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These Simple Changes To Your Diet Will Boost Your Health

Posted on August 12, 2014 by adminpsi

Rigorous diets and bland eating plans make it easy to slip straight back in to old habits, but making small changes to your current can be the key to a healthier you!

Strict eating plans and an overwhelming diet change send many people running for the fried food in a matter of days. Even the strongest of will power will be tested during a tough diet, and the majority of those that make it through will bounce back to old eating habits and regain any lost weight.

If you want to lose a few pounds with out going crazy and get long term results you need to make a realistic change in your eating habits. Here are some easy steps to take!

1. Eat breakfast!

Breakfast really is the most important meal of the day, it sets you up with the energy you need to have a happy and productive day. Studies show that having breakfast as the largest meal of the day instead of dinner is helpful in losing weight or maintaining a healthy weight.

2. Drink plenty of water

We are 70% water and that water needs replenishing! A lot of us are chronically dehydrated and don’t even know it so those hunger pangs you’re feeling between meals could be misread feelings of dehydration. Keep a bottle of water with you and sip through out the day to rehydrate and stop you reaching for snacks when you aren’t even hungry.

3. Eat Your Greens

Leafy greens especially are packed full of important nutrients that boost your health and have benefits for your hair, eyes and nails. You don’t necessarily have to become a salad eater but add some to at least one meal a day to give your body the nutrients it needs.

4. Avoid Processed Food

Keep the foods you eat as close to their natural state as possible! This ensures you get the full benefits and nutrients of what you’re eating as well as avoiding added sugar which has many negative side effects on health.

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Rhinoplasty (Nose Job) Risks and Safety Information

Posted on August 9, 2014 by adminpsi

Rhinoplasty, compared to other plastic or cosmetic procedures, is more commonly performed as it takes lesser time and creates a marked difference in the appearance of a person. By adding or removing some tissues and cartilage, or correcting the shape of the central ridge in the nose, it can be made to look sharper, finer and certain respiratory issues can also be solved.

Understanding the surgery

Dr. Paul McCluskey, a renowned plastic surgeon in Atlanta, GA, has treated several patients both local and from other states. He firmly believes that the patient should first make clear what he/she wishes to get out of the procedure, before it is done. Making changes to the nose is process that takes effort and skill. Is the patient is not too clear about what is required, it becomes hard to do corrective surgeries in the same place.

Patients should always ask some key questions before agreeing to the surgery:

Are they suitable candidates for the surgery?
What technique will be used?
What shape will the nose take post-surgery – does it match the rest of your face?
Is the surgeon a qualified plastic and/or cosmetic surgeon approved by the American Board of Plastic Surgery or a member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons?
What the complications may arise and how can they be dealt with?
How long does the procedure take and what are the precautions to be taken before and after the surgery is done?

Risks your cosmetic surgeon will tell you about

Patients get this surgery done for two reasons – to improve the shape of the nose or to get rid of breathing problems. Some patients have even mentioned that they do not snore post rhinoplasty surgeries! The patients must look at before and after pictures of the nose and their face before selecting what look they prefer. This helps the surgeon make the incision accordingly inside the nose or at the base of it. There are some risks associated with this type of surgery though, just like every other medical or cosmetic procedure has. The common ones are:

Bleeding
The septum may not have been filled correctly which may leave you with holes in the central ridge inside your nose or with injuries to it.
Complications arising due to improper use of anesthesia
Skin complications such as skin necrosis, which means disintegration of the skin off the nose and adverse reactions to the bandaging.
Nasal blockage due to swelling inside the nose
Infection, if antibiotics are not properly used post-surgery.

An experienced plastic surgeon will ensure you do not suffer any complications while resolving all issues related to your nose as effectively as possible. Perfectly made incisions and adjustments ensure you do not need any corrective surgeries, so make sure you choose a reliable surgeon who takes every aspect of the surgery importantly, just like Dr. McCluskey does!

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Rhinoplasty (Nose Job) Surgery Steps

Posted on August 2, 2014 by adminpsi

Out of the several cosmetic and corrective surgeries done all over the world, rhinoplasty or nose correction is the most popular procedures done. Just correcting the way a nose looks can change a person’s entire appearance and also solve respiratory problems, for those who suffer from them. This is a relatively minor surgery that has a major impact and is in high demand. Read on to know more about this procedure.

