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- Eyelid Reduction
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- Male Chest Reduction
- Neck Lift
- Otoplasty/Pinnaplasty
- Tummy Tuck
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The incisions are done to leave as little obvious scarring as possible. Scars are typically small and gradually disappear with appropriate treatment.
Scars for the upper eyelids are hidden at the natural crease making them minimally visible. Scars for the lower eyelids are placed below the eyelashes to reduce their visibility.
Yes, for more complete results, VASER liposuction can be coupled with other procedures.
Swelling is a side effect of all surgical treatments, including facelifts. Bruising following surgery varies depending on the patient’s natural healing processes. After two to three weeks, any swelling and bruising should subside and eventually go away.
Recovery time for buccal fat pad removal is very short. Most patients like to have their procedure on a Friday to be ready for work on Monday. The full recovery takes less than a week.
Some studies have demonstrated that the results of a neck lift will last longer if done at a younger age. Nonetheless, a neck lift is not a procedure done in order to prevent natural ageing. It is done to resolve the changes that have been noticed and disliked.
Browlifts are among the longest – lasting cosmetic procedures we perform; nine out of ten people who have a browlift never need another.
Recovery from Arm Lift surgery typically takes 4-6 weeks. In the first 1-2 weeks, patients will experience swelling, bruising, and some discomfort. Heavy lifting and intense physical activities should be avoided during the entire recovery period to allow proper healing.
Every surgery results in some level of scarring but, since the incisions for otoplasty are behind the ear, it tends to be hidden.
Those who think their top lip is too long, want their upper teeth to show more when they smile, or want a fuller-looking lip without filler are the best candidates.
Yes, Arm Lift surgery involves making an incision, which leaves a scar. Scars are usually placed on the underside or back of the arm to minimise visibility. Over time, these scars tend to fade, but their permanence varies from person to person.
The results of Buccal fat reduction are permanent. However, it can be reversed if the patientgains a significant amount of weight.
Buccal fat removal can be performed with several other procedures to improve the overall appearance of the face:
- Blepharoplasty
- Face and Neck Lift
- Chin Augmentation
Bags in the lower or upper eyelids are common characteristics of an ageing face. Some patients have a genetic predisposition to these bags or have excess skin in their eyelids. These can be good candidates for the procedure.
Those who wish to enhance their face proportions and have a big forehead or high hairline are the best prospects. In addition to having a steady hairline and strong scalp elasticity, candidates should be in generally good health.
The clitoris and key nerve structures are unaffected by the operation, which targets superfluous tissue. After mending is finished, the sensation should not change.
Yes, many patients opt for labia reduction after childbirth to address changes in the labia caused by pregnancy and delivery. It is recommended to wait until you have completed healing from childbirth.
Yes, the fat cells eliminated by VASER liposuction are irreversibly gone. However, substantial weight increase can result in the buildup of fat in other parts of the body, it is crucial to maintain a steady weight.
Along the hairline, there will be a tiny scar, although it usually goes away with time and is frequently covered by hair. In order to achieve a natural appearance, surgeons employ procedures to reduce scarring.
If a patient presents with a too high or receded hairline, a forehead reduction can be done with the browlift. Moving the scalp hair forward surgically will lower the upper forehead hairline.
Eyelid surgery only fixes peripheral vision that is blocked by droopy eyelids. There are many other causes of peripheral vision loss, including glaucoma, occlusions, a detached retina or a compression of the optic nerve. If you are experiencing peripheral vision loss, it is important to schedule an appointment with our eye doctor for a thorough examination and diagnosis.
There is no single reason why a man might have enlarged breasts, but there are several lifestyle and genetic factors that are thought to contribute to the condition:
- Hormonal changes: fluctuations in sex hormones such as testosterone and estrogen can cause breasts to enlarge; this is common boys during puberty. In the majority of cases, puberty-related gynecomastia will subside as a young man matures.
- Drugs or alcohol: certain prescription medications, anabolic steroids and recreational drugs, including marijuana, have been linked to gynecomastia. Heavy alcohol use may also contribute to the condition.
- Genetic conditions: Klinefelter’s syndrome and other genetic disorders can cause hormonal imbalances that lead to enlarged male breasts
- Obesity: excess fat can accumulate in the chest, causing the breasts to grow
Weight loss may help reduce the appearance of male breasts that are largely composed of fatty tissue, but more often than not, gynecomastia in adult men cannot be completely eliminated without surgery. If an excess of glandular tissue has developed, no amount of diet or exercise can get rid of it.
