Top 10 Men’s Plastic Surgery Procedures in 2022 – Part 2

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Top 10 Plastic Surgery Procedures for Men in 2022 (Part 2)

Plastic surgery procedures among men are becoming more common.  At AMAE Plastic Surgery, our plastic surgery team has compiled a list of the top 10 plastic surgery procedures for men, to help male patients understand their options and the types of plastic surgery procedures the modern man is undergoing. In part 1 of the top 10 plastic surgery procedures for men, procedures such as jaw implants, tummy tucks, and nose jobs were highlighted – read on to discover the remainder of the top plastic surgery procedure for men in 2022!

If you are a patient in the Troy, MI area, board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Ali is ready to help men achieve their cosmetic goals. Contact AMAE Plastic Surgery for a consultation today!

#6. Brow lift Plastic Surgery for Men

A brow lift is a type of plastic surgery procedure that can help men look younger and more awake. It helps to reduce the signs of aging around the forehead. A brow lift has several different options, from full to mini. The specific type of plastic surgery needed is dependent upon the patients desired results. Brow lifts can take up to one hour and usually only cause mild discomfort and swelling. The incision for a brow lift can range from a full incision across the hairline to endoscopic options. Results from a brow lift are usually present for 10 – 15 years. Male patients who choose this type of plastic surgery typically only have the procedure once.

#7. Facelift Plastic Surgery for Men

A facelift is a type of plastic surgery men are electing to undergo to tighten and remove excess skin on their face. The tissue on the face can be reshaped and contoured, which gives men a more taut, younger appearance.

A facelift is a plastic surgery that yields major results, but the longevity of a facelift is impacted by lifestyle. Factors such as sun exposure, tobacco usage, and genetics can impact how long a man will see results. Facelifts do require sutures and some swelling and bruising is possible. Recovery usually lasts around 3 weeks.

#8. Neck lift Plastic Surgery for Men

A neck lift is another type of plastic surgery the makes a man look younger through tightening and removal of excess skin. Neck lifts remove loose skin and fat through incisions made in the area of the sideburns. For men, the neck lift is more common than the facelift! For men who undergo a neck lift, it can take roughly two weeks before swelling settles down enough for a man to feel comfortable going out in public. Swelling will continue to resolve over the course of around six months. Plastic surgeons typically recommend not overdoing it with a neck lift, as a more underdone appearance will help to achieve a natural looking result.

#9. Fat Grafting  Plastic Surgery for Men

Fat grafting is a type of plastic surgery where the plastic surgeon removes fat from one area of the body and redistributes it to a new area. An example of a type of plastic surgery that utilizes fat grafting is a Brazilian butt lift.

Men most commonly receive fat grafting in the cheeks, temples, and nasolabial fold. Fat grafting is a plastic surgery procedure that has very minimal downtime. Men typically return to normal activity the following day. But they can expect some swelling.

#10. Buccal Fat Removal Plastic Surgery for Men

Buccal fat removal is a type of plastic surgery that removes fat from the face. While this type of plastic surgery has most commonly been seen in women, it is now becoming more prevalent in men. The goal of buccal fat removal is to help the face appear more defined by reducing the fat directly under the cheek bone. Men who want a more sculpted look would benefit from buccal fat removal. This procedure is very short – around 20 minutes – and men can return to normal activity the following day!

Plastic Surgery for Men | Troy, MI Area

There are many different types of plastic surgery that men may benefit from. While the list in this article includes top and common plastic surgery procedures for men, each man is unique in his cosmetic goals. Making the right choice in plastic surgery is important, as these procedures affect a man’s confidence for the course of his life.

At AMAE Plastic Surgery in Troy, MI our board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Ali is a compassionate and caring doctor who can help men make the right choice and get the body of their dreams!

Contact us today to set up a plastic surgery consultation.

Plastic Surgery for Men | Troy, MI Area: 248.335.7200

Should I Get a Tummy Tuck or Liposuction?

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Which is Better for Me: Tummy Tuck or Liposuction?

