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Facelift Procedures Step-by-Step

February 20th, 2013

Summary: Understanding your cosmetic procedure is critical in achieving the results you ultimately desire. If you are considering a facelift, learning the four step surgical process will help make your experience even more enjoyable. Read the rest of this entry »

Look Younger with Cosmetic Surgery: It’s a Fact

March 23rd, 2012

Summary: For years patients of cosmetic surgery have experienced amazing results. A recent study conducted by team of doctors has concluded that facial rejuvenation procedures have a concrete effect on the age that you appear to be, and they have the numbers to back it up. Read the rest of this entry »

Newest Trend: Facelifts for Men

March 22nd, 2012

Summary: The number of men who are getting facelifts in Chicago is on the rise. There are many factors that contribute to this, but the results are very simple: men are looking younger, sexier, and more in control than ever before.

At The Top

Facelift procedures are very common in the world of cosmetic surgery. They have been popular with women for years who want to look and feel younger and more refreshed. One of the latest trends, however, is men getting on board and saying “we want it, too!” More and more men are discussing facial cosmetic procedures with their doctors and a record number of them are going under the knife. There are so many reasons that men are wanting to cash in on this amazing procedure. Wanting to stay ahead at work, trying to maintain the look they feel most comfortable with, getting back into the dating world… these are just a few of the reasons men flocking to their surgeons for a facelift.

Just the Simple Facts

Looking younger, more awake, and more rejuvenated can have some amazing effects on both your professional and personal life. Many men are saying that they want to stay “relevant” in the business world, and hope to accomplish this through a facelift. A facelift procedure can be easily explained in just a few easy

steps:

Step One: Incisions will be made along the hairline and/or behind the ears and under the chin. These incisions are very discrete and are often unseen after surgery. These cuts will allow the skin of the face to be lifted.

Step Two: After the skin has been lifted, doctors begin the real task of tightening your muscles, performing liposuction on your jowls, whatever is necessary to achieve the results you desire. Your Chicago plastic surgeon will discuss all of your options before surgery so that your final look is the one you’ve been hoping for.

Step Three: The changes have been made and your incisions are closed up. This is when the healing process begins. Bandages will be put in place to reduce your risk of infection. Your doctor will monitor your recovery and make sure everything goes along smoothly.

The more you know about your surgery before, the more comfortable you will be after. This discussion will also help you to find the doctor that is best qualified to give you amazing results.

Men at Work

From the boardroom to the bedroom, men want to look good. They want to appear younger, sexier, more in control, more confident, more capable, and more relevant. Thousands of men everywhere are starting to understand that this can be achieved with a facelift. Cosmetic surgery has a stigma surrounding it that it’s only for women. Not in 2012, it’s not! Guys are taking charge and with the help of their doctor they are moving ahead and breaking the stereotype. It’s a cut throat world out there with the economy being as it is. To stay on top of the game, some work needs to be done.

Write Your Own Story

Whether you’re a man who is considering a facelift, or a woman who knows of a guy that is in need of a little life-altering boost, considering a facelift could be the smartest decision you make. The trends show and more men are going under the knife than ever before. The stigma is disappearing, and the story of cosmetic surgery is being rewritten by men everywhere who want to look and feel like a million bucks.

Cosmetic Surgery is Recession Proof

March 16th, 2012

Summary: Many people are tightening their belts due to these tough economic times. Studies show, however, that Milwaukee plastic surgery procedures are actually on the rise. It seems many people are willing to spend in order to look and feel better.

The Face of our Economy

Let’s be honest: our economy could use facelift! Times are tough, and people are cutting back on a lot of expenses they once thought were necessary. Despite this new need to budget, however, cosmetic surgery is on the rise. It seems that people still find the amazing results of plastic surgery procedures necessary, even in the most troubled of times.

The Cold, Hard Facts

While some say that our economy is getting better, it’s still not where it could be and people are still feeling the negative effects of the recession. What people do not seem to be feeling is a need to stop going under the knife. Doctors performed nearly 14 million cosmetic surgeries last year, and these numbers are on the rise over 5 percent from the year before. There are many contributing factors to this trend, but it is likely that people are seeking out a way to look and feel better when they aren’t at their happiest. Cosmetic surgery procedures can make you appear younger, more vibrant, and more awake. In a recession, those results can be critical.

Below is a list of procedures patients all over the country are seeking out, and some potential reasons they may be doing so. This not only shows the climate of cosmetic surgery, but also the climate of our economy.

Face and Neck Lifts: These procedures help patients to look younger and more refreshed. In the work place these things are critical to landing or even keeping a job. In general, a more rejuvenated outward appearance may help to make you feel better on the inside as well.

Tummy Tucks: Younger patients are seeking out cosmetic surgery in record numbers. Many are new mothers who want to get their figures back after childbirth. This has been a goal of women since the dawn of time, and no recession is going to stop this!

Breast Augmentation: Looking and feeling your best is something that people want even more when times are tough because in a way, it’s one of the only things you have control over. An increase in the size of your breasts could give you the confidence boost you need to weather these tough times and come out unscathed.

Botox and Other Injections/Fillers:
Non-surgical cosmetic techniques are seeing a huge boom in popularity because they are less expensive than traditional surgeries and the downtime is a lot faster, meaning that you will need to spend less time away from work.