What to discuss with the plastic surgeon

Although this is simpler than other plastic surgeries conducted, you must discuss every angle of a rhinoplasty with a reputed plastic or cosmetic surgeon. Most of us are aware that appearances can be altered with this surgery, but you should also know that certain respiratory problems also require patients to get their noses corrected. The nose gets its shape from the bones and cartilage supporting it. So the surgery mainly is to make adjustments to them and nose tissue.

Dr. Paul McCluskey, who has treated several patients in Atlanta, GA successfully, attributes his success to the helpful inputs he receives from his patients. The clearer they are with what they want, the easier it becomes for him to make the changes. Some of the things included in the checklist before the surgery are:

What kind of look you are aiming to achieve with the surgery
If there are respiratory problems you want corrected
Your past medical history and any allergies that you may have
What kind of medicines you are currently taking, including any food supplements you taking such as vitamins and herbs and so on
Your alcohol, tobacco and drug use, if any.

Steps of the surgery

The surgery can be listed in a few simple steps:

You consult your surgeon and decide what your objectives out of the procedure are.
You get local or general anesthesia, depending on the extent of the surgery required, the more extensive ones require general anesthesia.
The surgeon makes the incision within the nose (closed procedure) or across the thin strip of skin between the nostrils at the base of the nose – the columella (open procedure).
The cartilage within the nose is then added to or removed, depending on whether you want to just correct the look of the nose or make it sharper. Cartilage, if to be added, is taken from the ear or the rib can be used on the septum, the ridge in the middle of the nose.
If the septum is crooked, that can be corrected too.
Once the necessary changes are done, the skin as well as tissues are replaced on the new structure and the incisions are covered up.

The nose is then wrapped with bandages for some time so it can heal quickly.Getting rhinoplasty done does not take much time and the benefits remain forever. By taking a few simple steps, you can improve the look of your face and breathe more easily. Recovery time is very short and you can lead a relatively normal life shortly after the surgery. So go ahead and get in touch with your plastic surgeon today to get more details about it!

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Breast Lift Before and After Photos

Posted on July 29, 2014 by adminpsi

A breast lift or augmentation mastopexy is a procedure designed to restore volume and fullness in breasts that have sagged with age or childbearing. In breasts that are sagging (or ptotic) the ratio of skin to breast tissue simply need to be corrected to return breasts to a more youthful shape. This commonly involves relocating the nipple to a higher more central position and often decreasing the size of the areola. There are different incisions that can be used to perform this procedure which Dr McCluskey discusses in detail in a video here! The incisions do result in scarring but with proper after care, and when performed by a skilled surgeon the scars fade well and reduce in visibility.

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Liposuction Before and After Photos

Posted on July 27, 2014 by adminpsi

Liposuction is among the more popular procedures performed by a cosmetic surgeon in the U.S. today. Advanced surgical techniques and technologies have made the procedure safer, less invasive, and more effective. During the initial consultation, the plastic surgeon will explain all aspects of the procedure, and may also provide liposuction before and after pictures for a better explanation about the procedure’s benefits. Dr. Paul McCluskey provides this surgery to his patients in and around Atlanta, GA.

What are Liposuction Before and After Pictures?

Before and after pictures in case of liposuction refer to a pair or group of images belonging to a previous patient who has received the same procedure successfully. The pictures include images taken prior to the liposuction surgery and after the surgery at a time when the bruising and swelling has subsided, and full effects of the procedure have appeared. The cosmetic surgeon will take these pictures with the consent of the patient, and present them before new patients in a discreet way. Liposuction Before and After Photos

The objective of these photographs is to educate new patients about various aspects of the liposuction surgery. The surgeon will use these pictures during initial consultation as a visual aid to help the patient make an informed decision. Dr. McCluskey tries to ensure that these images are made available to every patient during the initial consultation process.

