Frequently asked questions about plastic surgery.
February 17th, 2010 admin
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February 17th, 2010 admin
Subpectoral Breast Augmentation Beverly Hills – Saline Breast Implants
Saline Breast Augmentation or Saline Breast Implant Surgery. Age 27. After patient had children and breast fed, breast deflated and sagged. Subpectoral (under the chest muscles) augmentation was performed. Patient was an A cup and is now a full C or small D. The right side has a 420 cc and left 390 cc.
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December 29th, 2009 admin
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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December 22nd, 2009 admin
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.
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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December 2nd, 2009 admin
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:
- Check certification, not any certification will do. American Board of Plastic Surgery
- Check if there is any disciplinary action history with the California Medical Board.
- Always ask to see many before and after photos.
- Never price shop over the phone.
- Check out the office environment and the staff.
- Be sure you feel safe and that all of your questions are addressed.
- 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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December 1st, 2009 admin
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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November 25th, 2009 admin
Beverly Hills Tummy Tuck, Breast Implants & Breast Lift is what makes up a Beverly Hills Mommy Makeover
The desire to become a mom is such a strong emotional feeling. This most precious gift can create changes for a mother’s body which can be undesirable. The process of pregnancy leaves permanent effects on the breasts and abdomen. The breasts and abdomen become enlarged and then can become deflated and saggy. Dr. Thomas performs a duo-combo of Breast Enhancement and Tummy Tuck procedures on Patients coined “Mommy Makeover”. When combining these procedures Dr. Thomas can turn back the hands of time and give Patients back their pre-pregnancy bodies.
Components of a Mommy Makeover
Breasts Enhancements – Implants & Lift
Pregnancy and breast feeding often take a toll on the breasts causing a loss of substance and severe sagging. This overall deflation is mainly due to a loss of baby weight and breast tissue, and an inability of the overstretched skin to shrink. A Mommy Makeover can include two types of Breast Enhancement: Breast Lift (Mastopexy) and Breast Augmentation (Silicone or Saline).
Mastopexy (Breast Lift) - Dr. Thomas performs anchor incision Breast Lifts which removes the excessive loose skin and lifts the breasts and nipples to their original youthful position. Stitching is done underneath the skin with absorbable sutures, so there are no stitches to be removed.
Breast Augmentation (Breast Implants) - When Dr. Thomas performs Breast Augmentation, whether with silicone or saline implants, his goal is to restore the youthful breast size, shape, feel and prefers the implants be placed under the chest muscle as this creates a more natural shape and feel.
Tummy
Abdominoplasty (Tummy Tuck) – As the baby grows, it stretches the abdominal skin and also thins out and weakens the abdominal muscles pushing out the inner organs, creating the typical after pregnancy tummy bulge. Abdominoplasty is the procedure which removes the excess skin and tightens the overstretched and weakened muscles restoring the pre-pregnancy figure. Dr. Thomas performs an advanced technique of a Tummy Tuck he named “High Lateral TensionTummy Tuck” which creates a tighter, shapelier, and more feminine abdomen and waistline.
Breast Implants
Breast Lift & Tummy Tuck
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November 19th, 2009 admin
Beverly Hills Tummy Tuck Specialist Ivan Thomas, M.D. featured on Bizymoms.com
Beverly Hills Tummy Tuck specialist, Ivan Thomas was just recently asked by Bizymoms.com a series of questions regarding Tummy Tuck. You can check out his LIVE interview (”An Interview with Dr. Ivan Thomas on Tummy Tuck“) on bizymoms.com.
Bizymoms.com is one of the largest and fastest growing sites in the US dedicated to moms. This site has been serving moms for over 12 years and offer 25,000 plus articles, 1000 plus experts and 200,000 plus pages across 60 plus topics and 880 plus cities. Out of 100s of millions of websites Alexa.com reported Bizymoms.com’s worldwide daily traffic rank to be 25,209. The site offers busy moms a news, tips resources and information.
Dr. Thomas has been asked to continue to contribute answers to questions on more plastic surgery procedures. These interviews will be featured on Bizymoms.com and or six other plastic surgery related mom websites that they will be launching.
Keep checking in with Bizymom’s in the near future because Dr. Thomas will also be discussing these topics:
* Breast Augmentation, Breast Lift, Breast Reduction
* Tummy Tuck
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November 16th, 2009 admin
Beverly Hills Tummy Tuck
Beverly Hills tummy tuck specialist Ivan Thomas, M.D., is a Beverly Hills board-certified plastic surgeon, certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery. He has been seen on a Women’s Health Special on ABC Channel 7, and a Mommy Makeover special on KCAL 9 and has been featured in newspapers and magazines across Los Angeles county.
Known for his High Lateral Tension Tummy, an advanced technique of Tummy Tuck, Dr. Thomas explains to viewers Tummy Tuck, or abdominoplasty as the procedure is known to surgeons.
One of the most frequently performed surgical procedures, next to breast augmentation and breast implants, a tummy tuck is a safe and effective way to rejuvenate your body in Beverly Hills and Los Angeles area.
