benefit from this procedure, as well.

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Eyelid Surgery Helps Rid the Feeling of Looking Older

January 22nd, 2009

Cosmetic eyelid surgery or blepharoplasty is done to improve the appearance of the upper or lower eyelids. The primary goal of upper eyelid surgery is to remove the excess skin and fat, whereas the goal of lower eyelid surgery is to remove mostly excess fat. The fat in the lower eyelids is a genetic trait and is referred to by many as puffiness. Typically, patients will say that they look older than they feel when they look in the mirror.

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A Rhytidectomy Can Make You Look 10-15 Years Younger

January 20th, 2009

A facelift can be used to treat problem areas around the face such as jowls and hanging skin. The goal is to make you look ten to fifteen years younger without changing your overall appearance. In order to maintain a natural look, some plastic surgeons prefer to use the endoscopic techniques that limit incision size and visibility.
Facelifts are often combined with a brow lift to create better harmony of the facial structures. For the same reason, laser resurfacing is often offered to reduce fine wrinkles around the mouth; a facelift corrects sagging and deep wrinkles.

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Breast Reconstruction After a Mastectomy Saves Self-Esteem

January 15th, 2009

Reconstruction of a breast that has been removed due to cancer or other disease is one of the most rewarding surgical procedures available today. New medical techniques and devices have made it possible for surgeons to create a breast that can come close in form and appearance to matching a natural breast. Frequently, reconstruction is possible immediately following breast removal (mastectomy), so the patient wakes up with a breast mound already in place, having been spared the experience of seeing herself with no breast at all.
But bear in mind, post-mastectomy breast reconstruction is not a simple procedure. There are often many options to consider as you and your doctor explore what’s best for you.

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Brachioplasty: The Procedure

January 1st, 2009

The procedure is usually done under general anesthesia and takes about 3 hours. The location and length of the incision are dependent on the amount of skin to be removed. Through the incisions excess skin and fat are removed and deep tissues are tightened.

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Many Facial Expressions Take a Toll On Your Face

January 22nd, 2009

A brow lift (a.k.a. a forehead lift, upper face lift) is a procedure utilized to correct a drooping brow and to restore a more youthful look. Laughing, crying, smiling and frowning are common facial expressions that involve the use of the forehead. Because your forehead is always moving, this eventually takes its toll on your skin. Together with aging, the result is eventually drooping eyebrows, forehead lines, and those ubiquitous frown lines. A sagging brow crowds the eyes and makes it appear that one is always frowning or angry. Often, a brow lift alone can correct upper eyelid skin excess that cannot be corrected with an eyelid lift alone. Raising the brows and tightening the upper face “opens up” the eyes, restoring a rested, more youthful look. A brow lift can be performed alone, or in conjunction with a face-neck lift and/or blepharoplasty.

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Botox is a Safe and Effective Way of Addressing Facial Lines and Wrinkles

January 20th, 2009

Botox is a safe and effective way of addressing lines and wrinkles to the face that occur during the aging process. The process is simple and requires very little time with minimal recovery. Best of all, this is a non-surgical procedure and can, therefore, be performed in the office.
Botox is an affordable alternative to a facelift, has anyone had botox injections before and would like to share their success story?

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What Can a Breast Augmentation do for You?

January 1st, 2009

Breast Augmentation improves the size and appearance of the breasts. Women choose breast augmentation because they feel their breasts are too small, there is a discrepancy between the size of the breasts, or for further reconstruction following other breast surgery.

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Male Breast Reduction Can Save A Male From Emotional Devastation

January 22nd, 2009

Gynecomastia can be emotionally devastating. A man or boy with gynecomastia struggles with anxiety over such simple acts as taking off his shirt at the beach. For men who feel self-conscious about their appearance, breast-reduction surgery can help. Male breast reduction removes fat and or glandular tissue from the breasts and in extreme cases removes excess skin, resulting in a chest that is flatter, firmer, and better contoured.

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Chemical Peel Smooths the Texture of the Facial Skin

January 14th, 2009

Chemical peel uses a chemical solution to improve and smooth the texture of the facial skin by removing its damaged outer layers. It is helpful for those individuals with facial blemishes, wrinkles and uneven skin pigmentation. Phenol, trichloroacetic acid (TCA) and alphahydroxy acids (AHAs) are used for this purpose. The precise formula used may be adjusted to meet each patient’s needs. Although chemical peel may be performed in conjunction with a facelift, it is not a substitute for such surgery, nor will it prevent or slow the aging process. Once you and your plastic surgeon have decided on a specific peel program, be sure to ask about any details that you do not understand.

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Enhance and Correct your Nose with a Rhinoplasty

January 20th, 2009

Rhinoplasty, or nasal surgery, can enhance the shape, size, and general appearance of your nose by correcting a drooping nasal tip, a bump on the nasal bridge, and other unfavorable attributes. Chin enhancement is a procedure often performed alongside rhinoplasty to achieve optimal facial balance.
The procedure is done on an outpatient basis under sedation or general anesthesia. Working through nasal incisions, the nose’s framework of bone and cartilage is sculpted to the desired shape. Changes may be made to reshape the tip, reduce the size or width of the nose, increase or decrease the nasal bridge, or change the angle between the nose and the upper lip.

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A Mastopexy Gets Rid of Your Sagging Breasts

January 8th, 2009

The breast lift procedure (mastopexy) is performed for patients who have sagging breasts due to pregnancy or aging. The nipples may be lower than desired giving the patient an aged look.

The procedure is similar to the breast reduction; however, the breast tissue and fat are preserved. Incisions will be made around the nipple, extending vertically to the fold of the breast and along the breast fold. This may be combined with a breast augmentation under certain circumstances.

The patient will have a supportive dressing for the first day then will be placed in a sports bra that should be worn for 3 to 4 weeks. The scars will fade tremendously over the following year.

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Get Rid of Stubborn Fat with Liposuction

January 1st, 2009

While plastic surgeons encourage approaching liposuction from a state of good health, diet and exercise, they can effectively remove stubborn areas of fat that won’t respond in any other way. Through a very tiny incision, which can be concealed, a plastic surgeon will place a tube deep beneath the skin. With a combination of ultrasound energy and suction, a plastic surgeon can remove and sculpt fatty layers. The liposuction they perform is usually circumferential which will tailor the area front to back and avoid any irregularities. Afterwards a compression garment or girdle will help control swelling and provide comfort while the skin shrinks and the bruising resolves.

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A Nose Job Improves Your Nasal Features

January 15th, 2009

Many features which are not desirable in a nose may be improved through cosmetic surgery. Noses may be made narrower, straighter, longer or shorter. Humps may be removed and the shape, size and angle and definition of the tip of the nose may be altered. Breathing problems caused by a deviated septum may be corrected. Rhinoplasty may be performed at any time after facial growth has been completed that is age 15-16 for women and age 16-17 for men. The ideal outcome in rhinoplasty is a natural appearing with balance and harmony, enhancing beauty of the eyes and lips.
Because of the special nature of the blood supply to the nose and surrounding area, it is possible for retrograde infections from the nasal area to spread to the brain. To reduce the risks follow the doctor’s advice both before and after the surgery.

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Otoplasty Complications are Infrequent with a Qualified Surgeon

January 27th, 2009

When cosmetic ear surgery is performed by a qualified, experienced plastic surgeon, complications are infrequent and usually minor. Nevertheless, as with any operation, there are risks associated with surgery and specific complications associated with this procedure. A small percentage of patients may develop a blood clot on the ear. It may dissolve naturally or can be drawn out with a needle. Occasionally, patients develop an infection in the cartilage, which can cause scar tissue to form. Such infections are usually treated with antibiotics; rarely, surgery may be required to drain the infected area.

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Remove Redundant, Flabby, and Sagging Skin Folds of the Upper Arms

January 9th, 2009

Arm lift (also known as brachioplasty) is a procedure designed to remove excess skin and fat from the upper arm. The goal of the surgery is to obtain a more toned, defined arm.
Liposuction may be used in conjunction with brachioplasty to further enhance results. Incisions are usually made on the inside of the arm in an inconspicuous area. Depending on the extent of the surgery, some arm lift procedures can be accomplished by making a small incision in the armpit area. Most people can return to work one to two weeks following arm lift surgery with minimal restrictions.

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Lasting Permanent Make-Up that Enhances your Natural Beauty

January 1st, 2009

This is the most fabulous time saving procedure ever. It involves gently implanting the perfect pigment of color that is suited to you. This pigment is implanted into your skin to create a natural looking makeup that never wears off. Perfect for eye liner, eye brows, and lip color.

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Male Breast Reduction Gets Rid of Embarrassment

January 15th, 2009

Gynecomastia can be performed under general anesthesia or under local anesthesia with intravenous sedation and takes between 1 and 2 hours. Male breast reduction is a plastic surgery procedure where the reduction of breast volume can many times be accomplished with ultrasound assisted liposuction. In some cases, a small incision may need to be made in order to remove tissue directly. In rare cases, skin may be removed from around the areola.
Initial recovery time for gynecomastia is from 7 to 10 days. The complete recovery time is from 4 to 6 weeks. This means no heavy exercise such as lifting weights, vigorous workouts at the gym, or any other strenuous activity. It may take at least 6 months to a year for the final results.

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Ear Pinning: The Surgery

January 22nd, 2009

Ear pinning usually takes two or three hours, the technique depends on the problem. In one of the more common techniques, the surgeon makes a small incision in the back of the car to expose the car cartilage. Then the plastic surgeon will sculpt the cartilage and bend it back towards the head. The stitches which are non removable may be used to help maintain the new shape. Some times as large piece of the cartilage is removed to give a more natural looking fold, when the surgery is complete. In another technique, a similar incision is made in the back of the ear. Skin is removed and stitches are used to fold the cartilage back on itself to reshape the ear without removing cartilage. The surgery will leave a faint sear in the back of the ear, which will fade with time.

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Asian Eyelid Surgery

January 8th, 2009

The exotic look of a surgically revised asian eye has been perfected by some plastic surgeons. The procedure involves creating a pleasing double fold above the single eyelid. This procedure widens the eye into a beautifully shaped almond. Fine sutures leave no significant evidence of surgery.
I had no idea they had a completely different surgery for Asian eyelids. I wonder if it is more difficult than American eyelids. Has anyone had an experience with this that they would like to share?

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The First Step in Receiving a Tummy Tuck

January 22nd, 2009

The first consultation allows you to meet with your plastic surgeon and staff to discuss your needs and concerns. You will learn about your surgery, the risks and complications, recovery time and look at before and after pictures. Your discussion with him or her covers all aspects of the surgery and you will discuss with him or her your expectations of the surgery. Your plastic surgeon will be able to examine your body and talk about the procedures necessary to meet your expectations.
During the consultation, you will be asked about the results you would like to achieve from abdominoplasty. This will help your surgeon to understand your expectations and determine whether they realistically can be achieved. He or she will individualize your treatment plan with you and discuss with you what type of abdominoplasty will give you your best results (ie. mini-abdominoplasty vs. full abdominoplasty vs. extended abdominoplasty).
You will have before pictures taken, which allows the physician to plan your surgery and also allows computer imaging to be done and viewed at a later date. After meeting with your surgeon you will have the opportunity to meet with the nurse and review pre-operative and post-operative care necessary for the surgery. You plastic surgeon’s assistant will discuss fees and schedule your surgery at a time convenient to both schedules.

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The Solution to Saggy Thighs is a Thigh Lift

January 30th, 2009

The skin does not always fully conform to the body’s new shape following significant weight loss. The skin may lose elasticity and begin to sag. One of the areas of the body most affected by this problem is the thigh area.
Thanks to thigh lift surgery, a highly effective cosmetic surgical procedure that removes excess fat and skin from the thighs, a solution is available. A thigh lift can dramatically improve the thigh area, as well as enhance the overall appearance of the figure. After working hard to lose a significant amount of weight, developing a secondary problem such as excess, sagging skin can be very frustrating.

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Tummy Tuck Surgery Gets Rid of Your Protruding Belly

January 15th, 2009

Abdominoplasty, also known as a tummy tuck, removes loose hanging abdominal skin and tightens weakened abdominal wall muscles. Because even diligent diet and exercise cannot fix these problems, each year more than 80,000 American women and men undergo tummy tuck surgery. Women and men who have a protruding belly, loose hanging abdominal skin and weak abdominal muscles are candidates for a full tummy tuck.
Mini-abdominoplasty, also known as a mini-tummy tuck, is reserved for those who have only a limited amount of loose skin or stretch marks in the lower abdomen, or above the public bone. Also, Mini tummy tuck does not usually involve the tightening of abdominal muscles. Therefore, it is sometimes combined with liposuction for patients with excessive fat, but limited looseness of the abdomen.

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Labioplasty can Rid a Woman of Discomfort and Embarrassment

January 27th, 2009

Many women are unhappy with the size of their labia minora (inner vaginal lips), which may cause insecurity or embarrassment with a sexual partner, discomfort in tight fitting pants or swim wear, or other hygienic problems. Women have become more aware of differences in genital appearance, due in large part of nudity in magazines and nude presentation in movies. When labia minora are enlarged or unequal in size, some women harbor feelings of deformity or being abnormal, with loss of self-esteem. Most women do not desire the smaller inner vaginal lips to project much beyond the larger outer lips, and many do not want the smaller inner lips to extend beyond the outer lips. Labioplasty can help get rid of these problems.

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Cheek and Chin Implants Modify the Underlying Structure of the Face

January 16th, 2009

Cheek implants (malar augmentation) and chin implants (mentoplasty) modify the underlying structure of the face to produce a pleasing combination of facial elements. Using components of classic beauty, in this case prominent cheekbones and a strong chin projection, your board certified plastic surgeon will create a countenance of balance and distinction.
The proportioning qualities of these procedures can benefit patients in many ways. Both can enhance a facelift, correct asymmetries and congenital defects, cheek implants can recontour sagging mid-facial tissues, and a chin implant can shorten the perceived length of the nose.

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The Risks of Breast Reduction

January 21st, 2009

Fortunately, significant complications from breast reduction are infrequent. Every year, many thousands of women undergo successful breast reduction surgery, experience no major problems and are pleased with the results. Anyone considering surgery, however, should be aware of both the benefits and the risks.
Has anyone had an experience with a breast reduction that they would like to share?

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Large, Heavy, or Hanging Breasts Can Cause Embarrassment and Difficulties

January 13th, 2009

Just as women can be quite self-conscious with underdeveloped breasts, large heavy or hanging breasts can cause embarrassment and difficulties all of their own. Plastic surgeons understand that over-development of the breast can cause a tremendous problem in self- esteem, the inability to exercise, difficulty with posture, backache and unwanted attention.
Many plastic surgeons have spent years perfecting their short scar approach to reduce the breast size, relieve the sagging and improve the breast contour and shape. The nipple is not removed or replaced. Plastic surgeons are able to preserve ducts and sensation to the nipple, though your ability to breast-feed is most likely reduced. Scars are inconspicuous and can be covered by most bathing suits and low cut clothing.
Fortunately, insurance plans may cover breast reduction surgery. However, denial by insurance or a request by insurance that a very harsh or excessive reduction be carried out, prompts many patients to go outside of ordinary insurance coverage to seek help. At many centers for aesthetic surgery, private and comprehensive services are available. The centers pride themselves in providing affordable breast reduction surgery for those who don’t qualify under today’s restrictive insurance plans.

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A Face Lift Harmonizes Your Facial Structure

January 30th, 2009

When the facial aging process begins to take place and the face is sometimes out of harmony with the eyelids or forehead, some patients become self-conscious. And when patients state that they look older than they truly feel or their friends tell them that they look tired and not well rested, a facelift or a neck lift is performed. The face/neck lift is a very popular procedure done frequently in the United States and it is in the top 1/3 in popularity of all cosmetic procedures performed on the face. The facelift procedure is done for cosmetic reasons, and it is a procedure that is done on the face and neck to rejuvenate the face. This procedure tightens up lax facial skin, neck skin and muscles, jowls, and addresses neck fat as well. It also tightens the muscles in the face, the posterior portion of the neck and the front portion of the neck. Excess skin is removed around the ears and fat is removed underneath the neck.

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The Benefits of Breast Augmentation

January 27th, 2009

Despite what may be touted in the media today, there are no exercises or medications that will have any effect on breast size. Breast enhancement can be a dramatic step in releasing your potential and creating a new you. Breast augmentation can create self-esteem, self-confidence and a new figure. Your plastic surgeon will work with you to select the highest quality implant of proper size and shape to give you a beautiful, safe enhancement, tailored specifically for you.

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Improve The Appearance of Protruding Ears

January 30th, 2009

Otoplasty (Cosmetic Ear Surgery) is a surgical procedure used to improve the appearance of protruding ears or to reduce the size of large ears. It can also help correct ear deformities such as “lop ear,” “cupped ear,” or “shell ear.” Otoplasty can be performed on children and adults, however children need to wait until the ears are almost fully grown. This usually occurs by the age of 4 or 5.

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What is Restylane Used for?

January 1st, 2009

Soft-tissue fillers, most commonly injectable hyaluronic acid (Restylane) or fat, can help fill in lines and creases, temporarily restoring a smoother, more youthful-looking appearance. When injected beneath the skin, these fillers plump up creased and sunken areas of the face. They can also add fullness to the lips and cheeks. Injectable fillers may be used alone or in conjunction with a resurfacing procedure, such as a laser treatment, or a recontouring procedure, such as a facelift.

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Your Body Type is Important in Deciding Which Breast Implant is Right for You

January 10th, 2009

Many plastic surgeons like to take into consideration the woman’s body type when discussing the size and type of the breast implant. Height and body weight are certainly important elements to consider. The width of the shoulder and the chest wall have a very important barring on how a particular breast implant will look on a particular woman. The waistline is critical to the size of the breast implant plastic surgeons recommend. The goal is to create female curves that are elegant and pleasing, starting from the armpit, gently curving outwards and then back into the waistline. A well shaped breast is one that gives curves to a woman that is balanced with the waist and hips, without being distracting, uncomfortable and looking awkward in clothing.

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Breast Reduction Aftercare Information

January 17th, 2009

After breast reduction, you’ll be wrapped in an elastic bandage or a surgical bra over gauze dressings. A small tube may be placed in each breast to drain off blood and fluids for the first day or two. You may feel some pain for the first couple of days-especially when you move around or cough-and some discomfort for a week or more.
The bandages will be removed a day or two after surgery, though you’ll continue wearing the surgical bra around the clock for several weeks, until the swelling and bruising subside. Your stitches will be removed in one to three weeks. You may be up and about in a day or two, but your breasts may still ache occasionally for a couple of weeks. You should avoid lifting or pushing anything heavy for three or four weeks.
Although much of the swelling and bruising will disappear in the first few weeks, it may be six months to a year before your breasts settle into their new shape. Even then, their shape may fluctuate in response to your hormonal shifts, weight changes, and pregnancy.

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Hand Rejuvenation Hides the Signs of Aging

January 14th, 2009

Human hands are highly visible. We extend our hands as a gesture of friendliness in order to form new friendships and acquaintances. Others can tell a lot by looking at our hands. For instance, the age of the individual can be estimated when looking at someone’s hand and while many people have cosmetic surgery to make their face look younger, their hands reveal their true age. With the hands looking years older than the facial features an obvious tell-tale sign that someone has had facial rejuvenation will be noticed by the average individual. For those who are concerned about the appearance of their hands, there are steps that can help prevent and more importantly reverse the signs of aging.

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Ear Surgery Will Enhance Your Appearance

January 9th, 2009

You may choose to have ear surgery if your ears are prominent or you feel your ears are too large for your face. Ear surgery will enhance your appearance by setting prominent ears back closer to your head or reduce the size of large ears. Most patients, young and old alike, are thrilled with the results of ear surgery. If you are considering otoplasty for your child—keep in mind that ears usually reach adult size by the age of four or five.
I believe that ear surgery can save a person from years of torment, specifically children. Has anyone had this surgery performed on them and would like to share their story?

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How Does Laser Hair Removal Work?

January 30th, 2009

The laser emits a gentle beam of light that passes through the skin and is absorbed by the hair follicle The absorbed laser energy is transformed into heat, destroying the hair follicle and leaving the surrounding skin unaffected.
The GentleLASE laser is the only system available with a Dynamic Cooling Device that sprays cryogen onto the skin. This cools the upper skin layers and protects even the most delicate skin while dramatically reducing discomfort. Compared to other hair removal lasers on the market, our GentleLASE system is virtually painless.

