1:45am, Wed 15 Aug 2012 Plastic surgery rules rethink Last updated Wed 15 Aug 2012
We are delighted that the review is now under way.
We would very much like the review to look at the issue of advertising of cosmetic surgery that is widely used to prey on the vulnerability of patients who seek cosmetic surgery for psychological reasons.
If an outright ban is not achievable, then a new strict code of advertising is badly needed to protect patients.
– Fazel Fatah, president of the British Association of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons (BAAPS)
Everybody has been asking for something like this for the past 30 years.
There has to be a fundamental sea change in the marketing of cosmetic surgery and non-surgical aesthetics in our country.
At the moment, it's treated like a bit of a game and it shouldn't be like that. I've every faith the review will do a good job.
– James Frame, professor of aesthetic plastic surgery at Anglia Ruskin University
Cosmetic surgery does not come cheap. it usually will cost thousands of dollars and is generally not covered by health insurance policies. despite this, it is very popular and millions of cosmetic procedures are done each year. People are willing to pay a price to improve their appearance and gain more self confidence in themselves. Cosmetic surgery prices can vary a lot, depending on various factors such as the type of surgical procedure that is performed, the individual surgeon fee, the size, health and age of the person having the procedure done, the geographical location where the surgery will take place, and a number of other factors.
Just to give you an idea of how much cosmetic surgery can cost. the American Society For Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS) reports that the average cost in 2008 for tummy tucks was $5,470, for eyelid surgery was $2,921, for breast augmentation $3,603-$3,885, for liposuction $2,874-$2,933 and for laser hair removal $326. these are the prices for the surgeons fees. There could be other fees that run several thousand dollars more including facilities fees and the fee for the anesthesiologist.
Another thing to note is some procedures like laser hair removal or liposuction may require multiple procedures in order for it to be effective and give you the results you want. because cosmetic surgery prices are so high, you will of course want to save money in any way you can. one way of doing this might be to consider having surgery in a different location than where you live if you happen to be in an expensive area.
Another way of coping with the high costs of cosmetic surgery is that surgeons will often offer payment plans and there is also different types of financing available for cosmetic surgery. Whatever your final decision is, just make sure that the cosmetic surgeon you choose is experienced and has a good reputation for delivering good results so that the money you do spend is well spent.
LAGUNA BEACH, CA — (Marketwire) — 07/12/12 — according to the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS), male plastic surgery procedures are increasing in the U.S. the latest ASAPS study shows nearly 800,000 procedures for men were performed in 2011, with liposuction, rhinoplasty, and eyelid surgery representing the three most common procedures. Board-certified plastic surgeon Dan Mills, MD says male plastic surgery has been on the rise as well at his practice, the Aesthetic Plastic Surgical Institute; however, he adds that the list of top procedures for men differs slightly in Orange County.
Dr. Mills says the most popular plastic surgery procedure for men at his practice is eyelid surgery, followed by liposuction and gynecomastia, or male breast reduction. while the total number of procedures performed in the U.S. has steadily risen and may account for some of this increase, Dr. Mills cites the same ASAPS study and points to an overall increase in approval of cosmetic enhancement in the U.S.
Historically, the Orange County plastic surgeon says male plastic surgery has represented roughly 10-15% of the total procedures performed at his practice. However, with the recent increase, male procedures now represent closer to 20%. “Men are no longer willing to ‘age gracefully,’ particularly now that we have less invasive treatments that do not require a lot of down time and have a more subtle result. the job market is also more competitive than it used to be, and first impressions are important. Appearance for men seems to be a more important factor than it used to be in the workplace.”
Regardless of whether his male patients are considering eyelid surgery, liposuction, or a non-surgical procedure such as BOTOX® Cosmetic, Dr. Mills says he stresses the importance of consulting with a board-certified plastic surgeon before undergoing any treatment. he adds that the experience and techniques gained in the certification process with the American Board of Plastic Surgery is essential to providing the safest and most effective procedures when a patient is considering an aesthetic change of this caliber.
