Friday, December 28, 2007

I'm A Guy [Gynecomastia]:

Embarrassment, teasing, social trauma are associated with this condition. Gynecomastia or male breast enlargement is a common condition today in men. Male breast surgery, breast reduction, chest contouring are some of the plastic surgeries performed for this condition. Liposuction could also be the answer.

More than physical discomfort this condition puts the person under a lot of emotional baggage. One cannot wear a thick shirt in the summers, raises questions and uncomfortable answers. Swimming is the last option for this individual. Sometimes even if the physical condition is corrected, the psychological correction could take longer.

Bouncing flesh, Gynecomastia, Male Puffy Nipples, excess fat, and skin sagging after weight loss can cause distress. Initially we had girdles which were popular. Men have forgotten the power of compression in shaping and stabilizing. Today too, we have Male BodySuits with Zippers, which is a minor corrective method.

There are various reasons for this condition. Some men have excess breast tissue deposits; sometimes it’s related to medicines or a hormonal imbalance and most often its bad luck. Though according to our surgeons at The Plastic Surgery Institute of California this condition is not usually serious, but a precautionary visit to the doctor could save future anxiety.

Plastic or cosmetic surgery can rectify this not so serious condition. Opting for plastic surgery is an important decision, and the best plastic surgeon is even more important.

A ‘Donut Mastopexy’ is a surgical sculpture where a circle of skin is removed around the areola/nipple. A large or a dark areola can also be of grave concern to an individual. These cosmetic surgeries are also commonplace today. Extra skin and loose fat are issues to a gynecomastia deformity. A surgery called the Male Breast Lift Surgery can address this ptosis and helps rectify this deformity too.

The male sagging chest can also be just a normal aging condition. As we age, our muscles lose mass and droop. This drooping accentuates male chest ptosis. But of course this does not pose a problem then.

At The Plastic Surgery Institute of California we have qualified surgeons who take you through the process with ease and comfort. Even the outpatient procedure is performed at their state-of-the-art outpatient surgery center, requiring only 2-3 days recovery time. They ensure swimming becomes your favourite sport.

Breast Augmentation:

Breast augmentation today is changing the shape of the world. Also known as augmentation mammoplasty, breast augmentation has been a growing area of plastic surgery.

There are currently two different types of implant available - silicone and saline. Silicone implants are widely used as they give a more natural shape and feel.

Your Cosmetic Surgeon will advise you on the most appropriate implant for yourself and discuss issues specific to the implants such as capsular contracture and when you need to change the implants.

Following the surgery, you will need to keep your breasts well supported. Your stitches and/or dressings will be removed after seven days, at which time you can return to work.

You may also have drainage tubes in your breasts - these will be removed the day after your surgery, before you go home. Your breasts will be firm and swollen at first, and will take several weeks to settle and adapt a more natural position and feel. By wearing your sports bra, you will feel more comfortable and have the necessary support.

Breast lift, breast reduction, breast augmentation, tummy tuck, liposuction, thigh and buttock lift with face surgeries are performed successfully together.

Cosmetic breast surgery gives you a lot of individualized options for changing the size and shape of your breasts. Surgical methods and breast-implant technology have improved dramatically in recent years: breast augmentation is less invasive, with more options and better post-surgical results.

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Breast Implants And Rising Suicide Rates:

A lot of controversies revolve around this particular cosmetic surgery. A recent study conducted by researchers at the International Epidemiology Institute in Rockville, Md., Vanderbilt University in Nashville, TN; and the Karolinska Institute in Stockholm, Sweden showed that women who had breast implants exhibited stronger suicidal tendencies. Claims that women who have had breast implants are prone to low self-esteem, depression, mental illness, and are likely to have undergone psychotherapy also prevail.

However, the benefits of a breast implant cannot be ignored. Not only does a
breast augmentation enhance the overall appearance of the body, but it has also led to an improvement in physical health, self confidence and sexual function. Patients who have had to have a mastectomy and those suffering from deformities especially are the ones benefiting the most from a breast augmentation procedure. Figures collated by the ASPS in 2006 show that breast augmentation is the most commonly performed cosmetic surgical procedure by Americans with 329,000 procedures performed in the US itself.