Tummy tuck surgery and less-invasive liposuctions can both help a man or woman get the flat, toned mid-section they want. But they are very different procedures, and each has pros and cons. Understanding these differences can help patients understand which is right for them.

In this article, board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Ali, at AMAE Plastic Surgery in the Troy, MI area outlines some of the difference, as well as the advantages and disadvantages, of tummy tuck surgery and liposuction.

Tummy Tuck vs. Liposuction: Anesthetic

Since liposuction is far less invasive, it can typically be performed under local anesthetic. This means the specific treatment area can be numbed and the procedure performed while the patient is awake, but mildly sedated with relaxing medication.

Alternatively, a tummy tuck is a much more extensive surgical procedure that must be performed under general anesthesia. Patients are “put under” for a tummy tuck and are not awake.

Of course, any procedure performed under general anesthesia will always carry more risk than one done under local anesthesia. But choosing an experienced board-certified plastic surgeon helps to reduce risks associated with a general anesthesia – so complications are very rare.

Tummy Tuck vs. Liposuction: Surgery

Liposuction removes stubborn, excess fat that is stored between the muscle and skin. But there is no change or tightening to the skin at all. Depending on the amount of fat removed during liposuction, the skin will need to tighten on its own. Additionally, liposuction does not tighten the abdominal muscles.

On the other hand, a tummy tuck not only removes unwanted fat, but also excises excess skin and tightens abdominal muscles.

Tummy Tuck vs. Liposuction: Scars

Liposuction will only leave very tiny scars that are typically barely visible and will fade with time.

There are a few options when it comes to a tummy tuck – full or mini – that determine the degree of scarring. The full tummy tuck, with removal of excess skin and muscle tightening, means a larger incision is necessary. A skilled board-certified plastic surgeon like Dr. Ali will typically place the scar strategically over the bikini line, where it is less visible.

The mini tuck – which does not require muscle repair or substantial skin removal – has less scaring than a full means a larger incision typically placed over the bikini line. This larger incision allows for. But is still more scarring than liposuction.

Tummy Tuck vs. Liposuction: Downtime

Downtime is dependent on the type of Tummy Tuck (full or mini) a patient selects. But in general, after about two weeks, most patients can return to light exercise and driving. Depending on the type of employment, patients can expect to turn to work within 2-3 weeks. It’s important to consider how demanding duties are before determining the best time to resume work.

Liposuction downtime is far less, ranging from only 2 to 7 days. Since liposuction involves much less discomfort and swelling, some patients may even return to light activity in as soon as 2-3 days. They can also expect to resume normal activities shortly after.

Recovery periods should be evaluated by the plastic surgeon, to ensure the best decision is made for the patient’s specific case. At AMAE Plastic Surgery in the Troy, MI area, Dr. Ali works closely with patients to develop a specific post procedure recovery plan.

Is a Tummy Tuck or Liposuction Better for Me?

Liposuction is a procedure for patients within 30% of their ideal weight who need help getting rid of pockets of stubborn fat. Candidates for this procedure tend to have healthy skin and muscle and expect skin to firm up following removal of fat.

However, a tummy tuck is the best procedure for individuals with excess fat and loose or excess skin in their midsection, and/or weak or stretched abdominal muscles.

Liposuction & Tummy Tuck Surgery | Troy, MI Area

At AMAE Med Spa in the Troy, MI area, board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Ali has helped many patients get the body of their dreams. If you would like to set up a consultation to further understand which procedure is right for you, contact us today! Dr. Ali and his staff will help you make the best choice for your needs. And financing options are available!

Liposuction & Tummy Tuck Surgery | Troy, MI Area: 248-335-7200

Deciding if You Should Get Liposuction

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Is Liposuction Right for Me?

Liposuction is truly the gold-standard in fat reduction and body contouring. While non-invasive fat removal procedures like CoolSculpting are less invasive with shorter recovery times, nothing truly compares to the fat removal capabilities of liposuction.

Board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Ali at AMAE Plastic Surgery Center has helped many people in the Troy, MI area get the body of their dreams with the help of liposuction.

Liposuction is a great option for patients who want to get rid of stubborn fat- but we also understand that it is a big decision in terms of time and finances.

