Cosmetic and Plastic Surgeons

Considering body contouing in Beverly Hills or Los Angeles? Patients who have had Bariatric surgery can truly feel proud of their accomplishments. About 6 to 12 months after undergoing a Gastric Bypass or the Lap Band procedure they can look at themselves with pride as their efforts have paid off with better health and appearance. Often however, at this stage patients complain about changes to their bodies associated with the dramatic weight loss, particularly in the abdominal area, breasts, thighs, arms and face. Not to worry, as each of these areas can be corrected with specialized plastic surgery designed to restore your self confidence and body image. Dr. Lent has, what has been estimated to be, one of the countries most extensive experience with patients who have undergone Bariatric surgery and need subsequent restorative surgery.

The most common area of complaint is the lower abdomen where excess skin commonly builds up leading to chronic rashes, foul odor and hygiene problems. Often this problem is accompanied by a hernia, a hole in the muscle, in the area of the incision. Both of these problems can be solved with a reconstructive procedure, commonly called an Abdominoplasty, which removes the offending redundant skin and repairs the hernia at the same time. Often this procedure is covered by health insurance.

The next most common area of concern for patients following Bariatric surgery is the breasts. Patients may complain of changes that leave them with a loss of size or shape for which Breast Augmentation or a Breast Lift (Mastopexy) might be the answer. Patients often complain of still being too large leading to back, neck and shoulder pain for which a Breast Reduction would be the best solution and may be covered by your health insurance.

Other areas where excess skin is a concern, such as the upper arms and thighs, can be treated with an Arm Reduction (Brachioplasty) or a Thigh Lift. Even the face can be affected for which a Facelift, Eyelid procedure (Blepharoplasty) or Laser Resurfacing just might do the trick.

Don’t despair, for no matter what area of the body you are seeking to correct after the weight loss from Bariatric surgery, Dr. Lent has the extensive experience to correct the problem. “My goal is for my patients to be able to look in the mirror and feel the confidence associated with a new, improved body image.”

This Beverly Hills double board certified plastic surgeon specializes in body lifts and body contouring for patients in the Los Angeles area.

Considering breast augmentation by a board certified plastic surgeon in Beverly Hills or Los Angeles? A beautiful shape, enhancement of one’s figure, self-confidence and self-esteem are all reasons why today’s woman is seeking Breast Augmentation. Breast enhancement will not just enlarge a woman’s breasts, but can enhance a woman’s entire figure. It gives proportion and helps to attain the hourglass curves of the ideal woman’s shape. Following breast enlargement, many women find that a whole new world of clothing and fashion styles open up for them. The ultimate goal of breast augmentation is not just a physical improvement but also an improvement in self-image, which leads to enhanced self-confidence. There are a whole variety of reasons why women in Los Angeles undergo breast augmentation. The best candidates are woman who:
* Wish to enhance their size
* Want to enhance their figure
* Have lost breast volume due to pregnancy, weight loss or aging
* Have an asymmetry of the sizes of their breasts
* Are looking to beautify the shape of their breasts

An understanding of the realistic goals achievable with breast enlargement surgery is essential for any woman who might be considering this procedure. Every woman is different, thus results will vary. A detailed discussion with a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon, like Dr. Lent, will give you the information that you will need to have a clear understanding of the procedure. Following this consultation you should be able to formulate realistic goals, make informed decisions and have the knowledge you will need to successfully go through the operation.

Woman should be in good health prior to considering Breast Augmentation. You should check with your regular medical doctor if you have any questions as to whether you are in good physical condition for this procedure.

The basic operation involves the placement of an implant behind the breast tissue. The implant can be placed either behind just the breast itself or behind both the breast and the chest muscle. Women have the choice of either Saline (salt water) or Silicone filled implants. A careful discussion with your surgeon is essential to choosing which of these implants is best for you. The essential, most important aspect of the operation is when the surgeon creates the proper “pocket” or space for the implant to fit in. This will determine the quality of the final result. Remember that the single most important feature of Breast Augmentation is the surgeons’ skill at creating this “pocket”. This is where the difference of an excellent, Board Certified Beverly Hills Plastic Surgeon, like Dr. Warren Lent, really shows.

