Facts about Eyelid Surgery Eyelid surgery, or blepharoplasty, is a cosmetic surgical procedure that reduces heavy eyelids and provides an improved and fresher appearance If the eyelids are so heavy that they hang down in front of the pupils, then the operation can also help the vision. In the case of more severe sagging of the skin on the upper eyelid, which affects vision, surgery with skin reduction is a public task A distinction is made between two types of eyelid surgery, upper and lower. Upper eyelid surgery is done more often than lower Complications are rare What is the purpose? Eyelid surgery removes heavy eyelids and bags under the eyes by removing skin and tissue from the upper and lower eyelids. Only […]
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Wrinkle Treatment With Botox
Facts about Botox Treatments Botox temporarily reduces or removes wrinkles by paralyzing certain muscles in the face Botox does not help with the static wrinkles caused by sunlight or age It can take 2-3 weeks before you can see the full effect of the Botox injections, which typically last for 3-4 months, after which the treatment must be repeated What is Botox? The poison Botox is also known as the brand name Botox, where there are also other equivalents such as Dysport and Vistabel. The toxin is produced by the bacterium Clostridium botulinum. Ingestion of these bacteria can cause the rare but dangerous sausage poisoning, also called botulism . Botox is widely used throughout the world, among other things to relieve painful spasms (muscle […]
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Surgery for Loose Stomach Skin
Facts about this surgery Loose skin on the stomach and possible laxity of the abdominal wall are typically seen after pregnancy or major weight loss In so-called abdominoplasty, the excess skin is removed downwards on the abdomen and the abdominal muscles are possibly tightened You may risk changing the sense of touch on the skin, very visible scars, infection, heavy bleeding and fluid accumulation in the treated area The more extensive the operation, the greater the risk Surgery for loose stomach skin There are several types of surgery for loose abdominal skin: The classic abdominoplasty, where a long incision is made over the pubic hair, and skin and fat are loosened right up to the lower edge of the ribs. The […]
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What is Cosmetic Surgery?
Facts about cosmetic surgery Cosmetic surgery is performed to improve a person’s appearance and to compensate for changes due to age or changes caused by other life conditions, e.g. changes in weight, pregnancy, etc. Familiarize yourself thoroughly with the operation you want. Talk if necessary. with several plastic surgeons before you have surgery Explore the options Before you go to a plastic surgeon, it may be wise to get an overview of cosmetic surgery in South Africa. Various terms are used such as: plastic surgery, aesthetic surgery and cosmetic surgery. What is cosmetic surgery? Plastic surgery is traditionally divided into a reconstructive part and a cosmetic part, but you can compare the techniques used. Reconstructive plastic surgery Reconstructive plastic surgery is performed to […]
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What Is Laser Treatment?
Facts About Laser Treatment Modern laser technology can be used in many new areas in the medical world. There are many types of lasers. Some can cut the skin like a scalpel, while others are used to correct vision Laser technology is being used for an increasing number of cosmetic treatments such as: Hair removal Reduction of wrinkles Treatment of acne scars Removal of pigmented spots, such as liver spots Vascular ruptures Lasers can also be used to remove tattoos Cosmetic laser treatment is carried out privately. In the case of certain blood vessel formations in the skin, scars and pigments after injuries are laser treated in public. What is the purpose? Laser skin treatment is used to repair the skin and remove or […]
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What is Liposuction Surgery?
Facts about liposuction Liposuction is a treatment that removes local fat deposits in selected areas It is among the most frequently performed cosmetic procedures It is not a substitute for losing weight in general, but a reduction of localized unwanted fat deposits in the subcutaneous tissue Liposuction only removes subcutaneous fat and not fat that lies within the muscles or between the intestines. Liposuction therefore only helps to a limited extent against abdominal obesity (apple shape) Liposuction Liposculpture and liposuction are two terms that are used synonymously with liposuction. Despite the fact that the method does not require large incisions on the body, it is considered surgery. The procedure leaves only small wounds on the skin, but large wounds inside. Liposuction is among […]
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Facts Breast reduction is a primarily functional and to a lesser extent cosmetic surgery , which aims to reduce the size of the breasts in women by removing skin, fat and glandular tissue In this way, you can relieve the discomfort that can be associated with excessively large breasts and achieve a breast size that is proportional to the body If you gain weight or if you have hormonal changes, the breasts can grow again Over time, laxity will occur in the breast tissue, which changes the breasts The intervention is carried out both privately and publicly. Operation in the public sector requires certain height-weight requirements, and the reduction must be considerable, corresponding to approx. 400 g per breast Significant excess weight increases […]
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What Is A Breast Lift?
Facts about breast lift surgery Age, childbirth and breastfeeding cause the skin around the breast to lose its elasticity. In addition, greater weight loss can also lead to a loss of volume in the breasts, which the contraction of the skin cannot subsequently compensate for. The breasts can therefore hang A breast lift is a cosmetic operation in which excess skin is removed, the tissue is lifted onto the chest wall and as much tissue is preserved as possible The breasts are lifted up to a more original position. This makes the breasts appear rejuvenated and fuller A breast lift causes permanent scars, which may be red and swollen at first. In most people, however, the scars gradually become less visible over time Breast […]
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Facts about breast augmentation surgery In a breast augmentation operation, breast implants are most often used to increase the size of the breasts or to restore the fullness of a breast that has been lost after weight loss or pregnancy The operation is mostly carried out privately In recent years, in some cases, breast enlargement operations have begun to be performed by using the person’s own fat (lipofilling). This requires that the person has sufficient fat deposits elsewhere, which are desired to be reduced Breast augmentation by transplanting your own fat often requires several operations to achieve a sufficient increase in volume. The end result is more unpredictable In certain cases, the best result of the operation is achieved by a combination […]
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