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Cosmetic Surgery - Selecting a Surgeon

December 16th, 2011 by admin | No Comments | Filed in Uncategorized

Improving or beautifying the appearance through medical or surgical techniques is called . It can be performed on any area of the body, neck and head. Cosmetic surgery is an elective option since the treated part is functioning well and the procedure is undertaken to improve the lacking aesthetic appeal.

In the US, the average age of persons undergoing is around forty-one years. The elderly patients seek facelifts, breast lifts, botox and bleparoplasty, whereas the younger patients are treated for liposuction, breast augmentation, dermabrasion and rhinoplasty.

Removing sagging skin and major wrinkles to restore a more youthful appearance is achieved by undergoing a rhytidectomy or facelift surgery. Removal of excess skin, tightening of the neck and facial muscles are involved in a facelift.

Consider various issues such as the credentials, experience, referrals when choosing a cosmetic surgeon. It is an important decision and you must give a careful thought when choosing a provider. Most of the cosmetic surgeons welcome the patient’s questions and want them to be totally at ease with them.

Without any hesitation, verify the physician’s medical certifications, membership in professional societies and their medical license. Check the surgeon’s medical education and training in . Ascertain the number of similar procedures done by the physician and how often such surgeries are performed. Since surgeons are not experts in all areas, a surgeon who did a good facelift for your friend might not be suitable for doing a breast augmentation. Go through “the before and after” photographs of patients which have undergone surgery and assess the results.

No doubt, only a surgeon can highlight the results possible for you. Find out whether there any other techniques with varying risks, recovery time, results and other benefits. Check whether the will be performed in a surgical facility, which meets the certain minimum standards for obtaining and maintaining its accreditation.

Ensure that there is a personal rapport between your surgeon and yourself. Check your level of comfort with the staff at the surgery and the level of communication with them. Probe and get a satisfactory answer when some evasive or incomplete answer is given to your queries.
A rushed decision on your surgery by an impatient doctor is a no no. Avoid unsterile environments. Immediately put a stop if a doctor is planning to combine many major surgeries in one operation. Run away from a doctor who is not answering your questions or refusing to provide the information sought by you.

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Penis Enlargement Devices: Do They Work?

December 7th, 2011 by admin | No Comments | Filed in Uncategorized

The Internet is flooded with websites promoting penis enlargement devices, pills, and techniques. Penis enlargement products can range in price from about $30 to over $1000, but are you really getting what you pay for?

Pills
A product once promoted by a Penthouse Playmate called Longitude proposed that men ingest two of its capsules per day for a larger penis. After one to three weeks, a small increase in penis length and girth was to be expected. During weeks four through eight, the user was to expect a noticeable thickness in the erect and flaccid state. Week nine promised that you will be both thicker and longer (1 inch or more). There was a supposed 30-day money back guarantee for the unsatisfied customer. (I just want to make it clear that this article was written a few years ago and I never tried any of these products. I have updated this article and am bringing this update for continued awareness from an unbiased perspective.)

One of the marketing schemes that Longitude used was the fact that all of its ingredients were all natural and completely safe. The ingredients were as follows: Zinc, 300 Yohimbe, Maca, Catuaba, Muira Puama, Oyster Meat, L-Arginine, Oat Straw, Nettle Leaf, Cayenne, Pumpkin Seed, Sarsaparilla, Orchic Substance, Licorice Root, Astragalus, Tribulus, Boron, and Ginseng.

After reviewing all of the literature on Longitude’s ingredients, I made one conclusion: There was no substantial evidence suggesting that it actually worked. The majority of studies done on each of its ingredients, excluding zinc, arginine, and ginseng, had been conducted on laboratory animals such as rats. In addition, only one or two studies were related to sexual function. It appeared that Longitude worked by stimulating erection, not growth.

The company was able to cover this claim easily because the product did what it said it would: increase penis size 1″, 2″, even 3″. Your penis will most likely increase to that size from the flaccid state, especially if stimulated. This was a clever way to market the product because the company never lied
to the consumer, only mislead them.

Considering that the product took at least 60 days to exert its full effects, the 30-day money back guarantee didn’t even make sense. Plus, the fact that you would be monitoring your penis size daily would have most likely lead to results that were not there. In the end, the company was shutdown and penis advertisements on television have become scarce.

Penis Pumping
Another product marketed to consumers is the Dr. Joel Kaplan vacuum system. The advertisement suggests that it has been FDA approved for penis enlargement. Don’t be fooled. The FDA approval is only for its use as an aid to cure erectile dysfunction (not being able to get an erection). This claim has misled consumers thinking that it is proven to increase penis growth. You may experience short-term growth because you are sucking more blood into the penis. However, this may be a risky thing to do.

Surgery
As of now, the only guaranteed way to increase the size of your penis is through , followed by stretching . The downside to this is the risk of damage to the nerves surrounding the area resulting in loss of erectile function; or even worse, an oddly shaped penis. The surgery is quite costly, and is still considered in the experimental stage.

Good research has not been conducted in the area of penis enlargement techniques. As of now, there are no supplements that one can take to actually increase penis growth per se. Viagra and Cialis are available for men who lack the ability to achieve and sustain an erection. Most supplements marketed as penis enlargement enhancers use the same principle. The only difference is that they use herbal extracts that have been used in Third World countries for the same thing. The results are not as significant and may pose a threat to health, given the lack of FDA regulation. Aphrodisiacs and stimulants are added to supplements in hopes of increasing libido and producing a harder and firmer erection.

