Plastic Surgery Before & After Photos

January 5th, 2009

By: Norma Wes

Plastic Surgery Before and After Photos – What to look for

This is laser lipo. See the Irregularities in the skin (after photo). Lumps, bumps and deep wholes. This is because the laser can melt through the fat too quickly and burn too close to the skin. After the laser damages a certain layer of fat too close to the skin (deep burn), it produces a lumpy effect. A typical Patient surfing the net for before and after photos won’t know to look for this type of irregularity. Patients typically will only look at the amount of fat that has been removed but not the total end results.

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Beverly Hills Tummy Tuck Specialist – Los Angeles

Tummy Tuck Specialist – Beverly Hills, Los Angeles

What is a Tummy Tuck Specialist?

A Tummy Tuck Specialist is a Doctor who specializes in Abdominoplasty.  Like in many fields, a Plastic Surgeon can specialize in certain areas of interest and study. For Plastic Surgeons, they specialize in areas of the body; face, breasts, stomach, legs, etc… When a Plastic Surgeon “specializes” in certain area of the body it can mean a few things: A. they enjoy working on this area of the body B. They typically have an advanced technique that they have developed that yields extraordinarily beautiful results and C. They have had the chance to perform 100’s of the same procedure, each case proving to be unique in their own right.

What this means is that each individual patient gets beautiful results by a physician who understands the surgery and has a working knowledge of how the same procedure can uniquely benefit each patient. Also a Tummy Tuck specialist performs his/her own special twist on a technique. For example: Dr. Ivan Thomas, Tummy Tuck Specialist in Beverly Hills, performs what is called a High Lateral Tension Tummy Tuck. Not only is this a more advanced technique Tummy Tuck, but Dr. Thomas also added a unique  variation to the technique, which results in tighter and flatter results for his patients. Qualification as a “Tummy Tuck Specialist” can only come from years of experience, repetition, a flawless reputation and proper certification.

What type of certifications should a Tummy Tuck Specialist have?

With any plastic surgery physician, a patient should look for certification by the American Board of Plastic Surgery (ABPS). This ensures that the Physician has gone through rigorous training and board certification by the only board in American who is able to deem medical specialties, the American Board of Medical Specialties (ABMS).

Things a Tummy Tuck Specialist will evaluate for candidacy

A Tummy Tuck specialist will evaluate the potential patient for candidacy before recommending a Tummy Tuck procedure. A reputable Tummy Tuck Specialist will consider.

• How much intro –abdominal fat (inside fat) the patient has
• How much fat the patient has underneath the skin
• The extent of laxity that the patient’s stomach muscles & skin
• The patients skin elasticity and thickness
• The patient’s overall health and medical history
• The patient’s ideal weight and size
• If the patient has realistic expectations for their final results

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Beverly Hills Plastic Surgeon

Beverly Hills Plastic Surgeon Wishes you and yours a Happy & Safe Holiday Season!

Dr. Ivan Thomas is a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

Certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery

Member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons

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My Gauge Piercings are infected and they hurt – Gauged Earlobe is Infected

Gauged Earlobe Repaired

What to do if your Gauge Earlobe Piercing is Infected?

Plastic Surgeon Dr. Ivan Thomas Recommends:

You should stop wearing the gauges see a doctor to determine whether you should go on antibiotics. Do not attempt to wear the Gauges unless the infection has completely cleared and the pain swelling and redness is no longer present. Further complications may occur so be sure to get to a doctor as soon as possible.

Earlobe Repair:

If the Gauge is infected and torn the earlobe can be repaired through a simple outpatient procedure. Gauged earlobe repair is becoming increasingly more popular. Dr. Thomas uses his advanced surgical skill to try to repair what is left of the abnormal ear tissue that has been destroyed from the Gauged piercing. He has had great success in repairing not only Gauged Earlobes, larger than 1 inch in diameter, but he has also had tremendous success in repairing: Keloids (a large bumpy scar), Torn Earlobes, Stretched Earlobes, Split Earlobes.

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Beverly Hills Breast Augmentation | Silicone Implants

FDA Banned and Subsequently Allowed Silicone Implants

  Why did the FDA ban silicone implants in the first place? 

  The ban occurred for a number of reasons:

Ø       Pressure from the media, trial lawyers, and various activist groups was intense after the Connie Chung show in 1990. 

Ø        There was fear that they were not safe. 

