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A Facelift can help erase years from the neck and jawline by lifting, tightening and smoothing the skin. Weight fluctuation can cause skin in this area to become sag, but there are very few of us who will escape the tell tale signs of aging that come from the loose and sagging skin of the neck and jowls. You can see Dr McCluskey perform a facelift here! As you can see from the patients results below, the Facelift gives a natural, subtle, younger looking silhouette to the face.

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Eyelid Surgery (Blepharoplasty) Overview

One of the most striking features of the face is the eyes. Aging signs around the eyes get quickly noticed if the eyelids are droopy, puffy, or there are bags beneath the eyes. Tired or angry looking eyes can make a person appear older than their actual age. A cosmetic surgeon may recommend blepharoplasty or eyelid surgery as an effective solution to improve this condition.

Eyelid surgery, also known as eyelid lift, is an intricate procedure designed to tighten the skin and muscles around the eyes, and restore a rejuvenated look. The procedure may be performed on upper or lower eyelids or both. Dr. Paul McCluskey is an experienced plastic surgeon providing blepharoplasty and various other procedures of the breast, body and face to patients in Atlanta, GA and surrounding areas.

Upper Eyelid Blepharoplasty

Causes and Symptoms

Upper eyelids may tend to sag due to aging, hereditary factors, sun exposure or repetitive eye movements over the years, such as blinking. Natural eye contours can be distorted due to misplaced fat pockets, causing the appearance of wrinkles and folds in areas where the eyelid was once firm and smooth.

Symptoms may include a delicate fold of excess skin in the upper eyelid area, allowing it to rest on the eyelashes and, in some cases, resulting in partial vision obstruction. Sometimes the eyebrows begin to descend with age, causing heaviness in the upper eyelid.

Procedure

The cosmetic surgeon will begin upper eyelid procedure by making a small incision along the crease of the upper eyelid to create access to the targeted area. The incision will be placed in the natural crease of the eyelid to avoid visible scarring. Loose skin and excess fat will be removed to reduce the puffy appearance. Skin will be tightened and the incision will be closed with fine sutures.

Lower Eyelid Blepharoplasty

Overview

Lower eyelid surgery is designed to reduce dark circules, bags, and loose or wrinkled skin that may be showing underneath the eyes. A common problem is excess lower eyelid skin and the puffiness below the eyes, which can make the eyes appear old and tired.

The plastic surgeon may perform lower blepharoplasty to correct these conditions, enhance the skin tone below the eyes, and restore a more refreshed eye appearance. Dr. McCluskey receives patients from Atlanta, GA and surrounding communities for eyelid surgery and various other procedures of the breast, body and face.

Types of Lower Eyelid Lift

Lower eyelid surgery can be of two types. In a majority of cases, the surgeon will place the incision just beneath the lash line of the lower eyelid to excise loose skin and fat, followed by the tightening of skin and underlying muscles.

For patients who do not require muscle tightening of the lower eyelid, the surgeon may perform a transconjunctival blepharoplasty. The incision in this procedure is made inside the lower eyelid to keep the scarring entirely invisible. In some cases, the surgeon may recommend a combination of lower eyelid lift with laser resurfacing or a chemical peel for an enhanced skin texture.

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Your Atlanta Liposuction Specialist

Liposuction is one of the most popular cosmetic procedures that may be performed as a standalone surgery or in conjunction with other surgeries. Liposuction is designed to reduce stubborn fat deposits from specific areas in the body with a goal to achieve smoother and more even body contours. The cosmetic surgeon may recommend this procedure to patients who are unable to reduce stubborn fat pockets with diet or exercise, but are keen to achieve improved contours with lasting results.

Several techniques are available today to perform liposuction surgery in a safe and effective manner. The surgeon will create a customized treatment plan in accordance with the individual needs of a patient. Dr. Paul McCluskey of the Plastic Surgery Institute of Atlanta is a reputed plastic surgeon providing liposuction and other procedures of the breast, body, and face. He receives patients from Atlanta and surrounding areas for liposuction, and makes sure that every patient is provided personalized care and attention at his office.

Education and Training

Dr. McCluskey performs a wide range of aesthetic and reconstructive procedures at the Plastic Surgery Institute of Atlanta. He received his Bachelor of Science degree with Honors from Millsaps College in Jackson, Mississippi. He followed it up with a medical degree from the University of Mississippi and completed an internship in anesthesiology. At this stage, he was inspired to pursue surgery, and worked on key research projects with Dr. John McCraw and Dr. Bill Lineaweaver in the Plastic Surgery division at University of Mississippi.