Commonly there is little pain or bruising involved. It takes one to two weeks for most of the swelling to subside, although the area may be sensitive for three weeks. The pressure dressing is removed after five to seven days. Ears may feel numb for the first two to three months after the surgery, and the sensation will return slowly with time.
We perform Male Breast Reduction/Gynecomastia removal with Local Anaesthetic only depending on the patient and the extent of the procedure. Post-operative discomfort is typically minimal, and most men find it easily controllable with oral pain relievers. Recovery after male breast reduction also varies depending on the extent and type of procedure but is usually relatively quick. Many men are able to return to work 2 to 3 days after their procedures and are able to resume their fitness routines after about 3 weeks. While you will probably notice an improvement immediately after surgery, final results take a few months.
The results of male breast reduction are typically long lasting so long as you maintain a stable weight and refrain from substances that are known to cause gynecomastia. We cannot stress enough how life-enhancing this surgery can be for men who suffer from gynecomastia. Our patients typically experience a boost in confidence that leads to greater satisfaction in many aspects of their social and professional lives.
The results of Arm Lift surgery can be long-lasting, provided that patients maintain a stable weight and follow a healthy lifestyle. However, factors such as ageing can still affect the appearance of the arms over time.
- Swelling.
- Bruising.
- Numbness
By exposing more of the upper teeth, a lip lift can improve your smile and give it a more youthful, balanced appearance. It shouldn’t affect how the muscles work, preserving the natural smile.
Regretfully, a surgery cannot stop the natural aging — nothing can — so your neck lift results cannot last forever. However, given that you are taking good care of your skin your results should last from 10 to 12 years. Please note that severe weight gain can reverse the results of a neck lift.
Following tummy tuck surgery, drain tubes will need to be left in place for about one week. Most patients experience some bruising and/or swelling, though these symptoms should subside over the course of a few weeks. The majority of individuals are able to return to non-strenuous jobs or activities after about one to two weeks; however, heavy lifting and/or strenuous physical labour should be avoided for at least six to eight weeks. To help facilitate healing, patients are often encouraged to walk around as soon as they feel comfortable enough to do so.
No. There is no set upper age limit for buccal fat reduction.
Eyelid surgery (blepharoplasty) is a cosmetic procedure that removes excess skin and fat from the eyelids. Blepharoplasty surgery changes the appearance of sagging eyelids and bags under the eyes.
Yes. Patients frequently face both brow droop and surplus upper eyelid skin. These patients require both a browlift and a n upper eyelift.
Though the procedure will be tailored to address each patient’s unique needs and goals, abdominoplasty generally involves the tightening of abdominal muscles, the excision of excess skin, and the removal of fat via liposuction. During a full tummy tuck, an incision will typically be made low on the abdomen, extending from one hip to the other. Similarly, the incision for a mini tummy tuck will be concealed low on the abdomen, though it is often a bit shorter in length. Depending on the technique and extent of work involved, the operation generally takes approximately two to four hours to complete.
The goal of the procedure is to remove the excess skin to make the eyes look more fresh and rejuvenated. This in some cases may cause the eye shape to look mildly different due to excess skin no longer being present.
The effects should endure for several years. The facelift tries to combat the most difficult apparent indicators of ageing because the ageing process is ongoing. You can extend the results of the facelift as long as possible by leading a healthy lifestyle and following good skincare practices.
Buccal fat reduction is a procedure suitable for patients of all ages that have completed their development since majority or the population will start losing fat on their face between the ages of 20-35. If the fat is removed prematurely, your face might have an excessively skinny or unhealthy appearance.
Scarring is maintained to a minimum using the most cutting-edge facelift techniques now available. The locations of the incisions will be carefully chosen to minimise visibility during healing and over time. Both for men and women, they are also very well hidden.
Often, the hairline and the area around the ears are where a facelift leaves scars. This indicates that your hair can help conceal the scars. Your scars will fade and flatten with time and good care, becoming practically undetectable.
It’s recommended not to perform strenuous exercise for the first 2-3 weeks following the facelift procedure.
The hairline is lowered during forehead reduction surgery, but the hair density along the hairline is maintained. If there is thinning, hair transplants could be suggested in certain situations.
Blepharoplasty is preferred by patients who want to reduce the bags under their eyes or eliminate droopy eyelids that are making them look tired or grumpy. On some occasions it is performed in order to restore peripheral vision that has been impaired by severe excess skin.
