A recent study suggests that liposuction surgery may be good for the heart; according to a study conducted by the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, three months after undergoing the procedure, liposuction patients’ triglyceride levels decreased by an average of 43 percent. This is twice the reduction that is experienced in patients taking cholesterol-lowering medication. (more…)
Many brides-to-be undergo cosmetic treatments before their weddings. Some limit their beauty treatments to a new professional hairstyle, manicure, spray tan, or teeth whitening.
Other women choose to undergo plastic surgery procedures before their weddings in order to look their best. A new E! reality show is scheduled to hit the air that highlights many engaged women’s desire to undergo breast augmentation, liposuction, and other cosmetic surgery procedures.
The new show, aptly titled Bridalplasty, features women who have recently become engaged and have wish lists of plastic surgery procedures they would like to undergo. The brides-to-be compete against one another in various wedding-themed challenges. The winner of each episode gets to undergo one plastic surgery procedure of her choice, and is not allowed to reveal the results of the procedure until it is time to walk down the aisle.
All brides want to look their best on their wedding day. If you are interested in undergoing cosmetic surgery before your wedding, contact the practice of Dallas plastic surgeon Mark Deuber.
An updated study titled the “Increased Prevalence of Left-sided Skin Cancers” was published in the Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology in March. The study theorizes that increased exposure to the sun while driving may be contributing to the development of skin cancer.
The article’s authors, Susan T. Butler and Scott W. Fosko, studied 1,050 people in St. Louis and found that skin cancer on the face was more likely to occur on the left side. The prevalence of left-sided facial skin cancers was most prevalent in men.
Because the left side of the face is exposed to the window and the sun while driving, the study’s authors believe that the cumulative UVA exposure can lead to skin cancer.
Daily use of sunscreen is the best defense against skin cancer. That is why it is so important to remember to use sunscreen on the face, neck, arms, hands, and any other areas of the body that are exposed to the sun.
Plastic surgeons see many women who are interested in getting breast implants but are planning on getting pregnant at some point in the future. According to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons 2008 plastic surgery statistics, breast augmentation is the most popular plastic surgery procedure performed on women aged 20 to 39. (more…)
In this blog post, we review how a lack of sleep and alcohol consumption can have a poor affect on your appearance.
It’s no secret that a bad night of sleep can affect a person’s appearance and ability to function. We need at least eight hours of sleep each night to refuel. If we are unable to get an adequate night of sleep, the physiological functions of the body are disrupted. This can adversely affect our appearance in a number of ways.
Lack of sleep can make the blood beneath the surface of the skin more visible, making the under eye area appear darker than usual. People also tend to rub at their eyes more when sleepy, and this can contribute to dark under eye circles.
Numerous studies have shown that lack of sleep is linked to obesity. Some believe that if you are awake for longer times during the day, you have more time to eat. Other believe that the lack of sleep causes a person to consume more food in order to refuel. Some patients undergo liposuction to treat weight gain.
If you are unable to get enough sleep each night, the skin will look paler than usual and make blemishes more visible. Long-term lack of sleep can also cause the skin to sag.
Everyone knows that alcohol can have a detrimental affect on a person’s health. Excessive consumption of alcohol is associated with an increased risk of liver problems, heart disease, certain cancers, and a range of other medical conditions. Drinking alcohol can also have a serious affect on your appearance, whether you drink too much for a special occasion or consume alcohol on a regular basis. Our plastic surgery patients that strive to maintain a healthy lifestyle, stay in great shape, and look as good as possible should avoid drinking alcohol to avoid the beauty-related problems that develop when a person drinks too much.
People that don’t normally drink, but decide too have a few too many cocktails for a special event may notice that the area around their eyes looks hollowed out and the eyes themselves look red the day after drinking too much. Other short-term signs of drinking include:
These signs usually disappear after you stop drinking, rehydrate your body, and get a full night of rest.
When people drink excessively on a regular basis, the short-term cosmetic effects of drinking become more permanent. Men and women will find that their eyes constantly look exhausted, the initial bloating will have resulted in weight gain, and skin tone suffers. Although plastic surgery procedures such as facelift, eyelid surgery, and injectables, patients should maintain a healthy lifestyle and limit use of alcohol. The long-term cosmetic effects of alcohol consumption include:
The amount of alcohol that a person drinks has a direct affect on their health and appearance; the more a person drinks, the more likely it is that they will suffer from the beauty-related problems associated with drinking. If you drink too much alcohol, see your doctor to learn about the alcohol recovery programs that are available to you.