You will have several options as to which incision your surgeon can use, including the Periareolar (around the nipple), the Inframammary (under the breast) and the Axillary (armpit) incisions. Again, this choice is made between you and your surgeon and is based on your particular anatomy and needs. No surgery can be performed without an incision, just as no egg can be cooked without cracking the shell. An incision is needed to access the area behind the breast where the “pocket” will be created and the implant placed. A well considered decision as to the placement of this incision can help lead to optimal cosmetic results for the final scar. Dr. Lent will make every effort to place your incision in a location that will allow for the best healing and most inconspicuous results.

After surgery, you will go through several phases of recovery. The initial first few days are many centered on recovering from the effects of anesthesia. The next phase is mainly concerned with healing form the surgical procedure, including the resolution of the post-operative swelling that normally occurs. It is during this phase that Dr. Lent will instruct you in the correct method of how to perform breast massage. Breast massage is an essential part of the care after surgery, which helps to maintain soft, natural appearing breasts. The third phase involves the return to normal activities, including exercise. This usually occurs at about two to three weeks after surgery. Finally, as the last bits of swelling resolve and sensation returns to normal, there is the fun of choosing new clothing and lingerie. Dr. Lent will give you a detailed set of instructions for your post-operative care. Women must follow these instructions in order to help minimize the risks of complications and achieve optimal results.

For further details on each aspect of Breast Augmentation, Dr. Lent invites you to visit his collection of articles in his Breast Augmentation Education Center.

Dr. Boris Ackerman focuses on plastic surgery and cosmetic surgery procedures including rhinoplasty and other reconstructive surgical procedures. Please contact us today to learn more about this procedure.

A Rhinoplasty or nose job is one of the most common plastic surgery procedures. It can effectively change the size of your nose, reshape the nose, resize the nostrils, or make other adjustments to match your nose to the shape of your face. The procedure can help to improve the appearance and balance of a face. Such factors may improve an individual's confidence, leading them to seek their own rhinoplasty in Newport Beach.

The rhinoplasty in Newport Beach can be performed through slightly different procedures. In each of the procedures, the nose and cartilage are reshaped to create the desired shape. Dr. Ackerman in Newport Beach accomplishes such effects by either removing the skin from the nose to reshape it or through an incision made through the nostrils. This not only helps to improve the physical appearance of the patient, but also restores self-confidence and respect to the patient. Please contact Dr. Boris Ackerman to learn more about getting a rhinoplasty in Newport Beach.

A rhinoplasty is a very individualized procedure in which your goals should be realistically determined and discussed with your physician in Newport Beach. Together you will determine what specific procedures will be performed. A rhinoplasty can be performed in conjunction with other procedures such as a face lift to enhance the balance of the patient's facial features. Once your goals have been determined, you will set a date for this procedure in Newport Beach and will be given instructions about how to prepare.

The patient should remember to have realistic expectations about what a rhinoplasty can accomplish. Your surgeon may instruct you regarding physical activity, medication, drinking, smoking, or washing your face in order to help you prepare for the surgery. You may need to find someone to help you for the first few days of your recovery since movement is initially discouraged.

When the date for your rhinoplasty in Newport Beach has arrived, you should plan on the surgery taking several hours depending on which procedures you are having performed. When the procedure is finished, the nose will be secured in place and given a splint to help preserve its shape as it heals. Patients should plan on taking about two days of rest before being up and active. A week should be given before returning to work for office workers and a period of approximately three weeks will be needed for full recovery. All procedures are performed with anesthesia to minimize any discomfort or pain. Please visit our home page to learn more about rhinoplasty in Newport Beach.

Dr. Boris Ackerman can help you to achieve your goals. He specializes in procedures relating to rhinoplasty in Newport Beach including procedures such as breast lifts, breast augmentation, eyelid surgery, liposuction, and tummy tucks. To schedule an appointment or to learn more about rhinoplasty, please contact us today.

