Tips on How to Make Your Facial Plastic Surgery Last

October 4th, 2018 Posted in Cosmetic Surgery
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Deciding to have facial plastic surgery is a major decision and investment. You want to ensure that you get the results you desire and that they will last. Whether you are undergoing a face lift, rhinoplasty or other facial cosmetic surgery, you want to have an experienced, reputable plastic surgeon to perform the surgery. However, once they do their job, the rest is up to you. Here are some tips on how to make your facial surgery last so you get the results you desire.

  • Prepare for your recovery. Your surgeon will explain what restrictions you will have after your surgery. Prepare for your recovery time to ensure you get the rest you need. Make sure you have everything you need at home to relax and heal after your surgery. Follow the post-op instructions to the letter for quicker healing.
  • Stop smoking. Your surgeon will likely tell you to stop smoking before your procedure. This is a good time to stop smoking for good. Smoking can hinder healing and cause quicker aging. If you are spending money on trying to improve your appearance, it makes sense to stop this unhealthy, expensive habit.
  • Eat healthy and exercise. A healthy, nutrient-dense diet is vital for healing and for maintaining healthy skin. Exercise is also important, improving circulation and keep you fit.
  • Care for your skin. Talk to your plastic surgeon about the best skin care regimen for your face. You want to protect your investment in your cosmetic surgery and caring for your skin is a good option. Also ask about non-invasive options that can help maintain your surgery results like dermal fillers, Botox, laser therapy and more.

Make the most of your facial plastic surgery by taking care of your skin and health after your surgery. It is worth the effort to protect your investment into your appearance.

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Sanaz Harirchian, M.D.
9230 Katy Fwy Suite 600
Houston, TX 77055
713-791-0700

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3 Popular Plastic Surgeries for Men

September 12th, 2018 Posted in Cosmetic Surgery
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Women are not the only ones who want to look their best. More and more men are choosing to seek the services of a plastic surgeon to look younger or change features for a more attractive appearance. While women are more likely to focus on their eyes or lips for cosmetic facial surgery, men have other features that they are more likely to change. Here are three popular plastic surgeries for men that want to look their best.

  1. Nose job. Rhinoplasty or the nose job has been the most popular facial plastic surgery for men for many years. Changing the shape or size of the nose can create more balance to the face, whether it is repairing an injury or changing a genetic issue.
  2. Chin enhancements. The chin and jaw is important to the masculinity of the male face. Chin implants, chin liposuction and neck lifts can all help create a chiseled, defined jaw and chin. Enhancing the chin can have a dramatic impact on the shape of the face.
  3. Hair transplants. Losing hair is a common issue amongst men and one issue that men are very self-conscious about. Hair transplants done by a plastic surgeon can replace lost hair for a more attractive and youthful appearance.

Men are also more likely to consider face lifts, cosmetic injections and other anti-aging procedures than ever before. The stigma that plastic surgery is mainly for women is now in the past, with many men enjoying the benefits of plastic surgery to look younger and more attractive. If you are interested in male plastic surgery, contact a plastic surgeon that specializes in these popular cosmetic enhancements for men.

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Beverly Hills Center for Plastic & Laser Surgery
120 South Spalding Drive #236
Beverly Hills, CA 90212
(310) 288-0641

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Injectable Cosmetics vs Plastic Surgery

September 8th, 2018 Posted in Cosmetic Surgery
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If you are considering seeking the help of a plastic surgeon to combat signs of aging, there are both surgical and non-surgical options available. Injectable cosmetics such as Botox and dermal fillers can help minimize the appearance of lines, wrinkles and other facial aging issues without surgery, while facelifts, eyelifts, browlifts and cheek enhancements are surgical options for reversing aging. To determine which options are right for you, here are a few key differences between injectables and plastic surgery.

