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Abdominoplasty Details According To The Best US Plastic Surgeons

2009-06-26T21:17:00.000-07:00

Tummy tuck or Abdominoplasty is one of the popular cosmetic surgery procedures in the United States. From the east coast from Florida to the west cities of Los Angeles and San Francisco tummy tuck procedure is popular and is becoming quite common. It is designed to help regain a flat abdomen by smoothing and flattening it.

With age and sometimes with pregnancies, the abdomen muscles become loose and distended; a tummy tuck helps to make it taut by removing excess skin and fat, to help you regain your abs – a younger, smoother and firmer abs that you always dreamed of. San Diego plastic surgeons say patients with moderate to high stretch marks can also benefit from tummy tuck.

Tummy tuck is often done in conjunction with liposuction (especially when there is minimal skin excess), and it is a fairly rigorous procedure, so please ask your New York city plastic surgeon about the operating time, recovery period and possible risks. There are various types of tummy tucks – ranging from full tummy tuck to mini and partial tucks. In most cases, the operation is an outpatient one done with anesthesia. The incision is from hip to hip and is usually lower than the bikini line, thereby hiding the scar.

Some patients ask if they should have a tummy tuck instead of liposuction because they have too much loose skin. Why would abdomen surgery be better for candidates like these? Manhattan plastic surgeon tell us the best candidates for liposuction have firm, elastic skin. If it is likely that the abdominal skin might hang down in an unattractive fold after liposuction, a surgeon may recommend an abdominoplasty, or New York City tummy tuck instead.

The main goal of this operation is to remove loose, stretched skin on the abdomen, but it also can remove excess fat. Patients can expect a flatter, firmer abdomen. The results may not be apparent for months, as it takes time for swelling and bruises to disappear. There will be some scars, but these will fade over time.

Correcting Other Cosmetic Problems With Skin Care Products, Surgical, and Non-Surgical Procedures

2009-06-19T21:41:00.000-07:00

Troubled by fine lines and wrinkles, sun damage or unwanted facial or body hair? If so, a top Newport Beach plastic surgeon says a number of skin care products and non-surgical cosmetic procedures -- many of which can be performed during a lunch hour --may help. WebMD also discusses several options available to patients interested in enhancing their appearances.

Correct the damage of aging. There are a variety of physician recommended skin care products available. These products are effective for correcting aging skin, sun-damaged skin, uneven pigmentation and acne, while offering superior skin rejuvenation capabilities. Products such as Retin-A reverse the effects of sun damage, and inredients such as vitamin C minimize the adverse effects of oxygen radicals on the skin. Such skin care product have been scientifically shown to have a beneficial effect on aging skin.

Rejuvenate tired skin. Chemical peels and microdermabrasion offer state-of-the-art renewal of skin that is tired, dull-looking or damaged. Tampa plastic surgeons note that their patients emerge with smoother, softer and healthier-looking skin. Laser rejuventaion is another technicque that can be used to refresh skin and correct some of the signs of aging.

Smooth fine lines. Phoenix plastic surgeons can smooth fine facial lines with collagen injections, a safe procedure that can often be performed on your lunch hour. Collagen replacement therapy supplements your skin's own collagen-and the results are immediate and long lasting. Other types of injectables, including Resylane, may also be available.

Remove unwanted hair. If you're tired of shaving, plucking or waxing, consider laser hair reduction as a permanent alternative to reducing unwanted hair. Laser treatments professionally administered by top qualified Pasadena plastic surgeons remove hair more quickly, less painfully and more reliably than even electrolysis.

At the initial consultation, the plastic surgeon will perform a detailed history, a physical examination, and a detailed analysis of the patient's area of concern. Photography and computer imaging may be performed with the results are shared with the patient to give him or her a clear picture of the planned changes. Still, many aesthetic goals and concerns a patient may have can be effectively addressed by traditional plastic surgery. For more information on board certified plastic surgeons New York City and other metropolitan city residents are encouraged to contact their local plastic surgery experts.

The Truth About Plastic Surgery Abroad

2009-05-27T21:08:00.000-07:00

As far as the current economic situation is concerned it seems we have heard it all. Americans are losing jobs, their houses, their life savings, and even their health insurance. As a result, thousands of US patients turn towards medical travel as a way to cut cost and afford health treatments they need or desire. Sociologists see this trend as one of the actual benefits of the recession; Americans are quickly becoming much more resourceful, open-minded, and globally-oriented than ever before.