Ø        They were never approved by the FDA to begin with.  They were “grandfathered in 1976 when the FDA began the process of approval as a formal process.

   Even though there was a large amount of research including animal data and human data on the safety of these devices, the FDA elected to take implants off the market entirely at first and then allowed their use in reconstruction only.  As of November 17, 2006 the FDA lifted the ban on the use of silicone implants for breast augmentation surgery. This was because 14 years of research in the U.S. and abroad found no connection between silicone implants and all the diseases claimed by women to be associated with their silicone implants. That means that women desiring breast augmentation surgery have the option of choosing a silicone gel filled implant for her augmentation. This choice will have a number of requirements imposed by the FDA. The FDA is requiring, or at least strongly suggesting, MRI examinations after the first three years and every two years following that.  Also the patient must be a minimum of 22 years of age (18 years of age minimum for saline implants).

  For more information, check out the FDA website: www.fda.gov/cdrh/breastimplants. This website has a wealth of information regarding breast implants and is helpful to women trying to make a rational choice regarding breast augmentation surgery.  It also spells out the long term follow up of silicone gel filled implants.

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Beverly Hills Inverted Nipple Correction

Inverted Nipple, Desiring that Sensual Feeling?

 Many of us may think that a seemingly small imbalance, such as inverted nipples of the breast should not be of great concern in our overall appearance or self worth. Unfortunately this is a common issue that does seem to have a profound impact on those who have lived with nipple inversion for quite sometime.

Lack of Sensuality and Functionality
Not only may it be aesthetically unappealing to the eye of the beholder, but it can carry other complications as well. In some cases the absence of nipple stimulation can cause a lack of sensual femininity about their bare body and sexuality. Even wearing certain clothes such as swimwear or lingerie can cause embarrassment due to the obvious appearance of nipple inversion. Functionality is just as much, if not more, a vital concern for those with more severe cases. For new mothers it can be very difficult and frustrating to breast feed since the baby cannot suckle effectively from lack of nipple projection.

What causes Inverted Nipple?
The condition of Inverted Nipples are usually due to the presence of tight or short ligaments within the nipple, which pull the end of the nipple deep down into the breast tissue. Inverted Nipples look flat, small and sunken without the ability to pop out and stay firm. In mild cases the inverted nipple corrects itself temporarily when it is stimulated by touch or cold. In severe cases however, nipple stimulation does not correct the problem.

How can Nipple Inversion be corrected?
What many do not realize, is the ease and quick recovery of Inverted Nipple Correction surgery.
This surgery requires a procedure that disconnects the ligaments allowing the nipple to rise to its natural projection. Surgery is performed through a minimal incision, leaving a minimal, if any, scar. Local anesthetic is all that is required. The operation is not overly painful and post operative discomfort is easily controlled with prescribed pain medication.

**Patients can resume their normal physical activity within only days, except touching and stimulation may cause soreness for up to 1 -2 weeks.**

Who are likely candidates of Inverted Nipple correction?
Women with inverted nipples that are not considering breast feeding in the future are excellent candidates for Inverted Nipple Correction. If you have experienced lack of self confidence or discomfort with the appearance of nipple inversion, a free consultation to determine your best personalized option is the perfect choice and strictly confidential.

Patient 1 Before|After

Patient 2 Before|After

Experience the Difference!
(Actual Patient Story on Inverted Nipple Correction of IvanThomasM.D.)

This is a story of one of our many well appreciated patients. She was someone who had grown to live with her condition of inverted nipples for many years because she had no idea that this condition could be corrected. She experienced lack of femininity and confidence due to this condition and didn’t learn of possible corrective surgery until her later years.  She was a very hard working and self motivated individual. Before she came into our office for a free consultation she was under the impression that Inverted Nipple Correction would be a major procedure but to her surprise she learned of the simplicity and ease of Inverted Nipple Correction and that the surgery only requires local anesthetic; she immediately decided to go through with the procedure.
Not only were her aesthetic results from Inverted Nipple Correction amazing; but she was so astounded and filled with over joy from the way her new appearance made her feel. It truly gave her a boost in her self esteem to an extent she had not ever expected.

 
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Nipple size reduction or Areola size reduction

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Plastic Surgeon Lancaster – Wins AV’s Best Award 2009

Providing you with the “creme de la creme” of shopping, restaurants, entertainment, services and beyond, the AV’s BEST Award recognizes local enterprises that deliver exceptional service. This year, in 2009, Dr. Ivan Thomas was distinguished as the AV’s BEST in plastic surgery for his unparalleled talent, patient care, and overall, customer satisfaction in Lancaster and the surrounding Antelope Valley. Among other factors, what makes the AV’s BEST Award so honorable is the award selection process.

