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Beware of Bargain Plastic Surgery

editor2 — Mon, 28 Jun 2010 16:00:37 +0000

Beware if you’re looking for discounted plastic surgery—there is usually a catch, according to a recent posting on AOL’s Stylelist website. The article warns consumers of bargain plastic surgery, citing everything from billboards advertising “bargain boob jobs” in California to an ad near Clearwater, Florida touting “$8 Botox” injections.

While some are just marketing ploys other “bargains” could be at the cost of safety. “To get the cost down, they could be cutting back on things like general anesthesia. They make you feel like the procedure must be easier and not so serious if you’re just getting local sedation. Nothing could be further from the truth,” says Long Beach, Calif., plastic surgeon Dr. Marcel Daniels.

Another cosmetic surgery trend, according to Stylelist, is that doctors who studied a different branch of medicine, such as gynecology, are performing plastic surgery procedures.

“Many physicians not trained as plastic surgeons can legally perform a surgical procedure in their office. These people often claim that they can do the same procedure as a plastic surgeon under local anesthesia and may even claim they are more scientifically advanced,” says Beverly Hills plastic surgeon Dr. John Anastasatos. “The truth is that they don’t have surgical privileges at hospitals and surgery centers because they simply are not surgeons and never trained as surgeons.”

How do you avoid these plastic surgery pitfalls? Research your doctor to make sure he or she has plastic surgery training. Consumers can check any doctor’s board certification for free at the American Board of Plastic Surgery website. Another red flag, according to the article: a lack of before-and-after photos.

Dr. Leff is a board certified plastic surgeon who practices in the Bellevue, Washington area. His website contains a before and after photo portfolio of his work.

The full article, “‘Free’ Plastic Surgery: The Dangers of Bargain Breasts and Botox” is available on Stylelist.com. (Photo by Aaron Gruenert, courtesy of Stylelist.com)

Breast Implants in Bellevue – What Are Your Choices?

webmaster — Mon, 16 Mar 2009 18:48:55 +0000

Since the FDA has approved silicone breast implants safe for use in the United States, many women have more options for breast augmentation than they did ever before. Saline implants have been widely used for many years now for basic breast augmentation – with good results, however, under certain circumstances some women were allowed to have silicone implants until their universal approval in November of 2007.

Silicone breast implants offer the benefit of feeling more natural, weighing less – which reduces the chance of ptosis – and do not ripple when bending over. This has been a major complaint of saline implants for some time. However, saline implants have the benefit of requiring a smaller incision and in some cases are able to be place through the belly button, reducing the chances of a visual scar.

Safety has often been a question of concern for women seeking breast augmentation with regards to their implant choices. Both Saline and Silicone have been extensively studied over the past decade for their rate of rupture, capsular contracture, studies on breast cancer, auto immune deficiency syndrome and overall affect on the human body. In fact, the silicone breast implant has been studied more and tested more than any FDA approved drug and medical device on the market today.

The two major manufactures of breast implants in the US are the Mentor Corporation and Allergan. Both companies provide a complete list of options in their breast implants choices – from high profile to low profile to smooth round to contoured textured. The options may seem confusing for women seeking breast augmentation, however, during the consultation visit most of these questions can be addressed with the surgeon.

The fact the there are a multitude of choices now for breast implants, women should take the time to research their options prior to scheduling their surgery. If you are wishing to know more about breast augmentation and your breast implant choices please contact Bellevue Plastic Surgeon, Dr. Michael Leff for your free consultation.

Plastic Surgeon – Board Certification – Bellevue, WA

webmaster — Fri, 29 Aug 2008 18:25:29 +0000

Dr. Michael Leff

Many patients ask the question, “What is a board certified plastic surgeon, and why does it matter?” This question confuses a lot of people as there are so many super specialties and certifications in the field of cosmetic plastic surgery. Board certified plastic surgeon is reserved for those surgeons who have gone above and beyond the training necessary to be licensed practitioner of plastic surgery by the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS). In order for any plastic surgeon to be board certified they have to undergo more than six years of surgical training and experience with at least three years specifically targeting plastic surgery. This intense training makes them uniquely qualified to perform cosmetic and reconstructive surgery.

Dr. Michael Leff of Overlake Plastic Surgeons, is board certified with the American Society of Plastic Surgeons and can help you make an informed decision on the benefits and limitations of cosmetic plastic surgery.

Contact Bellevue Plastic Surgeon, Dr. Michael Leff to schedule your free consultation today.