“I know that my goal to have flawless not baggy eyes will not be as good as I hope but it is the direction I want to head in. So just wondering if this surgery is my best one. I am only 32 and I look tired and rundown all the time.. Lord knows makeup doesn’t help and I am …
Q&A: I Would Love a Botox Brow Lift, Would This Work With My Age And Features?
“Hello & thanks so much in advance for your great advice – I really appreciate it! So basically, I’d really love to get a Botox brow lift. I use SPF90 daily, have no wrinkles I wish to treat, but I’ve always wanted higher & fuller brows with a more defined arch, and for the past 8 years, I’ve been trying …
Q&A: Is it Possible To Surgically Remove Artefill?
“I am trying to find a doctor who has surgically removed Artefill because I have a lump in my tear trough area from the product (.40cc under each eye). My oculoplastic surgeon is willing to remove it, but needs to know what to expect, i.e. consistency, technique, etc.”, asks a RealSelf user “Use a transconjuctival approach”, explains Aristocrat’s certified surgeon …
Q&A: How Long To Wait After Surgery For Breast Implant Removal?
“I recently had breast implants but ever since I got back from the hospital I hated them, how long after the operation would I have to wait to have them removed and not replaced?”, asks a RealSelf user. “You should have a discussion with your surgeon regarding the reasons why you would like to have the breast implants removed.”, explains …
Q&A: Is Botox Safe To Get If I Have Reumatoid Arthritis?
“Is Botox safe to get if I have rheumatoid arthritis? I am currently taking methotrexate two times weekly and humira injections every other week. Please advise.”, asks Susan, a RealSelf user “Dear Susan, there are no known adverse events due to interaction between Botox injections and rheumatoid arthritis medications such as metthotrexate. Moreover, it is safe for patients with rheumatoid …
Q&A: Tummy Tuck And Breast Augmentation Still Possible With Protein S Deficiency?
“I want and got a protein S panel done and my doctor was kind of confused… 1) my protein S activity is 30 out of range. Normal is 60-140. 2) my protein S free is 29 out of range. Normal is 64-131. 3) my protein S antigen is 61 out of range. Normal is 70-140. Does that mean I have …
Q&A: How Can I Get A Brazilian Butt Augmentation With Little Fat?
“OK, so I’m in my late 20s, one child, and a fairly slim shape.”, explains a RealSelf user. “I want a Brazilian butt augmentation, but I need some fatty tissue. I do not want implants. Please help me.” “It is difficult to specifically comment on your body without at least pictures.”, explains Aristocrat’s certified surgeon Dr. Kevin Tehrani, M.D., F.A.C.S …
Q&A: Are Permanent Sutures Necessary When Using Strattice In A Breast Augmentation Revision?
“Are permanent sutures necessary when using Strattice in a breast augmentation revision“?, asks a RealSelf user. “I prefer the use in long lasting absorbable sutures with Strattice. The idea is that Strattice will get incorporated before the suture is completely absorbed. That obviates the need of permanent sutures. While this is a decision for your surgeon you may want to …
Q&A: What Does Artefill Look Like?
“What does Artefill look like?”, asks a RealSelf user. ” So I know I’m getting the real stuff, what does the packaging look like?” “Artefill is an opaque gel.”, answers Aristocrat’s certified surgeon Dr. Kevin Tehrani, M.D., F.A.C.S. “Artefill comes in a single use syringe (0.8cc) and is an opaque gel which is mixed with lidocaine for added comfort.” If …
Q&A: Is It Possible To Get A Fat Transfer Into Breasts To Create Fullness Instead Of Implants?
“Rather than getting and implant along with a breast lift, is it possible to get a fat transfer into the breast to create fullness?”, asks a RealSelf user. “I would like to have fat transferred to my breasts. I have lost weight and along with that my breasts lost most of their fullness. I want to have fat removed from …