When an Orange County plastic surgeon tells you not to smoke prior to a surgery, it is with your best interests in mind. The reason they ask you to work towards quitting at least two weeks before your plastic surgery and hold off smoking through recovery and healing is because of the negative impact smoking has on your healing. Smoking impacts the body’s natural blood flow by restricting the vessels. Therefore, when you are cut open and the skin and muscles are asked to reattach, especially in a new location, there can be inadequate and prolonged healing that occurs. This leads to a large number of infections that occur post-surgery because of the effects smoking has had on the patient’s body over their lifetime.

Each patient is opting for elective plastic surgery in order to improve their appearance. Newport Beach plastic surgeons are simply trying to communicate the seriousness of causing unnecessary complications during the procedure and healing thereafter. Smoking will only bring on infections and unattractive skin scarring.

Newport Beach plastic surgeon, Milind K. Ambe, MD, is an ABPS board-certified plastic surgeon.  For more information on the effects of smoking or to schedule an appointment for Orange County plastic surgery, contact Dr. Ambe’s office at (949) 759-5539.

• Prediction: Increase in economy will lead to increase in cosmetic procedures.

Result: This proved to be true in both 2010 and 2011.

• Prediction: Both men and women will continue to seek cheaper plastic surgery regardless of the risk.

Result: It proved to be true and probably continue into 2012 as the prices of procedures are actually being slated to go up by 20%.

• Prediction: Facelifts and facial procedures will be on the rise.

Result: This is actually true but for male patients. There was a sharp increase in their interest and going through with the rejuvenation in 2011.

Plastic surgery is a means to correct congenital, developmental and aesthetics incongruities. Both men and women utilize these surgical and non-surgical procedures in order enhance their appearance. Plastic surgeons in Newport Beach observe the predictions in order to prepare themselves with the knowledge and skills needed to perform these surgeries.

Newport Beach plastic surgeon, Milind K. Ambe, MD, is an ABPS board-certified plastic surgeon. To schedule an appointment for Orange County plastic surgery, contact Dr. Ambe’s office at (949) 759-5539

Saline implants are filled with sterile saline solution, and typically the implant is filled after it is inserted into the body during a breast augmentation. This type of implant is available to women ages 18 and older who are having the procedure. In the past, they were criticized for having an unnatural feel; however, modern surgical techniques which place the implant behind the chest muscle are helping them to feel more natural.

Silicone implants are filled with a silicone gel. This feels much more like human fat, giving the new breasts a more natural feel. They are available to women ages 22 and older.

Although in Newport Beach, liposuction is often associated with mommy makeovers, this cosmetic procedure isn’t just for moms; it’s for dads as well. After all, in our modern society, dads are just as likely to neglect themselves due to focusing on raising their kids. In doing so, moms and dads not only abandon workout regimens, but also tend to gain additional weight as a result of on-the-go routines that don’t allow for much time other than satisfying basic sustenance. The results of which can lead to health concerns as well as a decrease in self confidence. Now that the kids are gone, take a renewed interest in getting fit, not only to boost your confidence in your appearance but also because you deserve to look and feel your best.

If you are interested in Orange County plastic surgery, Dr. Ambe at Newport Beach Plastic Surgery has years of experience. Contact him today for a free consultation.

It is better to trust an experienced plastic surgeon like Dr. Ambe to work his magic on crows’ feet and laugh lines than risk your health and beauty.

One In-Home device, Palovia Skin Renewing Laser, can be purchased at its website for just shy of $500. When this device arrives in the mail, the recipient can follow the instructions to apply a special gel to the region before zapping the skin around each eye. Even though it’s approved by the FDA, novice mistakes could cause damage.

Also approved by the FDA for avid DIYers are laser hair removal systems, microdermabrasion skin polishers, light therapy kits, serum infusers and dental whiteners that supposedly brighten with an extra vengeance. Many critics have reviewed these products,  and they believe that although the products work to some extent, the results do not compare to the results you get when you go to a professional. When it comes to health and beauty, sometimes it is better to trust those who have been to medical school and who do these procedures on a daily basis.

For more information on Orange County plastic surgery, contact Milind K. Ambe MD at Newport Beach Plastic Surgery.

The location of the incision and the type of surgery will dictate the type of suture used. Sometimes Dr. Ambe uses dissolvable sutures, but those that are not dissolvable will need to be removed 7 to 10 days post-surgery. Sometimes the incision is covered with steri strips. These provide pressure and promote proper healing, so leave them in place until your doctor removes them.

After about 2 to 4 weeks, you should start treating your incisions at home with a high quality skin care product designed to promote scar healing. You will find many of these on the market, but Dr. Ambe specifically recommends his own skin care line scar treatment called Eye Lift Gel. Designed specifically for those undergoing Orange County facial rejuvenation, this product contains ingredients that promote collagen growth and help scars mature and heal faster than they could on their own or with traditional treatments.

When asked about his product, Dr. Ambe said, “Consistent use of Ambe Eye Lift Gel for approximately 6 to 12 months following surgery has proven extremely beneficial for scar healing and desirable surgical results.” Patients can purchase this product through Dr. Ambe’s website or at his clinic.

Orange County Facial Rejuvenation

As far as trends in the industry, people are starting to look at more invasive procedures, like breast augmentation, as the economy is starting to improve. According to Dr. Ambe, “We are getting more and more calls about surgical options rather than injections and other non-surgical treatments, and I believe this is because people are starting to get back to work and have a little money to spend.”

New innovations are always happening in the field of plastic surgery. Innovations like the newly approved cohesive gel implants, which give breast augmentation patients a more natural look with less risk of leaks, are gaining ground and popularity. New incision sites are also improving patient satisfaction with this common surgery, as they are making it harder and harder to spot scarring. Other innovations include minimally invasive procedures, like radio frequency ablation or ultrasound therapy, which can trim and tone without an actual surgery.

Of course, while surgeries are making a comeback, less invasive treatments, like Botox for instance, still have plenty of fans. People are still choosing these less invasive options when they will work well, but are also deciding to go ahead with the surgeries they have been putting off. According to Dr. Ambe, “The bottom line is that people want to look great, and now more than ever they have a wide range of options to do so. My goal for each patient who comes to my Newport Beach Plastic Surgery center is to find the best possible procedure, be it surgery or something simpler, to help them reach their unique goals.”

Liposuction permanently removes fat cells from the areas treated. This means that the fat cells cannot “grow back.” However, if you fail to maintain good fitness after liposuction, your body can produce more fat cells, and your existing fat cells can become bigger. Either way, you will gain weight.

To maintain your results, focus on portion control in your diet. Add more fruits and vegetables to your diet, so you have less room for fattening foods. Eat whole foods as much as possible, including whole grains and non-white starches. Not only will this help you maintain your shape, but your body will also thank you by having increased energy and overall health.

Exercise is also vital to maintaining your results. Two weeks after your Newport Beach liposuction surgery, you can usually begin light exercise. This might include walking or other low impact exercises. Walking is one of the best exercises after liposuction, and Dr. Ambe usually recommends short walks even the day after surgery. After four weeks, plan to return to your normal workout routine. Focus on being active every day to maintain your results.

Remember, liposuction permanently removes fat cells, but it does not lead to permanent fitness. Just as you were working to be fit before surgery, you will need to continue to do so after. If you are consistent, you will maintain your results and your trim new figure.