Tummy Tucks are for men and woman patients with bulging stomach muscles and loose overhanging skin. We find more and more men wanting tummy tucks turn to Dr. Ivan Thomas.
Beverly Hills Tummy Tuck and Liposuction Procedures
The high lateral tension Tummy Tuck does not only suture the muscles vertically it also addresses laxity in the muscles horizontally. Dr. Thomas also removes the extra skin in a tummy tuck. Dr. Thomas also uses liposuction to sculpture the abdominal area. The Tummy Tuck Scar is can be hidden in the bikini line where any garment or a bathing suit covers it. The liposuction scars are not visible because the instrument used to suction out the fat is very small.
When is a tummy tuck right for you:
- If you do not plan on having any more children.
- If you have undergone gastric by-pass or Lap Band surgery and you have loose and overhanging skin and bulging stomach muscles.
- If you do not have intro abdominal fat (fat inside and around the organs). Tummy Tuck is not a form of weight of loss. Tummy Tuck is effective for patients who have lost the internal weight and are looking to improve upon their outer layers like skin and muscles.
Liposuction of the inner/outer thighs, flanks, and hips in conjunction with the tummy tuck, will add pleasing contours to your body and will compliment the Tummy Tuck procedure.
Complimentary Consultations
Consultations are complimentary with Dr. Ivan Thomas. You can call to schedule a consultation or email the Doctor to discuss the procedure you always wanted.
View before and after pictures of Dr. Thomas’ Beverly Hills Tummy Tuck patients.
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October 6th, 2009 admin
Going Batty over Plastic Surgery!
This Holiday if you are considering plastic surgery we want you to have the latest information available!
With so many advances in plastic surgery, it’s hard to know what’s right and what really works. It’s enough to drive a person batty!
We find that our Patients have many questions and concerns. What products are better? Which implants look and feel more natural? What is safe? The choices on the market place can be overwhelming.
We like to see our Patients get the best possible results especially when they are investing not only their financial resources but also investing physically and emotionally.
Below we have highlighted some products & procedures that produce superb results and that we see working for our patients year after year.
Latisse
For Bewitching Eyes…
Just one drop of this almost magical solution on your Lash line will grow them thicker, longer & darker in just 4 weeks. It really works! A10 minute office visit will result in a prescription that you can take home with you the same day.
Go to the Latisse website to see all the before & after photos. Watch the Brook Shields testimonial on how her lashes benefited from Latisse. You can also see how to apply Latisse. It’s so easy!
New MemoryGel(TM) Breast Implants by Mentor
Trick or Treat?
Memory Gel Breast Implant - Mentor Corp
Gummy bear implants, or MemoryGel are the newest innovation in Breast Augmentation. Mentor launched their newly FDA approved MemoryGel implants.
How they got their name: Unlike the old silicone implants these implants do not run or leak should the outer shell rupture. They stay solid, similar to the properties of a Gummy Bear.
These MemoryGel(TM) implants you’ve been reading and hearing about have been successfully used and trusted for 20 years by millions women all over the world. The implants are supposed to look and feel like natural breast tissue – without compromising reliability or safety. After almost two decades of research and testing with surgeons and patients, MemoryGel(TM) breast implants are now available to women in the U.S.
The FDA and Mentor agree that the only way for detection of Silicone implant rupture is through MRI. They suggest you get one at least by the 9th year of implantation. Mentor offers a lifetime warranty on implants as well as a 10 year $1,200 surgical replacement reimbursement.
Go to Mentor’s site and they can send you free mini samples of the MemoryGel(TM) breast implants.
NIA24
Unmask your skins pretty potential!
Nia 24 a new skin care line by Mentor not only repairs your skin form extreme sun damage but it also helps strengthen the skin to help prevent future damage. Nia 24 is the first Niacin based line of skin care products that help the skin renew at the cellular level. We have seen patients heal from a lifetime of sun worship and harsh environmental elements.
NIA24 was born from science. It was developed with funding from the National Institutes of Health and clinically researched at the University of Arizona Cancer Center. NIA24’s revolutionary, multi-patented Pro-Niacin molecule penetrates deep within the skin to repair UV-induced DNA damage, improve energy generation, normalize melanin transfer and stimulate the release of Leptin – a natural repair hormone that activates the skin’s natural wound-healing response.
In doing so, it provides a stronger skin barrier with more even tone and texture, improvement in firmness and an increased immunity to future damage.
High Lateral Tension Tummy Tuck
No sexy costume is complete without a corset.
The only thing is, that you will not need one after you have Dr. Thomas’ technically advanced Tummy Tuck, the High Lateral Tension Tummy Tuck.
Many patients find that after many sit ups and crunches their stomach still bulges and sags. What is one to do? The High Lateral Tummy Tuck is performed by Dr. Thomas. During the surgery Dr. Thomas not only will stitch your stomach muscles flat but he will stitch them in a criss-cross fashion. Every patient looks as if they are wearing an internal corset. For a flatter and sexier stomach that will last for years to come.
Visit www.ivanthoamsmd.com to see before & after photos of Dr. Thomas’ own High Lateral Tension Tummy Tuck.
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