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Hey San Diego, Cosmetic Surgery on Your Mind?

Once upon a time, it seems only Hollywood stars or exceedingly wealthy, pampered egoists ever even thought about enhancing their physical appearance through cosmetic surgery – but that’s far from the case, today. Here in the 21st Century, excellent cosmetic surgery is so readily and affordably available that it’s the rare person who hasn’t considered a little nip here or tuck there to correct minor physical flaws.

You may wonder whether you’re thinking about cosmetic surgery because of a personal preference to improve some physical trait, or because social pressure is making you feel somehow inadequate. often both issues motivate the decision.

Consider the following patient stories – have you ever felt about some aspect of your body the way these people felt?

Roger, a handsome businessman, didn’t like the toll gravity and aging were taking on his body. the wrinkles and loose skin weren’t in sync with his youthful mental outlook. Like most boomers, he’s enjoying longer life expectancy and embracing an active lifestyle. Roger’s neck bothered him the most so he had a neck lift and eliminated his turkey waddle.

Cheri and Ruth are dear friends who do everything together. during one trip to the mall, they discovered that each one had her own little black dress issue. Cheri’s skirt glided perfectly over her tall, thin frame but she didn’t fill out the top the way she wanted. Ruth filled out the top just fine, but she felt the skirt was too tight over her hips and thighs. Their solution turned out to be a breast enlargement for Cheri and a tummy tuck and liposuction for Ruth. can guess how they celebrated after surgery? With another
trip to the mall, of course, to outfit their new, improved bodies.

Mary said, I haven’t worn a swim suit since thirty pounds ago. you may dread the approach of summer, too – no shorts, no bathing suits, no tank tops – which means no poolside frolics, no beach vacations, no Caribbean cruises.. the list goes on and on. Mary decided to take action. she combined dieting and liposuction to get herself in shipshape condition for a fun-filled summer.

Susan’s reaction to her high school class reunion invitation was, Ohmygod, I can’t go looking like this instead of tossing the invitation, Susan used the event as a catalyst for the facial rejuvenation surgery she’d been thinking about for years. she went to her reunion with a bounce in her step and her head held
high and looking mighty fine.

Maggie looked at pictures of herself and cringed. she saw someone who looked worried, tired and angry – none of which reflected how she really felt inside. Maggie opted for eyelid surgery to her upper and lower eyes, had her forehead treated with Botox and then declared, I’m getting a portrait taken on my sixtieth birthday.

Brian, a high school senior, came in with his mother saying that his protruding ears had bothered him for years. He had an ear pining procedure called otoplasty and went off to college feeling more confident and self-assured.

We’ve all heard that the only constant in life is change – and life changes may be why you are considering cosmetic surgery. Sally’s upcoming marriage prompted her to get the breast augmentation she’d wanted for years. Mike’s divorce motivated him to have the nose job he’d always wanted – and now his picture on an internet dating site shows him at his new best.

Eileen, like many of her thirty-something friends, was finished with pregnancies and was ready to reclaim her curvaceous past. after a tummy tuck and breast lift, she’s off to soccer games feelin’ mighty fine. her husband, Jeff, wanted to turn his own clock back. He was sick of having love handles and since exercise didn’t do the trick, he opted for liposuction.

If you can relate to any of these stories about what motivated cosmetic surgery in a handful of patients, you might be a prime candidate for a procedure, yourself. However, cosmetic surgery is a serious decision so always bear in mind important factors such as your health and general well-being, and choose a qualified, experienced, board-certified plastic surgeon to discuss your goals and options.

To find a surgeon in your area we recommend that you locate a surgeon who is a member of one of the following societies: ASPS – American Society of Plastic Surgeons or ASAPS – the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery. Surgeons in these organizations have been are board-certified in the ABMS
(American Board of Medical Specialties) member board of Plastic Surgery. this assures you, the patient, that the doctor is fully trained in plastic surgery procedures.

Cosmetic surgery tips, resources and information. Know your options before any cosmetic surgery. you can learn more about San Diego breast reduction as well as more information on everything involving cosmetic surgery by visiting La Jolla Cosmetic Surgery Centre at http://www.ljcsc.com.