After earning his medical degree from the Loma Linda University School of Medicine, Dr. Dan Mills completed an internship in general surgery, as well as his general surgery requirements for residency in plastic surgery at Wright University. he then completed his residency in Plastic Surgery at the Medical College of Ohio. Dr. Mills is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons, and a member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons and the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery. he is a frequent presenter and lecturer at a number of national and international plastic surgery meetings, and continuously pursues the latest advancements and techniques in the industry.
The Aesthetic Plastic Surgical Institute is located at 31852 Pacific Coast Hwy., Ste. 401, Laguna Beach, CA 92651, and can be reached at (949) 234-6552. Dr. Mills and his team can also be found online at danmillsmd.com, orangecountybreast.com, and their Laguna Beach Plastic Surgery Facebook page.
In 1984, actress Jeanne Cooper, who played Katherine Chancellor on The Young & the Restless, decided to undergo a facelift. When actresses get plastic surgery, they frequently try to keep it quiet, but not Cooper. instead, she approached the higher-ups at her show and proposed that her character Katherine Chancellor undergo a facelift, and that the surgery be performed on-screen. The show agreed, cementing Cooper’s place in history as the actress who brought the facelift procedure into the mainstream.
Facelifts haven’t changed much since then
The facelift is one of the most longstanding aesthetic plastic surgery procedures in existence, likely because it is such a straightforward, effective process.
Over the years, the skin of the face begins to lose its tightness and starts to sag. The sagging is what causes wrinkles. During a facelift, the plastic surgeon performs incisions around the face, placed at the hairline to disguise any scarring that occurs. The surgeon then re-drapes the facial skin so that excess sagging can be removed, and after removal, stitches the newly tightened facial skin back into place.
Patients may undergo a full facelift, involving incisions at both sides of the face and under the chin, or they may opt for limited incision facelifts, where smaller cuts around the ears and eye area are used for selective skin tightening.
This process of making incisions, tightening the skin, and applying sutures to create the newer, rejuvenated face is the procedure soap opera fans saw Jeanne Cooper undergo in 1984, and it’s the same one facial plastic surgeons perform today.
Find a skilled facial plastic surgeon
Although the process itself is very straightforward, achieving successful results from a facelift requires a skilled hand. In some ways it is as simple as tightening the skin, but in other ways it is far more complex.
Everyone has seen at least one person -be it an actress or an acquaintance- who clearly had a facelift performed by someone unskilled. The face looks stretched too tight. The eyebrows arch up in permanent surprise, while the check bones look like that are about to pop out. this isn’t the usual expected result of a facelift, but the result of a facelift gone bad.
A skilled facial plastic surgeon understands that re-draping is a necessary part of the surgical process. The skin must be pulled tight, yes, but it must also be contoured on the patient’s face in a way that looks natural. otherwise the fact that the patient has undergone a facelift is quite obvious -and not in a good way.
If you are thinking about having a facelift, make sure to locate a facial plastic surgeon who can show you before and after photos of previous patients. this is the best way to determine whether the surgeon knows the difference between just pulling the skin tight and actually re-draping it for an attractive result.
After you’ve found your preferred provider, be sure to follow all medical advice. with the right facial plastic surgeon and proper post-surgical care, you can easily restore and rejuvenate your appearance with a facelift.
Dr. David Genecov joined the Neal Richards Group at its inception as a founder. He currently serves as a managing partner in the area of medical project development. Previously he was the developer and director of the Center for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery’s outpatient ambulatory surgery center in Dallas.
Dr. Genecov received his undergraduate degree from the University of Texas in Austin in 1985. he continued his education at the University of Texas Health Science Center in San Antonio, receiving his M.D. in 1990. Dr. Genecov’s surgical training includes residencies in general surgery, plastic surgery and a fellowship in craniomaxillofacial surgery at The International Craniofacial Institute in Dallas, Texas. He is currently the Director of the International Craniofacial Center, now housed at Forest Park Medical Center – Dallas. He continues his background in research and teaching as an adjunct associate professor at Baylor College of Dentistry at Texas A & M Health Science Center, Dallas.