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Reasons People Receive Rhinoplasty Surgery

January 27th, 2009

Most rhinoplasty patients have a definite idea as to how they would like to “improve” or refine the shape of their nose. Usually they don’t like the “hump” on the bridge, the thickness of the tip, or the width of their nose.
The nasal septum, (the structure that separates the two nostrils inside the nose), is composed of cartilage and bone. It may become deviated or twisted, either through the trauma of birth or as the result of an accidental injury. This deviation may alter the pattern of air flow through the nose, making it more difficult to breathe. In addition, the nose may appear crooked with a “hump”.

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How a Browlift is Performed

January 1st, 2009

This procedure is done under general anesthesia on an outpatient basis. This could be done with an incision within the hairline or endosmotically. Sutures are removed within 10 days. The bruising and swelling is apparent for less than 10 days. You may use camouflage makeup within a few days.

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The Difference Between a Full and Mini-Tummy Tuck

January 21st, 2009

During abdominoplasty, the plastic surgeon makes an incision that extends from hip to hip along the lower pubic area. A skilled plastic surgeon makes this incision so that the resulting scar is hidden under a bathing suit or by undergarments. The plastic surgeon then lifts the loose skin off of the abdominal wall, and tightens and repairs the loosened “rectus” muscles – the muscles that normally give the abdomen its strength – achieving the effect that an old-fashioned girdle would.
During Mini-Abdominoplasty, the plastic surgeon makes an incision that generally spans only the width of the pubic area, and that is similar to a C-section incision. In both procedures, patients with excessive fat in the hips and flanks may have liposuction in these areas to contour them, but not in the areas of the abdomen that are being stretched because this could cause damage to the blood circulation in those areas, leading to scarring or even skin loss. The result of a tummy tuck is an abdomen that is tight and flat, a waist that is narrow and curvy and thighs and buttocks that are firmer.

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Reshape Your Ears with Cosmetic Ear Surgery

January 15th, 2009

Otoplasty is a surgical process to reshape the ear. Some individuals are born with prominent ears while others may sustain injuries to the ear that may result in deformities. A variety of different techniques and approaches may be used to reshape congenital prominence of the ears or to restore damaged ears. Each individual seeking otoplasty is unique both in terms of the appearance of their ears and expectations for results following otoplasty surgery. The incisions used in this procedure may be placed in front of the ear, behind the ear or both in front & behind. This procedure can be performed under local or general anesthesia on an outpatient basis. Surgery time is approximately 1 to 2 hours and recovery time is approximately 2 to 3 weeks.

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Achieve a More Attractive Nose with Nasal Surgery

January 1st, 2009

Nose reshaping is intended to produce a more attractive nasal shape and/or a nose in better proportion to other facial features. Rhinoplasty is done on an outpatient basis under sedation, and local or general anesthesia. Your plastic surgeon will decide which of the following techniques should be used:

* STANDARD RHINOPLASTY: Incisions are made inside the nostrils. The nasal bones, cartilage, and soft tissues are reshaped to improve the external contour.
* OPEN RHINOPLASTY: Frequently used for difficult or larger noses. Involves one external incision across the columella (strut between the nostrils). Bones, cartilage, and soft tissues are reshaped under direct vision.
* TIP-PLASTY: If only the nasal tip is abnormal, it may be corrected with either a standard or external (open) approach.
* Large nostrils may be reduced through tiny incisions at the outer base of the nostrils with either type of rhinoplasty.

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A Forehead Lift Smooths The Forehead

January 16th, 2009

A forehead lift or “browlift” is a procedure that restores a more youthful, refreshed look to the area above the eyes. The procedure corrects drooping brows and improves the horizontal lines and furrows that can make a person appear angry, sad or tired.
In a forehead lift, the muscles and tissues that cause the furrowing or drooping are removed or altered to smooth the forehead, raise the eyebrows and minimize frown lines. Your surgeon may use the conventional surgical method, in which the incision is hidden just behind the hairline; or it may be performed with the use of an endoscope, a viewing instrument that allows the procedure to be performed with minimal incisions. Both techniques yield similar results — smoother forehead skin and a more animated appearance.

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Remove Localized Fat Deposits with Liposuction

January 13th, 2009

Liposuction can remove localized fat deposits from almost any area of the body. Many plastic surgeons use an “ultrasonic” technique, during which sound waves liquefy fat cells before liposuction begins. This allows the elimination of more tissue, especially in difficult to treat areas such as “love handles” and the upper abdomen. Ultrasound breaks up fibrous tissue in the fat, and gives smoother results than with other types of liposuction.
By injecting saline, anesthetic solution and epinephrine during liposuction (”tumescent” liposuction), bruising is minimized. Incisions for liposuction are small and easily hidden.

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Ear Surgery Sets Prominent Ears back Closer to the Head

January 1st, 2009

Ear surgery or otoplasty is usually done to set prominent ears back closer to the head or to reduce the size of large ears. Ears are almost fully grown by age four, so the operation is done on children between ages of four and fourteen. Ear surgery is also possible in adults with fewer risks. You have to be clear about what and how you want your ear to be when you talk to the doctor.

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Brachioplasty Tightens The Skin on Your Arms

January 16th, 2009

An arm lift, also known as brachioplasty, is a surgical procedure to remove loose skin and excess fat deposits in the upper arm. With age, upper arm skin can become loose and flabby. Plastic surgeons will discuss brachioplasty with patients who want to tighten this skin and look as good as they feel. In some cases your plastic surgeon may suggest that liposuction be used alone or in conjunction with an arm lift to remove excess fat in the upper arms.

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A Tummy Tuck can Restore your Abdomen to it’s Former Self

January 1st, 2009

Abdominoplasty, known more commonly as a “tummy tuck,” is a procedure to remove excess skin and fat from the abdomen and to tighten the muscles of the abdominal wall. This type of surgery can dramatically reduce the appearance of a protruding abdomen. This procedure produces a permanent scar, which, depending on the extent of the original problem and the surgery required to correct it, can extend from hip to hip.

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Breast Augmentation Enhances the Size and Shape of Breasts

January 17th, 2009

One of the most popular procedures in plastic surgery is breast augmentation. Whether it’s to enhance the size or shape of the breasts, breast augmentation can make a world of difference in the way you look and feel.
Breast augmentation can be performed to add size or proportion to a woman’s shape. For this procedure, implants filled with saline or silicone gel are placed in the breasts through incisions made under the arms, breasts, or around the nipples.

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Blepharoplasty Can Correct Drooping Upper Eyelids

January 16th, 2009

Eyelid surgery (technically called blepharoplasty) is a procedure to remove fat–usually along with excess skin and muscle from the upper and lower eyelids. Eyelid surgery can correct drooping upper lids and puffy bags below your eyes - features that make you look older and more tired than you feel, and may even interfere with your vision. However, it won’t remove crow’s feet or other wrinkles, eliminate dark circles under your eyes, or lift sagging eyebrows. While it can add an upper eyelid crease to Asian eyes, it will not erase evidence of your ethnic or racial heritage. Blepharoplasty can be done alone, or in conjunction with other facial surgery procedures such as a facelift or browlift.

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Lips are One of the Most Youthful Features on the Face

January 30th, 2009

One of the most sexy and youthful features of the face are the lips. Lushes, plump, and full lips are signs of youth, health, and fertility. As we age our lips lose their fullness and volume. The upper lip sags and becomes thinner. Meanwhile, fine wrinkles develop around lips which are called “lipstick lines” or “smoker’s lines”.
Lip augmentation consists of a variety of procedures designed to give a person a more defined and fuller lips. Besides enlarging the lips, lip fillers or implants are also used to balance the upper and lower lips.

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Collagen Adds Fullness to the Face

January 20th, 2009

Collagen is a protein found in the skin of all mammals. While collagen is a component of your skin, it is not a substance that can be harvested easily from your own body. Zyderm(r) and Zyplast(r) Collagens are derived from purified bovine (cow) collagen.
Collagen is injected under the dermis layer to add fullness to areas of the face such as the lips, cheeks and forehead. Collagen injections are designed to smooth out facial lines on the surface of the face. It is used to replace the collagen a patient loses naturally over time. The effect is smoother facial scars and wrinkles.

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Are You a Thigh Lift Candidate?

January 1st, 2009

You may be a candidate for thighplasty if you have experienced a loss of skin elasticity of the thigh, hip, or buttock areas. You may also desire this procedure if your skin in the thigh area is saggy, has an orange peel, flabby and/or dimpled appearance. The procedure may also be indicated if your thigh appearance improves dramatically when you lift the lax skin. If you are self-conscious about your lower body appearance you may also want to look into this procedure. The procedure is intended to produce tighter, more attractive thigh and buttock skin with improved contours. It is also intended to decrease irregularities in skin surface.

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Fill In Deep Facial Wrinkles, Creases and Furrows, and Sunken Cheeks

January 28th, 2009

Injected collagen and fat are primarily used to improve the appearance of the skin’s texture. They can help fill out deep facial wrinkles, creases and furrows, “sunken” cheeks, skin depressions and some types of scars. They can also be used to add a fuller, more sensuous look to the lips.
Injectables are usually not sufficient for severe surface wrinkles on the face, such as multiple vertical “lipstick lines” that sometimes form around the mouth. Instead, your plastic surgeon may suggest a resurfacing technique, such as chemical peel, dermabrasion or laser treatments. Rather than filling in facial lines, resurfacing methods strip away the outer layers of the skin to produce a smoother appearance.

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Liposuction: The Procedure

January 9th, 2009

Many plastic surgeons use a “tumescent technique.” After the induction of general anesthesia or intravenous sedation, a large volume, up to several quarts, of very dilute local anesthetic is injected into the areas to be treated. There is a tiny dose of adrenaline in the fluid as well, which makes the blood vessels in the area clamp down. This prevents perhaps 95% of the blood loss that would otherwise occur during liposuction.
Thin hollow stainless steel tubes are placed through short (perhaps 1/4″) incisions in the area treated and are used to suction away the appropriate amount of fat. Sheets of lightweight foam are placed on the treated areas, and a compression garment, like a corset, is placed. Bruising is usually scant.

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Blepharoplasty Removes Excess Skin and Fat Around the Eyelids

January 1st, 2009

Excess skin and fat around the eyelid area can negatively affect your appearance and, in extreme cases, impair vision. Removing excess fat and skin from the upper and lower eyelid area can create a more youthful and refreshed appearance. During the eyelid surgery, an incision is made in the crease of the eyelid and excess skin and fat are removed.

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Liposuction Sculpts Your Body

January 14th, 2009

Liposuction is a procedure that can help sculpt the body by removing unwanted fat from specific areas, including the abdomen, hips, buttocks, thighs, knees, upper arms, chin, cheeks and neck. During the past decade, liposuction, which is also known as “lipoplasty” or “suction lipectomy,” has benefited from several new refinements. Today, a number of new techniques, including ultrasound-assisted lipoplasty (UAL), the tumescent technique, and the super-wet technique, are helping many plastic surgeons to provide selected patients with more precise results and quicker recovery times. Although no type of liposuction is a substitute for dieting and exercise, liposuction can remove stubborn areas of fat that don’t respond to traditional weight-loss methods.
If you’re considering liposuction, the information below will give you a basic understanding of the procedure - when it can help, how it is performed and how you might look and feel after surgery. It won’t answer all of your questions, since much depends on your individual circumstances. Please ask your plastic surgeon if there is anything about the procedure you don’t understand.

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The Risks of Male Breast Reduction

January 30th, 2009

When male breast-reduction surgery is performed by a qualified plastic surgeon, complications are infrequent and usually minor. Nevertheless, as with any surgery, there are risks. These include infection, skin injury, excessive bleeding, adverse reaction to anesthesia, and excessive fluid loss or accumulation. The procedure may also result in noticeable scars, permanent pigment changes in the breast area, or slightly mismatched breasts or nipples. If asymmetry is significant, a second procedure may be performed to remove additional tissue.
The temporary effects of breast reduction include loss of breast sensation or numbness, which may last up to a year.

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Are you a Thigh Lift Candidate?

January 8th, 2009

You may be a candidate for thighplasty if you have experienced a loss of skin elasticity of the thigh, hip, or buttock areas. You may also desire this procedure if your skin in the thigh area is saggy, has an orange peel, flabby and/or dimpled appearance. The procedure may also be indicated if your thigh appearance improves dramatically when you lift the lax skin. If you are self-conscious about your lower body appearance you may also want to look into this procedure. The procedure is intended to produce tighter, more attractive thigh and buttock skin with improved contours. It is also intended to decrease irregularities in skin surface.
Has anyone ever had this surgery performed on them? Would you like to share you story?

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Breast Reconstruction: A Rewarding Surgical Procedure

January 6th, 2009

Breast reconstruction is one of the most rewarding surgical procedures performed by plastic surgeons. There are several different procedures which can be used to create the form and shape of a breast, which will closely approximate the opposite side. They will establish a more normal appearance and, more importantly, allow you to regain your self esteem. Today, breast reconstruction is usually initiated at the time of mastectomy. It may involve the creation of a breast mound entirely using your own tissue (TRAM flap) or it may involve using a tissue expander, which is a balloon placed temporarily under the chest muscle. This balloon is expanded or stretched as it is filled with saline. This stretches the skin slowly to create a pocket large enough to accommodate a permanent implant.

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The Three Basic Procedures That Involve Alteration Of The Nose

January 28th, 2009

The three basic procedures that involve alteration of the nose are: rhinoplasty, septoplasty, and tiplasty. Rhinoplasty is surgery of the nose to augment, shorten, elongate, thin, straighten, or otherwise balance the overall impression of the face. Patients who seek nasal surgery for more cosmetic reasons often elect rhinoplasty, which includes alteration of the nasal bone and cartilage. Septoplasty is surgery of the nose that restores or improves its functionality in terms of breathing more easily. This procedure corrects a deviated nasal septum as mentioned earlier. Tiplasty is surgery of the cartilage of the nasal tip. Patients elect this procedure to refine and define the tip of the nose. Because rhinoplasty refers to the overall reconstruction of the nose, it may also include straightening of the nose, refinement of the nasal tip, narrowing of the nose width, or reduction of the “nasal hump,” as a combined surgery.

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Botox Cosmetic is a Facelift in a Bottle

January 13th, 2009

Botox Cosmetic, sometimes called “a facelift in a bottle”, is a purified protein. When small doses are injected directly into the muscles, impulses from the nerves to the injected muscle causing the wrinkles are blocked - allowing them to relax. This relaxing of the muscle allows the skin to smooth out persistent lines that which developed over time.
Botox Cosmetic treatments usually last about 10-15 minutes and keep the muscles that cause lines relaxed for 3 months. Results are dramatic and apparent within days and unlike surgery it is fast, simple and minimally invasive.

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Achieve a Proportional and Natural Appearance with Breast Augmentation

January 16th, 2009

The goal of an aesthetic breast augmentation is to achieve a proportional and natural appearance. While some patients specifically ask for an “exaggerated” look, most want to look as natural as possible. Breast tissue is not altered by a breast enlarging procedure. This operation is performed by placing an implant behind your own breast tissue, simply pushing it forwards and enlarging the appearance of the breast. Most patients have been exceedingly pleased with this operative procedure.
The increase in breast size will be limited by the tightness of your skin but significant improvement is usually achieved. The final decision regarding implant size must be made by the surgeon during the operation, but size will be discussed with you before the procedure and every effort will be made to create an optimal breast for you.

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A Thigh Lift Surgically Corrects Excess Skin to the Thighs

January 17th, 2009

A thigh lift is the surgical correction of excess skin to the thighs. Over time, with weight loss or even during normal development, excess skin to the thighs can develop compelling women to seek correction. Many plastic surgeons will take all measures necessary to ensure that your results are the best that they can offer.
The traditional approach to a thigh lift involves removing excess skin around the thigh along its length, which extends from the knee to the groin. The scar is placed along the inside of the thigh so that it’s well concealed. In time, many patients have scars that blend and fade beautifully but sometimes the scar can remain red for months and even widen; this potential drawback, however, is more than worth it for the patient who can now fit normally into their clothes.

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Facial Rejuvenation Adjusts and Tightens the Underlying Tissue in Your Face

January 30th, 2009

Facial rejuvenation today should be about creating a new you and a positive outlook. Cosmetic surgery is not meant to change your life, but cosmetic surgery can help you look the way you have always wanted. Many plastic surgeons believe that there is no one operation or approach, but rather a selection of approaches and cosmetic procedures that can fit your specific needs. Women and men’s bodies change over time.

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Calf Implants Cosmetically Enhance One’s Body

January 28th, 2009

Many men and women are dissatisfied with the size and shape of their calves. Calf augmentation, or calf implants, is a surgical procedure that uses soft, solid silicone implants to increase the size and enhance the shape of the calves. Reasons for calf augmentation are varied and include cosmetic enhancement and reconstructive necessity. Men and women body builders often use calf augmentation to enhance the fullness, shape and bulk of the calf muscles when exercise falls short on further development. Others choose calf implants to improve proportions, definitions and curves of the lower legs for simple muscular enhancement or to correct the appearance of thin and/or bowed legs. Calf implants can also be used to correct asymmetry in calf muscles from trauma or genetic birth deformities such as in polio, spina bifida and clubfoot.

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Plastic Surgery Procedures: Nipple Reduction

January 14th, 2009

There are various methods to reduce the nipple size including removal of just the top of the nipple with tiny sutures to close the area. This helps decrease projection. Also nipple reduction can be done by removing tissue from the neck of the nipple, pushing the nipple back into the breast tissue and suturing the skin closed. The ability to breast feed can usually be preserved and sensation is almost always normal.

Recovery
Normal activity can resumed usually after 24 hours. Showers are permitted the next day. Dissolvable sutures need no removal but you will need to see the plastic surgeon for a post op visit after 7-10 days. Non -dissolvable sutures will need to be removed within 4-7 days. Swelling and pain are minimal.

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Rhinoplasty is the Most Intricate Cosmetic Surgery Performed Today

January 8th, 2009

Rhinoplasty (or Nose Refinement Surgery) is the most intricate cosmetic surgery performed today. Rhinoplasty can reduce or increase the size of your nose, change the shape of the tip or the bridge, narrow the span of the nostrils, or change the angle between your nose and your upper lip. It may also correct a birth defect or injury and help relieve some breathing problems.

The best candidates for rhinoplasty are people who are looking for improvement in the way they look, are physically healthy, psychologically stable, and have realistic expectations. During the initial consultation, the surgeon will evaluate the structure of your nose and face and discuss the possibilities for enhancement with you. The doctor will also explain some factors that can influence the procedure and results. These factors include the structure of your nasal bones and cartilage, the shape of your face, the thickness of your skin, your age, and your expectations.

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Eyelid Surgery can Make you Look Years Younger

January 30th, 2009

Eyelid surgery can make you look years younger and change one’s appearance from a tired, sad and angry look to an alert, rested and peaceful look. The eyelid lift operation is designed to remove excess skin and bagginess around the eye area. The wrinkles around the eyes are etched into the skin and cannot be removed by this procedure. A laser resurfacing procedure may be desired if the patient would like to decrease fine line wrinkles.

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A Tummy Tuck may be the Answer to Your Problems

January 10th, 2009

A tummy tuck is performed by first carefully marking the patient while they are standing. Careful pre-operative marking is essential to guiding the surgery to success. The procedure begins just above the pubis, by lifting the skin off the muscle from the pubic bone up to the bottom of the ribs. This releases the skin to allow the lower abdominal excess to be removed and the upper abdominal skin to be stretched downward to fill in the space from where the skin is removed. It also allows the surgeon to easily visualize the stretched out, thinned or separated muscles and to tighten them. Although the procedure does require an incision, many plastic surgeons’ experience and intimate understanding of the patient’s anatomy and body contours will allow the scar to be well hidden in a bikini bathing suit or even skimpy underwear. Like all procedures, Abdominoplasty does carry risks, including the risk of infection, bleeding and the risk from anesthetics. It is important to note that under the care of a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon, great care will be taken to avoid or minimize these risks.

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Evaluation by a Plastic Surgeon For a Breast Lift

January 28th, 2009

A plastic surgeon will examine your breasts and take measurements. The size and shape of your breasts and the placements of nipples and areolas will be carefully evaluated. Medical history will be discussed like medicine conditions, drug allergies, medical treatments received, and previous surgeries. If there was a weight loss, your weight should be stabilized before breast lift surgery.