This, unfortunately, is also a great opportunity for foreign companies to take advantage of US plastic surgery patients seeking a facelift or tummy tuck who are also trying to save money on these cosmetic procedures.According to a 24-7PressRelease article, there are hundreds of medical tourism companies currently advertising on the Internet offering dozens of medical treatment destinations. How does one know if the company is reputable and trustworthy? How does one decide what destination to choose? Shockingly, San Diego plastic surgeons and experts say over half of US patients decide on having a plastic surgery procedure abroad without first obtaining sufficient information, asking necessary questions, and without full consideration of all their options.

As a result they are not only risking their money, they are risking their health.Doctors at the American Medical Association have recently changed their view on medical tourism recognizing it to be safe and beneficial when a number of conditions are met. Earlier this year they issued specific recommendations encouraging US patients to educate themselves about the subject and encouraging US top hospitals such as John Hopkins Medical Center and Columbia University Medical Center to form partnerships with international clinics. Still, hundreds of medical travel providers continuously benefit from their prospective client's lack of knowledge, introducing morally questionable techniques and luring them by very low prices combined with exotic vacations.

New York city plastic surgeons have warned their patients of some companies offering cosmetic surgeries in Costa Rica and Thailand go as far as to make their patients sign a disclaimer saying, in very fine print, that the quality of care in those countries will be "most likely" lower than what they would experience in the United States and that they cannot guarantee safety. One company recently posted plastic surgery in Mexico as an auction on eBay willing to sell it to the highest bidder. Fortunately the listing was removed within hours.Phoenix plastic surgeons recommend that patients do their homework and ask many questions. They should demand seeing surgeons credentials, do research about the provider they will be choosing, investigate their reputation, and the caliber of surgeons who cooperate with them.Reputation and trustworthiness of a medical tourism provider is a key.

Does the company offer dozens of destinations and many unknown clinics or concentrate on one country such as Poland and only its finest surgeons? Does the company make complete doctor's CV's available upon request and provide actual verifiable testimonials from former patients? Does the company employ medically trained staff or is it merely a travel agency? Does the company enjoy public recognition? These are among some of the many important questions to ask before entrusting your plastic surgery needs to a surgeon abroad, according to leading Newport Beach plastic surgeons.

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When To Get A Tummy Tuck And How Long It Lasts

2009-05-05T03:26:00.000-07:00

A recent Daily Mail article discusses the best age for a tummy tuck and how long the effects of this highly popular cosmetic procedure are likely to last. For recent mothers, this surgical operation aims to tighten the post-pregnancy paunch after childbirth during which the skin and two columns of abdominal muscles are pulled apart and permanently stretched. In a tummy tuck procedure, the skin is tightened and the tummy muscles are stitched back together.

Several sources including a well-known Newport Beach plastic surgeon we spoke with recommend that the best age for this procedure is 35 and above, or when the patient knows she has had her last baby.

At times women, especially celebrities have tummy tucks immediately after childbirth while the body hasn’t had sufficient time to fully recover. Experts remind women that whether they live in small towns or large cities like Los Angeles and New York City tummy tuck procedures should be postponed until after six months of delivering a baby.

With regards to body contouring cosmetic procedures in Manhattan plastic surgeons see the popularity of tummy tucks consistently rising among both women and men seeking to slim down their figure. While there are many plastic surgery procedures of the face and body that must be performed again to maintain optimal results over time, one of the primary attractive benefits of a tummy tuck is that its results usually last a lifetime.

Serving residents living in major cities in Los Angeles County including Pasadena plastic surgeons specialize in enhancing patients’ physical appearance as well as helping them increase their self-image and confidence.