Dr. Genecov is founding and managing partner of Forest Park Medical Center in Dallas, where he remains on the governing board. Dr. Genecov participates in the development, syndication and recruitment of the current Forest Park projects throughout Texas.
Experienced in entrepreneurial business development, Dr. Genecov is the founding partner and developer of BioLife Cell Bank, LLC (a cutting edge stem cell and adipose tissue cryogenic storage facility), Skin Within Services, LLC (an international skincare manufacturer and sales company) and Synergy Surgical (surgical distribution services).
Dr. Genecov also serves on the Board of Trustees at St. Mark’s School of Texas.
Lifestyle Lift, the self-proclaimed largest group of facial plastic surgeons in the country, is currently under investigation by the State of Florida. although the popular infomercial advertisement promises less invasive and less expensive face lifts, patient experiences have not been as satisfying. Many of the 68 patients that filed complaints over the past two years with Florida’s Attorney General’s office have expressed their displeasure and are accusing the company of deceptive trade practices. in fact, many of them went under the knife with no noticeable changes at all.
“Patient goals are very important to us at our practice,” says Dr. Eichenberg of Renuance Cosmetic Surgery Center. “We work closely to identify each patient’s unique goals and plan a surgery that addresses them directly to ensure the best results.”
This investigation echoes what the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery has been working hard to convey to prospective surgery patients: in order to get the results, you should work with a board certified plastic surgeon with a solid reputation in the field. Procedures are at an all time low across the board because of advancements in science and technology so you should take advantage of this time.
“Aside from slight variations in price, generally all prospective patients pay the same amount for comparable procedures,” says Dr. Eichenberg. “If you’re concerned about the price, it is better to consider payment plans than to choose a surgeon offering a deceivingly low price.”
Although the investigation found that some patients did leave Lifestyle Lift happy with their results, it’s disturbing when so many people come forward with complaints. To ensure that you are working with an skilled surgeon in cosmetic surgery, Riverside women can come to Dr. Eichenberg of Renuance Cosmetic Surgery Center, or visit http://www.renuance.net/cosmetic-surgery-riverside-directions.html to learn more about your options with a board certified, credentialed surgeon.
3dMD, a pioneer in 3-D technology for healthcare, today launched its DSP800 device, the first 3-dimensional torso imager, for the upcoming Aesthetic Meeting 2001 being hosted by the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery and the Aesthetic Surgery Education and Research Foundation in New York (May 3-9, 2001).
3dMD’s DSP800 will function as a tool for plastic surgeons helping them to communicate visually in a 3-dimensional environment with breast cancer survivors, women with asymmetrical breasts, men with gynecomastia and women deciding on whether cosmetic surgery is right for them. in addition, the DSP800 device will, for the first time ever, provide the plastic surgeon with surface and volume measurement data needed for the actual cosmetic and/or reconstructive breast procedure.
“With current breast surgery consultations, plastic surgeons ask patients to provide them with photos of what they want, measure their breasts with a tape measure and make educated judgments with their eyes, hands and experience,” stated Dr. Scott Newman, a New York-based plastic surgeon and 3dMD’s medical advisor. “Now with 3dMD’s DSP800 3-D torso imager, plastic surgeons are able to give women a better understanding of how their bodies look and could possibly look post-surgery, educating them about their procedure in a way never before possible.”
“as a doctor, I want to do everything I can for my patients. With 3dMD’s new technology, I am able to offer my patients the advantages of a 3-dimensional image that not only helps me communicate visually with patients, but gives me the pre-operative tools I need to measure surface distance and assess breast volume,” stated Dr. Ronald Downs, an Indiana-based plastic surgeon.
“our 3-D image capture device represents the future of healthcare, where all patients will have a 3-D representation of themselves in their electronic patient record,” says Chris Lane, CEO of 3dMD. “our 3-D surface image, when registered with other 3-D images such as CAT Scan, MRI and PET, could provide physicians with the most comprehensive 3-D image available. This will be invaluable for diagnosis and treatment. Finally, the ability exists for examining the patient from the outside in using a digital, measurable and electronically transmittable technology.”
