Documents tagged 'Procedure'

Try New Lasik Surgery and Toss Out Your Contacts

Author: Steven Walters Subscribe to users feed

Published: 05/09/2008

New lasik surgery is so much better than in the past and promises a greater range of correction options, better vision after the surgery and less complications and risks. In the long run this means that more people can get rid of their contact lenses and glasses and will be able to experience the...

Liposuction Results - What Should You Be Expecting?

Author: Corbin Newlyn Subscribe to users feed

Published: 05/09/2008

Before going through with liposuction it is very important to be mindful of the possible results that you should expect prior to going through with the procedure. After all, far to many times many patients have unrealistic expectations and then afterwards are not happy once the procedure is done...

Skin Resurfacing and Chin Implants Can Provide a Smoother and More Youthful Appearance

Author: Dave Stringham Subscribe to users feed

Published: 04/09/2008

The combined effect of sun damage and intrinsic skin result in facial aging frequently with wrinkles and fine lines. Different surgical techniques can be used for the reversal of the mechanisms and physical results of aging. A facelift or blepharoplasty alone cannot remove wrinkles and are...

Tummy Tucks and Total Body Lifts Can Minimize Stretch Marks, Excess Skin, and Fat

Author: Dave Stringham Subscribe to users feed

Published: 04/09/2008

Also referred to as a "tummy tuck", an abdominoplasty is a procedure that can remove excess skin and fat, stretch marks, and scars on the lower abdomen. It may also be able to correct unwanted changes that are left after weight loss or childbirth. The procedure is also able to tighten the...

Eyelid Surgery Can Produce Drastic Results

Author: Dave Stringham Subscribe to users feed

Published: 04/09/2008

Eyelid surgery, also referred to as blepharoplasty, is a simple cosmetic procedure that can usually produce dramatic results. It removes wrinkles and bags under the eyes, as well as reduces hooding and excess skin by taking weight off the upper lid. During the procedure excess skin is excised and...

Rhinoplasty and Neck Liposuction Can Help Shape Your Nose, Chin, and Jawline

Author: Dave Stringham Subscribe to users feed

Published: 04/09/2008

Rhinoplasty can be used to make the nose more delicate, remove bumps, and to sculpt it. Your surgeon may employ the newest techniques available, using grafts to augment the nose, as opposed to older techniques that remove cartilage and sometimes lead to a "ski jump" appearance. Every patient's...

Otoplasty: Making the Right Decision for Your Child

Author: Amy Nutt Subscribe to users feed

Published: 03/09/2008

Otoplasty, or ear pinning, is a surgical procedure that is often resorted to for children whose ears are abnormally large or stick out too far. Otoplasty has been used to correct birth defects involving the ear, folded or cupped ears and those that are malformed, as well as ears that have been...

Cost Drivers for Lasik Eye Surgery

Author: Allen Wright Subscribe to users feed

Published: 03/09/2008

One component of the cost of lasik eye surgery that many people overlook or take for granted is the facilities that the procedures are performed in. A provider office that is located in the high rent district has to pay the bills just like a provider that is located in a suburban location that...

Liposuction Procedure Reality and Myths

Author: Joaquin Costa Subscribe to users feed

Published: 02/09/2008

Liposuction procedure is most often used for cosmetic purposes, to give a smoother shape to areas such as the thighs, abdomen, buttocks, hips, thighs, calves, arms or back. Liposuction procedures performed on the neck are often done in conjunction with other procedures creating a more dramatic...

Is Wavefront Lasik the Right Procedure for You?

Author: Chris Crowe Subscribe to users feed

Published: 01/09/2008

First things first. Undergoing LASIK eye surgery is a decision that should be made with your qualified vision specialist. It is optimal to get more than one consultation. In other words, speak to more than one doctor of you want to get a 360 view of what is available in terms of eye surgery...