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Aesthetic Surgery Patients Should Avoid Some Herbal Supplements, According To ASAPS

2009-04-16T21:26:00.000-07:00

A recent American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery article warns of possible effects such as bleeding and complications with drug interactions for patients going in for cosmetic surgery. For many people, "natural" or "herbal" are virtually synonymous with safety and purity; however, products available over-the-counter without a doctor's prescription are often mistakenly believed to be free of significant risks, according to a Tampa plastic surgeon we recently spoke with. A report in the March/April issue of Aesthetic Surgery Journal warns that more than 40% of plastic surgery patients use herbal supplements in the two weeks prior to undergoing surgery. And, while some herbal supplements may provide benefits during recovery, commonly used herbal medications such as ginkgo biloba, ginseng, garlic, echinacea, valerian root and others can have deleterious effects when combined with surgery.

When undergoing plastic surgery, the most significant and potentially dangerous effects of alternative medicines occur during the operative and immediate postoperative periods. With such a wide array of supplements available, the main concerns of the plastic surgeon are interaction with other medications, cardiovascular effects, alteration of coagulation [bleeding] and sedative effects, according to an experienced Phoenix plastic surgeon.

As many as 70% of patients unfortunately may not disclose the use of alternative medications to their surgeon or conventional health care provider, sometimes because they feel these physicians have little knowledge or interest in naturopathic medicine, or they feel physicians may disapprove of such treatments. Some patients simply fail to recognize the relevance of supplement usage to their current medical or surgical care. Newport Beach plastic surgeons remind patients that full disclosure of all medications – both those that are prescribed and those that are obtained over-the-counter – is extremely important to their health and safety. They should also understand that inconsistent and unregulated manufacturing standards and lack of regulation for many herbal supplements mean that quality and dosage may vary considerably among products.

The authors recommend that patients be provided with a comprehensive list of supplements that must be avoided in the perioperative period to minimize potential surgical complications.
Herbal Medications to Avoid Within 2 Weeks of Surgery

Bleeding effects
- Gingko biloba
- Garlic
- Fish oils (omega-3 fatty acids)
- Dong Quai
- Feverfew

Drug interations
- Echinacea
- Goldenseal
- Licorice
- St. John’s wort
- Kava
- Valerian root

Cardiovascular Effects
- Ephedra (tachycardia, hypertension and palpitations)
- Garlic (hypotension)

Anesthetic effects
- Valerian root
- St. John’s wort
- Kava

Other
- St. John’s wort and Dong Quai (photosensitivity)
- Ginseng (hypoglycemia)

Although the dangerous side effects of some herbal supplements have been widely publicized, San Diego plastic surgeons still find that many patients do not fully appreciate the importance of discontinuing these treatments before surgery. Physicians must have at least fundamental knowledge of the common herbal medications and their effects, and then be very proactive in discussing patients’ use of herbal supplements during the history, consultation and informed consent process. Stopping certain herbal supplements prior to surgery is just as critical as stopping aspirin, ibuprofen and many other common drugs.”

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NEW PLASTIC SURGERY APPROVAL SURVEY FINDINGS BY AMERICAN SOCIETY FOR AESTHETIC PLASTIC SURGERY

2009-03-25T21:36:00.000-07:00

The American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS) reports this month in New York that women are more likely to consider plastic surgery than they were ten years ago, but men are less likely. The new survey shows that more than half (56%) of all Americans approve of cosmetic plastic surgery and nearly one-third (30%) say they would consider going to a Manhattan plastic surgeon for cosmetic surgery themselves, either now or in the future. The February 2009 consumer attitudes poll of 1000 American households was commissioned by the ASAPS and conducted by the independent research firm Synovate.

Women are more likely than men to contemplate cosmetic surgery; 40% of women said they would consider having cosmetic surgery, compared to 18% of men. But many of those who might not want surgery themselves say it has nothing to do with what others might think. Almost three-quarters (73%) of all women and 69% of all men said that if they had cosmetic surgery done by a qualified New York city plastic surgeon, they would not be embarrassed if other people knew about it. And interestingly, while women’s general approval of cosmetic surgery now in 2009 compared to their approval in 2000 had almost no change (61% in 2000 to just 62% in 2009), men’s approval fell more significantly, with 63% in 2000 saying they approve down to just 51% in 2009.

