An abdominoplasty, or sometimes referred to as a tummy tuck, is one of the most common plastic surgery procedures available. A tummy tuck is capable of removing excess fat and skin and may also tighten the abdominal muscles to create a tight, smooth, better contoured waistline. In most cases it can also restore separated or weakened muscles. A good candidate for a tummy tuck will have excess or loose skin due to pregnancy, weight loss, or loss of skin elasticity from aging or stretch marks. The surgery is often combined with liposuction to the love handle areas to provide a better contour to the entire waistline. Also, it is commonly performed along with a breast augmentation procedure and liposuction. This set of procedures is often referred to as the “Mommy Makeover.” The decision you make to have an abdominoplasty is extremely personal and it will have to be decided if the potential risks and complications are acceptable and if the surgery will achieve your goals.
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Prior To Your Abdominoplasty, Your Cosmetic Surgeon Will Explain The Risks Associated With The Surgery
Wednesday, January 6th, 2010Cosmetic Surgeons Provide Liposuction To Those Who Have Unresponsive Fatty Areas
Thursday, December 3rd, 2009Liposuction may be a great option for you if you have fatty areas that do not respond to diet or exercise. Liposuction isn’t a weight-loss or cellulite treatment procedure and people that are in good shape, yet struggle with “problem” areas are the best candidates. The procedure slims and contours different areas of the body by removing the excess fat. The liposuction procedure doesn’t treat sagging or loose skin. In some cases, liposuction is performed alone, in other cases it is used with procedures such as a breast reduction/lift or a tummy tuck, which can reduce sagging skin. According to Tacoma plastic surgeon, Dr. Nichols, when liposuction is combined with other surgeries it can be one of the many procedures used in a Mommy Makeover.
What is MOHS Reconstruction Surgery?
Monday, November 23rd, 2009The technique commonly known as MOHS Surgery or MOHS Excision is a method designed by a general surgeon Dr. Frederick Mohs. It is now commonly performed by dermatologists and specialists in MOHS Surgery who have completed additional training in the MOHS technique.
The technique involves a unique form of handling, processing and reading the tissue under the microscope to make sure that the margins of the excision are clear of any cancer cells. It is very reliable and uses very thin, small excisions in a step-wise fashion in order to spare the tissue surrounding the lesion. Normally the technique is used for squamous cell carcinoma and basal cell carcinoma of the face, and is best used in areas near important structures such as the eyelids, nose, and ears. The MOHS specialist can remove a layer of tissue, and then examine the layer under the microscope while the patient waits, and then remove more tissue as needed.
The MOHS reconstruction can then be performed by a plastic and reconstructive surgeon or by the MOHS surgeon, depending on how complex the defect is. If you have further questions or would like to schedule a consultation, contact Seattle plastic surgeon, Dr. Jeff Scott today.
Every Nose Job is Different, There is No One Perfect Nose
Monday, February 23rd, 2009When looking to perform a rhinoplasty, realistic expectations from the patient’s perspective are very important. The goal of rhinoplasty is to reshape and sculpt a new nose that fits harmoniously with the face and fits into the facial balance for each individual patient. Every nose job is different. There is no one perfect nose.
Improve Your Nose Aesthetically
Monday, February 23rd, 2009It is important to have realistic goals and expectations regarding the outcome of the surgery. It is also important to consider why you want to have nose surgery. The goal is to improve the nose aesthetically to better balance with the other facial features; sometimes breathing is improved at the same time. Rhinoplasty is performed by making small incisions on the inside of the nose. There are no external incisions. The skin is lifted off of the cartilage and bone and the nose is then sculpted to the appropriate shape. The skin is then placed back in position and dissolvable sutures are used to close the incisions inside the nose.
Reshape and Sculpt Your Jaw and Neckline
Wednesday, February 11th, 2009The goal of a facelift is to reshape and sculpt a new jaw and neck line and lift the jowls for a very natural look. The goal for a mini-lift is to simply remove the jowls by lifting them. The goal for a neck lift is to sculpt only the neck fat without removal of any skin or jowls. The neck lift is not performed if there are jowls present that need to be addressed. The S-Lift is a mini-lift.
Upper Eyelid Surgery Differs From Lower
Wednesday, February 4th, 2009For the upper eyelid surgery, an incision is made along the natural fold of the eyelid, extending from corner to corner, and excess fat and skin is removed. For the lower lids, the incision may be made right below the lower lash line and excess skin, fat and muscle removed. The underlying muscles may also be tightened by your plastic surgeon.
Understanding Your Goals Is Vital When Considering Breast Augmentation
Friday, January 30th, 2009When considering breast enhancement, it is important to understand your goals of cosmetic surgery. For example, are you looking for a larger breast size, more proportioned breasts, or simply just to turn back the clock. In addition, it is important for you to select a breast implant surgeon who you can communicate with, who understands your goals and expectations and who gives you a feeling of confidence. Your relationship with your doctor will be important as you move forward together to decide the appropriate surgical approach and implant design that is right for you.
Improve The Appearance of Protruding Ears
Thursday, January 29th, 2009Otoplasty (Cosmetic Ear Surgery) is a surgical procedure used to improve the appearance of protruding ears or to reduce the size of large ears. It can also help correct ear deformities such as “lop ear,” “cupped ear,” or “shell ear.” Otoplasty can be performed on children and adults, however children need to wait until the ears are almost fully grown. This usually occurs by the age of 4 or 5.
Eyelid Surgery Helps Rid the Feeling of Looking Older
Wednesday, January 21st, 2009Cosmetic eyelid surgery or blepharoplasty is done to improve the appearance of the upper or lower eyelids. The primary goal of upper eyelid surgery is to remove the excess skin and fat, whereas the goal of lower eyelid surgery is to remove mostly excess fat. The fat in the lower eyelids is a genetic trait and is referred to by many as puffiness. Typically, patients will say that they look older than they feel when they look in the mirror.