The “AV’s BEST” special section counts the votes of their readers and takes account of their opinions. Every year, the Valley Press asks readers to share their thoughts about local businesses and cast a vote. The categories of enterprise range from banks and financial services to the best place to get your car checked for smog. What better way to make a satisfactory decision than with the recommendation and experience of hundreds of others just like you? Like a best friend with your best interests at heart, the AV’s BEST recognizes businesses, professions and services which dedicate their maximum effort in serving the customer.

This award confirms Dr. Thomas’ expertise, and proves that he truly does resonate among other plastic surgeons in the Lancaster and Palmdale areas. While certificates, degrees and diplomas are promising, awards like the AV’s BEST, which boast transparency and accountability, truly demonstrate a doctor’s qualification, skill and competence.

Many plastic surgery patients can be misled by publicity, “how famous” a doctor is, and their celebrity clientele. However, readers of the Valley Press are the best informed, most discerning shoppers, customers, and patients because of their access to genuine opinions and perspectives. Like testimonials, all the information provided is real, and straight from the heart. As opposed to basing your decision on superficial information, or giving into “the hype”, awards like the AV’s BEST, which are based on merit and first hand experience are not only reliable, but imperative in helping you choose the right plastic surgeon.

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Beverly Hills Botox

Beverly Hills Botox – Less Invasive Procedure

In Beverly Hills, board certified plastic surgeon, Ivan Thomas administers Botox on a regular basis. As a plastic surgeon, Dr. Thomas is renowned for his expertise breast enhancements, tummy tucks, body shaping (Lipo Sculpture) and facial rejuvenation.

What is Botox?
Botulinum Toxin Type A, better known as Botox is a purified toxin produced by the bacterium Clostridium Botulinum. It is commonly used for minimizing the visibility of frown lines and wrinkles. The Botox is injected in very small amounts directly into the muscle where the frown lines and wrinkles are prominent. The injection causes temporary paralysis of those muscles so that the lines will noticeably fade.

Can Botox Prevent Wrinkles?
More and more youth are using Botox as a wrinkle preventative. Some patients start as early as 20. As you get older and lines start to settle in they may be untreatable by Botox alone and may require both a filler injection & Botox.

What Causes Frown Lines?
Frown lines on the forehead, in between the eye brows, under the eyes and around the mouth are all caused by loss of fatty tissue volume in the skin and years of muscle contraction from the various facial expressions that we make. Wrinkles better known as Crows feet, around the eyes, are caused from excessive squinting. Contributing sun damage also plays a role in the loss of skin suppleness. As the facial muscles contract, the aging, less supple skin, is unable to bounce back into it’s natural position causing the appearance of noticeable and eventually deep frown lines.

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Beverly Hills Non Surgical Fillers

Fillers Talk Beverly Hills – The Right Doctor and the right injection for you!

As a plastic surgeon, Dr. Thomas is renowned for his expertise in breast enhancements, tummy tucks, body shaping and facial rejuvenation. Although less invasive, it is equally important to receive physician-administered injectables, such as Botox and facial fillers. A board certified plastic surgeon has the training it takes to understand the anatomy and movement of the face to give you the best aesthetic result. One should take as much time deciding who will administer your injectables as it is to decide who will perform your surgical procedure.

What about the horror stories of facial filler injections?
The horror stories that we’ve seen in Hollywood tabloids of stars such as Michael Jackson and of disfigured faces and damage from toxic injections are usually credible due to illegitimate or inexperienced medical practice.

What are my filler options?
Often you are faced with the plethora of name-brand injections to choose from. It can be hard to decipher what filler goes where, how long it will last, etc. Most commonly, we seek to refine lines & wrinkles, smooth out deep folds & creases, and fill hollow, sunken areas. Not too long ago the only product we had to choose from was collagen, which often diminished in just about 2-3 months. Today, collagen has been replaced by hyaluronic acid (HA). HA is a substance that is found naturally in the body. Its molecular structure is such that it attracts water to it, volumizing the area, leading to a youthful appearance. To reach an optimal aesthetic result, it is recommended that you have a qualified doctor consult with you and advise you on the best course of action.