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Ear Surgery Helps Children Avoid Teasing From Peers

January 21st, 2009

Ear pinning is most commonly performed on children between the ages of four and fourteen. Ear pinning on adults is possible as well and there are no additional risks associated on performing the procedure on adult patients. The procedure can help a child avoid teasing from peers because of protruding ears. Such factors may affect an individual’s confidence, leading them to seek their own ear pinning.

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The Best Candidates for a Rhinoplasty

January 30th, 2009

The best candidates for rhinoplasty are people who are looking for improvement, not perfection, in the way they look. If you’re physically healthy, psychologically stable, and realistic in your rhinoplasty expectations, you may be a good candidate.
Rhinoplasty can be performed to meet aesthetic goals or for reconstructive purposes-to correct birth defects or breathing problems.
Age may also be a consideration. Many surgeons prefer not to operate on teenagers until after they’ve completed their growth spurt-around 14 or 15 for girls, a bit later for boys. It’s important to consider teenagers’ social and emotional adjustment, too, and to make sure it’s what they, and not their parents, really want.

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The Best Candidate For A Tummy Tuck

January 30th, 2009

The best candidates for abdominoplasty are men or women who are in relatively good shape but are bothered by a large fat deposit or loose abdominal skin that won’t respond to diet or exercise. The surgery is particularly helpful to women who, through multiple pregnancies, have stretched their abdominal muscles and skin beyond the point where they can return to normal. Loss of skin elasticity in older patients, which frequently occurs with slight obesity, can also be improved.
Patients who intend to lose a lot of weight should postpone the tummy tuck surgery. Also, women who plan future pregnancies should wait, as vertical muscles in the abdomen that are tightened during surgery can separate again during pregnancy.

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A Mastopexy can Boost a Woman’s Self-esteem

December 23rd, 2008

Considering a breast lift in by a board certified plastic surgeon? How we perceive ourselves is essential to our overall well-being. A positive self-image is an indispensable element of good psychological health. Breast shape and size are an inherent component of a woman’s feeling of femininity, vitality and personal beauty. Breast shape can change dramatically during the various phases of a woman’s life leading to a loss of elasticity and firmness. Fortunately, there is a wonderful procedure that can correct this problem called a Breast Lift or Mastopexy.

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Cosmetic Ear Surgery Explained

December 30th, 2008

This surgery takes approximately one hour to perform. The technique used is typically an incision approximately 1 1/2 inches long in the crease behind the ear where the cartilage is exposed. The fold is re-created, if needed, and the cartilage is secured to the back of the head. Precise measurements are taken so both ears protrude from the side of the head approximately 12-15 mm after the otoplasty surgery. Both permanent and dissolvable sutures are used to help maintain the new shape of the ear. The dissolvable sutures fall out about a week after surgery.

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Frame your Smile with a Nose Job

December 19th, 2008

Good aesthetic judgment is essential to fit your face and frame your smile. Surgery can reduce or increase the size of your nose, taper the bridge or tip, narrow the nostrils or even improve the angle between the nose and upper lip. And, all can be accomplished through one operation.

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Two Types of Breast Implant Placement

December 3rd, 2008

When the implant is placed sub muscularly under the breast, there is a lower chance of contracture (contraction of the tissue capsule surrounding the implant), and mammography is more reliable. There is also less risk of visible or palpable implant edges. However, in some cases the implant has a more natural appearance when placed above the muscle, under the breast tissue. A board certified plastic surgeon can help you decide which placement and type of implant will work best.

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What is a Blepharoplasty?

December 10th, 2008

Eyelid surgery is also called blepharoplasty. This involves the removal of fat usually along with excess skin and muscle from the upper and lower eyelids. Eyelid surgery can correct drooping upper lids and puffy bags below your eyes. These features may make you look older and more tired than you feel, and may even interfere with your vision. This procedure doesn’t involve crow’s feet or other wrinkles, eliminate dark circles under your eyes, or lift sagging eyebrows.

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Collagen, Fat, and Other Filler Materials

December 1st, 2008

There are many filler substances on the market today including Collagen. The differences among them involve the types of materials and how long they remain effective. The one common denominator is that none of the material is permanent. Typically, the effects from these substances last from three to four months. There is one product on the market today, Radiance, which the manufacturer claims lasts three to five years. This product is most effective for softening the nasolabial folds (the groove which stretches from the nose downward to the corner of the mouth). All the filler substances are injected with a fine needle in the office setting. Most patients report mild but temporary discomfort. Only trust a board certified plastic surgeon.

I had no idea there were so many different kinds of filler materials. Which do you think is the best?

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Many Parents Choose to have Their Children’s Ears Corrected

December 23rd, 2008

Otoplasty cosmetic surgery, also referred to as ear shaping or ear pinning, can correct protruding or deformed ears. Many parents choose to have their children’s ears corrected at an early age, usually between four and 14, to prevent ridicule during adolescence. However, many adults also request otoplasty to correct misshapen or oversized ears.

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Make Unsightly Leg Veins a Thing of the Past

December 5th, 2008

Now men and women alike are making unsightly facial and leg veins a thing of the past. No more painful injections! With the most advanced technology, a unique design, and a longer wavelength, our laser systems can safely and effectively treat both tiny superficial face veins and deeper blue leg veins on men and women of all skin tones.

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Modern Mastopexy Techniques Limit Scarring

December 30th, 2008

Modern surgical techniques, such as a vertical mastopexy, result in fewer and better scars than older techniques. Many plastic surgeons have switched to the vertical mastopexy technique for most patients for this reason. Recovery is surprisingly rapid, with resumption of reasonable activity in two or three days. The discomfort is very moderate, approximately equal to a subglandular breast augmentation (saline).

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Deciding if Chemical Peel is Right for You

December 23rd, 2008

Chemical peel is most commonly performed for cosmetic reasons — to enhance your appearance and your self confidence. Chemical peel may also remove pre-cancerous skin growths, soften acne facial scars and even control acne. In certain cases, health insurance may cover the peel procedure. Be sure to check your policy and contact your insurance company before the procedure is performed.

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What Type of Mammoplasty Incision is Right for You?

December 5th, 2008

Breast implants can be inserted through incisions under the breast (inframammary fold), around the areola (periareolar), or through the armpit (transaxillary). The type of implant used, the placement of incision and the size of the implant are influenced by individual physical characteristics and the patient’s preference. These factors will be evaluated during your initial consultation and the information gathered will be used in choosing the optimal implant size and style for you.

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How long has Rhinoplasty been around?

December 23rd, 2008

Rhinoplasty was first developed by sushruta, an important physician, who lived in ancient India circa 500 BC. He and his later students and disciples used Rhinoplasty to reconstruct noses that were amputed as punishment and for crimes. He developed the techniques of forehead flap Rhinoplasty which is practiced almost unchanged to this day. This knowledge of plastic surgery existed in India up to late 18 century. The first intranasal Rhinoplasty in the west was performed by john Orlando roe in 1887. In 1898 Jacques Joshep used it for cosmetic purposes to help those who felt that the shape or size of their nose caused them embarrassment and social discomfort.

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Get Rid of Sagging Abdominal Skin with a Tummy Tuck

December 30th, 2008

The skin over the abdomen area can become stretched out after childbirth or weight loss. This skin does not retract to its original tightness and can be loose and saggy. The abdominal muscles also have stretched out and have not regained their normal position, giving the appearance of a “pot belly” no matter how many sit-ups a person does. An abdominoplasty or “tummy tuck” will correct both of these problems. The excess skin is removed and the muscles are tightened to firm up the abdomen and provide better contour.

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One-Third of Males have Male Breasts

December 23rd, 2008

Gynecomastia means enlargement of the male breast. The definition has nothing to do with what causes the enlargement or what tissue it is composed of. It is most common around puberty and can involve one or both sides. Most commonly the enlargement is centralized in the breast but occasionally it is not. It is present to some degree in about a third of male population.

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A Nose Job Creates a More Delicate Nasal Structure

December 30th, 2008

Rhinoplasty can be used to make the nose more delicate, remove bumps, and to sculpt it. A California board certified plastic surgeon employs the newest techniques available, using grafts to augment the nose, as opposed to older techniques that remove cartilage and sometimes lead to a “ski jump” appearance. Every patient’s goals are different, so your surgeon will work with you using computer imaging to achieve your ideal.

Rhinoplasty scars are hidden within the nostrils. You may not see the final results of your surgery until swelling resolves, which may take several weeks.

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What is Lasik Eye Surgery?

December 30th, 2008

Laser in-situ keratomileusis, or Lasik, is a popular surgical approach used to correct vision in people who are nearsighted, farsighted, or have astigmatism.

All laser vision correction surgeries work by reshaping the cornea, or clear front part of the eye, so that light traveling through it is properly focused onto the retina located in the back of the eye. Lasik laser eye surgery (laser in-situ keratomileusis) is one of a number of different surgical techniques used to reshape the cornea.

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You may choose Autologous Fat Transfer…

December 10th, 2008

If you have indentations in your skin, depressed scars, or deep wrinkles.

If gravity and the natural aging process has affected you.

Reinjected into areas that have lost their youthful appearance.

Autologous fat transfer is a procedure in which your own fat is collected from a distant donor area, usually the outer thigh or buttocks and reinjected into the areas.

For fat transfers contact a board certified plastic surgeon.

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Liposuction Eliminates Hard To Get Rid Of Fat

December 5th, 2008

Liposuction (lipoplasty) is particularly well-suited for women and men who are of relatively normal weight but have isolated pockets of fat that cause certain areas of their body to appear disproportionate. These localized fat deposits may sometimes be an inherited trait and typically do not respond to dieting or exercise. Liposuction is often the only way to eliminate them.

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What Can A Facelift Do For You?

December 12th, 2008

A facelift can improve the most visible signs of aging by sculpting and tightening the deeper structures and foundation of the face and neck. As we age, the effects of gravity, sun exposure, weight fluctuations, smoking, heredity, and the daily stresses of life begin to reveal themselves in our faces. Facelift surgery can bring youth back to a patient’s face.

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Are You Deciding to have a Chemical Peel?

December 19th, 2008

Deciding if chemical peel is right for you Chemical peel is most commonly performed for cosmetic reasons — to enhance your appearance and your self confidence. Chemical peel may also remove pre-cancerous skin growths, soften acne facial scars and even control acne. In certain cases, health insurance may cover the peel procedure. Be sure to check your policy and contact your insurance company before the procedure is performed.

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Achieve a Proportionate Facial Structure with Chin Augmentation

December 10th, 2008

Chin surgery, also known as mentoplasty, is a surgical procedure to reshape the chin either by enhancement with an implant or reduction surgery on the bone. Many times a plastic surgeon may recommend chin surgery to a patient having nose surgery in order to achieve facial proportion, as the size of the chin may magnify or minimize the perceived size of the nose. Chin surgery helps provide a harmonious balance to your facial features so that you feel better about the way you look.

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A Fat Transfer Can Flatten Deep Facial Grooves

December 5th, 2008

Creases from below the eyelids to the chin are best treated by filling them. Even a facelift can not flatten deep nasolabial grooves. The choices for filling them are fat, Collagen and Restylane or Radiance. For large amounts, fat can be harvested with a small suction procedure and reinjected. This fat, like collagen, will mostly dissolve over several months. For smaller amounts Collagen is quicker, easier and requires no donor site.

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Top Reasons That Women Receive Breast Augmentation

December 19th, 2008

Breast augmentation, technically known as augmentation mammoplasty, is a surgical procedure to enhance the size and shape of a woman’s breast for a number of reasons:

* To enhance the body contour of a woman who, for personal reasons, feels her breast size is too small.
* To correct a reduction in breast volume after pregnancy.
* To balance a difference in breast size.
* As a reconstructive technique following breast surgery.

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Nasal Surgery Can Boost One’s Self-Esteem

December 17th, 2008

Nasal Surgery, or surgery to reshape the nose, is one of the most common of all Cosmetic Surgery procedures. Rhinoplasty can reduce or increase the size of your nose, change the shape of the tip or the bridge, narrow the span of the nostrils, or change the angle between your nose and your upper lip. It may also correct a birth defect or injury, or help relieve some breathing problems.

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Revive Your Youthful Look with Eyelid Surgery

December 5th, 2008

Blepharoplasty, also called an eyelid lift, is the most common facial plastic procedure performed at the Cosmetic Plastic Surgery Center Of San Diego. The first signs of aging to appear in the mid to late 30’s are almost always related to the eyes. Furthermore, psychological studies show that 50 percent of our initial impression of a person is made on the basis of the appearance of the eyes.

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The Aging Forehead

December 10th, 2008

All those years of raising your eyebrows in astonishment, scrunching your brows together in a scowl or just the constant assault of gravity have taken a toll on your forehead. The indelible wrinkles and the drooping brows have become noticeable. This highlights that there are essentially two components to the aging forehead; the skin changes resulting in wrinkles and the change in position of the eyebrows.

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Restore Your Self Confidence with a Hair Transplant

December 16th, 2008

There are few things more devastating for a man’s self esteem then losing his hair. As his hair goes, so does his feeling of vitality and youth. A hair transplant helps to restore a man’s self confidence and makes him appear much younger.

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Permanent Hair Removal (Electrolysis)

December 3rd, 2008

Electrolysis is a progressive treatment. The amount of time required to completely rid the area of hair varies per individual. It usually takes between 6 months and 1 year of repeated treatments. Contact a board certified plastic surgeon if you have any questions or concerns.

I think electrolysis is a great way to rid yourself of shaving and the complications that come with it. Has anyone had this surgery done?

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Gynecomastia is Actually Quite Common

December 11th, 2008

Gynecomastia is a medical term that comes from the Greek words for “women-like breasts.” Gynecomastia or male breast reduction is actually quite common and may affect only one breast or both. There is no known cause in the vast majority of cases, and surgery is the only known physical remedy. In cases of obesity, weight loss can alter the gynecomastia condition, but for many it will not eliminate it.

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Major Problems that Affect the Eyelids

December 13th, 2008

There are essentially two major problems that affect the eyelids. One is the build up of excess fat behind the eyelids, especially in the lower eyelids. This pushes outward on the eyelid causing a bulge or “bag” to develop. Light, which most often comes from above us, will shine on the bulge and cause a shadow to form under the lid. This gives the appearance of dark circles and the tired-look. A board certified plastic surgeon can answer any questions about eyelid surgery that you may have.

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Facial Rejuvenation Basics

December 17th, 2008

Facial rejuvenation today should be about creating a new you and a positive outlook.

Cosmetic surgery is not meant to change your life, but cosmetic surgery can help you look the way you always wanted. An Illinois Board Certified Plastic Surgeon believes that there is no one operation or approach, but rather a selection of approaches and procedures that can fit your specific needs. Women and men’s bodies change over time.

Facial Rejuvenation can change a person’s life. Has anyone’s life been changed by this surgery?

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Are You In Need of a Thigh Lift?

December 6th, 2008

The skin does not always fully conform to the body’s new shape following significant weight loss. The skin may lose elasticity and begin to sag. One of the areas of the body most affected by this problem is the thigh area.

Thanks to thigh lift (thighplasty), a highly effective cosmetic surgical procedure that removes excess fat and skin from the thighs, a solution is available. Thigh lift can dramatically improve the thigh area, as well as enhance the overall appearance of the figure.

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What is a Facelift?

December 19th, 2008

A facelift (technically known as rhytidectomy) can’t stop the aging process. What it can do is “set back the clock,” improving the most visible signs of aging by removing excess fat, tightening underlying muscles, and redraping the skin of your face and neck. A facelift can be done alone, or in conjunction with other procedures such as a forehead lift, eyelid surgery, or nose reshaping.

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One of the Most Popular Procedures Which Women Seek

December 9th, 2008

Breast enhancement or augmentation is one of the most popular procedures which women seek. It may enhance small breasts, fill out deflated breasts after pregnancy, and make breast size differences less. All of which may bring a psychological boost to women who are unhappy with this part of their figure. The procedure is done on an outpatient basis and usually under general anesthesia. A small incision must be make around the lower part of the nipple, under the breast, or under the arm.

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Do Your Breasts Give you Physical Discomfort?

December 19th, 2008

Breast reduction is usually performed for physical relief rather than simply cosmetic improvement. Most women who have the surgery are troubled by very large, sagging breasts that restrict their activities and cause them physical discomfort.

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Reasons to Receive Calf Implants

December 16th, 2008

Reasons for calf augmentation are varfied and include cosmetic enhancement and reconstructive necessity. Men and women body builders often use calf augmentation to enhance the fullness, shape and bulk of the calf muscles when exercise falls short on further development. Others choose calf implants to improve proportions, definitions and curves of the lower legs for simple muscular enhancement or to correct the appearance of thin and/or bowed legs. Calf implants can also be used to correct asymmetry in calf muscles from trauma or genetic birth deformities such as in polio, spina bifida and clubfoot.

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Feel Normal About Your Ears with an Otoplasty

December 3rd, 2008

Ear surgery or otoplasty is usually done to set prominent ears back closer to the head or to reduce the size of large ears. Ears are almost fully grown by age four, so the operation is done on children between ages of four and fourteen. Ear surgery is also possible in adults with fewer risks. You have to be clear about what and how you want your ear to be when you talk to the doctor.

I had no idea they could perform otoplasty at such a young age. I always thought plastic surgery was for adults.

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What are Male Pectoral Implants?

December 11th, 2008

Male chest enhancement, known as “pec” implants, is now more popular than ever. Increasing numbers of men are choosing to enhance their physique, body symmetry, and self-image with pectoral implants. This procedure can be performed to enhance an already shapely physique, or pectoral implants may be used for those who simply do not have the time or desire to spend countless hours at the gym.

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Mastopexy Information Provided by Board Certified Plastic Surgeon in La Jolla

December 6th, 2008

You may be a candidate for a breast lift if you have excess or sagging breast tissue due to gravity, weight loss or breast feeding. If you are satisfied with the size of your breasts but don’t like the appearance, this may be the procedure for you. Women who have nipples that point downward may also be candidates for this procedure. Some women have lost a lot of volume and choose to have a breast augmentation in conjunction with a breast lift. This procedure is termed an augmentation mastopexy.

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The Endoscopic Vertical Facelift

December 5th, 2008

The endoscope is a small fiberoptic camera (5mm wide) that is inserted into a 1 inch incision in the temporal scalp area. This allows me to visualize the structures inside of the face without making a large incision. The operation is done watching the television monitor, rather than directly at the wound. There are also smaller (8mm) incisions placed on the forehead hair bearing scalp area for introduction of instruments. If you have decided to have an Endoscopic Vertical Facelift consult a board certified plastic surgeon.

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Time Takes it’s Toll on a Woman’s Breasts; Revitalize Them with a Mastopexy

December 17th, 2008

Over the years, factors such as pregnancy, nursing, and the force of gravity take their toll on a woman’s breasts. As the skin loses its elasticity, the breasts often lose their shape and firmness and begin to sag. Breastlift, or mastopexy, is a surgical procedure to raise and reshape sagging breasts - at least, for a time. (No surgery can permanently delay the effects of gravity.) Mastopexy can also reduce the size of the areola, the darker skin surrounding the nipple.

Mastopexy surgery can save a woman from embarassment and pain. It’s the perfect surgery for a woman suffering from sagging breasts. Has anyone had this surgery performed on them before?

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Abdominoplasty Provides a more Youthful Look

December 19th, 2008

Most Board Certified Plastic Surgeons offer both traditional and Endoscopic assisted abdominoplasty to remove excess skin, stretch marks, and fat from the abdomen and to tighten the muscles of the abdominal wall. This reshaping and contouring of your figure provides a flatter, smoother, and more youthful look.

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Combining a Browlift with a Blepharoplasty

December 20th, 2008

Sometimes your plastic surgeon may recommend that a brow lift be performed in conjunction with a blepharoplasty. The brow lift, which is designed to raise sagging brows, is done through several small incisions in the scalp where scars will be hidden in the hair. By elevating the eyebrows to their former youthful position, less excess skin may need to be removed from the upper eyelids. In fact in many instances, the appearance of excess skin on the upper eyelids is an illusion created by the sagging brows.

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Abdominoplasty: The Surgery to Remove Excess Fat

December 3rd, 2008

A tummy tuck, or abdominoplasty, is surgery to remove excess fat and skin from the abdomen. Abdominal muscles that have been weakened or separated can also be corrected with a tummy tuck. The most common causes of loose or sagging skin on the stomach are heredity, multiple pregnancies, prior surgery and significant fluctuations in weight. This procedure is common among patients who have undergone gastric bypass surgery and have excess abdominal skin.

Did you know that an abdominoplasty can be combined with liposuction to help achieve optimal body contouring results?

