I need to have liposuction done on my underarms in order to remove my sweat glands. My dermatologist stated that it takes about an 1 hour for the whole procedure. I just have to find a plastic surgeon to do it, but plastic surgeons around my town charge for consultations. I was just wondering if anyone knew how much it would cost for such a small area. I know it can run more than 2 grand for large areas.
The neck lift procedure is intended to produce a more youthful appearing neck with a better contour.
Neck lift is done on an outpatient basis under sedation and local or general anesthesia. The procedure may require an incision under the chin, behind the ears, or both. Fat is suctioned or excised, muscles may be tightened, and skin may be removed – all depending on individual findings.
The patient goes home with chin and neck wrapped in dressings or in an elastic neck sling. Initial discomfort is easily controlled with oral medication. Swelling and bruising disappear over approximately 2 weeks. The final result of a neck lift is evident in 1-3 months.
Additional Procedures that may enhance the result are Face Lift, Liposuction and Chin Augmentation.
The neck lift procedure is considered cosmetic and therefore is not covered by insurance. The patient is responsible for payment.
The specific risks and the suitability of this procedure for a given individual can be determined only at the time of consultation. All surgical procedures have some degree of risk. Minor complications that do not affect the outcome occur occasionally. Major complications are rare.
By: Dave Stringham
More and more young men are opting for this simple procedure. “There has been quite a surge in the number of enquiries of the patient asking for Gynecomastia surgery” says Dr Ruchika from Indicure. We have witnessed a sharp increase in the number of foreign patients coming to India for Gynecomastia surgery combined with Liposuction on other body parts” according to Dr Ruchika from Indicure.
With increasing consciousness among young men to look good for their career reasons and to woo the ladies, men do not like to take a chance. A simple surgery to get rid of women like breasts at an affordable cost in India is a very lucrative offer to them.
Gynecomastia occurs in as many as 40 % of men. This is a fairly common condition in teens as well. The cause is not always known, but the incidence increases with certain drugs (digitalis, anabolic steroids, Tagamet, and spironolactone), use of marijuana or alcohol.
Sometimes also linked to obesity, but more often a simply physical flaw in average sized men, gynecomastia is often treated with liposuction and with a surgical procedure named gynecomasty- also known as breast reduction for men. This procedure removes the extra fibrous tissue that cannot be removed by liposuction. The result is a flatter, firmer and more masculine-looking chest.
The surgery is straightforward; it offers a quick remedy to the discomfort, physical and social, that the patient suffers.
The patient is first given general anesthesia or intravenous sedation, so they are perfectly comfortable and do not experience any pain. Following that, a small incision at the base of the areola is made and unwanted fat and glandular tissue is removed in the breast with ultrasonic liposuction.
The process of removing fat and tissue takes approximately one to two hours, depending on the amount of breast tissue to be removed. Postoperatively, the patient experiences little pain. The patient needs to wear a snug-fitting compression vest for 1 to 3 weeks. The patient may shower the day after surgery, perform light activites, drive and return to work when they feel comfortable, usually within a week after surgery. They may begin exercise within 7-10 days.
Considering the straightforward nature of gynecomastia surgery, the quick and painless recovery as well as the natural appearance of the breasts afterwards, it’s no wonder why men increasingly are opting to have the condition surgically reversed, rather than suffer from the embarrassment and distress that often comes from markedly enlarged breasts.
For more information about Gynecomastia surgery, log onto http://www.indicurecosmeticsurgery.com/Gynecomastia.html or http://www.indicure.com/male_breast_reduction.html#male_breast
Or write to drruchika.m@gmail.com
By: Dr Ruchika
The procedure, which is carried out under local anesthesia, is quite simple and relied upon by renowned plastic surgeons in the US. Only very small incisions are required to introduce the laser’s optical fiber into the fat deposits. The laser’s wavelength is preset for precision-based fat melting, causing the least possible trauma to the patients. The liquidized fat is extracted out of the body. Skin tightening is made possible by the laser’s ability to stimulate the collagen.
Skin tightening could not be achieved in traditional lipolysis. Moreover, traditional liposuction also involved considerable pain, lengthy downtime, need for sutures, risks and complications. AccuSculpt laser liposuction has solved these problems in the most efficacious manner.