What’s in Dr. Thomas’ Injectable Toolbox?
Juvederm, Juvederm Ultra, Restylane, Prevelle, Radiesse, Botox. Dr. Thomas is known for his cutting-edge procedures, like High Lateral Tension Tummy Tuck and Exoderm. Likewise, he keeps abreast on the newest injectables, such as Evolence and Reloxin.

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Beverly Hills Botox – FAQ’s

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Gauged Earrings – Earlobe Repair Beverly Hills

Gauge Piercing & Body Modification Repair a New Trend in Plastic Surgery

Whenever there is an emerging trend that rises out of the horizon like the sun on a new day; it too like the sun must set. This new trend is a Gauge Piercing also known as Body Modification & Plugs. Gauge Piercings have became a phenomenon amongst Tattoo piercers, teenagers and other sub-cultures.

It’s origins come from Africa and South America and has permeated into the Tattoo and Piercing Parlors of the United States and England.

Mursi Women

American Women with Gauge

Gauge Piercing is a gradual process in which the earlobe is stretched centimeter by centimeter, inch by inch in order to attain the ultimate goal of a larger opening and more elaborate piece of jewelry.

The cultural phenomenon of Gauge Piercing is not only exclusive to the earlobe. It can be placed on several parts of the face, including the nostrils, lower lip, cheeks and more. Youtube (watch the changing of a Gauge to a larger size), Facebook, Mypsace and many other social websites have thousands of Body Modification and Gauge Piercing videos, clubs, and networks.

Unfortunately, just as the day grows older, a person grows older and tired of the extremely large hole in their ear. Most will begin to find that it is difficult to find a skilled surgeon who may or may not be able to undo the damage. Dr. Ivan Thomas is skilled in traditional earlobe repair and Gauged Ear Piercings.

Read more on our Patients who received Gauged Earlobe Repair with Dr. Ivan Thomas.

Key words: Gauge Piercing Repair, Earlobe Repair, Torn or Split Earlobe Repair, Stretched Earlobe Repair,  Plastic Surgeon Specializing in Earlobe Repair, Los Angeles, Beverly Hills, Lancaster, California, Dr. Ivan Thomas

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How to fix a Gauge Piercing – Earlobe Repair Beverly Hills, Los Angeles

Plastic Surgeon Dr. Ivan Thomas Repairs Gauged Earlobe

When you are young it may seem like a good idea to place an extremely large earring in your ear. However, as you get older, or if you are trying to look for employment, a person may grow tired of the extremely large hole in their ear. It may be difficult to find a skilled surgeon, who may or may not be able to repair the damage of stretched earlobe piercing.

This much is true for Patient Eric Anderson. Who in his teenage years began Gauge piercing his ears. Now that he is 32 years old he wants to become an EMT and his possible employers have told him because of safety reasons he cannot pursue his new found career goals. After searching for the right person to repair his ears he realizes that it is not an “easy” fix.

Eric came to Dr. Thomas with over 1” openings in his ear lobes.

Patient had Gauged Piercing Repaired

His ornate collection of Gauge earrings range from bamboo discs to flashy rhinestone hoops. Eric say’s “it was a conscious decision” when he began the Gauging process. Now he wants to have his earlobes repaired from the years of stretching and he knows that it will take a skilled plastic surgeon to complete the procedure. This type of repair is so new that there is not even a term in Plastic Surgery for it.

This story has grabbed the attention of the media. In fact that story was featured on ABC’s Channel 7, Los Angeles with Medical Reporter, Denise Dador, on August 18th 2009. Eric’s case is quite unique in that the ear tissue has been pulled and stretched so much, that not much of the normal ear tissue is intact. Watch the story on ABC.

Dr. Thomas had to use his T-incision advanced technique to repair the earlobe. A procedure of this nature will have to be performed under anesthesia and the procedures can take up to 5 hours. The cost to repair an earlobe of this nature can run anywhere from $1,500 to $3,000 per ear.

Eric’s Update:

Eric’s surgery was completed successfully and he is recovery right now. The stitches have been removed however it will be few months before we will see the brilliant results of his earlobe repair.

Stay tuned for more photos on Eric Anderson’s Earlobe Repair.

Expert in the industry also know that the only way to repair a Gauge hole is by Plastic Surgery. Watch this video in which it is described.

