Posts Tagged ‘Liposuction’
Wednesday, March 9th, 2011
In a recent survey conducted by the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, only 3.9 percent of Plastic Surgeons use Laser Assisted Liposuction (the technology behind SmartLipo(tm). The reasoning for such a low rate of usage was that the respondents felt that Laser Assisted Liposuction was associated with a higher rate of complications when compared with more traditional methods of liposuction.
It is a very sobering reminder for patients that the most important decision that they make is their choice of surgeon. To expect or recommend patients first decide which method of liposuction they desire is to ignore the reality that the decision is best left to the surgeon who has the experience, research data, and training to evaluate each technology based on efficacy and safety.
Patients can rest assured that Plastic Surgeons are relatively insensitive to marketing hype and pressures from manufacturers (and even patients themselves) when it comes to embracing unproven technologies. Board Certified Plastic Surgeons are uniquely qualified to answer your cosmetic surgical questions. Feel Free to Contact Dr. Brzowski with any questions or concerns.
Till next time….
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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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Thursday, September 9th, 2010
After you have lost a lot of weight, your body needs to catch up with the new you that has emerged. Sometimes people lose weight through years of vigilant diet and exercise and sometimes they lose weight from surgeries such as liposuction, stomach stapling, and gastro-bypasses. Regardless of how the weight is lost, people often emerge from weight loss with thinner bodies that have new needs. Often the skin will have been stretched out due to the extra weight it had to cover. When the weight is lost, the skin may not return to its original suppleness or elasticity. In this case, you may want to consider a body lift to help rid yourself of extra skin.
A body lift is similar to a tummy tuck but it is conducted on other areas of the body such as the thighs, hips, and buttocks. An incision is made, excess skin is removed, and the area is reconstructed accordingly. This procedure dramatically rejuvenates the entire body and it is becoming more and more popular as doctors gain experience in conducting it. New technologies in plastic surgery also help to make this procedure more pervasive, safer, and more effective.
If you have recently lost a lot of weight for any reason, and if you are a non-smoker with no other health risks, you may be a good candidate for a body lift. A consultation with a doctor will give you more information on the risks and advantages of a body lift procedure. The doctor will explain the procedure to you so you feel comfortable with the process you will undergo. Sometimes other plastic surgery procedures are combined with a body lift, such as liposuction, in order to maximize the results.
There is a rather specific healing period following a body lift procedure, so you will want to make sure you can fit the recovery time into your life. You will need to stay in bed for five to seven days at least while the wounds from the surgery heal, and you will need to minimize your activity for several days after that so you don’t tear apart the incision stitches. People who work at desks can probably go back to work in two or three weeks. It will take longer, up to six weeks or more, for people who have active jobs to be able to work. Pain medication is prescribed to help you deal with the discomfort. Once the wounds heal, however, you will be able to resume your normal daily activities.
If you are interested in a body lift contact my office in Salt Lake City, Utah to learn more about how you could benefit from a procedure of plastic surgery.
Tags: Body Lift, Liposuction, Thigh Lift, tummy tuck, Weight Loss 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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Friday, May 21st, 2010
Many life changes, such as pregnancy, illness, accidents, etc, can change a person’s body shape and fat accumulation in the body and different organs. If you are a woman who has gone through pregnancy and childbirth, you probably know how it can cause you to get out of shape and to put on excess body fat in unwanted places. Liposuction, a commonly performed plastic surgery procedure in the Ogden/Salt Lake City area and other cities across the nation, is a safe and accepted medically supervised surgical procedure to remove excess fat.
Liposuction can be performed on several areas of the body, including the abdomen, buttocks, thigh, and upper arms. The procedure is usually done as an outpatient procedure under anesthesia. A suction device is inserted through small holes in the skin and the excess fat is removed with suction. The skin incisions should heal quickly, and complications from the procedure are rare. For many people who want a procedure done away from home, the adjacent cities of Ogden and Salt Lake City are a great destination.
Brzowski Plastic Surgery in the Ogden/Salt Lake City area offers special services for out of town patients who fly in for surgery. Not only can an individual recuperate in a warm climate after getting the procedure done, but after one or two days of rest a little site seeing can’t hurt. A gentle walk to help increase your circulation is recommended. You can even enjoy some of the different attractions that the city has to offer, although you shouldn’t exert yourself too much soon after surgery. Perhaps a visit to the many museums in the area, such as the Utah Museum of Fine Arts or the Utah Museum of Natural History, would be good, or maybe you could attend a play at one of the many theaters in the city, such as The Off Broadway Theater and the Salt Lake Acting Company. Walking, as much as is comfortable, is actually good for patients who have had liposuction in order to prevent the risk of blood clotting.
As far as cosmetic surgeries go, the recovery period for liposuction is relatively quick, with most patients returning to normal usually after two weeks. However, a little bit of swelling and bruising in the treated areas should be expected. Results are apparent once the swelling subsides. Although complications are rare, the most common ones include contour irregularities and unevenness.
If you are interested in having liposuction in the Ogden/Salt Lake City area, please feel free to contact Brzowski Plastic Surgery. We not only offer services to individuals residing in Utah, but we can help Out of Town Patients make arrangements.
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