Breast augmentation (breast implant) is one of the more popular cosmetic procedures performed on women and is usually a very satisfying operation with predictable results. However, their are documented studies of secondary procedures of up to 25%. What are secondary procedures or revisions? And why such a high precentage? Well, in some instances, the implants can be [...]
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Besides the adversarial effects of smoking on the skin, lung, heart, brain, and kidney which are well known and established, the carbon monoxide that is inhaled during cigarette smoking decreases the oxygen content within blood. Oxygen, as we well know, is necessary for survival and the healing process. Thus, smoking inhibits wound healing, increases the [...]
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Liposuction is one of the most common cosmetic procedures performed. Most patients that maintain a healthy lifestyle with regular exercise (3-4 times/week) and a controlled diet (low fat and moderate proportions) but still have small amounts of fat in subborn areas are candidates. Certainly, realistic expectations and nonsmokers are mandatory in my practice. Traditional liposuction [...]
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