Dr. McCluskey completed a five year residency in general surgery. His research in the field of breast reconstruction was published and he presented it at various conferences. He then pursued a residency in plastic surgery at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center. Here he trained alongside eminent plastic surgeons to hone his skills in various aspects of cosmetic and plastic surgery.

As a teacher of residents and medical students, Dr. McCluskey has received several Resident of the Year awards. He has used his knowledge and experience as a cosmetic surgeon to publish articles in peer reviewed medical journals in various areas related to plastic and reconstructive surgery.

Customized Treatment

Liposuction is a highly customizable procedure, and Dr. McCluskey believes that best results with this surgery can be achieved when the most appropriate surgical technique is chosen and correct areas are targeted for liposuction. He pays special attention to the patient’s intrinsic aesthetic needs and aspirations, and designs the treatment plan to meet or exceed those expectations.

Dr. McCluskey strives to achieve the right balance between a conservative or less invasive approach to surgery and aesthetically outstanding results. Techniques such as tumescent liposuction as well as ultrasound assisted procedures may be applied to achieve the best outcomes with liposuction surgery.

As an experienced liposuction surgeon in Atlanta, Dr. McCluskey will make sure to keep the incisions as small and as inconspicuous as possible to reduce the scars. With a conservative and customized surgical approach, Dr. McCluskey is also to reduce the recovery period following the liposuction procedure in many cases.

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Thousands of cosmetic and reconstructive breast implant procedures are performed by cosmetic surgeons each year in the US. Breast augmentation not only helps restore or enhance the breast appearance, but also adds to a woman’s self-esteem and self-confidence. Breast implant surgery can produce safe and predictable results as long as it is performed by an experienced breast surgeon in a state of the art surgical environment.

Dr. Paul McCluskey, head of the Plastic Surgery Institute of Atlanta, is an eminent plastic surgeon providing breast implant surgery. Dr. McCluskey has the necessary expertise in the full spectrum of aesthetic and reconstructive surgery procedures as well as non-surgical treatments. He receives patients from Atlanta, GA and surrounding areas for breast implants and other procedures.

Highest Standard of Care

As a committed breast implant plastic surgeon in Atlanta, Dr. McCluskey strives to provide every patient with the best in class treatments and following the highest standards of care. Personalized care and attention is assured in breast implant surgery and other procedures with Dr. McCluskey. His four key principles that govern his treatment process include the following:

Ensuring exceptional patient care in a friendly and caring environment.
Achieving natural looking and long lasting outcome for every patient.
Providing personalized attention throughout the course of treatment for every patient.
Employing cutting edge surgical technologies and techniques to deliver optimal results.

Education and Training

Dr. Paul McCluskey is a well-known cosmetic surgeon in Atlanta, providing breast implants and other surgeries. He is experienced in various aesthetic and reconstructive procedures of the breast, body, and face. Dr. McCluskey received his Bachelor of Science degree with Honors from Millsaps College in Jackson, Mississippi. He followed it up with a medical degree from the University of Mississippi and completed an internship in Anesthesiology.

During the internship period, Dr. McCluskey underwent an emotional experience as his mother received breast reconstruction surgery following a mastectomy for breast cancer. This turned his attention towards learning everything about breast implants and breast reconstruction, and began working on research projects with Dr. John McCraw and Dr. Bill Lineaweaver in the Plastic Surgery division at University of Mississippi.

Thereafter, Dr. McCluskey completed his five year residency in General Surgery. His research in the area of breast reconstruction was published when he was the Chief Resident. He also presented his research findings at local and national forums. He was chosen to training in the highly competitive field of plastic surgery at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center. Here he received the opportunity to train alongside eminent leaders in the area of cosmetic and reconstructive surgery.

Honor and Recognition

Over the years, Dr. McCluskey has earned several honors in recognition of his contributions to the field of plastic surgery. He was a multi-year recipient of Resident of the Year Awards to acknowledge his efforts as a teacher of residents and medical students. He has also published a number of peer reviewed journal articles in areas such as breast reconstruction, breast lift, breast reduction, and cosmetic surgery.

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Breast implant surgery costs will have a marginal difference between two practices, and in some cases, even between two patients at the same practice. The actual cost of surgery will depend on factors such as where the practice is located, how much fee the cosmetic surgeon will charge, the costs of surgical facility, anesthesiologist’s fee, the type of breast implants chosen, and other related costs associated with a surgery.

Dr. Paul McCluskey is an experienced plastic surgeon providing breast implant surgery and other procedures. During the initial consultation, Dr. McCluskey will discuss all aspects of the procedure, including its estimated costs. He receives patients from Atlanta, GA and nearby areas for breast implant surgery and other procedures.

