SmartLipo - Modern Liposuction Surgery

By Christine Cilano

Most men and women want to look young and attractive. But many of them have those stubborn areas of fat that just won't go away, even with a healthy diet and a steady exercise routine. Liposuction is an effective procedure that eradicates excessive stubborn fat from specific areas of the body. A recent and exciting new development in liposuction surgery is SmartLipo - an innovative technique designed to permanently remove surplus fat cells. It does not just take out the fat, but also enhances body contour and tightens the skin.

Remove Excessive Fat Quickly

SmartLipo - This modern liposuction surgery helps patients lose a size or two with minimum incision and minimum downtime. While SmartLipo has some drawbacks, it wins over conventional liposuction methods in terms of safety and effectiveness. The treatment is non-invasive and often local anesthesia is enough to carry out this procedure. Recovery time is brief, with many patients returning to work in a few days. You are the best candidate for this treatment, if you are healthy and physically fit, but have trouble areas that don't respond to diet and exercise.

SmartLipo - An Innovative, Laser-Assisted Lipolysis

Approved by the FDA, SmartLipo is the only method that makes use of a dual platform laser MPX, which blends the properties of two wavelengths to melt fat and tighten skin. The operating surgeons are able to alternate between the two, depending on the skin quality and body type of the patient.

Choosing the right surgeon is an important part of the overall process of undergoing SmartLipo treatment. With SmartLipo, the modern liposuction surgery, you will experience far greater results than with any other traditional liposuction method.

At Park Avenue SmartLipo in New York City, the goal of our experienced Manhattan plastic surgeons is to provide our patients with the highest level of SmartLipo treatments and medical care at our AAASF accredited center.

Options in Tear Trough Facial Deformity Correction

By Dr Barry Eppley

A tear trough deformity is a deep indentation between the eye and the nose. Technically known as the nasojugal fold, this natural indentation becomes very noticeable if it gets too deep. Some people have tear troughs naturally, while others develop them with aging. Either way, it creates a dark shadow which is cosmetically distracting.

Treatment of the deep tear trough requires adding something between the skin and the underlying bone. Injectable fillers are one easy option which are safe although they are not permanent. The best choice for this area are injectable fillers made of hyaluronic acid or collagen because they flow in smoothly and less likely to be lumpy or irregular. Longer lasting fillers seem like a good idea but they are more prone to unevenness and potential lumpiness. The injections can easily be done in the office but there is a significant risk of bruising due to the large number of blood vessels in this area. I tell patients that about half the time, despite my best efforts, one side will get some bruising. While injectable fillers are quick and easy (at least for the doctor), in the long-term I don't find them satisfying because it is just a temporary fix for the problem.

Injecting fat works similar to the synthetic injectable fillers from a conceptual standpoint. It can fill out the depression. Fat, however, requires a harvest site, a method for concentration, and must be done in a sterile manner to avoid infection. For these reasons, fat injections are not usually an office procedure. They might be an option if one was going to the operating room anyway for other procedures. Then this 'natural' injection method makes better economic sense. The thinness of the skin in the tear trough area is extremely thin, however, so any irregularities from the injected fat may be seen also. The biggest issue with injected fat, however, is that it is unpredictable. No one can tell you how much or if any will survive long-term.

Placement of specially-shaped synthetic implants is another option which does offer permanency of the result. Placed through the mouth and secured to the bone with a small screw, implants provide excellent fullness that will have a smooth outer skin appearance. The key is not to place too big of an implant which may look unnatural. Tear trough implants are a good option if one is having surgery for other facial areas. Then the cost and exposure to anesthesia more than justifies this approach. Implants can always get infected but I have yet to see one in this area of the face do so in a cosmetic patient.

Dr Barry Eppley is a board-certified plastic surgeon in private practice in Indianapolis, Indiana at Clarian Health Systems. (http://www.eppleyplasticsurgery.com) He writes a daily blog on plastic surgery, spa therapies, and medical skin care at http://www.exploreplasticsurgery.com

Laser Skin Resurfacing Says Goodbye to Damaged and Wrinkled Skin

By Lloyd Krieger

Laser skin resurfacing is a type of skin rejuvenation procedure that has both therapeutic and cosmetic benefits. Just as the name suggests, laser skin resurfacing makes use of a special laser that is used to eliminate skin that is damaged or wrinkled, treating the skin layer by layer.

What is Laser Skin Resurfacing?

Laser skin resurfacing is a procedure that is most often used to remove fine lines and wrinkles that have appeared around the eyes and mouth. It is also successful at removing superficial wrinkles on the forehead and cheeks. Skin that has a weathered look can also be effectively treated with laser skin resurfacing. Any number of benign skin lesions can be lessened and eliminated all together thanks to the work of laser skin resurfacing.

This type of procedure can also help to reduce and/or soften the appearance of scars on the face (such as those caused from acne, diseases such as chicken pox, and scars due to traumatic events) and improve areas where there is uneven pigmentation. Skin that has been damaged due to the sun will respond well to this type of skin procedure as well.

It is important for anyone considering laser skin resurfacing to be aware of the fact that this procedure is not geared towards wrinkles that are deeply engrained in the skin's surface. The treatment may help these wrinkles somewhat, but it will not make eliminate them completely.