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Post Laser Skin Resurfacing Procedure Advice

December 4th, 2008

After the treatment the skin resembles a deep sunburn for about ten days. The redness fades and turns pink within a few weeks. Makeup can easily camouflage the pink color which disappears in one to three months.
During the healing process, we advise that patients avoid prolonged exposure to the sun.
Potential postoperative complications of pigmentary changes of the skin are managed through the preoperative and postoperative use of hydraquinone and retinoid creams. Hypertrophic scars and keloids are other problems for which the laser has application. The laser also removes small blood vessels, birthmarks, and tattoos from the skin.

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Are You an Arm Lift Candidate?

December 9th, 2008

If you have unsightly sagging skin on the upper arms due to aging, genetics, or weight loss, you may be a candidate for upper arm lift. The procedure is intended to reduce or eliminate excess skin from the upper arms.

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Achieve your Cosmetic Goals with a Browlift

December 24th, 2008

Your surgeon will help you decide which surgical approach will best achieve your cosmetic goals: the classic or “open” method, or the endoscopic forehead lift. Make sure you understand the technique that your surgeon recommends and why he or she feels it is best for you.

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What is Microdermabrasion?

December 16th, 2008

A fine stream of crystals is used to gently abrade the dead outer layer of skin leaving the skin smooth and retextured. With this exfoliating technique watch fine lines, age spots, and acne scars lighten with each treatment.
Please refer to a board certified plastic surgeon for any further questions.

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Are you Self-Concious about your Male Breasts?

December 17th, 2008

For men who feel self-conscious about their appearance, breast-reduction surgery can help. The procedure removes fat and or glandular tissue from the breasts, and in extreme cases removes excess skin, resulting in a chest that is flatter, firmer, and better contoured.

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The Convenience of Non-surgical Lip Enhancements

December 6th, 2008

Non-surgical lip enhancements are convenient because normal activities can be resumed immediately. More permanent lip enhancement procedures include fat augmentation and dermal grafts. These are minor surgical procedures, however, several days may be necessary for swelling to subside.

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Are Your Large Breasts Causing You Pain? Reduction Mammoplasty is Your Answer

December 5th, 2008

Large breasts can cause multiple problems, including neck, back, shoulder pain, headaches, shoulder-grooving (bra-straps digging in), interference with activities and exercise, rashes under the breasts, inability to find clothing that fits properly and psychological problems with self-image. As a result, women with large breasts are often in chronic pain, have little energy and may be overweight because they are unable to exercise, which prevents them from enjoying a higher quality of life. A board certified plastic surgeon can provide you with information regarding a reduction mammoplasty.

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Preparing For Your Tummy Tuck

December 4th, 2008

Your surgeon will give you specific instructions on how to prepare for your surgery, including guidelines on eating and drinking, smoking, and taking or avoiding certain vitamins, and medications.
If you smoke, plan to quit at least one to two weeks before your surgery and not to resume for at least two weeks after your surgery. Avoid overexposure to the sun before surgery, especially to your abdomen, and do not go on a stringent diet, as both can inhibit your ability to heal. If you develop a cold or infection of any kind, your surgery will probably be postponed.
Whether your surgery is done on an outpatient or inpatient basis, you should arrange for someone to drive you home after your surgery, and to help you out for a day or two after you leave the hospital, if needed.

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What is the Importance of Chin Augmentation?

December 19th, 2008

Chin augmentation is a way to bring balance to the facial structure of correcting a weak chin due to the related bone resorption or facial trauma. This procedure can be as simple as tissue augmentation filler to implanting a silicone or porex chin implant to have to cover all the ways you are able to enhance your chin. A weak chin can also make a normal nose appear large and an already pronounced larger.

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Do you have “Dumbo-Ears?”

December 20th, 2008

Many children are born with ears that protrude to far from the head. This causes the “dumbo-ear” appearance and is often embarrassing and traumatic. The problem is corrected by a combination of stitching and reshaping the ear cartilage, to bring it closer to the head. Also known as “ear pinning,” it is a common cosmetic surgery for adults and children with protruding ears.

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Drastically Reduce the Signs of Aging

December 3rd, 2008

Eyelid surgery is a procedure to correct drooping of the upper eyelids and puffy bags and wrinkles around the lower eyelids. With age, the muscles around the eyes weaken and the skin becomes increasingly loose and puffy, which can cause patients to look older and more tired than they actually feel. Eyelid surgery helps restore a youthful appearance by removing or redraping excess fat, muscle and skin from the upper and lower eyelids. Either alone or combined with other facial rejuvenation procedures, eyelid surgery can drastically reduce the signs of aging.

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Rejuvenate Your Face with Collagen

December 17th, 2008

Drawing upon the latest breakthroughs in skin science, CosmoDermT and CosmoPlastT contain human collagen grown under controlled laboratory conditions. This natural human collagen is similar to the collagen normally found in the skin, so there’s no need for a pre-treatment skin test. Which means CosmoDerm and CosmoPlast offer patients the convenience of Collagen Replacement Therapy in just one visit.

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What is a Face Lift?

December 31st, 2008

A facelift is a procedure which involves removing excess facial skin and tightening the underlying muscle layers in order to eliminate or make less obvious hanging folds and lines that appear as we age. Most commonly, this involves the skin of the neck, the area under the chin, cheeks and temporal regions. Oftentimes other procedures, such as blepharoplasty, brow lift or rhinoplasty may be performed at the same time.

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Breast Augmentation: One of the Most Popular Procedures Women Seek

December 20th, 2008

Breast enhancement or augmentation is one of the most popular procedures which women seek. It may enhance small breasts, fill out deflated breasts after pregnancy, and make breast size differences less. All of which may bring a psychological boost to women who are unhappy with this part of their figure. The procedure is done on an outpatient basis and usually under general anesthesia.

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What does Blepharoplasty Accomplish?

December 19th, 2008

Blepharoplasty can correct drooping upper lids and puffy bags below your eyes. These are the features that make you look older and feel more tired than you are, and may even interfere with your vision. However, it will not remove crow’s feet or other wrinkles, eliminate dark circles under your eyes, or lift sagging eyebrows. While it can add an upper crease to Asian eyes, it will not erase evidence of your ethnic or racial heritage. Blepharoplasty can be done alone, or in conjunction with other facial surgery procedures such as facelift or browlift.

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Hand Rejuvenation Can Hide One’s Age

December 16th, 2008

Human hands are highly visible. We extend our hands as a gesture of friendliness in order to form new friendships and acquaintances. Others can tell a lot by looking at our hands. For instance, the age of the individual can be estimated when looking at someone’s hand and while many people have cosmetic surgery to make their face look younger, their hands reveal their true age. With the hands looking years older than the facial features an obvious tell-tale sign that someone has had facial rejuvenation will be noticed by the average individual. For those who are concerned about the appearance of their hands, there are steps that can help prevent and more importantly reverse the signs of aging.

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Correct Drooping Eyelids with Blepharoplasty

December 17th, 2008

Eyelid surgery (technically called blepharoplasty) is a procedure to remove fat–usually along with excess skin and muscle from the upper and lower eyelids. Eyelid surgery can correct drooping upper lids and puffy bags below your eyes - features that make you look older and more tired than you feel, and may even interfere with your vision. However, it won’t remove crow’s feet or other wrinkles, eliminate dark circles under your eyes, or lift sagging eyebrows.

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Laser Hair Reduction Eliminates Shaving

December 5th, 2008

Palomar StarLux™ Hair Removal utilizes clear pulsed light technology to target the melanin found in the hair shaft and follicle. This light heats the area, denatures the cells and destroys the hair follicle. The number of treatments required varies depending on the density, color and location of the hair growth. A consultation is needed to review pricing and number of treatments estimated.
Hair removal procedures are great if you are tired of shaving. Let’s discuss successful hair removal procedures you have had.

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Restore a Thinner and Fitter Look to your Body

December 6th, 2008

An abdominoplasty can help individuals restore a thinner and fitter looking contour to their bodies. The tummy area is made smaller to better match the body of the patient. Board certifed plastic surgeons accomplish this by removing excess fat and skin in the abdominal area and tightening the underlying muscle tissues. This not only helps to restore the physical appearance of the patient, but also restores self-confidence and respect to the patient.

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The Procedure of Male Breast Reduction

December 31st, 2008

Gynecomastia can be performed under general anesthesia or under local anesthesia with intravenous sedation and takes between 1 and 2 hours. Reduction of breast volume can many times be accomplished with ultrasound assisted liposuction. In some cases, a small incision may need to be made in order to remove tissue directly. In rare cases, skin may be removed from around the areola.

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Thigh And Buttock Lift

December 10th, 2008

Patients who desire a thigh and buttock lift usually are seeking to reduce the size of their buttocks or lower trunk area. This plastic surgery procedure is best for individuals who are unable to reduce their size through exercise and dieting. Such factors may affect an individual’s confidence, leading them to seek their own thigh and buttock lift.

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What is a Forehead Lift?

December 19th, 2008

A forehead lift or “browlift” is a procedure that restores a more youthful, refreshed look to the area above the eyes. The procedure corrects drooping brows and improves the horizontal lines and furrows that can make a person appear angry, sad or tired.

A Forehead lift is a perfect procedure for someone that feels their face looks older than they feel. Does anyone have an experience with this surgery? Please share your story.

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Are You a Candidate for a Nose Job?

December 4th, 2008

Rhinoplasty may be appropriate for you if you are dissatisfied with the shape of your nose or if you do not breathe well through your nose. The operation is rarely done before facial growth is completed, that is, age 14 -16. The thickness of the skin on the nose is different in different people. Thinner skin allows any changes made in the underlying skeleton of bone and cartilage to show through clearly. Thick skin tends to hide such changes and may limit the production of a fine delicate look. As we get older it becomes harder to adjust to the look of a very different nose, and dramatic changes may not be a good idea after age 35. Only a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon can help you achieve the look you desire.

I find is interesting they recommend you not get a nose job after the age of 35. Has anyone had one done after that? How has it affected you?

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Get Rid of Embarassing, Unwanted Hair

December 20th, 2008

Laser hair removal gets rid of embarrassing, unwanted hair, quickly and efficiently. With laser hair removal, patients are able to improve appearance and self-confidence.
Laser hair removal is most effective when the targeted hair is darker than the surrounding skin. During laser hair removal a beam of light is directed at the hair follicle, essentially destroying the follicle and reducing the likelihood of regrowth.

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The Basics of Brachioplasty

December 19th, 2008

Brachioplasty, also known as arm lift or arm tuck, is a plastic surgery procedure designed to remove redundant, flabby, and sagging skin folds of the upper arms. Hanging arm skin folds are not only unsightly, but also interfere with one’s ability to fit in sleeved tops, as well as causing underarm skin rash and irritation.

An arm lift can save a person from pain and self-esteem issues. Has anyone had this surgery performed on them that would like to share their experience?

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Reasons People Decide to Have Nasal Surgery

December 16th, 2008

The nose is the most prominent feature of our face. Its size and shape influence our entire facial appearance. A well-shaped nose appears balanced and in harmony with all of a person’s facial features. When the nose is too large or too small for the face it will seem out of balance or asymmetric. Even if the nose is properly sized, but the individual parts of the nose are not well proportioned to one another, then the nose will appear out of sync with the rest of the face. These problems can be due to trauma, genetics, or previous surgery. A well-balanced, proportionate and harmonious nose is essential for a beautiful or handsome appearance and it is for this reason that so many people seek to change and improve the shape of their nose.

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What is Sclerotherapy?

December 19th, 2008

This is a popular method of eliminating superficial telangectasias (Spider Veins) in which a sclerosing agent solution is injected into the veins. We use the safest sclerosing agent of all CONCENTRATED SALINE (23.4%). We prepare it in different concentrations based on skin tone and background (15% - Darker Skin; 18% Moderate Skin and 22% - Fair Skin). An inflammatory reaction will occur soon after the procedure. This is normal and desirable. After about two to three weeks, patients will notice a gradual fading of the treated vessels. More than one session will be necessary, but no more than six per area.

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Reduce The Size of Large Ears

December 6th, 2008

Ear surgery, or otoplasty, is usually done to set prominent ears back closer to the head or to reduce the size of large ears.

When ear surgery is performed by a qualified, experienced surgeon, complications are infrequent and usually minor. Nevertheless, as with any operation, there are risks associated with surgery and specific complications associated with this procedure.

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Are you a Candidate for a Face Lift?

December 17th, 2008

# A man or a woman whose face and neck have begun to sag but whose skin still has some elasticity.

# Whose patients bone structure is strong and well defined.

# Most patients are in their forties to sixties. But a face lift can be done successfully on people in their seventies or eighties.

# A face lift can make you look younger and fresher and may enhance your self confidence in the process. But it can”t give you a totally different look, nor can it restore the vitality of your youth.

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Permanent Make-Up Saves you Time

December 20th, 2008

Micro-pigmentation or permanent make-up can make you look your best with much less time spent on applying make-up. It can help resolve problem eyebrows with too little or uneven hair growth and it can dramatically or subtly accentuate your eye liner. As a medical procedure, it is used to help reduce facial or body scars.

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Face Lift Facts

December 24th, 2008

The average age of a patient having a facelift ranges between forty and sixty-five, but occasionally you will see patients well into their seventies.
Typically, facelift surgeries will last about three hours with an additional three hours allowed for recovery.

I find it interesting that people over 70 would have a facelift performed on them. How do you feel about that?

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Redefine Your Neck with a Neck Lift

December 13th, 2008

A neck lift is usually part of a facelift but may be performed alone. The repair of the playsma muscles helps redefine the neck. Neck-lift procedures reposition and tighten skin that, through aging, has begun to sag.
Neck-lift procedures cannot eliminate all signs of aging. Although this procedure provides a more youthful appearance, the results usually decrease with time. Both genetic and environmental influences cause the face to show further signs of aging.

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Buttock Enhancement is Becoming Even More Popular

December 19th, 2008

Enhancement of buttock appearance is becoming ever more popular. In the past, women noticed certain deficiencies in this area, but were unaware of procedures to alter the buttocks into a more attractive shape. In the last few years, options for buttock enhancement have increased and many patients have undergone treatment safely and effectively. Performing a buttock lift is one way to enhance the appearance of the buttocks.

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Correct Your Protruding Ears with an Otoplasty

December 9th, 2008

As is the case with many facial characteristics, the size and shape of one’s ears is most often a familial trait. Children with protruding ears, for example, will often see that same characteristic in their parents’ and grandparents’ ears. Surgical correction of this deformity can be performed with great success as early as the fourth year. By such time, the ear has reached almost adult size, so there will be little subsequent change.

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Are you Wishing for Fuller, Richer Lips?

December 31st, 2008

You may be wishing for fuller, richer and more sensuous lips. Now there are a variety of procedures some temporary and others more permanent to achieve these desired results.
One technique is known as Fat Transfer. The “fat” is taken from your abdomen or outer thigh and reinjected into your lip area. The results are very good and last from several months to over a year because the fat is gradually absorbed back into the body. You may need two or three treatments to obtain the results you desire.

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Tighten the Skin on your Arms with a Brachioplasty

December 17th, 2008

The arm lift procedure or brachioplasty, is a surgical procedure to remove loose skin and excess fat deposits in the upper arm. With age, upper arm skin can become loose and flabby. The goal with brachioplasty is to tighten the skin and remove the excess fat tissue. In some cases your plastic surgeon may suggest that liposuction be used alone or in conjunction with an arm lift to remove excess fat in the upper arms. Sometimes the skin of the hand is also tightened or resurfaced with IPL.

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What can a Face Lift do for you?

December 19th, 2008

A facelift (technically known as rhytidectomy) can’t stop this aging process. What it can do is “set back the clock,” improving the most visible signs of aging by removing excess fat, tightening underlying muscles, and redraping the skin of your face and neck. A facelift can be done alone, or in conjunction with other procedures such as a forehead lift, eyelid surgery, or nose reshaping.

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What is Abdominoplasty?

December 16th, 2008

Abdominoplasty is a surgical procedure to remove excess skin and fat from the middle and lower abdomen and to tighten the muscles of the abdominal wall. It is also known as a tummy tuck.
Because any surgical procedure carries certain risks and possible complications, you should discuss the procedure in detail with your plastic surgeon.

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Is Ear Surgery for Everyone?

December 13th, 2008

For the most part, the operation is done on children between the ages of four and 14. Ears are almost fully grown by age four, and the earlier the surgery, the less teasing and ridicule the child will have to endure. Ear surgery on adults is also possible, and there are generally no additional risks associated with ear surgery on an older patient.

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Are you Looking for a Breast Augmentation?

December 31st, 2008

Breast Augmentation is designed to create beautiful breasts, a true breast enhancement. Breast augmentation is performed using saline breast implants or silicone breast implants.
Many women choose to have breast augmentation for various reasons; the most common are listed below:

* Women who wish to have fuller breasts because their breasts are too small.
* Women who wish to correct a loss of breast volume after pregnancy.
* Women who wish to have perkier breasts and a better shape after pregnancy.
* Women who wish to correct asymmetry of the breasts.
* Women who wish to replace a previously placed breast implant.

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Improve Your Appearance with Nasal Surgery

December 19th, 2008

Surgery of the nose or Rhinoplasty is performed to increase or decrease the size of the nose, sculpt and change the shape of the tip, bridge, bones, cartilage or nostril size. Nothing has a greater impact on how a person looks than the size and shape of the nose. Because the nose is the most defining characteristic of the face, a slight alteration can greatly improve one’s appearance.

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Women With Very Large Breasts Receive Reduction Mammoplasty Surgery

December 16th, 2008

Women with very large, pendulous breasts may experience a variety of medical problems caused by the excessive weight-from back and neck pain and skin irritation to skeletal deformities and breathing problems. Bra straps may leave indentations in their shoulders. And unusually large breasts can make a woman-or a teenage girl-feel extremely self-conscious. A board certified plastic surgeon can answer any questions you may have about reduction mammoplasty surgery.

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How Does Laser Hair Removal Work?

December 17th, 2008

The laser targets the hair follicle without disrupting the skin’s surface to remove hair on any part of the body for smooth softer looking skin. The energy directed from the lasers hand piece is absorbed by the melanin in the hair follicle, the generated heat energy is designed to destroy the hair follicle so it cannot grow back. Our top of the line approach to hair removal is safe for all skin types and targets all hair colors that contain melenin. The result is permanent hair reduction providing the most desired effect.

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Would you Like to Improve your Nose?

December 20th, 2008

Most patients have a definite idea as to how they would like to ‘improve’ or refine the shape of their nose. The common concerns are the “nasal hump” on the bridge, the thickness of the nasal tip, and the width of their nose. The most important step in the process of learning about rhinoplasty or nasal surgery is for the prospective patient to have an in-depth consultation with a board certified plastic surgeon.

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Procedures of the Body: Liposuction

December 5th, 2008

Liposuction can remove localized fat deposits from almost any area of the body. Board Certified Plastic Surgeons use an “ultrasonic” technique, during which sound waves liquefy fat cells before liposuction begins. This allows the elimination of more tissue, especially in difficult to treat areas such as “love handles” and the upper abdomen. Ultrasound breaks up fibrous tissue in the fat, and gives smoother results than with other types of liposuction.

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Rejuvenate Your Look with a Rhytidectomy

December 4th, 2008

With aging, or in those exposed to large amounts of sun or stress, wrinkled, creased skin can develop on the face, neck or forehead, along with fat deposits and folds around the jaws and jowls. While a facelift can’t stop the aging process, in many cases it can “turn back the clock.” More patients are choosing to have facelifts at a younger age then ever before.

I feel rhytidectomy surgeries are very important to one’s self-esteem. It can make you feel years and years younger.

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Laser Hair Removal Restores Self-Confidence

December 31st, 2008

Laser hair removal uses highly amplified light to penetrate hair follicles. The pigmentation within the hair absorbs the light and the hair is destroyed within that follicle. Because the procedure targets the pigmentation within the hair, the procedure may prove ineffective for hairs that are white or have no pigment. This procedure not only helps to restore the physical appearance of the patient, but also restores self-confidence and respect to the patient.

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What can Liposuction do for You?

December 24th, 2008

A liposuction can help individuals restore a thinner and fitter looking contour to their bodies. The specified portion of the body is made smaller to better match the shape of the patient. Plastic Surgeons accomplish this by removing excess fat through a vacuuming procedure. This not only helps to restore the physical appearance of the patient, but also restores self-confidence and respect to the patient.