Cost-related Questions to Ask

Patients should feel free to ask any questions related to the cost of the procedure before giving their consent to the breast implant surgery. Some of the common questions related to costs of breast augmentation that a patient should ask are as follows:

How much will be the estimated overall cost of breast augmentation procedure?
Does this cost cover the costs of implants, mammograms, any other pre-op or post-op tests, post-op visits to the office of the cosmetic surgeon, and cost of surgical bra?
Does the practice require full payment to be made upfront, or can it be made in parts?
Is there any support from the practice with regard to health insurance and financing?

Insurance for Breast Augmentation

In most cases, breast implant surgery is performed for cosmetic reasons. As a result, the cost will not be covered by the patient’s health plan. However, when breast implants are necessary as a reconstructive surgery following a mastectomy, or to correct imbalanced breast size, the health insurance coverage may be available fully or partially, depending on the patient’s health plan.

As an experienced plastic surgeon, Dr. McCluskey advises his patients in Atlanta, GA and other areas to clarify the insurance aspects with their insurance provider prior to taking a decision on this procedure.

Estimated Breakdown of Costs

Patients may consider the following cost breakdown as an average estimate for breast implant surgery:

Fee of the Cosmetic Surgeon

The cosmetic surgeon may charge a fee anywhere from $3,000 to $7,000, depending on their qualifications, experience and reputation, as well as the complexity and length of surgery involved.

Cost of Breast Implants

Traditional saline breast implants may cost in the range of $1,500, while silicone implants will usually cost more than $2,000. Advanced qualities in highly cohesive silicone implants may cost more.

Surgical Room and Anesthesia Costs

The fee charged by the anesthesiologist along with the costs of the surgical facility may together come to anywhere between $2,500 and $5,000.

Total Cost of Procedure

The total cost of breast augmentation procedure may range anywhere between $8,000 and $15,000, depending on several factors as discussed above. According to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS), the average cost of breast augmentation in 2013 in the US was $3,678. However, this figure does not include costs of surgical facility, general anesthesia, and other expenses.

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Breast Implants Surgery – Atlanta

Breast implants surgery or breast augmentation is a procedure performed by a cosmetic surgeon to enhance the size and volume of female breasts. The procedure involves surgical insertion of saline or silicone breast implants to make the breast size more proportionate to the rest of the body. Today breast implant surgery ranks among the most popular plastic surgery procedures in the US.

Both saline and silicone breast implant qualities have been approved by the FDA for cosmetic breast augmentation. When the procedure is performed by an experienced plastic surgeon, it is possible to achieve safe, predictable and aesthetically desirable outcomes. Dr. Paul McCluskey is a dedicated plastic surgeon providing breast implants and other procedures to patients in Atlanta, GA and surrounding communities.

Why Choose Breast Implant Surgery?

Cosmetic enhancement of breast size to make them more pronounced and attractive is the primary reason for women to choose breast implant surgery. The cosmetic surgeon may recommend breast implants for one or more of the following reasons:

The patient is unhappy with the naturally small size of breasts, and wishes to increase the size.
Breast size is average or normal, but the patient desires larger sized breasts for personal aesthetic reasons.
The patient has suffered loss of breast volume following a major weight loss or pregnancy and breastfeeding.
The patient has undergone a mastectomy, and breast implants are required to reconstruct the breasts.

Surgical Procedure

Breast implant surgery is a major procedure, which should be performed by a qualified and experienced plastic surgeon. Patients in Atlanta, GA or nearby locations may visit Dr. McCluskey’s office for breast augmentation surgery. The procedure can be performed using general anesthesia or intravenous sedation and local anesthesia, depending on a particular case. The surgery may last for anywhere between one and three hours, and is usually performed on an outpatient basis.

Incision placement may be below the breast crease, around the areolas, or under the armpit. The goal of the surgeon will be to place the incisions discreetly in order to minimize the appearance of scarring. Through the incision, the surgeon will create a breast cavity where the breast implant will be placed. The placement of the implant can be under the breast muscle or in the breast tissue over the muscle.

The choice of incision and placement position will be decided in advance at the time of treatment planning. Once the implants have been placed and adjusted into position, the surgeon will close the incisions with sutures or skin adhesive.

Choice of Implants

One of the key decisions that will impact the final outcome is the choice of implant type and size. Breast implants are available in saline and silicone gel qualities, and in sizes ranging from 120cc to 960cc. Shape of the implant may be round or tear-shaped, and they may be plain or textured. The surgeon will discuss all the options with the patient during the pre-op consultations to determine the best combination that matches with the patient’s unique aesthetic needs.