Key words: Gauge Piercing Repair, Earlobe Repair, Torn or Split Earlobe Repair, Stretched Earlobe Repair,  Plastic Surgeon Specializing in Earlobe Repair, Los Angeles, Beverly Hills, Lancaster, California, Dr. Ivan Thomas

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Breast Implants Beverly Hills Mommies!

Beverly Hills Breast Implant Specialist, Ivan Thomas Discusses the effects of Breast Feeding

Whether you are a mom to be, or have just given birth, be confident that Dr. Thomas has a solution for your Breasts!

Being a mommy and looking your best can often be challenging and conflicting. However, with today’s advanced techniques in plastic surgery, mothers in Los Angeles and around the country are saying “yes!” to breast augmentation.

Breast Augmentation can boost your self-esteem and make you feel confident, but what happens when the baby arrives? Breast feeding with implants is one of the common concerns among women considering breast enlargement and future breast feeding. The good news is breast implants do not interfere with your ability to breast feed. How the breast implant surgery is performed, however, makes a difference. The use of saline filled or silicone implants is a personal choice, each having their own advantages and disadvantages. Dr. Thomas practices the periareolar submuscular technique which results in more natural breasts, both in feel and shape. In addition, the periareolar incision is placed under the breast line and allows maximum accuracy for the placement of the implants compared to other approaches, thus creating the best possible shape with scars that are rarely visible.

For those mothers who are past the breast feeding stage, and are looking for a “boost”, we’ve got a solution for you too!

The months of nursing after childbirth change the shape and look of the breasts. For many mothers this can be quite disconcerting. Breast augmentation is one solution that can take you back to your Pre-mommy body, and give a new sense of confidence to a mother whose life has completely changed over the course of a few years.

Dr. Thomas performs a unique breast lifting procedure, Internal Mastopexy, otherwise known as the “Invisible Breast Lift”, which is performed during breast implantation. This procedure is ideal for women with mild to moderate sagging, and prevents additional scarring. Mastopexy, on the other hand, is an operation that removes the excess skin and lifts the breasts and the nipples to their normal, youthful position. This procedure is not meant to enlarge the breasts, but rather lift and restore them to their original position. Trimming and tailoring the overstretched skin to fit snugly around the existing breast can have dramatic results, with all suturing is performed beneath the skin- requiring no stitches to be removed. If you are interested in seeing what you are candidate for please call 310.203.8297 for a complimentary consultation with Dr. Thomas.

Key Words: Los Angleles Breast Implants, Interal Mastopexy, Mastopexy, Breast Feeding with Implants, Can I breast feed if I have breast Implants, Mommy Makeover Beverly Hills, Mommy Makeover Los Angeles

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Plastic Surgery Service Announcement – Botched Plastic Surgery

Plastic Surgery Public Service Announcement – How to Avoid Botched Plastic Surgery

Beverly Hills Plastic Surgery Surgeon, Ivan Thomas M.D., releases this Public Service Announcement to help Plastic Surgery Patients Avoid Botched Plastic Surgery

The Holiday Season is a time when many patients undergo Plastic Surgery procedures. The reasons are due to more time off work, kids are not in school and the household budget is coming to a close and discretionary income can be more freely spent. We want you to know of recent developments that our offices have discovered through speaking with many of our patients, their family members and of our own observations. It’s important that if you choose to have a procedure done this Holiday Season you are aware of how to choose a surgeon and what pitfalls to avoid.

“DEALERSHIP” PRICING

Time and time again you hear advertising on the radio for Tummy Tucks and Breast Augmentations for nominal fees. Fees are advertised as pricing ending in “$99” or “$95”.  This type of pricing is structured to be enticing. In actuality this is the type of pricing you would find at a car dealership. When choosing medical procedures you want to look for practices that base their pricing on an individual’s needs, time in surgery, years of experience and proper qualifications.

BOTCHED PLASTIC SURGERY ON THE RISE

The rate of botched surgery is increasing each year. As cosmetic surgeries are becoming more socially acceptable, more MD’s are practicing cosmetic surgery. Inadvertently you will now find general surgeons and practitioners performing plastic surgery procedures with little or no formal training and proper certifications. You should always choose a plastic surgeon who is Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery (ABPS) and a member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS).