Medical Conditions that Benefit From This Procedure

There are some medical conditions that will show improvement after laser skin resurfacing is undertaken. These include:

-Chronic actinic cheilitis

-Angiokeratomas

-Cutaneous lesions

-Balanitis xerotica obliterans

-Erythroplasia of Queyrat

-Hailey-Hailey disease (benign familial pemphigus)

-Lupoid cutaneous leishmaniasis

-Rhinophyma (which is caused by an extreme case of acne rosacea)

The Consultation Stage for Laser Skin Surgery

It is essential that you explain to the plastic surgeon what skin improvement you are seeking when it comes to CO2 treatment (another name for laser skin resurfacing). The results will not be the same for everyone. The procedure can be performed on the entire face or for spot treatments. Some patients choose to have laser skin resurfacing done at the same time that they are having another form of surgery on their face, while others opt for singular treatment. This decision is up to you and is dependent on the problems you are experiencing with your skin.

The surgeon will review your medical history with you, as well as take a close look at your skin and the pigmentation of your face in order to decide if you would benefit from laser skin resurfacing. It is vital that you tell the doctor any pertinent information that is related to your skin, such as sun sensitivity, if you have ever had any viral skin infections, or what skin treatments you have had in the past six months (such as chemical peels, Accutane treatments or microdermabrasion).

Individuals who are presently suffering from skin inflammation due to acne are not good candidates for this type of procedure. People who have been using Accutane for a period of six months to a year would be better off considering other types of skin resurfacing procedures, such as peels and even then only until well after the treatment with that medicine has ended. Those who are prone to keloids should avoid laser skin resurfacing. People who have dark complexions, such as those that are olive in appearance, are more likely than people with lighter complexions to develop hyperpigmentation as a consequence of laser skin surgery.

Innovative Nature of Laser Skin Resurfacing

The laser used in CO2 treatments is a carbon dioxide laser that is considered to be an innovative, exciting advancement is cosmetic surgery. During the procedure, the water found in the top layer of the skin is heated, which prompts peeling when a gentle rubbing motion is applied to it. The skin will be red afterwards and crusting can take place if the patient does not keep the area moist by applying the proper dressings and ointment to the area.

It is essential for a patient to follow instructions from their Beverly Hills cosmetic surgeon in order to allow healing to take place following laser skin resurfacing. If you experience any problems afterwards, do not hesitate to get in touch with the office for assistance.

Lloyd M. Krieger, MD is a plastic surgeon and founder of Rodeo Drive Plastic Surgery in Beverly Hills, California. More information is available on procedures such as and rhinoplasty in Los Angeles.

Cosmetic Surgery - What to Get and When

By James P Wilkinson

The rate at which our skin appears to age can be influenced by many factors and depending on this we will need to take certain precautions and be aware of the right time to opt for a particular procedure whether it be non surgical - such as Botox injections - or surgical - such as facelift surgery.

Believe it or not 90-95% of what we perceive to be aging of our skin is actually sun damage which has been programmed into our skin from an early age onwards. If you do not protect your skin from the sun's rays (even in winter) you will unfortunately accelerate the "aging" of your skin. For those of you with a penchant for sunbeds there is little hope of staying young and fresh faced without a major reversal technique, whether this be non surgical such as an acid peel or by going under the surgeons' knife and having a facelift to iron out those creases.

If you look after you skin then you shouldn't need to think about anti-aging products until you are in your mid twenties. At this point you can start to consider certain products to ward off the advances of time - remember; prevention is better than cure - by your late twenties you may want to consider Botox to tackle any expression lines on the forehead or between the eyes (and those pesky crows feet) and stop those from becoming deepened wrinkles which are more difficult to do anything about.

In your early thirties you may find Naso-Labial lines appearing (although these may start appearing in your twenties) these creases - stemming from the nose and stretching down to the side of the mouth - can be treated temporarily by making use of dermal fillers to plump them out. Some cosmetic surgery practices are now using a new type of injection that contains poly-L-lactic acid which stimulates the skins production of collagen in order to plump up the lines naturally from within.

Once you get into your forties and are heading for your fifties you may want to consider a small tweak in the form of a facelift in order to tighten the skin and give you back a more youthful face. Along with this you could opt for lower eye bag removal surgery (Blepharoplasty) if you suffer from fatty deposits under the eyes.

Things to consider in terms of preparing for your skins future health are as follows:

• Quit smoking as this robs your skin of precious moisture and quickens the aging process vastly.

• Protect your skin with a minimum sun factor protection 15 throughout the year, increasing this when you exposed to stronger sun.

• Drink plenty of water to keep your skin hydrated as dry skin is less protected and ages faster.

• Eat plenty of green veg and dark fruits to get your fill of antioxidants to protect your skin from free radicals.

Follow these tips and consider the above options should you need them. Remember - everyone ages at a different rate depending on how well they look after their skin and as a result of their genetic programming so you may not need to consider non-surgical or surgical procedures until later in life. How long you stay looking good for is very much in your hands!

If you are considering cosmetic surgery procedures in the UK such as facelift surgery you should seek an accredited surgeon who is registered with BAPRAS or BAAPS to ensure this plastic surgery runs smoothly.