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Rhinoplasty in Atlanta

Rhinoplasty is an effective cosmetic surgery procedure designed to enhance the size or shape of the nose in proportion to other facial features. While the procedure is commonly performed for aesthetic reasons, it may also be used to correct functional anomalies of the nose. If the nose appearance has been damaged due to injury, rhinoplasty may be used to reconstruct the nose as desired.

Congenital defects in the appearance of the nose or causing breathing difficulties may also be corrected with rhinoplasty or nose surgery. Dr. Paul McCluskey provides rhinoplasty and other procedures to patients in Atlanta, GA. Dr. McCluskey is also well-known for his expertise in sexual aesthetic surgeries, including labiaplasty, vaginal rejuvenation, and labiaplasty repair.

Need for Rhinoplasty

Rhinoplasty procedure may be recommended by a cosmetic surgeon for one or more of the following purposes:

The nose size must be balanced with other facial features.
The nasal bridge needs to be shortened or broadened.
A bump or depression on the nasal bridge needs to be removed.
Redefining a large, droopy, or upturned nasal tip.
The angle between the mouth and the nose needs to be improved.
Reshaping and narrowing of the nostrils.
Correcting the appearance of a crooked nose.

Good Candidates

Any person who is at least 13 years or above in age, and is bothered by the aesthetic appearance of the nose, or suffering from functional anomalies of the nose, may be a marvelous candidate for rhinoplasty. Dr. McCluskey is an experienced plastic surgeon, who is widely recognized for providing sexual aesthetic procedures such as labiaplasty, vaginal rejuvenation, and labiaplasty repair.

Dr. McCluskey is also highly experienced in facial surgery procedures such as rhinoplasty, and receives patients from Atlanta, GA and nearby areas. He recommends rhinoplasty only after a careful evaluation of the candidate. The person should have a fully developed face, should be in good general health, should be a non-smoker, should be personally keen for nose enhancement, and must have realistic expectations from the surgery.

Benefits of Rhinoplasty

Rhinoplasty is primarily performed to correct cosmetic anomalies related to the nose. It can improve the appearance of the nose by reducing a dorsal hump, narrowing or widening the nasal bridge, refining the nasal tip, feminizing a dominant nose, and reducing or increasing the size of the nose.

Rhinoplasty can also be used as a reconstructive procedure to restore the appearance of nose following a severe trauma that has damaged the nose significantly. Nostrils can be reduced or widened to improve breathing function. Sometimes rhinoplasty may be combined with septoplasty in order to correct breathing problems caused by septum deviation.

Techniques

Rhinoplasty may be performed using general anesthesia or intravenous sedation, depending on the patient’s aesthetic needs. The surgeon will typically perform it on an outpatient basis. Closed or open rhinoplasty techniques may be used to perform nose surgery. In case of closed technique, the incisions are made within the nostrils, while in case of an open rhinoplasty, the surgeon will make an inconspicuous incision across the columella, which is the tissue between the nostrils.

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Liposuction is one of the simplest ways to improve the appearance of the jawline and neck and in most cases it can be safely performed under local anesthesia. The key to neck & chin liposuction is patient selection. The procedure is perfect for men & women with excess fat in the neck and a blunted jawline. In these patients I use very small liposuction cannulas to remove fat from the neck and chin area to improve the neck contour & the appearance of the jaw. If a patient has a significant amount of excess skin, especially loose or droopy neck skin, then neck liposuction should be combined with a full neck lift or facelift.

As you can see neck liposuction results in a dramatically improved jawline for the patient e giving a younger, slimmer look to the face and gives a boost of confidence to the patient!

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Septoplasty vs. Rhinoplasty for Crooked Nose

A crooked nose is a common occurrence, which can cause aesthetic concerns to many people. A cosmetic surgeon with experience in aesthetic nose surgery procedures may be able to correct the condition and provide a more attractive facial appearance. Rhinoplasty is the most widely used plastic surgery procedure to improve the size or shape of the nose, and correct other anomalies.

However, in many cases, the plastic surgeon may recommend septoplasty as a specific procedure to correct the appearance of crooked nose. Patients should have a clear idea of the difference between septoplasty and rhinoplasty in order to make an informed decision when seeking a nose procedure. Dr. Paul McCluskey is an eminent plastic surgeon providing nose surgery and other procedures to patients in Atlanta, GA and other areas.

What is Septoplasty?

