A New Generation of Cosmetic Surgery

Juvederm™ Voluma XC™ is the newest product in the line of dermal fillers specifically designed to restore volume in areas of volume loss.

“I’m very excited to be able to offer a new product that will make our patients feel and look younger… a dermal filler like Voluma is what our patients have been waiting for.”  — Daniel Ritacca, MD, President of Ritacca Cosmetic Surgery & Medspa

Ritacca Cosmetic Surgery Center in Illinois was chosen as one of the few practices to train for the use of this revolutionary new product.

What can Juvederm™ Voluma XC™ do for you?

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Definitive Guide to Nose Surgery

The nose is a prominent feature of the face, giving it balance and symmetry. It is one of the first features noticed by people you meet for the first time, making it a key player in self-confidence. 

For those, women and men, who are not essentially satisfied with their nose's natural appearance, nose surgery or rhinoplasty may be the answer. 

However nose surgery comes in various shapes and sizes. With modern plastic surgery practices, nose surgery has become exceedingly refined through innovation and advanced cosmetic technology. 

There are a variety of rhinoplasty procedures commonly-performed for cosmetic and functional purposes. 

Nose surgery allows patients who are dissatisfied with the size, shape, or other aspects of their noses to achieve their desired changes that can range from the subtle to the dramatic. 

While nose surgery is designed to alter the shape of the nose and beautify the facial features; it can also be performed to correct for birth and bre

athing defects.

There is more to nose surgery that meets the eye. Discover the many faces of nose surgery. 

Read more here: The Many Faces of Nose Surgery

Hair Loss and Heart Health

In one peculiar study, some researchers have suggested that there's a link between male hair loss and heart health. 

The study conducted by Japanese researchers, involving almost 40,000 men, showed that those whose hairlines were only receding were 22 per cent more at risk of heart disease – a level the researchers said was not statistically significant.

Excessive baldness on the crown increased the risk by 48 percent, moderate baldness by 36 percent and mild baldness by 18 percent. In contrast, a receding hairline made very little difference to risk.

Overall, men with both frontal and crown-top baldness were 69 percent more likely to develop coronary artery condition than those with a full head of hair, compared with a 52 percent greater risk from a bald spot and 22 percent for receding hairline alone.

Although hair transplant surgery does reduce risk of heart disease; it is an effective method to restore hair and improve quality of life. 

Read more on the effects of hair loss on heart health: Heart Attack From Hair Loss

Laser Lipolysis: Better Results, Less Risk

Getting rid of excess fat in the abdomen area through liposuction or tummy tuck surgery has always been popular method among many people.

However body-sculpting plastic surgery procedures sometimes leave patients at surgical risks and extra sagging skin.

As science and plastic surgery technology progress, patients are presented with less-invasive treatment choices which can produce better results and less risk. Laser lipolysis is a minimally invasive treatment which involves laser to melt fat.  

Laser lipolysis reduces the risks of a surgical procedure (tummy tuck) and when employed in conjunction with standard liposuction, the fat-melting action of laser lipolysis will produce new collagen which helps revitalize skin tone and texture.

Moreover, the laser prompts the collagen to contract which tightens the skin, eliminating the possibility of skin sagging—a common complaint after traditional liposuction procedure. 

The laser lipolysis allows removal of more fat than its standard counterpart.   

"Combining traditional liposuction with laser lipolysis has now been shown to produce well-sculpted bodies with tight skin. 

We are able to give people things such as a tighter abdomen without the need for surgery," said Abbas Chamsuddin, M.D., lead author of the study and an interventional radiologist at the Center for Laser and Interventional Surgery in Atlanta, Ga.

Read more here: Laser Liposuction Eliminates Need for Tummy Tuck

Understanding Plastic Surgery Benefits and Risks

Plastic surgery is a cosmetic procedure aimed at altering appearance of one’s physical attributes. 

While it was once restricted to the wealthy and well-to-do patients, plastic surgery today is more popular than ever, attracting the young and restless, as well as the least affluent segment of the society. 

According to the American Society of Plastic Surgery, 91 percent of plastic surgery patients, most of them are women, are electing to make quick alternations to their appearance more than ever. 

Some plastic surgery procedures may tamper with the body’s fat balance, creating new problems areas. One recent study found that liposuction can slim done one problem area while bulging another.

However, there are many benefits to plastic surgery, too. Plastic surgery can be a safe, rewarding and pleasing procedure if you are well- prepared and are carefully accessed by a qualified doctor.

Doing a comprehensive research to find the best, accredited plastic surgeon before going under the knife will save you from possible surgery risks. 

Read more here: Taking Cosmetic Surgery Seriously

Breast Augmentation Incisions: What You Need to Know

Deciding to have breast augmentation (breast implants) can be exciting, but there are a lot of factors that need careful consideration first.

First, you must find a certified plastic surgeon that you trust. Once you've scored a consultation, be prepared to discuss every aspect of your surgery; candidates, risks, recovery, cost and of course, the procedure itself.

You should research before your consultation to get an idea of your options. There are many sizes and types of breast implants to choose from. Another important aspect of the surgery is choosing the incision, which can greatly impact your results.

Although these decisions will be made alongside your plastic surgeon, it's good to have a little know-how on the techniques beforehand.

Here are the four most common breast augmentation incisions:

1. Periareolar Incision
2. Inframammary Incision
3. Transaxillary Incision
4. TUBA Incision

To learn more, read the full article: What Do Breast Implant Scars Look Like?

Luxury Plastic Surgery in United Arab Emirates (UAE)

Where in the world can patients find the highest quality plastic surgery with service fit for a King (or Queen)?

The United Arab Emirates, of course.

The UAE is a premiere medical tourism destination for plastic surgery. Patients travel here for expert doctors, cutting edge medical facilities, and incomparable amenities.

Having plastic surgery in the United States or Europe doesn't even compare to the lavish recovery centers and advanced techniques found in Dubai and Abu Dhabi.

The only downside to this destination is cost. If you're looking for affordable plastic surgery, you won't find it in the UAE. Only the very finest plastic surgery clinics operate in the UAE, making it one of the most luxurious medical tourism destinations on the planet.

To learn more, read the full article: Plastic Surgery in UAE - A Cut Above the Rest