Mommy Makeover
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BOTOX® Cosmetic
Posted October 31, 2014 in
BOTOX® Cosmetic has become so synonymous with the portrayal of Plastic Surgery in the media that many people are confused about how, where and indeed why it is used. In this entry, I shall try to clear up the confusion. Both BOTOX® Cosmetic (onabotulinumtoxinA) and its major competitor, Dysport® (abobotulinumtoxinA), are derivatives of Botulinum Toxin A, a […]
Read MoreSkin Cancer
Posted October 30, 2014 in
Treatment of Skin Cancer The three important types of skin cancer (carcinoma) are: Basal cell carcinoma Squamous cell carcinoma Malignant melanoma All are related to long-term sun exposure and repeated sunbathing. People with fair complexions are particularly prone to develop them because they lack the protective effects of skin pigment. Basal cell carcinomas (BCCs) are […]
Read MoreScar Revision
Posted October 30, 2014 in
Scar Revision in Palos Verdes, CA Injuries that penetrate the full thickness of the skin will always produce scars. The appearance of scars depends on a number of factors, including time from injury, anatomical position, healing process, suture technique, patient age, and genetic predisposition. It is common for people to think that if they have […]
Read MoreArm Lift
Posted October 30, 2014 in
Arm lifts are aimed at reducing the hanging fold of skin in the upper arm after an individual undergoes a significant weight loss. The excess of skin is occasionally referred to as a ‘bat-wing’ deformity. Occasionally it is present to some degree in the middle years of life even when the patient has not had […]
Read MoreBrazilian Butt Lift in Los Angeles
Posted October 30, 2014 in
Buttock augmentation has long been a goal of women with flat derrieres. Some surgeons treat the condition with silicone-filled implants, but this approach has potential dangers, specifically infection, rupture, displacement, extrusion, and hardening. Some unlicensed practitioners – both in this country and abroad – carry out direct liquid silicone injections. This is illegal, extremely dangerous and should be […]
Read MoreBody Contouring
Posted October 30, 2014 in
The term: ‘body contouring’ gives the impression of the human body as a lump of clay that the ‘artistic’ plastic surgeon sculpts it into a work of fine art – like Michelangelo’s David, perhaps. Very few plastic surgeons are artists in the generally accepted meaning of the word – despite self-indulgent posturing, marketing hype and […]
Read MoreRhinoplasty Revision in Los Angeles
Posted October 30, 2014 in
Secondary Rhinoplasty in Los Angeles Secondary rhinoplasty or ‘revision’ rhinoplasty is indicated when the results of the original rhinoplasty are unsatisfactory. Rhinoplasty is a difficult procedure both to learn and teach. The visibility is poor for the student, while the anatomy – always delicate and complex – is difficult for the surgeon to display. Furthermore, […]
Read MoreSetback Otoplasty (Ear Setback)
Posted October 30, 2014 in
Ear Setback Surgery Setback otoplasty is the surgical setback of outstanding, protruding, prominent or bat ears. Nowadays, this surgery may be avoided by taping the child’s ears in infancy. Unfortunately, after six months of age this treatment is ineffective. Indeed, there are many children, teens and even adults who still suffer from prominent ears and […]
Read MoreCleft Lip and Palate
Posted October 30, 2014 in
Cleft Lip and Palate Surgeries Cleft lip, cleft palate or a combination of them occurs in one in 700 live births. A cleft is a fissure, opening or gap and is a developmental abnormality with some genetic predisposition. It is probably true to say that only in the third world would a cleft lip go […]
Read MoreFacial Reanimation (Smile Surgery)
Posted October 30, 2014 in
Smile Surgery (Facial Reanimation) in Palos Verdes Facial paralysis is a severe functional and aesthetic disability. Simply put, the facial nerves on one side of the face are put out of action. Those who suffer from it are generally familiar with this description as well as the topic of facial reanimation. Facial Paralysis Can Be […]
Read MoreRhinoplasty
Posted October 30, 2014 in
Rhinoplasty Surgery to change the shape of the nose for aesthetic reasons has been performed routinely for almost 100 years. Presently it is one of the most popular aesthetic surgery procedures in the United States. Although most of the patients are young, there are no contraindications based on age. Unlike many aesthetic procedures, rhinoplasty is […]
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