People who are almost at their target weight but battle with recalcitrant fat areas that don’t go away with diet and exercise are the best candidates. It is a body contouring treatment for areas such as the neck, back, arms, chest, thighs, and abdomen; it is not a weight-loss option.
A recent study showed a portfolio of photographs of a group of patients before a neck lift and another after. On average the neck lift patients were judged to be nine years younger than their presurgical counterparts.
A lip lift is a surgical procedure that includes a plastic surgeon making incisions in an area of the mouth to improve the shape and fullness of the lips. A lip lift is always performed under local anaesthesia with little to no discomfort.
Although lip filler treatments are wonderful, they must be repeated. For some patients, fillers may be required several times per year. Patients who want results that last longer than the temporary results achieved with injectable fillers are turning to lip lift surgery as a permanent option.
Lip lifts may benefit certain patients more than lip fillers would because they may not react well to filler substances. Opting for a lip lift also avoids the risk of duck lips or trout pout look that can accompany incorrectly filled lips. With patients who are older, the lips will tend to decrease in volume and get longer with age.
The incisions are hidden behind the ear.
You will be provided with a chest compression garment to wear for 6 weeks post procedure.
Lip augmentation with an implant is reversible; that is to say, the implant can be removed during a subsequent surgery. Lip augmentation with most injectables is temporary, so the effects disappear on their own with time.
While there are typically no major risks associated with becoming pregnant after tummy tuck surgery, it is typically recommended that patients wait until they are done having children before undergoing the procedure. Doing so can help ensure the results achieved are not compromised by the bodily changes that often occur during pregnancy.
While fillers require ongoing care, a lip lift offers a lasting improvement. For people who have a lengthy upper lip that covers their upper teeth or who wish to seem fuller without having to get filler procedures all the time, a lip lift is perfect.
You will be free to leave the clinic directly after your treatment.
The scaring is minimal and well-hidden in the natural furrow beneath the nose because the incision is made near the base of the nose. Scars typically fade over time and become less noticeable.
The best candidates for Arm Lift surgery are individuals with loose, sagging skin on the upper arms due to weight loss or ageing. Ideal patients should have a stable weight and be in good overall health.
Both full and mini abdominoplasties involve the tightening of abdominal muscles and the removal of excess skin. The main difference is that the full tummy tuck is typically employed to rejuvenate the areas both above and below the belly button whereas the mini tummy tuck is generally confined to the lower abdomen below the belly button.
In general, recovery is faster than traditional liposuction. Although soreness, bruising, and swelling are typical for one to two weeks, most patients are able to resume their jobs in a matter of days. In order to reduce swelling and provide support to the treated area while it heals, a compression garment is typically worn. Full recovery could take 2-4 weeks.
Best and the safest answer is when you feel ready to do so. Since the requirements of every job vary greatly, giving a single answer will not be correct. As long as your work does not involve heavy lifting, you can expect to be able to get back to work within 1-2 weeks. Given that it is possible, you may work from home, starting from the next day.
Blepharoplasty is done on an outpatient basis. You will be able to go back home soon after your procedure, once your surgeon determines that it is safe for you to return home. As a rule of thumb, your stitches, if not self-dissolving, will be removed after 7 to 10 days. Most patients make a full recovery within one month, although recovery may take longer on occasion.
Following a buccal fat removal, you will have a sharper and more contoured appearance. Traditional facial liposuction cannot give the same results since this area cannot be treated with liposuction. Patients who suffer from resistant facial fat that doesn’t shift with diet and exercise are the ones that benefit the most from buccal fat removal.
The results of blepharoplasty last, on average, for at least 5-10 years. This number is influenced by how well you take care of your skin.
To qualify for this procedure, appearance is more important than age. More often than not, patients will be in their early forties, with the most common age for a facelift being in the mid-fifties. The maximum age limit is determined by the patients’ health status.
Unfortunately there is no surgery without scars, however the scars for the gynecomastia procedure are hidden half way around the areola and a small one below the breast.
Tummy tuck surgery is designed to improve the appearance of a prominent lower stomach region, which is often caused by loose, excess skin and lax abdominal muscles. In many instances, stubborn deposits of fat in and around the abdomen can also be removed.
Indeed, males who use anabolic steroids may have increased breast tissue as a result of a sex hormone imbalance. Gynecomastia is one of the negative effects of using androgenic drugs or chemicals, such as androgenic steroids, prohormones, or even some prescription drugs.
Mild soreness, bruising, and swelling are common during recovery, and these side effects normally go away in a week or two. After a week, the majority of patients can resume their regular activities.