“A
NEW FUTURE --- THROUGH COSMETIC PLASTIC SURGERY”
Thomas John Zaydon, Jr., M.D., F.A.C.S.
Approximately 8
million people yearly have cosmetic plastic surgical procedures.
This attests to the important physical, emotional,
and economic benefits in today’s society.
Today, cosmetic surgery is generally very acceptable and
more affordable than in years past. Feeling good about the
way one looks allows for an improved self-esteem and a more
confident approach to your future.
With
modern technology, more effective results can be achieved
with minimal down time. Furthermore, a recent study at the
Mayo Clinic has shown that cosmetic surgery can actually
be a factor for increasing one’s life span. Wellness can
certainly be enhanced by improving one’s appearance, further
prompting an individual to a healthier lifestyle – through
proper diet, exercise, and better control of stress situations.
There is certainly a mind-body connection that is shown
by the marked psychological benefit resulting from improvement
of one’s appearance.
Two
applicants apply for a position – both have equal job experience
and similar experience backgrounds. One presents a pleasant
facial appearance and is very well groomed; the other similarly
experienced, however, does not present as pleasing an appearance.
Who gets the job? Almost invariably the individual who presents
a better appearance will obtain the desired position.
In
today’s highly competitive business world one must do all
in their power to achieve. You can get an educational background,
have proper grooming of your hair, and dress in good taste,
but in today’s world one can go a step further to enhance
their career by presenting their best possible appearance.
For example, if your nose is not in proper balance and harmony
with your other facial features, this can readily be changed.
If your face was showing the effects of gravity, a rhytidectomy
would be of benefit in this situation.
We live in a highly
sophisticated world in which there are many options available
to reshape various parts of our body. Indeed, if anyone
has a particular feature that concerns them, be it a problem
with your figure, small breasts or very large breasts, a
very prominent abdomen, or areas of prominent fat deposits,
newer procedures are available to avail one of a correction.
The
aging face. Aging is inevitable for us all. Sunken lines
of the face, especially about the cheeks, forehead, mouth,
and eyes, are amenable to correction. However, the facial
appearance of extended aging triggers the word “retirement”
in the view of many employers.
Furthermore,
as we age the face tends to lose its triangular contours
as jowls develop, with squaring of the features. Folds develop
between the nose/cheek area, and fatty tissue tends to drop
inferiorly away from the cheek area. This may be compounded
by rough brownish skin changes.
We
should bear in mind that it is often not the loss of specific
skills or professional ability, but the appearance of an
aging face, poor posture, or slow gait, that can often trigger
in an individual into loss of employment.
Rhytidectomy
(correction of the aging face) can be effectively carried
out under local or general anesthesia as an outpatient or
with a very brief hospital stay, and often, with only five
or six days away from work may be adequate.
Blepharoplasty
(eyelid correction). Some individuals may, at a relatively
early age, develop fullness or dark circles such as “are
you tired, did you get enough sleep, or aren’t you feeling
well?” This correction is readily performed as an outpatient
under local anesthesia with minimal down time.
Rhinoplasty
(corrective nasal surgery). Your nose has the most significant
impact on your overall facial image. A prominent or misshapen
nose will often cause an onlooker to focus on the nose alone,
often losing site of attractive eyes, lips, or other features.
In
the average rhinoplasty procedure a prominent hump is removed,
the nasal bones are narrowed, a bulky nasal tip is refined,
and, often slight shortening performed. The exact correction
must be tailored specifically to the patient’s existing
anatomy together with their unique desire and what will
best enhance their overall facial appearance.
Very
often after corrective nasal surgery significant personality
changes occur. A somewhat shy, quiet individual may become
more outgoing and talkative, leading to a better overall
lifestyle. Needless to say, this is generally accomplished
by a psyche for a brighter future.
Body
contouring. Many aspects of our body can be very markedly
improved. Small breasts can be enlarged, large pendulous
breasts can be minimized, and a prominent abdomen can be
reduced. These procedures can all be fine-tuned with fat
suction (liposuction) of selective areas. All are aimed
at producing a more pleasing body shape.
Conversely, deep creases and depressed areas in various
parts of the body can be improved by soft tissue fillers.
Persons own fat or synthetic material, such as collagen,
can be used to pump up sunken areas. In the face it may
be used to improve the appearance of the lips or cheek area.
Women
can be extremely focused and self-conscious of very small
breasts. With today’s technology ad the availability of
a variety of safe implants, a significant change of a more
pleasing figure can readily be obtained.
