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The visible structure of the ear is primarily made of cartilage, a stiff type of tissue that is rigid enough to hold a shape but still flexible, unlike bone. When this type of tissue is subject to injury, it may become deformed and misshapen in a condition known as cauliflower ear. Combat athletes like wrestlers are the most likely individuals to develop cauliflower, ear because of the consistent friction they experience against the side of the head. If you are suffering with the embarrassment of cauliflower ear, you may benefit from otoplasty (ear reshaping) surgery to reform the tissue.
Results of surgery are typically natural-looking, because the surgical incision is made behind the ear. The doctor may shape the ear either by removing excess cartilage or folding and stitching it, depending on the size and desired shape of the ear. One or both ears can be altered with otoplasty for patients of any age. In fact, the surgery is highly customizable, so almost any transformation of the ears is possible when you visit a plastic surgeon that has the artistic capability to produce aesthetically pleasing results.
Cauliflower ear does not tend to interfere with auditory functioning, so choosing to get surgery is a cosmetic decision. However, patients with this condition are usually suffering from self-consciousness, and surgery is an excellent solution to smooth and sculpt the ears. The surgery is a low-risk procedure performed on an outpatient basis with a relatively short recovery time. Over-the-counter pain medications are usually sufficient to manage any discomfort after surgery.
For more information about ear reshaping, schedule a consultation at Beverly Cosmetic Surgery Institute. Contact us by calling (512) 444-2274 or visit our website to determine your surgical options.
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You may be able to use exercise to slim down and achieve overall tone in your body, but sculpting those feminine curves can be difficult. Fortunately, there are several procedures that can give you the flattering silhouette you desire. If your workout routine isn’t providing the body you want, you may be a good candidate for the surgeries listed below:
1. Buttock Implants: A round and buxom backside is a feature that few women are blessed with naturally. Fortunately, buttock implants can be a suitable solution. Solid silicone implants are inserted through easily disguisable incisions made just under the crease where the cheek meets the thigh. The implants may be placed above or below the gluteus maximus muscle, depending on which will be the most natural-looking for the patient.
2. Breast Implants: There are many options for breast implants that can give you a beautiful final result. Using the TUBA incision leaves no visible scars while offering a quicker recovery than other methods of breast augmentation. Many patients choose to combine breast implants with liposuction in other areas to give them curves in all the right places with just one surgery.
3. Tummy Tuck: The abdomen becomes harder to sculpt with age, because the muscles become stretched and weakened. This is especially true for women who have had children and are also suffering with sagging skin. A tummy tuck removes excess fat from the abdomen and pulls the skin tight for a toned and smooth look.
See if these procedures are right for you by scheduling a consultation with Dr. Driscoll of Beverly Cosmetic Surgery Institute. We use the latest surgical techniques to ensure the best results with the easiest possible recovery. Learn more about our services on our website or by calling (512) 444-2274.
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Would you like to learn more about facial cosmetic surgery and breast augmentation? If you want to improve the appearance of your face or body for the new year, you might enjoy reading through these resources.
- The American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery has a fantastic resource for those interested in face lifts.
- Read through this overview from the American Society of Plastic Surgeons to learn more about nose surgery.
- Visit the official U.S. Food and Drug Administration website to learn whether or not breast implants are right for you.
Beverly Cosmetic Surgery Institute specializes in a wide variety of cosmetic solutions to help you feel happy and healthy in your own skin. Call us at (512) 444-2274 to learn more about what our practice can do for you.
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With so many women turning to breast augmentation to enhance their bodies, it’s no wonder that celebrity talk shows are taking note. This video covers one of the most popular breast augmentation techniques, transumbilical incision—which involves inserting the breast implant by the way of the navel.
This clip from Queen Latifa’s talk show features a testimonial from a fellow staff member named Solo Rubenstein who recently underwent the procedure. After Solo gave birth to a baby, she found that her breast size decreased and chose breast enlargement surgery to feel sexy once again. Watch the video for before and after pictures that truly display what a difference the breast implants made for both her body and her confidence.
Contact Beverly Cosmetic Surgery Institute to learn what transumbilical breast augmentation can do for you. Our experienced cosmetic surgeon, Dr. Driscoll, provides a variety of surgical solutions. Call (512) 444-2274 for more information.
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Breast augmentation helps women adjust the shape and size of their breasts to get the body they desire. Yet many shy away from this life-changing procedure due to fear of scarring. Fortunately, there is a new incision technique known as trans-umbilical breast augmentation. This a less-invasive option, where breast implants are inserted through the navel and then maneuvered into position. This approach has several advantages over traditional incision methods, including:
Also known as the “no scar seen” approach, performing the breast enlargement through the navel eliminates the torso and breast scarring that often accompanies traditional surgery. Instead of telltale scars located in a visible position, there is only a tiny and inconspicuous scar inside the navel.
This advanced technique gets you out of surgery and back on your feet much more quickly. With minimal incision required, some procedures take as little as an hour to perform! Faster surgery means that you’ll spend less time under anesthesia, which minimizes the risk of complications.
Because the procedure is less invasive than traditional procedures, recovery time and post-surgical pain is dramatically diminished. Some patients may recover twice as fast under trans-umbilical augmentation over other methods. The chances of bacterial infection are also greatly diminished, as there is a smaller incision. Post-operative wound care is mitigated or eliminated with trans-umbilical breast augmentation.
Trans-umbilical methods mitigate the difficulties some women experience with breastfeeding after traditional breast augmentation. With this technique, the breast tissue, nerves, and milk ducts are less likely to be damaged or displaced.
With trans-umbilical incision methods, you can more fully enjoy your breast augmentation. At Beverly Cosmetic Surgery Institute, Dr. Driscoll provides patients with no visible scarring, less pain, and faster recovery times. Learn more by calling (512) 444-2274 today!
