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Breast Augmentation Surgery Recovery

Posted on June 22, 2014 by adminpsi

Breast augmentation is a major plastic surgery procedure designed to enhance the size of breasts by insertion of saline or silicone implants. The recovery in this surgery can differ from one patient to another, depending on a number of factors. The skill and technique with which the cosmetic surgeon performed the surgery, the choice of implants, the extent of surgery, and the natural healing capacity of the patient will determine the course of recovery.

Dr. Paul McCluskey is an experienced plastic surgeon providing breast implant surgery to patients in Atlanta, GA and nearby areas. He will discuss the recovery process with his patients in detail at the time of initial consultation. Patients who are concerned about the pain involved, risks and length of recovery can address their doubts and concerns during the consultation.

Initial Recovery Phase

Once the surgery is completed, the patient will be taken to the recovery area at the surgical facility and kept for a few hours under monitoring and observation. The patient’s breasts will be wrapped in dressings, and a surgical bra may be provided for additional support. Most patients will have to wear the support bra for several weeks to hasten the healing process. The procedure is likely to be performed general anesthesia, but a majority of patients are in a position to go back home the same day.

As an experienced plastic surgeon, Dr. McCluskey recommends his patients in Atlanta, GA to arrange for someone to drive them home, and preferably stay with them overnight for the first night. Before leaving, the surgeon may provide the patient with a set of instructions to be followed during the initial recovery period. Medications to provide relief from pain and prevent infection may be prescribed for a few days. A follow-up visit date of around one week from the date of surgery will be given to the patient.

First 10 Days of Recovery

Mild pain and soreness in the breasts will be experienced for the first five to seven days. Swelling and bruising is common during the initial weeks, but will start reducing after the first week if the patient follows recovery instructions of the cosmetic surgeon carefully. Most patients are in a position to go back to work after the first week once the sutures have been removed.

However, strenuous activities and heavy lifting should be avoided for about four to six weeks. Tightness in the chest and mild difficulties in breathing are common during the first week or 10 days. During this period, the patient may try to rest in a semi-upright position as far as possible.

Contacting the Plastic Surgeon

Most patients will remain comfortable with the pain relieving medications as prescribed by the surgeon for the first few days. However, if the patient feels unusually sharp and persistent pain in the treated areas, she should contact the surgeon promptly. A stinging or burning sensation in the wounds, acute or unusual swelling in the breasts, or formation of pus are also symptoms that must not be ignored.

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Slimmer Arms for Summer

Posted on June 17, 2014 by adminpsi

Many patients who visit us for a consultation are unhappy with the size of their arms, and while general toning or weight loss may help, excess skin can still be an issue. Exercises that target the triceps will particularly help with toning and losing fat associated with the under arm but excess skin and targeted fat loss for this area would require a surgical solution. The procedures involved in this area would include liposuction and possibly an arm lift.

Liposuction in the upper arm can have great results to remove excess fat and can help to shrink the skin. Arm liposuction is a relatively simple procedure that can be performed under local anesthesia or combined with other procedures. In cases where upper arm excess skin is also an issue, the only way to reduce the amount of extra skin is to surgically remove it. This procedure is called an arm lift and there are two types of incisions that can be made depending on the amount of excess skin. The first type involves an incision that will be hidden in the underarm and is suited to sagging of the upper arm that is common with aging. The second type of arm lift is designed for greater amounts of excess skin associated with extreme weight loss and involves an incision from the elbow to the armpit, in this case scarring is usually a concern for patients but the incision usually heals well with the scar fading over time. During recovery it is important to keep arms compressed, but under guidance from Dr McCluskey patients may resume their day-to-day activities and exercise to continue to tone and sculpt the arms with in a matter of weeks!

These procedures allow patients to attain slimmer, more youthful looking arms with a relatively short recovery period and beautiful results!

