tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-784201730481765137Fri, 26 Feb 2010 23:07:13 +0000http://www.awholenewme.com/blog.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Kevin L. O'Brien)Blogger185125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-784201730481765137.post-7586956849220840515Fri, 26 Feb 2010 23:05:00 +00002010-02-26T18:07:13.211-05:00Sutures are usually removed within seven to eight days following facelift surgery. The initial dressing and small surgical drains are removed one or two days after facelift surgery. Showering and hair shampoo are permissible at this time.http://www.awholenewme.com/2010/02/are-there-stitches-with-facelift-and.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Mandy W.)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-784201730481765137.post-8093798586215459525Wed, 24 Feb 2010 17:25:00 +00002010-02-24T12:26:32.585-05:00As cosmetic procedures go, facelift surgery is not a particularly painful operation. In selected patients it may be performed as an outpatient and pain controlled with oral pain medications. Head elevation and application of ice compresses are helpful in the postoperative period to reduce discomfort, swelling and bruising. Severe unremitting pain following facelift surgery may be due to a http://www.awholenewme.com/2010/02/how-much-pain-is-associated-with.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Mandy W.)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-784201730481765137.post-2037161978507867494Tue, 16 Feb 2010 18:47:00 +00002010-02-16T13:49:22.514-05:00As with many cosmetic surgery procedures the length of recovery for liposuction will be different from patient to patient. Most patients can expect of have some bruising, which may last up to a few weeks. Patients are usually sore and state like they feel they have overdone it at the gym. Prolonged periods of standing should be avoided in the first week but walking and a return to slow treadmill http://www.awholenewme.com/2010/02/what-is-recovery-after-liposuction.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Mandy W.)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-784201730481765137.post-5405871301082929760Mon, 15 Feb 2010 17:45:00 +00002010-02-24T12:28:58.962-05:00In the majority of cases, tummy tuck surgery is not covered by insurance. If a patient has an underlying hernia or weakness of the abdominal wall, insurance may provide some reimbursement. Tummy tuck surgery is often performed in combination with other procedures such as hysterectomy or urinary bladder surgery. In these types of cases, insurance will often pay for portion of the hospital and http://www.awholenewme.com/2010/02/will-my-insurance-cover-my-tummy-tuck.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Mandy W.)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-784201730481765137.post-6653774407857524270Wed, 10 Feb 2010 18:27:00 +00002010-02-10T13:29:20.116-05:00Yes there are scars after a facelift. All surgical procedures produce scars but some are less noticeable than others. Dr. Linderman minimizes scars by locating them in existing wrinkles, using small sutures and handling the tissues gently to obtain the best healing.http://www.awholenewme.com/2010/02/are-there-scars-after-facelift.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Mandy W.)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-784201730481765137.post-7965496657908799007Tue, 09 Feb 2010 22:17:00 +00002010-02-09T17:19:16.124-05:00Exercise is discouraged for two weeks after facelift surgery due to the associated rise in blood pressure and possibility of bleeding and bruising. Sutures are usually removed within seven to eight days of surgery. Shampoo and showering are allowed after dressing and drain removal in twenty four to forty eight hours postoperatively.http://www.awholenewme.com/2010/02/can-i-exercise-after-facelift-surgery.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Mandy W.)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-784201730481765137.post-3957540445120664644Wed, 03 Feb 2010 20:06:00 +00002010-02-03T15:08:55.465-05:00There are four incisions that are currently employed in breast augmentation surgery. Every surgeon has his preferences and there are theoretical advantages and problems with each approach. In order of popularity the incisions are inframammary (breast fold), periareolar (around the areola), transaxillary (armpit), and transumbilical (around the umbilicus.The inframammary incision is direct, http://www.awholenewme.com/2010/02/where-are-different-places-on-body.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Mandy W.)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-784201730481765137.post-3384520596606398489Tue, 02 Feb 2010 18:37:00 +00002010-02-02T13:40:40.887-05:00A full tummy tuck begins with an incision above the pubic area that extends between the hipbones. Dr. Linderman then makes a second incision to separate the navel from the underlying tissue. He then separates the skin pulls it up to the level of the ribs. He then pulls the abdominal muscles together and stitches them into position. The navel is then relocated and stitched into place. Dr. http://www.awholenewme.com/2010/02/tummy-tucks-remove-excess-fat.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Mandy W.)