Archive for the ‘Face’ Category
Friday, September 24th, 2010
Getting a plastic surgery procedure is a very personal decision and no one can tell you what to do about it or where or when to get it. You are the one who will have to live with your body for the rest of your life, so it is important that before any plastic surgery routine, you ask yourself some honest questions about why you are doing this. If you are ready to take the next step, here are some common plastic surgery procedures to consider.
Liposuction is a plastic surgery procedure that has gotten easier and safer in recent years. As technology as advanced and doctors have gotten more experienced doing the procedure, it has become more and more common. During a liposuction procedure, a doctor will make an incision in the affected area and remove unwanted fatty tissue. The result is that the patient has an immediate improved appearance and reduced fat in the specified areas. Liposuction recovery will include dealing with skin that has been stretched out due to the fatty tissue, so sometimes liposuction patients will wish to combine their procedure with a tummy tuck or other procedure that can remove the extra skin.
Breast augmentation is another procedure that has gotten easier, safer, and more common than ever before. Also known as breast implant surgery, during this procedure the doctor will make incisions under the breast and insert the implant of your choice, be it silicon or saline. Although saline is the cheaper of the two options, many patients choose silicon because of the softer texture and the reported decrease of the sensation and appearance of rolling in the patient after the surgery has been completed. Although plastic surgery is safer than it has ever been, there are still issues to consider after the surgery. One of them is the life expectancy of the implants. Sometimes they break and sometimes they have to be replaced. Your doctor can fill you in on the details of these potential problems.
Finally, eyelid surgery is also increasingly popular, even with people who swore they would never get or need plastic surgery of any kind. People want their eyes to remain attentive and alert even as they age. Because this surgery is localized in a small area, many people perceive this procedure as manageable for them. Small incisions are made over the eye, between the lid and the brow, or under the lid. In these areas, the natural formation of the eye hides the scar and allows the doctor to remove fatty tissue and tighten muscles around the eye. The result is a more youthful looking appearance around the eyes.
Whether you are want to learn more about a procedure that will rejuvenate your appearance, define your abdomen, or enhance your breasts, contact my office today to schedule a consultation.
Tags: Breast Augmentation, eyelid surgery, Liposuction, Plastic Surgery, utah
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Friday, September 3rd, 2010
As we age, our skin starts to lose elasticity and suppleness. This results in sagging and wrinkles. Often this is most noticeable around the eyes. People with flabby skin around the eyes often look tired or distracted even when they are perfectly rested and attentive. Although many times diet, exercise and lifestyle changes can improve a person’s appearance at any age, sometimes there are just stubborn little marks of maturity that persist. People who would like to tighten up the skin around their eyes and eyelids might want to consider eyelid surgery as a realistic option for improving their overall appearance.
Eyelid surgery, also known as blepharoplasty gives the patient a rejuvenated appearance. This procedure will help to reduce puffiness and will remove excess fat around the eyes. It will probably not help with dark circles under the eyes or will deminish crow’s feet. However, in some cases the procedure can help with drooping eyelids, bags under the eyes, or excess skin around the eyes. If you are a healthy adult with no pre-existing conditions who doesn’t smoke, you may be a good candidate for eyelid surgery or another type of procedure to help rejuvenate the skin around the eyes like a brow lift.
The incisions made during eyelid surgery are carefully applied in areas that will be hidden between the lid and the eyelash. The natural structure of the eye allows this to be possible. Then the doctor will be able to tighten muscles and remove excess fat and skin. Under the eye, an incision can be made just under the lash. This way if there is any scarring, the marks will not be noticeable. Sometimes, laser chemical peels are used to remove excess troublesome skin underneath the eyelid. Permanent visible scarring is unusual. It is much more common that you will be very pleased with the results of your eyelid surgery.
The recovery time for eyelid surgery is usually fairly quick. You are recommended not to engage in stressful, vigorous, or even routine activities for about 72 hours after your surgery. After that, you will want to keep icing your eyes to keep swelling down. Long term side effects are not very likely, but you should see a doctor immediately if you suffer from any long-term blurring or eye pain. Sometimes, eyelid surgery patients decide to undergo other facelift options during their eyelid surgery. This is an ideal time so that you can save yourself the unpleasant side effects of multiple surgeries.
Contact my Salt Lake City plastic surgery office today to learn more about procedures that are appropriate for you.
Tags: blepharoplasty, brow lift, eyelid surgery, facelift, surgery
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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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Saturday, February 20th, 2010
Recent studies have revealed what we’ve known for many years: Botox(tm) helps migraine headaches. Although the precise method by which this occurs is not completely known, a very real decrease in the intensity and frequency of migraine headaches has been seen when patients are treated with Botox(tm). This most recent report indicated that patients with a “crushing” or “eye-popping” form of migraines benefited the most.
According to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, 2.5 million Botox(tm) procedures were performed last year.
So, just in case your friends all think you’re coming in for Botox(tm) for your wrinkles, you can certainly remind them that it works for migraines too!
Until next time…..
Tags: botox, headaches, migraines, wrinkles
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Tuesday, February 16th, 2010
As techniques advance in the area of facial rejuvenation, we are discovering more and more to do without a knife. Dang!
A wide variety of non-surgical treatments continue to be developed and are yielding very nice results, providing some patients with options other than surgery. Botox(tm) and Juvederm(tm) remain the most popular non-surgical treatments for facial rejuvenation, but newer peels and lasers are rapidly catching up.
Check out the info at our Aesthetic Plastic Surgery Society website on one of these newer “tricks”: http://www.surgery.org/media/news-releases/nonsurgical-technique-can-take-years-off-the-appearance-of-aging-eyes.
Of course, you are always welcome to come in and let us have a look and see what we recommend for your specific complaints.
Until next time….
Tags: botox, Face, Juvederm, Rejuvenation
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