Hey San Diego, Cosmetic Surgery on Your Mind?

Choosing the Best Breast Cancer Treatment? – Barrisaajed’s blog

Let’s leave aside your friend’s case – we don’t know the specifics, and it’s possible that she is among the small percentage of women for whom a lumpectomy isn’t appropriate. in general, however, doctors are supposed to fully inform breast cancer patients of all the surgical options. Unfortunately, it appears this isn’t happening as often as it should. a study published in the January, 2012, issue of the Journal of the American College of Surgeons found that fewer than half of the breast cancer patients contacted by the researchers said that their surgeons had asked them about their personal preference for lumpectomy or mastectomy prior to the surgery.

Researchers at the University of North Carolina contacted 746 women who had surgery for stage one or stage two breast cancer at four prestigious medical centers: two in Boston, one in San Francisco and one in North Carolina. they found that only 56 percent of the women who responded to the survey were aware that survival rates are the same with lumpectomy and mastectomy. Even fewer of the women (46 percent) knew that the local recurrence rate for breast cancer is higher after lumpectomy than after mastectomy.

Some of the women who responded to the survey indicated that they preferred mastectomy but reported that their doctors tended to discuss the advantages of lumpectomy; many of the women didn’t remember being asked which treatment they preferred.

Beyond the choice of surgery, several studies have shown that many women are not adequately informed – or informed at all – about breast reconstruction following mastectomy, a procedure that has positive cosmetic and emotional effects. a study presented at the December, 2011, San Antonio Breast Cancer Symposium showed that fewer than one in four women with insurance has breast reconstruction immediately after a mastectomy. The researchers found that although the use of immediate reconstruction has increased over the past decade, rates remain low. More than 100,000 insured women with breast cancer were included in the 10-year study.

Earlier research has shown that only one third of women undergoing operations for breast cancer reported that their surgeons had discussed reconstruction with them. in addition, in 2008, the new York Times reported that plastic surgeons often fail to tell patients about new and better reconstructive procedures, perhaps because the surgeons aren’t trained in the newer methods or because some of these surgeries are less profitable for doctors and hospitals. Health insurance companies are required by federal law to cover breast reconstruction surgery following mastectomy.

If doctors aren’t routinely providing enough information, women are going to have to ask the right questions, but that’s a lot to expect of anyone under the stress of a breast cancer diagnosis.

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Choosing the Best Breast Cancer Treatment? – Barrisaajed’s blog

Scar revision surgery

  • Tuesday August 22, 2006 | Posted in: Plastic Surgery Procedures

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    Scars are the last things that we want to have on our bodies. unfortunately, scratches, wounds, and cuts are inevitable companions. They can strike at times we least expect them. And the result; Unsightly scars that vary on size, shape and degree of nastiness.

    If the scar can be hidden by clothing and accessories, it shouldn’t be a bother. however, if the scars are very prominent and unsightly, you might as well think of doing something about it. But then again, it depends on personal preference. if you are the type who cringe at the sight of scars on your skin then perhaps, scar revision surgery is just what you need.

    For keloid scars, the treatment involves injecting a steroid medication directly into the scar tissue. this will reduce redness, itching and burning and in some cases, this will also cause the scar to shrink. if steroid treatment is insufficient, the scar tissue can be cut out and the wound closed with stitches.

    For hypertrophic scars, those that came about because of incisions and wounds can be improved surgically. Excess scar tissue will be removed and the incision is reposition so that it heals in a less visible pattern.

    For contractions, those that are formed due to burns and other injuries, cutting out the scar and a flap replacement is necessary. In some cases, a procedure known as Z-plasty is also employed. Z-plasty closes the incision with a Z-shaped line of sutures making the scar look thinner and less visible.

    The patient has to be aware of the fact that no scar can be removed completely. Scar revision surgery only improves the appearance of the scar. Thus, anybody interested to undergo scar revision surgery must discuss the matter along with other issues such as complications and risks, with a board-certified plastic surgeon.

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