andreraf, Author at betterplasticsurgery.com

28 08, 2013

SINGLE STAGE BREAST RECONSTRUCTION IN NEW JERSEY

andreraf2013-08-28T19:39:49+00:00August 28th, 2013|Categories: Braest reconstruction, Nose|

Single stage breast reconstruction refers to an immediate breast reconstruction after mastectomy where instead of using an expander an implant is used so that there is no need for expansion and eventually the exchange of the expander to implant. This operation is not possible on every patient and it requires certain conditions to be met and a very accurate patient selection and perfect coordination with the oncologic surgeon. The quality of mastectomy is critical to get a successful result. In prophylactic mastectomy cases Dr. Rafizadeh could perform the mastectomy and the reconstruction at the same time and make sure that [...]

22 08, 2013

BOTOX – NECK BANDS NEW JERSEY

andreraf2017-01-22T19:44:18+00:00August 22nd, 2013|Categories: Facial rejuvenation., News, Restylane, Juvederm, Botox (fillers and neuromodulators)|

Giving yourself a smooth neck can make you look years younger. Neck bands and wrinkles are an unfortunate part of aging, but they don’t have to stay with you forever. In order to fight these using Botox and other methods, you’ll first need to learn more about them. The vertical bands of muscle that form on the neck are called neck bands or platysmal bands. As we age, our platysma muscles – large muscles that go from the jaw area down to the top of the chest – loosen and separate. With repeated use, they become permanently tensed, forming corded neck bands. [...]

16 08, 2013

GUMMY SMILE – BOTOX VS. SURGICAL CORRECTION NEW JERSEY

andreraf2017-01-22T19:44:18+00:00August 16th, 2013|Categories: News, Restylane, Juvederm, Botox (fillers and neuromodulators)|

Before correcting a gummy smile – the term for a smile where too much of the gums show – plastic surgeons must decide which procedure they will use. If you’re getting your gummy smile corrected, it’s best to know your options and be an active participant in the process. A Botox gummy smile reduction procedure is very quick and convenient, often taking as little as ten minutes. The area above the lip is numbed, followed by an injection of Botox. There is no recovery period needed, and any side effects are minimal, so this procedure is ideal for those patients who are [...]

10 08, 2013

CROW’S FEET – BOTOX NEW JERSEY

andreraf2017-01-22T19:44:19+00:00August 10th, 2013|Categories: Facial rejuvenation., News, Restylane, Juvederm, Botox (fillers and neuromodulators)|

Along with frown lines and horizontal forehead creases, crow’s feet are one of the most commonly Botox-treated facial wrinkles. Crow’s feet are small wrinkles that project from the outside corners of the eyes. They make the face look older and constantly exhausted; erasing them withBotox makes you look years younger. Many people get crow’s feet. The skin in the area around the eyes is not very thick, so it’s more prone to wrinkling than other parts of the face. Laughing, squinting, and smiling are all activities that cause the orbicularis oculi muscles to twitch, and repeated twitching of these muscles forms [...]

31 07, 2013

NOSE ANATOMY – RHINOPLASTY NEW JERSEY

andreraf2017-01-22T19:44:19+00:00July 31st, 2013|Categories: News|

If you’re interested in getting corrective rhinoplasty surgery to improve your nose, you’re probably just starting to research the procedure online. Noses have complex internal and external architecture, and rhinoplasty is a complex type of surgery, so before you dive into the deep end, let’s get started with some basic nose anatomy. The internal structure of the nose is made up primarily of two types of tissue: bone and cartilage. The top half of the nose is supported by bone, and the bottom half is supported by cartilage. But to simplify how we cover nose anatomy, let’s forget about halves. It’s helpful [...]

23 07, 2013

FILLER RHINOPLASTY – SURGICAL RHINOPLASTY NEW JERSEY

andreraf2017-01-22T19:44:19+00:00July 23rd, 2013|Categories: News, Nose|

Trying to decide between surgical rhinoplasty and filler rhinoplasty? The first step is comparing and contrasting the procedures. There are many reason why filler rhinoplasty may be the right option for you. In the end, it all depends on your personal needs. Surgical rhinoplasty can involve extensive, complex reconstruction of bone and cartilage, along with the implantation of grafts and synthetic implants. You can expect these procedures to last up to four hours. Filler rhinoplasty, on the other hand, is much less complex and only involves external injections. Because of this, the procedure can last as little as 15 minutes. Its lack [...]

1 07, 2013

NASAL COLLAPSE – RHINOPLASTY NEW JERSEY

andreraf2017-01-22T19:44:19+00:00July 1st, 2013|Categories: News, Nose|

If you’re having trouble breathing through your nose after a rhinoplasty procedure, a nasal collapse may have occurred. A nasal collapse is a situation where one or more parts of the nose have experienced a loss of structural integrity and may seem deflated or otherwise malformed. Rhinoplasty involves reshaping and removing the cartilage of the nasal skeleton. Nasal collapses are usually a result of over-resection, which is when too much cartilage has been removed. The heaviness of the skin becomes more than the remaining cartilage can bear. Thus, people with thicker skin are more likely to experience this situation. Other reasons for [...]

14 05, 2013

ANGELINA JOLIE’S ANNOUNCEMENT: THOUGHTS FROM NJ

andreraf2017-01-22T19:44:19+00:00May 14th, 2013|Categories: Breast, General, News|

Angelina Jolie’s announcement of having had bilateral mastectomy for BRCA 1 mutation is really admirable. Celebrities have an incredible influence on public opinion and this will help millions of women at risk of contracting the breast cancer to consider a procedure that will help save their lives. Prophylactic mastectomy and immediate breast reconstruction is extremely successful today because the skin of the breast and most of the time the nipples are spared. The use of dermal grafts (ADMs) and the better quality of breast implants make the results of breast reconstruction more natural. The advent of fat grafting is another [...]

5 05, 2013

ANTI AGING WHAT’S PROVEN TO WORK? SIRTUINS, NJ

andreraf2017-01-22T19:44:19+00:00May 5th, 2013|Categories: Healthy Living, News|

What’s new in anti aging and what is scientifically proven to work? This past Saturday at the New York a Regional Society of Plastic Surgery spring meeting I saw Ivona Percec, M.D., PhD Assistant Professor of Surgery Division of Plastic Surgery, Hospital of the University of Penn who presented the results of the latest research about anti aging medicine. This is an exciting area of research. The pharmaceutical and the nutroceutical industry is all over it. Many drugs and supplements are available or in the pipeline. The only thing that has a conclusive evidence behind it is that reduced caloric [...]

21 04, 2013

WHAT CAUSES CELLULITE? EXPLAINS NEW JERSEY PLASTIC SURGEON.

andreraf2017-01-22T19:44:19+00:00April 21st, 2013|Categories: Facial rejuvenation., News|

Cellulite is French word that means inflammation or infection in the subcutaneous fat. The word appeared in the English language in the 1920 s and became popular since 1960s. The condition now refers to the dimpling and rippling of the skin of the lateral thighs, hips and abdomen. It happens in women, but can also happen in men who suffer from androgen deficiency. So the female hormones play a role. Anatomically it is caused by the attachment of the superficial fascia system to the dermis when the superficial fatty layer grows and creates bulges in areas where there is no [...]

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