Other key findings of the study include:

The majority of men and women (73 percent) have not wavered on their attitude toward cosmetic surgery in the past five years; although 20 percent said their attitude was ‘more favorable' and 7 percent that said their attitude was ‘less favorable' than it was five years ago.
Out of all age groups, men and women between the ages of 25 and 34 are the most likely to consider plastic surgery for themselves now or in the future.
Men and women age 18 to 24, at 65 percent, are the most likely to approve of cosmetic surgery, while those age 55-64, at only 49 percent, are the least likely to show approval.
Ethnicity has little effect as to whether respondents would be embarrassed if people outside their immediate family and close friends knew they had employed the services of New York plastic surgeons. Exactly the same percentage (71%) of white respondents and nonwhite respondents said they would not be embarrassed.

According to 2008 ASAPS Cosmetic Surgery Statistics and several board certified plastic surgeons New York City and other major cities nationwide saw more than 9.3 million cosmetic procedures (92 percent of total) on women, and over 800,000 procedures (8 percent of total) on men.

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Combination Plastic Surgery in New York

2009-01-31T22:53:00.000-08:00

You may, like many other people all over the U.S., have a list of all the things you’d like to change about your appearance. Perhaps you are considering visiting a New York plastic surgeon about multiple procedures, since you don’t have the time or the money to cover each surgery and recovery down-time separately.

For safety reasons, it is generally unwise to have too many different plastic surgery procedures at the same time. Luckily, it is possible to have more than one. Combining Manhattan liposuction and tummy tuck surgeries is commonly known as “lipoabdominoplasty.” This surgery removes those stubborn fatty deposits making it easier for the surgeon to contour and shape your waist. It gives more definition to the tummy tuck, which removes excess skin and tightens the skin and abdominal muscles.

A body lift typically combines New York City tummy tuck, thigh lift and buttocks lift procedures. During a body lift, your plastic surgeon can perform a tummy tuck and then lift and tighten the outer thigh along with the buttocks. Sometimes, liposuction is also used to further enhance the effects. There are several procedures that make up a “mommy makeover,” but a common one is the combination of both Manhattan breast augmentation and a breast lift, or breast reduction with a breast lift. Pregnancy and particularly breast feeding after pregnancy can be tough on a woman’s body.

The breasts grow to hold milk, become heavier and droop (causing ptosis), as well as can become misshapen or deflated. Lipoabdominoplasty procedures may also be employed to address the post-pregnant tummy area, targeting loose sagging skin which was stretched during pregnancy and stubborn fat deposits which may have been accumulated during the gain of “baby weight.”Previously, multiple surgical procedures were worrisome because of the amount of time under anesthesia. But, after much research, it has been determined that some procedures are safe to do concurrently and pose no additional risk. Of course, any surgery carries its own risks, no matter how long you are under anesthesia, or how long the recovery.

That is why it is important to talk to a board certified plastic surgeon who can evaluate your individual case, medical history, etc, and determine whether you are a good candidate for the procedures you are considering. During your consultation, clearly let your surgeon know the look you want to achieve. He or she will tell you if it is safe to perform your procedures as a combo or not.

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Choosing a Plastic Surgeon and Facility in New York

2009-01-31T22:26:00.000-08:00

In considering plastic surgery procedures, finding a New York plastic surgeon that you have confidence in, and are comfortable talking to is probably the most important factor. You should be able to work together with your doctor in developing a treatment plan that fits your needs and expectations.

The strongest influence in choosing a New York City plastic surgeon tends to be the doctor’s experience level. You should be able to speak with the doctor about his experience, education, affiliations, etc. Experience comes with consistent results. Ask for a before-and-after photo album to see some of your doctor’s work. Typical results should be consistently successful, but don’t be afraid to ask for the worst.

Doctors with special training in cosmetic surgery should be board-certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery or the American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery. You can contact the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, the American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, or the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery for a list of qualified board certified plastic surgeons in your area.

Based on factors like your skin type, body type, age, and medical history may make you more or less of an ideal candidate for specific procedures like Manhattan liposuction, breast augmentation, or tummy tuck surgery (Abdominoplasty). A good cosmetic surgeon will tell you and help you understand the best options for surgery based on the aforementioned factors.
Cosmetic surgery like New York City tummy tuck surgery, breast augmentation, rhinoplasty, facelift, eyelid surgery, etc. are usually not emergency procedures, so there is no reason to rush. Don’t feel obligated to decide on the first doctor you meet. You should be able to feel comfortable about your decision and get the most information you can. Shop around, get different opinions. The most important thing is trust.

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