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Top 3 Cosmetic Surgery Questions Answered by Dr. Franklyn Elliott

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The duties of a cosmetic surgeon go far beyond just performing surgical procedures. As a double board-certified plastic surgeon with over 35 years of experience performing cosmetic procedures, I firmly believe patient education is one of the most important parts of my job. It’s also one of the most enjoyable parts. That’s why I’m always willing to answer questions I receive from patients about cosmetic surgery procedures I perform. This week I’m answering questions about three of my most in-demand cosmetic surgeries: rhinoplasty, arm lifts, & tummy tucks.

atlanta top plastic surgeonQuestion #1: Can rhinoplasty provide benefits other than altering the size of my nose?

Absolutely. Although it is commonly-known as a way to alter the shape and size of a patient’s nose to create a more symmetrical facial contour, rhinoplasty (or nose surgery) can provide benefits for a wide variety of nasal issues. Rhinoplasty can help patients smooth out visible humps or depressions on the bridge of the nose, as well as provide an improved contour for nostrils that are that are too large, wide or asymmetrical. For certain patients, rhinoplasty can also provide medical benefits including treating a deviated septum and other breathing issues.

Question #2: How long do the results of an arm lift typically last?

Results can vary from patient to patient, but the results of an arm lift can often last for many years. Aging may lead to some natural skin laxity in the arms over time, though it will be far less significant than what you experienced before your procedure. Other factors like significant weight fluctuation or pregnancy after your arm lift can negatively affect your results as well.

Question #3: Can a tummy tuck be used to get rid of stretch marks?

Body contouring procedures like tummy tucks that involve the removal of skin can help reduce stretch marks, but it depends where on the body your stretch marks appear. A tummy tuck can help eliminate stretch marks below the belly button. Excess hanging skin and stretch marks on your hips or thighs can potentially be treated with an additional procedure like thigh lift surgery.

The more a patient knows and understands about their cosmetic surgery options, the better prepared they will be to find the procedure to help them achieve the rejuvenated new look they desire. For more information or to schedule a plastic surgery consultation today, please contact me, Dr. Franklyn Elliott. You can also follow me on Facebook, Twitter, and Google+ for more plastic surgery news, photos, and updates.

Health Benefits of Common Cosmetic Surgeries

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When many people hear the words “plastic surgery”, improving one’s appearance is typically the first thing that comes to mind. And while it may be true that the primary goal for the majority of my plastic surgery patients is to rejuvenate their appearance and improve their self-esteem, cosmetic surgery certainly has the ability to offer so much more. In my experience, certain cosmetic surgery procedures can also provide tremendous health benefits to a wide variety of patients. Allow me to explain:

Health Benefits of Common Cosmetic SurgeriesTummy Tuck

The tummy tuck is consistently one of the most popular cosmetic surgery procedures in the US. This is largely due to its ability to create a flatter, more toned stomach by tightening the abdominal muscles and removing loose skin and fat from the abdomen. But a tummy tuck can provide a number of medical benefits too. By repairing the abdominal wall, a tummy tuck can treat ventral hernias and even prevent future ones. Tummy tucks can also treat symptoms of stress urinary incontinence in certain patients. Lastly, a tummy tuck can potentially improve a patient’s posture by tightening weak abdominal muscles.

Rhinoplasty

In addition to improving the size, shape or general appearance of the nose, a rhinoplasty can also have considerable medical benefits. Many patients have breathing issues from a condition known as a deviated septum, in which the bone and cartilage that divide the nasal cavity in half is crooked or off-center. Rhinoplasty can be used to treat nasal blockage inside the nose and improve a patient’s breathing, which can have an immense impact on their overall health and wellness.

Breast Reduction

Most of my breast reduction patients hope to address aesthetic concerns, but it’s also common for some women undergo breast reduction procedures to help feel more comfortable in their bodies. Larger breasts are heavier, creating excess stress and strain on the neck and back. This can lead to considerable back and neck pain, as well as posture issues. Additionally, the constant pull of larger breasts can lead to painful indentations from bra straps on a woman’s shoulders. Breast reduction can make life more comfortable by reducing this strain.

Regardless of why you choose your respective plastic surgery procedure, I believe that cosmetic surgery can provide tremendous relief for patients. But the added perks of these and many other procedures are certainly something to keep in mind when weighing the possibility of cosmetic surgery. If you are interested in learning more about cosmetic surgery and all its potential benefits, please contact me, Dr. Franklyn Elliott, to schedule a plastic surgery consultation today. You can also follow along with us on Facebook, Twitter, and Google+ for more plastic surgery tips and information.

American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery Releases 2016 Statistics

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The American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS) just released their new plastic surgery statistics for 2016 and they included a number of facts that I found intriguing. To start, Americans underwent nearly 2 million plastic surgery procedures last year, meaning cosmetic surgery is more popular than ever. This was not only true for widely known procedures like liposuction and breast augmentation, but for a number of other relatively less common that can provide real benefits to patients including thigh lifts and eyelid surgery.

American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery Releases 2016 StatisticsTo give you a quick overview of their new findings, here are a few additional stats that I found particularly interesting:

  • Liposuction was the most commonly performed procedure for both women (369,323 procedures) and men (45,012 procedures).
  • 658,547 of the nearly 2 million cosmetic surgery procedures performed in the US last year were breast surgeries. Meaning, 1 out of every 3 cosmetic procedures was a breast augmentation, breast revision, breast reduction, breast lift, or breast implant removal.
  • Cosmetic surgery is growing exponentially with senior patients. Surgical procedures for men and women 65+ have increased by 58% over the last five years.
  • 17,869 thigh lifts were performed last year. This marks a 5.5% increase from 2015 and a more than 500% increase since 1997.
  • Smaller breasts remain very in-demand. Breast implant removal procedures increased by 13.4% and breast reductions saw an 8.8% increase.

I always love to read through these surveys. Combining knowledge of the latest insights with decades of performing cosmetic and reconstructive procedures allows me to better help today’s patients improve their appearance and self-confidence. To learn more about whether plastic surgery is right for you, schedule a consultation with me, Dr. Franklyn Elliott. Or, for more plastic surgery tips and healthcare information, follow me on Facebook, Twitter, and Google+.