Friday, June 4th, 2010
There are several different types of plastic surgery procedures offered at Brzowski Plastic Surgery in the area of Ogden and Salt Lake City. Some of the most commonly performed ones include breast augmentation, liposuction, surgery after massive weight loss, eyelid surgery, face lift, etc. Cosmetic Surgery procedures are just as common, they include non-invasive aesthetic procedures and treatments like Botox, Restylane, Microdermabrasion, and more. There are many reasons why a person might want to get one or more of these procedures done.
Individuals may consider having surgery done if they are dissatisfied with a certain aspect of their appearance. For example, if you are a woman who wants to enhance your curves, as you feel self conscious about your small breasts, then a breast augmentation may help you boost your self-esteem. Liposuction is common among men and women, if you have excess fat that you are having a lot of trouble getting rid of through diet and exercise, then liposuction may be the right procedure for you.
Dr. Brzowski also specializes in surgery after massive weight loss. It is very common for someone whom has lost a significant amount of weight not to feel satisfied with the end result due to loose and sagging skin or excess fat still apparent on the body. Arm lift, thigh lift, or a complete body lift may be the extra step to achieving your desired results. After one or more of these procedures, many patients feel more confidence in their new body.
Different factors should be considered before making your decision on a procedure. Factors include the quality of the plastic surgeon performing the procedure, the equipment that the physician will use during surgery, the cost of the procedure, etc. However, it is important not to let cost be the determining factor, as a relative amount of cosmetic surgery procedures performed are correcting other individuals work whom were less expensive, but where not certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery or whom did not complete the necessary training. Dr. Brzowski is Board Certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery and has also completed extensive training in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery at the highly renowned Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota.
If you are an out of town patient considering flying in for plastic surgery, we would be happy to help you make accommodation. Plastic Surgery in the Salt Lake City/ Ogden Utah area is often cheaper than other markets. The cosmetic surgery procedure costs are due to our strong economy and lower overhead medical care costs. So many people chose to have their desired procedure done here.
Whether you are a current resident or out of town patient interested in a plastic surgery procedure, contact our office today to schedule a consultation. Together we can discuss the procedure or procedures you are considering and determine the best and most cost affective plan to help you achieve your goals. At the time of a consultation we will also go over any questions or concerns you have to ensure you leave the office confident your decision.
Tags: Breast Augmentation, Liposuction, Plastic Surgery, Surgery after massive weight loss
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Thursday, May 27th, 2010
Breast augmentation is a commonly performed cosmetic surgery procedure in the Ogden/Salt Lake City and around the country. It involves enlarging a woman’s breasts through the use of breast implants. There are many different reasons a woman might want to get this procedure. You might want to do this if you feel the size of your breasts is too large and you would be more comfortable and satisfied with your appearance if you had a larger breast size. A woman who has gone through pregnancy might choose to do so to get her breasts back to the way they were before pregnancy and/or before nursing. You may also want to undergo a breast augmentation if your breasts are not the same size and would like to correct this with breast surgery.
There are two types of breast implants that are used for this procedure, saline or silicone implants. There are also two possible locations to place the implants, above or below the chest muscles. Depending on your goals, breast augmentation can be performed in conjunction with a breast lift or another type of plastic surgery procedure.
Upon a consultation at my office in the Ogden/ Salt Lake City area we will discuss breast implant size, breast shape, and implant type. We will go over selecting the volume of breast implants that will help you achieve the desired breast enhancement. At this time we will also talk about any concerns you may have pertaining to breast augmentation surgery. My goal is to educate you on the procedure so you are able to make an informed discussion that you feel confident about.
If you do decide to get the procedure done for whatever reason, now would be a good time to do it. That way you could get a breast augmentation and heal in time for end of summer beach parties or a fall wedding you may be attending. The recovery time depends on the technique used and the placement of the breast implants. Going to a qualified and experienced plastic surgeon will minimize the recovery time as well as possible risks associated with this procedure. Such risks may include bleeding, scarring, infection, and slow healing time. Other complications that may occur, such as loss of sensation and deflation, are rare.
To learn more about breast augmentation or another type of breast surgery, contact my office today to schedule a consultation.