Scheduling a liposuction consultation is the best way to help determine if liposuction is the best fit for your fat loss and body sculpting needs. But before you come in, this article can help you examine some factors to decide if liposuction may be right for you.

Areas That Liposuction Can Treat

Liposuction is a surgical procedure that improves body shape by removing excessive fat stored between the muscles and the skin.  Lipo is especially effective at removing stubborn fat pockets that are often unresponsive to a patient’s diet and training efforts.

Liposuction offers many benefits – one of which is that it can be used to remove unwanted fat almost anywhere on the body including belly, flanks (‘muffin tops’), back, butt, thighs, arms and even the chin.

Liposuction can be performed on both men and women. But there are differences in the most frequently treated areas. For women, liposuction is typically performed on the chin and neck, arms, thighs and buttocks, love handles, and tummy.  While men tend to receive lipo on the waist, love handles and neck.

Good Candidates for Liposuction

Healthy adults within 30% of their ideal weight are the best candidates for liposuction. Having firm, elastic skin and good muscle tone is also recommended – so that the skin “bounces back” after the fat is removed.

Lipo is also excellent for patients who have already achieved a healthy weight but wish to contour the body and remove the final pockets of stubborn fat.

Liposuction is not a surgical modality for obesity or extreme weight lost. If a patient is aiming to lose excessive amounts of weight, even if it is stubborn fat, they will not be an ideal candidate for liposuction.

Individuals with certain serious illnesses or medical conditions that can impair healing are not good candidates for liposuction. So be sure to discuss any underlying health issues with Dr. Ali during your liposuction consultation.

Affording Liposuction

The cost of liposuction will vary based on the number and location of treatment areas. Remember, while a surgeon with less experience may charge lower rates than an experienced, board-certified plastic surgeon you get what you pay for.  So cost alone should not be the motivating factor when selecting a liposuction surgeon. Cheap lipo should raise red flags about the surgeon’s skill and standard.

Board certified plastic surgeon Dr. Ali at AMAE Plastic Surgery in the Troy, MI area has performed several hundred liposuctions,  and offers competitive rates and easy financing options.

Risks of Liposuction

When performed by a skilled and experienced board-certified surgeon, liposuction is a very safe procedure, with fewer risks than most surgical procedures. However, it is important for patients to understand that – as with any surgical procedure – some bruising, swelling, and bleeding will occur.

The best way to ensure the safety of your liposuction procedure is to select a board-certified plastic surgeon who is experienced, such as Dr. Ali in the Troy, MI area.

Pain after Liposuction Surgery

Some pain and discomfort are normal after liposuction. Everyone heals differently, so the level of pain is dependent upon the individual patient, the location of the procedure, and their unique body. Typically, in the first 2 – 4 days after lipo the patient will be most sore, but discomfort will significantly decrease soon after. Soreness may be present for up to 8 weeks.

Dr. Ali will prescribe the necessary pain management medication, as needed. However, many patients only require over the counter pain medications such as Tylenol. Our Troy, Mi area liposuction patients universally agree that the amazing fat loss results outweigh the temporary pain and discomfort.

Recovery Time after Liposuction

Liposuction performed with a local anesthetic will allow a patient to go home almost immediately. For patients who receive liposuction under general anesthesia, longer observation times are required. But patients still typically go home the same day. Patients will need a family member or friend to take them home following the procedure.

Total recovery time depends on the extent of the procedure, quantity of fat removed, age, and overall health of the patient. Patients can typically return to light activity in 2 – 3 days.

Dr. Ali at AMAE Plastic Surgery in the Troy, MI area gives patients specific instructions for returning to normal activity based on their specific case.

Top Liposuction Doctor | Troy, MI Area

At AMAE Plastic Surgery, board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Ali has helped hundreds of people get the fat loss and body contouring results they want with liposuction. If you are a patient in the Troy, MI area, schedule a liposuction consultation today and let Dr. Ali help you feel and look your best!!