While the shape of your nose is usually the result of heredity, the appearance may have been altered in an injury or during prior surgery.

Also known as rhinoplasty, surgery of the nose improves the appearance and proportion of your nose, enhancing facial harmony and self confidence.

Surgery of the nose may also correct impaired breathing caused by structural abnormalities in the nose.

What can surgery of the nose accomplish?

Rhinoplasty can change:
* Nose size, in relation to the other facial structures
* Nose width, at the bridge
* Nose profile, with visible humps or depressions on the bridge
* Nasal tip, that is large or bulbous, drooping, or too upturned
* Nostrils that are large, wide or upturned
* Nasal asymmetry and deviation

Is it right for me?

Nose surgery is a highly individualized procedure and you should do it for yourself, not to fulfill someone else’s desires or to try to fit any sort of ideal image. Surgery of the nose is a good option for you if:
* Your facial growth is complete and you are 13 years of age or older
* You are physically healthy
* You stop smoking
* You have specific, but realistic goals in mind for the improvement of your appearance

Dr. Robert Hein in Oklahoma can help you to achieve your goals. He specializes in procedures relating to rhinoplasty in Oklahoma including procedures such as brow lifts, breast augmentation, ear pinning, liposuction, and tummy tucks. To schedule an appointment or to learn more about rhinoplasty, please contact us today.

Some patients experience only a small amount of sagginess of the breasts early in life or after a first pregnancy. These patients are usually good candidates for an internal breast lift, a procedure that can lift the breast and restore perkiness to the sagging breast. In this procedure, an implant is placed under the pectoral muscle which is manipulated during surgery using special techniques to allow the breast to become tighter, fuller and perky. There is no need for patients to wait for a second pregnancy to have implants.

Implants placed under the pectoral muscle supports the breast better and afterwards they experience less sagging with weight changes, pregnancy, and aging than women without implants.

After surgery, the breasts appear lifted, fuller and perky. However, this technique uses no incisions on the breast skin. The only incision used is placed at the breast crease. The lift and amount of tightness seen after surgery varies, depending on the amount of excess skin before surgery and the size of the implant. Most patients can have their sagginess totally corrected, while others obtain a partial correction. This procedure is extremely rewarding for most patients and helps to prevent sagginess for many years afterwards.

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. A facelift can be performed alone, or in conjunction with other procedures, such as a browlift, liposuction, eyelid surgery, or nasal surgery.

Facial Rejuvenation
A facelift cannot correct conditions such as sagging eyebrows, excess skin and fatty deposits in the upper and lower eyelids, or wrinkles around the mouth. Remember, if wrinkles are the problem…a resurfacing procedure will likely be required… In some cases, resurfacing can be accomplished along with a facelift or at a later time. At your consultation, we will be happy to counsel you as to which procedures may be required to complete your total rejuvenation.

Any one or combinations of the following conditions may indicate that you are a good candidate for facelift surgery:
* 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 skin in the areas of the cheekbones.
* Loose skin, wrinkles, vertical cords or excess fatty tissue in the neck.

In our practice, facelift surgery is individualized for each patient. The best candidates for facelift surgery have a face and neck line that has begun to sag, but whose skin has elasticity and whose bony structure is well defined. A facelift begins with carefully placed incisions. In general, incisions are made just inside the hairline at the temple and extend along the natural curve of the ear, back behind the ear and horizontally into the posterior hairline. Another incision is placed beneath the chin to allow the removal of the vertical bands in the neck and to recreate a natural and smooth contour in this area. These well-placed incisions are made in natural creases and become largely invisible after they heal. Facelift incisions allow us to visualize the underlying facial structures and fat before sculpting the face by repositioning muscle, skin and fat to a more youthful location. A facelift surgery can reshape your face and return structures to where they were found in youth.

Dr. Saul Berger focuses on plastic surgery and cosmetic surgery procedures including breast augmentation and other plastic surgery procedures. Please contact us today to learn more about this procedure.

