Posted December 01, 2014 in Breast Augmentation, Breast Implants, Breast Lift, Breast Reduction
A new study conducted by researchers at Boston Children’s Hospital has found that teenage girls with asymmetrical breasts are more prone to suffer emotional and psychological dissatisfaction with their physical appearance. This study looked at psychosocial functioning and health-related quality of life in girls aged 12 to 21 with differences of at least one cup size between the breasts.
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Posted November 25, 2014 in Laser Tattoo Removal, Recovery
There are several factors that will impact how may laser tattoo removal sessions are necessary for the complete elimination of your ink. Each of these sessions will be separated by a recovery period to allow your skin to heal and help prevent scarring.
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Posted November 18, 2014 in Breast Lift, Cosmetic Injectables
What is this BOTOX® breast lift that’s been creating so much buzz? Well, it’s an unconventional treatment that uses BOTOX® Cosmetic to relax chest muscles with the goal of lifting breast tissue. If that sounds like a stretch, it is. While some patients have achieved minor lift with this treatment, injecting BOTOX® Cosmetic into the chest is, largely, a waste of money. And it may also prove dangerous. There is a risk that injections placed in the chest can migrate, causing issues as diverse as breathing problems and difficulties rotating the arms.
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Posted November 11, 2014 in Breast Augmentation
When considering breast enlargement, there are a number of things to keep in mind. First and foremost, bigger is not always better and can, in fact, produce an unbecoming and overly enhanced look.
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Posted November 03, 2014 in Mommy Makeover, Tummy Tuck (Abdominoplasty)
Three primary things happen in the abdominal area during pregnancy:
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Stomach muscles separate
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Fat accumulates in the lower belly
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Skin is stretched
All of these things are necessary. They may also, however, prove very difficult to bounce back from.
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Posted October 28, 2014 in Preparing for Surgery
There are hundreds of surgeons who offer aesthetic procedures in the Los Angeles area. And while your selection should be based on a number of personal factors, one thing that should be consistent in your search is an absolute insistence on board-certification.
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Posted October 21, 2014 in Laser Tattoo Removal
In the past, tattoo removal was performed with surgical equipment and often left a scar. In many cases, these scars were more unsightly than the initial tattoo – a factor that largely steered people away from ink removal. Laser tattoo removal, however, does not require incisions, excisions, or any other form of cutting. The scars it leaves, if any, are typically very light and fade to unnoticeable over time.
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Posted October 14, 2014 in Body Contouring, Body Lift, News & Research, Tummy Tuck (Abdominoplasty)
Post-bariatric body contouring procedures such as tummy tuck and body lift can help restore shape and tone to your frame following significant weight loss. They can also help you maintain a healthy BMI over the long-term according to a study presented at the annual scientific meeting of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons.
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Posted October 06, 2014 in Laser Tattoo Removal
One of the most common questions asked of Los Angeles Plastic Surgeon Dr. Martin O’Toole when it comes to laser tattoo removal is, “How may sessions will this take?” And honestly, there is no one answer for every patient.
Just as every tattoo is different to some degree, so too is every tattoo removal procedure. Factors that can influence the number of sessions full removal will require include:
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Posted September 29, 2014 in Breast Augmentation, Breast Implants, Breast Lift, Breast Reduction
If you are unhappy with your breasts, no matter your reason, you may be a good candidate for breast surgery. Los Angeles breast surgeon Dr. Martin O’Toole has over 20 years of experience helping women look and feel amazing, and would be honored to meet with you for a free consultation to discuss your concerns and help you determine how best to reach your aesthetic goals.
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