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A Nose Job Adresses Both Aesthetic and Functional Concerns

December 9th, 2008

Reconstructive nasal surgery, or rhinoplasty, can be done for cosmetic and/or functional problems, such as septal deviation. As the most prominent feature on one’s face, the nose is a defining characteristic of your overall appearance. The nose also functions as an important organ of respiration. Rhinoplasty addresses both aesthetic and functional concerns.

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Information about Saline Breast Implants

December 19th, 2008

The saline implant has an exterior sack made of solid silicone, which is filled with a sterile saline solution — like the salt-water solution that is administered for intravenous fluids. One of the advantages of this solution is its safety. Should the implant for some reason leak, the saline just gets absorbed by your body, as would the intravenous fluids used during, and after surgery. Yet another advantage of the saline implants is a very low infection rate, which is usually less than one to two percent.

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Improve The Fullness of Your Lips

December 17th, 2008

Patients of all ages may desire improvement in the fullness or bulk of the vermilion (the red part of the lip). Several techniques are available to reproduce fullness of the lips. These include augmentation (Alloderm and Softform/UltraSoft) and fat injections. Each patient must be evaluated on an individual bases to determine which technique will work best for their desired results.

Lip Augmentation is a procedure most people wouldn’t think of, but to some people it is very important. Has anyone had experience with a lip augmentation they would like to share?

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Full Lips have become a Characteristic of Beauty

December 20th, 2008

During the past decade, the size and shape of lips has gained special attention and prominence in the sphere of cosmetic surgery. Enhanced, full, sensuous lips have become the accepted standard as a characteristic of beauty. Great emphasis has been placed on the full lip in glamour and fashion magazines, which has influenced millions of women to achieve this look. Lip enhancement gained particular popularity in the late 1980’s with the invention and availability of Collagen.

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The Ideal Patient for Liposuction

December 16th, 2008

Liposculpture, most commonly referred to as liposuction, is a surgical procedure that is highly effective for removing unwanted fat in a specific body area. The ideal patient is one who has hereditary fat accumulations that are diet and exercise resistant. These are most commonly found in the abdomen, hips, inner and outer thighs, inner knees, upper arms, neck and cheek areas.

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Are You a Candidate for an Otoplasty?

December 11th, 2008

You may be a candidate for ear pinning (otoplasty) if you have ears that stick out too far from the side of the head. You may also want to have an otoplasty procedure if your ears have an unusual or undesirable shape.

I find it interesting that most people that have an otoplasty performed are children. Has anyone older than 18 ever had one performed? What were the results like?

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Correct Excess Skin to your Arms

December 4th, 2008

A Board Certified Plastic Surgeon uses an arm lift or brachioplasty to correct excess skin to the arms. Over time, excess skin to the upper arms can develop compelling people to seek correction.

Upper arms are a part of a body that many people are self-concious about. I find it interesting that they are capable of making your arms look normal again.

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The Main Goals of a Tummy Tuck

December 2nd, 2008

The main goals of a Tummy Tuck are to remove the excess, loose skin and fat of the lower abdomen and to tighten the abdominal muscles. Abdominoplasty offers the best chance to have as flat an abdomen and as narrow a waist as possible. The procedure unlocks the potential that is there. In Los Angeles, Tummy Tucks can make all the difference in feeling and looking like your old self. A Los Angeles Plastic Surgeon has extensive experience in this surgery having performed well over 1500 Tummy Tucks.

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Smooth Out your face with Botox

December 31st, 2008

BOTOX® Cosmetic is a simple, non-surgical, physician-administered treatment that can temporarily smooth moderate to severe frown lines between the brows in people from 18 to 65 years of age. It is the only treatment of its type approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA).

Take a look at men and women who’ve had BOTOX® Cosmetic treatments, and see for yourself!
One 10-minute treatment—a few tiny injections—and within days there’s a noticeable improvement in those persistent lines between the brows, which can last up to 4 months. Results may vary.

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Nasal Surgery is One of the Most Common Plastic Surgery Procedures

December 6th, 2008

Rhinoplasty, or surgery to reshape the nose, is one of the most common of all plastic surgery procedures. Rhinoplasty can reduce or increase the size of your nose, change the shape of the tip or the bridge, narrow the span of the nostrils, or change the angle between your nose and your upper lip. It may also correct a birth defect or injury, or help relieve some breathing problems.

I always thought nasal surgeries were only for cosmetic purposes.

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Rejuvenate your Upper Arm with an Arm Lift

December 31st, 2008

An arm lift, also known as brachioplasty, is a surgical procedure to remove loose skin and excess fat deposits in the upper arm. With age, upper arm skin can become loose and flabby. Plastic surgeons will discuss brachioplasty with patients who want to tighten this skin and look as good as they feel. In some cases your plastic surgeon may suggest that liposuction be used alone or in conjunction with an arm lift to remove excess fat in the upper arms.

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Post-Male Breast Reduction Instructions

December 4th, 2008

It is important to follow any instructions your physician may give you following your Male Breast Reduction. Patients should be aware that soreness will be present after the operation and that moderate to heavy physical activity following the operation should be avoided for a period of time.

Male breast reduction can greatly help a one’s confidence. What are people’s opinions on it?

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Stop Being Self-Concious About Your Male Breasts

December 20th, 2008

For men who feel self-conscious about their appearance, breast-reduction surgery can help. The procedure removes fat and or glandular tissue from the breasts, and in extreme cases removes excess skin, resulting in a chest that is flatter, firmer, and better contoured.

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Arizona Browlift Turns Back Your Clock

November 25th, 2008

A browlift is a procedure that renews a more youthful, rejuvenated appearance above the eyes. Often the drooping brows, horizontal lines, and furrows can cause a person to appear angry, sad, and tired. People develop the creases and frown lines due to aging, stress, and/or muscle activity. In a browlift, the muscles and tissues that cause the furrowing or drooping are removed or altered to smooth the forehead, raise the eyebrows and minimize frown lines.

An Arizona Board Certified Plastic Surgeon can best help you get the browlift you desire.

I find forehead lifts very successful in turning back one’s clock. They really make a person look younger. Has anyone had this done before?

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Considering a Thigh Lift?

November 21st, 2008

A thigh and buttock lift can help such individuals restore a thinner and fitter looking contour to their bodies. The buttocks are made smaller to better match the body of the patient. A plastic surgeon accomplishes this by removing excess fat and skin in the thigh and buttock areas and tightening the underlying muscle tissues. This not only helps to restore the physical appearance of the patient, but also restores self-confidence and respect to the patient. Please contact a plastic surgeon to learn more about getting a thigh and buttock lift.

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BOTOX® Injections Thousand Oaks

November 21st, 2008

The beauty of a BOTOX® Cosmetic treatment is that it’s a simple, 10-minute, non-surgical process. Treatment consists of a few tiny injections of very low dosage, made through a very fine needle, directly into the appropriate muscles. Results may vary. And there’s no recovery time. You can even do it on your lunch break. You can request that the area be desensitized with a cold pack or anesthetic cream prior to beginning, though most patients experience only brief mild discomfort. The process takes only about ten minutes, and a noticeable improvement in your frown lines appears within a few days. The results generally last around four to six months, after which time the injections can be repeated.
I never knew Botox Injections were so simple. Has anyone ever had them before?

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Board Certified Plastic Surgeon Rhinoplasty

November 21st, 2008

Many features which are not desirable in a nose may be improved through Rhinoplasty. Noses may be made narrower, straighter, longer or shorter. Humps may be removed and the shape, size and angle and definition of the tip of the nose may be altered. Breathing problems caused by a deviated septum may be corrected. Rhinoplasty may be performed at any time after facial growth has been completed that is age 15-16 for women and age 16-17 for men. The ideal outcome for Rhinoplasty is a natural appearing with balance and harmony, enhancing beauty of the eyes and lips. Always use a board certified plastic surgeon to perform your rhinoplasty.
I never realized how many different things they can fix performing nasal surgery on someone. Do you have any personal experiences with rhinoplasty? Please discuss.

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Are You a Candidate for Liposuction?

November 27th, 2008

You may be a candidate for liposuction if you have excess subcutaneous fat, which is resistant to diet and exercise. Liposuction may also be desirable if you wish to change the contours of your body. Commonly involved areas are the anterior part of the neck (under the chin), upper arms and armpits, male chest/breasts, trunk, abdomen, waist, hips, thighs, inner knees, calves, and ankles. Most patients are near normal weight and desire permanent contour changes. For the best liposuction services consult a board certified plastic surgeon.

Liposuction is a great way to get rid of unwanted fat. Let’s discuss the pros and cons of liposuction.

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Two Different Types of Breast Implants: Saline vs. Silicone

November 25th, 2008

Breast Augmentation uses breast implants which are either filled with a saline solution or silicone gel. Saline implants are most commonly used as the use of silicone implants has been restricted. This is because the rupture of a silicone implant may release the silicone material into the body’s tissues which is a significant health concern. If saline implants rupture, the saline solution is harmlessly reabsorbed into the body and the implant can be replaced.

A Long Beach Board Certified Plastic Surgeon can help you to achieve your goals.

I know breast augmentation is a very common performed plastic surgery procedure, but I didn’t know there were different types of implants. Did anyone else not know?

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Disguise the Signs of Aging with a Facial Rejuvenation

November 27th, 2008

A facelift is a surgical procedure used to improve those visible signs of aging on the face and neck, primarily due to sagging. As individuals age, the skin and muscles of the face begin to lose tone and begin to sag. The facelift cannot stop the process of aging. It can improve the most visible signs of aging by tightening and lifting the deeper structures, re-draping the skin of the face and neck, and removing selected areas of fat. An Arizona Board Certified Plastic Surgeon can help you receive the facial rejuvenation that you desire.
Have you ever seen before and after pictures of facial rejuvenation? They really do make you look younger! Does anyone know of someone who has had this done?

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Los Angeles Plastic Surgeon Ear Surgery (Otoplasty)

November 21st, 2008

Ear surgery is performed to set ears back that either stand out substantially from the side of the head, or to reduce the size of oversized ears. For the most part, the operation is done on children between the ages of six and fourteen, usually when they get tired of being teased. Often times this self consciousness forces one to wear their hair long and down just to cover up their prominent ears. The results of this procedure, whether performed in children or adults, are rewarding and impressive. Ear surgery is also possible in adults with fewer risks. You have to be clear about what and how you want your ear to be when you talk to the doctor.
* When a qualified and experienced surgeon performs the ear surgery, the complications and risks involved are usually minor.
* Patients may develop a blood clot on the ear. It can dissolve naturally or drawn out with a needle.
* Patient may develop an infection in the cartilage, which can cause sear tissue to form.

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The Desire For More Natural-Looking Ears

November 27th, 2008

Most patients, young and old alike, are thrilled with the results of ear surgery. But keep in mind, the goal is improvement, not perfection. Don’t expect both ears to match perfectly-perfect symmetry is both unlikely and unnatural in ears. If you’ve discussed the procedure and your expectations with the plastic surgeon before the operation, chances are, you’ll be quite pleased with the result.

When considering corrective ear surgery make sure to consult a board certified plastic surgeon.

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Breast Lift (Mastopexy): The Cure For Sagging Breasts

November 26th, 2008

A breast lift, technically called a mastopexy, is a surgical procedure which can help to restore a more youthful and natural shape to sagging breasts. Gravity, pregnancy, nursing, weight gain, loss of skin elasticity, and aging, can all lead to sagging and a loss of firmness. A breast lift removes excess skin and tissue to reshape and firm the breasts, and it almost always involves repositioning the nipple-areola complex higher on the breast mound. A Board Certified Plastic Surgeon in California can help you get the breast lift you want.

I think it is great to have a surgery that restores self-esteem and confidence into older woman and mothers. The aftermath of pregnancy can be crushing to some women, especially when younger. Has anyone had an experience with a mastopexy?

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How to choose a cosmetic dentist in Sacramento Ca.

November 1st, 2008

How do you select a cosmetic dentist?? Is it based on education, before and after photos or a referral from a friend.

I found one that Im impressed with Dr. Michael Boyce from Arden Dental Care in Sacramento California. Dr. Michael Boyce D.D.S. has been practicing cosmetic and general dentistry in Sacramento for over 21 years. He is a Member of the American Dental Association - Member of the California Dental Association and a Member of the Sacramento District Dental Association.

Lots of experience and some great before and after photos. Id like to know how you would find a cosmetic dentist in your area and what things you would look for in making an informed decision. What is most important to you in selecting a cosmetic dentist?

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Bring Balance to Your Face with a Chin Augmentation

November 27th, 2008

Chin augmentation is a way to bring balance to the facial structure of correcting a weak chin due to the related bone resorption or facial trauma. This procedure can be as simple as injecting a tissue augmentation filler to implanting a silicone or porex chin implant. A weak chin can also make a normal nose appear large and an already pronounced nose larger. It may also give the appearance of a fleshy neck. This also brings a balanced relationship within the structure of the face. Consult with an Austin Board Certified Plastic Surgeon about this plastic surgery procedure.

I was unaware how important a chin is to the balance of one’s face. Has anyone ever thought about having this surgery?

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A Look At Beverly Hills Eyelid Surgery (Blepharoplasty)

November 25th, 2008

Eyelid surgery (technically called blepharoplasty) is a procedure to remove fat–usually along with excess skin and muscle from the upper and lower eyelids. Eyelid surgery can correct drooping upper lids and puffy bags below your eyes - features that make you look older and more tired than you feel, and may even interfere with your vision. However, it won’t remove crow’s feet or other wrinkles, eliminate dark circles under your eyes, or lift sagging eyebrows. While it can add an upper eyelid crease to Asian eyes, it will not erase evidence of your ethnic or racial heritage. Blepharoplasty can be done alone, or in conjunction with other facial surgery procedures such as a facelift or browlift.

If you’re interested in creating a whole new you, a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon can help you design a complete makeover.

Has anyone ever had a blepharoplasty procedure performed on them?

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The Best Candidates for Abdominoplasty

November 21st, 2008

The best candidates for abdominoplasty are men or women who are in relatively good shape but are bothered by a large fat deposit or loose abdominal skin that won’t respond to diet or exercise. The surgery is particularly helpful to women who, through multiple pregnancies, have stretched their abdominal muscles and skin beyond the point where they can return to normal. Loss of skin elasticity in older patients, which frequently occurs with slight obesity, can also be improved. Contact a board certified plastic surgeon for a tummy tuck in California.

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Major Problems that Affect the Eyelids and a Solution, Blepharoplasty

November 27th, 2008

There are essentially two major problems that affect the eyelids. One is the build up of excess fat behind the eyelids, especially in the lower eyelids. This pushes outward on the eyelid causing a bulge or “bag” to develop. Light, which most often comes from above us, will shine on the bulge and cause a shadow to form under the lid. This gives the appearance of dark circles and the tired-look.

The second major problem affecting eyelids is wrinkling of the skin. This is due to a loss of the skin’s natural elastic properties, which can be as a result of the aging process, sun damage and cigarette smoking. The excess skin can become redundant and hang down, especially on the upper lids, adding to that tired or aged appearance. Excessive drooping of the upper eyelids can even obstruct vision.

Surgical treatment, called a Blepharoplasty, is directed at each of these problems. A Beverly Hills Plastic Surgeon has been a pioneer in developing a remarkable method of Blepharoplasty, which employs the use of the laser. This ultra skilled approach represents a blend of the highest level of safety with the best aesthetic results.

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Dr. Gilbert Tresley offers Chemical Peel in Chicago

July 16th, 2008

The chemical peel is a widely accepted procedure to eradicate fine wrinkles in the skin. The procedure can be performed alone or at a later date after face lift or eyelid surgery.

Patients with fair complexions are better candidates as the chemical peel can remove pigment from the skin creating a line of demarcation between treated and untreated skin in patients with darker complexions.

The chemical peel creates a raw surface which heals in approximately ten days. Once healed, makeup can be applied. The peeled skin is initially red and rapidly fades to pink. This pink color may last for several months. Care must be taken to protect this skin from sun exposure by using a sun screen for at least six months.

Light chemical peels can be performed in the office. Deeper or full face peels are performed on an outpatient basis in a surgical center.

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Male Breast Reduction in St. Louis

July 17th, 2008

Male breast reduction (Gynecomastia) is performed on men with enlarged female-like breasts.

Procedure:
* This procedure involves removing the breast tissue through an incision around the areola or by liposuction. The procedure usually takes 1-2 hours and it is performed in the operating room as an outpatient.

Side Effects:
* Swelling, bruising and numbness.

Recovery:
* Back to work 5-7 days.
* More strenuous activity at 1 month.
* Patient must wear compression garment for 3-4 weeks.

Fees:
* $8000 and up.
Price based on O.R. time used.

Dr. Paul Rottler in St. Louis can help you to achieve your goals. He specializes in procedures relating to male breast reduction including procedures such as face lifts, breast augmentation, nose jobs, liposuction, and tummy tucks.

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Salmon Creek Plastic Surgery offers “Titan” Skin Tightening

July 7th, 2008

The Cutera Titan gives you an all-natural option to enhance skin tone. Titan uses light energy to heat the dermis deep beneath your skin’s surface. Without surgery, recovery time, or injections, Titan is an ideal solution for your face, abdomen, arms and more.

How does the Cutera Titan work?
Titan uses a safe infrared light to heat the dermis well below the skin’s surface. During the procedure, the skin’s surface (epidermis) is protected through continuous cooling with the Titan handpiece.

The Titan difference
Titan’s light-based platform provides a more uniform distribution of energy for heating the deep dermis than other energy sources, such as RF (radio-frequency).

Who can be treated?
Since the Titan procedure heats tissue under the skin’s surface, patients of any skin type or age can be treated.

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Tummy Tuck in Indiana

July 9th, 2008

There are a wide variety of cosmetic procedures available to help reshape and redefine your body. The type of surgery best for you depends on a number of factors, among them your age, skin tone, and body type. Ask Dr. Frank which surgery is the right one to help you to achieve your personal body contouring goals.

If lower abdominal stretch marks or redundant skin across the lower abdomen is keeping you from wearing the clothes you’d like, keeping you from exercising, or spoiling what you see when you look in the mirror, a tummy tuck (abdominoplasty) may be a good choice for you.

A Tummy Tuck actually involves two body changing procedures. Obviously, there is excision of redundant skin and fat on the lower abdomen but, less obviously, the weakness of the abdominal wall is tightened cinching in the waist several inches. Sometimes an old C-section scar is used to avoid new scars.

The procedure is done under general anesthesia on an outpatient basis. You can often resume many of your routine activities within weeks of surgery.

For body contouring in Indiana contact Dr. Frank.

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Vaginal Rejuvenation in Honolulu

July 22nd, 2008

Vaginal Rejuvenation is frequently requested after a woman has given birth. Often with normal vaginal deliveries the vagina is torn and never regains its original tone. With Vaginal rejuvenation the vaginal muscles are tightened and the area can be made tighter than the original orifice. Scarring is internal and not visible and the procedure is safe and reliable.

Dr. Benjamin Chu in Hawaii can help you to achieve your goals. He specializes in procedures relating to vaginal rejuvenation including procedures such as face lifts, breast augmentation, nose jobs, ear pinning, liposuction, and tummy tucks. To schedule an appointment or to learn more about a vaginal rejuvenation, please contact us today.

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Breast Reduction offered in California

July 8th, 2008

Women with very large, pendulous breasts may experience a variety of medical problems caused by the excessive weight-from back and neck pain and skin irritation to skeletal deformities and breathing problems.

Breast reduction, technically known as reduction mammaplasty, is designed for such women. The procedure removes fat, glandular tissue, and skin from the breasts, making them smaller, lighter, and firmer. It can also reduce the size of the areola, the darker skin surrounding the nipple. The goal is to give the woman smaller, better-shaped breasts in proportion with the rest of her body.

The Best Candidates for Breast Augmentation
Breast reduction is usually performed for physical relief rather than simply cosmetic improvement. Most women who have the surgery are troubled by very large, sagging breasts that restrict their activities and cause them physical discomfort.

In most cases, breast reduction isn’t performed until a woman’s breasts are fully developed; however, it can be done earlier if large breasts are causing serious physical discomfort. The best candidates are those who are mature enough to fully understand the procedure and have realistic expectations about the results. Breast reduction is not recommended for women who intend to breast-feed.

All Surgery Carries Some Uncertainty and Risk
Breast reduction is not a simple operation, but it’s normally safe when performed by a qualified plastic surgeon. Nevertheless, as with any surgery, there is always a possibility of complications, including bleeding, infection, or reaction to the anesthesia. You can reduce your risks by closely following your physician’s advice both before and after surgery.