Patients seeking breast augmentation in California may do so for a variety of reasons. A woman may desire larger breasts to enhance her body contour or if she feels her current breast size is too small. Breast augmentation may also be performed in order to make corrections after pregnancy or to balance the size of the breasts. Correcting these can also help to strengthen self-confidence, leading patients to seek their own breast augmentation in California.

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. Please contact Dr. Berger to learn more about getting breast augmentation in California.

Breast augmentation is a very individualized procedure in which your goals should be realistically determined and discussed with your surgeon in California. Together you will determine what specific procedures will be performed. Once your goals have been determined you will set a date for this procedure in California and will be given instructions about how to prepare.

When the date for your breast augmentation has arrived, your surgeon may select from a variety of methods for inserting the implants. Implants can be inserted through several locations including the line where the breast and body meet, the areola (dark area surrounding the nipple), the armpit, and even the naval. The patient should discuss with the physician and determine which location is best to minimize the visibility of any scarring that may occur.

After the procedure, patients often experience soreness for a few days but are back into their normal lives within a day or two. Pain following the surgery can be minimized by medications prescribed by your doctor. All procedures are performed with anesthesia to minimize any discomfort or pain. Please visit our home page to learn more about Breast Augmentation in California.

It is important to follow any instructions your physician may have following your breast augmentation in California. Patients should be aware that soreness will be present after the operation and that physical activity following the operation should be avoided for a period of time. Scarring from the operation does occur but will fade away gradually, although scars may never disappear completely.

Dr. Saul Berger can help you to achieve your goals. This doctor specializes in procedures relating to breast augmentation including procedures such as face lifts, nose jobs, blepharoplasty, liposuction, and tummy tucks. To schedule an appointment or to learn more about a breast augmentation, please contact us today.

Background
Many women consult Dr. Sayah because of overly large or sagging breasts, a condition resulting in neck and shoulder pain, deep grooves in the shoulders from brassiere straps, skin rashes, and increased menstrual discomfort. In addition, these patients often experience emotional distress when friends (and even total strangers) thoughtlessly comment on the size of their breasts. Other women are bothered by sagging breasts, and while the size of their breasts may be acceptable, the undesirable shape makes them feel unattractive.

Enlarged breasts are often the result of hereditary factors or weight gain. Hormones also play a part in some cases where the breast tissue is actually more sensitive than normal to certain female hormones. Sagging breasts result from poor skin tone, stretching of ligaments during pregnancy and breast-feeding, weight changes, heredity, and the aging process. Either of these conditions can be corrected with the same basic operative procedure, and thousands of women each year undergo successful surgical alteration of their breasts.

During your initial consultation, you will be encouraged to discuss your desires, fears, expectations, and goals. In addition to reducing breast size, Dr. Sayah will strive to create a more aesthetically pleasing breast by improving shape and balance and creating breasts which are proportional to your chest and shoulders. No woman has breasts which are perfectly symmetrical in volume, shape, or position. Dr Sayah will aim for improved breast symmetry in addition to a more youthful appearance (firm breasts with proper uplift).

Procedure
A more shapely breast (lifted and reduced in size) is created by elevating the nipple (which normally remains connected to its nerve and blood supply) to a more acceptable position. If the nipple is enlarged, its size is reduced. The breast and torso are measured to determine the amount of reduction required, and a pattern is drawn on the breast. If necessary, the internal breast tissue is reduced and molded into a normal size and shape. Sometimes, during uplift operations, a small implant may be placed to add extra support and shape to the breast. Dr. Sayah will discuss this with you before surgery.

New techniques in plastic surgery aim to reduce the length of incisions and scars in performing breast lifts and reductions. In traditional techniques the final incision lines are made around the areola (dark circle around the nipple), down the bottom center and horizontally under the breast and resulting in an “anchor scar.” More modern methods used by Dr. Sayah have limited the incisions to either just around the areola (small circular scar) or around the areola and down the center of the breast resulting in a “lollipop scar.” In particular cases, a significant breast reduction can be achieved by sculpting the breast using liposuction (liposculpture). All incisions are closed in multiple layers in order to minimize widening of the scars.

