Posted May 17, 2013 in Liposuction, Smartlipo®
There are a few different types of liposuction. Fat removal is common to all types of liposuction, but the fat and treatment area can be prepared in various ways, which is how the types differ.
At Pasadena Cosmetic Surgery, the two liposuction methods we offer are:
Read MorePosted May 17, 2013 in Breast Augmentation, Breast Implants
Generally, most women who get either breast implant type are able to breastfeed. You shouldn't get breast implants if you are currently breastfeeding or pregnant, but once you have healed completely from the procedure, breast implants rarely interfere with breastfeeding.
Because breast augmentation is a surgical procedure, there is a slight risk that a surgical incision could prevent you from breastfeeding, but this happens only rarely. Some women are unable to breastfeed anyway.
Read MorePosted May 13, 2013 in Cosmetic Injectables, Ear Surgery (Otoplasty), Eyelid Surgery (Blepharoplasty), Facelift, Facial Surgery, Fillers and Injectables, Liposuction, Procedures for Men, Rhinoplasty
Plastic surgery has always been a popular service among women. However, in the last few years the amount of men seeking plastic surgery has also increased. The procedures that men are undergoing the most include: Liposuction According to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS), this procedure is the most popular form of plastic surgery […]
Read MorePosted May 07, 2013 in Laser Hair Removal
In the never-ending battle to look our best, another cosmetic procedure that has seen an increase in popularity over the last few years is laser hair removal. The vast improvement in laser technology has enabled many cosmetic surgery practices and medical spas to completely eliminate unwanted hair for patients on a variety of areas on […]
Read MorePosted May 03, 2013 in Breast Augmentation, Mommy Makeover
Implants for breast augmentation used to only come in two types: saline or silicone. However, a new type of implant known as the “gummy bear implant” has received much attention and praise in the world of plastic surgery since its recent approval by the FDA. Gummy bear implants are named after their candied counterparts because, […]
Read MorePosted April 18, 2013 in Liposuction, Recovery, Recovery Tips, Smartlipo®
After any surgical procedure, including liposuction, you will feel sore. The intensity of your soreness depends on:
Read MorePosted April 18, 2013 in Breast Augmentation, Breast Implants
It takes several weeks to see the final results of your breast augmentation. Some amount of swelling can persist during this time.
Most of the swelling will go down in the two to three weeks following breast augmentation. A small degree of swelling can persist for several weeks, or even a few months.
Read MorePosted April 18, 2013 in Breast Augmentation, Breast Implants
Breast augmentation may be the right way to achieve the breast appearance you've always wanted. Some of the common benefits of breast augmentation include:
Read MorePosted April 18, 2013 in Breast Augmentation, Breast Implants
Both breast implant types can last an indefinitely long time, unless a rupture or other complication occurs. You may also decide to change the size or type of your breast implants, in which case they would be replaced.
Read MorePosted April 18, 2013 in Tummy Tuck (Abdominoplasty)
If you are a good candidate for a tummy tuck, there are many aesthetic benefits. In general, the benefit of a tummy tuck is that it removes sagging, excess skin and fat. Other benefits include:
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