Plastic Surgery Goes Mainstream by Lloyd M. Krieger, MD

Plastic surgery has historically been viewed as an exclusive and costly service only the rich and famous could afford to pursue. Not anymore.

With even the most dramatic and promising cosmetic surgery procedures becoming safer, more common and far less complicated than ever as well as a growing inventory of options now available for financing, plastic surgery of all forms is becoming an increasingly popular life-enhancement choice for the middle class.

As a plastic surgeon in California I can say that our plastic surgery center in Beverly Hills is a good case in point. People in the entertainment industry seeking enhancement surgeries and other cosmetic reconstruction now share seats in our waiting room with mothers from the suburbs, college coeds and a growing number of men from a wide variety of ethnic backgrounds. At our center, we may have many clients from the entertainment industry, but we treat everybody like a celebrity.

There is a distinct demographic shift taking place today. Plastic surgery is becoming a growing phenomenon among the middle class because the perception that it is exclusively an option for rich white women is waning. We are seeing people from all walks of life seeking cosmetic surgery - people from a wide variety of age groups, ethnicities, family situations, and economic stations.

Rodeo Drive Plastic Surgery also offers our patients customized financing packages to cover individual procedures, such the "Rodeo Drive Mommy Makeover" a popular choice for large numbers of Latino women in their 20's and 30's. The mommy makeover includes a tummy tuck, breast lift and frequently a breast augmentation with a small breast implant. The procedure helps the moms get their body back to the way it was before they began having babies.

Financing surgery is becoming a popular option for those who do not have cash set aside. Others are socking money away for a variety of procedures, much as they would for any luxury item or family vacation. A lot of people save up for the surgery, and others chose to do financing. They are shifting their views on the expenses involved and see surgery as an important investment and first step toward an enhancement plan for the rest of their lives.

Part of the change comes because today's plastic surgery is performed using improved technology. This results in less expensive and safer procedures with less down time. So now people with responsibilities both at work and at home can take time out for procedures, removing plastic surgery from the exclusive provenance of the leisure class. We also are doing most cosmetic surgery procedures in outpatient surgery centers which greatly improves the ease and convenience of procedures when compared to those done in the hospital setting.


About the Author
Lloyd M. Krieger, MD is a plastic surgeon in California and founder and medical director of Rodeo Drive Plastic Surgery in Beverly Hills, which specializes in breast augmentation.

Plastic surgery for men correcting male breast enlargement by Clint Jhonson

Correcting male breast enlargement, a condition known as gynecomastia, has become the third most requested procedure of plastic surgery for men in the United States.

San Francisco plastic surgeon, Dr. Scott W. Mosser, reports a steady increase in male patients in the Bay Area seeking many plastic surgery procedures once performed only on women. As a result, plastic surgery for men will frequently include one of the following procedures. Liposuction for facial and body contouring leads the way, followed by rhinoplasty. Nevertheless, situated third in the demands and rising fast is the procedure to correct male breast enlargement, a condition much more prevalent than generally known.

Gynecomastia is a condition that is present to some degree in about a third of the male population. Gynecomastia is a term describing the condition itself, regardless of the nature of the cause leading to the development of such a problem. The condition may be pathological, physiological, or a side effect of taking certain drugs (for instance, various treatments including hormones). In any of the circumstances, patients feel uncomfortable about the way they look. Fortunately, correction is possible with male plastic surgery procedures.

Often a reason for embarrassment and concealment, male plastic surgery can achieve a life changing result in many cases. The feeling of discomfort related to your appearance will no longer burden you. A consultation with Dr. Scott W. Mosser, a Board-Certified plastic surgeon specializing in breast surgery, could answer many of your questions and explain the types of male plastic surgery you may undergo for correcting this disorder. Dr. Mosser will examine the symptoms and together with you determine the possible causes of your gynecomastia. Then you can opt for the type of plastic surgery for men, which suits you best.

Three are three general approaches to correcting gynecomastia. The first procedure is liposuction . With such a procedure, the purpose is to remove excess fatty tissue that may be causing the overall uncomfortable feeling, and reshape the breast and chest area. The second male plastic surgery procedure is a combination of surgical incisions made around the nipples to remove excess glandular and fatty tissue plus liposuction of the surrounding area to reshape and sculpture the chest area.

The third procedure is surgical breast reduction achieved by surgical incisions made in the natural skin folds of the chest and around the nipples. This third option is a general recommendation in the cases where there has been extreme weight loss resulting in loose or sagging skin, and a repositioning of the nipples may be necessary to achieve an esthetic result.

The type of plastic surgery for men indicated depends on the type of tissue contributing to the male breast enlargement condition. This can include the following types: glandular tissue, which requires surgical removal of glandular tissue; fatty-glandular, which requires surgical removal of glandular tissue with or without removal of adjacent fat to give the best overall shape; simple fatty, which requires diet/exercise for weight loss, with auxiliary surgical removal of fatty tissue.