A comfortable bandage is fitted after surgery and worn for 48 hours. We recommend continued support of the breasts with a well-fitted, comfortable bra after reduction to prevent sagging. A small drain may be used to collect fluid for a day or two after the procedure to help decrease swelling and discomfort.

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. For body contouring in Indiana contact Dr Frank.

We all have problem areas: those parts of our anatomy which seem to gain weight the first and, unfortunately, lose it the last. Often thin, athletic people find themselves unable to lose that roll on their lower abdomen or inner thigh fullness despite diet and exercise.

Best candidates for liposuction:
The best candidates for liposuction are normal-weight people with firm, elastic skin who have pockets of excess fat in certain areas. You should be physically healthy, and realistic in your expectation. Individuals with medical problems like diabetes, heart or lung problems poor blood circulations are not suitable candidates for liposuction.

Preparing for surgery:
Patients should stop taking anticoagulants for two weeks before surgery. Smoking must be avoided for about two months prior to surgery. As it interferes with circulation and causes blood clots.

The surgery:
The time required to perform liposuction varies considerably, depending on the size of the area, the amount of fat being removed, the type of anesthesia and techniques used. Through or tiny incision, a narrow tube is inserted and used to vacuum the fat layer that lies deep beneath the skin. The cannula is then pushed and pulled through the fat layer, breaking up the fat cells and suctioning them out by a vacuum pump or a large syringe. The fluid lost along with the fat is replaced during the procedure to prevent shock. Under careful observation the patient receives intravenous fluids during and immediately after surgery.

Recovery:
After surgery as there will be fluid drainage from the incision a small drainage tube may be inserted beneath the skin for a few days to prevent fluid built-up. To control swelling a compression garment will be worn for a few weeks. Your doctor will prescribe antibiotics to prevent infection. You will experience some pain burning, swelling, bleeding, and temporary numbness. All this will subside with time; normal activity can be resumed only after several weeks.

For more information on liposuction in Indiana contact us today.

Because an individual’s body build is determined for the most part by genetic influences, women may not be able to achieve the look they want through diet and exercise alone. Those women with small, underdeveloped or asymmetrical breasts may chose to change the shape of their breasts by opting to undergo breast augmentation. In this procedure, specially designed materials are implanted beneath the breast or chest wall muscles to increase bust size. The choice of size and type of implant used, route of implantation, and position of implant placement are specific to each individual patient and these factors are determined in patient/doctor conjunction.

This plastic surgeon in Austin Texas focuses on plastic surgery and cosmetic surgery procedures including breast augmentation using both saline breast implants and silicone breast implants.

Patients seeking breast augmentation may do so for a variety of reasons. A woman may desire larger breasts to enhance her body contour or if she feels her current breast size is too small. Breast augmentation may also be performed in order to make corrections after pregnancy or to balance the size of the breasts. Correcting these can also help to strengthen self-confidence, leading patients to seek breast augmentation.

Breast Augmentation uses breast implants which are either filled with a saline solution or silicone gel. If saline implants rupture, the saline solution is harmlessly reabsorbed into the body and the implant can be replaced. Please contact this plastic surgeon to learn more about getting breast augmentation in Austin Texas.

Breast augmentation is a very individualized procedure in which your goals should be realistically determined and discussed with Dr. Wishnew. Together you will determine what specific procedures will be performed. 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 breast augmentation has arrived, you may select from a variety of methods for inserting the implants. Implants can be inserted through several locations including the line where the breast and body meet, the areola (dark area surrounding the nipple), the armpit, and even the naval. The patient should discuss with the physician and determine which location is best to minimize the visibility of any scarring that may occur.

After the procedure, patients often experience soreness for a few days but are back into their normal lives within a day or two. Pain following the surgery can be minimized by medications. All procedures are performed with anesthesia to minimize any discomfort or pain.

It is important to follow any instructions your physician may have following your breast augmentation. Patients should be aware that soreness will be present after the operation and that physical activity following the operation should be avoided for a period of time. Scarring from the operation does occur but will fade away gradually, although scars may never disappear completely.

This plastic surgeon in Austin Texas can help you to achieve your goals.