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Understanding the Limits to Plastic Surgery

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cosmetic surgery on a girlThere is one statement you’re likely to hear from the mouth of nearly every plastic surgeon practicing today: manage your expectations.

Having unrealistic expectations about what’s possible with the help of cosmetic surgery is the first mistake most patients make. The truth is, plastic surgery has its limits.

It’s true: plastic surgery does have the potential to help you feel happier about yourself and your body. However, it should not be viewed as an end all be all cure to your problems.

Plastic surgery cannot…

… Make you more popular.

… Fix your love life.

… Make you a completely new person.

… Land you a new job.

… Solve all your weight problems.

… Make you look 20 years younger with one procedure.

Plastic surgery should be pursued only if you are doing it for yourself. Too many people opt to change their bodies hoping that they’ll be able to impress the world or become a whole different person on the inside.

Plastic surgery can…

… Help you to feel more confident in your own skin.

… Minimize the signs of aging.

Before you consider going under the knife, take a good look at your motivations. Are you doing this because you want that extra boost of confidence and security in your own skin? Or are you pursuing a surgical solution for deep-seated psychological concerns that really can only be healed with time, patience, and determination?

If you feel confident you’re interested for all the right reasons, contact a plastic surgeon in Las Vegas at 702.410.9800 today to schedule a consultation.

 

Get Kissable Lips with Lip Injections for Valentine’s Day

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kiss me conversation heartLip Injections

With Valentine’s Day right around the corner, romance is at the forefront of most minds. Sweethearts are buying gifts, making reservations, and planning how to look their absolute best for the people they love.

If you’re in that same frame of mind, you’re probably looking for that added beauty boost to take your love’s breath away. You can ensure that kisses are at the forefront of his mind with a quick lip injection to make your lips irresistibly beautiful, symmetrical, and luscious.

With a lip injection, your lips can be…

… more symmetrical from side to side.

… more balanced. The bottom lip will be more full than the top and both lips will be more full in the middle than the sides.

… more defined with a clear and proportional lipstick line.

… more defined with a clear Cupid’s bow.

Of course, there are a number of different options for you if you are considering a lip injection to achieve truly kissable lips for Valentine’s day. To schedule a consultation to see what your options are, contact a skilled plastic surgeon in Las Vegas today.

Understanding the Limits of Plastic Surgery

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Understanding the limits of plastic surgery

Many people maintain a belief that plastic surgery will be the key that unlocks their unlimited potential. However, this isn’t always the case. By understanding that there are, in fact, limits to the powers of plastic surgery, you can enter into a commitment to change your body armed with rationality and clearheadedness.

The Facts

plastic surgery trendsA study published on JAMA Facial Plastic Surgery aimed to determine the empirical value of facial plastic surgery procedures studied fifty independent viewers that were shown the before and after photos of 49 people who had undergone procedures such as face lifts, brow lifts, and/or eyelid surgery.

According to the study, there isn’t usually that drastic of a difference between a pre-procedure face and a post-procedure face to a neutral observer. The study determined that, on average, people who’ve undergone facial procedures only look about three years younger than they did before.

*Keep in mind that this study only included the before and after pictures of people who had relatively simple “touch-up” procedures done. This study did not include patients who had undergone major reconstruction.*

Of course, what ultimately matters most is how you feel about yourself. If you are unhappy with your appearance, you have the right to make a change. You should feel comfortable in your own skin. Contact Reynolds Plastic Surgery at 702.410.9800 today to schedule a consultation with a Las Vegas plastic surgeon and discuss the you you desire to be.

Understanding Teenage Plastic Surgery

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If you can recall your own teen years, remember that these times are filled with angst, melodrama and distaste in one’s self-image. Because this is the case, it can be hard to take your teen’s requests for plastic surgery in Las Vegas seriously.

However, there are cases in which plastic surgery is actually a viable option. The only way to be sure is to evaluate the situation against the four M’s.

sad teen girl wanting plastic surgery las vegasMotivation

Why is your teen considering plastic surgery? Is it for his or her own personal gain? Or, is the decision being pressured by peers, a personal relationship or you? Before you consider moving forward, be sure that this decision is one solely from your child and that he or she is fully committed to the change being considered. Remember to discuss the permanence of the procedure at hand.