Understanding Scars From Body Contouring Surgery

By Dr Barry Eppley

Body contouring surgery usually involves the removal of large segments of excess skin and fat after considerable weight loss. Such radical resection usually occurs from tummy tucks, body lifts, and thigh lifts. Lesser segments of skin and fat are removed in breast lifts, arm lifts, and back lifts. No matter what the area of resection, the outcomes from these procedures is often dramatic. Such major body changes, however, come at a price...that of long scars.

Most extreme weight loss patients gladly accept this scar trade-off and are usually well aware of it. They typically consider the scars a far better alternative to loose hanging skin. Few would quibble with that approach given the medical and aesthetic problems that all that loose skin can cause.

But scarring is a process that takes time to get to its optimal appearance, often up to a year after surgery. Understanding the healing of these long incisions and the maturation of the resulting scar is helpful as the patient watches closely as this process evolves.

For a short time after surgery, incisions must heal before they can be truly called a scar. There are many dissolveable sutures used to hold these incisions together underneath the skin. While they will eventually dissolve, it takes a long time to do so. Many times some of these sutures will 'spit' or come through the skin because they are so close to it. The body does this because it recognizes them as foreign and wants them out. This never occurs before three weeks after surgery but may occur for several months thereafter. This is not abnormal and most body contouring patients will experience this nuisance problem. It can be frustrating because the incision looks so great initially and then develops these problem areas. Many patients think this is an infection but it is nothing more than the body getting rid of these sutures. After about 6 to 8 weeks after surgery, this process is pretty much over.

Once the incision starts to heal, the resulting scar will change color. Up to about 3 weeks after surgery, the incision looks fantastic...basically because it hasn't really started to heal yet. Once this healing process starts, blood vessels grow into the incision and it turns red. This is distressing to some patients as they think something is wrong. When in fact this is normal and is part of the process that allows the skin to knit back together and get as strong as it was before the surgery. (a process that takes up to 9 months or so after surgery) The scar will remain red until the strength of the skin from the healing process is normal. As a result, the red color of a scar may not have gone away for up to a year after surgery. This is called scar maturation and is a long process.

Dr Barry Eppley is a board-certified plastic surgeon in private practice in Indianapolis, Indiana at Clarian Health Systems. (http://www.eppleyplasticsurgery.com) He writes a daily blog on plastic surgery, spa therapies, and medical skin care at http://www.exploreplasticsurgery.com

A New Face, Mister Bond? - Facial Cosmetic Surgery

By Nicholas James

A master-criminal, hell bent on bringing about global destruction, sits in his high-backed leather chair, a maniacal laugh ringing throughout his dimly lit office, the centre of his worldwide operations. He swivels slowly around in his chair to face upon the debonair spy's face.

"So, Mister Bond. Our paths cross once again. But this time I have the advantage over you. Tell me, do you really not recognise me with my new face?"

The concept of a brand new face might once have seemed entirely in the realms of a James Bond film, but nowadays it isn't such a fantastical notion.

No longer seen as a red flag of vanity practiced under cloak and dagger conditions upon those travelling the glitter-dusted path of the rich and fame-hungry celebrity set; more and more people see no shame in having had some form of facial cosmetic surgery carried out. Unless, of course, you name happens to be Michael Jackson.

But joking aside, the possibilities now exist to completely change the facial appearance of anybody who has the money to pay for it.

Nowadays there are so many different procedures and combinations that can be carried out, from the subtle, such as eyelid reduction (canthoplasty), to one of the most popular forms of plastic surgery out there, the facelift (rhytidectory); that it is more and more and common for people from all walks of life to have work done and tell their friends and family about it. This is testament to the newfound status of social acceptability that the plastic surgery industry now enjoys.

As the face is generally the first thing that people notice when they meet, it is no surprise that in a world obsessed by people's perception of beauty these facial procedures have become so popular. As mentioned above, a rhytidectory, or the facelift - along with liposuction and breast enlargement - is the most requested form of plastic surgery there is. It involves the removal and smoothing of the excess skin that causes wrinkles and the appearance of aging in the face. Sometimes the underlying tissue is also tightened to enhance the overall effect.

Rhinoplasty, or the 'nose job', involves the reshaping of the nose. This, unlike a facelift can be for either aesthetic or reconstructive reasons. The look of the nose is usually altered by the manipulation of the cartilage or in some cases bone taken from another part of the body, usually the ribs. It has long been the favourite of the Hollywood star and those in the public eye looking to correct what they see as imperfections.

Facelifts and nosejobs are the easily the best known of all the facial cosmetic surgery procedures, due largely to their prevalence amongst the showbiz set. In these cases it is generally accepted that they're solely for aesthetic - or vanity - reasons.

But it doesn't end there. There are surgical procedures for every conceivable aspect of the face. These include blepharoplasty, which is the removal of the fat, the excess muscle, and the skin that cause unsightly bags under the eyes. There's otoplasty, which is the reshaping or correction of protruding ears. Chin augmentation, where, as with the breast, implants are used to structure and create a stronger chin. It also works in the converse with a chin reduction. Both are often carried out in conjunction with rhinoplasty to maintain the aesthetic balance of the facial structure.

So the next time you find your plans for world domination have been narrowly averted by an interfering British spy with ready access to a devastating arsenal of off-the-cuff one-liners; there's no need to worry about what your work colleagues may think of you come Monday morning. Modern facial surgery procedures mean that should you wish you can change your appearance and return to the day job with your head - and face - held high.

