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Get a Thigh Lift for a Better Proportioned Thigh and Lower Body

Thursday, June 24th, 2010

Plastic surgeons and Gainesville’s Accent Plastic Surgery & Aesthetics understand all too well the challenges many women face in trying to address excess skin and fat in the thigh and buttocks region…these areas are perhaps the most difficult to control through good dieting and exercise.

A thigh lift, a procedure we offer here at our Gainesville plastic surgery center, provides help for those where good dieting and exercise aren’t quite getting the job done.

Read on to learn more about how a thigh lift can help give you the look you’ve worked so hard to accomplish.

First you have to decide if a thigh lift is right for you…basically, if you’re in good health, have realistic expectations and do not smoke, you can safely get a thigh lift. But if excess fat is your only problem, a liposuction procedure maybe all you need.

If you decide thigh lift surgery is what you need to accomplish your goals, there are some preparations you will need to make. After consulting with Florida plastic surgeons at Accent, you may need to start, stop or adjust any medications you’re on. You will need to be sure someone can drive you home after your procedure as well.

Once the procedure is complete, you will have some recovery time after a thigh lift. Surgeons will place bandages and maybe even a compression garment to help the incisions heal…they may even place a small tube to drain excess fluids and blood. But in about 1-2 weeks, you should be back to 100% and love your new look.

The important rule to remember with any plastic surgery procedure – do it because you want to, not to satisfy someone else’s wishes.

Check out our new knowledge center article on thigh lift surgery to see if it’s a viable option to help achieve your goals. And if you want to learn more, contact Gainesville thigh lift surgeons at Accent Plastics today.

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Jerusalem University Manufactures Collagen from Genetically Modified Tobacco Plants

Wednesday, June 16th, 2010

Researchers at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem in Israel have successfully produced a replica of human collagen from genetically modified tobacco plants, potentially having tremendous commercial implications for use in various medical procedures.

Collagen is the most prevalent protein in the human body and provides texture, resiliency and shape in human’s skin. It is found throughout the body in skin, muscle, tendons and bones. Collagen fibers weave together like threads in fabrics to form a framework where new cells can grow.

Today, collagen is commercially produced from cows, pigs and even human cadavers (but poses different health and ethical issues). It is used in a variety of surgical implants and wound healing devices. The commercial collagen market in the U.S. currently exceeds $30 billion annually.

Creating human recombinant type I pro-collagen requires the coordinated expression of five different genes. Dr. Oded Shoseyov of the Hebrew University of Jerusalem has the only laboratory in the world that has been successful at this co-expression. His findings have been patented and the scientific findings behind it were recently published in the Biomacromolecules journal.

The new collagen has also seen a lot interest among investors and commercial producers – already raising $15 million to bring it to market.

This discovery could potentially revolutionize various aesthetic treatments we offer at our Gainesville plastic surgery clinic. Dermal fillers like these are a great way to smooth out wrinkles and lines on your face that appear over time. Weather, time, gravity and other factors cause your face to lose its fullness as you age.

Synthetic collagens like Cosmoplast, Cosmoderm, Artefil and this newest discovery help restore your youthful look with minimal invasiveness.

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Chemotherapy Drug Fluorouracil may Improve Aging Skin’s Appearance

Thursday, April 29th, 2010

Associate professor of dermatology at the University of Michigan Dr. Dana L. Sachs, M.D. released a study that shows the chemotherapy drug fluorouracil may help reduce precancerous skin patches and improve the appearance of sun-damaged skin.

Fluorouracil is a drug used to treat cancers of the colon, head and neck, pancreas and other organs which stops the body from synthesizing thymine, a building block of DNA.

Clinicians began noticing a change in skin appearance for cancer patients who were using the drug in an unrelated study.  This led these them to develop a topical therapy to treat skin lesions that may develop into skin cancer.

Dr. Sachs and his colleagues evaluated molecular and clinical changes in the skin of 21 healthy volunteers who had skin lesions and sun-damaged skin. They applied a 5 percent fluorouracil cream to their face twice a day for two weeks. Evaluations were done at the beginning of the study and photographs were taken as it progressed. Patients were also evaluated at the end by three dermatologists not involved with the study.

The number of lesions was reduced significantly from an average of 11.6 to 1.5. Clinical evaluations found other improvements to age-related skin issues, including decreases in wrinkling, dark skin spots, hyperpigmentation (skin getting darker) and sallowness (yellow skin tone).

Skin biopsies taken soon after patients discontinued applying the topical skin cream showed increases in levels of compounds related to skin injury, inflammation and degradation of the extracellular matrix. The study’s authors also write that topical fluorouracil causes epidermal injury which improves appearance by stimulating wound healing and dermal remodeling.

