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Making The Most of Your Liposuction Consultation Appointment

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doctor-exams-womans-stomachThere is no way to oversell the importance of a plastic surgery consultation appointment for anyone interested in rejuvenating their appearance with a cosmetic procedure like liposuction. While some patients may consider their consultation a bit of a formality, this could not be further from the truth. A consultation before liposuction is essential to better understanding your surgery, different options and techniques, what results you can expect, and much more. Which is why I thought it would be helpful today to reinforce what patients can do to get the most out of their liposuction consultation appointments.

Like any other plastic surgery procedure, the liposuction process begins with finding a board-certified plastic surgeon with considerable experience performing liposuction to consult with and ultimately perform your procedure. Once this is done, it’s time to focus and prepare for the consultation appointment itself. While the conversation can be free-flowing and touch on many areas that patients may not have even thought of, having certain high priority questions prepared can be incredibly helpful. This ensures that nothing especially important will be left unanswered before the procedure has taken place. I would personally recommend making note of the following questions:

  • What steps should I take to prepare before my surgery?
  • Where will my liposuction surgery be performed?
  • Can I have liposuction performed on multiple areas of my body at once?
  • What should I expect from my post-liposuction recovery process?
  • When will I be able to see the final results of my liposuction and how long will they last?
  • How much post-surgery scarring will I experience after liposuction?
  • Will my liposuction procedure be performed under general anesthesia or other types of numbing?
  • Are there any potential risks and complications associated with my procedure that I should know about?
  • Do you offer plastic surgery financing or any other kind of payment assistance?

Liposuction is typically a safe, simple, and highly effective plastic surgery procedure. But having these questions in mind and fully preparing for your consultation appointment can help ensure the best possible experience from your procedure. For more information on liposuction or to schedule your plastic surgery consultation today, please contact me, Dr. Franklyn Elliott. Don’t forget that you can also connect with me on Facebook for additional plastic surgery tips, videos, news, and more.

Do Breast Implants Last Forever?

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The old adage “nothing lasts forever” is also true when it comes to plastic surgery as well. Over the years, I’ve spoken with so many patients who want to know how long their plastic surgery results will last. And while I’d like to say forever, this is rarely the case due to natural aging and other changes that the body experiences over time. However, that doesn’t mean that plastic surgery results aren’t meant to last long-term. In the case of breast augmentation surgery, breast implants can last quite a while. But just how long is quite a while? Allow me to explain.

The lifespan of breast implants can depend on a variety of different factors. This includes the size of the implants, their shape, and the material (both of the implant exterior and filling). On average, breast implants retain their ideal condition for anywhere between 10 to 20 years after the augmentation procedure has taken place. However, this can vary. It’s normal for breast implants to slightly shift in the years following surgery, leading to natural wear and tear. Although breast implant complications are very rare, issues like capsular contracture or implant rippling can become more common over time.

For more information on breast implants and how long they can last, I discuss this topic in more detail in the video below:

In the case that there is an issue with breast implants in the years after an augmentation procedure or when patients desire a change, I perform breast revision surgery to help correct any issues patients may have. I take pride in being able to answer questions like this for my patients who have done so much to help me be named a Top Doctor in Atlanta for so many years, including once again for 2024. For more information on breast implants or to schedule a plastic surgery consultation appointment, please contact me, Dr. Franklyn Elliott. You can also connect with me on Facebook for additional tips, videos, news, and more.

Getting To The Bottom of Common Tummy Tuck Myths

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doctor-checks-womans-waistKnowledge is an incredibly powerful tool for anyone considering plastic surgery. And in the case of cosmetic surgery procedures like tummy tuck surgery, having good dependable information is very important for patients. Learning about a tummy tuck before a plastic surgery consultation can go a long way towards knowing if this is indeed the right treatment option for your specific aesthetic needs. In the internet age, it can sometimes be difficult to tell fact from fiction, depending on the source. This is why I thought it would be helpful to take some time to discuss a few common myths about tummy tuck surgery in an effort to explain what it can do for patients.

Myth #1: There is Such a Thing As a Non-Surgical Tummy Tuck

This is a myth. The results of tummy tuck surgery cannot be achieved or replicated with non-surgical treatments, medications, supplements, or any other potential alternatives. That’s because there is no other option that can safely repair a stretched abdominal muscle and credibly remove loose, stretched skin like tummy tuck surgery can. Some patients with more modest aesthetic goals may benefit from mini tummy tuck surgery.

Myth #2: There Are Ways To Speed Up Your Recovery After a Tummy Tuck

This is false. The tummy tuck recovery period is not something that can be rushed. Doing so can jeopardize your body’s ability to properly heal after your surgery, as well as the long-term body contouring results of the tummy tuck. While there are things like wearing compression garments that can aid in recovery, it’s important to be patient and follow your plastic surgeon’s post-surgery instructions closely. In the long run, you’ll be happy you did.

Myth #3: A Tummy Tuck Will Require a Hospital Stay

Like many other cosmetic surgery procedures, a tummy tuck can be performed in a hospital, in a designated surgery center, or as an outpatient procedure. Depending on your unique needs, the type of tummy tuck procedure you undergo, and the specifics of your surgery, an overnight hospital stay might not be required. However, we will discuss all the options and factors at length during the pre-surgery consultation appointment.

My goal of a post like this is to help patients who are currently considering tummy tuck surgery to gain a better understanding of their surgery and more confidence in its ability to help them. I am proud to be there for my patients who have done so much to help me be named a Top Doctor in Atlanta for so many years, including once again for 2024. For more information on tummy tuck surgery or to schedule a plastic surgery consultation appointment, please contact me, Dr. Franklyn Elliott. You can also connect with me on Facebook for additional tips, videos, news, and more.

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