For more information on plastic, reconstructive, facial, and reductive surgery, check out the website of Chien C Kat, a female plastic surgeon practicing plastic surgery in the UK. Nick James is a web writer specialising in articles and web content.

Cosmetic Surgery Options For Women Who Are Curious

By Elisa Cruz

Each woman who looks in the mirror each morning looks at something differently. Obviously, each woman is physically different, but the main difference here is in regard to the self esteem that a woman has. Some women are very happy with how they look, while others wish that they could have something changed about their appearance.

For these women, cosmetic surgery becomes a real possibility. Basically, cosmetic surgery involves various procedures that are meant to augment or minimize certain areas of a body. One of the most common kinds of cosmetic surgery is rhinoplasty. While this procedure is often done on people who actually have sinus problems, it is also done on people who think their noise is too large for their face.

Yet another example of cosmetic surgery is breast augmentation. Many women feel rather uncomfortable about their small busts, and thus elect to get silicone implants to give their breasts more firmness and shape. Some people also elect to get buttock implants for the same reason.

No matter what kind of cosmetic surgery a person gets, it is very important to make sure that they have the proper financial funds. Most doctors will have reasonable payment plans, that will allow the person to pay in installments. Also, the person will have to allow for the amount of time that will be needed for recuperation, so vacation time from work will be required. It will take a significant amount of planning and patience, but the results and the improved self esteem make it all definitely worth it.

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Understanding the Tear Trough Cosmetic Problem

By Dr Barry Eppley

The tear trough facial deformity is an area of frequent confusion. Some patients think they have this problem and don't know what to call it, while others think they have it and it is really another type of facial problem. Because the cheek and eyelid areas are adjacent to each and bone from area can impact the shape of the other, it is important to clearly define what the tear trough deformity is...and isn't. Treatment methods will, of course, differ based on the anatomy of the problem which is why clarification is more than just a semantic issue.

Tear troughs are refer to a sunken in or hollowed out area below the eye. One must determine what anatomic area is sunken in, whether it be at the eyelid, orbital rim, or out in the cheek area. Sometimes it can even be all three together.

Hollowness below the eyelid (put your finger in the area, if you feel bone then you are on the lower rim of the eye socket) is most typically caused by sagging of the cheek tissues, known as midface descent, or inadequate development of the bone of the upper cheek, known as midface hypoplasia. The patient's age is usually a key element in determining the cause of this 'bone' problem. A younger patient most likely has cheek/orbital rim bone underdevelopment, an older patient more likely has midface descent. Some older patients, however, may have both.

Hollowness above the bone (if you push and feel no bone or slide over the rim of the bone), then the defect is in the eyelid area. This is not a bone problem but a reflection of the amount of fat that surrounds the eye, otherwise known as orbital volume.

Neither of the aforementioned eyelid/orbital rim/cheek issues is a true tear trough deformity. When hollowness in the area between the rim of eye socket bone and the side of the nose exists, this is a true tear trough deformity. One can envision or see how tears would roll down this 'facial gutter'. Medically speaking, the tear trough is the nasojugal fold. a normal anatomic indentation for most people. But if it becomes aesthetically too deep, usually with aging, it is referred to as a tear trough depression. Such a depression near the eye contributes to a visible sign of aging.

It is easy to see how many confuse tear troughs, cheek/orbital rim hypoplasia, and decreased orbital volume. All affect the eye area but the treatments for each are quite different.

Dr Barry Eppley is a board-certified plastic surgeon in private practice in Indianapolis, Indiana at Clarian Health Systems. (http://www.eppleyplasticsurgery.com) He writes a daily blog on plastic surgery, spa therapies, and medical skin care at http://www.exploreplasticsurgery.com

Injecting Youth - Facts Vs Fiction on Botox and Injectable Fillers

By Dr Barry Eppley

The recent phenomenon and popularity of Botox and injectable fillers for quick temporary fixes of cosmetic facial concerns has led many to consider or have these treatments. Because of their prevalence throughout our society and the resultant marketing behind them, many patients are confused and have inaccurate information as to what these cosmetic treatments can and cannot due.

Botox is a muscle-paralyzing agent that helps diminish unwanted facial expressions. Botox is for the treatment of dynamic wrinkles. (lines and wrinkles that form when we express ourselves. Most of Botox treatments are done for glabellar furrows (between the eyebrows), forehead lines, and crow's feet (around the eyes) wrinkles. Botox injections are quick to perform and leave no trace that they were done. It takes about one week for its effects to kick in so results are not instantaneous. Botox injections will last around 4 months for most people. With continued use over time, many patients report that Botox lasts longer, often 6 months or greater in time.

Injectable fillers are synthetic plumping agents. Injectable fillers is for the treatment of either static wrinkling (lines and wrinkles that are present when we have no facial expression) or for lip enlargement. As of today, there are eleven (11) commercially-available injectable fillers to choose from which are manufactured form either collagen, hyaluronic acid, or beaded materials. While this number can make the right product selection difficult (and all the marketing hype from the manufacturers doesn't help), there is a simple way to cut through the clutter. All injectable fillers work, they mainly differ in how long they last and what they cost. The longer-lasting injectable fillers cost more. You basically are paying for how long you want it to last.