Massive
pendulous breasts can be very disabling, with pain in the
posterior neck, back, and/or shoulder areas. A single corrective
procedure under general anesthesia can produce smaller firmer
shapelier breasts. This procedure usually requires general
anesthesia and can be performed as an outpatient. The patient
will usually be far more comfortable and have marked improved
posture.
A very
prominent abdomen can be extremely troublesome. Correction
involves removing a segment of skin and fat, together with
tightening of the deep muscles and fascia of the abdominal
wall. Further refinement can be obtained by liposuction
in selected areas. This procedure requires general anesthesia
and can be performed as an outpatient or with brief hospital
stay. Down time away from work would be one to two weeks,
depending on the extent of the procedure. Often the patient
will experience a sense of increased lightness on their
feet with improved posture. Although the procedure almost
always requires general anesthesia, it can be performed
as an outpatient. Down time from work is generally 10 days
to two weeks.
Abdominal
correction provides a greater degree of physical comfort,
improved appearance and improved posture, with a generalized
sense of well-being and lightness.
At
times a well fitting suit, proper hairstyling, and other
grooming will help you land that important job. However
occasionally going that extra mile by improving your facial
appearance or body contour will complete the process.
A personal,
detailed interview with a plastic surgeon will be most helpful
in selecting a surgeon with whom you are most comfortable.
There should be an in-depth discussion pertaining to realistic
goals, as well as the risks involved in any surgical procedure.
One should not proceed with selective surgery on a sudden
whim or at the time of mental stress in their lives, such
as divorce or loss of mate. Sufficient time should be allowed
for stabilization of our emotional life so as to have a
more rational decision in electing to have a cosmetic surgical
procedure.
The
selection of a surgeon to perform cosmetic surgery we should
determine that the surgeon is well-rounded in general surgery,
and in addition has had two or more years of additional
training in cosmetic plastic surgery. Consultation with
your primary care physician will help determine the experience
and credentials of your contemplated plastic surgeon.
The
American Board of Medical Specialties is a major source
of confirming the credentials of a surgeon. Certification
by the American Board of Plastic Surgery and membership
in professional societies, such as the American Society
of Plastic Surgery and the American Society of Aesthetic
Plastic Surgery, are all helpful in determining the competence
of a surgeon.
Without
a doubt education and experience are most valuable commodities.
However, appearance is a very significant factor in our
future personal and professional life.
Our
goal at the Cosmetic Surgery Institute is to provide advanced
surgical technology together with a caring professional
staff to help assure a high degree of patient satisfaction.
No
longer is cosmetic plastic surgery only the goal of women
alone. Each year more and more men are seeking out thin
correction, with about one out of five cosmetic surgical
patients now males.
Your future aspirations
will most probably be assisted by seeking a new dimension
to your life through cosmetic plastic surgery. You can now
change the way you look to suit your desire.
Many
cosmetic surgical procedures can be significantly enhanced
by proper skin treatments: Chemical peels, dermabrasion,
dermaplaning, or laser treatments. This allows for removal
of the outer damaged skin and replacing it with a smoother
skin texture.
This can have a
significant impact, not only on the individual themselves,
but on society about them.
General wellness
is an important factor for successful results in a cosmetic
surgical procedure.
More refined
cosmetic plastic surgical procedures.
OFFICE HOURS
Monday through Friday 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. An answering
service is provided for after hours emergencies.
TELEPHONE
NUMBER
We can be reached at (305) 856-3030. Please use this number
to make a first appointment as well as for insurance and
billing questions, prescription refills, general information
and all other patient calls.
HOW TO FIND
US
Mercy Hospital Professional Building, 3661 South
Miami Avenue Suite 509
7400 N. Kendall Drive,
Suite 502
YOUR FIRST
VISIT
The Cosmetic Surgery Institute prides itself on providing
an informative, individualized consultation.
Your initial consultation
provides the basis for establishing a rapport between you,
the surgeon and our staff. Through the process, we
will come to an understanding of what you desire and what
can be reasonably accomplished through plastic surgery.
WHERE SURGERY
IS PERFORMED ?
Surgery is performed at all leading hospitals in Miami-Dade
County. The procedure can be performed under local
or general anesthesia, with close monitoring of the patient’s
vital signs, by a physician qualified anesthesiologist.
Most plastic surgery
procedures are performed on an outpatient basis allowing
you to go home the same day of surgery.
PAYMENT POLICY
When applicable, we are happy to assist patients with their
insurance forms. If requested, financing is available.
For any questions regarding insurance and billing, please
call us at (305) 856-3030.
DISCLAIMER
Every patient has individual needs and requires specialized
attention. Nothing in this web site is intended to offer
medical advice. People who are contemplating surgery should
not rely on information presented on any web site, but should
seek the personal advice of a plastic surgeon
. 
