Posted May 19, 2015 in Body Contouring, News & Research, Tummy Tuck (Abdominoplasty)
In a recent study released by the American Society of Plastic Surgeons it was found that patients identified as obese were more likely to require emergency care following plastic surgery. The study looked at patients who had undergone tummy tuck surgery, liposuction, breast reduction, and blepharoplasty and found that those with a BMI that would quality as obese were 72 percent more likely to encounter postsurgical complications.
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Posted May 12, 2015 in Cosmetic Injectables, Facelift, Facial Surgery, Fillers and Injectables, Laser Skin Resurfacing
Facelift surgery is designed to address skin laxity and fat deposits in the neck, along the jawline and chin, and through the mid-face. With a facelift, Los Angeles plastic surgeon Dr. Martin O’Toole can produce a tighter and more youthful appearance, but cannot improve overall skin quality.
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Posted May 05, 2015 in Eyelid Surgery (Blepharoplasty)
If your eyelids have begun to droop, obscuring your eyes or interfering with vision, you may be an ideal candidate for blepharoplasty (eyelid surgery). Eyelid surgery also allows Los Angeles facial plastic surgeon Dr. Martin O’Toole to address sagging, dark, and puffy skin below the eyes for a refreshed and rejuvenated look that can take years off of your appearance. To schedule your free eyelid surgery consultation, please call Dr. O’Toole at (626) 689-7800 today.
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Posted April 28, 2015 in Fillers and Injectables, Non-Surgical Procedures
Radiesse® is a facial filler that has proven to be very effective at reducing the appearance of fine lines and deep wrinkles such as:
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Posted April 21, 2015 in Breast Reduction
Breasts that are overly large and heavy can have a profound impact on many aspects of life. Chief among these is physical discomfort brought about by excess weight in the chest, resulting in back pain along with issues such as bra straps and underwire digging into the skin. If you are experiencing any of these discomforts, Los Angeles breast surgeon Dr. Martin O’Toole is here to help.
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Posted April 14, 2015 in Arm Lift, Body Contouring, Liposuction, Thigh Lift
If you are unhappy with the size or shape of your body, it may be time to discuss your body contouring options with board-certified Los Angeles plastic surgeon Dr. Martin O’Toole. Paying close attention to your concerns and listening carefully to your desires, Dr. O’Toole can customize your body contouring treatments to produce a look you will love. Please call (626) 689-7800 today to schedule your free consultation and let us get started on helping you reach your cosmetic goals.
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Posted April 02, 2015 in Preparing for Surgery
If you are considering breast surgery, here’s something important to keep in mind: anyone, and that means anyone with a medical degree can call himself a “cosmetic surgeon” and offer breast augmentation, lift, reduction, and reconstruction. Even if this surgeon has no formal training in breast surgery or related cosmetic procedures, he can perform complex and delicate breast operations without fear of reprisal.
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Posted March 27, 2015 in Best Time for Surgery, Breast Implants, News & Research, Septoplasty
France’s National Cancer Institute has recently required warnings be placed on silicone breast implants stating that this type of implant increases risks for anaplastic large cell lymphoma – an extremely rare type of breast cancer. According to FNCI, 18 women with silicone breast implants have been diagnosed with ALCL since 2011.
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Posted March 17, 2015 in Brow Lift
Brow lift surgery, also known as a forehead lift, is designed to tighten and smooth the area running from in between the eyebrows to the hairline. With a brow lift, Los Angeles plastic surgeon Dr. Martin O’Toole can address deep lines and creases running across the forehead, smooth furrows at the bridge of the nose, and lift sagging or droopy eyebrows for a more alert and youthful look. If you are unhappy with the appearance of your forehead, you may be the perfect candidate for brow lift surgery.
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Posted March 11, 2015 in Eyelid Surgery (Blepharoplasty), Facial Surgery
Blepharoplasty, alternately called eyelid surgery and eye lift, is a procedure that is used to produce a more youthful and alert look to the eyes. With blepharoplasty, Pasadena plastic surgeon Dr. Martin O’Toole can:
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