You will discuss with your surgeon the type of tissue at the basis of your breast enlargement condition and then decide on the best surgical procedure to approach. Remember that you need to be aware of your options and consult with a surgeon who is ready to answer all of your questions concerning such a procedure.


About the Author
Dr. Mosser performs male plastic surgery (male breast reduction procedures included) in several locations in San Francisco. You can register for plastic surgery for men at his office at 450 Sutter Street on Union Square, as well as at the California Pacific Medical Center and St. Mary's Medical Center in San Francisco.

Liposuction and Plastic Surgery Are You Confused? by Rebecca Knight

Some people may be confused about what liposuction and plastic surgery are. In many ways its like talking about the difference between a fruit and an apple. Liposuction is a form of plastic surgery. Many people think of plastic surgery as something to do with your face. Liposuction is a cosmetic procedure that can be done on many parts of the body from the knees all the way to your face. The confusion may also lie in the word plastic. If you look at Wikipedia "The word "plastic ' derives from the Greek work plastikos which means to mold or to shape." That is why plastic surgery encompasses much more than face lifts.

Liposuction and plastic surgery in general have much in common but specifically liposuction deals with removal of excess fat primarily away from the face. Plastic surgery is typically associated with nose jobs and face lifts. Both liposuction and plastic surgery are extremely expensive procedures. If you are considering liposuction or any of the other forms of plastic surgery that are out there you need to consider whether you are the best candidate for them. You don't want to throw your hard earned money at a procedure where you do not have a high chance of success. As a generality, liposuction and plastic surgery procedures are ideal for those in their 50s, are mildly overweight by approximately 10 pounds and don't have a great deal of wrinkles.

Liposuction is more successful with those who are not obese or extremely overweight. Removing more than 15 pounds is usually not considered safe and if you want to do this you will have to go back for multiple surgeries. Both liposuction and plastic surgery leave scars. A face lift will leave scars behind your ears and liposuction will leave them on the belly button and skin creases depending on what kind of liposuction you are having. In order to maximize your success before performing liposuction and plastic surgery ensure that you are physically fit. You will also have to follow strict guidelines depending on the cosmetic surgery involved. Know the facts beforehand to make sure you have the discipline and will to follow through on these or else the procedures will not produce the results you expect. Liposuction and plastic surgery also have similar cost challenges when it comes to being covered by medical insurance. Typically most procedures are not covered unless the problem you are trying to address is posing a health threat to you.

Cosmetic procedures typically take several months of recovery. Complications can develop but a lot of that depends on you. Follow the doctors instructions throughout the process. Make sure you research the specifics of the procedure you are considering whether it's liposuction or any other form of plastic surgery. Plastic surgery can be the road to a younger, slimmer, healthier you.


About the Author
Rebecca Knight is a writer for www.bestcosmeticprocedures.com where you can find more information on all types of cosmetic procedures.

Plastic Surgeons Offer an Innovative Approach to Rhinoplasty by Lloyd M. Krieger, MD

The nose is the center of our face. As such, it always grabs the attention of those who look at us. Its appearance helps create our overall facial harmony. The nose also has an important functional component. It does our breathing. Its function is complex, and any alterations done to the nose can have profound effects on our ease of breathing.

Among plastic surgery procedures, rhinoplasty is perhaps the most challenging. This procedure is often called a nose job. Paying attention only to aesthetics can lead to problems with breathing following this plastic surgery procedure. Paying attention only to breath flow can compromise aesthetics. To best deal with these issues, our plastic surgeons work to overcome these potential difficulties by using their different perspectives to focus simultaneously on improving both appearance and function.

Because of its equal importance in appearance and breathing, our {a href=" http://www.rodeodriveplasticsurgery.com/aboutus.html"}plastic surgery Los Angeles specialists have developed The Rodeo Drive Breathe Easy Rhinoplasty. Our two plastic surgeons do all of our rhinoplasties as a team. We have different but complementary training and backgrounds that they apply to your rhinoplasty. This interdisciplinary approach provides you with the benefit of a broad perspective and skills during your evaluation and treatment. We give equal focus to the cosmetic and functional aspects of {a href=" http://www.rodeodriveplasticsurgery.com/nosesurgery-losangeles.html"}rhinoplasty in California.

During nose surgery, people sometimes want to remove the bump in their nose, make the nose more narrow, help with breathing, make the nose less crooked, or refine the tip. It is important that people communicate their concerns about their nose to the surgeon in order to obtain the best outcome.

The Rodeo Drive Breathe Easy Rhinoplasty is beneficial for all rhinoplasties, and that's why we always bring this approach to nose surgery. But in some cases, we believe it is especially useful. Some of these complex situations where our approach brings added benefit include ethnic rhinoplasty, revision rhinoplasty, and rhinoplasty for men. These types of procedures can be especially challenging and this approach serves to help provide the best possible results from the {a href=" http://www.rodeodriverhinoplasty"}Los Angeles nose job.