Top Liposuction Doctor | Troy, MI Area: 248-335-7200

 

 

Liposuction for Black / African American Women

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Liposuction for Black / African American Women

Liposuction is becoming increasingly popular among people of all races and sizes – as a means of permanently removing unwanted fat for a more toned and shapely body.

Thankfully, minority women now have more financial independence than ever before – giving them the means to make the changes to their bodies that will make them happier and more confident. Today, approximately half of all liposuction procedures are performed on African Americans!

But there are some important differences in liposuction beauty goals for women of different ethnic backgrounds. If you are a Black women who is considering liposuction, it is important to choose a plastic surgeon who understands your unique body type and appearance desires.

Liposuction & African American Culture

Black women have long celebrated their gorgeous curves – recognizing the beauty of the natural feminine shape. For many Black women undergoing liposuction, the emphasis is on a toned, proportionate, curvaceous feminine shape – and not a desire to look “stick skinny.”

Having performed several hundred liposuction procedures on women of all ethnicities, Dr. Ali understands that African American women often differ from Caucasian or Asian women in their goals for liposuction. If you are a Black women, it is important to find a liposuction surgeon who understands your own unique cultural ideals.

As one Black liposuction patient explained, she wanted to “Lose the gut, but not the butt!”

Liposuction to Enhance You – Not Change You!

Dr. Ali artistically performs liposuction to sculpt the body in a way that accentuates a woman’s curves. He can give you a toned and sleek body – sculpting the perfect proportions for your body type – without sacrificing your personal or cultural identity.

We feel strongly that liposuction is NOT about giving in to society’s norms and changing who you are to fit other culture’s ideals. Rather, our approach to liposuction is about enhancement: enhancing the beauty that Black women already have.

Whether your ideal shape is anywhere from slim and trim like Hale Berry, more curvy like Beyoncé, or big and beautiful like Lizzo, in the hands of a skilled plastic surgeon Dr. Ali, you will simply look like the best version of yourself!

Many of our patients are African American attorneys, physicians and business professionals who simply want to look and feel their best – for their career, for their partner, and most importantly for themselves.

Best Detroit Area Liposuction for Black Women

If you are a woman of  color, or any ethnicity, call us today for a liposuction consultation. We will listen to your unique beauty goals, and help you become the very best version of already-beautiful you! Dr. Ali has helped hundreds of women and men in Birmingham and the Detroit area love their bodies with liposuction.

He will be happy to offer you a consultation to answer your questions, listen to your personal aesthetic desires, and help you understand your body sculpting options.

Dr. Ali will consider all aspects of your body proportions, the amount of fat, your lifestyle, your age, and your appearance desires – to ensure the best liposuction results for you. And for patients with larger amounts of fat, loose skin, or stretched abdominal muscles, we also offer tummy tuck surgery. And remember, liposuction financing options are also available!

Detroit Area Liposuction Consultation: 248-335-7200

Tummy Tucks for Black / African American Women

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Tummy Tucks for Black / African American Women

Tummy tuck surgery – medically called an “abdominoplasty” – is a common plastic surgery procedure that removes belly fat, tightens loose flabby skin, and repairs stretched or torn abdominal muscles. Many women of all shapes and sizes choose to undergo a tummy tuck following pregnancy to restore their pre-baby figures. Similarly, both men and women turn to tummy tucks to get rid of loose belly skin after they’ve lost a significant amount of weight.

But while tummy tucks give people of all races and sizes a flattened and toned abdomen, there are some important differences in tummy tuck goals and procedures for women of different ethnic backgrounds.

Tummy Tucks & African American Beauty

African American women often differ from Caucasian or Asian women in their goals for a tummy tuck. If you are a Black women, it is important to find a tummy tuck surgeon who understands your own unique cultural ideal for beauty.

Black women have long celebrated their curves – recognizing the beauty of the natural feminine shape. For many Black tummy tuck patients, the emphasis is on a curvaceous feminine shape.

Dr. Ali believes that a tummy tuck – as well as liposuction or any other “body sculpting” technique – should accentuates a woman’s curves. These procedures can give you a toned and sleek body – with the right proportions for your frame – without sacrificing your personal or cultural identity.

