Brow Lift One of the Most Popular Cosmetic Surgeries for Women
Forehead lift surgery (often refered to as a “brow lift”) is an excellent way to smooth and erase wrinkles brought on by sun exposure, stress, and aging that form on the forehead and in between the eyebrows—and according to this year’s “Trends in Facial Plastic Surgery” report by the American Academy of Facial Plastic and […]
Does a Facelift Leave Scars?
Any time the skin is cut, a scar will form—and since facelifts require incisions, a scar of some sort is unavoidable. With an experienced, board-certified plastic surgeon performing the surgery, however, the scars that form as you heal from your facelift should end up being nearly invisible. I mentioned in an earlier post that my […]
What is “Asian” Blepharoplasty?
Many Asian men and women are born with eyelids that have only a faint crease in the upper lid, or eyelids that have no crease whatsoever. On some people, this can give the lids a heavy look—especially since eyelids without creases often have a small fold of skin that hangs down over the eye. This […]
What to Expect after Breast Reduction Surgery
Breast reduction surgery is a common procedure, but it is a big procedure—one that can take anywhere between two and five hours to complete—and it’s important to prepare yourself for what recovery will be like. If you come to me for your breast reduction, here’s what you can expect after your operation: I usually put […]
What are My Breast Reduction Options?
There are many different methods by which breast reduction surgery can be performed. As with any surgical procedure, every technique has its pros and cons; ultimately, the procedure that you and your plastic surgeon settle on will depend upon your breast size and shape, as well as your aesthetic preferences. Today I’ll discuss two different […]
Why Get a Breast Reduction?
I’ve spent a fair amount of time on this blog talking about breast augmentation—but what about breast reduction? Breast enhancement may be a more popular procedure, but for some women, breast reduction surgery can be life-changing. Large breasts can create both physical and emotional challenges for women. On the physical side, back, shoulder, and neck […]
Am I a Candidate for a Tummy Tuck?
Are you in generally good physical condition but are concerned about stomach fat deposits and loose skin that do not respond to diet and exercise? If so, you could be an excellent candidate for a tummy tuck (abdominoplasty). If you’re considering getting a tummy tuck, there are some things you shouldn’t be, such as: – […]
Saline vs. Silicone
There’s a lot of talk about saline and silicone implants–but do you know what the real differences between them are, or why some patients and doctors prefer one over the other? Here’s the story: Saline Implants Saline implants are silicone shells that are filled with sterile salt water after they’ve been placed in or behind […]
Do Breast Implants Cause Stretch Marks?
Stretch marks form when the dermis—the layer of skin that lies beneath the epidermis (the surface layer of your skin)—becomes stretched and torn, something that generally happens during rapid growth or rapid weight change. Given that, it does make sense that implants would cause stretch marks; a breast augmentation, after, all, essentially causes rapid growth—it’s […]
Getting a Breast Lift Without Implants
Many women who aren’t happy with the way their breasts look and who want to do something about it tend to think that breast augmentation is their only solution. The truth, however, is that while breast implants may be the right choice for some women, for others the best answer is actually a breast lift. […]
Transumbilical Incision: Pros and Cons
Last week, we discussed why you might want to choose an inframammary incision approach for your breast augmentation surgery–and why you might want to choose something different. Today, we’re taking a look at transumbilical incisions (also referred to as TUBA incisions) and what they have to offer: The Transumbilical Incision Transumbilical incisions are made on […]
Inframammary Incision: Pros & Cons
Before undergoing breast augmentation surgery, there are several important decisions to make, including incision placement. Surgeons place incisions in the least conspicuous areas to prevent visible scarring. There are three different incision locations: periareolar, transaxillary, and inframammary. Each option has its benefits and drawbacks. The inframammary incision is one of the most popular choices for […]