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-784201730481765137.post-6166208978368131986Wed, 27 Jan 2010 16:05:00 +00002010-01-27T11:08:27.887-05:00Dr. Linderman and his supportive staff made my decision of having breast augmentation confident in choosing him as my surgeon. They answered all my questions regarding breast augmentation which made me even more at ease. His approach of recovery after surgery made little to no downtime after my surgery. I am a single mother to a five year old and I was up the following day doing activities with http://www.awholenewme.com/2010/01/breast-augmenation-testimonial.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Mandy W.)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-784201730481765137.post-5517238959802048410Mon, 25 Jan 2010 22:06:00 +00002010-01-25T17:10:35.636-05:00Liposuction is not a procedure to lose weight but can be an effective adjunct for body contouring procedures in post bariatric surgery patients. Good candidates for surgery have achieved a stable ideal body weight and should have a Body Mass Index of less than 35. Liposuction allows the reduction and thinning of redundant tissue to allow better excision and contouring. With thinner and more http://www.awholenewme.com/2010/01/liposuction-for-post-bariatric-surgery.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Mandy W.)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-784201730481765137.post-613803588166170541Thu, 14 Jan 2010 17:32:00 +00002010-01-14T12:34:45.452-05:00Rectus diastasis is a widening of the space between the two large vertically oriented rectus muscles of the abdominal wall. This occurs to some degree in all women after pregnancy. It is not a true hernia but can result in a bulge or protrusion of the abdomen. In most tummy tuck procedures, the widening is corrected by suturing the rectus muscles back together. This protrusion may be confined to http://www.awholenewme.com/2010/01/what-is-rectus-diastasis.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Mandy W.)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-784201730481765137.post-3868486273910947773Thu, 14 Jan 2010 17:19:00 +00002010-01-14T12:21:30.684-05:00Implants come in both round and anatomic or more oval shapes. A majority of my patients achieve excellent results with round implants. Over time and with the effects of gravity most implants assume a tear drop shape if capsular contracture is avoided. Anatomic implants are either textured or silicone gel type implants. It is my feeling that textured implants have a higher incidence of leakage. http://www.awholenewme.com/2010/01/implant-style-round-or-anatomic.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Mandy W.)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-784201730481765137.post-7367896060082413780Thu, 07 Jan 2010 16:26:00 +00002010-01-07T12:02:25.018-05:00breast augmentationSeveral studies comparing the incidence of breast cancer in women with breast implants against non-implanted women and there was no statistical difference in the two groups. Women having breast augmentation DO NOT have a higher risk of breast cancer.http://www.awholenewme.com/2010/01/does-risk-for-breast-cancer-increase.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Mandy W.)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-784201730481765137.post-3057511766160576097Tue, 05 Jan 2010 19:01:00 +00002010-01-07T10:43:53.659-05:00breast augmentationCapsular contracture is the development of inelastic scar forming around breast implants. This scarring can produce hardening of the implants, displacement and in some cases pain. Surgery may sometimes be necessary to remove or release this scarring. Implant placement of the breast implants underneath the chest wall muscle does decrease the overall incidence of capsular contracture.http://www.awholenewme.com/2010/01/what-is-capsular-contracture-after.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Mandy W.)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-784201730481765137.post-2379019506810807971Tue, 05 Jan 2010 17:46:00 +00002010-01-07T12:03:32.858-05:00liposuctionA well-proportioned fit figure is the goal for many people today. However successful improvement in problem areas can be difficult despite strict diets and exercise. For those seeking a better figure, circumferential body contouring may be the answer.Circumferential body contouring is an innovative cosmetic surgery technique which combines traditional body contouring methods such as liposuction http://www.awholenewme.com/2010/01/what-is-circumferential-body-contouring.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Mandy W.)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-784201730481765137.post-4380051525712552010Wed, 30 Dec 2009 17:33:00 +00002010-01-07T10:45:56.539-05:00breast augmentationIn most cases the size of patient’s breasts can be altered by changing implant size and dimension. Normally I encourage my patients to wait a minimum of six months before making decisions to alter implant size. Rarely will a patient request smaller implants. In planning breast augmentation surgery, I make every effort to meet my patient’s expectations and produce the size breast they desire. Withhttp://www.awholenewme.com/2009/12/can-i-change-size-of-my-breasts-after.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Mandy W.)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-784201730481765137.post-7213569036143172553Wed, 30 Dec 2009 17:29:00 +00002009-12-30T12:33:00.424-05:00Choosing a board certified plastic surgeon recognized the American Society of Plastic Surgeons assures you that your surgeon has completed an approved residency in plastic and cosmetic surgery and has passed both oral and written examinations to certified his competence in this specialized field of surgery. Ask your surgeon these simple questions. Is his board certified by The American Board ofhttp://www.awholenewme.com/2009/12/why-is-it-important-to-find-board.