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Slimmer Thighs

Posted on June 17, 2014 by adminpsi

Thighs are a long time problem area for many patients of all shapes and sizes. Thighs can be slimmed through exercise, however the inner thigh, particularly the upper inner thigh, is an area that many women carry fat in which can be helped significantly with liposuction. With the excellent results liposuction of this area can produce, slimmer thighs are a realistic expectation. In older patients, excess skin can also be a factor in the thighs looking larger than they really are. In the case of excess skin a thigh lift can be performed to remove any excess skin and further the slimming of the thighs, which is the optimal result for many patients. In younger patients a thigh lift is very rarely required so liposuction is effectively used to create a slimmer inner thigh. The procedure can be performed under local anesthesia with a very limited down time before patients can return to their normal activity and exercise routines.

Through Instagram, The Chive and other social media platforms, we have seen the rise of an obsession with the ‘thigh gap’ especially in younger patients. Up until recently many of us were blissfully unaware of thigh gaps and had no idea they were a desirable trait. Many women have long been unhappy with the size of their thighs, but now a frequent question in consultation is “How do I get a thigh gap?” A thigh gap is a characteristic that is determined solely by your body type, and while slimming the thighs through liposuction or exercise may produce a “gap” it is not something that can be guaranteed through surgery. If a patients goal is simply to slim the thighs then liposuction with a possible thigh lift is sure to meet or even exceed their expectations!

For more information on procedures offered by Dr McCluskey and the Plastic Surgery Institute of Atlanta visit http://sexualaesthetics.com/

Breast Augmentation Surgery Cost Atlanta

Posted on June 13, 2014 by adminpsi

Pre-op consultations are an important part of the process in any cosmetic surgery procedure such as breast augmentation. The cosmetic surgeon will discuss various aspects of the procedure with the patient, including the estimated costs. The goal is to help the patient make an informed decision. As an experienced plastic surgeon in Atlanta, GA, Dr. Paul McCluskey ensures that his patients are fully apprised of the cost aspect at the time of initial consultation.

Basic Cost Related Queries

During the initial consultation for breast augmentation, the patients should ask a few basic questions to clarify their doubts, including questions related to the cost of procedure. The questions may include some or all of the following:

What is expected total cost of the breast implant procedure?
Does the cost estimate include or exclude the costs of breast implants, medical tests, post-op visits and surgical garments?
What about the anesthesia costs and the costs of the surgical facility?
Are any financing options available via the office of the cosmetic surgeon?

Insurance Aspects

In most cases, breast augmentation is performed as an elective procedure for cosmetic purposes. Therefore, the cost may not be covered under the patient’s health plan. However, if the procedure is performed for restorative reasons following a mastectomy or breast injury, full or partial costs may be covered by the health insurer.

As an experienced plastic surgeon, Dr. McCluskey will address the patient’s queries with regard to various aspects adequately. Patients in and around Atlanta, GA may consult with him for breast augmentation and other procedures.

Average Costs

The cost of breast augmentation may be broken down into several components as follows:

Surgeon’s Fee

The breast surgeon may charge a fee according to their qualifications, experience and recognition in the field of breast surgery. The fee may range from $4,500 to $6,500 in most cases. The fee may also depend on the complexity and length of the procedure involved.

Cost of Breast Implants

Saline implants may cost between $1,500 and $2,000, while silicone implants will usually cost above $2,000. Some of the new qualities of highly cohesive silicone implants may cost more because of the use of advanced technology and materials.

Anesthesia and Operating Room Costs

The fee charged by the anesthesiologist and the operating room expenses may usually cost in the range of $3,000 to $5,000, depending on several factors. The American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS) suggests that patients should choose the most appropriate plastic surgeon and practice for a procedure such as breast augmentation, and surgeon’s fee and other costs should only be a secondary consideration.

Overall Cost of Breast Augmentation

The overall cost of breast augmentation procedure may be anywhere from $8,000 to $15,000, accounting for various cost components and different factors. The national figures released by the ASPS for 2013 suggest that the average cost of breast augmentation was $3,678 in the U.S. However, this quantum excludes the costs of anesthesia, operating room costs, and other related expenses. Monetary figures vary from one practice to another depending on various factors.