You Are Next

You deserve to be happy, and look amazing. You may have been recently saving your pennies here and there, but when it comes to your appearance there should be no cutting corners. There are people working every day to fix the economy, but chances are, if you elect to undergo a cosmetic procedure- you will be in better shape than they are in an even faster amount of time. The numbers show that the recession isn’t stopping people from seeking out the look they desire. Why not follow trend?

Beautiful Face without the Trauma

January 8th, 2012

Summary: One of the more negative side effects of getting a traditional facelift has to do with how invasive the procedure is. Now, a new technique called the Silhouette Lift can give you the same results faster and easier.

New and Improved

Silhouette Lift is a facial rejuvenation technique that produces the same results as a traditional facelift without the harsh risks and side effects. It is a much less invasive procedure, and the advanced techniques eliminate the need for general anesthesia and large, permanent scarring. The results of the lift will be immediate and there is hardly any recovery time!  These days, the best bet for cosmetic surgery is to look into the most current and advanced techniques and technologies. Silhouette Lifts are your best choice.

Benefits of the Lift

Silhouette Lifts are really great for a number of reasons. Below is a list of just a few of the amazing benefits:

  • Works for both men and women
  • Best for those between the ages of 40 and 70
  • Volume is redistributed so your face looks fuller and more youthful
  • Stimulates the renewal of your natural collagen
  • Procedure requires only local anesthesia (meaning less risk!)
  • Smoothes wrinkles and other signs of aging
  • Reduced side effects from procedure = faster recovery time

Faster, Faster, Faster

The reduced recovery time is probably the number one benefit of the Silhouette Lift. With traditional surgeries the recovery time is lengthy because of bruising, swelling, and scarring— never mind the scary potential of complications from general anesthesia! With this new procedure that is minimally invasive, you will see a reduction of all of these risks and effects. While facial movements should be limited for about 2 or 3, normal activities like walking or sitting at a computer can be done almost immediately. You will see your beautiful results in an instant!

How it’s Different

Traditional facelifts involve a lot of big incisions and is an overall harsh and invasive procedure. Silhouette Lifts uses special suture threads that give that lifted look without a lot of cutting and scarring. Because of this minimally invasive new technology, you can undergo the procedure while under a simple local anesthetic. Bruising and scarring is minimalized and the whole thing is a lot less time consuming. Your relaxed and refreshed appearance will match your mood because you will feel so much more relaxed knowing that you’re making a safer, easier choice.

Best Choice, Now

The best candidates for this procedure are those who are of good health and have a skin thickness that is of average consistency. If you have had a facelift in the past and are still experiencing sagging skin and jowls you may also be a good candidate. Young people make great patients as well because they are usually in great physical shape and recover very quickly. Discuss with your doctor any prior procedures you’ve had and the results that you’re hoping to achieve with your Silhouette Lift. Chances are it’s the best choice for you! Less invasive, technologically advanced ways of going about cosmetic enhancement are always the safest choice and a decision that can be made with the most confidence. You don’t want to risk it- get an amazing new face with Silhouette Lift!

If you’re interested in learning more about facial rejuvenation procedures we suggest you visit Miami plastic surgeon Dr. Moises Salama of Elite Plastic Surgery in South Florida.

Face The Clock

December 5th, 2011

A facelift or rhytidectomy works to tighten the underlying support structures of the face, creating a natural and youthful appearance. Facelifts remain popular for both women and men in the United States.

 

Facelifts Offer Long-Lasting Way to Turn Back the Clock

 

When you are traveling down memory lane and looking at old family photos, you might notice that the face staring back at you is younger, firmer, with fewer wrinkles, less sagging skin and no real signs of sun damage. If you have started avoiding the camera, or the mirror, due to the signs of aging on your face, a facelift or rhytidectomy can help address a variety of issues on the face, creating a beautiful and youthful look for years to come.

 

With better technology and cosmetic options, there are several facelift options to consider. If your neck and upper face are pretty smooth, then a mini facelift might be perfect for you; a mini lift focuses on the lower portion of the face, especially the cheeks and jaw, often afflicted by sagging skin or jowls. A good mini facelift will make the lower portion of your face work in concert with the upper portion and take years off that particular area.

 

A full facelift can address the neck and the entire face, depending on your face and your goals. The costs and recovery time for mini facelifts are less than those for a full facelift. Many people also choose to couple facelifts with other procedures, including liposuction or eyelid lifts, for example.

 

You should be in good overall health and discuss any medications you are currently taking with your cosmetic surgeon; this surgery is especially effective for men and women in their 40s, 50s and 60s, although it can be performed on people older than that as well.

 

If you schedule a consultation with a board-certified cosmetic surgeon, he or she can examine your facial structure and features and provide information on the best cosmetic services for you. This meeting will also give you the opportunity to ask any questions you have about facelifts and the cosmetic surgeon’s practice. You have a right to ask any and every question and to feel comfortable with the Dallas cosmetic surgeon you choose.

 

While a facelift is not a miracle on its own (you will need to give your face ample time to heal and maintain good, healthy habits, including drinking lots of water), you might think it is – facelifts can address everything from loose skin to sunken cheeks to deep-set wrinkles to age and sun spots. A good facelift looks very natural; make sure that you look at some before-and-after photos so you have a better idea of what to expect.

 

When all is said and done, a facelift can give you the ability to look right into the camera, smile and say “cheese” with glee rather than worry. A facelift can make your next trip down memory lane even more enjoyable and delightful.