FACIAL PLASTIC SURGERY

Facelift

General description
Facelift, also known as rhytidectomy, is a cosmetic plastic surgery to eliminate excess of facial fat. The muscles and skin are tightened to give you a smooth and fresh look. The procedure can be performed in face, neck or both.

Benefits
The best candidates for a facelift are those whose face, neck (or both) have begun to hang, but whose skin still has some elasticity. This type of cosmetic plastic surgery is more beneficial for people who have a strong and well-defined bone structure.

Technical description
Procedure – During a facelift, the surgeon will separate fat from muscles in the area where the surgery will be performed. Then, the fat is removed and the skin is placed again, taking out the leftover skin.

Eyebrow Lift / Forehead Lift

General description
Eyebrow and Forehead lifting is a type of plastic surgery improves sagging skin in forehead, eyebrows and upper eyelids. Muscles and skin that show signs of aging are altered: drooping of the eyebrows, excess eyelid skin and wrinkles in forehead caused by constant movements.

Technical description
Procedure – Local anesthesia and sedatives are normally used to avoid pain, though the patient remains awake. Some people request general anesthesia so they do not have to be conscious during surgery. It is possible to suffer from some stretching of the skin in the forehead and occasional discomfort.

For your wellness, hair must be kept out of the operation area; the hair close to the incision area must be cut; head is not shaved. Then, the incision is made at ear level and continues through the upper forehead close to the hairline so as to avoid the effect of a very wide forehead. If the patient is bald or suffers from alopecia, the surgeon can perform an incision in the scalp's middle line so as to avoid leaving a visible scar.

During surgery, the skin is lifted and measured to remove the excess of tissue, skin and muscle. The incision is closed with stitches or pins and, before applying the dressing, blood and any other particles are removed from the face to avoid scalp irritation.

Eye Lid Surgery (Blepharoplasty)

General description
Eyelid surgery or blepharoplasty is a type of plastic surgery to improve your wellness by removing excess fat, muscle and skin from upper and lower eyelids. Blepharoplasty can correct drooping upper eyelids sagging in lower ones that make older people look more tired that they really are and that can also compromise eyesight.
There are certain medical conditions that make eyelid surgery more risky: thyroid problems such as hypothyroidism or Graves disease, high blood pressure, cardiovascular problems and diabetes, among others.

Benefits
Ideal candidates for this procedure are those people who are healthy, psychologically stable and realistic about their expectations.

Technical description
Procedure – Like in any other wellness program that involves surgery, there are some risks involved. Nevertheless, these risks can be minimized if you consult a plastic surgeon and follow his recommendations accordingly. Minor complications can be inflammation and double or blurry vision. After this cosmetic surgery, some patients might experience temporary difficulty to close their eyes while sleeping. Another complication, rare if a good physician was involved, is ectropion or eyelid eversion, that is, the eyelid is turned outwards.

The first consultation is extremely important. Your physician should have a complete record of your medical background. Be honest; mention all your diseases, allergies, and medicine intake or tobacco consumption. Discuss your expectations and do not hesitate to ask when in doubt.

The plastic surgeon will explain all surgical procedures, the type of anesthesia needed and the costs. Blepharoplasty is generally performed with local anesthesia and oral or endovenous sedation, though some doctors prefer general anesthesia.

Rhinoplasty

General description
Rhinoplasty or nose surgery is one of the most common procedures in cosmetic plastic surgery. This technique can:

• Reduce or increase the nose size.
• Change the shape of tip or side.
•  Narrow the nostrils.
•  Change the angle between your nose and upper lip.

Benefits
Rhinoplasty can improve your appearance and make you feel better about yourself. Before considering this surgery, think carefully about your expectations and discuss them with your physician.

Technical description
Procedure – When rhinoplasty is performed by a qualified surgeon, complications are few and minor. Nevertheless, like in any surgical procedure, there is the risk of complications such as infection, bleeding or reaction to anesthesia. You can reduce the risks to the minimum if you follow your doctor's instructions both before and after surgery.

If rhinoplasty is performed through the nostrils, scars are not visible. Open rhinoplasty will leave a small, almost invisible scar at the base of the nose.

For all types of cosmetic surgery, it is mandatory to keep the communication channels open between you and your physician; nose surgery is no exception. In your first consultation, the surgeon will ask you the changes you want to make and then will examine your face and discuss the real surgical possibilities for your case.

For your wellness, the rhinoplasty surgeon will tell you all factors that could affect the procedure and the results. Those factors are nostril and cartilage structure, the shape of your face, skin thickness and, above all, your expectations. The physician will also let you know the type of anesthesia used, location, and cost. Anesthesia might be general or local, depending on the procedure or the surgeon's choice.

Honesty with your physician is of extreme important. Let him know if you have previously had nose surgery, even though it was many years ago. It is important to let him know if you experience difficulties when breathing, if you have allergies, if you smoke or take vitamins or some medication.
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