For most African American woman, an unrealistic stick-figure body is NOT the goal. The ideal shape may be anywhere from slim and trim Halle Berry to ultra-curvy Tyra Banks – but nobody wants to look like an emaciated Kate Moss-type skeleton!

In the hands of a skilled plastic surgeon like Dr. Ali, tummy tuck surgery makes it possible to achieve a flat tummy, while leaving the curves in place.

Tummy Tucks & African American Skin

Tummy tucks, like any surgery, involved incisions. And, because African American skin is somewhat more prone to scarring and developing dark spots, it is important to select a tummy tuck surgeon who understands Black skin.

Just like Black hair, Black skin has a different texture – so make sure you select a plastic surgeon like Dr. Ali who understands and has experience working with Black skin texture.

Dr. Ali takes specific steps when performing tummy tucks on African-American patients to help reduce the chances of poor quality scars. Although keloid scarring is generally less common than people realize – Dr. Ali will carefully evaluated your skin and your medical history to make sure a tummy tuck is right for you. In some cases Dr. Ali can even utilize internal sutures – and/or surgical glue instead of stitches – to help prevent the formation of scars.

Detroit’s Best Tummy Tuck Surgeon for Black Women

Detroit area board certified plastic surgeon Dr. Ali has helped hundreds of women and men of all shapes, sizes & ethnicities obtain the firm flat abdomen they have always desired with tummy tuck surgery.

Dr. Ali always puts special focus on the unique desires of his patients. He uses the latest techniques and technologies – as well as artistic application and an understanding of your personal and cultural beauty ideals – when performing liposuction.

Call Dr. Ali for a consultation in our Detroit area Med Spa and plastic surgery office – to be the very best version of yourself!

Detroit Area Tummy Tuck Consultation: 248-335-7200

5 Things to Consider When Choosing a Plastic Surgeon

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What to Ask When Choosing a Plastic Surgeon

Choosing the right plastic surgeon is incredibly important because the choice you make will impact your face and/or body’s appearance for the rest of your life. And, selecting a qualified and skilled plastic surgeon is not only important to achieving your desired aesthetic results – but also helps ensure a safe and complication-free recovery!

Board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Ali at AMAE Plastic Surgery in Birmingham, MI encourages patients to consider these five items when consulting with a plastic surgeon.

  1. Only Choose a Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon

It is imperative to ask each plastic surgeon you consult with if they are board-certified by the American Board of Cosmetic Surgery. Validating a medical license through state medical boards simply is not enough to verify that the consulting plastic surgeon is skilled in cosmetic procedures.

With the rise in popularity of plastic surgery and cosmetic procedures, many general plastic surgeons and other types of medical doctors are offering these services to increase their profits – without being board certified. However, only a board certified plastic surgeon has undergone the rigorous training and continuing education that ensures they are skilled at cosmetic surgery.

  1. Ask About the Plastic Surgeon’s Experience in Specific Procedures

Cosmetic surgery can vary greatly depending on the type of procedure. Some plastic surgeons may be more skilled in facial procedures over breast augmentations. In the search for the right plastic surgeon, keep in mind that different procedures require experience with different types of bone, tissue, and cartilage. For this reason, it is not uncommon to find a plastic surgeon who specializes in only certain procedures.

Patients are within their right to ask questions regarding the plastic surgeon’s years of experience, specific training, and number of procedures performed in the specific type of surgery they desire.

  1. Ask to See the Plastic Surgeon’s Before & Afters

As they say, beauty is in the eye of the beholder. For this reason, it is important for patients see results from each plastic surgeon with whom they consult. While a friend may give a rave review, the plastic surgeon’s style may not match your personal aesthetic.

You can understand a plastic surgeon’s aesthetic techniques and results by reviewing before and after pictures from their past patients’ procedures. When reviewing cosmetic surgery before and after photos, look for past patients who have similar features or body types. This will help patients gain a better sense of the aesthetic outcomes they may experience if they select that plastic surgeon.