The procedure does leave noticeable, permanent scars, although they’ll be covered by your bra or bathing suit. (Poor healing and wider scars are more common in smokers.) The procedure can also leave you with slightly mismatched breasts or unevenly positioned nipples. Future breast-feeding may not be possible, since the surgery removes many of the milk ducts leading to the nipples.

Planning Your Surgery
In your initial consultation, it’s important to discuss your expectations frankly with your surgeon, and to listen to his opinion. Every patient-and every physician, as well-has a different view of what is a desirable size and shape for breasts.

Your surgeon will describe the procedure in detail, explaining its risks and limitations and making sure you understand the scarring that will result. The surgeon will also explain the anesthesia he or she will use, the facility where the surgery will be performed, and the costs.

He will discuss the variables that may affect the procedure-such as your age, the size and shape of your breasts, and the condition of your skin. You should also discuss where the nipple and areola will be positioned; they’ll be moved higher during the procedure, and should be approximately even with the crease beneath your breasts.

For a breast reduction in Encino California contact board certified plastic surgeon Dr. Saul Berger.

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Dr. Robert Kearney offers Botox® in San Diego

July 23rd, 2008

You may be a candidate for Botox® if you have lines or deep grooves along your forehead between your eyebrows, or around the corners of your eyes (crow’s feet) that bother you. Botox injections are a temporary solution for reducing the appearance of lines and can last anywhere from 3-5 months. Dr. Kearney performs Botox injections in the office and there is no anesthetic required and no downtime. You may return to normal activities immediately following your appointment. It usually takes 3-4 days to see the effects of Botox. Botox can also be used to treat overactive sweat glands in the armpits as well as help in the treatment of Migraine headaches. On an occasional patient, Botox is used in the mouth area to decease the appearance of vertical lip lines.

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Rhinoplasty in Bryan Texas or in College Station

July 16th, 2008

Rhinoplasty, or surgery to reshape the nose, is one of the most common of all plastic surgery procedures. Rhinoplasty can reduce or increase the size of your nose, change the shape of the tip or the bridge, narrow the span of the nostrils, or change the angle between your nose and your upper lip. It may also correct a birth defect or injury, or help relieve some breathing problems.

If you’re considering rhinoplasty, this information will give you a basic understanding of the procedure-when it can help, how it’s performed, and what results you can expect. It can’t answer all of your questions, since a lot depends on the individual patient and the surgeon. Please ask your Dr. Malcolm Rude about anything you don’t understand.

The Best Candidates for Rhinoplasty
Rhinoplasty can enhance your appearance and your self-confidence, but it won’t necessarily change your looks to match your ideal, or cause other people to treat you differently. Before you decide to have surgery, think carefully about your expectations and discuss them with your surgeon.

The best candidates for rhinoplasty are people who are looking for improvement, not perfection, in the way they look. If you’re physically healthy, psychologically stable, and realistic in your expectations, you may be a good candidate.

Rhinoplasty can be performed to meet aesthetic goals or for reconstructive purposes-to correct birth defects or breathing problems.

Planning Your Surgery
Good communication between you and your physician is essential. In your initial consultation, the surgeon will ask what you’d like your nose to look like, evaluate the structure of your nose and face, and discuss the possibilities with you. He or she will also explain the factors that can influence the procedure and the results. These factors include the structure of your nasal bones and cartilage, the shape of your face, the thickness of your skin, your age, and your expectations.

Be sure to tell your surgeon if you’ve had any previous nose surgery or an injury to your nose, even if it was many years ago. You should also inform your surgeon if you have any allergies or breathing difficulties; if you’re taking any medications, vitamins, or recreational drugs; and if you smoke.

The Surgery
Rhinoplasty usually takes an hour or two, though complicated procedures may take longer. During surgery the skin of the nose is separated from its supporting framework of bone and cartilage, which is then sculpted to the desired shape. The nature of the sculpting will depend on your problem and your surgeon’s preferred technique. Finally, the skin is redraped over the new framework.

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Dr. Robert Hein Otoplasty in Oklahoma

July 21st, 2008

If You’re Considering Ear Surgery…
Ear surgery, or otoplasty, is usually done to set prominent ears back closer to the head or to reduce the size of large ears.
For the most part, the operation is done on children between the ages of four and 14. Ears are almost fully grown by age four, and the earlier the surgery, the less teasing and ridicule the child will have to endure. Ear surgery on adults is also possible, and there are generally no additional risks associated with ear surgery on an older patient.
If you’re considering ear surgery for yourself or your child, this information will give you a basic understanding of the procedure-when it can help, how it’s performed, and what results you can expect. It can’t answer all of your questions, since a lot depends on your individual circumstances. Please be sure to ask your doctor if there is anything you don’t understand about the procedure
All Surgery Carries Some Uncertainty and Risk
When ear surgery is performed by a qualified, experienced surgeon, complications are infrequent and usually minor. Nevertheless, as with any operation, there are risks associated with surgery and specific complications associated with this procedure.
A small percentage of patients may develop a blood clot on the ear. It may dissolve naturally or can be drawn out with a needle.
Occasionally, patients develop an infection in the cartilage, which can cause scar tissue to form. Such infections are usually treated with antibiotics; rarely, surgery may be required to drain the infected area.

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Dr. Mills in Southern California offers Thighplasty

July 17th, 2008

Many women are concerned about laxity and looseness of the upper thigh area. This can be a result of significant weight loss or simply loss of skin elasticity over time. Also the quality of the skin can change due to collagen damage from sun exposure.

The Thigh lift procedure is designed to remove excess skin, achieving attractive looking upper legs. Many patients state that they would not wear shorts or a bathing suit because of the loose skin on the upper legs. After the thighplasty procedure they have renewed confidence in their appearance and begin wearing clothing they previously avoided.

There are different types of thigh lifting procedures. For those that complain of the excess skin on the outer thighs, a Lateral Thigh Lift procedure targets that area. This procedure is designed to tighten skin on the front and the sides of the leg. The incision is made at the top of the leg. Dr. Mills will discuss the location of the incision in detail with you at the consultation. He will demonstrate how removing the excess skin will achieve a tighter, more youthful looking leg contour.

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Breast Lift in Scottsdale - Mesa Arizona

July 3rd, 2008

Procedure Description:
This procedure improves the shape of the breast and elevates and downsizes the nipple complex.

What To Expect:
Breast lifting can be done with or without changing the size of the breast. If more fullness is desired, Dr. Flint will recommend that an implant be added. If the breasts are very heavy and pendulous the breast may be downsized at surgery. It depends on your goals. Most importantly, the shape will be improved and the nipple complex will be downsized and moved up higher.

The scar pattern varies depending on how much lift is required and the pre-operative size of the breasts. Most patients find the improvement in shape well worth the trade off of having a scar. Scars generally fade nicely with time.

Preprocedure:
Dr. Flint will meet with you and discuss your goals regarding your breast surgery. She will examine you and discuss your options and make recommendations. all of your questions will be answered. You will be given information regarding the fees and an opportunity to select a date for your surgery if you so desire.

Postprocedure:
You will be able to go home about two hours after your surgery. Dr. Flint will see you in the office in one to two days and place you in a sports bra at that time. Three weeks later she will re-examine you and allow you to return to full activities. Most people take one to two weeks off of work. Discomfort is mild and should resolve within seven to ten days. Breast shape will be improved immediately but will continue to improve over the first three post-operative months.

For a breast lift in Scottsdale and in Mesa Arizona contact female board certified plastic surgeon Patti Flint, M.D.

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Dr. Granzow offers Scar Revision in Los Angeles

July 23rd, 2008

If You’re Considering Scar Revision…
Scars, whether they’re caused by accidents or by surgery, are unpredictable. The way a scar develops depends as much on how your body heals as it does on the original injury or on the surgeon’s skills.
Many variables can affect the severity of scarring, including the size and depth of the wound, the blood supply to the area, the thickness and color of your skin, and the direction of the scar. How much the appearance of a scar bothers you is, of course, a personal matter.
While no scar can be removed completely, plastic surgeons can often improve the appearance of a scar, making it less obvious through the injection or application of certain steroid medications or through surgical procedures known as scar revisions.
If you’re considering scar revision, this will give you a basic understanding of the most common types of scars, the procedures used to treat them, and the results you can expect. It can’t answer all of your questions, since a lot depends on your individual circumstances. Please be sure to ask your doctor if there is anything about the procedure you don’t understand.
After Scar Revision
With any kind or scar revision, it’s very important to follow your surgeon’s instructions after surgery to make sure the wound heals properly. Although you may be up and about very quickly, your surgeon will advise you on gradually resuming your normal activities.
As you heal, keep in mind that no scar can be removed completely; the degree of improvement depends on the size and direction of your scar, the nature and quality of your skin, and how well you care for the wound after the operation. If your scar looks worse at first, don’t panic-the final results of your surgery may not be apparent for a year or more.
For Scar Revision in Los Angeles please contact Board Certified Plastic Surgeon Dr. Jay Granzow.

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Cheek Elevation - Cheek Implants in Phoenix Arizona

July 22nd, 2008

Plastic surgeons use facial implants to improve and enhance facial contours. Frequently, these implants will help provide a more harmonious balance to your face and features so that you feel better about the way you look.

Cheek implant surgery usually takes about 30 to 45 minutes. When cheek implants are being placed in conjunction with another cosmetic procedure, such as a facelift, forehead lift or eyelid surgery, the implants may be inserted through the incisions made for those procedures. Otherwise, an incision will be made either inside your upper lip or your lower eyelid. A pocket is then formed and an implant is inserted.

After surgery, a dressing will be applied to minimize discomfort and swelling. The severity and duration of such side effects may vary, especially if another cosmetic procedure was performed at the same time.

If you are considering cheek augmentation in Phoenix Arizona contact cosmetic surgeon Robert Marouk. Facial plastic surgery procedures offered at the Cosmetic Surgical Art Center in Phoenix Arizona include facelift surgery, rhinoplasty, neck lift surgery, blepharoplasty, lip augmentation and ear surgery.

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Breast Lift Atlanta - Mastopexy

July 7th, 2008

Breast lift Atlanta, also known as mastopexy, is an effective way to lift and reshape breasts that have lost volume and elasticity. A popular procedure at our Georgia office, breast lift Atlanta can help you look and feel more confident in your clothes and significantly improve self-image.

Patients wishing to increase breast volume may also consider having breast implant surgery at our Atlanta area office in conjunction with breast lift Atlanta to further enhance results.

Usually performed under general anesthesia, the breast lift Atlanta procedure can take anywhere from one to four hours, depending on the extent of the surgery. The goal for our Georgia office staff for all breast lift Atlanta procedures is to lift and reshape the breast to obtain a more youthful, yet natural looking appearance. This is achieved by removing excess, sagging skin and repositioning the nipples. Dr. R. Morgan Davoudi will discuss several different surgical approaches and, after a thorough examination and consultation, he will recommend the breast lift Atlanta technique that will work best for you.

Breast lift Atlanta usually takes one and half to three and half hours. The most common breast lift Atlanta procedure involves an anchor shaped incision across the base of the breast as well as incisions around the areolas and an incision between the areola and the base of the breast. The incision outlines the area from which the breast skin will be removed and defines the new location for the nipple. The nipple and areola are moved to a higher position with the removal of excess skin. The skin surrounding the areola is then brought down to reshape the breast. Maximal correction of the breast shape is possible but at the cost of more scarring.

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Dr. Julie Edween performs Breast Reduction

July 17th, 2008

Excessively large breasts can contribute to neck and back pain, breast pain, and poor posture. A breast reduction addresses and removes this excess tissue while sculpting the breast into a smaller, more comfortable shape.

This plastic surgeon focuses on plastic surgery and cosmetic surgery procedures including breast reductions and other reconstructive surgical procedures. Please contact us today to learn more about this procedure.

Patients who desire a breast reduction in Los Angeles may have symptoms caused by the excessive weight of large breasts. Breast reduction usually can solve these problems as well as improve the size and shape of your breasts. Following breast reduction, your breasts will be more proportional to the rest of your body, and clothes will fit you better. Such factors may boost an individual’s confidence, leading them to seek their own breast reduction in Los Angeles.

Breast reduction can be performed at any age, but plastic surgeons usually recommend waiting until breast development has stopped. Childbirth and breast-feeding may have significant and unpredictable effects on the size and shape of your breasts. Nevertheless, many women decide to undergo breast reduction before having children and feel that they can address any subsequent changes later. If you plan to breast-feed in the future, you should discuss this with your plastic surgeon.

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Dr. Friedlander performs Forehead Lift

July 16th, 2008

A forehead lift addresses the area of the upper face. It restores a more youthful, refreshed look to the area, making you look less tired, angry, or sad, by correcting drooping brows and improving the horizontal lines on your forehead. It is frequently performed with an upper lid blepharoplasty and can be performed with a face lift to provide facial balance and harmony.

The goal of the procedure is to raise the brow to a more aesthetically appealing position. It will also improve fullness over the outside corner of the lid, a scowling appearance of the eyes and horizontal frown lines of the forehead. It is not intended to create a look of surprise or what is commonly called the “deer in the headlights” look. Botox is not a substitute for a forehead lift, it can give you an idea of what to expect. Dr. Friedlander will show you potential areas of benefit during your consultation.

Several different approaches may be used, such as an endoscopic approach, a lateral brow and transblepharoplasy approach and rarely a coronal approach. Most often, only small incisions are required. The procedure is often performed with face lift and/or blepharoplasty. There may be some postoperative swelling or bruising, which resolves relatively quickly. You are able to return to work in a week if no other surgery is being performed.

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Liposuction by Dr. Robert Kearney in La Jolla

July 9th, 2008

Introduction:
Liposuction is a cosmetic surgery operation that helps sculpt the body by removing fat from specific areas like the abdomen, hips, buttocks, thighs, knees, upper arms, chin, cheeks, and neck. The fat is usually removed through a cannula (a hollow tube) and aspirator (a suction device). Liposuction is not a substitute for dieting and exercise, but it can remove stubborn areas of fat that do not respond to traditional weight loss methods.

Best candidates for liposuction:
You may be a candidate for liposuction (liposculpture) if you have areas of excess fat that bother you. Sometimes even with diet and exercise these localized fatty deposits can remain. Areas where you might carry excess fat include the arms, back, chest, stomach, thighs, hips and buttocks.

Dr. Kearney performs liposculpture under general or local anesthesia and you may go home the same day. Using tiny canulas or suction tubes, Dr. Kearney removes excess fat from the desired areas. Incisions are very small and placed as inconspicuously as possible. Depending on the number of areas treated and the amount of fat removed, you are usually able to return to work a few days after the procedure. Normal activity can often be resumed within a few weeks.

For liposuction in San Diego County - contact board certified plastic surgeon Robert Kearney. Located in La Jolla serving San Diego, Encinitas and Del Mar.

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Dr. Wishnew performs Abdominoplasty in Texas

July 8th, 2008

Patients who desire an abdominoplasty in Austin Texas usually are seeking to reduce the size of a protruding abdominal area. This plastic surgery procedure is best for individuals who are unable to eliminate their protruding abdomen through exercise and dieting. Such factors may affect an individual”s confidence, leading them to seek tummy tuck surgery.

An abdominoplasty can help such individuals restore a thinner and fitter looking contour to their bodies. The tummy area is made smaller to better match the body of the patient. Austin plastic surgeon Dr. Wishnew accomplishes this by removing excess fat and skin in the abdominal area and tightening the underlying muscle tissues. This not only helps to restore the physical appearance of the patient, but also restores self-confidence and respect to the patient.

An abdominoplasty is a very individualized procedure in which your goals should be realistically determined and discussed with your plastic surgeon. Together you will determine what specific procedures will be performed. An abdominoplasty is often performed in conjunction with other procedures such as liposuction so that the hips can be shaped to match the smaller tummy. Once your goals have been determined you will set a date for this procedure and will be given instructions about how to prepare.

When the date for your abdominoplasty has arrived, you should plan on the surgery taking several hours or more depending on which procedures you are having performed. Two procedures are available, the full abdominoplasty or the partial abdominoplasty for patients who only need to reduce the lower belly. The physician will create an incision that runs along the lower waist line and then will remove excess fat and skin. The abdominal muscles will then be tightened and set into place.

The full tummy tuck differs from the partial procedure in the extent of work done. Generally, the partial procedure does not require the naval to separated from tissue below it while the full procedure does. The full procedure has a greater effect in reducing the size of the abdomen, but recovery time for the partial procedure is usually shorter and results in a smaller scar.

The abdominal area may experience some pain and swelling during the first few days following the procedure. Dr. Wishnew will likely advise you on other precautions to take following the surgery. Several weeks recovery time is usual and exercise will often help speed the recovery process after the initial recovery period. All procedures are performed with anesthesia to minimize any discomfort or pain.

Dr. Wishnew can help you achieve your goals. To schedule an appointment or to learn more about having an abdominoplasty in Austin Texas, please contact us today.

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Dr. Ali Masharrafa Breast Augmentation

July 22nd, 2008

Breast Augmentation in Phoenix is a cosmetic procedure that uses implants to enlarge the shape of the breasts. It is designed to increase the size of small or underdeveloped breasts. Surgery can also restore and enhance your breast volume if it has decreased as a result of having children. This procedure is performed by placing the implant behind the existing breast tissue and/or the pectoral major muscle. The method of inserting your implant will depend on your anatomy and your surgeon’s recommendation. The incision can be made either in the crease where the breast meets the chest, around the areola, or in the armpit. Breast augmentation can enhance your appearance and your self-confidence.

Dr. Ali Mosharrafa in Phoenix can help you to achieve your goals. He specializes in procedures relating to breast augmentation including procedures such as eyelid lifts, brow lifts, breast reduction, liposuction, and tummy tucks. To schedule an appointment or to learn more about a breast augmentation, please contact us today.

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Board Certified Plastic Surgeon in Michigan offers Blepharoplasty

July 17th, 2008

What is a blepharoplasty?
Over time, during normal aging or even with weight loss, the face will change resulting in excess skin laxity, joweling, wrinkling and even elongation of the facial skeleton itself compelling patients to seek correction. In addition, the skin of the eyelids may also sag resulting even in obstruction of vision. Eyelid surgery aims to restore the eyelid by removing excess skin, fat, and muscle. Dr. Kayser is a Michigan Plastic Surgeon who is Board Certified in Plastic surgery. As a perfectionist, Dr. Kayser will take all measures necessary to ensure that your results are the best that he can offer.

How long does a blepharoplasty last?
Although aging will always continue, one can expect long term changes with their eyelid surgery.

In addition, as the face ages, it actually looses volume and current trends in facial rejuvenation include the actual transfer of your own fat to help restore the natural contours of youth. This can also be applied to the periorbital region (the area around the eye) whereby the fat that is normally removed can actually be used to replace the volume lost in the upper cheek. Read Dr. Kayser’s article on fat grafting (Lipostructure) or call Dr. Kayser for a complete consultation to answer all your questions.

Can other procedures be combined with a blepharoplasty?
The face can actually be divided into thirds with the upper third including the forehead the middle portion including the eyes and lower third including the cheeks and jowels. These areas can easily be combined with eyelid surgery and actually help to maintain a uniform appearance.

How can I schedule a consultation with Dr. Kayser?
Considering a blepharoplasty is usually a well thought out process and, at Image by Design Plastic Surgery, we strive to ensure that all your questions are fully answered. Indeed, it is Dr. Kayser himself who conducts the entire consultation - a complete and thorough evaluation dedicated to each patient by the plastic surgeon that will be performing the procedure. This may take more time but it is essential so that each patient can make a fully informed decision.

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Breast Augmentation in La Jolla California

July 21st, 2008

Breast Augmentation in La Jolla is also known as breast enlargement or breast enhancement in La Jolla. Breast augmentation in La Jolla is among the most popular procedures in our practice. The numbers of augmentation surgery done annually has increased steadily in the past few years. According to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, in 2003, more than 250,000 women had breast augmentation. Dr. Rechnic has been performing the surgery for over 20 years.
Breast augmentation and breast implants have been extensively studied and are regulated by the Food and Drug Administration. Silicone gel implants are still considered for “investigational” use for reconstruction, and other limited applications as of January 2005. We recommend that all patients read the FDA Breast Implant Consumer Handbook, available on line at: http://www.fda.gov/cdrh/breastimplants/indexbip.html

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Eyelid Surgery by Board Certified Plastic Surgeon in Los Angeles County

July 9th, 2008

Eyelid surgery (technically called blepharoplasty) is a procedure to remove fat–usually along with excess skin and muscle from the upper and lower eyelids. Eyelid surgery can correct drooping upper lids and puffy bags below your eyes - features that make you look older and more tired than you feel, and may even interfere with your vision. However, it won’t remove crow’s feet or other wrinkles, eliminate dark circles under your eyes, or lift sagging eyebrows. While it can add an upper eyelid crease to Asian eyes, it will not erase evidence of your ethnic or racial heritage. Blepharoplasty can be done alone, or in conjunction with other facial surgery procedures such as a facelift or browlift.

