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Use Your Tax Refund to Get That Procedure You’ve Been Wanting

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breast reconstruction in Las Vegas Tax season is over, your taxes are behind you, and you were lucky enough to get a tax refund. Now what do you do with it? Buy that new phone? Take a vacation? Go on a shopping spree? Or get plastic surgery?

Studies have shown that about 29% of people will use their tax refund this year to get a cosmetic procedure. Here’s a list of how you can put your refund to work for you!

Non-invasive treatments

If you don’t have too much extra money lying around, the good news is, you can do several things for cheap! These are all around $100. Just be sure your doctor is board-certified before beginning.

  • Fight acne with a salicylic peel. By the next day, your skin should have a smoother and nicer texture. It looks like a real-life photoshop job!
  • Get a body wrap. This only takes 45 minutes, and has been known to take off inches!
  • Get a facial. The most simple of facials can lighten your sunspots. You’ll love the results.

If you have a little extra money lying around, say, $500, these treatments may be right for you:

  • Reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles with a Botox injection. This may also be used to treat migraines and excessive sweating.
  • Treat sun damage or redness with a photofacial. This should clear your skin of brown spots or redness and give your skin a beautiful, even color. It will even make your pores look smaller.

If you were one of the lucky ones who got a $1000 refund, consider the following options:

  • Get rid of your unwanted body hair or facial hair with some laser hair removal. You will love the results, and love the time it saves you on getting rid of that hair every day!
  • Get rid of that pesky tattoo you’ve been regretting for years. After one procedure, you’ll notice a 25% difference in the darkness of your tattoo!

Surgeries or Other Procedures

If you got a cool $5000 refund, consider these options:

  • Get Smartlipo and watch your fat cells blast away! You’ll love your new look instantly.
  • Liposculpture is another great way to treat problem areas such as saddle bags. It will send your confidence levels through the roof.
  • Fix your crooked teeth with Invisalign. Your teeth will look more beautiful and perfect, and you will love your smile for years to come!

There are many great ways you can use your tax refund, but if you’ve just been dying to get that cosmetic procedure done, now’s your chance! Use your money to make it a great year with a new look for you. If your confidence is up, you’ll be happier, and you’ll feel better! Talk to us for a consultation on what procedure may be right for you. If you want a tummy tuck in Las Vegas, you’ll love our kind, competent, and trustworthy doctors. Before undergoing any procedure, be sure to talk to a doctor first.  You’ll be glad you did!

Noninvasive Procedures vs Plastic Surgery

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plastic surgeon in las vegasMany people wish to have cosmetic improvements to their appearance without the invasive problems that come with plastic surgery. But how do these compare with the option of plastic surgery? This article will discuss.

Noninvasive procedures

 

Noninvasive procedures capable of improving our appearance are obviously appealing. These procedures are usually associated with minimal to even no downtime, and also require minimal to no anesthesia. By contrast, surgery is associated with at least some recovery or downtime and generous anesthesia.

For many people a noninvasive procedure is the most sensible, pain-free option. Before undergoing a noninvasive procedure, however, there are some things you should consider.

  • Noninvasive procedures are still associated with side effects, some discomfort, and possible even some downtime.
  • Noninvasive procedures may require several rounds of treatment to get to their maximum effect, while plastic surgery can usually be completed in one procedure
  • The cumulative downtime and cost of multiple noninvasive procedures may outweigh the benefits. Plastic surgery may be more beneficial in these cases.

For a noninvasive procedure to be the most effective, it needs to alter the body in some way. So, even if there is no surgery involved, it will still affect the body. Take botox for example. This temporarily paralyzes a muscle in order to obtain its effect. Chemical peels and lasers damage specific ells in order to exert their effects. While none of these require surgery, they all selectively damage or alter the body in a way to obtain a cosmetic result. Each of these may result in swelling, bruising, or pain.

