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Facial Plastic Surgery and Facial Rejuvenation

Posted on Dec. 18, 2005 at 6:47 PM - 2 Comments - Post Comment - Link

Facial Plastic Surgery and Facial Rejuvenation

Facial Plastic Surgery Procedures

Facelift   Midface Lift   Eyelid Lift   Browlift   Necklift

Fat Transfer   Lip Augmentation   Facial Implants   Laser Resurfacing   Chemical Peels

Cosmetic Surgery Gone Wrong

Posted on Dec. 17, 2005 at 11:42 AM - 1 Comments - Post Comment - Link

Every year thousands of people have cosmetic surgery. Most are seeking to correct imperfections or update their looks. Unfortunately, some things don't always go as planned and we are seeing an increasing number of problems associated with these procedures.


After a breast-reduction operation, Eliza was in constant pain due to a gaping hole inside her left breast. She suffered what is called "wound breakdown". The area had to be dressed daily and took five months to heal. She has managed to recover, but is physically and emotionally scarred by the experience.

Plastic surgeon, Dr Darryl Hodgkinson, says he spends nearly 70% of his time operating on patients who are dissatisfied with previous cosmetic surgery. Sometimes unskilled surgeons are to blame. It is often assumed that these operations are very simple when in fact they're actually exceptionally complicated.

Phrases like "lunchtime lift" and promises of "no bruising" and "no swelling" can also be unrealistic. Operations involve bruising, time off work and healing. There is a lot of commitment the patient needs to make in order to get good results.

Lawyer Kathryn Booth knows all about the risks. She acts on behalf of patients who've had things go wrong - like one woman who ended up with serious burns after a laser resurfacing procedure. She says that at the end of the day it is the doctor's duty to ensure the patient understands the risks of all procedures.

So how do you know who's the best surgeon for you? Some suggestions:
* Ask how many years of experience your doctor has.
* Ask about the doctor's qualifications and training.
* Find out how many cases the doctor does every year.
* Ask to look at before and after pictures of their work (more than 1).
* Talk to other patients who've had the same surgery.
* Look to organisations such as the Australian Society of Plastic Surgeons and the Australian Society of Cosmetic Laser Surgeons for advice.
* Determine what sort of cover you have or should have.

Before doing plastic surgery

Posted on Dec. 16, 2005 at 11:29 AM - 0 Comments - Post Comment - Link

Everyone has something about themselves that they don't like, whether it's their profile, their body shape or their chest size. Some people just grudgingly accept what they have, while others strive to be the best person that they can be. If you are one of these people, who will not accept looking like second best, you might be the perfect candidate for plastic surgery.

If you have been considering plastic surgery but haven't known where to turn for advice and information this site can help you with everything you need. We can even assist you in locating a professional in your area who can address your concerns whether you are looking for a tummy tuck, rhinoplasty, liposuction or breast enlargement or breast enhancement.

You no longer have to look in the mirror at bags, sags, flab and imperfections and just grin and bear it. A plastic surgeon can help you to achieve the type of body you've always dreamed about whether you need lipo, a nose job, a face lift, breast lift or breast implants.

Don't let your flaws define who you are. The power to sculpt and refine your body is at your fingertips so go ahead take the first step in transforming your look and your self-esteem

Breast implants

Posted on Dec. 15, 2005 at 11:32 AM - 4 Comments - Post Comment - Link

       One of the biggest issues that people struggle with relate to their bodies. Whether you think this is great or horrible, the truth is that the way a person looks has a great effect on their lives. First impressions are often made by a person's perception of how another person looks. Although this can lead to unfortunate results, more important is the effect that a person's physical appearance has on that individual. Self-esteem issues are often caused by a person's negative impression of their bodies. Of course, many individuals derive confidence based on their physical appearance. As a result, gym membership rates have skyrocketed and diet crazes have swept through the nation to meet the demands of the public to find ways to improve their physical appearance.

However, many facets of a person's physical appearance are difficult to change. Additionally, working out and embarking on diets often do not produce the changes that a person wants for their body. As a result, one popular method of affecting positive change in a person's physical appearance resides in plastic surgery. The plastic surgery industry has become increasingly popular over the last two decades and innovations within this field has ensured that plastic surgery techniques are now safer, faster, and more efficient than ever before.

One of the most popular plastic surgery techniques is breast augmentation. Known within the medical world as augmentation mammoplasty, breast augmentation refers to a surgical procedure in which the size and shape of a person's breast tissue are enhanced through the implementation of breast implants. This surgical technique is over a century years old and was the second most popular cosmetic surgical procedure in 2003. According to the 2003 cosmetic surgery statistics report compiled by the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS) a total of 280,401 Americans obtain breast augmentation surgery in 2003, a total that was up 12 percent from 2002.

There are many reasons why breast augmentations appeal to people. Many feel that it best solution to correct a disproportionate look within their bodies. Others find that it is the best way to return to the same look that they had at an earlier time. Whatever reasons a person may have in being interested in breast augmentation surgery, it is important that they keep this in mind: breast augmentation surgery is not designed to completely change a person's life. By enhancing a person's appearance, breast augmentations will produce a number of positive effects. However, individuals that are interested in breast augmentation treatment with the expectation that their self-confidence will skyrocket and that strangers will suddenly treat them like royalty should understand that this is not the purpose of breast augmentation surgery.

Breast augmentation treatment is designed to enhance the appearance of individuals who understand that they are attractive already. By entering this treatment with the right attitude, breast augmentation will be one of the best things that a person can do.

Botos

Posted on Dec. 12, 2005 at 11:38 AM - 5 Comments - Post Comment - Link

Often described by clients and medical practitioners alike as the new "fountain of youth," BOTOX® is the brand name for Botulinum Toxin Type A. It is a protein complex produced by the bacterium "clostridium botulinum," the same bacterium that causes the form of food poisoning known as botulism. BOTOX®, however, is a purified form of this bacterium and was developed by dermatologists in 1980 to treat muscle disorders such as uncontrolled blinking and was later put to cosmetic uses for the first time in 1987.

Nowadays, BOTOX® is being used primarily to treat so-called frown lines, crows feet, turkey neck, and other wrinkles and fine lines that tend to accumulate over time and are the result of years of squinting and frowning. Such wrinkles, unfortunately, aside from being tell-tale signs of aging, also have the tendency to make one appear tired, angry, or sad even when one may not be feeling this way at any given moment. On the other hand, since these lines are the result of muscle contraction, they can be mended by rendering the muscle under the skin weak or inactive. BOTOX® works on wrinkles by doing exactly that and results are seen just a few days following the procedure. This process then allows the skin to return to its natural position without the unnecessary strain of the muscles and unpleasant appearance of wrinkles.

Presently, and for good reason, BOTOX® treatments are the fastest-growing sector of the cosmetic surgery industry. More and more people are turning to BOTOX® for a safe and effective alternative to actual plastic surgery. Botulinum Toxin Type A has been approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). When injected, in small doses, into muscles just below the surface of the skin, BOTOX® works to bind to the nerve endings and block the release of a chemical known as acetylcholine. Acetylcholine is the very chemical that "tells" the muscle when to contract. Therefore, when acetylcholine is blocked, the muscle does not contract and remains relaxed. Since the muscle is relaxed, the skin above the muscle also remains relaxed, flat, and smooth. This smooth surface lasts roughly three to four months before the muscle recovers some of its original strength and begins to contract again. The patient will notice as well that even though the muscle has begun to work again, that the lines that return are not as deep as they originally were. Moreover, new lines will not be formed either. Also, due to BOTOX®'s fast-acting nature, optimal results can be seen a mere week after injection.