Injectable Cosmetics

Many people would like to avoid surgery but want to look younger. Injectable cosmetics are designed to help improve the skin and minimize lines, wrinkles and effects of sagging skin with minimal downtime. Options like Botox and Dysport are used to reduce frown lines on the brow and soften crow’s feet around the eyes, while dermal fillers can help plump skin and improve collagen production. They can be used to smooth lines around the mouth, plump lips and improve the appearance of the skin, but most are temporary and must have continued use to maintain the results.

Plastic Surgery

While injectable cosmetic can shave years off the appearance of your skin, they only go skin deep. Sagging skin and tissue will have limited success with injectable; surgery may be needed to remove excess skin and to elevate skin/tissue. Deep plane facelifts and other lift procedures offer permanent changes to the facial skin and tissue, with more dramatic results for older patients.

Often injectable cosmetics are used for younger patients that are just beginning to see the effects of aging. Surgical procedures are effective for older patients that can only achieve limited results from injectables. To decide which procedures are the best options to achieve the results you desire, schedule a consultation with a plastic surgeon that offers both surgical and non-surgical options to determine the best procedures for you.

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Kalos Facial Plastic Surgery LLC
5670 Peachtree Dunwoody Road Northeast #910
Atlanta, GA 30342
(404) 936-6665

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Top 3 Reasons to Get a Tummy Tuck

September 8th, 2018 Posted in Cosmetic Surgery
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Tummy tucks offer a solution to those with sagging skin or disproportionate weight stored in the abdomen region. Obtaining a flatter, more toned stomach is usually the goal, but the reasons for seeking a tummy tuck vary. Both men and women can benefit from this surgical procedure that removes excess skin and fat from the belly. Here are three of the top reasons people seek a tummy tuck from their local plastic surgeon.

Post-Pregnancy

One of the most common reasons for a tummy tuck is loose skin due to pregnancy. Women who have had one or more pregnancy may have difficulty regaining a flat stomach if the skin and tissue does not rebound. Exercise and diet can only help lose fat and tone the muscle underneath; a tummy tuck can remove sagging skin and improve the tone of the stomach area.

Excessive Weight Loss

Both men and women who have lost significant amounts of weight may find their stomach still has excess skin. The only option to regain a flatter, tighter tummy is to remove the stretched skin and tissue. This can help flatten the abdomen and create a more flattering silhouette for those who have worked so hard to lose their excess weight.

Stubborn Abdomen Fat

For some people, the abdomen may be the only place that has excess fat that is resistant to diet and exercise. Liposuction or a tummy tuck can remove excess fat and smooth the tummy when other methods are ineffective.

If you have a tummy region that you want to flatten or excess skin you want removed, talk to an experienced plastic surgeon that offers tummy tuck procedures. It could be the best option to achieve a more svelte waistline and improve your self-confidence in your figure.

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Atlanta Plastic Surgery Specialists, P.C.
2001 Peacthree Road #630
Atlanta, GA 30309
(404) 355-3566

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3 Things to Consider Before Getting Rhinoplasty

September 8th, 2018 Posted in Cosmetic Surgery
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The “nose job” or rhinoplasty is one of the top requested facial plastic surgeries in both men and women. In 2016, the American Society of Plastic Surgeons reported 223,018 procedures performed for nose reshaping in the U.S. While it can have a dramatic impact on the appearance of many people, helping them feel more confident, it is still a major decision and there are significant factors to consider. If you are thinking about undergoing rhinoplasty, here are three things you should consider.

Shape and Size

Just because a certain size or shape of nose looks attractive on one person, that does not mean it is right for your features. You want a nose that blends with your face and looks natural. An experienced facial plastic surgeon can help you find a nose shape that will complement your best features and look natural.

Age

Rhinoplasty is not a surgery that should be performed too early in a person’s life. Many teenagers may think they want to change their nose, but often it is best to wait until adulthood before making such a drastic change to their appearance. Consider waiting at least until your late teens before considering rhinoplasty.

Qualified Plastic Surgeon

The nose is the central feature of the face. You want a plastic surgeon that specializes in facial plastic surgery and rhinoplasty for the best results. Choose a qualified, experienced facial plastic surgeon that has proven results in this specialized procedure.