Treatment was generally well tolerated with 95% of patients seeing an improvement in their while 89% said they would do it again. Patients who use this topical ointment for skin lesions will also likely see restorative effects from sun damage, providing further motivation to undergo the rigorous treatment.

However, there are some who may find this treatment cosmetically unacceptable since the standard course of therapy may last two to three weeks and the ensuing reaction may last for several more.  But there will undoubtedly be others who will choose to undergo this cosmetic treatment due to its lower cost.

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Liposuction Causes Natural Breast Enhancement Study Concludes

Wednesday, April 21st, 2010

An interesting study published in September 2007’s issue of Dermatologic Surgery shows women who have fat removed from other parts of the body through liposuction can experience an increase in one to two cup sizes.

Board certified surgeon Dr. Eric Finzi conducted the study after many of his tumescent liposuction patients returned for post-operative check-ups with the unexpected side effect of larger breasts. Finzi’s study of the matter concluded that 43% of female patients who undergo one or more liposuction procedures experience an increase in their breast size…heavier patients who had more fat removed were more likely to experience a natural breast enhancement.

“This is the first step in the development of natural breast enlargement,” stated Dr. Finzi, who has performed thousands of liposuction procedures in parts of the body that good dieting and exercise couldn’t touch.

Liposuction has become a popular cosmetic procedure since its inception in 1987. Besides the conventional benefits of safety and removal of unwanted fat without surgical scarring, women may also benefit from a natural increase in their breast size.

Up until these findings, breast implants were the only known way for women to increase the size of their breasts. Over 2 million women in the U.S. have undergone implant surgery but despite its popularity, implants continue to have frequent complications including implant rupture, hardening of the breasts, changes in sensation and more.

Data from Dr. Finzi’s study suggest an added benefit of liposuction surgery – perhaps allowing you to kill two birds with one stone.

Looking to get rid of excess skin and fat that good dieting and exercise can’t deal with, perhaps getting some natural breast enhancement in the process? Contact Florida liposuction surgeons at Accent Plastic Surgery & Aesthetics today for a free consultation.

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Give your Arms a Toned, Youthful Look with a Brachioplasty

Tuesday, March 30th, 2010

Arm lift surgery at our north Florida plastic surgery center helps women regain their confidence by losing excess skin and fat in the upper arm. Arm lifts also reshape the under portion of the upper arm to give you better contours in that part of the body.

Because of aging, weight loss or even heredity, skin can lose its elasticity and localized fat deposits can develop. While exercise can address muscle tone and strength, it isn’t quite enough to handle this loose skin.

A brachioplasty is safe to go forward with if you’re in reasonably good health, have a stable weight and do not smoke.

Arm lift surgeons at Accent Plastic Surgery & Aesthetics are available to sit down with you and explain the procedure, the recovery and any risks that are involved.

If you decide to undergo arm lift surgery, you will need to do several things like adjust medication you’re currently taking and avoid Aspirin, anti-inflammatory drugs and herbal supplements since they increase the risk of bleeding. Stop smoking well before your scheduled procedure.

Learn more about arm lift surgery by visiting our newest article on the topic and if you’re ready to take the next step to a rejuvenated you, contact our Gainesville cosmetic surgery center today.

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Similar Facial Aging Found Between Mothers and Daughters

Tuesday, March 9th, 2010

Another similarity between mothers and daughters uncovered by new research – mothers and daughters experience similar patterns in facial aging.

Researchers at Loma Linda University in California examined 40 mother-daughter pairs and examined their facial features using computer modeling and 3D cameras. The team found that mothers and daughters who look the same will age the same way as well. For example, if a mother has experienced volume loss in the lower eyelid throughout her life, her daughter can expect that to happen as well.

But thanks to innovative and minimally invasive cosmetic surgery and aesthetic options, young women do not have to surrender their face to destiny. Understanding your mother’s face and the progression of her aging can be a big help to plastic surgeons addressing sagging skin or volume loss the study concludes.

Lead researcher Dr. Subhas Gupta points out that through this type of research, plastic surgeons will be able to pinpoint exactly where they should inject facial fillers.

These new findings will be especially helpful to women in their mid-30s to early-50s, the best window for taking advantage of minimally invasive techniques to maintain their youthful look.

Other ways women themselves can slow the aging process is to eat healthy, limit sun exposure and don’t smoke says Gupta.

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Improve Body Contours and Enhance your Self-Image with Liposuction Surgery

Tuesday, December 8th, 2009

Also known as lipoplasty, liposuction surgery is a popular procedure we perform at our Florida cosmetic surgery clinic here in Gainesville.