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How To Not Work Your Butt Off

Posted on June 10, 2014 by adminpsi

The Brazilian Butt Lift has exploded in popularity recently and for a pretty good reason: curves in all the right places!

The procedure involves liposuction of problem areas like the stomach, lower back and the thighs, then the fat taken from these areas is purified and injected into the butt to give a fuller, rounder derriere. Patients are ecstatic with the results (like those seen below) and are keen to maintain their new flatter waistline and slimmer thighs, but when they go to the gym to maintain or even enhance their amazing new figure how do maintain their post-surgical curves?

In the first weeks after surgery it’s important that patients stay off their butt as much as possible but many can resume exercise in just three to four weeks with their surgeons permission. The best type of exercise to begin with is some low impact and toning exercises like squats, lunges and deadlifts that will help to continue to shape the legs and thighs while lifting the buttocks by tonging the hamstrings. In both lunges and squats it is important to maintain proper form to avoid adding any stress to joints. Important tips to remember are to keep the back straight and to keep the knee behind the toe as shown below.

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As the patient continue to heal these low impact workouts can increase to higher intensity by adding the use of weights and cardiovascular exercises that sculpt the legs and abs while increasing the size of the butt muscles to give an even greater result, give the booty a natural boost and improve all around health and fitness!

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Breast Augmentation Surgery Overview

Posted on June 3, 2014 by adminpsi

Augmentation mammaplasty, commonly known as breast augmentation or breast enhancement surgery, is one of the most sought after procedures performed by a cosmetic surgeon today. The procedure involves surgical placement of saline or silicone implants to increase the size and fullness of breasts. Dr. Paul McCluskey is an experienced plastic surgeon providing breast augmentation and other procedures to patients in Atlanta, GA and surrounding areas.

Suitable Candidates

Not every woman may be a suitable candidate for breast augmentation. The surgeon will examine the general health condition, breast anatomy and aesthetic goals of the patient before recommending them for this procedure. The following women typically make spectacular candidates for breast augmentation:

The patient is unhappy with naturally smaller sized breasts.
The patient is keen to increase the size of normal breasts for aesthetic purposes.
Breast volume has been lost following a pregnancy, breastfeeding or loss of weight.
One of the breasts is smaller than the other.
The patient has undergone a mastectomy or has suffered loss of breast tissue due to a breast injury.

The cosmetic surgeon performing breast augmentation will try to ensure that the patient has a positive outlook, clear aesthetic goals and realistic expectations from the procedure.

Choosing Breast Implants

Breast augmentation is a fairly customizable procedure due to multiple choices available in terms of implant types, sizes, shapes, projection, and texture. As an experienced plastic surgeon, Dr. McCluskey educates his patients about the choice between saline and silicone implants, and helps them choose the appropriate size ranging from 120cc to 960cc.

Implant shape may be teardrop or round shape, and the surface the implant may be chosen between plain and textured. Patients in and around Atlanta, GA have an opportunity to discuss their best choices during the initial consultation with Dr. McCluskey.

Surgical Procedure

Breast augmentation will be performed using general anesthesia or IV sedation. The surgeon will begin the procedure by making an incision in a pre-determined location that keeps the scarring inconspicuous. The incision may be placed below the breast crease, encircling the areola, around the belly button, or the underarm area. The surgeon will create an implant cavity in the breast to place the implant shell under the chest muscle or between the breast tissue and the chest muscle.

Augmentation mammaplasty procedure will usually last anywhere between one and three hours, depending on the extent of surgery involved. If the surgeon needs to perform breast augmentation in conjunction with another procedure such as a breast lift, the total surgery time may be longer. Once the implants are inserted and adjusted well into their desired position and shape, the surgeon will close the incisions with sutures or skin adhesive.