Rhinoplasty can have a positive impact on your appearance and self-confidence, but you want to make sure you consider all the factors before you choose this surgery. Take the time to research the procedure and the plastic surgeon you choose to ensure you get the results you desire.

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Sanaz Harirchian, M.D.
9230 Katy Fwy Suite 600
Houston, TX 77055
713-791-0700

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How to Look Years Younger

August 7th, 2018 Posted in Cosmetic Surgery
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The fountain of youth is only a myth, or is it? More and more you see celebrities and other famous personalities that seem to have found the fountain of youth. Men and women in their fifties, sixties and older are looking better than ever. The secret most likely is not a pool of water but a talented plastic surgeon.

Years ago, when someone chose to have plastic surgery to combat age, it could be obvious. The facelift – elevating sagging skin around the midface, mouth, jaw and neck – has been used for decades, but with varying results. Older techniques could leave the patient looking “overdone” or artificial. However, the surgery options available now are subtle but effective, looking more natural.

Surgical options to help you look younger still include the facelift, but in many different variations and with improved techniques. “Mini” facelifts can be performed to only address the midface region or full facelifts can eliminate sagging throughout the face. Instead of only elevating the skin, which can appear “fake” and quickly revert, advanced facelifts elevate the muscle and tissue under the skin. This creates a more natural appearance that lasts for years longer than traditional facelifts.

Other surgical and non-surgical options to turn back the hands of time include:

  • Brow lifts
  • Eye lifts
  • Dermal fillers
  • Botox
  • Dermabrasion, chemical peels and laser therapy

Slowing the aging process is possible, especially if you have a talented plastic surgeon. Many people begin in the late thirties or early forties with non-surgical options to keep their skin and face looking youthful, choosing surgical methods once aging affects the muscles and tissue under the skin.

If you are interested in learning more about how to look years younger, make an appointment with your local plastic surgeon.

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Kami Parsa, M.D.
Oculoplastic Surgery
465 N Roxbury Dr. Suite 1011
Beverly Hills, CA 90210
(310) 777-8880

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Why Visiting a Plastic Surgeon Can Change Your Life

August 7th, 2018 Posted in Cosmetic Surgery
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Whether we like it or not, appearance matters. What you look like affects how others perceive you and how you perceive yourself. When you are unhappy with the way you look, it can impact many areas of your life. You may feel less confident in social or professional situations. If a change in your appearance can make you feel better about yourself, it can have an astounding effect your mood and outlook. Seeking the help of a plastic surgeon can change your life.

Plastic surgery is not just for vanity’s sake; it can make a deeper difference for many people. Many people have defects or injuries that make them self-conscious that can be fixed through plastic surgery. Birthmarks can be faded or removed; ear, nose or other facial deformities can be corrected. For those with congenital defects, plastic surgery can make them feel “normal” for the first time in their lives.

Even if the changes you want to make are for purely appearance’s sake, if it will help you feel more confident, it is worth the investment. Changing the shape of your nose, changing the size of your breasts or undergoing liposuction for body contouring can all have a positive impact on your confidence level. A plastic surgeon can help you determine what changes can be made for improvement and advise you against certain procedures if your expectations are realistic. Understanding what can be done and the limits to plastic surgery is important to feeling satisfied with your results.

You deserve to feel happy about what you see when you look in the mirror. If you have a problem area you would like changed, make an appointment with your local plastic surgeon to learn more about the options available.

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Sanaz Harirchian, M.D.
9230 Katy Fwy Suite 600
Houston, TX 77055
713-791-0700

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Top 3 Reasons to Visit a Plastic Surgeon

July 20th, 2018 Posted in Cosmetic Surgery
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You hear it all the time – it is what is in the inside that counts. Yes, who you are does not rely on your outward appearance. However, it is unrealistic to pretend that your outside appearance doesn’t matter – it does. It can affect how people perceive you and it can affect how you feel about yourself. Right or wrong, plastic surgery offers many benefits to people that want to change their outer beauty. If you are struggling with the idea of getting plastic surgery, here are three reasons to take that first step.