Advantages

Liposuction procedure can be a minor procedure in some cases, or a major surgery involving multiple areas of the body, in some other cases. When a new patient is considering liposuction surgery, they may not have a clear idea of what exactly the procedure can do for them, and how it can help fulfill their aesthetic needs. This is where the plastic surgeon will make use of liposuction before and after photographs.

The photos will help the patient understand how their appearance may be enhanced with different treatment approaches, techniques or surgical combinations. If the patient needs liposuction in conjunction with tummy tuck, breast lift, body contouring or another surgery, the appropriate before and after photos can show the different possibilities to the patient to help them make the right choice.

Staying Realistic about Results

Experienced surgeons are aware that the best satisfaction levels in any plastic surgery procedure such as liposuction can be achieved only when the patient has a positive outlook, clear goals, and realistic expectations. Liposuction before and after photos can be used to make sure that the patient knows exactly what to expect and what not to expect from the surgery.

Liposuction is not a weight loss surgery, and it is also not suitable for removal of stretch marks or cellulite from the skin. With before and after photos, the risk of patient over-expecting or wrongly expecting the results becomes mitigated.

Digital Photos

Liposuction ‘before and after’ images can also be posted on the surgeon’s website. New patients or those interested in the procedure can access the photos from the website even before they make up their mind about visiting the surgeon’s office for an initial consultation.

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Liposuction Recovery – What to Expect

Posted on July 20, 2014 by adminpsi

Liposuction recovery process can differ from one patient to another depending on the extent of surgery performed, the surgical technique adopted by the cosmetic surgeon, and the patient’s natural healing ability. Dr. Paul McCluskey will discuss the recovery process with his patients in Atlanta, GA and surrounding areas during the initial consultations.

Expected Recovery Period

Most patients will take at least a week to recover enough to be able to go back to work. In case the plastic surgeon has performed the procedure in multiple areas, they may advise the patient to stay off work for about 10 to 14 days. Immediately after the procedure, the treated areas will be wrapped using a compressive garment with compression pads. This helps expedite healing and reduces swelling.

Conspicuous swelling will subside fast, but complete swelling may get resolved over several months. The patient will continue to feel better as new contours and enhance appearance emerge gradually over a few months. In most cases, the cosmetic surgeon may place small, temporary drains beneath the skin to remove any excess blood or fluid in the first few days after the procedure.

Queries and Instructions

The surgeon may provide specific instructions to follow during the recovery period, which may include the following:

How to take proper care for the treated areas and drains.
When to take pain medications and other drugs to minimize the chances of infection.
Typical symptoms to look for in the treated areas as well as in general health condition, when the surgeon must be contacted.
When to make the first follow-up visit to the plastic surgeon.

Dr. McCluskey encourages his patients in Atlanta, GA and other areas to ask questions and clear any doubts regarding the recovery process. Some of the common questions that a patient should ask may include the following:

Whether the surgeon will prescribe the medications during recovery?
Will dressing or bandages have to be worn continuously after surgery and for how long?
When will the stitches be removed?
When is it appropriate to go back to work, and when to resume light exercises?

Other Aspects of Recovery

If the liposuction procedure is performed using tumescent technique, the use of general anesthesia will be avoided. The procedure can also be less invasive in case of laser assisted liposuction. In such cases, the recovery will be faster and the process will be well tolerated overall. Pain and discomfort gets reduced if the procedure is performed in a single area, or performed using less invasive techniques.

It is possible in many cases to conceal the treated areas behind clothing. Therefore, the patient will not attract needless attention on returning to work. After the first week, the tight compression garment can be removed to take a shower, but should be continuously worn through the first two to three weeks. The patient should not try to seek immediate gratification from the results because that may cause unnecessary frustration during the initial days. The full results may take several months to appear.

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How Much Does Liposuction Cost in Atlanta?

Posted on July 15, 2014 by adminpsi

Liposuction is a procedure performed by a cosmetic surgeon to reduce excess fat deposits from targeted areas in the body. The procedure may be combined with various other body contouring surgeries to achieve more comprehensive outcomes in a relatively less invasive manner.

Dr. Paul McCluskey in Atlanta, GA is an experienced plastic surgeon providing liposuction surgery. During the initial consultation, he will discuss various aspects of the surgery with his patients, including the cost aspect.

