“Mommy makeover” is the name of the trend where new moms get several cosmetic procedures—typically a breast augmentation, tummy tuck, and/or breast lift—to help return their bodies to their pre-pregnancy shape. It’s less often you hear about plastic surgery makeovers for dads, and yet men received 13 percent of all cosmetic surgical procedures and 9 percent of all cosmetic minimally-invasive procedures performed last year in the United States, according to statistics from the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS).
Bill Neville, 52, is a dad who recently shared his plastic surgery story with reporter Elise Morgan of WHNT NEWS 19 in Huntsville, Alabama. Neville has a four-year-old son and began to worry about looking too old. “He’s [my son] going to start t-ball, swimming, and I don’t want to be out there with the rest of the dads and have them looking at me like, ‘Hey! Grandpa is out here to watch his grandson!'” Neville said.
“Just rolling back the clock a bit on this turkey gobbler and possibly getting the skin off my eyelids would be great,” he said pre-surgery.
Neville’s surgeries included his eyelids, a facelift, a neck lift, laser resurfacing of his skin, and injections to fill in wrinkles. “I was hoping not to look real “plasticky” and stretched, and I don’t think I do. I think it looks real natural and everyone I’ve talked to thinks it looks great,” said Neville.
ASPS statistics show that the top 5 cosmetic surgical procedures and minimally-invasive cosmetic procedures for men last year were:
- Rhinoplasty (surgical) / Botox (minimally-invasive)
- Eyelid surgery / Microdermabrasion
- Liposuction / Laser hair removal
- Breast reduction / Chemical Peel
- Hair transplantation / Wrinkle fillers
Read and watch the full story on Bill Neville online: “Plastic Surgery for Men Isn’t Taboo.”
The mommy makeover is one of the most common requests for surgery in Rancho Cucamonga, Ca. Many of the procedures popular for men are also available, including male breast reduction.
Everyone knows Botox for its ability to smooth wrinkles when injected into the face, but Johns Hopkins researchers may have found another use that goes beyond the cosmetic.
In a recent study published in the journal Pain Medicine, researchers found that patients with a painful and debilitating nerve compression disorder called thoracic outlet syndrome (TOS) reported a significant reduction in their short-term pain after receiving a single, low-dose injection of Botox in a neck muscle.
The study suggests that Botox could be a non-invasive alternative to rib-removal surgery, which is the treatment of last resort for TOS.
“There haven’t been many alternatives to the use of surgery to treat this syndrome,” says Paul J. Christo, M.D., M.B.A., an assistant professor of anesthesiology and critical care medicine at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine and the study’s lead author. “Botox seems to be an effective treatment that avoids surgery’s obvious drawbacks, such as its invasive nature and long recovery time.”
Because the effect from Botox lasts only a few months, repeated injections would be necessary to maintain the results. Repeated treatments may lead to the development of antibodies to the compound in some patients, which would mean the toxin would no longer block pain, and therefore not all patients are candidates for Botox, says Dr. Christo.
Botox’s use as a cosmetic procedure is extremely popular. According to the most recent statistics from the American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery it was the number one less-invasive cosmetic procedure performed last year in the United States. Dr. Haiavy offers Botox in his Rancho Cucamonga, California location.
The full release, Botox Eases Nerve Pain in Certain Patients, is available at the Johns Hopkins Medicine website.
More teens than ever are getting plastic surgery and some are even receiving procedures as graduation presents, according to Crain’s New York Business.
The article reports on the rise in the number of plastic surgery procedures among teens in the last few years and how many teens ask for procedures as graduation presents.
Last year, 8,199 U.S. teenagers aged 18 and 19 had breast enlargements—more than triple the number in 2001, according to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons. The increase came during the recession, amid a dip in the number of overall plastic surgeries.
Teens make up just 2 percent of all cosmetic surgery patients in the country, but their numbers are growing, which Crain’s attributes to reality shows like Extreme Makeover, press coverage of celebrities’ bodies, and increasing openness in America about plastic surgery.
“In the past few years, I’ve seen more younger people doing more plastic surgery than ever before,” says Dr. Andrew Jacono, a plastic and reconstructive surgeon in Manhattan. “There’s a lot of pressure on young people to look a certain way, and when kids go away to college, it’s a chance to start all over.”
Nose jobs, liposuction treatments, and breast augmentations are some of the most popular procedures for teens. “Breast surgery is at the top of the list for graduates now,” says Dr. Mauro Romita, a New York City surgeon.
