As the winter chill comes in and Arctic blasts hit North America, you might not be considering what you look like. Winter season is when we bury ourselves in heavy jackets and thick sweaters, concealing much about our appearance. But, winter weather is also a great time for plastic surgery.
If you have not considered having your plastic surgery done in the winter, Dr. Pirani has 5 reasons why you should have it done then.
The Sun
The first reason why plastic surgery is better in the winter is because of sun exposure. Sutures and raw skin especially should not be exposed to […]
While a lot of attention is given to breast augmentation surgery, there seems to be less conversation about breast reduction surgery. In fact, breast reduction surgery does not just alter the appearance of your body, but it can benefit your physical health. Here’s what you should know.
Why Have A Breast Reduction Surgery?
A breast reduction surgery is typically recommended for patients with large breasts that have begun to experience symptoms of pain due to them.
Larger breasts can be excessively heavy, pulling your chest, shoulders, and even neck forward as your body struggles to balance it. The extra weight can affect what […]
If you have been concerned about hollow or lax cheeks, you might have considered getting a cheek augmentation. But what is the procedure and what does it really do?
What Is It?
To begin with, cheek augmentation is a procedure that adds volume to increase the fullness of your cheeks. In some cases, the loss of volume over time due to aging can cause the skin around the cheeks to begin to sag. In other cases, patients may have lost a lot of weight, including in their face, leaving lax, sagging skin behind. These concerns can be corrected with a cheek augmentation.
Dermal […]
Fillers have recently become one of the most popular non-surgical forms of cosmetic surgery. This procedure has been the answer for many patients who desire facial rejuvenation, but are reluctant to go forward with a facelift or any other more involved type of surgical procedure. We are going to take a look at what fillers are and how they can help achieve facial rejuvenation.
What Are Fillers?
To begin with, let’s go over what facial fillers are. Fillers are made up of hyaluronic acid, which is a naturally-occurring substance in your skin. The fillers are then injected under the skin to fill […]
Male breast reduction surgery is the best treatment for gynecomastia. Gynecomastia is a condition where a man’s breasts become enlarged, typically due to a hormone concern or genetics. Male breast reduction surgery is a procedure that will remove the fat and excess tissue to restore you to a flatter and more masculine appearance.
Why Have Surgery?
Men might choose to have male breast reduction surgery for any number of reasons, but some of the most common include:
Weight loss: Sometimes when losing weight, men might notice that there is still excess glandular tissue remaining, despite losing fat in other locations. This will become […]
As the possibilities of aesthetic or cosmetic surgical procedures have become more advanced, the popularity of such procedures has increased. In fact, the amount of plastic surgeries has nearly doubled over the last 10 years.
Aesthetic procedures have become more accessible as well, making them easier than ever to obtain and to recover from. But what are the most common aesthetic surgical procedures performed?
1. Breast Augmentation
Breast implants have been around for decades, but their popularity has increased. There are two types of breast implants used: saline and silicone. Silicone is the more popular choice, because the results feel more natural than […]
While Botox has taken the cosmetic surgery world by storm over the last few years, there are other wonderful and helpful products that are available as well. One of these is Restylane. Restylane is often incorrectly mentioned along with Botox, as if it is a comparable product.
So what is Restylane and what can it do for you?
What Is Restylane?
To begin with, let’s go over what Restylane is. Restylane is a dermal filler, meaning it is a substance that is injected underneath your skin to fill in a space. Like other fillers, Restylane is made up of hyaluronic acid. Hyaluronic acid […]
While rhinoplasties, also known as nose jobs, are commonly used to correct aesthetic concerns that patients have, that is not the only reason to get one. In fact, there are other benefits that you can get from a rhinoplasty, including correcting any breathing problems your nose might be causing you.
A rhinoplasty procedure that is done to correct more than aesthetics is known as a functional rhinoplasty. Having difficulty breathing is not just frustrating, but it can be detrimental to your health.
Causes
Restricted breathing in your nose can be caused by a few different things that can be corrected using plastic surgery. […]
If you have noticed sagging or loose skin around your neck, often referred to as “turkey neck,” then you might want to consider the possibilities of a neck lift surgery. This procedure, also called a cervicoplasty or platysmaplasty, removes and tightens loose and excess skin under and around your neck, leaving you with a smoother and firmer appearance.
A common concern about a neck lift procedure is what the recovery will look like. Dr. Pirani will address these concerns at your consultation appointment, but this is what you should know.
Immediately After
Immediately following a neck lift, you will likely leave with a […]
While women are more commonly associated with plastic surgery treatments, the truth is that they are just as beneficial to men as they are for women.
No one should have to live in a body that they are not completely comfortable with. If you have been wondering what plastic surgery options are available for men and what men prefer to have done, here are the most common plastic surgery procedures that men choose.
Eyelid Rejuvenation
Men, just like women, experience the signs of ageing around their eyes. A common complaint among men as they age is the loose hanging skin, falling over the […]
