One of the most common concerns potential abdominoplasty patients have is related to the amount of scarring left after the procedure. The truth is that all incisions will leave a scar. It is also true, however, that most incisions can leave minimal (acceptable) scars. In the case of abdominoplasty the patient often exchanges excess skin for a remaining, but acceptable, scar. However, it is the goal of the surgeon performing the abdominoplasty procedure to create the most aesthetically pleasing midsection and with that comes the least noticeable amount of scarring. Together you and your surgeon can comprise the best post […]
Many people considering a tummy tuck procedure have heard of a drain free tummy tuck and inquire whether or not they are suitable candidates for this new drain free technique. The decision to place a drain isn’t a straightforward yes or no and there are many different aspects to take into consideration before the surgeon will decide.
For over 50 years surgeons have placed drains after every tummy tuck procedure to allow any accumulating fluid, referred to as seroma, a way to exit the body. During a tummy tuck procedure excess abdominal skin is removed and the remaining skin is then […]
The medical professionals at the offices of Edelstein Cosmetic have a lot of compelling reasons to believe that they are one of the top plastic surgery clinics in Toronto. This is because Dr. Jerome Edelstein and his entire staff not only have years of experience in the field of plastic surgery, but each and every member of the team will genuinely care about you and your aesthetic goals should you choose to become a patient.
To restore your confidence and have the look you’ve always wanted—and perhaps the feeling that you’ve always wanted as well—you should take your time and select […]
In 2012, a study by the American Society of Plastic Surgeons found that chin augmentation surgery is fast becoming the most popular cosmetic procedure amongst all demographics. In the last few years, chin augmentation, or genioplasties, have become more popular among both men and women, as well as among all cosmetic surgery patients over the age of 20. The largest spike was seen in patients over the age of 40.
Why Is Chin Augmentation Surgery So Popular?
The rise in popularity of genioplasties may be in part due to the “look good, feel good” dictum of our society. The increase in people […]
If you have loose or sagging skin around your midsection, you may be wondering whether abdominoplasty surgery (also known as a tummy tuck) is right for you. While it is important to keep in mind that this is major surgery, patients who undergo this procedure often see dramatic cosmetic results and potentially some medical benefits as well.
If you are considering abdominoplasty, here are a few answers to some of the questions that you may have about this procedure.
What is a tummy tuck?
A tummy tuck is a surgical procedure that removes excess skin and fat from the abdomen and tightens the […]
What could be easier than zapping hair away? Laser hair removal is a simple and effective way to get rid of unwanted hair, and it’s become so popular that medical device manufacturers are scrambling to create the most advanced technology out there. That’s why there are many different types of lasers now available for patients, leaving you the difficult task of figuring out which one is the best for you.
While we don’t believe in depriving you of your options, we do believe in providing you with the best option available, based on our professional medical opinion.
Petra, our Master Aesthetician, has […]
The use of the advanced progressive tension suture (PTS) approach has made tummy tucks an even better option for qualified patients who are unhappy with their appearance. Dr. Edelstein leverages his extensive knowledge of traditional abdominoplasty with experience in cutting-edge surgical techniques to make the procedure safer and easier to recover from than ever before with the no drain method.PROBLEMS WITH TRADITIONAL ABDOMINOPLASTYPTS has helped resolve one of the lingering problems associated with recovery: the use of surgical drains. After the traditional form of abdominoplasty is complete, patients are typically fitted with small, thin tubes that pass through the skin. […]
According to manufacturers like Allergan and Mentor, breast implants have no expiration date and have no definite lifespan. They should last several years. However, they are not considered to be lifetime devices.
Some people believe that breast implants need to be replaced every 10 years. This is not true.
Manufacturers once recommended that breast implants be replaced every 10 years. However, this advice referred only to older types that had high rupture rates as a result of a thinner shell (which they designed to make them feel more natural). The advice does not refer to current, new generation implants that have been […]
“Drop and fluff” refers to the gradual movement and change in shape that occurs to breast implants following breast augmentation. However, it’s important to note that it’s not the breast implants themselves that change; rather, it’s your body that changes.When breast implants are first put into your body, they typically sit higher up in the chest. This is because it’s the path of least resistance – your body requires some time to adjust to their presence, regardless of whether they’ve been placed in a sub-mammary (between breast tissue and chest muscle) or sub-muscular (under both the breast and chest muscle). […]
Dual plane breast augmentation refers primarily to the placement of the breast implant during surgery. The term, coined by a Texan plastic surgeon back in the late 90s, is defined as a breast augmentation procedure that involves placement of the breast implant behind the pectoralis major muscle and partially behind the breast tissue overlying the muscle. The implant sits on two levels inside the chest, which is why it’s called “dual plane”. Alteration of some of the pectoralis major muscle is also performed to achieve optimal improvement of the breast as well as allowing for a subtle lift for patients […]