  1. Confidence. If you don’t feel confident, it is hard to pursue your dreams. Whether you want to feel confident when giving a presentation at work or want to be bold when you are out with friends, looking your best can help. If a large nose or a flat chest makes you feel self-conscious, it is hard to be confident in social or professional situations.
  2. Comfort. You should feel comfortable in your own skin. If you don’t like what you see when you look in the mirror, you are never comfortable being yourself. A small change can make a big difference in how comfortable you feel.
  3. Improved self-esteem. You can love yourself and have a low self-esteem when it comes to your appearance. You don’t need to have plastic surgery for anyone else – sometimes, it is just about what you need to feel good about yourself, not what others see or think.

When you feel confident and comfortable with high self-esteem, the world is your oyster. It doesn’t matter what you look like – these attributes come from within, but plastic surgery can help you achieve them.

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Sanaz Harirchian, M.D.
9230 Katy Fwy Suite 600
Houston, TX 77055
713-791-0700

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Why More Couples Are Getting Cosmetic Procedures Together

May 17th, 2018 Posted in Cosmetic Surgery
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Have you heard of beauty matching? This is a phrase used to describe couples that choose to have plastic surgery or cosmetic procedures together to “match” their new looks. Long gone are the days when women were primarily the only gender to improve their appearance with cosmetic procedures. Now many men care about their appearance as much as women, and want to maintain their looks, especially when their significant other is having work done.

There are two main ways that beauty matching occurs. The first can happen when one person in a couple has work done and the results are incredible. A wife gets a facelift and looks years younger, or liposuction to improve their shape – and the husband wants to also look younger or have work done to “match” their spouse’s improved appearance. The procedures are not done together, but in quick succession of each other.

The second way is less likely but is becoming more frequent. A couple decides to get plastic surgery, cosmetic injections or other treatments at the same time. Maybe they are planning on renewing their wedding vows or heading to a class reunion, which spurs them to consider cosmetic options to look younger – it is often an upcoming event that they want to look their best for that begins the conversation. More and more plastic surgeons are seeing couples come in together for a consultation and then, scheduling their procedures at the same time.

If you and your significant other have contemplated cosmetic procedures, you are not alone in pursuing improving your appearance as a couple. It can be a bonding experience, helping improve their self-confidence and relationship when done together as a couple.

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Maurice M. Khosh, MD, FACS
580 Park Avenue, Suite 1BE
New York, NY 10065
212-339-998

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Is it Safe to Remove a Birthmark?

May 17th, 2018 Posted in Cosmetic Surgery
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If a birthmark is distracting or disfiguring, it is normal to want to have it removed. Often birthmarks occur on the face or neck, making them very noticeable. While some birthmarks fade in the first few years after infancy, others remain. It is common for parents to opt to remove a birthmark from their child’s skin when they are young, but it is not always done. If you are a teen or adult and have a birthmark, you may wonder if it is safe to have it removed.

Birthmark Removal Options

There are ways to remove a birthmark, even if you are an adult. The type of birthmark will impact what type of procedure can be used. There are some types of birthmarks that could require surgical removal, which poses more risks than other options. There are also topical creams that can be used to fade some other birthmarks with little risk or cost. But the most popular option is laser treatment, used for a wide variety of birthmarks.

Laser treatments target the dark pigment and capillaries that cause birthmarks. The amount of treatments needed depends on the type, size and darkness of the birthmark. However, most strawberry or port wine birthmarks can be effectively treated with lasers and can almost eliminate their appearance. The treatment is also safe and has limited side effects and no downtime, making it a desirable choice for those who want to find a way to remove a noticeable birthmark.

If you have a birthmark you want gone, visit a plastic surgeon that offers laser treatments and other types of birthmark removal options to find the best procedure for your needs.

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Beverly Hills Center for Plastic & Laser Surgery
120 South Spalding Drive #236
Beverly Hills, CA 90212
(310) 288-0641

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