Your tummy tuck consultation is the best time to get to know your plastic surgeon and for your surgeon to get a clear understanding of what your goals are. At a Toronto tummy tuck consultation, it is not only important to ask lots of questions, but also to answer all of the surgeon’s questions honestly so they can prepare in the safest way possible.
Through asking important questions, you can assess the skill level and experience of your plastic surgeon. Inquiring about the surgeon’s credentials, whether they are board certified, and inquiring about their clinical experience, is smart planning on your […]
Although most patients undergoing a breast augmentation are most concerned with the immediate results, it is important to also consider how your breast implants will look over time, as a breast augmentation is a long-term commitment. While follow up appointments may be necessary down the road, in most cases, breast implants age very well provided that you take good care of your body. However, a number of different factors associated with aging may bring about changes in your breasts over time.
Menopause & Other Hormonal Changes Impact Your Breasts
The hormones that are associated with various stages of a woman’s life including […]
The stomach can be a troublesome area for men and women alike and unfortunately, in many cases, diet and exercise alone cannot eliminate the stubborn pockets of fat and loose skin that often develop as a result of genetics, the natural aging process, significant weight loss, or multiple pregnancies. Luckily, a popular procedure in Toronto known as abdominoplasty or tummy tuck, can tackle this problem by eradicating excess fat and skin and tightening the abdominal muscles, improving the body’s contour. While it is a misconception that a tummy tuck alone can deliver washboard abs, abdominoplasty can make it easier for […]
The infection rate for breast augmentation is estimated to be 1.1% to 2.5%, based on multiple studies that have been conducted thus far. (However, there is a lack of consensus on how to actually define “infection”, therefore it is difficult to really say whether this figure is accurate.) There are a few factors that impact the risk of infection for breast surgery, whether it is for aesthetic or functional reasons.
Diabetes
Smoking
BMI
Prior breast surgery
Steroid therapy
Those specifically related to the surgery are the following:
Placement of peri-areolar incision (partially around the areola) – this is the most common cause of infection due to harmful […]
Everyone’s nipples and areolae (the dark tissue surrounding the nipple) are different, ranging in shape, colour and size. While each of us is born with a unique combination of these “normal” traits, our nipples still change throughout our lives as hormone levels shift during puberty, pregnancy and/or breastfeeding, as well as with age.
Some level of variation is to be expected, but it’s still important to monitor your nipples for unusual changes that can’t be attributed to natural causes. Coupling a monthly breast self-exam with a check for nipple abnormality will help you to watch out for the development of any […]
Breast augmentation involves the creation of a pocket that allows for the placement of the breast implant. The pocket can be made in one of two places: under the breast itself (sub-mammary or sub-glandular), or under both the breast and chest muscle (sub-pectoral or sub-muscular).SUB-MAMMARY POCKETIn sub-mammary implant placement (also known as sub-glandular), the breast implant is placed between the breast tissue and the chest muscle.
This position is frequently recommended for women who already have a fair amount of breast tissue. They may also have a mild degree of breast droopiness (ptosis). A moderate amount of breast tissue will help […]
Dr. Edelstein talks about how he reduces scarring
All breast augmentation procedures involve the placement of a small incision, created for the purpose of inserting a breast implant during surgery. The incision is usually three to four cm (one to one and a half inches) in length. A permanent scar remains where the incision was placed. Every effort is made to ensure that the scar is as inconspicuous as possible. Following surgery, scars are red and a little raised, but over three to six months they usually get lighter in colour and flatten out, becoming silvery thin lines that are barely […]
Any cosmetic surgical procedure involves the placement of incisions, and taking care of them after surgery is a vital part of your recovery process. Proper care will improve their healing rate, until they gradually heal into a scar that’s barely noticeable.
The following are general instructions on how to care for your incisions after your sutures have been removed.
Steri-strips
if steri-strips are replaced after the sutures are removed, leave them on until they begin to peel offonce they begin to peel off on their own, you may remove themif the steri-strips stay on for a longer period than usual (e.g. three weeks), […]
Becoming a mother is a massive change to your life and often to your body as well. Although motherhood brings much joy, many women feel disheartened by the bodily changes they experience after pregnancy and birth. If you feel like your belly is stretched and won’t return to normal, or that your breasts have become droopy, you’re not alone. Luckily, expert surgeons have developed the perfect solution.
You can love your baby and want your pre-baby body back; the two are not mutually exclusive. To accomplish this, more and more mothers are seeking a mommy makeover in Toronto.
If you’ve decided that […]
Getting ready for your breast augmentation in Toronto will likely be an exciting time, but it can be a stressful, busy time too. Your plastic surgery clinic will help you prepare with essential medical instructions, restrictions, and appointment times. Their instructions are of primary importance. However, there’s a whole lot more to know about getting prepped for a BA to ensure you have a smooth and comfortable healing phase. Here, we’ll highlight some things to buy, ways to prepare your home, and ready yourself for an optimal experience.
Breast augmentation in Toronto- There’s no need for anxiety
Preparing your space is a […]