SURGERY SHORTCUTS

Stretched Scars that will not heal from "Donut" Lift

Shortcuts may result in irreversible financial and physical losses. Be aware of shortcut procedures that are passing trends and make unrealistic promises. We have seen patients who were made unattainable promises such as: Breast Lifts with out scaring (Donut Lift, Beneli Mastopexy), non-invasive Face Lifts that take less time to perform, shorter healing time with long lasting results. Other practices will prey on overweight patients and will perform Tummy Tuck or Liposuction on a patient without having them take the proper measures for weight loss. Without the proper weight loss Liposuction and Tummy Tuck will produce less than desirable results.

“TRICK” PHOTOGRAPHY

Inconsistencies in photography on a Dr.’s website may lead many patients to believe that the work produced is accurate and esthetically pleasing. The trained eye knows what to look for.

Distance – The distance between the before and after can be farther apart tricking the eye to think the patient looks smaller. Lighting – Brighter lighting after shots can portray better results and may not show irregularities. Arms Up & Down – Patients may have their arms up for the after picture making Breast Lifts & Tummy Tucks appear better.

QUALITY, EXPERIENCE & PRICE

Dr. Thomas cares about his patients and wants you to get the best results possible for your one and only face & body. No matter the fee you can be confident that you will love your results and receive only the best of medical care from Dr. Thomas and his staff. To inquire about our newly reduced fee schedule, we urge you to contact our staff for support. If you did happen to choose another physician we hope you are 100% satisfied with your results and wish you all the best.

Beverly Hills: 310.203.8297 – Lancaster/Antelope Valley: 661.949.0404

Dr. Thomas is certified with the American Board of Plastic Surgery

and has been performing Plastic Surgery for 28 years with a flawless history.

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Nipple Sensation after Nipple Reduction

Will I loose nipple sensation after nipple reduction?

The answer is no. Dr. Thomas’ advanced technique is performed so that the nipple will not only remain sensitive but you will also be able to breast feed. Read on…

Dr. Thomas’ Nipple Reduction Technique

Over the past 20 years I have used a technique which not only reduces the length and height of the nipple but also the width, with no visible scarring. This method achieves a very normal looking nipple without violating the erectile, sensory or lactating ability. This is because the incisions are no where close to the ducts or the erectile muscle. Sensation is kept intact through three skin sensory pathways. The nipple looks, feels and reacts natural to stimulation.

Healing & Pain of Nipple Reduction

Dr. Thomas’ method is an is performed under local anesthesia. You can return back to work the next day. Sutures are removed one week later and post operative discomfort is easily managed with prescribed pain medication. The nipple should be completely healed in two weeks. <<Read an article on Inverted Nipples>>

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Scar Revision of Tummy Tuck, Beverly Hills

Beverly Hills Tummy Tuck Specialist Dr.Ivan Thomas Discusses Scar Revision of a Tummy Tuck

Skin Types

It is true that each skin type responds differently to trauma to the skin. Some skins heal better than others, following a Tummy Tuck surgery. The general rule is the darker the skin type the more visible the scar. However there are exceptions to that rule. We have seen good to bad Tummy Tuck scars in all skin types.

Overstretched Tummy Tucks

Dr. Thomas will leave a normal laxity in the stomach skin when he performs his advanced Tummy Tuck technique, named the High Lateral Tension Tummy Tuck.  By leaving a normal laxity in the skin it prevents Tummy Tuck scars from having too much tension, which creates a more difficult environment for a Tummy Tuck scar to heal. When Tummy Tuck wounds are closed too tightly and the skin is over stretched,  scars may become more visible.

Tummy Tuck Scar Revision

Scar Revision in a Tummy Tuck means the unfavorable scar is excised usually under local anesthesia and the wound is re-stitched using plastic surgical techniques. Following scar revision the reunited wounds should be treated with silicone gel preparation or silicon gel pads for several months. Scar revision is not always successful. Recurrences are not unusual.

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Celebrity Beauty Secrets – Do Celebrities get Plastic Surgery?

Celebrity Plastic Surgery Secrets – Beverly Hills Plastic Surgeon Dr. Ivan Thomas Reveals Celebrity Secrets

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Do you want to know the beauty secrets of the Stars?

We are about to reveal celebrity secrets for a flat Tummy, beautiful curves and a flawless youthful appearance. Many people often wonder: Do celebrities get plastic surgery? The answer is yes. The secret is to get it done right so that nobody can tell that you had it done.

Do you think you can shake your way to Shakira’s perfection?

If a flatter tighter abdomen is what you want and you have tried sit-ups and work out plans and those lumps

and bumps just won’t go away a Tummy Tuck could be your answer to a sexy new tummy.

