Plastic Surgery Educational Guides

What To Expect From Tummy Tuck Surgery Results

Recovery time after tummy tuck varies by individual, and depends on the extent of the surgery, whether you have a complete tummy tuck, mini tummy tuck or endoscopic tummy tuck. Make sure to set realistic expectations for recovery so you do not become disappointed by some that are not realistic. You will want to carefully follow your surgeons post-tummy tuck instructions and you will be on your way to a healthy and faster recovery. These instructions will be based on a number of individual factors, such as the extent of your tummy tuck, personal habits, and current medications. Your tummy tuck results are greatly affected by your plastic surgeon’s qualifications and experience. It is therefore important to find a first-class plastic surgeon. Read the rest of this entry »

Different Types Of Nonsurgical Facelift Procedures

A facelift, which is also known as a rhytidectomy, is a cosmetic surgery procedure that is aimed at giving the patient a much more youthful appearance by improving signs of aging in the neck and face. This procedure has become more popular due to our increasing technology and medical advancements, but still tends to be an expensive procedure. Many patients are trying to regain their youthful appearance through alternative non-surgical face lifts, because these procedures cost less money and time than is typically associated with a surgical face lift. Some of these non-surgical procedures include the laser facelift, thermage, and the microcurrent facelift. All of these procedures boast the advantages of being rather simple, extremely efficient, and relatively pain-free. Read the rest of this entry »

What Is A Thermage Treatment And How Does It Work?

A popular non-surgical procedure used for anti-aging is known as thermage, which is mainly used to reduce skin laxity and wrinkles on the face. Thermage uses radio waves to heat the structural protein located in the deep layers of the skin better known as collagen. The heat helps to build and contract collagen, which in turn makes the skin appear to be much tighter and better looking. These pulses usually take around two to seven seconds and can require 400-600 pulses to achieve the best result. Thermage treatment is extremely effective in removing wrinkles while being rather affordable at the same time. Read the rest of this entry »

What Is The Best Tummy Tuck Diet To Follow Post-surgery?

A tummy tuck, also known as an abdominoplasty, is a major cosmetic plastic surgery that flattens your abdomen by removing extra fat and skin, while also tightening muscles in your abdominal wall. This surgery is especially popular with mothers who’ve had their body stretched out after one or more pregnancies, and it’s often used by those who have had massive weight losses through a gastric bypass procedure or stringent dieting. Read the rest of this entry »

Abdominoplasty Surgery Alternatives

A tummy tuck, also known as an abdominoplasty, is a major cosmetic plastic surgery that flattens your abdomen by removing extra fat and skin, while also tightening muscles in your abdominal wall. Tummy tucks require a surgeon to cut open the skin of your abdomen from hipbone to hipbone and although it can be camouflaged, the incision does leave a permanent scar. While this may sound like the perfect solution to that belly that just will not respond to diet or exercise, it is important to be informed about the drawbacks of the surgery and possible alternatives. Tummy tucks are a great way to remove unwanted fat that is resistant to exercise and diet, and to tighten abdominal muscles, although it is not always the best option. There are other procedures that accommodate those whose have had major weight loss or weight loss surgery and have excess skin, including procedures that are not as complicated.

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