To find out many more details about Botox and injectable fillers, read the my new ebook entitled 'Injecting Youth - Changing The Face Of Plastic Surgery' available at http://www.wordclay.com.

Dr Barry Eppley is a board-certified plastic surgeon in private practice in Indianapolis, Indiana at Clarian Health Systems. (http://www.eppleyplasticsurgery.com) He writes a daily blog on plastic surgery, spa therapies, and medical skin care at http://www.exploreplasticsurgery.com

Face the Facts - Insights on Cosmetic Facial Surgery

By Dr Barry Eppley

Cosmetic surgery of the face is more popular than ever. People are interested in looking more refreshed, less tired, and sometimes changing how their face looks regardless of their age. And people are doing it at a younger age than ever before. With the popularity of this type of facial surgery, comes the expected marketing promotions and hype particularly prevalent on the internet, magazines, and newspaper ads. What is real and what is hype?

Learn that a facelift does nothing much for most of the face. Eyelid tucks are the best value of all cosmetic facial surgeries. There are different ways to do browlifts, some which may lengthen or shorten your forehead. Nosejobs are done 'open' because the results are so much better. Cheek and chin implants are simple operations that can make a big difference. Thin lips may not always be made bigger by injectable fillers. Botox sometimes is better than surgery. Ear pinning doesn't involve any pins and it is easy to do. And much more....

These insights are given in greater depth and on many more facial cosmetic surgery procedures in the ebook entitled 'Face The Facts - An Inside Look At Plastic Surgery' available at http://www.wordclay.com. Get the perspective of a plastic surgeon who has been doing these facial procedures for years and learn what works, what doesn't, and how to spend your cosmetic dollar wisely. While hope lives eternal, having realistic expectations and knowing how to get the best bang for your dollar is what makes patients happy.

Dr Barry Eppley is a board-certified plastic surgeon in private practice in Indianapolis, Indiana at Clarian Health Systems. (http://www.eppleyplasticsurgery.com) He writes a daily blog on plastic surgery, spa therapies, and medical skin care at http://www.exploreplasticsurgery.com

How to Become a Successful Candidate For a Tummy Tuck

By Violet Williams

If you have ever belonged to a gym, you have no doubt noticed that there are four main groups of people. The first group is the fitness fanatics. These people have bodies of steel, and spend just as much time looking in the mirrors at themselves as they do exercising. Then there are the old people who are told that they have to exercise to make their joints more limber. There are the very obese people who try to exercise without success, and lastly, the average people who have been going to the gym for a while now, but still have a soft middle.

If you belong to this last category, then you are most likely an excellent candidate for a tummy tuck. A tummy tuck is a surgical procedure wherein a woman's excess fat is removed, and her excess skin and muscles tightened. Unfortunately, a tummy tuck has become the source of rumors swirling around Hollywood celebrities, but in reality, it has helped many women get their self esteem back.

Take, for example, the situation involving a woman who has had multiple pregnancies. Understandably, these pregnancies will result in weight gain, and weakened muscles. Thus, the midsection of a mother can become quite flabby. In order to be considered an optimal candidate for a tummy tuck, the woman needs to be within ten to twenty pounds of her ideal weight to begin with. Once the procedure is done, results will start becoming more and more noticeable, with optimal results obtained within a few months.

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SmartLipo - Fat Removal With Minimal Downtime

By Spero Theodorou

Gone are the days when one could only think of traditional options to lose weight and get in shape. Technological advancements have made things easier for those who are looking for safe and effective ways for fat reduction and body toning. Due to the promising results and pain free procedure, SmartLipo is at high demands nowadays. SmartLipo is considered to be the first and only laser-assisted lipolysis system that uses laser technology to melt away those stubborn fat cells from your body parts.

Good Procedure for Localized Fat Reduction

This revolutionary and minimally invasive procedure promises successful fat removal with minimal downtime and less side effects. The advantages of Smart Lipo over other liposuction methods are listed below.

• Very rapid results

• Tightens the skin around the treatment area

• Minimal discomfort

• Fast treatment time

• Rapid recovery, patients can return to regular activities within a few days

• Safer procedure than traditional liposuction

• Less risk of bleeding and bruising

Brings Lasting Results, Quickly and Painlessly

This fat treatment technique is a smarter choice for people who have excess body fat that will not respond to diet and exercise. Excess fat deposits can be removed from specific areas of the body including the chin, cheeks, neck, outer and inner thighs, upper arms, knees, buttocks, waist, and more. It can be performed under local anesthesia and require only one treatment session per area. Those people in good health with normal body weight, but who have specific areas of stubborn fat are eligible to undergo this procedure.

Though it is one of the safest cosmetic procedures than traditional liposuction; the complications involved are the same such as infection and bleeding. You should keep in mind that SmartLipo does not make you healthier, but its main aim is to beautify you and helping you improve your overall appearance.

Dr. Spero Theodorou is an experienced Manhattan plastic surgeon in New York City. As a leading New York City Smart Lipo surgeon, Doctor Spero Theodorou specializes in Smartlipo MPX treatments. Park Avenue Smart lipo is the first plastic surgery group in Manhattan to offer the latest Laser Body Sculpting technology from Cynosure.