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Mandy W.)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-784201730481765137.post-6242127557349143388Wed, 23 Dec 2009 22:41:00 +00002009-12-23T17:44:51.749-05:00All of my patients are instructed in my 24 Hour Recovery Regimen, which greatly reduces postoperative pain and speeds recovery. Following breast augmentation, patients have pain from chest wall muscle spasm. By immediately starting a series of muscle stretching exercises, this discomfort can be greatly reduced and patients may return to everyday activities very quickly. Please read more about http://www.awholenewme.com/2009/12/steps-to-minimize-pain-after-breast.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Mandy W.)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-784201730481765137.post-3005164282662446001Wed, 23 Dec 2009 22:21:00 +00002009-12-23T17:40:29.623-05:00Breast implants can be placed either subglandular (behind the breast tissue and on top of the chest wall muscle) or subpectoral (underneath the chest wall muscle). Both approaches have advantages and disadvantages but in the majority of patients, I prefer the subpectoral position due to the lower incidence of capsular contracture and easier performance of mammograms. Some patients may have http://www.awholenewme.com/2009/12/breast-implant-placement-subglandular.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Mandy W.)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-784201730481765137.post-1531529871020702743Thu, 17 Dec 2009 21:01:00 +00002009-12-17T16:06:18.646-05:00The Food and Drug Administration determines what drugs and medical devices can be released for use in the medical marketplace. It also determines how this drugs and devices are classified and what are their indications for use. Breast implants are one such medical device. Currently the FDA permits use of both saline and silicone gel breast implants for cosmetic and reconstructive indications. Gelhttp://www.awholenewme.com/2009/12/breast-implants-and-fda.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Mandy W.)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-784201730481765137.post-6259188715936742395Wed, 16 Dec 2009 16:14:00 +00002009-12-16T13:03:23.587-05:00It is my policy to obtain a baseline mammogram on all women 35 and older and those with a strong family history of breast cancer. When having a mammogram, breast augmentation patients should tell their radiologists so additional views can be taken to better examine the breasts. Mammograms should be performed at the same intervals and age as recommended by their family physicians.http://www.awholenewme.com/2009/12/how-will-breast-augmentation-surgery.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Mandy W.)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-784201730481765137.post-217060050003488986Fri, 11 Dec 2009 19:52:00 +00002009-12-11T14:55:17.952-05:00To prepare for your Breast Augmentation surgery, carefully follow the pre operative instructions supplied by Dr. Linderman and avoid medications such as aspirin, herbal supplements, and ibuprofen for two weeks before your surgery. If you have questions about a particular condition or medication, please call the office. Do not have anything to eat or drink after midnight the night before surgery.http://www.awholenewme.com/2009/12/how-do-i-prepare-for-my-breast.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Mandy W.)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-784201730481765137.post-489831792106914870Tue, 08 Dec 2009 16:55:00 +00002009-12-08T12:05:44.836-05:00Probably the most significant changes in breast augmentation surgery are the surgical technique changes to reduce capsular contracture and the development of a more cohesive silicone gel to decrease or eliminate gel migration with rupture. Electrocautery dissection almost eliminates bleeding and when combined with a no touch technique of implant handling and early postoperative stretching http://www.awholenewme.com/2009/12/new-advances-in-breast-augmentation.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Mandy W.)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-784201730481765137.post-7725101896748913201Thu, 03 Dec 2009 21:22:00 +00002009-12-03T16:23:53.567-05:00With Breast Augmentation, additional surgeries are not anticipated but are sometimes required due to complications such as infection, bleeding, capsular contracture, implant malposition and implant deflation. Occasionally patients may request additional surgery to alter the size of the implants.http://www.awholenewme.com/2009/12/are-there-any-additional-implant.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Mandy W.)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-784201730481765137.post-6489370113461787207Thu, 03 Dec 2009 21:09:00 +00002009-12-03T16:13:05.508-05:00Breast Augmentation surgery can be broken down into the following steps: Preoperative planning and marking of incisions and size of implant. Anesthesia and surgical prep. Initial incision Surgical dissection of pocket Achieve hemostasis Pocket Irrigation and Placement of Implant Final determination of size and symmetry Incision closure and application of dressing and support bra.http://www.awholenewme.com/2009/12/what-are-steps-of-breast-augmentation.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Mandy W.)