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Is Your “Look” Ready for Summer?

 

Utilizing Plastic Surgery and Cosmetic Treatments to Get the Summer Look You Desire

Getting their bodies summer-ready tends to become a top priority for many men and women as the season of beach vacations and poolside lounging inches closer.

summer beach bodyMany women and men turn to plastic surgeons for some pre-summer fine-tuning through a wide array of surgical and non-surgical procedures.

Juan Brou, M.D., a board certified Oklahoma City plastic surgeon and reconstructive surgeon, said laser hair removal is one of the more popular springtime procedures, but tummy tucks, liposuction, breast enhancement and facial rejuvenation also rank high.

Here is a snapshot of top procedures to help you get your body summer ready:

  • Laser Hair Removal – If you want to save time on shaving and waxing during the summer months, laser hair removal might be your answer. Brou said it has gained popularity in recent years due to advancements that make the treatment longer lasting and more comfortable. Laser hair removal works by targeting the melanin (pigment) in hair. A beam of light energy passes through the skin and targets the hair follicle. This destroys the hair follicle, preventing the re-growth of the hair. Over time, new hair follicles grow in new areas and follow-up treatments may be required to target those. However, Brou said results typically last for about a year.
  • Tummy tuck (abdominoplasty) – For women who’ve had children or no longer are happy with the appearance of their midsection even after weight loss, a tummy tuck may be just what the doctor ordered. Tummy Tuck is a surgical procedure that repairs the abdominal muscles or abdominal wall as well as removes excess skin resulting from pregnancy or extreme weight loss. In some cases, small hernias and old surgical scars from a hysterectomy, c-section or appendectomy can be removed too. Brou said liposuction is often used in conjunction with a tummy tuck to allow further contouring and thinning of the abdomen.
  • Liposuction – People carry their body fat in different ways, and these are genetically determined. Some areas are more resistant than others to diet and exercise. Brou said that’s where liposuction comes in. It can help “sculpt” the body in a lot of areas. Women usually have the procedure performed on their hips, thighs, “love handles,” calves and arms. In men, it’s more commonly done on bellies, love handles, chests and chins. In both sexes, liposuction is often performed in conjunction with other surgical procedures. Liposuction is performed by injecting the area to be treated with a solution to decrease bleeding, bruising and pain, and then suction is used to remove fat cells in specific areas of the body. Modern forms of liposuction are designed to remove more fat cells and provide greater accuracy.
  • Breast augmentation – Surgery to enlarge the breasts remains the most popular cosmetic procedure for women, but Brou said simply wanting bigger breasts isn’t the only reason for having this type of surgery. Breast enhancement is often done to balance a woman’s figure with her hips, ensuring that clothes fit better. It’s also performed to correct asymmetry or size differences between the breasts and to restore the volume and fullness lost after pregnancy, breastfeeding or major weight loss. To see a video explaining this procedure, visit our plastic surgery videos page.
  • Facelift – Technically known as a rhytidectomy, a facelift is a surgical procedure that rejuvenates the face by removing excess skin, tightening the facial tissues, trimming the fat and sculpting the face to make it look more youthful. When done properly, Brou explained the skin should not look pulled, unnatural or scarred. A facelift can be done in conjunction with other procedures such as a brow lift, forehead lift or eyelift to complement the rejuvenation process.
  • Facial Rejuvenation – As many women opt for the look of less makeup during the summer months, non-surgical facial rejuvenation procedures are increasingly popular in the spring months. Sculptra Aesthetic is a relatively new product available as an in-office procedure at a growing number of plastic surgery practices. Dr. Brou said it produces age-erasing results by restoring volume to the face that is often lost with age. Improvement is seen immediately following the procedure and gradual improvement continues thereafter. Dermal fillers, like Juvederm, offer a quick boost to your appearance, filling lines and plumping lips; Botox remains popular year-round for its age-erasing effects; and microdermabrasion treatments offer an in-office option that provides smoother, younger-looking skin.

For more information about any of these procedures, to view videos or if you have questions about cosmetic surgery, visit www.plasticsurgeon-oklahoma.com.

This information is brought to you courtesy of The Medical Spa by Dr. Juan Brou, Oklahoma’s premier aesthetic treatment center and cosmetic surgery practice. Dr. Brou’s office is located minutes from downtown Oklahoma City at 5300 North Grand, Suite 205.

 

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