Liposuction surgery removes excess fat deposits to reshape specific parts of the body – primarily deposits diet and exercise cannot take care of. It’s sometimes done in conjunction with other cosmetic surgery procedures like facelifts, breast reductions or tummy tucks.

Liposuction surgery can be employed to remove excess fat deposits from several different parts of the body. It’s not a substitute for good dieting and exercise though and is not a treatment for obesity. If you’re within 30% of your ideal weight and have firm, elastic skin and good muscle tone, you’re a good candidate for liposuction surgery.

You will need to discuss your particular situation with a Florida cosmetic surgeon at Accent Plastic Surgery & Aesthetics before undergoing any procedure. They will examine the areas you’re concerned about and may even take pictures to get a clear idea of how they can help you reach your goals. If you decide to go forward with the procedure, they will assist you in properly preparing for the big day and your recovery.

Read this quick overview of liposuction surgery from Florida cosmetic surgeons at Accent Plastic Surgery & Aesthetics and learn more about how to prepare for liposuction surgery and what to expect from your initial consultation to recovery.

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Senate Healthcare Proposal Includes 5% Cosmetic Surgery Tax – Plastic Surgeons Weigh In

Monday, November 30th, 2009

To help pay for the nearly $1 trillion healthcare reform package, the U.S. Senate is proposing a 5% tax on cosmetic surgeries and procedures. It’s a last minute, surprise addition to the over 2000 page bill. The new tax is expected to raise $5 billion over the next 10 years. Last year, over 12 million elective cosmetic surgery procedures were performed in the U.S.

The American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS) and the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS) opposes this tax.

ASPS’ president Dr. Michael McGuire says that “Elective surgery taxes discriminate against women, given that 86 percent of cosmetic surgery patients are female, of which 91 percent are between the working ages of 19-64.” Dr. McGuire goes on to say that contrary to popular belief, cosmetic surgery isn’t exclusively for the rich anymore. Many middle, working class Americans are able to afford and take advantage of the many cosmetic surgery options out there.

New Jersey is the only state in the union to tax cosmetic procedures and surgeries. Since its enactment in 2004, the state’s Department of Taxation has reported a 59% shortfall in anticipated revenues. Eight other states have considered these types of taxes but have rejected them.

The bill clearly states the tax is only to be levied on elective procedures but Dr. Renato Saltz, president of the ASAPS contends that the distinction between elective and reconstructive surgery isn’t always clear.

Bookmark and check often with the Florida plastic surgery blog at AccentMD for any information concerning the current healthcare proposals working their way through Congress and its effects on cosmetic surgery.

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Research Indicates Botox Provides Chronic Pain Relief

Wednesday, November 18th, 2009

Botox injections – that famous facial wrinkle treatment – has shown to be an effective solution for those suffering from chronic pain according to recent research presented at the just concluded American Society of Plastic Surgeons conference in Seattle.

Although not approved by the FDA for that purpose, Botox has shown to provide relief for chronic back pain and other common ailments. Logically, it makes sense since the drug’s main purpose prevents facial muscles from contracting, which is what causes facial wrinkles.

Ordinarily, people treat chronic pain with medication, heat therapy, exercise or massage. In the recent experiments, 8 patients received Botox injections each month for 9 months.

All 8 of them reported significant pain reduction lasting up to 17 months.

Watch the short news clip below from the Plastic Surgery Channel to learn more.


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New Injectable Facial Wrinkle Filler Technique Improves Patient Comfort and Recovery

Friday, October 30th, 2009

We’re always on the lookout for new plastic surgery techniques we think would be a good fit for our Florida plastic surgery center in Gainesville…we want to find innovative ways to give you that new look you’re looking for with as little pain as possible.

So we were delighted to learn about a new injection technique to remove facial wrinkles pioneered by plastic surgeons at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas that’s outlined in this month’s issue of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery.

Basically, the new technique involves mixing lidocaine with facial wrinkle filler injections which immediately minimizes pain. Surgeons can immediately begin administering facial wrinkle fillers without having to wait for the effects of traditional anesthesia to kick in. Not only does this facial wrinkle filler procedure save time on the front end, it also makes recovery quicker and less painful.

The injection technique provides an immediate numbing effect by mixing 2% lidocaine with hyaluronic fillers like Restylane and Radiesse.

Dr. Rod Rohrich, chairman of plastic surgery at UT Southwest has been using this combination for around two years now and explains how it’s more and more becoming the norm. Popular hyaluronic fillers like Prevelle and Hydrelle are beginning to include the lidocaine mixture as part of their FDA approval.

Cosmetic surgery procedures like this have remained strong despite the ongoing recession. Botox injections are up 8% and hyaluronic fillers are up 6% this year according to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS).

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