Can Plastic Surgery Make Someone Look Younger?

It seems as though one rarely opens a magazine, turns on the television or peruses the Web without seeing someone who has had plastic surgery---especially if one is fond of reading or watching Hollywood entertainment material. However, that does not mean that plastic surgery is only for the rich and famous. In fact, plastic surgery in Savage MN also has a place in helping those people, who due to an injury or birth defect, want to correct their appearance. Regardless of why one might opt for plastic surgery, there is no denying it can change one’s opinion of self.

It is also a way to turn back the hands of time. In fact, a recent (2012) study by the University of Toronto and North Shore University Health System reported that plastic surgery could actually make a person look more than 8 years younger. The study was done by collecting data from 60 participants who had received aesthetic procedures. The participants were divided in to three categories-faces and neck lifts; face, neck and eyelid work; and eyelid, face, neck and forehead lifts.

To determine the effectiveness of the plastic surgery, 40 people were asked to guess the age of the participants by looking at before and after photographs. The researchers found the following:

•  Photographs taken before the surgery were guessed to be an average of 1.7 years younger than they actually were.
• Photographs of participants taken after all three types of plastic surgery were thought to be 8.9 years younger.
• Those in the face and neck lift plastic surgery group were thought to be 5.7 years younger.
• Those who had received a neck lift and eyelid work appeared 7.5 years younger
• Those who had plastic surgery for their eyelids, face, neck, and forehead lifts were thought to be 8.5 years

With numbers like these, it is no wonder that so many people are considering plastic surgery! But, are these numbers due purely to the participants having plastic surgery? Dr. Chauhan, a plastic surgeon, points out that there is much more to looking younger than simply having plastic surgery. The study also showed that those participants who combined plastic surgery procedures with a healthy diet, ample hydration, regular physical activity, sun protection and an overall healthy lifestyle had the best numbers.

It should also be noted that when seeking to have plastic surgery, it is vital that one take their time in selecting a plastic surgeon. Be sure that whoever is chosen has a good reputation and keeps up with the latest in procedures, so that the results are everything desired.

Questions to ask about breast implants

For women who think their breasts are too small, breast implants can help improve their confidence. However, like with any type of Plymouth MN plastic surgery, you should ask the appropriate questions before you decide it’s “right” for you. As one article recently noted:

If considering breast implants there are a number of questions that should be considered as part of the process.

What kind of questions should you ask? You might inquire about the difference between round and contoured implants, how long they will last and what is fat-grafting breast augmentation? The more questions you ask, the better you will able to make an informed decision. 

Read the entire article: "6 Questions to Ask When Considering Breast Implants."

Breast Implants: Would you make a good candidate?

One of the most popular types of Plymouth MN plastic surgery is breast implants. Many women choose to undergo this procedure to help boost self esteem, but it’s not the perfect choice as one article recently noted: 

To begin with, you need to check out the age requirement for your state or insurance. This can vary, but it is typically at least 18 or 22 years of age for silicone gel breast implants.

Among the other factors that can determine whether breast implants are right for you are whether you’re in good health, you smoke, your motivation or if you’re pregnant or nursing. However, the only person(s) who can decide whether breast implants are right for you are you and your plastic surgeon.

Read the entire article: “Are You a Candidate for Breast Implants?”

Breast Implants Can Be a Positive Thing

Breast implants may be the most misunderstood plastic surgery procedure. Despite some beliefs, breast augmentation can be a positive thing for the patient, as it helps to give her back her self-confidence. We tackled this very subject in an article about Minneapolis breast implants and noted:

Another reason, which on the surface may seem vain or shallow, is to look better. Who doesn't like to feel as though they look their best? When we don't, we may feel inadequate or like we don't matter. Aging takes its toll on our bodies and our looks, and sometimes, we need a little help to reclaim a bit of our youth.

As humans, we like to look our very best. And if we feel we don't, this can lead to self-doubt and other negative thinking. When getting breast implants however, make sure you're doing it for you and not for anybody else. The only opinion that matters is yours, and if you're comfortable with yourself, you'll get your confidence back.

Read the entire article: "Breast Augmentation: Why Breast Implants Can Be a Positive Thing." 

Plastic Surgery Facts

If you think plastic surgery is only for celebrities and debutantes, here are some facts that may surprise you:

• Women last year accounted for 92% (8.6 million) of the total cosmetic surgeries done. Men had over 750,000 cosmetic procedures, or around 8%.
• The top five plastic surgeries done were:
• Breast Reduction
• Abdominoplasty
• Liposuction
• Breast Implants
• Eyelifts
• Americans spent nearly $10.7 billion on procedures.

We are a Minneapolis plastic surgery office with years of experience. Richard S Werner Plastic Surgery can be found online at www.RichardSWerner.com. 

Plastic Surgery FAQ

People ask us a lot of questions about plastic surgery before they decide to undergo any procedure. And the Richard S Werner staff is glad they do: cosmetic surgery is a big decision and questions should be raised. Here are some of the more common ones we get:

What questions should I ask before choosing a plastic surgeon?

Anything you want! We encourage you to bring a checklist along of any questions you wish to ask. We suggest asking potential plastic surgeons:

• Where will the surgery be performed?
• How many times have you performed similar procedures?
• What risks are involved?
• What kind of recovery time is needed?
• How much will this cost?

Will I have a scar from the procedure?

Scars are unavoidable of any healing time. But, a professional surgeon should be able to place it in a place where it’s virtually unnoticeable, like along natural creases or under undergartments. Scars will fade normally over time, and the severity is different from person to person.

What procedures are the most popular?

Our most popular plastic surgeries are:

• Breast Augmentation (Breast Implants)
• Liposuction
• Vein Stripping
• Tummy Tuck
• Eyelifts

Richard S. Werner is a Minneapolis plastic surgery office that can be found online at www.RichardSWernerMD.com. 

More FAQ about Varicose & Spider Vein Treatment

What are the risks of not getting varicose vein treatment?

Varicose veins commonly produce leg discomfort symptoms, aching, swelling and give you a higher risk for painful blood clots. Another risk is skin breakdown, which occurs with more advanced disease.

Is sclerotherapy or spider vein treatment right for me?

Vein treatments are highly individualized procedures and should be done for only yourself. They may be a viable option if you are bothered by spider veins or varicose veins anywhere on your body; you have a positive outlook and goals for treatment; and you are committed to following your plastic surgeon’s course of treatment.

Do spider or varicose veins serve any use?

Not usually. Most of these veins are dysfunction and removal may improve circulation. There are rare cases when deep leg veins are blocked, leaving varicose veins to carry the circulation, and should remain intact.

Will my treatment require me to wear medical stockings?

Graduated compression stockings are integral part of cosmetic and medical treatments. They are available in several styles and colors, and how long you will need to wear them will be determined by your doctor.

Does medical insurance cover these treatments?

In some cases, yes. Your surgeon’s office should be able to help you with all the paperwork.

Dr. Richard S. Werner MD and his Minneapolis plastic surgery office have over 30 years of experience. Learn more about vein treatments at www.RichardSWernerMD.com.