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11/12/2013

Breast Reconstruction Surgery- preparation, procedure and recovery

When you have suffered an injury on one or both the breasts, or you had breast cancer that led to a mastectomy, then you are a good candidate for breast reconstruction. For breast reconstruction, you need to prepare yourself mentally. You have to find a good surgeon to explain you all aspects of the surgery. Make a list of popular cosmetic surgeons in your area and contact them one by one.

Preparing for the surgery

Prior to the surgery, you first need to get some test done. The doctor will evaluate your condition. If needed, he may also give you new medicines. Usually the doctors suggest you not to take medicines with aspirin. He may also suggest you to stop smoking. The surgeon will discuss you with everything including anesthesia, follow-up care and documentation required for verification of implants. You may also need someone to take care of you after surgery for a few days.

You may need to ask several questions about the surgery including where the surgery will take place, medications, bandages to be used, bathing instructions and follow-up care. You also need to ask when you can resume to your normal routine. You also have to wind up your office work as you are suggested to rest after the surgery. You are also not allowed to do any heavy works. Arrange for a helper at your place that can assist you in your household chores. Also take your medicines at the proper time and also take a nutritious diet.

Procedure

Breast reconstruction is a complicated surgery and involves several steps. Before the surgery, you are put under anesthesia. After this, skin and tissues are taken from many places on your body mainly from the abdominal area. The doctors may also use muscle from your back and buttocks to make flaps to cover the implants. Doctors sometimes also use skin expanders that stretch your skin so that implants can fit it over. After this, the implants are fitted and then surgeons use skin grafts to form new ni***es.

Recovery

The incisions made are covered with gauze, to stop bleeding. The surgeon will evaluate you after the surgery, and you will be sent home with a list of instructions you have to follow. You have to take care of your surgical site and have to medications regularly. You may experience swelling at the surgery site that will continue for several weeks.
Dr Munasifi is an expert at this procedure so feel free to give us a call or visit our website www.advancedplasticsurgerycenter.com

Advanced Plastic Surgery Center in Arlington VA offers board certified plastic surgeons offering breast augmentation, liposuction, rhinoplasty and more. Located in Arlington VA serving patients in Washington DC.

11/08/2013

Things you should know before Breast Augmentation

According to The American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS), in 2012 over 10 million cosmetic surgical and non surgical procedures were performed by the board of certified doctors in the United States. The most frequently performed surgical procedure has been breast augmentation. It has increased by more than 3% from the previous year. A total number of 1.7 million such surgeries were performed in 2012.
FDA data also indicate that every year around 5 to 10 million women undergo breast augmentation. Due to constant innovation in this field, this has become most commonly performed cosmetic surgery in the past few years. Now the women can select the type of implant, implant positioning and incision location. This procedure has always been an issue of discussion. In the year 1998, FDA questions the safety of silicone gel based implants. Much research in the field was carried out, and at last in 2006, the organization re-approved the silicone implants.
Here are the things you should know before undergoing Breast augmentation:
Saline VS Silicone Implants
Saline implants are filled with sterile salt water, whereas Silicone implants come pre-filled and are made from a soft elastic gel. These may require a longer incision. Apart from these implants, Gummy bear implants are new in the field. They are similar to silicone implants. They are filled with a cohesive gel that gives you a natural looking breast. Discuss your implant with your doctor thoroughly. This is obvious you want the best for you.
Incision types
Second most important things to decide is incision type. There are three incision types:
• Inframammary Incision: It is made between the fold of the breast. In this, the scar is hidden, and the breast tissue is minimally disturbs.
• Periarelar Incision: It is made along the edge of the ni**le area.
• Transauxillary Incision: It is made under the armpit and leave no scars on the breast.
Incision Placement
Now you can also select incision placement. Either it is placed in front of the chest muscle or behind it. Women who want larger implants should opt for front of the muscle placement. It's recovery time is also small, but this type of placement has a high probability of capsular contracture that leads to asymmetry. Whereas placement behind the muscle take long recovery time but has a low risk of capsular contracture.
These are the three things you can decide upon. Consult a reputable and licensed plastic surgeon in your area for the procedure. You can always contact three to four consultants before the procedure. Make up your mind and regain your confidence.

11/08/2013

Enhance your looks with Ear Reshaping Surgery-Otoplasty

Our face is a mixture of unique parts that have different functions and also make us look different from others. On one hand where large eyes are viewed as a sign of beauty, big ears are regarded as unattractive. No doubt make up can hide other flaws on our face, but unproportional ears cannot be hidden by any of the makeup techniques. If you wish to enhance your beauty, Otoplasty also commonly known as Ear surgery is the way out.

Ear surgery is the surgical procedure for correcting deformities and defects of the pinna, and for other reconstructive purposes. It can reduce the ear size and promotes symmetry. Otoplasty can also help in treating other ear problems including lop ear, cupped ear, and shell ear. With this treatment, large or stretched earlobes, and lobes with large creases and wrinkles can also be improved.

Otoplasty is not new. It was developed in ancient India, in the 5th century BC, by the Ayurvedic physician Sushruta. During this era, Sushruta and his medical students developed this procedure for correcting and reconstructing ears, noses, lips and genitalia. Since then, the procedure has undergone much technological advancement that can give you the desired results.

The surgery involves reducing the cartilage, creating new skin or cartilage, reconstruction the existing amount of skin or cartilage. The motto behind the surgery is not creating a new appearance for the ear, but to maintain its level of functionality. The procedure involves a small incision that is made in the back of the ear. This small incision is used to expose the ear cartilage. Then the skin or cartilage is sculpted and is bent towards the head.

Non-removable stitches are used to help the ear maintain the new shape. The surgery can also be conducted by another way that includes a small incision in the back of the ear. Through this incision skin is removed and stitches are used to fold the cartilage back to reshape the ear. The selection of the procedure depends on the condition and severity of the patient.

There are few risks involved in this surgery. Therefore, one should contact a qualified doctor for consultation. The doctor will examine your health and determine what type of surgery is best for you. Talk frankly to your medical practitioner regarding all your doubts. Give him all your necessary health information. Also ask the doctor regarding the side effects of the treatment

10/08/2013

Contact Dr. Talal Munasifi, renowned Virginia-based plastic surgeon for surgical procedures including Breast Augmentation, Breast Reduction, Breast Reconstruction and Gynecomastia.

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10/01/2013

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10/01/2013

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09/28/2013

We provide you surgical , Non-surgical treatments for Tummy Tucking Problems . Call or make an appointment today. All consultations are private.
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Consider having a tummy tuck in Arlington Virginia with Advanced Plastic Surgery Center. Information on tummy tuck surgery also known as an abdominoplasty, before and after photos and more.

09/25/2013

Your sagging skin is making you look older? Advanced Face lifting surgery with the better results can help you remove the excess skin , and wrinkles, making you feel younger for long time.
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08/29/2013

Many of us complain about having flabby arms. An arm lift will get rid of that extra skin and help you feel more confident.

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Consider having an arm lift in Arlington Va. An arm lift can be performed for individuals who have excess tissue on their upper arms due to aging or massive weight loss.

08/28/2013

Over time breasts can lose their shape and firmness due to a variety of things. A breast lift can help to reshape your breasts and raise them. What can you expect during the procedure? Read below for more information!

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Consider having a breast lift in Arlington VA? Breast Lift surgery, or Mastopexy, is designed to restore a more youthful appearance to a woman's breasts.

08/22/2013

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08/21/2013

Dr. Talal Munasifi was voted "Best Cosmetic Surgeon" in Arlington Magazine's "Best of 2013" edition.

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