Stephanie Michelle just graduated from the University of Buffalo, and is getting a nose job for her college graduation. She first asked for the procedure after she graduated high school, but her parents made her wait. Now that she has her degree, her family is researching doctors.
“This is the perfect time to do it,” says Ms. Michelle. “I am going to be on my own and moving to the city and becoming an adult.” Read the full story about this plastic surgery trend at Crain’s New York Business.
Schedule Your Complimentary Skin Care Consultation with our Esthetician, Marlene, today to find out about which options are right for you.
The Obagi Condition & Enhance System is the essential component to improving the overall results of your facial rejuvenation procedure. This system contains a proven therapeutic combination that works at a cellular level to treat effects of aging and restore the appearance of normal, healthy skin cells.
It works to improve your overall facial appearance by addressing and inhibiting:
- Sun Damage
- Fine Lines and Wrinkles
- Rough Skin
- Hyperpigmentation (discoloration)
- Erythema (Redness)
- Acne
- Future Skin Damage
If you are interested in undergoing a facial rejuvenation procedure, this system will complete your overall appearance to give a better than healthy, vibrant skin.
This system is also used in conjunction with Botox, Fillers, Microdermabrasion, Chemical Peels, Laser Resurfacing and Facial Surgery. Be confident in your appearance and look as young as you feel.
People come in all different shapes and sizes. Every body type has predisposed areas of fat storage and, even with a rigorous diet and exercise; you can’t always remove the unwanted bulges.
With expanding technology and medical advances, there is now an exciting method to shape your body and get rid of those stubborn fat deposits on most parts of your body.
We are introducing Liposelection® by VASER®, an attractive alternative to traditional liposuction to remove unwanted fat. This revolutionary procedure offers smooth results, with low to minimal patient discomfort. LipoSelection by VASER selectively breaks up and removes fat cells from the abdomen, arms, back, hips, knees, love handles, neck and chin, saddlebags, thighs – any place you’ve developed a little “extra cushioning”.
On the other hand, traditional Liposuction relies on mechanical evacuation of the fat cells with small cannulas.
The LipoSelection by VASER procedure uses innovative ultrasound technology for fatty tissue emulsion and aspiration. The VASER System’s ultrasound energy breaks up fatty tissue while leaving surrounding nerves, blood vessels, and connective tissue relatively intact. LipoSelection allows physicians to work with delicate areas like the inner thighs, arms, and chest.
Is Liposelection Right for Me?
If you are healthy and stable with your weight, and just can’t get rid of certain problem areas with excess fat deposits, you may be a good candidate for LipoSelection by VASER. Although there are limits to the amount of fat that can be removed, we can assist you with your decision about potential areas for reshaping, the results you can expect and the recovery process.
We will show you how Dr. Haiavy has made patients happy by reducing unsightly lumps and bumps that do not respond to exercise or diet. Many of our patients have reported a new confidence that allows them to return to the gym, clothing stores, and the beach. You’re invited to schedule your personal consultation to see actual patient photos and share your goals with Dr. Haiavy.
Inland Cosmetic Surgery is equipped with the state-of-the-art, fully JCAHO accredited surgery center and caters to all aesthetic surgical procedures. Please visit www.inlandcosmetic.com or call 1-800-6-COSMETIC for any questions that you may have. To view before and after pictures of Dr. Haiavy’s Liposuction procedure, click here: Liposuction Results
According to new research from OHSU, you may be able to decrease the frequency of your Botox treatments over time, meaning you’ll still receive the same wrinkle-reducing results, but the overall cost will decrease.
After using Botox every 4 months for 2 years, the injection frequency can be extended to 6 months while still remaining effective. Research was conducted by Dr. Roger A. Dailey, who studied 50 patients undergoing Botox injections for correction of glabellar lines.
In addition, his research indicates that Botox may work for younger patients as a preventive measure against wrinkles. Read more from the Oregon Health and Science University.
The U.S. FDA gave clearance last month to a new drug used in sclerotherapy, the cosmetic treatment of varicose and spider veins. Asclera, also known as polidocanol, is injected into the targeted vein, causing damage to the cell lining and then vein closure.
“Asclera is indicated for the treatment of small types of varicose veins when the aim of treatment is to improve appearance,” said Dr. Norman Stockbridge of the FDA’s Center for Drug Evaluation and Research.