A non-invasive device, 3dMD’s DSP800 is designed to project a random light pattern on the patient and capture her or him with precisely synchronized digital cameras set at various angles in an optimum configuration. the 3-D surface geometry and surface texture of the patient are acquired simultaneously and through sophisticated mathematical calculations a medically accurate image is obtained digitally in 3-dimensions. 3dMD’s breast analysis software then utilizes the patient’s 3-D data set to help the physician 1) communicate outcome possibilities to the patient by morphing the breast size to view the effects of enlargement or reduction and 2) make better decisions by providing breast surface and volume measurement.
3dMD markets its medical imaging products worldwide to universities and research hospitals, private practices, and clinics for commercial and research purposes. Some clients include University of Tubingen, Bradford Royal Infirmary, Southampton General, Chelsea & Westminster, Dr. Dale Bloomquist, Cranial Technologies, and the Centre, P.C.
Many patients opt to undergo rhinoplasty (cosmetic nasal surgery) to achieve a more natural-looking appearance of the nose. In fact, rhinoplasty is one of the most frequently performed cosmetic procedures today. But what happens when rhinoplasty goes wrong? Revision rhinoplasty, or a do-over, can correct problems resulting from prior rhinoplasty procedures. It can reshape and/or restore the altered nasal framework, to improve facial harmony and draw attention away from the nose.
Recent statistics from the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery indicate that approximately 150,000 rhinoplasties are performed each year in the U.S. According to the American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, there are around 40,000 do-overs on an annual basis.
Why so many? Two of the main reasons patients undergo revision rhinoplasty are aesthetic (they’re dissatisfied with the way the nose looks), or functional (their breathing is affected by the surgery.) these two problems commonly go hand-in-hand, because the size and shape of the nose is closely related to its functional ability.
With revision rhinoplasty, surgeons refine the size and shape of the nose with one of two approaches: the endonasal (closed) approach or the external (open) approach.
With the closed approach, all of the incisions are made on the inside of the nose, and the surgeon manipulates the nasal framework from within. the open approach involves a very small, 3-millimeters-long incision on the bottom of the nose, between the skin of the nostrils. the incision is made so that it is unnoticeable. the open approach can allow the surgeon to better visualize the procedure and enhanced access to the nasal framework. the approach utilized should vary based which one can give the best possible result.
During revision rhinoplasty, the nose’s underlying cartilage and bone is sculpted. Frequently, cartilage grafts are used to re-build and re-enforce an over-operated nose, which is the result of removing too much cartilage. In many cases, cartilage is harvested from the septum, eliminating the need for any other incisions. when the septum is unavailable, cartilage can be taken from the inside of the ear. In the most severe cases, a small portion of rib cartilage can be harvested to reconstruct the nose.
Other procedures such as a chin augmentation can be combined with revision rhinoplasty to achieve further facial enhancement.
On average, the revision rhinoplasty procedure lasts between 1 to three hours. It can be performed in an outpatient facility or hospital. Most patients go home comfortably after the procedure, and return to work after one week. Most resume full activities after 10 days. Activities which risk bumping or traumatizing the nose should be limited for four to six weeks.
Most patients feel remarkably well immediately after the procedure, and have minimal pain. This can be alleviated with a mild narcotic. In some cases, bruising around the eyes may occur, which can be camouflaged.
Given the unpredictability of the nose and the fluctuating nature of the procedure, many plastic surgeons feel that revision rhinoplasty is best left to the few who specialize in it. every case is different. Therefore, it’s important to work with a highly qualified, experienced, and specialized physician when considering revision rhinoplasty, or any other plastic surgery procedure.