If you’re considering eyelid surgery, this information will give you a basic understanding of the procedure-when it can help, how it’s performed, and what results you can expect. It can’t answer all of your questions, since a lot depends on the individual patient and the surgeon. Please ask your surgeon about anything you don’t understand.

Your New Look
Healing is a gradual process, and your scars may remain slightly pink for six months or more after surgery. Eventually, though, they’ll fade to a thin, nearly invisible white line.

On the other hand, the positive results of your eyelid surgery-the more alert and youthful look-will last for years. For many people, these results are permanent.

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Dr. Sadeh Breast Augmentation

July 3rd, 2008

Breast augmentation in Manhattan New York is performed to increase breast fullness and volume for women with small breasts or those who have experienced a decrease in breast size due to pregnancy or weight loss. There is a wide variety of implant designs, shapes, sizes, and textures, all of which have certain advantages and disadvantages. A breast implant is basically a soft, silicone envelope with various fillers that is surgically implanted under the tissues of your chest to simulate natural breast tissue.

The breast implant used for primary breast augmentation is made of a silicone shell filled with a saline solution. Saline filled adjustable implants that are similar to the standard saline filled implants with the addition of a small connector tube through which the surgeon can adjust the size via injection. This implant requires a second incision to remove the injection port in an additional breast augmentation procedure. Under certain conditions, including breast reconstruction, breast lift and other secondary breast procedures, silicone gel implants are now approved by the FDA.

Breast augmentation Manhattan New York may be performed under local anesthesia with intravenous sedation, or general anesthesia. General anesthesia may be recommended for women desiring implant placement below the muscle. The breast augmentation Manhattan New York surgery consists of making an incision, lifting the breast tissue, creating a pocket in the chest/breast area, and placing an envelope containing a soft, implant material underneath. An incision may be made either in the crease below the breast, around the areola, or under the armpit. The implants can be placed either under the chest muscle or directly under the breasts. Placement considerations include the anatomy of your breasts, breast feeding, and your personal preference. All of the options will be discussed in detail to allow you to make an informed decision. For breast augmentation Manhattan New York contact board certified plastic surgeon Eric Sadeh.

New York plastic surgeon Eric Sadeh offers breast augmentation Manhattan New York using saline and silicone breast implants, breast lift surgery, and breast reduction surgery. Located in New York City serving Manhattan, Queens and Forest Hills.

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Face & Neck Lift Surgery in Phoenix Arizona

July 7th, 2008

A facelift (technically known as rhytidectomy) can’t stop this aging process. What it can do is “set back the clock,” improving the most visible signs of aging by removing excess fat, tightening underlying muscles, and redraping the skin of your face and neck. A facelift can be done alone, or in conjunction with other procedures such as a forehead lift, eyelid surgery, or nose reshaping.

The best candidate for a facelift is a man or woman whose face and neck have begun to sag, but whose skin still has some elasticity and whose bone structure is strong and well-defined. Most patients are in their forties to sixties, but facelifts can be done successfully on people in their seventies or eighties as well.

A facelift can make you look younger and fresher, and it may enhance your self- confidence in the process. But it can’t give you a totally different look, nor can it restore the health and vitality of your youth.

All Surgery Carries Some Uncertainty and Risk
When a facelift is performed by a qualified plastic surgeon, complications are infrequent and usually minor. Still, individuals vary greatly in their anatomy, their physical reactions, and their healing abilities, and the outcome is never completely predictable.

Complications that can occur include hematoma (a collection of blood under the skin that must be removed by the surgeon), injury to the nerves that control facial muscles (usually temporary), infection, and reactions to the anesthesia. Poor healing of the skin is most likely to affect smokers.

You can reduce your risks by closely following your surgeon’s advice both before and after surgery.

The Surgery
A facelift usually takes several hours-or somewhat longer if you’re having more than one procedure done.

Incisions usually begin above the hairline at the temples, extend in a natural line in front of the ear (or just inside the cartilage at the front of the ear), and continue behind the earlobe to the lower scalp.

The skin is separated from the fat and muscle below. Fat may be removed from around the neck and chin to improve the contour. Dr. Marouk then tightens the underlying muscle and membrane, pulls the skin back, and removes the excess. Stitches secure the layers of tissue and close the incisions; metal clips may be used on the scalp.

Following surgery, a small, thin tube may be temporarily placed under the skin behind your ear to drain any blood that might collect there. The surgeon may also wrap your head loosely in bandages to minimize bruising and swelling.

If you are considering a facelift in Phoenix Arizona contact cosmetic surgeon Robert Marouk. Facial plastic surgery procedures offered at the Cosmetic Surgical Art Center in Phoenix Arizona include facelift surgery, rhinoplasty, neck lift surgery, blepharoplasty, lip augmentation and ear surgery.

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Anaheim Plastic Surgeon offers Liposuction

July 16th, 2008

Liposuction (or suction-assisted lipectomy) has become one of the most common cosmetic surgery procedures performed today. Proven to be safe with minimal scarring and outstanding results, liposuction is the preferred method for removing fat from the, thighs, buttocks and midriff, as well as areas of the face, neck and arms. Liposuction is not an alternative to weight reduction, but can be very effective in removing fat from areas that do not respond to diet and exercise programs.

Suction-assisted lipectomy is performed by a doctor on an outpatient basis. A narrow tube (cannula) is inserted through a small incision. The doctor then manipulates the cannula, which is connected to a strong vacuum, breaking up fatty areas and suctioning out the fat.

Board certified plastic surgeon Dr T Lim is located in Anaheim and offers body contouring procedures for patients throughout Southern California including Hacienda Heights and Fullerton.

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Ear Surgery in Las Vegas by Dr. Ebert

July 23rd, 2008

Ear surgery, or otoplasty, is usually done to set prominent ears back closer to the head or to reduce the size of large ears.

For the most part, the operation is done on children between the ages of four and 14. Ears are almost fully grown by age four, and the earlier the surgery, the less teasing and ridicule the child will have to endure. Ear surgery on adults is also possible, and there are generally no additional risks associated with ear surgery on an older patient.

If you’re considering ear surgery for yourself or your child, this information will give you a basic understanding of the procedure-when it can help, how it’s performed, and what results you can expect. It can’t answer all of your questions, since a lot depends on your individual circumstances. Please be sure to ask Dr. Charles Ebert in Las Vegas if there is anything you don’t understand about the procedure.

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Facelift in Miami’s Aventura Center for Cosmetic Surgery

July 3rd, 2008

Miami’s facelift expert, Dr. Sam Gershenbaum, brings state-of-the-art techniques and experience to every facial surgery procedure at our Miami, Florida center, including facelift, brow lift, rhinoplasty, ear reshaping, and more.
A facelift can improve the most visible signs of aging by sculpting and tightening the deeper structures and foundation of the face and neck. As we age, the effects of gravity, sun exposure, weight fluctuations, smoking, heredity, and the daily stresses of life begin to reveal themselves in our faces. Facelift surgery can bring youth back to a patient’s face. In youth, the face is firm and smooth due to good skin elasticity and proper positioning of normal facial fat. As we age, skin elasticity and muscle tone weaken, and facial fat descends, causing prominent skin folds, deep creases between the nose and corner of the mouth. Jowls become prominent along with fat deposits and loose skin in the neck.
A facelift won’t stop this process, but it can “turn back the hands of time.” A facelift (technically referred to as Rhytidectomy) is designed to reduce much of the looseness and many of the heavy wrinkles and folds in the face and neck. It will also improve the contour of the jaw and necklines. A facelift will not, however, completely remove every fold, line, and wrinkle. There is limited improvement around the eyes and with fine lines of the facial skin. A facelift alone will not improve “smoker’s” lines around the mouth, acne scars, or a poor complexion. Other options exist to treat these problems, including laser treatment, dermabrasion, and chemical peels.
At our Miami, Florida center, many facelift procedures are combined with a forehead and brow lift, upper and/or lower eyelid surgery, and “cheekbone” (malar) augmentation. Frequently, chin implants are placed to improve the profile proportions of the jaw line and increase the projection of the chin. These additional procedures may be performed at the same time and in combination with facelift and neck lift surgery or as independent procedures at a later date.

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Dr. Haiavy offers Breast Augmentation in Los Angeles

July 11th, 2008

Los Angeles Cosmetic surgeon Dr. Haiavy offers a wide range of choices of augmentation methods based on your needs, lifestyle, and anatomy. Dr. Haiavy uses safe, FDA-approved saline and silicone implants of various textures and shapes for beautiful contour and natural, comfortable results.

We are one of the first cosmetic surgery centers in the United States to perform breast augmentation through the belly button. This unique procedure virtually eliminates the three biggest concerns any patient or physician has about the breast augmentation procedure:
* No visible scars-because there is no cut made to the breast, nipple, or underarm
* Reduced loss of sensation-because nerves are usually less disturbed and no cut is made to the sensitive nipple area
* Reduced risk of infection-because the procedure is performed through one small incision away from the breast area

Over 3000 of these special procedures have been performed at our center. Dr. Haiavy offers this unique procedure as well as your choice of other methods following personal consultation with you.

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Facelift Surgery in Kansas City by Dr. Price

July 18th, 2008

As people age, effects of gravity to the sun, and the stresses of daily life can be seen in their faces. Deep creases form between the nose and mouth, the jaw line grows slack and jowly, folds and fat deposits appear around the neck. One should know that the face lift can’t stop the aging process. It can only “set back the clock”, improving the most visible signs of aging by removing excess fat, Tightening underlying muscles and re draping the skin of your face and neck. A face lift can also be done along with other procedures such as forehead lift, eyelid surgery or nose reshaping.
Suitable candidate for face lift:
* A man or a woman whose face and neck have began to sag but whose skin still has some elasticity.
* Whose patients bone structure is strong and well defined.
* Most patients are in their forties to sixties. But face lift can be done successfully on people in their seventies or eighties as well.
* A face lift can make you look younger and fresher may enhance your self confidence in the process. But it can’t give you a totally different look, nor can it restore the healthy and vitality of your youth.
Risks involved:
* When a facelift is performed by a qualified plastic surgeon, the complications and risks involved are minor. By following the doctors advise closely you can reduce your risks.
* Hematoma C a collection of blood under the skin that most be removed by the surgeon.
* Injury to the nerves that control facial muscles which are usually temporary.
* Infection and reactions to anesthesia.
* Smokers are usually affected by poor healing.

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Board Certified Plastic Surgeon Dr. Terry Maffi

July 22nd, 2008

Scottsdale Plastic Surgeon Dr. Maffi is board certified by the American Board of Surgery and the American Board of Plastic Surgery. He is a member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons and a fellow of the American College of Surgeons. Dr. Maffi’s plastic surgery training was completed at the prestigious Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota, where he is now a clinical instructor.
Upon finishing his fellowship, Dr. Maffi was fortunate to join internationally recognized plastic surgeon, Dr. Jack Friedland, where he received extensive training in aesthetic facial rejuvenation surgery. This experience, combined with his training at Mayo Clinic, has allowed Dr. Maffi to gain exceptional expertise in all aspects of aesthetic plastic surgery, including the latest procedures in breast and body contouring, with a special emphasis on facial rejuvenation, such as facelift, eyelidlift, browlift and nasal surgery.
This plastic surgeon in Scottsdale Arizona also has a special interest in caring for the under-served and those who are less fortunate. He has devoted time to working with the indigent at the county hospital in Phoenix and he has traveled to third world countries, such as Viet Nam, performing correction of congenital defects, such as cleft lip and palate deformities.

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Northwestern Plastic Surgery offers Brachioplasty

July 17th, 2008

An arm lift, also known as brachioplasty, is a surgical procedure to remove loose skin and excess fat deposits in the upper arm. With age, upper arm skin can become loose and flabby. Plastic surgeons will discuss brachioplasty with patients who want to tighten this skin and look as good as they feel. In some cases your plastic surgeon may suggest that liposuction be used alone or in conjunction with an arm lift to remove excess fat in the upper arms.

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Breast Reconstruction performed by Dr. Gabriel Kind

July 16th, 2008

Breast reconstruction is one of the most challenging and rewarding areas of plastic surgery. Dr. Kind is one of a very few surgeons performing the deep inferior epigastric perforator or DIEP flap for breast reconstruction. This technique allows for the breast to be reconstructed with the patient’s own tissues, without the loss of any muscle. Dr. Kind has been performing this procedure since 1998. Patients from all over Northern California and beyond have come to San Francisco to be treated by Dr. Kind.

If you would like to speak to or contact one of Dr. Kind’s breast reconstruction (DIEP) patients, please contact Dr. Kind’s office.

BREAST RECONSTRUCTION OVERVIEW
There are many techniques available to reconstruct a breast following mastectomy. All of the techniques can be performed at the time of mastectomy. This is referred to as “immediate” breast reconstruction. Immediate breast reconstruction saves the patient at least one subsequent operation, and has been shown to have a significant psychological benefit, as the patient never experiences a mastectomy defect.

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Dr. Ali Mosharrafa performs Breast Enhancement

July 4th, 2008

Reshaping your breasts, whether by a lift, an augmentation, or a reduction, can have a powerful effect on your overall self image and confidence. Dr Mosharrafa specializes in a number of breast enhancement procedures.

Breast Augmentation - is a cosmetic procedure that uses implants to enlarge the shape of the breasts. It is designed to increase the size of small or underdeveloped breasts. Surgery can also restore and enhance your breast volume if it has decreased as a result of having children. This procedure is performed by placing the implant behind the existing breast tissue and/or the pectoral major muscle. The method of inserting your implant will depend on your anatomy and your surgeon’s recommendation. The incision can be made either in the crease where the breast meets the chest, around the areola, or in the armpit. Breast augmentation can enhance your appearance and your self-confidence.

Breast Lift - raises and recontours loose, sagging breasts. You may decide you would like a breast lift because you have lost volume and tone in your breasts after having children. Another reason for having this procedure is the loss of a significant amount of weight. A breast lift improves the appearance of your breasts in several ways. It elevates your breast tissue, removes excess skin from the lower portion of your breast and the reshapes your remaining breast skin. At the same time it relocates your nipple and areola to a higher position.

Breast Reduction - or Reduction Mammaplasty is a procedure to reduce the size of large breasts and create smaller more youthful appearing breasts. Women frequently choose this operation because of back, neck and shoulder aches created by the large size of their breasts. Breast reduction can be performed at any age on a healthy woman, but it is usually recommended to wait until the breasts are fully developed. Some women decide to wait to have the surgery until their childbearing is over since childbirth and breastfeeding can cause unpredictable changes to the breasts and breast-feeding may not be possible after breast reduction surgery. The procedure removes fat, glandular tissue, and skin from the breasts, making them smaller, lighter, and firmer. It can also reduce the size of the areola. The goal is to give a woman smaller, better-shaped breasts in proportion with the rest of her body.

Breast Reconstruction - is one of the most rewarding surgical procedures available to women who have had a breast removed due to cancer or other diseases. New medical techniques and devices have made it possible for surgeons to create a breast that can come close in form and appearance to matching a natural breast. Frequently, reconstruction is possible immediately following breast removal (mastectomy), so the patient wakes up with a breast mound already in place.

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Arm Lift Surgery - Beverly Hills

July 23rd, 2008

“Doc, I hate these wings!” This is a common refrain heard by many Los Angeles Plastic Surgeons, from patients who complain about the redundant, excess skin and fat of their upper arms. There are many reasons why patients develop this problem. Weight loss, the aging process, after Gastric Bypass Surgery and various medical conditions all can be the cause. The common complaint is that the skin and soft tissues hang creating an unsightly appearance even when the arms are fully covered. Short sleeve shirts and blouses can leave patients feeling embarrassed and constantly aware of the issue, but there is hope! An Arm Lift, or Liposuction, or both, may be the answer.

Patients who are candidates for an Arm lift include people who have:
* Loose skin of the upper arms
* Had significant weight loss
* Excessively full upper arms
* Embarrassment from redundant upper arm soft tissues

Patients should always begin with a thorough consultation with a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon. Dr. Warren Lent, A Board certified Beverly Hills, Plastic Surgeon, will meet with you to examine you and fully assess your needs. He will make a recommendation as to which treatment, such as an Arm Lift or Liposuction may best serve your needs.

An Arm Lift is usually performed under general anesthesia. Before surgery, the amount of skin and fat to be removed will be estimated and markings will be placed accordingly. Unlike most physicians, Dr. Lent places the incision on the underside of the arm in a location making the resulting scars as inconspicuous as possible. On some occasions the incision can be placed in the Axilla (armpit). Prior to surgery, all patients are asked to avoid any medication, which thins the blood, such as Aspirin, for at least two weeks. Patients are told to avoid exercise and heavy lifting for at least six weeks after surgery.

Like all medical treatment an Arm Lift is generally a safe procedure, but there are risks. The risks include bleeding, infection, skin injury and the risk of anesthesia. Under the care of a Board Certified Los Angeles Plastic Surgeon, like Dr. Lent, every effort will be made to prevent and minimize risk to make your outcome a successful one. It is very important that smokers quit smoking and using nicotine products for at least one month before and for at least one month after surgery.

An Arm Lift is an excellent way for men and women to tighten and lift their upper arms. This can result in a more youthful and firmer appearance. Patients are usually thrilled at having their “wings” removed, giving them greater freedom to wear normal clothing again and participate in all physical activities. Most importantly, Dr. Lent’s Beverly Hills, Plastic Surgery patients comment on their renewed sense of self-image and self-confidence.

To best understand all of your options, a full consultation with Dr. Warren Lent is recommended. For further details on each aspect of an Arm Lift, Dr. Lent invites you to visit his collection of articles in his Arm/Thigh Info Center, Liposuction Info Center or Gastric Bypass Info Center.

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Satinjet Maia - Splendor in the shower

July 11th, 2008

The beauty benefits of a shower are usually what you bring to it: shampoo and conditioner, face wash, body scrub, etc. You can’t really rely on your shower head to do anything cosmetically magical…or can you?

New Zealand’s Methven has created the Satinjet Maia. Created under Karyn Grossman MD’s guidance, the Maia uses filtering and meticulous massaging to allow the water touching your skin to improve your skin. It eliminates chlorine with a special vitamin C cartridge, preventing the weakening of skin’s protectively barrier and the dehydration of hair—especially chemically and color-treated hair. By twisting the head, the jets create a uniquely gentle and circulation-stimulating stream of water appropriate for face and body, respectively.

Methven, New Zealand’s oldest and largest designer and manufacturer of shower heads, faucets and hot water heater valves, marks its debut into the US market with the lunch of Satinjet Maia - a multi-functional shower head that delivers the healthy benefits of a spa experience directly to the privacy of one’s own bathroom. Founded in 1886, Methven is now a publicly-traded company dedicated to transforming a simple shower into the ultimate at-home spa experience. Methven is renowned for its breakthrough design and product development, distinctive aesthetics and environmental-mindedness.

One of our favorite features—the facial massage position prompts only the outer jets to flow, creating a “breathing zone” to let you enjoy a longer face-washing session.

For more information about the Methven SatinJet Maia Beauty Shower, contact Santa Monica Dermatoligist Dr Karyn Grossman MD today.

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Liposuction in Scottsdale - Mesa Arizona

July 22nd, 2008

Procedure Description:
Removal of unwanted fatty tissue from areas of heavy deposits.

What To Expect:
Dr. Flint will meet with you to determine which areas of your body would benefit from liposuction. She will listen to your goals and examine you. She will discuss the procedure with you and answer any questions you may have.

Liposuction can provide dramatic improvements in areas of your body that are not responsive to diet and exercise.

Preprocedure:
Dr. Flint will describe the technique of tumescent or super-wet liposuction. All of your questions will be answered. You will be provided with information regarding fees and given an opportunity to select a date for your surgery if you so desire.