Plastic surgery

Plastic surgery, thought it may seem more invasive upfront, may actually be a better choice in the long run. While it may require more downtime initially, you will see immediate results. After your swelling and bruising have gone down, you will see a significant and sizeable difference in the composition of your body once it has been completed. You will likely not have to go in for subsequent treatments, and you will find yourself spending less downtime and money in the long run in order to look the way you wish to look. While noninvasive procedures may seem more appealing to patients, they must consider that they are not free from their limitations or the downtime involved. It is important to consider both options before undergoing a procedure.

In our world today, with ever-advancing technology in surgeries and all other areas, it is no surprise that more and more procedures are being developed every day to help increase the world of plastic surgery. Hopefully, one day, there will be something created that will include the downtime of a noninvasive procedure, and the results of plastic surgery!

Before undergoing any procedure, bet it noninvasive or otherwise, be sure to understand what will happen before, during and after the procedure. Talk to your doctor for a consultation about what is right for you. A board-certified surgeon will be able to tell you exactly what you can expect. Be sure to find a doctor you trust.

Understanding the Face-lift Procedure

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facelift in las vegasA face-lift is the most extensive way to reduce or fully remove the appearance of wrinkles and sagging of the face that may be caused by age. This article will help explain the face-lift procedure and what you should know before you decide to have it done to you.

What is a face-lift?

As mentioned before, a face-lift is a surgical procedure that removes or reduces the appearance of wrinkles on the face. In times past, when the face-lift was first introduced to the cosmetic arena, the skin was literally lifted off the face so skin and tissues beneath it could be tightened, and the skin would subsequently be re positioned smoothly over top of the face. This is still done today.

What happens during the procedure? 

Before undergoing this procedure,  you will be sedated either through an intravenous line or general anesthesia. After this, the surgeon will make an incision that starts in the temple and circles around the top and front of the ear. The skin is raised up, and the muscle and tissue underneath is tightened. The surgeon may find fat and skin that should be removed at this point. Following this, the skin is then redraped over the face and the incision is closed. It typically falls along the hairline or in a place where the skin would normally crease, so the scarring will not show after surgery.

What is to be expected following surgery?

After surgery, your face will be bandaged. These bandages are usually removed after 1 to 2 days. There may have also been a drainage tube placed in your face after surgery and that will be removed at the same time as well.

Your doctor may also prescribe medicines to relieve the pain after surgery. You should expect swelling and bruising of the face. Cold compresses and ice should relieve these side effects. Doctors will also advise to avoid smoking because tobacco smoke increases risk for skin and tissue death and will make scarring even worse.

After 2 to 3 weeks, most people can return to their normal activities.

How well does this procedure work?

Having this procedure can make your face look younger and healthier. There is no escaping aging, but a face-lift is known to “take years off” your face. It may increase your self-confidence and reduce anxiety over growing older. However, it cannot reverse sun damage or remove all facial wrinkles. For best results, you may want to have skin treatment along with a face-lift.

This procedure is a great one to undergo if you feel you need a boost to your confidence and your self-image afterward. As with any cosmetic surgery, this is a medical procedure and you should always consult your doctor before undergoing any surgeries. Be sure your doctor is board-certified, and always make sure you know all the facts before you begin.  If you’re looking for a facelift in Las Vegas contact us today for a consultation.

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Tummy Tuck Procedure

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Facts about the Tummy Tuck procedure

Many people suffer from the inability to tighten the excess skin or weight around their abdomen area.  This may be due to aging, heredity, or even pregnancy. These patients may desire a procedure to surgically remove this excess skin. Those who desire a tummy tuck may hope they are candidates for a “mini” tummy tuck, which has a shorter scar. Unfortunately many people are not candidates for this mini procedure, because of where they carry that extra skin. This article will explain more about this procedure.

Who is a candidate for this procedure?

The ideal candidates for this type of procedure are those who carry most of their weight below their belly button. This is likely to be seen in women who have been pregnant multiple times. The reason for this is that the abdomen expands largely in the lower portion when pregnant.