The recovery from rhinoplasty varies for each person, just like for any plastic surgery procedure. Sometimes there will be some bruising for a week or so. We sometimes put packing in the nose for a few days, and you will have to breathe through your mouth during this period. You may have a plaster or silicone splint on your nose for about a week. Most people have very little discomfort following the procedure. Almost everyone tells us that the improvements in their appearance and function are well worth any short-term inconvenience!


About the Author
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An Innovative Approach to Rhinoplasty and Nose Surgery by Lloyd M. Krieger, MD

The nose is the center of our face. As such, it always grabs the attention of those who look at us. Its appearance helps create our overall facial harmony. The nose also has an important functional component. It does our breathing. Its function is complex, and any alterations done to the nose can have profound effects on our ease of breathing.

Among plastic surgery procedures, rhinoplasty is perhaps the most challenging. This procedure is often called a nose job. Paying attention only to aesthetics can lead to problems with breathing following this plastic surgery procedure. Paying attention only to breath flow can compromise aesthetics. To best deal with these issues, our plastic surgeons work to overcome these potential difficulties by using their different perspectives to focus simultaneously on improving both appearance and function.

Because of its equal importance in appearance and breathing, our {a href=" http://www.rodeodriveplasticsurgery.com"}plastic surgeon specialists have developed The Rodeo Drive Breathe Easy Rhinoplasty. Our two plastic surgeons do all of our rhinoplasties as a team. We have different but complementary training and backgrounds that they apply to your rhinoplasty. This interdisciplinary approach provides you with the benefit of a broad perspective and skills during your evaluation and treatment. We give equal focus to the cosmetic and functional aspects of {a href=" http://www.rodeodriverhinoplasty.com"}California rhinoplasty.

During nose surgery, people sometimes want to remove the bump in their nose, make the nose more narrow, help with breathing, make the nose less crooked, or refine the tip. It is important that people communicate their concerns about their nose to the surgeon in order to obtain the best outcome.

The Rodeo Drive Breathe Easy Rhinoplasty is beneficial for all rhinoplasties, and that's why we always bring this approach to nose surgery. But in some cases, we believe it is especially useful. Some of these complex situations where our approach brings added benefit include ethnic rhinoplasty, revision rhinoplasty, and rhinoplasty for men. These types of procedures can be especially challenging and this approach serves to help provide the best possible results.

The recovery from rhinoplasty varies for each person, just like for any plastic surgery procedure. Sometimes there will be some bruising for a week or so. We sometimes put packing in the nose for a few days, and you will have to breathe through your mouth during this period. You may have a plaster or silicone splint on your nose for about a week. Most people have very little discomfort following the procedure. Almost everyone tells us that the improvements in their appearance and function are well worth any short-term inconvenience!


About the Author
Lloyd M. Krieger, MD is a plastic surgeon in California. More information is available on California rhinoplasty.

Benefits of Cosmetic Surgery by Alien

The merits of cosmetic surgery are one of the more debated subjects these days. Joining that debate, let's talk about the benefits of cosmetic surgery.

Benefits of Cosmetic Surgery

With its recent increase in popularity, it seems that everyone these days is getting plastic surgery. The most popular procedures - breast augmentation, facelifts and liposuction - all have something in common. All of these procedures seek to create a better look for the patient, as well as conforming to society's standards. Are these procedures really good for the client, or are they just a product of today's unrealistic ideals? Here are some of the benefits of cosmetic surgery that you might not have thought about.

The physical benefits of cosmetic surgery are very obvious to the eye. People who get plastic surgery show benefits that are immediately noticeable, even if at first they may not look beautiful due to swelling and bruising. For example, if a woman undergoes breast augmentation, her larger cup size will be seen right away, even if her breasts have scars or bruises. The same is true for rhinoplasty and most other types of plastic surgery - these physical benefits are right there.

But what about the emotional benefits of plastic surgery? These results can many times be greater than the physical rewards. If you have felt bad about the way you look, due to a flaw such as a nose that you feel is too large or wrinkles that make you feel old, plastic surgery can make you feel better about yourself. While some doctors and psychologists feel that plastic surgery is not the answer to poor self-esteem, if you feel that there is just one area that needs to be corrected on your body, it can be a solution to better emotional wellness.

There are risks to plastic surgery, which are the same risks that you'll find if you undergo any surgery. There's a risk of a reaction to the anesthesia, as well as a chance for infection or other post-surgery complications. Finally, you can be unhappy with the way that your surgery has turned out after healing; you may expect some results that are impossible due to your underlying structure, or your surgeon may not be able to complete the dramatic transformation you're hoping for.

Whether you're going under the knife for a surgery you've always wanted, or if you just want to erase some wrinkles and make yourself feel younger, the benefits of cosmetic surgery are obvious. Be sure to see a certified plastic surgery for any of your procedures, and think carefully about the results before undergoing any surgery.


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Alien writes for skin diseases . He also writes for skin care and beauty advice