Mentality

How well does your teen understand plastic surgery? Is it understood that the procedure is considered permanent? Is it understood that the procedure is not going to make your teen instantly popular? Make sure that your teen has realistic expectations about the procedure before you proceed.

Maturity

Be sure that your teen has reached physical maturity before you consider a plastic surgery procedure. Surgically altering the body before it has fully developed can lead to disastrous complications in the future. The best way to confirm maturity is to take your teen for a full physical to ensure that growth has stopped.

Mindfulness

Check to see if your teen understands that plastic surgery is not glamorous. They are choosing to undergo a surgical procedure that involves incisions, recovery, pain and possible complications. Do a bit of research with your teen to ensure that they are mindful of the ins and outs of plastic surgery before both of you agree that it is a wise idea to go under the knife.

Facts to Consider

In addition to the four M’s, there are a couple of facts that you want to consider to ensure that your teen is safe should you allow plastic surgery in Las Vegas.

  • Nearly 114,000 plastic surgeries were performed on people between the age of 13 and 18 in 2013, according to the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery.
  • Plastic surgery is considered more risky in teens because they rarely understand the short term and long term aspects of the surgery they are asking for.

If your teen is seriously considering plastic surgery, schedule a consultation with one of the Las Vegas plastic surgeons at Reynolds Plastic Surgery. These professionals are dedicated to providing the best possible care for you and your teen. For more information about plastic surgery in Las Vegas, contact 702.410.9800.

What is the Ideal Breast Shape?

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As much as everyone likes to promote the idea that all women should love their bodies just how they are, science seems to have proven that there is a “perfect” breast shape. As a woman, you may be able to agree with this if you feel a level of discontent with the current shape of your breasts.

The Perfect Breast

There are many characteristics to the perfect breast. The shape and droop of the breast are the most important. While size does come into play, this is a characteristic that depends more on preference than science.

The first characteristic of a perfectly shaped breast is the droop. A breast that is firm and perky is preferred over a saggy or somewhat deflated looking breast. In a woman with smaller breasts, the droop will not create much of a crease under the breast. In a woman with larger breasts, the crease is necessary for the implants to maintain a natural look.

The Breast Ratio according to ASPS

The second characteristic, shape, can be calculated by a ratio that allows plastic surgeons in Las Vegas to create perfect breasts every time. This ideal ratio is 45:55, according to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons.

The first number in the ratio indicates the percentage of the breast tissue that should be above the nipple. The second number indicates the percentage of the breast tissue that should be below the nipple. Furthermore, the nipple should point upward at a slight angle of about 20 degrees.

While this ratio is being used as the basis for design in aesthetic surgery, these are not strict criteria. These numbers can be adjusted to meet your specific needs. Just discuss your needs with your plastic surgeon to ensure that the end result is one that you want.

The Proof

Las Vegas plastic surgeons did not stumble upon this ratio by chance. Surveys were taken using photographs of women with breasts of various sizes. The images were altered so that the breast ratios would be consistent throughout the images.

The results were astounding. Nearly 1,400 people were surveyed. Of this sample, 90 percent of the men preferred the images of women with a breast ratio of 45:55. This ratio was also preferred by 87 percent of women younger than 40 and 94 percent of plastic surgeons. Additionally, this breast ration was most preferred by all the racial/ethnic groups surveyed.

These results offer a stark contrast to the idea that men prefer breasts that look large and overfilled. Whether the trend was a misconception or is just falling out of favor, the proof is in the pudding: Men and women alike both prefer perky, but natural looking breasts.

You can also have natural and perky looking breasts with the help of Las Vegas plastic surgeons. Schedule a consultation with the friendly professionals at Reynolds Plastic Surgery. The surgeons here will help you to truly understand breast augmentation so you can decide if this is a procedure you would like to pursue. For more information about breast augmentations in Las Vegas, call 702.410.9800.