Cosmetic And Plastic Surgery

Here are definitions of medical terms related to cosmetic surgery for the face. Blepharoplasty: A blepharoplasty is a surgical procedure to reshape (plasty) the upper and lower lids of the eyes. A blepharoplasty is performed to correct a sagging upper lid that can sometimes interfere with vision and a puffy, baggy lower lid. Botulinum toxin: Botulinum toxin […]

The skin begins to age when the body stops growing in late adolescence, but the effects of aging don’t show until mid-life. As we age, skin cells replace themselves more slowly, and the thick underlayer of the skin, the dermis, begins to thin. The network of elastin and collagen fibers that allows our skin to

Here are some reliable sources that can provide more information on cosmetic surgery for the face. American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery  Phone: 312.527.6713 http://www.cosmeticsurgery.org/ American Society for Dermatologic Surgery  Phone: 847-330-9830 http://www.asds-net.org/ American Society of Ophthalmic Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery  Phone: (407) 647-8839 http://www.asoprs.org/ American Society of Plastic Surgeons  Phone: 847-228-9900 http://www.plasticsurgery.org/

Wrinkles can make us feel and act older than our years. Cosmetic procedures can restore a healthier, more youthful look to the face, and in so doing can boost confidence and self-esteem. But cosmetic procedures cannot restore youth or stop the aging process. A good candidate for cosmetic surgery is in good general health and

Cosmetic procedures currently available for the aging face include: The face lift, or rhytidectomy, is a surgical procedure to remove wrinkles (rhytids) from the face, jaw, and neck. It removes and tightens loose skin, removing the sag of the cheeks around the jaw line, lifting the corners of the mouth, and reducing the creases between

All surgery involves some risk. Generally speaking, cosmetic procedures are safe and the risk is low if they are performed by a well-trained surgeon. Complications are infrequent and usually minor. They include: Hematoma, or a collection of blood under the skin. In some cases, a hematoma must be removed by the surgeon. Some small hematomas can

The surgeon will provide specific instructions on how to prepare for any cosmetic procedure or combination of procedures. As with all surgeries, it will be necessary to stop certain medications, such as blood thinners, a week or so before the procedure. It is especially important to stop smoking at least a week or two before

A face lift is a procedure that is done to tighten the skin of the face and remove large creases and wrinkles that have formed around the nose and mouth. The face and neck are usually treated at the same time, and the procedure is sometimes called a face-and-neck lift. The procedure After the surgery

A brow or forehead lift is most often done to raise drooping eyebrows and smooth out wrinkles and creases on the forehead and between the eyes. The tissue of the forehead and brow can sometimes sag down over the upper eyelid to such an extent that the eyelashes and eyebrows meet. Wrinkles or “corrugations” in

Liposuction is a technique that uses suction to improve body contour by removing excess fat from specific areas of the body. Liposuction of excess fatty tissue of the face can be done at the same time as other procedures on the face, using the same incisions, or independently. Liposuction is most often used on the

What is a chemical peel? The procedure After the treatment How effective are chemical peels? What Is A Chemical peel? A chemical peel is the application of an acid to the skin to achieve a controlled burn to the top layers of skin. Chemical peels are used to remove fine lines, especially around the mouth

What is dermabrasion? The procedure After the treatment How effective is dermabrasion? What Is Dermabrasion? Dermabrasion uses a power-driven sanding wheel that looks somewhat like a dentist’s drill to remove the topmost layers of skin. Dermabrasion was first developed to smooth the pitting caused by acne scars, but the technique can also be used to