Archive for February, 2010

BOTOX Injections

Not everyone is willing to undergo surgery, whether it be a life-saving procedure or a cosmetic surgical one. More often than not, these people who are deathly afraid of any form of surgery are composed of individuals who swoon every time they see an injection needle, a scalpel, or anything sharp slowly coming into contact with their skin. Luckily for those who want to improve their looks through cosmetic surgery procedures, but are scared senseless of the idea of an actual operation, a wide ar

Facial Lines and Wrinkles

Lines and furrows and wrinkles – clinically called rhytides – are typical of an ageing skin and are attributed to the irregular thickening of the dermis coupled with the decrease in the amount of water held by the epidermis. Genetic tendency, skin phototype, exposure to environmental conditions and lifestyle choices are some of the factors that can affect the degree of severity of these seemingly alarming changes in a person’s appearance. Aside from natural ageing processes, the foll

The Sun and Ageing of the Skin

As the body ages, the appearance and characteristics of the skin alter – say “looks real ugly.” The areas of skin exposed to the sunlight’s ultraviolet radiation suffer the most damage and expectedly age faster. It can occur at an early age in people who have spent much time outdoors and those who are often badly sunburned, particularly those who are fair skinned. The dreaded process is known as photoageing. It is attributed to a combination of short wavelength (UVB) injury to t

Platelet Gels in Plastic Surgery

Not everyone looks forward to any surgical procedure. In fact, even the most enthusiastic person about getting the best results from any procedure certainly feels uneasy and is concerned about the whole thing. What if the scars won’t fade? What if I don’t heal that fast? Would I be getting good results out of this? Is this worth it all? There are a lot more concerns of course. The list could go on, but they would only show one thing: going through surgery, no matter how amazing the consequ

Nasal Reshaping

One of the most complex operations in facial plastic surgery is nasal reshaping or rhinoplasty. More commonly known as a nose job, rhinoplasty is a cosmetic surgery procedure that seeks to improve the function and appearance of a person’s nose. Certain changes that nasal reshaping does to a person’s nose include reduction or increase in the overall size of the nose, removal of a hump, a change to the shape of the tip or bridge, a narrowing of the span of the nostrils, or a change of the ang

Potential Risks Of Getting A Tattoo

The majority of tattoos are applied without any problem, but there are some that result in a less than desirable outcome. For this reason, the potential risks associated with getting a tattoo cannot be overlooked. Unsanitary equipment is the main concern that most individuals face when getting a tattoo. The potential for contracting a disease is high with equipment that is not properly cleaned after each use. In addition, tattoos can often result in a skin infection if either the equipment

Mini Liposuction

One of the most sought-after cosmetic surgery procedures in recent years is liposuction. While not exactly done as a replacement for dieting and exercise, liposuction is designed to remove really stubborn areas of fat which just won’t go away with the more traditional methods of losing weight. Known as a body sculpting procedure, liposuction removes unwanted fat from the abdomen, hips, thighs, buttocks, upper arms, knees, neck, chin, and cheeks. During the past few years, a number of newly-d

Cosmetic Surgery – Are You Covered By Health Insurance?

Cosmetic surgery, in its true sense, is an elective procedure that is performed to reshape or enhance body parts a patient may find unflattering. Since cosmetic surgery has an intrinsic aesthetic intent, it is usually not covered by health insurance. The argument put forth by insurance firms is that a person can very well do without cosmetic surgery, and the procedure is used for mere beautification instead of being a life saving surgery. On the other hand, reconstructive surgery is generally c

Natural Home Treatment for Cellulite

CELLULITE “Cellulite” is a skin condition that gives the appearance of small bumps and ripples under the skin. The bumps are caused by the underlying fat cells growing too large and stretching the natural fiber compartments that hold the skin to the underlying layers of tissues. \”Cellulite\” is ordinary fat, but ordinary fat that affects the appearance of the skin. Strands of fibrous collagen tissue connect the skin to the subcutaneous layers and also separate compartments th

New Plastic Surgery Procedures ?Body Thermage

The body thermage is a relatively new procedure sweeping the plastic surgery field. Yes, it is the procedure you see performed on many of the makeover television shows. New Plastic Surgery Procedures 鈥?Body Thermage Many people wonder how celebrities can lose a dress size so fast with apparently doing anything. The answer is a procedure known as body thermage, which is generally used in the treatment of facial and neck laxity. Body thermage is considered an innovative and safe cosmetic option