Plastic Surgery For The Body
Posted on March 14, 2008 - Filed Under Beauty | Leave a Comment
Cosmetic surgery and plastic surgery are growing in popularity. Although women still make up the majority of cosmetic surgery patients, men are opting for cosmetic procedures more and more. And body sculpting is an area that is growing the most. If you’ve decided cosmetic surgery for the body is the right option for you, there are things to keep in mind. First, you must choose a good plastic surgeon.
It’s very important to seek a qualified surgeon before considering any body contouring surgery. There are board certified plastic surgeons, affiliated with the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS). ASPS says its… Continue reading
Read More..>>Confessions of a Plastic Surgeon
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People are vain, and I am rich. It’s a bit sad that I’ve profited so much from people’s insecurity, but you know, I worked really hard to develop my skills and talents, and I am very good at what I do. My customers are almost always happy, and when they’re not happy, they’ll never be. Even if I were the best surgeon ever to set foot on this earth.
One of the many ironies of this job are the customers who come in with magazines, wanting to look like this or that celebrity. I always do my best to oblige, but… Continue reading
Read More..>>What is the Recovery Time of Rhinoplasty?
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Recovering from a rhinoplasty procedure can be a daunting and delicate task. Many people wonder what to expect during the recovery period and how long the period actually lasts. When it comes to pain, the average patient will suffer moderate to severe pain and discomfort from roughly day 2 until day 10 after the procedure. It is possible to have swelling from 1 to 6 weeks if the procedure is done closed, but may be as much as 6 months if the procedure requires the opening of the nasal passageways. You may even experience numbness on the tip of your… Continue reading
Read More..>>Who is a Good Candidate For Rhinoplasty?
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When it comes to rhinoplasty, the best possible candidates are anyone who wants improvement but not complete perfection in regards to their nose’s appearance. Of course the obvious needs to be taken in to consideration as well; including your medical health as well as mental health. In general, the average patient is not at all happy with the way their nose looks. Many factors must be taken into consideration when considering undergoing the surgery. These factors may include ethnicity and your skin type. These factors must be thoroughly discussed with your surgeon during you consultation. Age too may be taken… Continue reading
Read More..>>How Do I Keep My Breast Augmentation Private?
Posted on March 5, 2008 - Filed Under Women's Health | Leave a Comment
For starters, doctors have to keep to a strict doctor patient secrecy in which they are not allowed to discuss your surgeries with anyone without your express written consent, but still today there are a lot of worries as to whether a breast augmentation can be maintained as a secret. Assuming you are only increasing your breasts by 1 cup size, there will not be much of an issue, but if you go more than this, even those who cannot physically see your breasts can tell whether you have undergone a breast augmentation or not.
If you are only going up… Continue reading
Read More..>>Does Breast Augmentation Prevent Breastfeeding?
Posted on March 5, 2008 - Filed Under Women's Health | Leave a Comment
For most women who undergo a breast augmentation procedures their hopes to be able to breastfeed their child should they become pregnant usually has a positive outcome. In general when the breast augmentation procedure is performed the mammary glands are not damaged. There are many cases though resulting from the areola incision in which the woman’s ability to sufficiently supple the infant with breast milk is dampened or impossible. With the other incisions this will not be as big of a risk.
When a surgeon performs a breast augmentation procedure they create a pocket for the implant before inserting it. This… Continue reading
Read More..>>The Limited Facelift - Small Operation, Quick Recovery
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A facelift, medically known as a rhytidectomy, is a powerful cosmetic operation that can dramatically improve sagging jowls and necks. Despite the popularity today of many non-surgical facial rejuvenation methods, more facelifts are done today than ever before. Yet there remains two basic misunderstandings about the facelift procedure. First, the facelift only improves the neck and jowl area, not the entire face. Quite frankly, a facelift would be better named a necklift but the old name is still widely used. Second, a facelift is not done the same on everyone. It is a versatile procedure that is adapted to the… Continue reading
Read More..>>Average Cost Of A Tummy Tuck - What Should I Expect?
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Tummy tucks or scientifically known as abdominoplasty, is a plastic surgery procedure. It is a procedure wherein the abdominal area of the body is being shaped and contoured through the process of removing excess fats and skin. The end result is a smoother and flatter abdominal area.
The average cost of tummy tucks ranges from $5,000 to $10,000. Other costs will include Surgeon’s fee, anesthesiologist, facility or hospital fees and other minor expenses. Tummy tucks is a major operation that involves the psychological readiness of the patient, as well as time of recovery and expenses for the… Continue reading
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