The American Society of Plastic Surgeons has launched a safety campaign to educate patients on the importance of selecting a board certified plastic surgeon when undergoing any cosmetic procedure.
Currently, only four states regulate a doctor’s advertising with respect to their training. In all the other states, a physician with training in any medical field may claim to be a “cosmetic surgeon.” Although often without proper training and experience, these physicians perform many procedures in their own offices, exposing patients to severe risks.
Tummy Tuck Recovery Tips
The recovery period after a tummy tuck in Omaha may take several weeks. Here are some tips to help make your recovery as comfortable and short as possible.
1) Take all prescribed medicines. Your surgeon will prescribe postoperative pain medications and antibiotics which you should take as directed, especially in the first 24 to 36 hours. Strict adherence to the pain medication regimen is necessary in order to avoid severe discomfort as the doses “wear off.” Many patients also find that stool softeners are helpful because of the constipating effect of the narcotics.
1) Take all prescribed medicines. Your surgeon will prescribe postoperative pain medications and antibiotics which you should take as directed, especially in the first 24 to 36 hours. Strict adherence to the pain medication regimen is necessary in order to avoid severe discomfort as the doses “wear off.” Many patients also find that stool softeners are helpful because of the constipating effect of the narcotics.
Plastic Surgery on the Rise for Those 55 and Over
It’s true you can feel good and look good at any age. According to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, more patients over the age of 55 are undergoing plastic surgery now than in years past.
The greatest number of surgeries which this demographic tends to opt for are "… surgical body contouring procedures (liposuction, tummy tuck), eyelid surgery and breast augmentations,” according to ASPS President Dr. Michael McGuire. Men are showing an interest in body enhancements, while facelifts remain a popular choice.
The greatest number of surgeries which this demographic tends to opt for are "… surgical body contouring procedures (liposuction, tummy tuck), eyelid surgery and breast augmentations,” according to ASPS President Dr. Michael McGuire. Men are showing an interest in body enhancements, while facelifts remain a popular choice.
4 Myths about Liposuction
Myth #1: Liposuction is Only for Women
The American Society of Plastic Surgeons documented 24,000 cases of men undergoing liposuction procedures in 2010, which is a 7% increase over the previous year, and the numbers continue to rise. Fatty tissue typically rests on the thighs, hips, buttocks, and abdomen for women; while men see this excess tissue around their flanks, abdomen and back.
Three Benefits of Breast Reduction in Omaha
Many patients visit Aesthetic Surgical images to learn more about their options for an Omaha Breast Reduction. Below are three benefits of undergoing a breast reduction procedure.1) Reduced or Eliminated Pain
Overly large breasts can cause pain for women in their neck, back and shoulders. Some patients even experience migraine headaches and notice deep grooves in the shoulders from bra straps. When breast tissue is reduced, much of this pain is eliminated or significantly decreased.
Surgical Correction for Patients with Breast Asymmetry
Often unrecognized, the vast majority of women have mild to moderate asymmetry of their breasts. Caused by genetics or hormonal fluctuations, asymmetry occurs during adolescence or pregnancy. Depending on the degree of breast asymmetry, you have options to correct your condition.Women with a large size difference in breast size find appropriate clothing and bra fitting extremely difficult. Some women may also feel self-conscious or embarrassed about their condition which affects their sense of body image. Cosmetic surgery may be a viable solution to their problem. Surgical options include breast augmentation, breast lift or breast reduction – or a combination of any two or all three.
5 Steps to Improve the Health of Your Skin
Even on cloudy days, UV rays can negatively affect your skin. Such rays cause long-term damage whether you’re outdoors, or sitting by an office window, or driving your car. The first type, UVA rays, are very long and affect the lower layers of the skin where new cells, collagen and elastin begin to form. UVA rays differ from UVB rays, which are short and do not have a direct affect on the skin.
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