This procedure is also typically recommended for those patients who are in good health, but have plateaued with diet and exercise. These techniques can only work so well, and will not usually get rid of excess skin. Those who want this procedure done should not have excess fat above the belly button.

Another thing to consider is that if you plan to lose a significant amount of weight, this procedure may not be right for you. The incisions and tightening of the skin may not do well with large fluctuations in your weight, so keeping it at low level is the best way to ensure that your surgery is most effective.

What type of scarring occurs with this procedure?

In this type of procedure, an incision is placed below the belly button. This is done in the exact same place as a full tummy tuck, but the incision is much shorter. In a full tummy tuck the incision and scar stretches all the way around to the hips, which is necessary in order to remove upper abdomen skin. In a mini tummy tuck, the incision only stretches across the front of the lower abdomen.

In a full tummy tuck, so much skin may be removed that a repositioning of the belly button will likely be necessary. In a mini tummy tuck, this is not needed, which is another reason why patients may desire this procedure over the full one.

Before undergoing either one of these procedures, be sure your doctor is a certified member of The American Board of Plastic Surgeons. The board approves both procedures, and if your doctor is certified, you can be assured that you will have better care.

If you’re looking for a mini tummy tuck, visit our office for a consultation. You may desire this type of procedure, but you may not be the best candidate. However, most patients, if not good candidates for the mini procedure, will be able to qualify for the full one instead. This procedure can remove that excess skin you’ve been carrying around, and make you feel lighter, healthier, and happier. Talk to your doctor about getting this procedure today.

Endoscopic Brow Lifts

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endoscopic brow lift Technology has provided many advances in all different types of surgical procedures. One of these new technologies, called the endoscope, has been the key development in this trend. It helps surgeons in nearly every specialty, which includes plastic surgery. With this new technology comes a less invasive procedure.

How do I know if I’m a candidate for this procedure?

Surgeons examine the face as a whole to better determine which procedures should be put into place to create the most balanced natural appearance. When evaluating the face for any procedure, the face is typically divided into three zones: face/neck, brow, and eyes. As these techniques and technologies advance, the analysis of the face became more complex and changed relationships between these zones. If a brow lift is being considered, the upper region of the face will be examined, as well as the face and neck to determine what effects the procedure may have. Just because a brow can be raised does not mean it should be. Consider the following if you wish a brow surgery to be done:

  • Your brows are low from heredity or from changes associated with aging
  • You wish to improve the symmetry of your eyebrows
  • You wish to change the shape of your eyebrows
  • You wish to remove the static wrinkles from your eyebrows
  • You wish to decrease the function of muscles in the brow that cause dynamic wrinkling.
  • You wish to remove excess skin from above your eyes

How is this procedure done?

A scope with a xenon light is the most commonly used endoscope. This will provide a small incision size that is very minimal comparatively. It will also provide adequate light to see what is being done underneath the instrument. A wide variety of instruments are used in this procedure.

Several small incisions are typically made just behind the hairline. This is then done to lift the skin above the brows just enough to improve their appearance. If one has a high hairline or is balding, the incisions or scars can be well placed within a forehead crease.

Fixation may be required in order to keep the brows in place. This type of procedure simply means that titanium screws can be placed in the hairline to hold the skin and bones in place. However, these procedures can be done and successful without fixation, but are far less predictable.

As with any medical procedure, be sure to consult your doctor before you undergo this surgery. While less invasive with the endoscopic tools, it may still be very painful post-op. Talk to your doctor to see if you are a good candidate, and to learn more about the procedure and techniques associated with this surgery. This surgery is approved by the American Board of Plastic Surgery and can be very successful in creating that beautiful, high-brow look you are going for.

Reynolds Reconstruction can help you with your Endoscopic Brow Lifts in Las Vegas. Contact us today to learn more.