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Tuesday, November 10th, 2009
Sitting in an examination chair in a plastic surgeon’s office is the last place this 36 year old mother of four ever thought she’d find herself. As she consoles her 1 year old daughter in her car seat, her other kids play with crayons in the floor. Eighteen months of talking to friends, reading everything she can get her hands on, and spending hour after hour in front of a computer screen scouring the internet has led her to this point – finally gathering herself together to talk about breast implants.
The progressive effects of pregnancy, aging, and now even some weight loss as the result of a healthier lifestyle have created a deflated appearance of her chest. Though never busty, she’s unhappy with the loss of fullness that has led to a proportion that she doesn’t like – the dreaded pear shape.
Following her examination and in depth discussion with her plastic surgeon, she schedules her surgery. A few short weeks later, she is in the department store, trying on bras and eyeing out a swimsuit for her upcoming cruise to the Bahamas; a pre-children promise made by her husband and now set to be kept. Only her husband and a few close friends and family members know the need for this shopping excursion, but she does it with a little grin.
This parable represents the majority of patients in most plastic surgeon’s offices. They are your neighbor, your daughter, and your fellow church member. Although you may not know it, your mother, your boss, your co-worker, and your scrapbooking partner have likely had breast surgery or are strongly considering it.
Why are they doing it? As a consequence of the typical changes of aging, weight loss, and pregnancy, women who were previously satisfied with their breast size and proportion are now having breast augmentation. Equally, women who’ve never had sufficient volume in the breasts are realizing the benefits from increasing their breast size.
What happens after they do it? First and foremost, clothing choices are simplified. When shopping for dresses and pantsuits, patients who’ve undergone breast augmentation don’t have nearly as much difficulty with needing different sizes for the top and bottom. Padded bras can become a relic of the past, and swimsuit tops are easier to size and wear.
Who decides their implant size? The patients do. Very similar to deciding what to have for dinner and which color car to buy, the customer (read patient) makes the best judgment as to what they would like most. I find that by allowing the patient to select her implant size, she is able to expect a long, satisfying experience with her resulting breast size. A deliberate and careful sizing process prior to surgery ensures that the patient has had ample time to consider the available options and to ultimately obtain a pleasing, long-lasting result.
What about all of those “BAD” silicone implants? Up until November of 2006, silicone breast implants were limited to select groups of patients. As a culmination of approximately 14 years of scientific research to determine a link between a variety of medical illnesses and silicone gel breast implants, none was ever found. This prompted the FDA to rescind almost all of the limitations on use of these implants, and the numbers of them used throughout the country has skyrocketed. Although saline filled implants are still used more than silicone implants on average throughout the country, my experience here in Utah has swung totally in favor of silicone over saline. Whereas we implanted silicone implants 20% of the time prior to November of 2006, since then, we now use silicone implants 80% of the time – this is entirely patient choice. When patients have the opportunity to consider all their options, most will decide in favor of silicone because of the superior softness and resistance to form ripples.
Isn’t it really expensive? In comparison to other items that we consumers purchase such as big screen TV’s, and cars, implants represent an excellent dollar value. While the services of an experienced, board certified plastic surgeon and the use of state of the art operative and anesthetic techniques cannot be priced at a “bargain basement” level, the return on the money spent often exceeds that of any other purchase one might make. Although it is very typical and even expected that the TV and the car will become obsolete, wear out, and just seem plain outdated in 5-10 years (or less), a successful breast augmentation has the potential for a lifetime of enjoyment and reward. In situations where the initial financial outlay is difficult to manage, most offices will have multiple different options for payment and financing.
If you’re considering a breast augmentation, get your eyes off the billboards, and turn off the radio. Your best way to find a plastic surgeon that will provide you the best chance at a favorable result will already be familiar to you and your friends because of work that he or she has done. The recommendation of your primary care physician and other healthcare workers can’t be overestimated. After you’ve had a chance to narrow down a few choices, I generally advise patients to visit three offices and see where they feel the most comfortable. Offices where you feel like another cog in the wheel or an imposition on the doctor’s time will be easy to tell. If you feel valued and listened to, and your doctor’s credentials and expertise in the field of breast augmentation are worthy, you can rest easy that you’ve made a good choice.
Remember, it’s not always about flaunting what ya got; it’s about regaining what you lost!
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