Why then, is a
breast implant viewed to be such a big risk? Women who have undergone a breast implant surgery are advised to stay in touch with their doctors for years after a surgery. The main reason being that most often more than one surgery is required as a follow up. Complications like ruptured or deflated implants, asymmetry in breast size, hardening of the implant, difference in proportion between the breasts and the rest of the body, etc. occur frequently.

At the
Plastic Surgery Institute of California, board certified doctors take care to ensure that your breast implant procedure is a safe one. We accept a patient only after a careful screening and an intense consultation process. Complications are kept to a minimum and as far as possible eliminated with. We take the time and care to follow up on each of our patients. A high self esteem and improved physical health is what we promise.

Get Away From the Shadow Of Gynecomastia:

Yes, Adonis sure had it all. A lean athletic body, broad shoulders, abs to die for, narrow hips, slender thighs and a wonderful chest to go with it all. If this ancient embodiment of masculine beauty would have lived to reach his old age, would he have had gynecomastia? It certainly would have added another tragic twist to his already tragic life. Studies have shown that 30% to 60% of adult men are potential candidates for gynecomastia, which is actually an excessive growth of breast tissue.

While Adonis-like perfection might not be the ideal of most men, such an unattractive condition like
gynecomastia is surely not on most men’s ‘perfect body’ list. Plastic surgery, with its variety of body improving and enhancing options, has a remedy for this condition as well.

Gynecomastia is usually the result of being overweight. If excess fat is the only reason for this condition, then doctors recommend a weight loss plan to be followed by the patient. However, if there is an abnormal growth of glandular tissue, then a plastic surgery can be considered.

A fourth of
gynecomastia cases are due to medications like hormone supplements, blood pressure drugs, or diuretics that are known to increase estrogen levels or block male hormones. Some other causes are linked to the production of estrogen which can be due to excess fat. More serious reasons of gynecomastia include tumors that affect hormone-producing glands.

Whatever be the cause of your condition, the
Plastic Surgery Institute of California has a cure for gynecomastia. To learn more of our services, visit us online or at any of our facilities at Beverly Hills, Newport Beach, Pasadena, San Diego and Huntington Beach.

Friday, December 21, 2007

“Love Being A Woman”- Mastopexy:

Breasts are a woman’s biggest asset. They contribute to their confidence and overall appearance. Hence cosmetic or reconstructive surgery for the breasts is common practice. Mastopexy is the enhancement of the breasts which reshapes and firms breasts which are sagging. A breast lift also includes inserting implants depending on an individuals needs. While on technicalities, the surgery takes upto 1-3 hours. You could very much be awake during the entire procedure depending on the type of anesthesia, local or general. This surgery is performed either outpatient or inpatient. Recovery for this procedure is fairly quick, takes a week or a little more to get back on your feet.

Breast lift cosmetic surgery is usually done on women who wish to retain or gain back the youthful look the breasts had before age and before gravity onset and everything started heading downhill and sagging. After the surgery there will be some mild soreness, but the physician is well aware of this and will provide you with medication. Rest and relaxation after these surgeries is a must. It is better to get a list of ‘to do’ and ‘not to do’ things from your physician. Not paying heed to his advice could lead to some serious trouble. Though this surgery comes under the normal surgery category one must not take it lightly. Following your physician’s advice could save you from complications.

There are advantages of getting a breast lift. They improve the appearance, they look elevated and full. Implants can also be added to make them look bigger. Self confidence increases for women along with a feeling of youthfulness. Now there is no need to worry if your breasts get saggy or go out of shape. Life has become so much easier with these surgeries.

The Plastic Surgery Institute of California provides you with the best surgeons for your particular needs at very competitive prices to ensure you have a safe and satisfying experience. They have experienced consultants at all their centers which include Beverly Hills, Newport Beach, Pasadena, San Diego and Huntington Beach. They will guide you through your decision making process and answer any questions that you could have.

There are various other surgeries carried out at The Plastic Surgery Institute of California: Liposuction, Breast Augmentation, Tummy Tuck, Facelift, Rhinoplasty, Gynecomastia to name a few. Breast Augmentation is another form of plastic surgery that offers women options to change the size and shape of her breasts. Technology and medical procedures have come a long way in recent years, and this type of cosmetic surgery has become far less invasive than it was in the past years.