Laser liposuction has been tried, tested and proven to melt the fat away from almost all parts of the body. This includes commonly treated areas such as abdomen, face, neck, inner thighs, flanks, buttocks, knees, back and arms. Recovery time is short and patients are able to return to work within a few days. All these advantageous features have made laser liposuction one of the most preferred body contouring options.
By: Chris P
Is it for you?
If you’re just looking to lose weight in specific areas, you could try liposuction or a tummy tuck; a gastric bypass is for those 100-pounds-overweight who have unsuccessfully tried to diet. Patients are typically between 15 and 65 and need to understand the psychological risks involved in coping with what could be an entirely changed body image. Obesity can be dangerous and this makes the gastric bypass an essential surgery for many people, not just a cosmetic one.
No pain, no gain
Stomach stapling, although simple-sounding, is a complex surgery and you need to be prepared for possible pain, major swelling and post-operation hospitalization. Many of the nutrients that you take in with your food are not absorbed after stomach stapling; in the long run this could make you anemic. Later, it could put you at risk for osteoporosis and bone diseases. You might need to regularly take pills or dietary supplements. Many patients of gastric bypass need to stay on special diets through their lives. After your stomach stapling surgery, foods rich in sugar and fat are likely to make you feel uncomfortable.
Small and constant
Gastric bypass will change the way you eat pretty permanently. Instead of the few big meals that you might have been used to, after stomach stapling you will find yourself needing to eat perhaps eight or nine small meals a day. The surgically created pouch doesn’t allow you to eat food and drink a liquid at the same time: you can do one or the other.
Things that could go wrong
There are additional risks as well, one of which is the possibility that the pouch could stretch and expand to the original size of the stomach. The food pouch grows to twice its capacity in just two months and it’s possible that it might stretch further. The stomach stapling could come apart, having the same effect: stomach expansion to original size. If there are leakages, the acid content from the stomach could leak onto other organs, damaging them seriously. Also, if the contents of the stomach move too quickly through the small intestine, you might find yourself reeling from nausea, perspiration, and diarrhea and so on. Patients sometimes develop gall stones and develop complications such as hernia which need further follow-up operations; remember that corrective procedures come with their own risks.
Chiseling away
After the extreme weight loss surgery, you might be 100-200 pounds lighter, but you’ll still have skin enough for the big size that you once were. Gastric bypass usually needs to be followed by some kind of body contouring procedure for excess skin removal. This is an additional cost that you might not have factored in when considering stomach stapling, but it’s likely to crop up. The body contouring surgery also has some risks and requirements needed, so before deciding on the gastric bypass, you should probably consider the body contouring too.
For more details check Staying Young Now
By: Juliaeves
Safe Body Toning Procedure
SmartLipo can be carried out on various parts of the body including the chin, thighs, love handles, tummy, face, male breasts, buttocks, arms and neck. This cosmetic procedure is ideal for those individuals who are healthy, with not more 25 lbs above his or her average weight, and with stubborn fat accumulations that have not responded to heavy workouts and diets.
When compared to conventional liposuction surgery, SmartLipo is more popular since it is a totally safe procedure. It makes use of laser energy to eliminate fat cells and to coagulate tissues for tightening the skin around the treatment area.
The other main benefits of this procedure include:
• Produces natural results
• Discomforts after the surgery are negligible
• Less traumatic
• Less invasive
• Reduced swelling and pain
• Reduced bleeding or bruising
• Stitches and incisions are not required
SmartLipo is an outpatient procedure which can be easily carried out under local anesthesia. The entire process can be completed within an hour but it can vary depending on the quantity of fat accumulated and the specific body part. After the treatment the patient can get back to routine activities within a short period of time.
No More Accumulation of Fat
The most outstanding factor about SmartLipo is the long term results this procedure guarantees. Another significant feature about this cosmetic surgery is that after the process, fat cells will not be formed again on those areas that had undergone the treatment. Patients are ensured excellent body contouring solutions within minimum time. After the treatment you can be more active with improved body tone, self confidence and determination.
