Category: Plastic Surgery

(HealthNewsDigest.com) – Surgery apparently loves company. That’s the anecdotal consensus of many plastic surgeons who have reported a significant increase in the number of mother and daughter cosmetic surgery “duets.” The American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery reported a 34 percent increase in the number of people getting surgery with a partner in 2008.

(HealthNewsDigest.com) – 1.  Do your research.  Learn about the procedure and which surgeons are the most prolific with the Facelift procedure.  Next, schedule a consultation appointment with the top cosmetic surgeons of your choice.  Do not be afraid to speak to more than one doctor before you decide.

(HealthNewsDigest.com) – Brow lift or forehead lift surgery is designed to treat the area from above the eyes up to the hairline, or the upper-third portion of the face.

(HealthNewsDigest.com) – Rhinoplasty, which is more commonly called “nose surgery,” is a very rewarding procedure that can leave patients with life-changing results. Many individuals interested in this procedure have several questions about the aftermath of rhinoplasty. One of them being:What if I get a cold after nose surgery?

(HealthNewsDigest.com) – The results of a rhinoplasty, especially when performed by an unskilled plastic surgeon, can be unpredictable. The nose is composed of a number of tissues including bone, cartilage, blood vessels, and skin, so the final formation of these tissues is dependent on a number of factors.

(HealthNewsDigest.com) – The breast lift procedure is designed to uplift the breasts to create a more youthful, lifted appearance. It is an elective procedure that some women undergo because they may feel self-conscious if their breasts sag or droop.

(HealthNewsDigest.com) – The facelift, also known as rhytidectomy, targets the lower face, jawline and neck. During the surgery, excess skin and fat are removed and the underlying structures of the face may be tightened. The skin is then re-draped to create a smoother, more youthful appearance.

(HealthNewsDigest.com) – The mommy makeover is a term for a series of surgical procedures that essentially “makes over” a woman’s body, addressing problem areas with procedures like liposuction, breast lift, breast augmentation, and tummy tuck. The mommy makeover is designed for women who have had children and now want to have their bodies restored to its pre-pregnancy state.

(HealthNewsDigest.com) – As we age, our facial ligaments weaken and our skin loses its volume, often resulting in a dull, sagging appearance.

(HealthNewsDigest.com) – Rhinoplasty can be life changing. Just ask actress Lisa Kudrow who had a nose job when she was 16 years old. The former Friends star recently told the Saturday Evening Post in an interview that the procedure was “life altering.”

(HealthNewsDigest.com) – Arlington Heights, Ill. (November 27, 2013) – Current laser therapy approaches are effective for treating excessive scars resulting from abnormal wound healing, concludes a special topic paper in the December issue of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery®, the official medical journal of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS).

(HealthNewsDigest.com) – NEW YORK, Nov. 14, 2013  —  Medical tourism is nothing new, but the days of traveling the globe in search of cheaper cosmetic procedures are behind us, says Andrew Jacono, M.D., F.A.C.S., director of the New York Center for Facial Plastic and Laser Surgery.

(HealthNewsDigest.com) – Arlington Heights, Ill. (October 29, 2013) – Twins who smoke show more premature facial aging, compared to their non-smoking identical twins, reports a study in the November issue of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery®, the official medical journal of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS).

(HealthNewsDigest.com) – Karen, a 48-year-old Florida mother and grandmother, had been abused verbally, emotionally and physically for most of her life. The last time, her abuser broke her nose. She also endured broken ribs and fingers, and sustained a concussion.

(HealthNewsDigest.com) – The third generation of VelaShape® is anticipated to shake up the body shaping category. Why? In only only one painless treatment session with Syneron Medical’s newest non-invasive body shaping platform produces visible results without scalpels, downtime, oozing, or bruising required.

(HealthNewsDigest.com) – Miami, FL (September 24, 2013) – A recent story reporting that a Miami teen is in a coma after complications during breast augmentation surgery serves as an important reminder about the dangers inherent in cosmetic procedures.

(HealthNewsDigest.com) – New York, NY (September 23, 2013) – It is the cosmetic treatment many women have dreamed of – taking the fat from their hips and thighs and redistributing it to their breasts.

(HealthNewsDigest.com) – If you’re about to take your first steps toward a rhinoplasty procedure, you should take some time to learn about communicating with your surgeon.

(HealthNewsDigest.com) – Every once in a while, another news story surfaces singing the praises of the “No-Knife Nose Job” (non-surgical rhinoplasty) as the Daily Mail did recently.

(HealthNewsDigest.com) – After meeting with physicians for surgical consultations, following pre-and post-operative instructions, and coming out the other side with beautifully enhanced breasts, patients must be aware that there is some maintenance involved if they wish for the results of their breast surgery to last.