My, how we love Top ten lists: The Top ten movies, Top ten songs, Top ten books and yes, the Top ten Cosmetic Procedures. Since 1997 the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS) has taken an annual survey of cosmetic surgeons to find out about trends in cosmetic procedures. Among other questions, the survey asks about the number of various procedures performed by plastic surgery doctors. now the results of the 15th annual ASAPS survey have been released, and here’s the Top ten list of cosmetic procedures for 2011– both plastic surgery procedures like facelifts and liposuction, and non-invasive procedures like Botox injections, laser treatments, and other so-called non-surgical facelifts.
The top five surgical cosmetic surgery procedures in descending order were: liposuction (325,332 procedures); breast augmentation(316,848 procedures); abdominoplasty, or tummy tucks (149,000 procedures); eyelid surgery (147,540 procedures) and breast lift (127,054 procedures).
The top five minimally invasive aesthetic procedures of 2011 were: Botulinum Toxin Type A – that is, Botox and Dysport – injections (2,619,739 procedures); Hyaluronic acid treatments (1,206,186 procedures): laser hair removal (919,802 procedures); and IPL laser treatments (439,161 procedures).
Just like the list of the Top ten box office hits, these results can tell us quite a bit about our shared values, changing attitudes toward cosmetic treatments, and much more. For example, the survey shows that demand for cosmetic procedures continues to grow – even as the list of the most popular procedures remains fairly constant. The results of this national survey are mirrored by the preferences we see in our clients here at the Peer Group in northern New Jersey. It’s important to note that this survey is based on the responses of plastic surgeons. Cosmetic procedures are available from a variety of providers, but we recommend seeking treatment only from a qualified cosmetic plastic surgeon. These procedures require skill and training that our experts possess. There’s more to be learned by looking behind these numbers of the Top ten lists, and we’ll dig into them in a future blog. in the meantime, if you have questions about advanced procedures in cosmetic medicine, we invite you to contact our team of plastic surgeons at the Peer Group in Florham Park, New Jersey.
Move over, America: There are other countries with rising cosmetic surgery demands!
While the U.S. is known for being beauty-obsessed, many might be surprised that it does not hold the top spot for most cosmetic surgeries in a year. According to the International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, data from 2010 says South Korea is the winner.
“The International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery has worked hard to share best practices,” said Dr. Julius few, director of the few Institute for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, in an interview with ABC News. “this educational initiative combined with wider acceptance abroad has led to an increased acceptance in some cultures over others.”
South Korea’s capital of Seoul has about one in five women who choose to have cosmetic surgery, according to the data. The most popular procedures deal with the eyes, because the women desire “Western-looking eyes.” this includes eyelid surgery, brow lifts and Botox injections.
Italy is another popular country for cosmetic surgery. Italian women are wild about Botox and liposuction, mostly, as there were 815,745 procedures completed in 2010.
South American countries like Colombia and Brazil are hot for cosmetic surgery. this isn’t a grand surprise for Brazil, a country obsessed with looking good and not thinking twice about going under the knife. Cosmetic surgery has become so popular there; the government has gotten involved by making cosmetic surgery procedures deductable from income tax, including all procedures since 2004. It is believed that since cosmetic surgery is in such high demand, the extra income will outweigh money lost to deductions.
Colombia is getting more and more popular as a cosmetic tourism destination. Usually, procedures will be cheaper in Colombia, but it may also be unsafe in certain areas. It is advised that if cosmetic tourism becomes an option, thorough research should be performed to ensure the chosen doctor has a spotless record.
Other hot cosmetic surgery-loving countries are Greece and Taiwan.
1:45am, Wed 15 Aug 2012 Plastic surgery rules rethink Last updated Wed 15 Aug 2012
Lifestyle Lift, the self-proclaimed largest group of facial plastic surgeons in the country, is currently under investigation by the State of Florida. although the popular infomercial advertisement promises less invasive and less expensive face lifts, patient experiences have not been as satisfying. Many of the 68 patients that filed complaints over the past two years with Florida’s Attorney General’s office have expressed their displeasure and are accusing the company of deceptive trade practices. in fact, many of them went under the knife with no noticeable changes at all.