By: Park Avenue SmartLipo
i have like manboobs and after all the cardio and exercise i do at the gym theyre still here and like the rest of my body is slimming down and its like my chest make me look fat when im not..so besides exercise and eating right could i get liposuction? will it work? and will they look good afterwards?
and how much should it cost!???
No its not for me, so please refrain from answering with your anything like well the smart/proper/safe way is to diet and exercise. I’m just curious about the costs because a friend of mine asked me and I didn’t know.
Tighten and tone your skin without surgery for a smoother natural-looking brow and forehead, brighter eyes, smoother skin, softer features and a younger looking mouth and neck.
Areas Treated
Forehead and frown lines
Crow’s feet
Nose-to-mouth lines
Cheek lines
Smoker’s lines
Necklace lines
Fine lines
Procedures
Muscle-relaxing injections
Tiny quick injections of purified neurotoxin relax crow’s feet, forehead and frown lines in a Few days. Also help soften smoker’s lines around the mouth and neck lines. Results last 3-6 months.
Fillers
Restylane and Teosyal use a natural substance called hyaluronic acid to fill and soften lines for results that last 4-6 months. Radiesse lasts up to 1 year and is ideal for cheek augmentation and nose-to-mouth lines. Sculptra adds volume to the entire face, lifting and softening lines. Sculptra requires about 3 treatments over 3 months and results can last up to 3 years.
Laser genesis
A powerful Nd:YAG medical laser heats, stimulates and tightens collagen, smoothing very fine lines on cheeks and around the mouth. Up to 6 treatments provide beautiful results.
TCA skin peels
For lines around the mouth and eyes, a chemical peel augments the effects of fillers and Muscle-relaxing injections and gives a younger overall complexion.
Serdev Thread Lift
These scarless thread lifts are very different to other thread lifts that lift only skin or fat. During the Serdev thread lift, moveable tissue such as SMAS (thin layer enveloping the muscle) is secured to stable structures providing instant resuits. Venus Medical Beauty is currently the only clinic in Ireland performing the Serdev method of thread lifting. The Serdev thread lift increases definition of the jawline, raises the outer corners of the eyes and lifts mild to moderate sagging of neck tissue, improving overall facial proportions and definition that results in a more youthful and pleasing appearance.
Temporal, mid and lower SMAS face lifts, eyebrow lift and neck lift are performed using special sutures placed under local anaesthesia. Our surgeons trained under world-renowned cosmetic surgeon Professor Nikolay Serdev in Bulgaria to perfect these techniques. The surgery leaves no scars and you can return to your normal activities immediately. During a consultation with a doctor you will be assessed to determine if you are suitable for this procedure
For full, youthful cheeks, improved facial proportions, a less aged or gaunt appearance and a reduction in wrinkles and lines.
Areas Treated
Cheeks
Cheekbones
Temples
Under eyes
Around mouth
Sculptra
Sculptra (Poly-L-Lactic acid) adds volume to temples, cheeks, under eyes and around the mouth. When weight is lost from the face, Sculptra restores the youthful look of fuller cheeks and softer features. A number of tiny injections into the skin or fat stimulate an increase in volume over a few weeks. Building up to the correct volume usually takes 3 treatments at monthly intervals. Such is the success of the treatment that it has been termed the “liquid face-lift”!
Fat transfer
Fat is taken from the thigh or tummy and injected into areas of volume loss on the face.
A natural and safe enhancement to restore volume and replenish the look of youth. Performed under Local anesthesia for comfort. Up to 3 transfer treatments at 2 month intervals may be required to optimize results.
Venus Medical Beauty is a specialist medical centre in Dublin, Ireland, providing a range of non-surgical and minimally invasive cosmetic procedures. These treatments are all performed by experienced cosmetic medical doctors with advanced training in Europe, USA and Asia. We use safe products and state-of-the-art technology, so you can count on Venus Medical Beauty to enhance your beauty with some of the most advanced procedures in the world. Our doctors are pioneering many procedures in Ireland, including the new VASER Liposelection for fat removal and Serdev thread lifts for scarless face and neck lifting, allowing you go home the same day with minimal interruption to your lifestyle
For more information visit www.venusmed.com
By: vision
where in Asia can I have really cheap yet safe liposuction, can you suggest a few centers I can contact?