Recovery

Most patients will experience mild pain and soreness in the breasts for a few days, which can be managed with pain relieving medication prescribed by the surgeon. Sutures will be removed in about a week, and the patient will be ready to go back to work or resume regular activities. The results of breast augmentation can last for several years, provided the patient maintains a healthy and balanced lifestyle.

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Mommy Makeover Before and After Photos

Posted on May 30, 2014 by adminpsi

The importance and significance of an individual’s beauty is often underestimated. The aesthetic appeal of any individual plays a huge role in the quality of his or her life, not only because it draws substantial attention from other people, but also because one’s self confidence is affected by it.

New mothers often crave to regain their former figure, but it is a long and arduous process. Dieting and exercise is extremely important to get yourself back in shape, but there are times when it can all seem futile. In such cases, you could consider visiting a plastic surgeon to help achieve the desired results in a considerably short span of time.

What is mommy makeover?

A ‘Mommy Makeover’ is a growing trend as an increasing number of mothers are looking to reshape their bodies. Being pregnant, especially having gone through multiple pregnancies can take a significant toll on your body. A mother will see changes in the size of her breasts, the elasticity of her skin, belly flab, impacting her aesthetic appeal substantially.

A mommy makeover targets these areas of the body and is designed to help you achieve the look you desire. A mommy makeover is a complete package that takes care of almost all the postpartum changes that your body undergoes. A single session will primarily cover three aspects. The plastic surgeon will perform a tummy tuck, breast enhancement (that will include a lift or augmentation) and fat removal via liposuction.

Cosmetic surgeons will also recommend skin tightening as well as stretch mark elimination and cellulite treatments as a part of the entire makeover process. Dr. Paul McCluskey is a cosmetic surgeon in Atlanta, GA and cannot stress enough on the importance of ensuring that you choose a reputable surgeon for a mommy makeover. Mommy Makeover Before and After Photos

What to look for before and after the surgery

As with any kind of surgery, plastic surgeons and cosmetic surgeons will stress that you need to prepare your body before undergoing the treatment. It is essential that you meet the cosmetic surgeon at least once prior to the operation to fully understand the changes that your body is going to undergo. It is essential to ensure that your body is well nourished; avoid going on a crash diet prior to the surgery as this could cause your body to undergo serious internal changes.

Your plastic surgeon will also recommend that you take your dosage of multi-vitamins to prepare your body for the surgery. It is also important that you quit smoking and stop taking aspirin at least seven days prior to the surgery.

Post-op care will require a significant amount of rest as your body recuperates after the surgery. Ensure that your follow your plastic surgeon’s instructions to the letter and everything will be fine.

It is essential to make sure that you avoid choosing one surgeon over another simply to save a few dollars. Ensure that you do your homework on the surgeon you plan to consult.

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Blepharoplasty (Eyelid Surgery) Before and After Photos

Posted on May 18, 2014 by adminpsi

Blepharoplasty, a cosmetic surgery performed to add or remove excess fat, muscle or skin above or below the eyes, is gaining popularity. It is also found that it is getting more common among older people – the reason could be that it makes a noticeable difference in the way a person appears. If performed by a good plastic surgeon with precision, an aging face can look considerably younger with this surgery.

Before blepharoplasty

If you need excess fat or skin from your upper or lower eyelid, or both eyelids, removed, you can consult a cosmetic surgeon. He/she will not only explain the procedure to you in detail, but also go through your complete medical history. He/she may also like to know if you have any severe medical conditions which might make it difficult to perform blepharoplasty. You must also mention it if you are a smoker.

Expert surgeons like Dr. Paul McCluskey prefer to take photographs at the time of consultation so that they can study the face and eyes in detail.

On your part, you should also ask every question that comes to your mind and have all your doubts cleared. You can ask for a complete break-up of the cost of the surgery like consultation charges, tests, anesthesia, operating room charges, the surgeon’s fee and medication.

