If you are reading this then you are one of the millions of
women each year who are interested in changing their lives
through cosmetic surgery. But with all the information that
is available there can be confusion, and uncertainty. We
want to make it easy for you to understand the basics of
cosmetic surgery, commonly used words and definitions to
help educate and guide you through this process.
We want you to know that it is important not to rush into
anything. Read as much as you can, get the opinion of a
board-certified cosmetic surgeon and be clear on what you
are hoping to achieve and what the realistic expectations
will be for your unique situation.
When done for the right reasons, the benefits of cosmetic
surgery may be very significant. When we improve our
appearance, we tend to feel more confident, in social
situations or even career paths, and even increasing our
self-esteem. This is true of both males and females.
Terms you need to know.
Abdominoplasty: (Tummy Tuck) Repair of the abdominal
muscle, and remove excess fat and skin/ especially
beneficial after pregnancy or weight loss.
Axillary: Referring to the armpit
BAM: (Breast Augmentation Mammoplasty) Enlargement of the
breasts using an artificial implant.
Breast Implants: A silicone rubber shell filled with either
silicone gel or inflated with a saline solution used to
enlarge the breast. They come in three basic shapes: the
moderate profile, the moderate-plus profile and the
high-profile implant.
Breast Implant Removal: (Remove and Replace) Surgery to
remove implants with or without replacement; for desired
changes in proportions, or due to implant-related
complications and may or may not be replaced.
Capsular Contracture: Shrinkage of the scar tissue around
an implant that causes hardness, distortion, and sometimes
pain.
CRNA: Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist.
Dog Ear: A mound of excess skin located at the ends of an
incision.
DVT: (Deep Venous Thorombosis) A blood clot, usually
originating in the deep veins of the leg; increased risk of
DVT after surgery or periods of inactivity.
Fascia: Fibrous tissue found throughout the body and
beneath the skin the and closes muscles and groups of
muscles, and separates and anchors several tissue layers of
the body.
Fat Injections: Fat withdrawn from one body site and
injected into another to smooth lines in the face or build
up other features such as the lips.
Infra-mammary Fold: The crease below the breast.
Liposuction: Removal of localized collections of fatty
tissue using a high vacuum device.
Mastopexy: (Breast Lift) A surgery to remove excess skin,
breast and fatty tissue for lifted, shapely breasts.
Mommy Makeovers: Are designed to counteract the physical
effects of childbearing and to enhance your appearance
after pregnancy and breastfeeding has left its mark. A
mommy makeover typically includes a tummy tuck, breast lift
(with or without breast implants), and liposuction.
PBBS: (Post-Baby Body Syndrome) The name given to the
mothers who have persistent, pregnancy-induced body changes
that cause them embarrassment, anxiety, and fear. Those
feelings can and most often do cause the disruption of
normal daily functions and social settings.
Rhinoplasty: (Nose re-shaping) Surgery of the nose to
re-shape the nose for a more aesthetically desirable
appearance.
Thigh Lift: Is performed to tighten sagging muscles and
remover excess skin in the thigh area.
Tuberous Breast: A condition in which the bottom part of
the breast remains attached to the chest wall, causing the
breast to grow forward rather than dropping down. Because
of the forward growth of the beast, it is said to resemble
a "tube."
The most important step to take is to schedule a
consultation and get the recommendations of one of our
Board-Certified cosmetic surgeons.
Write a list of questions down before you arrive and make
sure you ask them, even if they seem embarrassing. We
strongly encourage you to bring a friend or family member
with you, they might think of questions you don't. By
bringing someone with you, there is the benefit of having
the opinion of someone you trust.
Get as much information as you can about the procedures you
are interested in. As your surgeon what you can expect to
achieve by having anything done, and make sure that you are
both clear on what you want to achieve with cosmetic
surgery.
We hope that this article has given you a better
understanding of the basics of cosmetic surgery and please
contact a Board-Certified cosmetic Surgeon.
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The Avalon Clinic for Cosmetic Surgery is located in
Lakewood and Olympia, Washington. Each of our surgeons is
Board Certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery
and has over 20 years of experience. Patient safety and
satisfaction is our #1 goal. Our art is to help patients'
look and feel their best. The Avalon Clinic wants you to
know that It Is Possible! Contact us at
http://www.avalonclinic.com or call 1-800-408-4444!
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