Breast Augmentation With Fat Transfer

By Markus Bogusch

Many women have the desire for a bigger breast. The modern plastic surgery makes it possible. However, some people are afraid of the consequences. They are afraid because they have a foreign body in her breast. More and more popular, is a new method of breast enlargement by implantation of own fat. This method is used in Japan and the United States and is often used for breast enlargement. Many cosmetic surgeons abroad were always technically more developed than in Germany. Patients have a liposuction in legs or abdomen and the fat from there will be injected in the breast afterwards. In each breast can be 200 and 300 milliliters of adipose tissue injected. This method sounds for many women initially very well and is a good alternative to silicone implants. At the same time, even the unloved fat on legs or abdomen is removed. However, there are some problems with this method.

The biggest drawback of this method is the possibility of confusion with a tumor in mammography. After the injection with own fat there will be calcium deposits. These will look like tumors. Therefore, it is often a false alarm and cancer screening is much more difficult. When using silicone implants, this is not the case.

After breast augmentation with silicone implants there are no problems with cancer screening and the results are not disturbed.

Another disadvantage is the reduction of fat induced after a few years. The fat comes in the process of degradation and the breast looses volume. Because of that, the procedure has to be repeated some times and this results in new risks, pain and costs for the surgery.

Today, the silicone implants are so well developed that they can stand the test of time and this is even guaranteed by the manufacturer.

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Cosmetic Surgery Holidays Continued

By James P Wilkinson

Cosmetic surgery operations abroad are becoming more and more common as people try to save money on the cosmetic surgery procedures they'd been planning before the credit crunch took hold.

For countries in the EU there are of course regulations which dictate the level of health and safety requirements and the standard of care that should be given to patients. But this does not mean that the surgeon is required to be a member of any governing body to ensure they carry out cosmetic surgery to the highest standard. This also does not mean that you will receive the standard of aftercare you would expect when using an accredited surgeon/hospital in the UK.

For surgery such as lap band placement or gastric bypass you would expect to pay up to £11,000 in the UK with a reputable firm and this should guarantee you receive the best quality care during and after the procedure. If you were to travel to a European country such as Turkey you may find this procedure priced for a tenth of this figure and, rather than thinking this is a bargain, you should ask yourself where the corners are being cut.

During any surgical procedure where you will be required to undergo a general anaesthetic there should be a highly trained and experienced anaesthetist present throughout the procedure. An anaesthetist of course costs money and you may find that they will not be present during the intermediate stages of your procedure.

Providing post operative care during your recovery is also costly and you may find that there is only a minimal level provided when opting for such a cheap package. It is easy to think that the extra money you can expect to pay in the UK is simply profit for the company arranging the surgery but you have to remember that there is profit in it for the company you use when travelling abroad for cosmetic surgery. There is of course then little money left over to pay for your care during and after the procedure.

If you are considering cosmetic surgery procedures in the UK such as lap band surgery you should seek an accredited surgeon who is registered with BAPRAS or BAAPS to ensure this weight loss surgery runs smoothly.

Cosmetic Surgery and the Pink Pound

By James P Wilkinson

While our American counterparts may be resisting the urge to opt for cosmetic surgery - resulting in a slow down for 60% of US cosmetic surgeons - it seems that a new sector of society is opting for surgery and this it seems will see UK surgeons through the recession.

A recent survey in a well known magazine showed that almost a quarter of gay men had undergone plastic surgery (22%) and a further 69% would consider it. The money this brings in, or the pink pound as it has been nicknamed, has gone some way to making up for the dip caused by the credit crunch.

It appears that men in general are increasingly opting for cosmetic surgery which has resulted in a 20% increase in the last 5 years. Procedures such as nose surgery, male breast reduction and tummy tucks have all become increasingly popular.

It doesn't just stop there, business men in particular have taken to opting for non surgical fillers and Botox in an effort to continue appearing younger for longer which some see to be a sign of success.

A large percentage of the men who opt for cosmetic surgery are of course gay and there is apparently a greater emphasis placed on looking good in the gay community. Surprisingly Gay men are thought to earn £5203 over the national average which of course gives them greater spending power.

It has been noted that many gay men have at some stage in their lives been bullied which may result in them being less confident about their appearance. Whatever the reason it appears that gay men see their appearance as very important and will do whatever it takes to keep looking fresh faced and youthful.

If you are considering cosmetic surgery procedures in the UK such as weight loss surgery you should seek an accredited surgeon who is registered with BAPRAS or BAAPS to ensure this plastic surgery runs smoothly.

What Can Rhinoplasty Do For Me?

By Dr Barry Eppley

An attractive nose is a nose that fits your face. It is a natural-looking nose that achieves a harmonious balance with your other facial features. If you feel that your nose is not a good fit, you may benefit from cosmetic surgery of the nose.

Cosmetic surgery of the nose, technically called rhinoplasty, is a plastic surgery procedure to improve the appearance of the nose. You may be a good candidate for rhinoplasty of you have any of the following conditions:

- Your nose appears too large for your face

- There is a bump or depression on the bridge of the nose when seen in profile

- The nose seems too wide when seen from the front

- The middle part of the nose looks pinched

- The tip of the nose droops down

- The tip of the nose is thick and wide

- Your nostrils flair too much

- Your nose is crooked or off-center

- You have had a nasal injury or fracture which makes your nose look asymmetric

- You have trouble breathing through your nose.