Although some products on the market may show short-term benefits in regards to penis enlargement, there is no quick fix to the problem that many men encounter everyday. Research has shown that the average penis size in the flaccid state is 3.9 inches. Erect state averages between five and seven inches. One of the concerns that men have is that the size of their penis in the flaccid state is too small. Showering with other men in the locker room can lead to embarrassment and the feeling of inadequacy.

Advertisement of penis enlargement devices will continue to plague the American market. What you must be aware of is the fact that nothing, besides surgery, will permanently increase the size of your penis. Surgery has many dangers associated with it, and the risks far exceed the benefits. Don’t waste your money, or risk injuring yourself for something of this magnitude.

Chris Theberge is the founder of the Nutrition and Food Web Archive, NutriWeb Designs, and Dietitian Designs. Visit nafwa.org The Nutrition and Food Web Archive for free nutrition and food-related resources.

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What Tummy Tucks Are About

November 30th, 2011 by admin | No Comments | Filed in Uncategorized

The tummy tuck is a form of also known as abdominoplasty. Its purpose is to change the appearance of the abdomen to a more desirable shape. Hence, the popular term, tummy tuck. It involves the removal of excess skin and fat from the mid and lower abdomen to create a smooth and flatter appearance. This normally includes/results in a tightening of the muscles of the abdominal wall. A tummy tuck procedure is usually taken because the individual has been unable to achieve desired results through normal and exercise. This may be common for those that have experienced sudden weight loss or are older, as in both cases a flat stomach cannot be acquired through exercise and alone. In particular, tummy tucks are popular amongst women who have had children but do not intend on bearing children in the future.

While there are various types of tummy tucks, they tend to fall into two categories: partial abdominoplasty and complete abdominoplasty.

The former category consists of a small incision made between the hips, just above the pubic area. This is followed by the removal of excess skin between the incision and the navel, and stitches.

The latter category consists of an incision made from hip to hip, just above the pubic area. Another incision is made around the navel to free it. Skin from the abdominal wall is then detached to reveal the muscles to be tightened. The muscles themselves are then tightened with sutures. Extra skin is then removed, while the remainder is reattached. Finally, all stitches are dressed, while any extra fluid from the area is drained.

An individual may experience bruising, some pain, and other discomforts within ten days after the procedure. Normally, a supportive abdominal binder is worn to contain the swelling and help support recovery of the muscles. The time needed for recovery from the procedure can take several weeks. As usual, (before, as well), stringent dieting and any intense physical activity should be avoided. All three factors can affect the ability of the body to recover.

Before considering undergoing the procedure, individuals should be in relatively good health. This applies to both their mental state as well as their physical. Patients should have realistic expectations of the procedure. Again, it is neither considered an alternative to and/or exercise, nor should be undergone by women planning on bearing children in the future. As well, past scarring from abdominal surgery may be sufficient cause against the procedure, since additional scarring can result.

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How Do Cosmetic Injectables Work?

October 20th, 2011 by admin | No Comments | Filed in Uncategorized

The cosmetic filler Sculptra® is made of poly-L-lactic acid (PLLA) which is a synthetic material. Since Sculptra is not made from an animal source, it does not require a skin test (a nice side benefit of this product). PLLA is “biocompatible,” meaning that it doesn’t harm the body, and “biodegradable,” which means it can be broken down within the body.

If you have wrinkles on your face or deep nasolabial folds (the lines starting at your nose and extending down along the sides of your mouth) then Sculptra® may be a good filler for you to consider. It also helps with sunken areas on the face where loss of fat has occurred, including the temples, under the eyes, the cheeks, and the chin area. Sculptra® can smooth out, fill in, and decrease problems with the appearance in these facial areas.

Sculptra® is injected in small amounts under the skin using a very fine needle. This filler gradually corrects depressions in your skin, so more than one treatment may be required, depending upon which area of the face is targeted and how deep the depressions are. An experienced board certified or board certified plastic surgeon will be able to advise you on the appropriate number of treatment sessions that would be indicated to achieve the results you are seeking.

For deeper depressions such as nasolabial folds, three to six treatments may be needed and are normally scheduled about 4
weeks apart. The results from Sculptra® usually last one to two years – longer than the duration of most other dermal fillers.

As with most dermal fillers, side effects are usually minimal. Immediately following the injection, there may be redness, pain or bruising in the treated area. These effects usually disappear in hours or just a few days. Ice can be applied after the injection to decrease any swelling, and most patients feel very comfortable going about their normal daily routine very quickly after treatments with dermal fillers.

Even though injectables are considered a “non invasive” cosmetic procedure, it is highly recommended that you consult with a board certified or plastic surgeon before making your decision to elect such treatment. Those physicians have a sharpened expertise resulting from years of training and a wealth of experience in cosmetic procedures. Your guidance and product recommendations should come from doctors who are specialists in the area of dermal fillers – and once a product or procedure is selected, you’ll want the professional treating you to be one who fully understands facial anatomy and the nuances of injecting Sculptra® or any treatment you may select.

Note: The specific risks and the suitability of Sculptra® for a given individual can be determined only at the time of consultation with a physician. All procedures have some degree of risk. The information provided here is not a substitute for a consultation.

Thoroughly research the products and procedures for all cosmetic treatments. For more information on Sculptra® or ljcsc.com La Jolla body contouring, visit La Jolla Cosmetic Surgery Centre at ljcsc.com ljcsc.com.

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