You can also ask your surgeon for before and after surgery photos so that you can analyze them and understand what difference the surgery is going to make in your appearance. Blepharoplasty (Eyelid Surgery) Before and After Photos

After-care

After the surgery, you might have your eyes bandaged in loose gauze for the first day. After that you can go home, but make sure there is someone to drive you back home. You need to apply cold compress to your eyes for a few minutes every hour on the first day to reduce swelling of the treated area.

Your sutures will be removed within a week. You will also be given pain medication as well as lubricating ointment to apply on the treated area. The bruises of the surgery will reduce within a couple of weeks. The scars may take up to a year to fade away, but some make-up can help.

You can begin your daily showers right from the day after the procedure. Even shampoo lather or soapy water running on the incisions are nothing to worry about. You can also resume your daily activities and social activities very soon after the surgery. Do remember to avoid strenuous exercises early on as they can aggravate bruising after the surgery.

Getting blepharoplasty done in Atlanta, GA is not a very difficult proposition in the present times. All you need is to find a reputed and trustworthy surgeon who will give your eyes and your face a younger a fresher look with this simple procedure. You can thoroughly check some before and after photos before you decide where you would want to have blepharoplasty done – it is among the most effective and reliable ways to arrive at the right decision.

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Blepharoplasty (Eyelid Surgery) Cost

Posted on May 11, 2014 by adminpsi

One of the most advanced and popular surgeries for reducing the signs of aging, Blepharoplasty is a simple cosmetic surgery which you can undergo in Atlanta, GA easily. It helps add or reduce fat from above or below the eye to correct age-associated conditions like puffiness and wrinkles. Though you cannot expect dark circles under the eyes to disappear with this surgery, you can surely get more bright and fresh-looking eyes.

Who is a good candidate for it?

Blepharoplasty is performed with the goal of improving the appearance of your upper eyelid or lower eyelid or sometimes, both. For those who have defective or disfigured eyelids, blepharoplasty can help correct them to make both eyes look symmetrical. Excess fat on the upper eyelid can also obstruct vision and this condition, too, needs blepharoplasty.

If you have excess skin, fat or muscle above or under your eyes, you could consider getting blepharoplasty after consulting a reputed and reliable cosmetic surgeon. This surgery also helps add volume to eye area if needed. You eye area will look firmer after this surgery.

You must of course, ask your plastic surgeon some important questions before you opt for this surgery. If you have an ophthalmological condition or a blood circulatory problem or if you are a smoker, you need to tell your doctor about it. Your age and skin type might also be factors to consider before the surgery. Above all, you must be willing to go for this surgery on your own, and not because someone has suggested it.

How much will blepharoplasty cost?

Sometimes, your plastic surgeon might suggest additional procedures like browlift or laser skin rejuvenation to give your face the perfect contours. So the cost of surgery may vary from person to person. However, the average cost of blepharoplasty is roughly $3,000. You might need to pay extra for consultation, operating room, medication and anesthesia.

If you consider your satisfaction and the surgeon’s expertise, you will realize that it is not a big price to pay. Besides, you pay more only if you need more cosmetic procedures, other than blepharoplasty. The plastic surgeon will charge his/her fees according to his/her experience and reputation and the type of procedures you need.

Blepharoplasty is not covered under health insurance generally, and you will have to arrange sufficient funds to pay up for the procedure. Some surgeons help patients with finance plans for this type of surgery. Don’t forget to ask your cosmetic surgeon about it. However, if your medical records show that you need this surgery to correct redundant eyelashes, you may get insurance cover for the same.

If the way your eyes look makes you feel conscious when you interact with people, you should consider getting a blepharoplasty. There are expert surgeons like Dr. Paul McCluskey, who are committed to making people look better and feel more confident about themselves. So you can rest your fears aside and first get a consultation. Then you can decide about this surgery only if you are satisfied that you will get the desired result.

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Video: Mini Face Lift with Dr McCluskey

Posted on May 7, 2014 by adminpsi

Can you believe the amazing results of this mini face lift just ONE week after surgery? View our new video of the procedure below!