Gallery of Cosmetic Surgery

We all have our own personal views of who we are and what we would like to become. What people find beautiful about themselves may be quite different than what they find beautiful in others. Several studies have shown these results. Some participants were asked what aspects of physical attributes they found attractive in others as well as what they were concerned most within themselves. People in their twenties, thirties, and forties, tended to look for a healthy, well proportioned body.

Some of the most popular cosmetic procedures performed today are known as “non-invasive” treatments. Transdermal injectable fillers such as Botox Cosmetic, Juvederm, and Restylane are currently the hottest products on the market to reduce fine lines, wrinkles, and improve the shape of the lips. In addition to not requiring surgery, the advantages of these products include ultra fast results, virtually no down time, and they are relatively inexpensive. However, non-invasive office treatments have given rise to a disturbing trend. Because they do not feature traditional surgical risks such as general anesthesia or incisions, patients have been becoming complacent about where and how these procedures are done. Prospective patients should understand that ancillary procedures, such as transdermal filler injections or skin resurfacing, are still medical procedures and should only be performed under the supervision of a qualified plastic surgeon.

Herbal products and dietary supplements are more popular than ever as people search for ways to live healthy without resorting to pharmaceuticals for energy or immune system response. However, there are dangers if taking these types of herbal supplements. Many cosmetic surgery patients are not aware that some of these supplements put them at increased risk for serious bleeding complications during and after their procedure.

When it comes to facial scars, most people are fairly self-conscious. In addition to unsightly appearance, scars can also contribute to diminished eye function, interference with the mouth, or possibly the nose. Hundreds of thousands of patients have turned to facial surgery experts in Orange County to reduce the appearance of scars and improve function.

You may have beautiful eyes, but no one would ever know it because you suffer from sagging or puffy eyelids. You are by no means alone. Thousands of people have conditions that are treatable condition that affect their eyelids. This can be a real problem because drooping eyelids may even obstruct vision. Top Orange County plastic surgeons have been performing what is known as a blepharoplasty for decades; helping people see better and look great.

As plastic surgery becomes more and more acceptable in the 21st Century, many teenagers are opting for a surgical solution to their image needs. Professional studies have, time and again, demonstrated how plastic surgery enhances self esteem and increases self confidence; and, teenagers are no different. In fact, teens represent a significant demographic in surgical correction techniques. According to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, teenagers between the ages of 13 and 19 had nearly 210,000 cosmetic surgery procedures in 2009. While most people think that teenagers do not need to go under the knife, there are a lot of cosmetic procedures popular with this crowd.

No one likes to admit that their nose job did not quite turn out the way they envisioned. A slight hump here or a little turn there and soon the new profile begins to look a bit skewed. This could be attributed to one of two things: first, the patient’s perception is flawed due to their new facial feature. Second, it could actually be that the first procedure did not accomplish patient goals. In the first case, post operative counseling and evaluation will likely clear up a perception problem. In the second case, a revision rhinoplasty may be in order.

Depression affects millions of Americans every year and can take many forms. Some just seem to feel a little down in some circumstances while others sink deep into a clinical depression that requires medical treatment. There are different types of causes and each patient is different in intensity and response to prescribed programs. While triggers for depression are wide and variegated, studies have been conducted that illustrate the correlation between depression and plastic surgery procedures.

OK, so you’re no longer 20. Maybe you’re no longer even 30. 40? Maybe not, but there is a way for you to regain that youthful appearance and it is called a facelift. Before you go off about being superficial and not needing it, consider this: facelifts are far more common than you might think and have helped millions of people just like you feel better about their appearance. And, what’s wrong with that? Nothing. Keep reading. You deserve to have all the facts. If you are thinking about having a facelift, you also deserve to have it done right by a board certified professional. Do not settle on this. We are talking about shaving years off your appearance and the effect on your face and on your mind cannot be overstated. It is nothing short of amazing. Keep reading.

There are many different types of facelifts and the results will largely depend on what your goals as a patient really are. If you are in your seventies, you might want to lose that turkey neck that has been developing. If you are in your sixties, maybe you are looking for a complete rejuvenation. If you are in your forties or fifties, a little something here or there can literally make you look ten or fifteen years younger. Imagine rolling into your class reunion looking like you just graduated. What about your buddies on the golf course that comment on how great you look, but they just can pin down why. The girls at the spa will wonder how you have managed to keep yourself looking so great with your high-energy and busy schedule. While they are counting their crow’s feet, you are shining like a Tiffany showroom. But what about the celebrity facelift disasters on TV? These people pay big bucks to stay young, but end up looking like a tight-lipped mummy doll. Well, keep reading.

A successful facelift depends on many factors, not the least of which is surgeon expertise. And, no…not all surgeons are alike. Even within the celebrity community, a plastic surgeon with qualifications such as board certification, publication in major medical journals, and a peer leader in facelift procedures are hard to find. What’s more, patient cooperation is absolutely essential to recovery. Many celebrity facelift disasters might be attributed to a lack of patient understanding and cooperation in the recovery phase. Of course, that won’t happen to you. Why? Stop reading. Call right now to find out…

Staff at the Gallery of Cosmetic Surgery salutes the great sacrifice of our heroes for the gift of freedom this Memorial Day.

It is imperative that we honor those who have fallen, whether in battle or after battle, whether or not they served actively, or stood ready to answer if the call came their way. It is imperative that we pass on the history and legacy of their devotion, dedication, and love of country to our children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren.