The mini tummy tuck procedure is used to remove and tighten excess, loose skin and the fascia that is only below the belly button. This procedure involves a shorter incision and sometimes a faster recovery period. This procedure can be a good option for women suffering from C-section scarring and minimal loose skin, or a CONTINUE READING
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Q&A: What is recommended to get rid of cheek dents?
January 12, 2010
Fillers may be a good option for you in order to correct the dents you are noticing. A long-lasting filler such as Radiesse or Artefill can result in long-term to permanent correction to these dents. Another possible long-term option may be fat injections, as well as cheek implants if the dents are pronounced. If the CONTINUE READING
Q&A: What is a mid-face lift?
January 9, 2010
A Mid Face Lift, also called a Partial Face Lift or “Cheek Lift,” focuses on improving the cheeks when the neck is not an issue. The incision is usually mainly in front of the ears and well hidden within the folds in that area. It does not address the lower two thirds of the face CONTINUE READING
Q&A: How is a face lift different than a mini-face lift or mid face lift?
January 7, 2010
These procedures differ in respect to the result that they achieve. A Face Lift targets jowling, sagging skin and muscle laxity of the lower part of the face and neck, and restores a firm and youthful appearance. Not only are you tightening the skin, you are also tightening the fat and muscle below it. Given CONTINUE READING
Q&A: Will a Brazilian Butt Lift help fix my hips?
January 5, 2010
The same technique used in the Brazilian Buttock Lift, which is called “Micro fat grafting”, could be used to add more volume to your hip area. The procedure would involve liposuction to another area of the body, such as the abdomen, and then these tissues would be skillfully injected to the hip area in order CONTINUE READING
Zinc Supplements… Can It Make Botox Work Better?
January 2, 2010
It’s been said recently that a proprietary dietary supplement makes Botox injections more effective. My opinion currently is that data is inconclusive, but let’s discuss it further. First here’s what we do know about zinc and Botox injections to date. Botox actually does require a bit of zinc to work properly. Botox is part of CONTINUE READING
Q&A: Is it OK to get a Brazilian Butt lift and Tummy tuck at the same time?
January 2, 2010
It may be best to do these procedures separately. One reason is that you may not able to achieve optimal results since the positions you are instructed to sit/lay in during your recovery are different for the two procedures. For the Brazilian Buttock Lift, patients are advised to lay on their stomach and sides, and CONTINUE READING
Q&A: Arm lift, Mini Tummy Tuck, and Brazilian Butt Lift in one surgery?
December 31, 2009
It is generally not advisable to have these three procedures done at the same time. Combining body contouring procedures such as this, especially when they are somewhat time intensive procedures increases post-operative complications. These types of body contouring procedures are very common after a significant weight loss, but it is best to practice a bit CONTINUE READING
Q&A: How long is the recovery time for Brazilian Butt Lift?
December 27, 2009
A Brazilian Buttock Lift is typically an out-patient procedure, meaning you can have the lift done, and go home the same day, with restrictions. Some patients may choose to stay overnight in a health care facility. The recovery time for the Brazilian Buttock Lift generally involves taking about 1 week away from work, and 3 CONTINUE READING
Q&A: Can I use SmartLipo, Vaser or CoolLipo with a Brazilian Butt lift?
December 22, 2009
It is commonly thought that procedures such as these, involving heat, laser, or ultrasound technology is less invasive. That actually may be a misconception. Procedures such as this can, in a sense, be considered more invasive since you are adding heat or laser to the traditional form of liposuction involving a metal cannula and vacuum CONTINUE READING