Postprocedure:
When you awaken in the recovery room, you will be wearing a light compression garment on the areas that were liposuctioned. This helps decrease bruising and swelling. You will be allowed to return home approximately two hours following the procedure. You will be sore for about one week but the discomfort is fairly mild. Bruising can persist for up to three weeks. Dr. Flint will see you in the office at one week, one month and four months post-operatively. Most people return to work one week after surgery. No lifting or athletic activities are allowed for three weeks because it can cause excessive swelling and bruising. The results will be obvious within two weeks of surgery, but the final results will be evident in three to four months.

For liposuction in Scottsdale and in Mesa Arizona contact female board certified plastic surgeon Patti Flint, M.D.

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Dr. Rudkin performs Rhinoplasty in Beverly Hills

July 9th, 2008

Rhinoplasty is nasal surgery which is designed to improve the appearance of the nose, and/or the function of the nose in regards to breathing.

Rhinoplasty is often considered the most challenging type of plastic surgery, and choosing the exact procedure involves studying the relationship of the nose to the rest of the face, and reshaping the nose to enhance facial balance. No other plastic surgery is individualized to the degree that rhinoplasty must be. A thorough examination, careful discussion of the patient’s goals, and a review of photographic imaging are important in establishing the surgical plan. I usually recommend at least two separate preoperative consultations, to ensure clear communication between patient and surgeon, and to allow an accurate and complete analysis of the patient’s goals and nasal anatomy.

Either ‘closed’ or ‘open’ techniques of rhinoplasty may be performed. The closed technique uses only incisions inside the nostrils, and may suffice for more straight-forward rhinoplasties, for instance a first-time or ‘primary’ rhinoplasty that involves the reduction of a dorsal nasal prominence or ‘hump.’ In most cases, rhinoplasties will involve precise modification of the nasal tip, which is best performed using the ‘open’ technique. This procedure uses the same incisions as the closed technique, and adds a small incision across the columella (the column of tissue between the nostrils). A small external scar results, but this typically heals very well and can be nearly imperceptible. The advantage of the open technique is that is allows the surgeon to better visualize the framework of bone and cartilage that gives the nose its shape. The framework can be precisely altered with the open technique, so as to achieve the desired result with enhanced reliability and predictability.

Depending on the needs of the patient, rhinoplasty may involve the removal or repositioning of cartilage and bone, or the addition of cartilage from the nasal septum or ear. Other tissues, or even synthetic materials, are sometimes used.

When nasal surgery is performed to enhance breathing, procedures may include: septoplasty (modification of the nasal septum, which is the plate of cartilage between the right and left nasal passages), turbinate surgery (modification of tissues deep within the nasal cavity) , or alteration of the nasal framework– most often in an area of the upper nasal passages termed the ‘internal valve.’

Rhinoplasty is performed as an outpatient procedure, and under a general anesthetic in most cases. After the surgery, a splint is usually placed over the nose for protection and stabilization, and packing may be used in the nostrils if the nasal passages or nasal bones are altered. Pain and discomfort following the surgery are controlled with oral pain medication, and the stitches and splint are removed within one week after surgery. Nasal packing, when used, is removed within one to three days. Most patients feel comfortable returning to work within one to two weeks. Most bruising resolves within two weeks, though more subtle swelling may persist for longer periods.

For rhinoplasty in Beverly Hills contact board certified plastic surgeon Dr. George Rudkin.

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Dr. Michael Cedars Liposuction in San Francisco

July 18th, 2008

WHO IS A CANDIDATE?
Liposuction is an excellent procedure for reducing and reshaping the fat of the body. It can be done at almost any age. The best results are in people with good skin tone, so that the skin will shrink down to the reduced size of the underlying tissues. Loose, sagging skin will remain so after liposuction, so people with this problem may instead require a surgical lift.
Liposuction is a good treatment for diet-resistant fat, but it is not really suitable as a substitute for weight loss. By State law, liposuction of more than 5 kilograms (about 11 pounds) of material (combined fat plus body fluids plus injected fluids) requires that a patient stay overnight in a hospital. To avoid this expense and the higher risks associated with such “large-volume liposuction,” Dr. Cedars will not remove more than this amount, which translates into at most 8-9 pounds of fat. Practically, diet and exercise are a better route to weight loss for most people, saving liposuction to achieve body shaping or sculpting.
WHAT RESULTS CAN BE EXPECTED?
The treated areas will be thinner, typically flatter, and more shapely. Large bumps will be removed or reduced. While there is an immediate shape change after surgery, some swelling is normal. Most goes away over a month, but the final shape may not appear until perhaps 6 months.
It is a common misconception that if you remove, say, 5 pounds of fat with liposuction and then gain 5 pounds, you will end up the shape you started. In fact, the new weight will instead be distributed all over the body. It is possible to defeat the operation, however—if you gain large amounts of weight, some of it will go to the the treated areas—so we recommend exercise and an appropriate diet to be healthy and fit at any weight.
AFTERCARE
Pain typically requires mild narcotic pills for several days. Depending on the size of the area treated, most people are back at work within a week. To help shape and smooth the treated areas, the compression garment is worn for a month.

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Face Lift offered by Dr. Ackerman

July 17th, 2008

Contrary to popular belief, a tight face is not synonymous with a young face. Indeed, outdated procedures that simply tighten or lift the skin often result in patient disappointment and frustration.Today, facial rejuvenation surgery entails much more than simply cutting excess or loose skin. With the help of a qualified plastic surgeon, successful facial rejuvenation surgery can result in a youthful natural appearance.

Choosing A Plastic Surgeon
Successful plastic surgery depends on a surgeon with proper experience, technical skill, aesthetic vision and innate talent. For this reason, choosing a proficient plastic surgeon is the top priority when considering any cosmetic procedure. Initially, patients should obtain referrals from their family physician, relatives, friends and/or other acquaintances in appropriate social settings.

Patients should consult with multiple–at least two or three–board-certified plastic surgeons certified by The American Board of Plastic Surgery. Ensuring satisfactory certification is just the start, however. Ultimately, you will want to choose a surgeon with an excellent reputation for producing successful results each and every time.

Patients should also ask to see multiple photographs of a surgeon’s previous work. Likewise, patients should feel free to bring old photographs of themselves that reflect an idea of their expectations. While nothing is guaranteed, the surgical expectations of a particular patient are often clarified through old photographs. Combined with the surgeon’s aesthetic talent and trained eye, old photographs serve as the foundation for a youthful outcome.

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Dr. James Anthony offers Abdominoplasty

July 16th, 2008

Abdominoplasty procedures are appropriate for patients with extra skin on their abdomen or for women who have developed loose stomach muscles after pregnancy. Abdominoplasty can remove loose skin and tighten muscles which have been separated. This procedure results in a dramatically flattened abdomen with an incision that is hidden by underwear or a bathing suit. Abdominoplasty is often combined with Liposuction particularly of the waist, abdomen and back to result in the most dramatic improvement in these areas, especially the waistline. Abdominoplasty incisions vary in length and are customized for each patient. In every case, Dr. Anthony will recommend the smallest incision which will meet your goals of a tighter, flatter abdomen.

Recovery time will vary for each patient and Dr. Anthony will discuss this with you at your consultation. The results after Abdominoplasty are often quite dramatic and should last a lifetime. Read more about Tummy Tuck in San Francisco…

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Dr. Adams performs Breast Reduction in Dallas

July 11th, 2008

Dr. William Adams focuses on plastic surgery and cosmetic surgery procedures including breast reductions and other reconstructive surgical procedures. Please contact us today to learn more about this procedure.

Patients who desire a breast reduction in Dallas may have symptoms caused by the excessive weight of large breasts. Breast reduction usually can solve these problems as well as improve the size and shape of your breasts. Following breast reduction, your breasts will be more proportional to the rest of your body, and clothes will fit you better. Such factors may boost an individual’s confidence, leading them to seek their own breast reduction in Dallas.

Breast reduction can be performed at any age, but plastic surgeons usually recommend waiting until breast development has stopped. Childbirth and breast-feeding may have significant and unpredictable effects on the size and shape of your breasts. Nevertheless, many women decide to undergo breast reduction before having children and feel that they can address any subsequent changes later. If you plan to breast-feed in the future, you should discuss this with your plastic surgeon. Please contact Dr. Adams to learn more about getting a breast reduction in Dallas.

During the consultation, you will be asked about your desired breast size as well as anything else about your breasts that you would like to see improved. This will help your plastic surgeon to understand your expectations and determine whether they realistically can be achieved. Once your goals have been determined you will set a date for this procedure in Dallas and will be given instructions about how to prepare.

When the date for your breast reduction in Dallas has arrived, you should plan on the surgery taking several hours or more. The most common method of reducing the breasts involves three incisions. One incision is made around the areola. Another runs vertically from the bottom edge of the areola to the crease underneath the breast. The third incision follows the natural curve of the breast crease.

After the plastic surgeon in Dallas has removed excess breast tissue, fat and skin, the nipple and areola are shifted to a higher position. The areola, which in large breasts usually has been stretched, also is reduced in size. Skin that was formerly located above the nipple is brought down and together to reshape the breast. Liposuction may be used to improve the contour under the arm. Usually, the nipples and areolas remain attached to underlying mounds of tissue, and this allows for the preservation of sensation. All procedures are performed with anesthesia to minimize any discomfort or pain.

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Botox Injections in Lexington Kentucky

July 18th, 2008

Botox treatments are becoming increasingly popular, and with good reason. In many cases, Botox is a very effective method for reducing wrinkles. Botox can be used to smooth wrinkles in the neck and face to create a more youthful appearance. It is especially useful in the eye area. Removing wrinkles from between the eyes can dramatically change a person’s look from one of permanent anger or sadness to one of contentment and restedness. It is also frequently used on the thin wrinkles that surround the eyes (often called “crows feet”) and the mouth, but can also be used in other areas, such as along the chin and jaw.
The solution used in these treatments is made of botulinum A toxin, a purified protein made from botulism bacteria. This solution temporarily paralyzes nerves of the facial muscles so that they cannot contract and cause wrinkles in the area being treated. Botox may also be helpful in treating migraine headaches, and can be used to decrease excess sweating of the palms and underarms.

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Dr. John Gross performs Breast Augmentation

July 17th, 2008

Breast augmentation (or augmentation mammaplasty) is a cosmetic procedure that uses implants to enlarge and shape the breasts. Some of the reasons women seek breast enlargement surgery are to change the size or shape of their breasts, to bring balance when a breast that is smaller than the other, and to correct a loss of volume or fullness after weight loss or pregnancy.

Some women benefit from having a mastopexy (breast lift) along with the augmentation when the breasts are sagging.

The Procedure
Breast augmentation surgery is performed on an outpatient basis under general anesthesia and usually takes less than 2 hours. The incisions are small and usually located underneath the breast just above the crease or around the lower edge of the areola to keep scars as inconspicuous as possible. After the incision has been made, the surgeon creates a pocket into which the implant is inserted; either directly behind the breast tissue or beneath the muscle.

About the Implants
Most women receive saline-filled implants which are filled with sterile saltwater. The implants may also be filled with silicone gel, although the use of these implants is limited to patients who fill certain requirements. Your surgeon can provide you with information on the latest implant research. Dr. Gross offers cohesive breast implants.

Recovery
Upon leaving the operating room you will be wearing a supportive, elastic bra. Initial discomfort will be controlled with oral medication. Within a day or two you should be up and around and can resume light activities. After several weeks most of the swelling will be gone, exercise can be resumed and you will start to see your final results.

Results
Most women who have breast enlargement surgery are very pleased with the results and find that their new figure is more proportioned and gives them a greater sense of self-confidence.

Risks
The risks associated with breast enlargement surgery are not great. However, it should be noted that a small percentage of women may experience capsular contracture (a hardening of the scar tissue that forms around the implant which may require a surgical revision.) It is also important to keep in mind that most implants have to be replaced at some point within a woman’s lifetime as they are not life-long devices.

Pasadena plastic surgeon John Gross offers breast augmentation using saline breast implants and silicone breast implants.

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Rhinoplasty in Atlanta offered by Dr. Davoudi

July 23rd, 2008

For most people, the nose is the most prominent feature on the face, so it’s no wonder that surgery to change the shape of the nose, known as rhinoplasty Atlanta, is one of the most popular at our Atlanta-area practice. Rhinoplasty Atlanta can be used to decrease or increase the length or width of the nose, or to change the shape or angle of the tip or bridge. It can also be used to straighten or enlarge malformed nasal passages that restrict breathing.

To perform rhinoplasty Atlanta at our Georgia center, Dr. Davoudi begins by making incisions either inside the nose or in the skin between the nostrils, so that there is little of no visible scarring. The skin is gently lifted away from the cartilage which supports the nose, so that it can be sculpted into a shape that is more in harmony with the general contours of the face. If the cartilage in the center of the nose is inhibiting airflow, it will be corrected.

Many features which are not desirable in a nose may be improved through Rhinoplasty Atlanta. Noses may be made narrower, straighter, longer or shorter. Humps may be removed and the shape, size and angle and definition of the tip of the nose may be altered. Breathing problems caused by a deviated septum may be corrected. Rhinoplasty Atlanta may be performed at any time after facial growth has been completed that is age 15-16 for women and age 16-17 for men. The ideal outcome for Rhinoplasty Atlanta is a natural appearing with balance and harmony, enhancing beauty of the eyes and lips.

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Body Contouring in Phoenix Arizona

July 11th, 2008

You may choose liposuction in Phoenix…

If you are of relatively normal weight but have localized excess fat that cause certain areas of your body to appear disproportionate

If you desire body contouring of the following areas: abdomen, waist, hips, buttocks, back, chest areas, upper arms, inner and outer thighs, inner knees, calves or ankles. If you feel that your chin and neck areas are sagging and contouring will give you a more youthful appearance. If you are a man with an enlarged chest. (gynecomastia)

Liposuction can permanently reshape body contours where excess fat deposits create areas that are disproportionately large in an otherwise balanced figure.

For a liposuction in Phoenix Arizona contact board certified plastic surgeon Bendy K So.

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Dr. Keyes offers Laser Skin Resurfacing in Los Angeles

July 11th, 2008

The new CO2 pulse lasers are effective for treating fine wrinkles that occur with aging and exposure to the elements. We are using them for blepharoplasty and facial resurfacing either with or without facelift surgery. The laser also treats the vertical wrinkles that occur in the upper lip area. This new method for Laser Skin Resurfacing takes advantage of the abilitt of the laser to penetrate the skin to a precise depth. The consistency and degree of penetration affords an even effect over the entire treated area. The superficial skin is shed and new skin regenerates, providing a fresher, smoother appearance.

After the treatment the skin resembles a deep sunburn for about ten days. The redness fades and turns pink within a few weeks. Makeup can easily camouflage the pink color which disappears in one to three months.

During the healing process, we advise that patients avoid prolonged exposure to the sun.

Potential postoperative complications of pigmentary changes of the skin are managed through the preoperative and postoperative use of hydraquinone and retinoid creams. Hypertrophic scars and keloids are other problems for which the laser has application. The laser also removes small blood vessels, birthmarks, and tatoos from the skin.

For Laser Skin Resurfacing in Los Angeles Contact Board Certified Plastic Surgeon Dr. Keyes.

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Rhinoplasty offered by Dr. Charles Ebert

July 8th, 2008

Rhinoplasty, or surgery to reshape the nose, is one of the most common of all plastic surgery procedures. Rhinoplasty can reduce or increase the size of your nose, change the shape of the tip or the bridge, narrow the span of the nostrils, or change the angle between your nose and your upper lip. It may also correct a birth defect or injury, or help relieve some breathing problems.

The Best Candidates for Rhinoplasty
The best candidates for rhinoplasty are people who are looking for improvement, not perfection, in the way they look. If you’re physically healthy, psychologically stable, and realistic in your expectations, you may be a good candidate.

Rhinoplasty can be performed to meet aesthetic goals or for reconstructive purposes-to correct birth defects or breathing problems.

Age may also be a consideration. Many surgeons prefer not to operate on teenagers until after they’ve completed their growth spurt-around 14 or 15 for girls, a bit later for boys. It’s important to consider teenagers’ social and emotional adjustment, too, and to make sure it’s what they, and not their parents, really want.

All Surgery Carries Some Uncertainty and Risk
When rhinoplasty is performed by a qualified plastic surgeon, complications are infrequent and usually minor. Nevertheless, there is always a possibility of complications, including infection, nosebleed, or a reaction to the anesthesia. You can reduce your risks by closely following Dr. Ebert’s instructions both before and after surgery.

After surgery, small burst blood vessels may appear as tiny red spots on the skin’s surface; these are usually minor but may be permanent. As for scarring, when rhinoplasty is performed from inside the nose, there is no visible scarring at all; when an “open” technique is used, or when the procedure calls for the narrowing of flared nostrils, the small scars on the base of the nose are usually not visible.

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Dr. Schwartz offers Facelift in California

July 23rd, 2008

A facelift restores smoother, more pleasing contours to your face and neck. It can help you look as good as you feel, and perhaps feel younger than you are.

Am I a good candidate for a facelift?
Any one or combination of the following conditions may indicate that you are a good candidate for a facelift:
* a deep line, or fold, running from the corner of your nose to the corner of your mouth.
* jowls, or loss of a well-defined jawline associated with youthfulness.
* deep wrinkles in the cheeks and sagging of the “highlight” areas of the cheekbones.
* loose skin, wrinkles, vertical “cords” or excess fatty tissue in the neck.

A facelift can improve all of these problems. It cannot, however, correct conditions such as sagging eyebrows, excess skin and fatty deposits in the upper and lower eyelids, or wrinkles around the mouth. Your plastic surgeon can provide further information if you have an interest in other procedures to treat these areas.

Dr. Michael Schwartz in California can help you to achieve your goals. He specializes in procedures relating to facelift surgery including procedures such as breast augmentation and tummy tucks. To schedule an appointment or to learn more about a facelift, please contact us today.

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Breast Reduction in Arizona by Dr. Richard Pavese

July 10th, 2008

Dr. Richard Pavese focuses on plastic surgery and cosmetic surgery procedures including breast reductions and other reconstructive surgical procedures.

Patients who desire a breast reduction in Arizona may have symptoms caused by the excessive weight of large breasts. Breast reduction usually can solve these problems as well as improve the size and shape of your breasts. Following breast reduction, your breasts will be more proportional to the rest of your body, and clothes will fit you better. Such factors may boost an individual’s confidence, leading them to seek their own breast reduction in Arizona.

Breast reduction can be performed at any age, but plastic surgeons usually recommend waiting until breast development has stopped. Childbirth and breast-feeding may have significant and unpredictable effects on the size and shape of your breasts. Nevertheless, many women decide to undergo breast reduction before having children and feel that they can address any subsequent changes later. If you plan to breast-feed in the future, you should discuss this with your plastic surgeon. Please contact Dr. Pavese in Arizona to learn more about getting a breast reduction.

During the consultation, you will be asked about your desired breast size as well as anything else about your breasts that you would like to see improved. This will help your plastic surgeon to understand your expectations and determine whether they realistically can be achieved. Once your goals have been determined you will set a date for this procedure in Arizona and will be given instructions about how to prepare.

When the date for your breast reduction in Arizona has arrived, you should plan on the surgery taking several hours or more. The most common method of reducing the breasts involves three incisions. One incision is made around the areola. Another runs vertically from the bottom edge of the areola to the crease underneath the breast. The third incision follows the natural curve of the breast crease.

After the plastic surgeon in Arizona has removed excess breast tissue, fat and skin, the nipple and areola are shifted to a higher position. The areola, which in large breasts usually has been stretched, also is reduced in size. Skin that was formerly located above the nipple is brought down and together to reshape the breast. Liposuction may be used to improve the contour under the arm. Usually, the nipples and areolas remain attached to underlying mounds of tissue, and this allows for the preservation of sensation. All procedures are performed with anesthesia to minimize any discomfort or pain. Please visit our home page to learn more about a breast reduction in Arizona.

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Breast Reduction by Dr. Jeff Healy

July 17th, 2008

Breast reduction is a procedure designed to reduce the size and weight of the breasts. Women that have breasts that are too large for their body frame often experience shoulder, neck and back pain. Other common complaints that are associated with large breasts are grooves in the shoulders from bra straps, inability to exercise and rashes under the breasts. This procedure is often covered by insurance companies if certain criteria are met. Dr. Healy will discuss all of the options that are available during your consultation. Contact Dr. Healy for breast reduction in Hawaii.

Board certified plastic surgeon, Dr Jeff Healy is located in Aiea just outside of Honolulu and serves surrounding cities in Oahu Hawaii.

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Welcome to Wordpress blog!

June 30th, 2008

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