Rhinoplasty can be performed on men and women of almost any age. I usually don't like to do rhinoplasty until someone is past puberty...about age 13 or 14 for girls and about 14 or 15 for boys. There is no upper age limit for rhinoplasty. It can be done at ages 70 or 80!

Rhinoplasty can be done for cosmetic purposes only or done in conjunction with surgery to correct internal breathing problems as well. Simultaneously correcting breathing problems causes a longer recovery after rhinoplasty with more nasal stuffiness. In some cases, health insurance may cover the costs of the breathing part of the procedure.

Dr Barry Eppley is a board-certified plastic surgeon in private practice in Indianapolis, Indiana at Clarian Health Systems. (http://www.eppleyplasticsurgery.com) He writes a daily blog on plastic surgery, spa therapies, and medical skin care at http://www.exploreplasticsurgery.com

Different Cheek Implants For Different Problems

By Dr Barry Eppley

The cheek area is a central and critical element of one's facial appearance. Situated between the pyramidal landmarks of the eye, mouth, and jaw angle, its prominence (or lack thereof) provides projection to the middle of the face. In today's society, the perception of high or prominent cheekbones is one that is a positive statement about attractiveness and beauty. It is not clear why high cheekbones cast this image, but we all know the emotional response when we see it.

Today's plastic surgery techniques and modern facial implants now make it possible to provide a wide range of cheek enhancements. Highlighting different areas of the cheek complex is made possible because of the many different styles of cheek implants that are available. Different cheek implant shapes are available that can enhance the front, side, underside, as well as the bone underneath the eye in front of the cheek. Because of these different style options, it is critical that a plastic surgeon look carefully at the anatomy of the cheek to determine which parts of it should be improved.

The 'traditional' cheek implant is really like a shell which covers all aspects of the curved cheek, adding volume to the front and sides of it in equal amounts. For those patients with really flat cheeks, this is usually a good choice. The implant can be slid further forward or further to the back of the cheek to customize its effects. Submalar cheek implants sit more on the underside of the cheek bone. They push up loose overhanging cheek tissue and , as a result, are more ideal for the aging patient with loose or sagging cheek skin. They also are good for patients who have had loss of the buccal fat pad and hollowing of this area. (facial lipoatrophy, e.g., HIV disease) Because the submalar implant fills the upper part of the buccal space as well as the underside of the bone, a dual effect is achieved. Tear trough implants are not really cheek implants per se. They fill underneath the eye area which is in front of the cheek. For those patients with some good cheek width but flattening of the bone in front of the cheek, this is the only facial implant made for that use. Sometimes it can be used in combination with a traditional cheek implant for greater fill of a flat midface.

To get the best effect from these different cheek implant styles, their position on the bone is critical. For this reason, I always secure any style of cheek implants to the bone with screws. This is the only way to be certain of their long-term position after surgery.

Dr Barry Eppley is a board-certified plastic surgeon in private practice in Indianapolis, Indiana at Clarian Health Systems. (http://www.eppleyplasticsurgery.com) He writes a daily blog on plastic surgery, spa therapies, and medical skin care at http://www.exploreplasticsurgery.com

Types of Face Lift Surgery

By Amy Nutt

A rhytidectomy, the technical term for a face lift, is a fairly common cosmetic surgery that it utilized to restore a more youthful appearance. It can encompass any manner of smaller face related surgeries or involve a simple lift. For example, rhinoplasty (nose job) or Blepharoplasty (eye surgery) are not considered face lifts per se, both may be performed in conjunction with a face lift.

Yet and still, you can opt to simply have the face lift without the additional surgeries. It all really depends on the results you wish to obtain post surgery.

This is why an in office consultation is so important prior to considering any type of cosmetic surgery.

What to expect during face lift surgery consultations

Many of the people who wish to undergo a face lift are forty plus and seek the lift due to dissatisfaction with wrinkles and sagging skin. A visit with a board certified, reputable physician will help them assess the areas that are in need of correction and what it will take to remedy the situation.

You can discuss issues like downtime and the costs of surgery as well as financing options during this initial visit.

Face lifts procedures and techniques

As with any cosmetic surgery, a face lift is determined by the incision and the procedures utilized during the surgery. A good example of this is the SMAS (Submuscular Aponeurotic System) Lift. With this type of cosmetic surgery a plastic surgeon arranges the underlying musculature of the face to create a more youthful appearance. Liposuction is often combined with this procedure to get rid of any subcutaneous fat after which excess sagging skin is cut away. This skin is the sutured and sewn together.

Other types of face lifts include:

A neck lift: People hate the jowly or "waddle" neck appearance that can develop as we age. This sagging jaw line can age the face even more than wrinkles do. A basic chin lift may eradicate this problem but cosmetic surgery that concentrates on neck area can really provide a more dramatic, youthful look.

Mini lift: An outpatient procedure, it a mini face lift is a minimally invasive cosmetic surgery that may not produce the results of a full face lift with a small incision by the ear. Also called a weekend face lift, this technique is best for individual between the ages of forty to fifty-years-old with small signs of aging to correct.