To schedule a plastic surgery consultation with Dr. Deuber, contact our practice today.
Skin tightening procedures are most often used on the face and neck areas to reduce the appearance of wrinkles. However, use of skin tightening treatments on the abdomen, arms, and other areas of the body is becoming more common.
Laser Skin Tightening
Laser skin tightening is a non-surgical treatment that uses an infrared beam of light to heat the deeper layers of skin, separating soft tissues and encouraging collagen to rebuild. The new collagen fills in lines and wrinkles in the treated areas, whether on the face, neck, stomach, or another area of the body. Non-invasive laser treatments are best suited to patients who have fine lines and moderate wrinkling of the skin.
Surgical Lifts
Those patients with deep lines and areas of sagging skin are probably better suited to a surgical lifting procedure such as facelift, neck lift, brow lift, eyelid lift, or tummy tuck surgery. Surgical lifting procedures are more effective in cases of severe skin wrinkling because the surgeon can tighten the skin and muscles in the treated area, then remove extra skin to produce a smoother appearance.
With so many wrinkles treatments on the market, how do you decide which are right for you? Patients can now choose from laser skin therapy and injectables, which provide semi-permanent results; plastic surgery procedures, which offer results that can last for years; or professional skin care products, which can help maintain skin’s health. Check out the treatment guide below, and speak to a plastic surgeon or dermatologist to find out which treatments are right for you.
Facial Plastic Surgery
There are various plastic surgery procedures that target the more severe cases of facial wrinkles. Facelift, browlift, necklift, and eyelid surgery tighten and lift specific areas of the face to improve appearance.
Facial Skin Care Treatments
Facial skin care treatments such as chemical peels, laser skin resurfacing, laser skin tightening, and microdermabrasion can treat moderate facial wrinkling within three to six treatment sessions.
Injectables and Fillers
Injectables and fillers such as BOTOX Cosmetic, Restylane, Radiesse, and Juvederm are effective in smoothing out moderate wrinkling around the eyes, lips, and nose area.
Professional Skin Care Products
Professional skin care products target specific skin conditions and can help keep skin looking fresh and young in between professional skin care sessions.
Unfortunately, as we age, the effects of the sun begin to show on our faces. The development of age spots, also known as liver, sun, and brown spots, can be prevented and treated with the adoption of a good skin care routine.
Wear Sunscreen
Age spots are caused by exposure to the sun, so daily application of sunscreen can prevent new age spots from appearing, and stop existing spots from getting worse. Use an SPF of at least 30 on your face, neck, arms, hands, and any other area that is exposed to the sun.
Undergo Professional Skin Care Treatments
Professional skin care treatments such as chemical peels, laser skin resurfacing, IPL photofacials, cosmelan depigmentation, and microdermabrasion have been shown to be effective in reducing the appearance of brown spots. However, patients who experience the best results typically undergo a series of treatments.
Try Home Remedies for Age Spots
You can try applying lemon, onion, or garlic juice, as well as milk products and apple cider vinegar, to brown spots to help diminish their appearance.
Cellulite is one of the most common cosmetic flaws that affect women. While the causes of cellulite are not completely understood, experts believe hormones, genetics, diet, and exercise play a role in its development.
The dimpling of skin can occur throughout the body, but often occurs on the stomach, thighs, buttocks, and arms. While there are home remedies that can help prevent and reduce cellulite, the most effective cellulite treatments are performed by physicians.
Coffee Grounds
Coffee grounds are a popular treatment for men and women seeking to reduce the appearance of cellulite in specific areas of the body. After brewing a pot of coffee, gently massage coffee grinds into target areas while in the shower. Allow the coffee grinds to set on the skin for about five minutes, then rinse.
Sea Salt
Add a cup or two of sea salt to a bath and sit in the tub for 20 to 30 minutes.
Apply a Solution of Essential Oils
Try massaging a mix of lavender, coconut, fennel, rosemary, sandalwood, germanium, cinnamon, chamomile, clove, juniper, cedar wood or patchouli oil into affected areas.
Botanical Ingredients
Use lotions that contain botanical ingredients such as ivy barley, kola nut, lemon, and strawberry.
The best cellulite reduction results are typically achieved with use of medical-grade treatments performed at the office of a qualified plastic surgeon or dermatologist. Contact the office of Dr. Mark Deuber to learn about the cosmetic treatments we offer.
Before you undergo plastic surgery at our Dallas practice, we invite you to read this blog post, which reviews who is a good candidate for surgery, how to choose a plastic surgeon, and some pre-operative instructions. (more…)
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