Do you think you can bounce your way to Beyonce’s beautiful body?

Beyonce's Beautiful Body

If shapely hips, legs and belly is what you want Liposcutlture can contour your body and leave you with that beauty-licious bod.

Do you think you can smooch your way to the top like Angelina Jolie but your lips just don’t have the gusto?

Angelina Jolie's beautiful lips

Full Lips can be achieved with a natural lip enhancement. Brad Pitt not included.

Do you think you can look as young as Demi Moore by dating younger guys?

Demi More Celebrity Plastic Surgery

Youthful flawless and lifted skin can be yours without surgery. Exoderm lift & peel will lift your skin, build collagen and reverse sun damage, erase deep wrinkles and old acne scars. This revolutionary procedure can be your secret. No one will know you had it done because unlike a face lift it leaves zero scars.

Dr. Ivan Thomas, Beverly Hills plastic surgeon holds the secret to getting the body and face you always imagined yourself having. Call today for a complimentary consultation. Mention this ad and receive a $500 gift card towards a Tummy Tuck. Two offices to serve you Beverly Hills 310.203.8297 or Lancaster 661.949.0404 or visit online at: www.ivanthomasmd.com

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Miss Argentina Dies, Solange Magnano, after buttocks injection – Not Plastic Surgery

The death of a former Miss Argentina after buttocks injections has been portrayed as another “Plastic Surgery” gone wrong. However American Board Certified Plastic Surgeons, certified with the American Board of Plastic Surgery, are getting a bad wrap because of the many under qualified MD’s and clinics that are not properly trained to perform cosmetic & plastic surgery procedures. Not to mention the slew of people who are heading to foreign countries, which are held to completely different standards of health and safety. Also let it be known that buttocks injections are not the same as gluteoplasty.

Solange Magnano was crowned Miss Argentina in 1994.  As reported she was rushed to hospital last week shortly after a series of buttock injections. She died on Sunday of a pulmonary embolism after three days in intensive care.

Robert Piazza says, “Solange was a girl who had everything,” he said. “She lived the life of a goddess, she was the envy of everybody. Now she is dead because she wanted a slightly firmer behind. She died because of her obsession with beauty.”

An investigation into the clinic responsible for the operation is being called. Solange is one of many women who make the mistake of trusting TV and magazine adverts instead of doing thorough research and investigation before undergoing cosmetic procedures. Also many patients are choosing doctors who are not board certified Plastic Surgeons.

How can one avoid botched or deadly surgery?

Here are some helpful tips:

Tips on Choosing a Plastic Surgeon:

1. Check certification, not any certification will do. American Board of Plastic Surgery
2. Check if there is any disciplinary action history with the California Medical Board.
3. Always ask to see many before and after photos.
4. Never price shop over the phone.
5. Check out the office environment and the staff.
6. Be sure you feel safe and that all of your questions are addressed.
7. Know the ins and outs of your procedure; recovery time, surgeon’s technique, etc.

We recommend you do not travel abroad for cosmetic procedures. In the United States, there are accrediting agencies that certify medical facilities and medical providers. U.S. hospitals have peer review boards to further evaluate the doctor’s surgical skill in given procedures. Doctors must obtain hospital privileges to perform a specific procedure at hospitals in America. Surgery abroad is not necessarily as standardized.

The training of doctors in other countries may be dramatically different than in the United States. After becoming a doctor, the extra training to become a plastic surgeon varies widely as well. Also facilities abroad are privately owned and operated and may not be subjected to a rigorous or any certification process at all. Uncertainty of where credentials may come from should also be a red flag for uncertainty of results.

Another great resource you can use to research your doctor is:

Medical Board of California – 916-263-2466

The Medical Board lists doctors who may have disciplinary actions filed against them.  The Medical Board of California provides two principal types of services to consumers: public-record information about California-licensed physicians, and investigation of complaints against physicians.  To inquire about a physician, consumers can call the Board to find out if the doctor’s license is current and renewed, and also whether there have been any administrative-related actions against the doctor.

Step-by-step guide:

Got to: www.medbd.ca.gov/lookup.html

1. scroll down to ‘continue search’ & click

2. type in your doctor’s name & click ‘find’

3. click on the name of the doctor

4. scroll down to ‘public disclosure’

5. click 2nd ‘here’ & click

6. click ‘continue’

7. type in the doctor’s name

8. click ‘search’

9. click on date

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