Septoplasty is a surgery specifically designed to correct the appearance of a deviated or crooked septum. The cosmetic surgeon will explain to the patient that a septoplasty does not really involve any significant change in the shape or size of the nose. It is performed with the singular purpose of correcting the appearance of a crooked nose. Septum is a part of the cartilage that divides the two sides of the nose.

In normal circumstances, the septum will be straight so that the nose is perfectly balanced and aligned with the face. However, if the septum is crooked, it can disturb the proportion and may even block the nasal passage, which will result in nasal obstruction. The plastic surgeon may apply septoplasty procedure to correct this condition. Dr. McCluskey provides this surgery to his patients in Atlanta, GA and surrounding communities.

Limitation of Septoplasty in Comparison to Rhinoplasty

Septoplasty procedure is typically performed as a closed surgery, which means an incision is made on the inside of the nose. The surgeon will lift the skin covering the septum off the cartilage and the intra-nasal part of the crooked septum may be removed or reshaped to open the breathing passage.

However, the limitation with this technique is that external crookedness of the nose will not be corrected. With rhinoplasty, on the other hand, there are no such limitations. Rhinoplasty may involve both internal and external corrections of the nose. While the scars in case of septoplasty are not visible from inside, but in case of rhinoplasty minor scarring in the septal area may be noticed.

When is Rhinoplasty Needed?

If the patient is unhappy with the external appearance of the nose due to factors other than crookedness, rhinoplasty is the right treatment option. If the nose has continued to look crooked externally after septoplasty, even if the breathing passage has become wider inside, the surgeon may recommend rhinoplasty to straighten the nose.

This may involve sculpting of the nasal bones and nasal cartilage. Cartilage grafting technique may also be used in such case to correct external crookedness. A combination of rhinoplasty and septoplasty may be used in some situations, particularly if the crooked nose has result from trauma. Such surgeries are usually an open rhinoplasty procedure.

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Liposuction vs. SmartLipo

Liposuction and SmartLipo are two effective treatment options that a cosmetic surgeon may recommend to his patients for fat reduction. These are not weight reduction procedures, but they can be applied ideally for candidates who suffer from excess fat deposits in specific areas of the body. Liposuction is a time-tested surgical procedure that can effectively remove substantial amounts of unwanted fat from targeted areas.

SmartLipo is a relatively newer technique that is less invasive compared to liposuction. The plastic surgeon may employ this technique, depending on the patient’s needs and other factors. Dr. Paul McCluskey is a dedicated surgeon providing procedures such as liposuction and SmartLipo to patients in and around Atlanta, GA.

Liposuction Overview

Liposuction surgery, which is also called Liposculpture, is a cosmetic surgery procedure aimed at reducing stubborn fat deposits from specific areas of the body. One of the popular and relatively conservative techniques to perform this procedure is known as tumescent liposuction. This technique avoids the need for general anesthesia, and results in removal of stubborn fat cells through a suctioning process.

A cosmetic surgeon may perform liposuction in areas such as thighs, hips, abdomen, calves, knees, neck, chin, or arms. Substantial fat reduction is possible through liposuction, but it is not weight loss procedure. As an experienced plastic surgeon, Dr. McCluskey explains the various aspects of liposuction and other treatment options to his patients in Atlanta, GA in order to help them make informed choices.

SmartLipo Overview

SmartLipo is an innovative fat reduction procedure that involves the use laser technology to remove unwanted fats. It is a proven laser assisted system, which is also known as lipolysis, and achieves fat reduction and skin tightening in a minimally invasive way. Targeted laser energy is directed at the affected areas to disrupt the stubborn fat cells and tighten underlying weak tissue.

Plastic surgeons may use SmartLipo in conjunction with traditional liposuction to make the procedure less invasive and more precise. SmartLipo supports the surgical process with laser technique to coagulate the targeted blood vessels in a safe manner. The desired outcomes with SmartLipo may be achieved with relatively lesser bruising and bleeding.

Good Candidates

Terrific candidates for liposuction are individuals who are keen to achieve considerable amount of fat reduction in the least possible time. The candidate should be fully fit and healthy to receive treatment under general anesthesia or IV sedation. SmartLipo, on the other hand, may be more appropriate for candidates who are keen to choose lesser invasive options but still aim to achieve the desired aesthetic results.

Recovery

Liposuction may involve a downtime of about a week before the patient can resume regular activities and exercise or go back to the workplace. Swelling and bruising is common in the first few days, which will subside on its own gradually. SmartLipo, on the other hand, will involve considerably lesser downtime. The procedure reduces the trauma and pain during and after the procedure. Busy or working individuals who are keen to have a reduced recovery period may prefer SmartLipo over traditional liposuction.

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