Factors Affecting Cost

Liposuction cost may vary from one practice to another as well as from one patient to another at the same practice. A number of factors will go into determining the final price.

Location of the Practice

The cost of living index will typically differ between two geographical regions. This index can influence the average cost of most types of products and services, including the services provided by a cosmetic surgeon. For instance, the cost of liposuction in Atlanta, GA may not be the same as the cost in, say, San Francisco, CA.

Fee Charged by the Surgeon

The plastic surgeon may charge a fee according to their academic qualifications, training, experience, and recognition in the field of cosmetic surgery. As per the recommendations of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS), patients should opt for the best surgeon for their needs, and surgeon’s fee should be considered only as a secondary factor in such a choice.

Operating Room and Anesthesia Costs

The surgeon may decide to perform liposuction using general anesthesia or intravenous sedation, depending on the case. Anesthesiologist’s fee can differ on the basis of their skills and experience. Surgical facility costs will depend to an extent on the kind of technologies, equipment, experience staff and personalized services are provided at a particular place.

Nature of Surgery

Liposuction procedure is fairly customizable, and it may involve one part of the body or multiple areas. A minor liposuction could involve small areas such as cheeks, neck, knees, or ankles. Major areas could include abdominal area, buttocks, thighs, and calves. The choice of technique may include the use of lasers, ultrasound, or other technologies. The length and complexity of the procedure will make a difference to the overall cost.

Average Cost of Procedure

As per the statistics released by the ASPS for 2013, the average cost of liposuction surgery in the United States was $2,866. However, the ASPS clarified that this cost does not cover the costs of anesthesia, operating room costs, and other related expenses.

The final cost of the procedure will depend on the extent and nature of treatment and other factors. If liposuction is performed in conjunction with other plastic surgery procedures, the cost may reduce as a part of a package.

Insurance and Finance

Liposuction costs are not covered under health insurance, unless the procedure is performed for a specific medical purpose. Patients should explore various financing options such as personal loans, bank loans, credit card extended payments, and loans through medical care finance companies. The surgeon’s office may be able to provide guidance or assistance with regard to insurance and financing.

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What To Expect When You First Wake Up From Surgery

Posted on July 15, 2014 by adminpsi

Waking up after being under anesthesia can be a confusing experience for many people, it’s not unusual for many of our patients to be experiencing the effects of anesthesia for the first time so what should you know before going in to surgery?

You Will Probably Wake Up Feeling Thirsty

It is very common for one of the first questions when patients wake up to be “can I have some water?” Following surgery fluids will still be being delivered to you intravenously so even if your mouth feels dry you are not dehydrated. One of the main reasons you can’t be given water immediately following surgery is the risk of it making you feel nauseated.

You Might Feel Cold

A side effect of anesthesia that is seen in many patients is shivering or shaking that leads many patients in their confusion to feel like they are cold, the feeling will pass and don’t worry! Your recovery nurse will ensure that you are kept at a comfortable temperature even if you can’t immediately feel it.

You May Wake Up Feeling Pain or Nausea

It is possible to wake up feeling pain or being nauseated and that is perfectly normal, just know that your recovery nurse will use the correct medications to control both symptoms as safely and effectively as possible.

You Could Feel Like You Need The Restroom

Trying to get to a bathroom immediately following surgery will likely lead to you feeling disorientated, nauseated and could lead to you injuring yourself so don’t panic! If you need the restroom your nurse will have you covered. It’s why bedpans were invented.

Most important is to keep in mind that you are in safe hands and that your recovery nurse will be doing everything possible to make you feel comfortable so trust in what they are telling you to do or not to do!

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Four Simple Steps To A More Active You

Posted on July 14, 2014 by adminpsi

It’s safe to say a lot of us feel like we missed out on the gene that seems to make some of our friends perpetually active. A lot of the time exercise feels like the last thing we want to do and we are masters of making excuses, so how do we get out of this little rut we’ve got ourselves into? Baby steps. Many a professional athlete, personal trainer or gym bunny will tell you ‘your body is capable of doing it, it’s your mind you have to convince’. So how do we start convincing it?