According to FDA.gov, approval for Asclera is indicated for:
- Spider veins (tiny varicose veins less than 1 millimeter in diameter)
- Reticular veins (those that are 1 to 3 millimeters in diameter)
The drug is also said to include an anesthetic for more comfortable vein treatment.
About vein treatments at Inland Cosmetic Surgery
Inland Cosmetic Surgery is now offering several treatments for varicose veins, spider veins and venous reflux disease, under the care of vascular surgeon Paul Bressman MD. Contact us at 800-6-COSMETIC to find out more about vein treatments at our new Rancho Cucamonga location.
With bariatric surgery, you can lose a significant amount of weight in a short time. 
But to truly succeed and improve your health, surgeons and fitness experts will both tell you to initiate lifestyle changes.
Last week in Austin TX, doctors from the American College of Sports Medicine met for 14th annual Health and Fitness Summit, where they discussed the best exercise programs for bariatric surgery patients, those who undergo gastric bypass, lap band or realize band surgery.
Fitness experts Paul Sorace, M.S., and Adam de Jong, M.A gave the following recommendations:
Aerobic exercise
- The core of the post-bariatric exercise program
- Burns the most calories
- Good way to ease into physical activity
Resistance training
- should be limited (especially in abdomen), but great to combine with aerobic exercise
- increase muscle mass and quickens fat loss in post-bariatric surgery patients
Flexibility exercise
- great for improving range of motion, but use caution to prevent injury
What is bariatric surgery?
Bariatric surgery, in its various forms, alters or removes parts of the stomach to induce weight loss. Patients who undergo bariatric surgery typically have a BMI of 35 or greater. Popular procedures include the following:
The Lap Band, an inflatable silicone device that is placed on the upper portion of your stomach, effectively limiting food intake and suppressing hunger.
Gastric Bypass is procedure that divides the stomach to create a small pouch, which gets connected to a loop of the small intestine. By reducing stomach size, the patient is satisfied a smaller amount of food.
We have recently incorporated the Lap Band system into our practice at Inland Cosmetic Surgery. To schedule a private consultation with our bariatric surgeon, call us at 909-987-0899 today!
Dr. Jacob Haiavy offers a wide range of choices in breast augmentation methods based on patient needs, lifestyle, and anatomy.
During your consultation, Dr. Haiavy will discuss your options in regards to size, incision site and type of implant.
Dr. Haiavy uses safe, FDA-approved saline and silicone implants of various textures and shapes for beautiful contour and natural, comfortable results.
SCARLESS SURGERY (Belly Button)
Dr. Haiavy was one of the first surgeons in the United States to perform scarless breast surgery through the belly button. This unique procedure virtually eliminates the biggest concerns any patient or physician has about the breast augmentation procedure:
No visible scars—there is no cut made to the breast, nipple, or underarm
Reduced loss of sensation—nerves are usually less disturbed and no cut is made to the nipple area
Reduced risk of infection
Quicker recovery
Over 3500 scarless breast surgeries have been performed at Inland Cosmetic Surgery.
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Visit us in Rancho Cucamonga where you can be sure that you will receive all the experience and caring attention for which our staff has become known. All procedures are performed in our private and fully accredited surgery center with the support of expert nursing and anesthesia staff.
Many of our staff have been Inland Cosmetic team members for several years, and have been patients here themselves. Dr. Haiavy will use his technical expertise and personal experience to help you Look Your Best and Feel your Best.
To schedule your complimentary and personalized consultation with Dr. Haiavy, you can call us at 909-987-08999.
I always thrive to find the best combination of procedures for my patients. When it comes to facial rejuvenation, combining a facelift with laser resurfacing is one of the best combinations.
Facelift is a procedure whereby we lift the sagging structures of the midface, jowl and neck. There are many different lasers available. Most laser treatments diminish surface irregularities, sun damage and wrinkles. Some lasers will result in actual peeling of the skin and regeneration, such as the CO2 laser, which requires additional recovery.
Other non-invasive lasers such as the Syneron Laser will require multiple sessions to diminish sun spots, red spots and blemishes on the skin and require NO down time.
Either of these modalities can be used in combination with a facelift procedure depending on the severity of laxity, aging and sun damage. The ideal candidate for this combination procedure would be those who want to drastically diminish laxity as well as surface irregularities or sun damage from their face. Most of the patients generally recover from this combo in a matter of 10-14 days.
No matter which facial treatment you choose, maintenance of your skin care and sun protection are essential for longevity of results.