Today’s Natural-Looking Breast Implants
We know that nothing feels as empowering as self-confidence. There is a certain sense of satisfaction in being content with your appearance. Today women are much more willing to discuss their cosmetic procedures than their mothers or grandmothers would have been. That’s a good thing. There is no reason to apologize for taking control of your appearance.
Breast augmentation is still one of the most popular of the cosmetic procedures. Some women may be concerned that enhancing their bustline would give them results that look unnatural. You will be pleased to know that your results can look quite natural when you rely on an experienced cosmetic surgeon.
Breast Implants Have Changed
Because of changes in the types of implants used, and even some changes in surgical techniques, you won’t have to worry about breast implants creating an unnatural shape.
Tear-Drop Shaped Gel Implants
Teardrop shaped implants are shaped like your natural breast. The teardrop shape gives them more fullness at the bottom. These implants will flatten and round when you lie down. They are also referred to as “anatomic” implants for that reason. Teardrop implants are filled with a semi-solid silicone gel that will feel much like firm natural breast tissue.
Gummy Bear Implants
Gummy Bear implants are named after the popular candy because of their texture. Gummy Bear implants are also filled with silicone gel, but the gel holds it shape when cut, just like the candy bears. The shell of the implant is textured to reduce the scarring that can happen around the implant itself. Gummy bear implants have the toughest shell and lowest rupture rate.
Saline Implants
Saline implants are a silicone shell that is filled with saline at the time of your surgery. The advantage of using a saline implant is they can be inserted through a very small incision. The disadvantage is that saline implants can leak.
Round Implants
Round implants are still available and can be either saline or gel filled. Round implants are ideal when more fullness is needed.
The best way to know which implant is best for you is to schedule an appointment with an experienced plastic surgeon. Your surgeon will be able to work with you to determine your best options for size and implant type. In West Bloomfield, MI, contact West Maple Plastic Surgery.
Botox For Fine Lines and Wrinkles: Is It For You?
If you’ve tried every anti-wrinkle cream in the department store to limited results, there is a better way. If you find yourself squinting at your fine lines and wrinkles in the mirror, it might be time to discover Botox injections. Creams and lotions may only work on the surface of the skin, which may be the reason you are not seeing the results you had hoped. Botox works differently; the injections temporarily lessen the muscle activity in the face.
Wrinkles can develop from a number of ways. Every time we squint, smile, or furrow our brows these muscles contract, and over the years, they eventually show up as fine lines. Botox reduces the appearance of these fine lines by humbling those muscles from contracting. There are also other ways our skin changes as we age. Less collagen is produced with age, and environmental factors like sun exposure can change the skin too.
Botox is an approved treatment for wrinkles and fine lines. Botox is the number one selling cosmetic product of its kind in the world. Botox injections contain very small amounts of purified botulinum toxin protein refined from the bacterium, Clostridium botulinum.
Botox is a safe, high-regulated treatment performed by your plastic surgeon specialist. Botox has been vastly studied and is widely used around the globe. The safety of the Botox procedure has been tested in hundreds of studies.
More good news: the Botox procedure is simple! Your doctor will perform a facial analysis for you, and treatment will be discussed. The area to be injected is often numbed with ice or a topical cream, so not to worry about any major discomfort. The injection process takes around ten minutes, and you may see results starting in a day or two. Once you leave your doctor’s office, you will be able to continue the rest of your day without limitation.
You will still look like yourself: Just a more beautiful you!
Botox is a quick, simple procedure that can have tremendous results. If nothing else has targeted those crows feet or laugh lines to your satisfaction, Botox may be the perfect fix. If you are ready to explore Botox options, contact West Maple Plastic Surgery.
Benefits of Getting a Brow Lift
Getting a brow lift is a great way to improve your appearance and make you look younger.
The first benefit of a brow lift is that it makes you appear more cheerful, happy and upbeat. A sagging forehead and wrinkle lines will make you look tired, depressed, stressed out and even upset or irritated. Getting a brow lift will make your face reflect your inner feelings and will make your smile shine. People will feel more comfortable around you.
Another benefit is that it makes you look younger. Brow lifts are a great anti-aging procedure. They will remove creases and wrinkles from your forehead. This will give you a more youthful look.
A brow lift can also help you improve your vision. Drooping foreheads, eyebrows and eyelids can impair your eyesight but can be fixed with a brow lift.
A brow lift will make you feel better about yourself and improve your self-confidence. It can reduce tension in your forehead muscles. It can help improve the placement of your eyebrows. The results last for a long time.
Brow lifts can be combined with other surgical procedures. For example, you can do a brow lift and an eyelid lift at the same time. In addition, brow lifts can be customized according to your needs. Endoscopic and mini-lifts are also an option, besides full brow lifts.
In order to ensure that no complications, such as scarring or infections, result from your brow lift, it is important to get your lift done by a board-certified plastic surgeon who is a member of various professional medical associations. Contact us today for information on how to Dr. Sherbert can help you with your brow lift.
Make Your Own Life Decisions with Breast Reduction Surgery
In the last several decades, standards of beauty have often been geared towards large breasted women, so many people might not understand why anyone would be considering a breast reduction surgery. The truth of the matter is that considering a woman’s frame, lifestyle, or even personal preference for body image, some of us are born with more than we ever needed. This asset to some may become a hindrance to others.
Especially if you are a woman with an active, athletic lifestyle, larger breasts might mean requiring more support than smaller-breasted women, as well as pain during activities such as running, climbing, or sports requiring a leaner form. Pain is often a consideration that can impact your decision, and reducing the size of your breasts can greatly improve your quality of life when you enjoy an active lifestyle.
Another reason to consider reduction is how your body type may be limiting your choice in wardrobe. Fashions rarely cater to extremes, and if your cup size is beyond the scope of what is usually available, you might be seeing your choices limited to more matronly or larger figured styles. Which can frankly be depressing if the rest of your body is ready for the cuter, smaller sizes, but your breasts are closing the door on most of what is out there.
When it comes down to it, it’s all just a matter of preference. When technology allows for the ability to have a say on what most women for generations just had to suffer through and soldier on, now you can be in full control of the situation.
Contact us if you want to take your life back and decide what body type works best for you.
4 Health Benefits of Getting an Abdominoplasty
Getting a tummy tuck or abdominoplasty is common after pregnancy or losing a lot of weight. It helps fix loose skin and abdominal muscles. However, tummy tucks have more than just cosmetic benefits. Here are some other health benefits.
Less Stress Urinary Incontinence
Stress Urinary Incontinence, or SUI, is commonly found in women who have gone through vaginal birth. It’s a bladder control problem that can cause the bladder to empty itself during coughing, sneezing, exercising, or even laughing. SUI is treated without surgery. However, studies have shown that a tummy tuck can provide additional aid in reducing SUI, especially in women who have not had a cesarean section.
Better Posture
Weakened abdominal muscles can lead to lordosis, also called sway back. It can include slight back pain. A tummy tuck will strengthen your abdominal muscles, which will support your spine and help you obtain a better posture.
Hernia Relief
Ventral hernias occur when hernia tissue breaks through weak abdominal muscles. To heal these hernias, the muscles need to be strengthened and tightened. This is very similar to abdominoplasty, and the two procedures are often done together.
Easier to Stay Fit
An abdominoplasty can help you exercise and stay fit. Stronger abs and abdominal muscles can make exercising easier. A weak, drooping, and heavy abdomen can impede on your ability to exercise. Although tummy tucks are not designed as a weight loss procedure, some studies have shown that combining a tummy tuck with such a procedure can help you keep the weight off.
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