1. Find something you enjoy.

Maybe you’re a tennis fan, maybe swimming feels easier on your joints, or maybe yoga helps you release some tension. What ever it is that you enjoy doing, start with that and it won’t feel like such a chore. Stepping outside of your comfort zone and trying something new is always a great idea too, the sense of accomplishment and the chance of finding something you love is worth the risk!

2. Get more sleep.

It’s hard to stay motivated when you’re exhausted, and getting enough sleep is one of the key factors in a healthy lifestyle. You could try turning your phone off or putting it the other side of the room while you sleep, reading a book instead of watching television or saving your bedroom as a place to sleep and relax only. If you are used to working or studying from your bed it will make it harder to fall asleep.

3. Get outside!

Walk, hike, cycle, or run, just get moving. The fresh air will indeed do you good, whether you feel like wandering at a snails pace or starting a couch to 5k program. No matter what you do or how insignificant it may feel, anything is better than sitting on your sofa so go soak up that vitamin D (while wearing sun screen of course) !

4. Invite a friend

You’re more likely to stick to something if you are worried about letting some one else down. If you really struggle to keep a commitment to yourself make a plan with a friend, whether they are in the same fitness league as you or where you aspire to be a good friend will motivate you to keep trying.

Whatever you decide to do, make sure to have fun and enjoy yourself, that should be motivation in it’s self! Starting is the hardest part, once you’ve overcome that you can do anything!

For information on procedures offered by Dr McCluskey and the Plastic Surgery Institute of Atlanta visit psiatlanta.com or sexualaesthetics.com

Facelift Surgery Before and After Photos

Posted on July 3, 2014 by adminpsi

The facelift has emerged as one of the popular procedures in cosmetic surgery in recent years. The procedure is highly customizable, depending on the unique facial anatomy and personal aesthetic needs of a patient. During the initial consultation for facelift, the plastic surgeon will discuss all aspects of the surgery, including the expected recovery process.

The recovery in case of a facelift surgery will typically vary from one patient to another. The recovery can depend on several factors such as the extent of surgery performed, the surgical technique employed, the skills of the surgeon, and the patient’s innate ability to heal. Patients in Atlanta, GA and surrounding communities may consult with Dr. Paul McCluskey for facelift surgery.

What are Facelift Before and After Images?

Before and after images in case of facelift surgery refer to a pair or group of pictures relating to an earlier patient who has received the same surgery with successful results. The photos include images taken before the surgery and after the surgery at a time when full effects of facelift are visible. The plastic surgeon will obtain these pictures with the consent of the patient, and will show them to new patients in a discreet manner.

The goal of the surgeon is only to educate new patients about various aspects of facelift surgery, and help them make an informed decision. With the help of facelift before and after photos, the surgeon can effectively demonstrate the potential effectiveness of the procedure. Dr. McCluskey tries to ensure that his patients in and around Atlanta, GA are provided with facelift surgery before and after pictures at the time of the initial consultation.

Advantages

When a new patient decides to walk into the office of a surgeon for facelift cosmetic surgery, the patient may not necessarily be aware of how exactly a facelift may help meet their personal aesthetic goals. Some patients may only need a partial procedure, such as a rhinoplasty, eyelid lift, brow lift, or chin augmentation, while in other cases, the patient may need a full facelift along with a neck lift.

In some cases, only a mini facelift surgery may suffice. The patient can get confused with so many treatment options, and may find it difficult to make the right choice in their particular case. This is where the facelift before and after pictures will come in handy, and the surgeon can use them to ensure that the patient makes the most appropriate choices to meet their individual aesthetic goals.

Staying Realistic

Patients with realistic expectations usually achieve the highest levels of satisfaction in any aesthetic procedure. During the initial consultation, the cosmetic surgeon will use the facelift before and after pictures to ensure that the patient knows exactly what to expect and what not to expect from the procedure.

With before and after pictures, the risk of a misunderstanding is mitigated, and the patient is saved from any potential disappointment that could occur if the patient had formed wrong or unrealistic expectations from a facelift surgery.