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A Little Work : Behind the Doors of a Park Avenue Plastic Surgeon

In the last twenty years, extreme scarring, discoloration, loss of certain ethnic characteristics and high costs have kept Afro-Americans, Hispanics, Asians and other non-Caucasians from seeking plastic surgery but with the advent of improved suture techniques, new procedures and shows like “Extreme Makeover”, more and more minorities are considering using cosmetic surgery to improve their appearance

“The way plastic surgery statistics have escalated, especially among people of color, the trend to “look as young as you feel”, has left no one out,” declares anti-aging expert Cynthia Rowland, Los Angeles.

Statistics show a 65% increase in plastic surgery among ethnic groups over the past five years. According to Minority Nurse Magazine, “more Americans are getting face lifts and other types of cosmetic surgery these days, and more of those faces being lifted are likely to be non-Caucasian than ever before.’”

Clients/patients of every ethnic group use injections more frequently and with financing programs offered by clinics, spas and physicians, more middle income people are enticed by these lenient payment plans.

The top five surgical procedures most requested by women are liposuction, breast augmentation, eyelid surgery, nose jobs (rhinoplasty) and breast reduction. The top five non-surgical procedures most requested by women are Botox, laser hair removal, microdermabrasion, chemical peel and collagen injection.

All in all women account for over 85% of all cosmetic procedures.

Rowland explains, “There doesn’t seem to be any area of the body that cannot be altered by surgery; your gender doesn’t matter, what matters is how deep your pockets are. You’re only limited by your imagination because surgeons and science are willing to go to great lengths to entice you to spend mega-dollars all in the name of improved appearances.’

Rowland, a long-time proponent of “natural is best”, declares that certain resistance type exercise will target sagging facial muscles so they lift and tone, giving the user the look of a face lift without risk, keloiding, scarring or losing your ethnic identity. Exercise can plump up wrinkle lines and lift sagging facial skin. Exercise can provide better results than a surgical face lift because it leaves the person looking like themselves, only younger.

Using Botox, Restylane and other fillers to prop up nose to mouth lines, sagging foreheads, droopy eye lids and thin lips are very temporary and costly remedies. These procedures must be repeated again and again to maintain the look of lifting and smoothness.

Facial exercise solves the problem of sagging by tightening and smoothing every area of the face and neck. The forehead, the eyes, the cheeks, the jowls and pouches, the turkey neck and wattle are all refined and lifted naturally without injections or anything invasive. Even the tip of the nose can be lifted! There is just no doubt that resistance training of the muscles can produce exceptional results that easily replace Botox, Restylane and most importantly, plastic surgery!

No risk, no pain, no scarring…no large out of pocket costs to reduce the signs of aging. This is a scar-less face lift that keeps you looking younger and healthier. Exercise is natural and the results can last indefinitely.

If you have questions about facial rejuvenation, Dallas plastic surgeons or other related topics, keep reading for the right answers.

What is a facial rejuvenation?

While the term “facial rejuvenation” can cover any surgical or simple cosmetic procedure that makes a person appear younger, it tends to refer to a fully comprehensive package or collection of surgical procedures and cosmetic treatments that are customized to make a specific patient’s skin and face look more youthful.

Because a facial rejuvenation is so customizable, it can include a range of procedures – chemical peels, Botox, brow lift, rhytidectomy, neck lift, Collagen injects, laser skin resurfacing, hair removal, teeth whitening and more. A complete facial rejuvenation is based on the client’s needs, an actual Extreme Makeover, making it one of the most popular cosmetic procedures.

So, can I make my own facial rejuvenation package?

The beauty of a facial rejuvenation is that you can make it whatever you want, depending on your needs, budget and allowance for recovery time. Because plastic surgeons can create a fully customized package with a facial rejuvenation, Dallas patients get exactly what they want and often at a reduced, bulk price.

How much does a facial rejuvenation cost?

Because a facial rejuvenation is so customized and dependent on the extent of the rejuvenation, it’s difficult to price it out. Also, because patients are indulging in a number of simultaneous procedures or treatments for their facial rejuvenation, Dallas surgeons often offer a discounted rate.

Essentially, a facial rejuvenation can be as small as a single Botox treatment at just a hundred dollars or as extensive as a full, surgical facial overhaul priced at $40,000.

Will facial rejuvenation affect my bone structure?

No, facial rejuvenation does not alter your bone structure. Yes, American plastic surgeons are investing the effects that aging has on decaying bones and changing bone structure, but there are currently no approved medical practices to actually reverse age-related bone changes. When undergoing a facial rejuvenation, Dallas patients should not expect any alterations to their bone structure.

What’s the difference between facial rejuvenation and skin rejuvenation?

Skin rejuvenation covers a range of skin care treatments like microdermabrasion, laser skin resurfacing and chemical facial peels. These are all extreme exfoliation and skin cell rejuvenation processes designed to encourage the growth of new skin cells, reverse the effects of sun damage, and minimize the appearance of fine lines and sun spots.

How can I location in Dallas specialists for facial treatments?

When it comes to a procedure as comprehensive as a facial rejuvenation, Dallas patients are going to want a surgeon that is certified, experienced and qualified. Try contacting the Texas Society of Plastic Surgeons (http://tsps.net). Their online membership database includes a full listing of members, who must be board certified to join the Society.

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The Facelift Letdown: When Results Don’t Meet Expectations

Many men and women who look for a cosmetic surgeon aren’t looking for an extreme makeover, or even a full facelift.  One of the most common complaints of patients seeking cosmetic treatments are those little lines that start appearing in your 30’s and become more common in your 40’s, eventually turning from “lines” into “wrinkles.”  Most patients find that dermal fillers will serve just as well as extensive surgery, without the higher cost or recovery time.

But the question most people want answered before approaching a cosmetic surgeon about dermal fillers is, are they safe?

Dermal fillers such as <a rel=”nofollow” onclick=”javascript:pageTracker._trackPageview(‘/outgoing/article_exit_link’);” href=http://www.lookandfeelbetter.com/restylane.htm>Restylane</a> and Botox have become well-known throughout the US.  The question of how safe dermal fillers are can be a difficult question to answer, partially because with any cosmetic surgery or treatment people may react differently to the chemicals and procedure.

Approved for Human Use

The FDA (Food and Drug Administration) is the organization which determines which dermal fillers are approved for human use, like Restylane.  In comparison to other countries, the US has a very small number of approved dermal fillers.  This is largely due to the fact that injectable treatments have to undergo extensive testing before they can be approved for human use by the FDA.

Although dermal fillers which are approved by the FDA and not made from animal byproducts are considered safe, it is still possible that you might have a negative reaction to a procedure.  If this happens, you should contact your cosmetic surgeon immediately.  Negative reactions most commonly happen when the filler was not injected correctly, so one of the best ways to insure the correct usage is by working with an experienced cosmetic surgeon who is familiar with dermal fillers and their proper use.  However, most patients never have a negative reaction when treated with Restylane, or other approved dermal fillers.

Steps to Take

The following steps can help you make sure that your procedure will go smoothly:

Ask your <a rel=”nofollow” onclick=”javascript:pageTracker._trackPageview(‘/outgoing/article_exit_link’);” href=http://www.lookandfeelbetter.com/bio.htm>cosmetic surgeon</a> which filler he or she recommends Follow your doctor’s instructions before and after your procedure Contact your cosmetic surgeon immediately if you have a negative reaction

Your best resource for finding out more about dermal fillers, like Restylane, is your cosmetic surgeon.  When you make an appointment, be sure to take a list of any questions you might have.