November 2008 Newsletter

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Plastic Surgery CheckList

Before having plastic surgery, it is important to make sure you have found an experienced plastic surgeon and are fully aware of what your procedure entails, including risks and recovery time. While these are important factors, patients often forget other essential details. Here is a plastic surgery checklist that can help ensure you’re well on your way to a successful outcome.

Check on the plastic surgeon’s credentials. When having plastic surgery, it is of utmost importance to find a surgeon who has the training and certification specializing in your procedure(s) of interest. Any doctor can claim to be a cosmetic or plastic surgeon, so look for “Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon” in their title, or have a background check performed. Read Full Blog Entry

Am I A Good Candidate For Tummy Tuck?

Tummy tuck, or abdominoplasty, is performed to achieve a smoother, flatter looking tummy. Diet and exercise often result in a soft abdominal area, which is why many people find that having their abdominal muscles tightened is one benefit that tummy tuck surgery offers. However, patients should carefully consider the following.

It is important for patients to remember that the main purpose of tummy tuck surgery is to change the shape of the body and that it does not result in weight loss. In other words, tummy tuck procedures are performed to enhance body shape, not create a perfect body. Read Full Article

Answers To Your Weight Loss Surgery Questions

Having weight loss surgery is a very important step in one’s life. The results are life-changing and patients are required to keep up with a mandatory dietary and exercise plans to maintain their weight and decrease health risks. Therefore, it is important to have knowledge of what to expect before, during and after the surgery.

When considering weight loss surgery, speaking to a Board-Certified Surgeon can help clarify your concerns, feelings and goals. Asking questions and getting answers can make you feel more at ease and inform you on what to expect after the procedure. Read Full Article

Cosmetic Surgery Decisions

If you are considering cosmetic surgery, you are not alone. Many men and women are opting for cosmetic surgery and the numbers of procedures are soaring year after year.  What is the driving force behind cosmetic surgery decisions?

For men and women with realistic expectations about what cosmetic surgery can achieve for them, cosmetic surgery is a good way to further enhance body satisfaction. If they are already happy with the way they look, they might think of having cosmetic surgery as a way to gratify their emotional and physical needs. Read Full Article

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