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Will I feel pain?
The patient will usually experience a mild burning, tingling sensation that lasts only a minute or two (Allison can use a small fan to minimize the sensation). Following the procedure, a bluish tint will remain you’re the skin which will wash off within 12- to 24 hours.
The skin will then swell slightly and will begin to peel within two to three days. This peeling will continue and should be completely healed in an average of seven to 10 days.
What results can I expect?
When the skin has completely finished peeling, the result will show through dramatically as you look into the mirror and see a beautifully improved complexion and the look of vitality you never knew possible.
The skin will continue to improve over the next month to six weeks and your confidence and joy will grow, as your skin becomes firmer, clearer, smoother, healthier and more youthful looking.
More than one?
Allison will thoroughly discuss with you the number of Blue Peels that are necessary to achieve the desired results. In most cases, one to three Blue Peels can achieve dramatic improvements in most skin problems. Blue Peels can be performed in six to eight week intervals until those desired results are realized.
Will the results last?
That new healthy glow and youthful appearance of your skin is an ongoing process. The Obagi Nu-Derm restoration system is an at-home program designed to promote long-term overall skin health and works in perfect conjunction with the Blue Peel.
Laser resurfacing
Laser resurfacing can best be defined as a “renewal” of your face to the days before those fine wrinkles at the corner of your eyes, vertical lines around your mouth, acne scars, sun damage streaks on your cheeks, unattractive pigmentation that sometimes comes with age and even facial scars caused by injury or accident.
The results of laser resurfacing are a smoother, more evenly toned complexion and are being enjoyed by men and women of all ages.
Each year, thousands of men and women undergo laser resurfacing with greatly satisfying results and no major complications.
However, prior to the procedure, you will meet in consultation with Dr. Massiha to discuss your medical history, specific cosmetic goals and pertinent information such as previous surgical procedures such as dermabrasion or facial peels, medications you are presently taking or have taken in the past, allergies, facial injuries and any other factors which may have a bearing on your laser resurfacing.
How is laser resurfacing performed?
Quite simply, a precision-directed beam of laser energy is used to vaporize the upper layers of damaged skin. As new cells form during the healing process, a smoother, tighter looking skin surface appears.
The laser is carefully passed back and forth over the skin until Dr. Massiha reaches the safest level that will make the imperfection disappear or become less visible.
If imperfections are deeply seated, Dr. Massiha may recommend that the procedure be formed in two or more stages.
How long will the recovery period last?
Dr. Massiha may cover the resurfaced area with a bandage which will be changed one or more times during the first seven days or he may have you cover your face with a protective ointment and give you additional ointment for home use to use for about a week during the healing process.
During the first three weeks, your skin will be bright pink or red, as healing proceeds and new, healthy layers of collagen replace the heretofore-damaged area.
During this healing period, you may wish to return to work and after about two weeks, you may safely apply makeup.
After a month, the redness will begin to fade and you will begin to notice the visible improvement you seek.
With each passing week, the pink tint of your skin will gradually diminish, but some pink tint may be slightly visible for three to four months.
The results?
The vast majority of patients are completely satisfied…even thrilled with the significant improvement in the tone and texture of their skin. And to show that beauty is not only “skin deep”, many say that their new look makes them feel more confident in work and social settings.
Breast Augmentation
As with many procedures in plastic surgery, the desire for and goal of breast augmentation is more than cosmetic beauty.
Often, the feeling that their breasts are too small bothers women. Perhaps, weight loss, the birth of a child, genetic underenlargement and even age have left breasts smaller or less firm than they once were.
Occasionally, a woman may have one breast smaller or of a different shape than the other.
Whatever the case may be, the usual…and best motivation for breast augmentation surgery is simply wanting to feel better about oneself.
Breast augmentation surgery (also called augmentation mammaplasty) can usually bring the desired results that leave a woman not only more physically attractive, but also more confident and self assured about herself.
What is the first step?
Consultation with Dr. Massiha is always the first step for any woman considering breast augmentation surgery.
During the consultation, you will be asked about past and present medical conditions, medications (including nutritional supplements) and the results of past breast examinations and the history of breast cancer in your family.
Also, your breasts will be examined and possibly photographed for your medical records. At this time, Dr. Massiha will consider the size and shape of your breasts and which procedure or procedures will bring the best results.
In addition, Dr. Massiha will discuss with you preparations for your surgery.
How is that procedure performed?
The technique used for your surgery depends not only on Dr. Massiha’s preferences, but also on your desired results.
The incision is small and usually made in one of three locations: under the breast, just at the crease; around the nipples (areolas) or within the armpit.
Once the incision is made, Dr. Massiha creates a pocket into which the implant is inserted. This pocket is made either directly behind the breast tissue or beneath the pectoral muscle located below the breast tissue and above the chest wall.
Is breast augmentation safe?
Each year, thousands of women undergo breast augmentation surgery and have no major complications. However, as with all surgery, you must understand there are risks as well as the benefits. The risks are usually minimal and will be discussed with your during your initial visit.
After surgery?
Within a day or two after surgery, you should be up and around. Most of the discomfort you will feel can be controlled with medication prescribed by Dr. Massiha.
A gradual healing process will have begun.
The day following surgery, you will be permitted to shower. Since dissolving sutures are used under your skin, there will be no need to remove them.
You may feel able to return to nonstrenuous work and resume gentle sexual relations within days.
Also within a short time period of time, most of the swelling will have subsided, you may discontinue wearing your support bra and you will begin to see the final results.
What will those final results be?
Like most women, you will be very pleased with the final results. You will no longer need padded bras or other bust-enhancing undergarments and your new figure will open a world of new fashion to you. Most importantly, your self-confidence will soar.
Also, Dr. Massiha may request that you return for period checkups in order that he may assess your long-term results and address any questions you may have.
So there you have it. Breast augmentation is a procedure being sought by more and more women each day to build not only shapelier figures, but also heightened self confidence and deep inner joy.
If you are considering breast augmentation, please feel free to call. Dr. Massiha will be happy to answer any questions you may have.
| DR. MASSIHA: “Breast augmentation surgery (also called augmentation mammaplasty) can usually bring the desired results that leave a woman not only more physically attractive, but also more confident and self assured about herself.” |
Massiha Plastic Surgery & Skin Care Center
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