Bringing your partner to a plastic surgery consultation
When considering a breast augmentation surgery, the choice of implants depends on the skin elasticity, breast dimensions, and the desires of the patient. To be able to determine the most suitable volume for the implants, the plastic surgeon must measure the width of the thorax and assess what breast tissue coverage is available to hide the implant.There are dozens of models available for breast implants, with different forms, capacities, consistencies and textures. The important ...
When is the best time to have a tummy tuck
A tummy tuck or abdominoplasty is performed in order to remove the excess loose skin and fat in the midsection. After the skin and fat has been removed, the patient will have a flatter stomach and a better contour of the body. The tummy tuck is not a weight loss procedure. It only removes the excess skin and attached fat that is stubborn and difficult to remove. It is usually done after the patient has already lost a lot of weight through diet and exercise. A tummy tuck should only be done ...
Liposuction results: are they permanent?
Liposuction procedure removes fat cells in the area where there are excess fats. The quantity of fat that can be removed from a certain area depends on the aspect and the volume of fat. During liposuction, the number of fat cells in the areas treated is greatly reduced.Your plastic surgeon will tell you that the results of the liposuction can be permanent, but this is not a guarantee. Once the wound has completely healed, it is the patient’s responsibility to maintain the results of the ...
Obligations and responsibilities of a plastic surgeon
Plastic surgery is a specialized field of surgery that deals with the correction of physical deformations and functional imperfections. It is rarely the case that a plastic surgery intervention doesn’t involve an aesthetic component. However, the difference between aesthetic surgery and reconstructive surgery must be established. Reconstructive surgery tries to remake a feature of the body until it looks normal, while aesthetic surgery tries to enhance an existing, normal feature ...
Best Candidates for the Mini Tummy Tuck
The partial abdominoplasty or the mini tummy tuck surgery is recommended for people with lax skin and a projection towards the exterior at the area below the navel. For this procedure, a single incision will be performed by the plastic surgeon. The size of the incision will vary depending on the need. It can be a few centimeters long or as long as the length of the abdomen above the pubic area. Through this procedure, the excess skin will be removed,, the abdominal muscles will be tightened, ...
Most requested plastic surgery procedures for men
Nowadays, men represent 20 to 30% of all patients undergoing plastic surgery. Modern men not only take care of their health, but as well as their appearance. The concept of beauty has changed for men in later years. Now it is not enough to be strong; you also need to be attractive.Conventional beauty standards for men reflect the values of our society. Plastic surgery for men aims to improve the daily lives of patients, to provide a feeling of well-being, and to boost self-esteem ...
When Can You Go Back to Work after a Full Tummy Tuck
A tummy tuck surgery is considered to be a major surgery because it makes a long incision that runs from one side of the hips to the other. The recovery period varies from patient to patient because different people heal differently. One of the common questions surgeons are asked is when the patients can go back to work after the procedure.Due to advancements in the industry, there are now different types of tummy tucks available. Some are less or more extensive than the traditional tummy ...
The Downside of Traditional Tummy Tuck Procedure
A tummy tuck procedure is surgically done in order to improve the appearance of the abdomen. This procedure removes the excess skin and fat, which can also tighten the muscle to achieve a flatter abdomen. Tummy tuck procedures can be done in several ways depending on the current condition of the patient.The traditional tummy tuck or a full tummy tuck is a procedure that not only deals with the removal of skin and fat on the upper and lower areas of the navel, but also the repair or ...
Are butts the new boobs?
The obsession for bigger boobs and butts in women is not a new thing. In fact, it has been an infatuation of the human race for thousands of years. Consider the 35,000-year old figurines of Venus of Hohle Fels, which portrays a voluptuous woman with huge breasts.In modern times, males have been classifying themselves as either a “boob guy” or a “butt guy.” For many, making a choice between butts and breasts is difficult. While every woman is unique and beautiful in their ...
Sleeping Positions after a Full Tummy Tuck
In a tummy tuck surgery, excess skin and fats are removed, while the incision is sutured. In this procedure, the skin is pulled tightly. It is important to make sure that there is not too much tension and pressure on this wound, so that it can heal properly with only minimal scarring. This means you need to position yourself properly when sleeping or doing other activities.Because the skin is tight and pulled together, there is a need to use optimal positioning so that the wound doesn’t ...