“I went to a physician’s office inquiring about Artefill. I had done my research and knew that a skin test is done 4 weeks prior to product use. However, the “filler consultant” said that she would know if I had an allergy in about 20 seconds. After waiting a couple minutes she said my test wasn’t reactive. I had an …
Q&A: Does It Look Like I Am A TummyTuck Revision Candidate?
“I am 1 year post op, i am unhappy with my results, my tummy is still full and I have skin i can grab when even ever so slightly bent over. I do understand that with my stretch marks that my skin quality is poor but i have quite a bit of extra skin that hangs when bent over/sitting. My …
Q&A: How Many Sculptra Procedures Make for an Expert Injector?
“My board certified plastic surgeon said that he has done about 30 Sculptra clients, and they have all turned out very well. Is that an adequate number of patients for me to feel confident? He has done Restylane for me and the results were great.”, asked a RealSelf user. “All ExpertInjectors™ are board-certified plastic surgeons, facial plastic surgeons, dermatologists and …
Q&A: Which is the Best Brand of Silicone Sheeting for Keloid Scars After Breast Augmentation?
“I have pretty bad bumpy and red keloids under my breast folds and am getting implants removed along with the keloids. Do heavy implants have any effects on the keloids? For prevention, I am going to put sheeting onto the new scar, so was wondering which brand is preferred if I want to order silicone sheeting? I will probably order …
Q&A: Compression Socks Vs SCD Device?
“I’m excited to be getting my tummy tuck and BBL next year but I have concerns. My chosen doctor doesn’t use a SCD device during surgery. I was advised by the nurse to buy my own compression socks and wear them 2 days prior to my surgery day, during the surgery and while recovering.Is this sufficient to prevent DVT? My …
Q&A: I Have an Indented Scar on My Forehead, What Treatments Do You Suggest?
“From a childhood accident, it runs diagonally upward from my left eyebrow. Can this be improved? I would prefer laser treatments over surgical, but if better results are realized from a surgical approach I would opt for that. Regards.”, asks a RealSelf user. “Fraxel Re Store may be a an option. You will require several treatments spaced 4-6 weeks apart …
Q&A: What Should I Do About my Eyes and Nasolabial Folds? Fillers or Surgery?
“I had Restylane done to my eyes in August. It is now October (2 months later) So my eyes are looking a BIT better but I still have indentations underneath my eyes / hollowness. As for my folds, they seem to be the bigger issue. Should I stick with fillers or should I start saving up for surgery?”, asks a …
Q&A: Should I Get a Mini Tummy Tuck or a Full Tummy Tuck?
“I would like to get a Full Tummy Tuck, but I can really only afford a Mini Tummy Tuck. (I am also getting a Brazilian Butt Lift) Do you think a mini tummy tuck will make my stomach flat, and will I have nice results? I have saggy skin below my belly button, but also fat in my upper abdomen… …
Q&A: Do I Need a Breast Lift with BA and Can I Just Have a Mini Tuck?
“I am debating on adding the breast lift with my breast augmentation due to the breasts being slightly tuberous. Can I just do a high profile b.a. and not the lift? I am a 34AA right now and might do a 300cc under the muscle. Also, I’ve attached a picture of my stomach….I am 115lbs. with just some skin hanging …
Q&A: Areola Reduction And Nipple Correction?
“When my nipples are not erect, the size/puffiness of my areolas creates a droopy/deflated appearance to my breasts (particularly my right breast which is smaller). Also, my right nipple is different in shape/size from my left nipple (elongated/rectangular vs. circular). I have considered breast augmentation in the past, but I think just addressing the size of my areolas/shape of my …