Traditional, old fashioned lift

The traditional face lift utilizes a larger incision but produces the most dramatic, overall results. Most people who opt for the full conventional lift are older with more signs of aging to correct. If need be, newer techniques, like SMAS can be combined to recontour the face and make it more youthful. Lipo is often performed in conjunction with this cosmetic surgery.

Cosmetic surgery additions and enhancements

Some men and women opt for surgical injections or additional surgeries like rhinoplasty or Blepharoplasty to complete the look they want. Non-invasive remedies like Botox or Restalyne injections can decrease the appearance of wrinkles that may be difficult to remove with skin excision alone.

The costs

On average, rhytidectomy surgery costs about $7,000 dollars but can go as high as $15,000 depending on the procedures and additional enhancements.

The best candidates for face lift, or any type of cosmetic surgery, are those who are psychologically sound and know what to expect. Plastic surgery will not make you look like someone else or appear to be a teenager again. Instead, you look like a more fabulous version of yourself at your current age! Keep this in mind as you hunt to find the best doctor and deal for your cosmetic surgery.

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Is There Any Difference in the Differing Materials For Chin Implants?

By Dr Barry Eppley

Chin implants are a simple straightforward procedure that is very effective for improving horizontal deficiencies of the chin. Done through a small skin incision under the chin, the implant is slid into position on top of the chin bone. While there are different styles of chin implants for different cosmetic effects, the fundamental concept is that the chin implant provides a non-resorbable filler that expands the boundaries of the chin bone.

In addition to different styles, chin implants are also available in different materials. Occasionally asked by patients, does it matter what a chin implant is made of?

By far, the most common material used for chin implants is solid silicone or silicone rubber. It has the advantages of being very flexible and smooth which makes its insertion easy...as well as being easy to remove. Because it is a rubber material, it is easy to carve and shape should that be necessary. Because it is potentially 'slippery', I chose to stabilize it in position with a screw or two so that it does not move from where it is placed at the time of surgery. Because it is injection molded, it can be manufactured into any shape and size very inexpensively which accounts for the large number of silicone chin implant options. From a biologic perspective, it results in a layer of scar developing around it after surgery, much like a breast implant. The chin implant simply lives inside this scar (capsule) where it is well tolerated by the body, presumably for the rest of the patient's lifetime.

Less commonly used but well known are chin implants made of high-density polyethylene, also known as Medpor. This material is much more firm and inflexible but its surface is irregular and semi-porous. Unlike silicone, this material makes the chin implant harder to insert (requiring a bigger incision)...and remove if necessary...but it has frictional resistance against the bone so that it does not slide around as easily once positioned in place. This material is much harder and shaping it can only really be done with a powered rotary instrument. From a biologic perspective, a surrounding scar is still formed but it sticks to the implant better as the scar has grown into the pores of the surface of the chin implant. An argument can be made that this ingrowth of tissue into the implant is more biologic and better to resist infection. But the incidence of chin implant infections is so low that any real differences between the two materials is impossible to determine.

A third material exists that of polytetrafluoroetylene (PTFE) or Gore-Tex. It is most similar to silicone rubber because of its flexibility and ease of shaping with a scalpel. A smooth surrounding scar envelopes it as well after placement.

Do any of these materials make a difference? In my opinion....no. In the end the body treats all of them the same...with an enveloping scar that is not really different or conveys any superiority. Whichever material the plastic surgeon is most comfortable with is the best material for your chin implant procedure.

Dr Barry Eppley is a board-certified plastic surgeon in private practice in Indianapolis, Indiana at Clarian Health Systems. (http://www.eppleyplasticsurgery.com) He writes a daily blog on plastic surgery, spa therapies, and medical skin care at http://www.exploreplasticsurgery.com

What Exactly is a Tummy Tuck?

By Caroline Trump

A Tummy tuck, also known as abdominoplasty, is a surgical procedure to remove excess fat and skin from the abdominal area, or tummy. In most cases, stretched, weakened, and separated muscles are restored, creating an abdominal profile that is both smoother and firmer.

A full tummy tuck involves a horizontal incision between the pubic hairline and the bellybutton. The size of the incision will be determined by the extent of the surgery needed to perform the tummy tuck. Through the incision, abdominal muscles are repaired, as fat and excess skin are cut away. After the procedure is complete, the incisions are closed with sutures, tape, or clips.

Following the surgery, incisions are bandaged and an elastic band is placed around the stomach area to reduce swelling and give support to the abdomen.

Immediately after surgery and for about a week, improvement may not be noticed due to swelling and the inability to stand up straight because of the repair to the muscle. After the swelling goes down and the muscles begin to heal, the result will be a flatter, smoother, tighter looking tummy.

Many men are also considering tummy tucks in this age of cosmetic awareness. They have been dieting and working out and although they have lost the weight and toned the muscles, the belly fat remains. A tummy tuck can give them their six pack back!

Women who have had a tummy tuck know the value of the procedure. The belly fat they have been unable to lose regardless of the diets and exercise seems to magically disappear with a tummy tuck.

As with most cosmetic surgical procedures, cost is the main factor that keeps most people from following through with the surgery; however, with lower cost procedures being offered in foreign countries such as the Dominican Republic, more people than ever are spending their vacation time having plastic surgeries and recovering in the relaxing resort atmosphere.

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