  1.  Choose a Plastic Surgeon with Whom You Feel Comfortable

Patients need an emotional and physical support system to ensure the best recovery and results of plastic surgery. The plastic surgeon and their clinical staff are a critical part of a successful pre-operative plan and a smooth recovery. The plastic surgeon will make recommendations to a patient throughout the course of care, so it is important to choose a plastic surgeon whom you trust.

Patients should always feel comfortable asking any questions of the plastic surgeon and their staff. Poor communication will only make a cosmetic surgery more stressful. While choosing a plastic surgeon who meets educational and experience criteria, having a connection and trust with the plastic surgeon is equally important.

Within the first few minutes of a consultation, a patient can typically determine if the plastic surgeon and their staff are friendly, informative, and transparent in policies and pricing.

  1. Find a Plastic Surgeon with Pre-Surgery Imaging

When selecting a plastic surgeon, it’s important to find a practice that doesn’t leave results to chance. With state-of-the art technology, such as Vectra 3D imaging, results can be seen in advance before the surgery.

At AMAE Plastic Surgery in Birmingham, MI Vectra 3D digital imaging is available for face, neck, and breast procedures. This innovative technology enables patients to see their expected surgical outcomes prior to their cosmetic surgery or procedure by providing a computerized image of the expected results.

Dr. Ali can help patients understand the results that can be achieved through cosmetic procedures to confirm a patient’s aesthetic preferences are being met and to help ensure their expectations are realistic.

Board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Ali is an excellent choice for patients who want to experience powerful and innovative technology, as well as get desired results from a skilled and compassionate plastic surgeon.

Top Plastic Surgeon | Birmingham, MI

Dr. Ali is board certified plastic surgeon, a member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, and a Fellow in the American College of Plastic Surgeons. He has performed more than 7,000 cosmetic and reconstructive surgeries.

He has been awarded “Top Doc” by Hour Detroit Magazine multiple years in a row. Dr. Ali is also a “RealSelf” Top Doc and has an almost perfect 5-star rating from his patients on Google and Facebook.

To learn more about Dr. Ali, click here. If you are in Birmingham, MI schedule a consultation with Dr. Ali at AMAE Plastic Surgery today!

Top Plastic Surgeon | Birmingham, MI: 248-335-7200

 

 

Cat Eye Lift Surgery FAQs
(Part 2)

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Answers to Cat Eye Surgery Frequently Asked Questions (Part 2)

‘Cat eye’ or ‘fox eye’ surgery is rapidly becoming one of the most popular plastic surgery procedures in the Birmingham and West Bloomfield, Mi area.

In this two-part article Dr. Ali answers patients’ most Frequently Asked Questions about cat eye surgery. Let us answer you questions below, and then come in for cat eye lift surgery consultation to see if canthoplasty surgery is right for your cosmetic goals.

CLICK HERE FOR PART 1 OF CAT EYE SURGERY FAQs

What Makes Cat Eye Surgery ‘Good’?

In Part 1 of this article, we discussed what makes a good plastic surgeon. Now let’s look at what makes cat eye surgery good, beautiful, and successful.

The human eye can detect difference of as little as 0.1mm (about 0.004 of an inch). So even the subtlest difference in a person’s features can have a huge impact on their appearance. That is why extreme precision is required to elongate and lift the eye to produce a more attractive, almond shaped, cat-like eye shape.

Even tenths of a mm difference in positioning can make eyes look asymmetrical, uneven, or too high. So, accuracy and an artistic eye is essential in your plastic surgeon. Additionally, the almond shaped eye must be harmonious with the angle of the brow and the rest of face to look beautiful and natural.

Finally, minimizing any visible scarring is essential. Any time there is an incision there will be a scar. So the secret is to select a plastic surgeon who uses the smallest incisions possible, while also skillfully positioning them inside of the eyelids or creases so that they will not be visible.

How Can I Know What Cat Eye Surgery Will Look Like on My Face?

With many plastic surgeons, you cannot see your anticipated results before surgery.

However, Dr. Ali is among the first and only aesthetic practices in the Birmingham and West Bloomfield area to offer state-of-the-art Vectra 3D imaging. This revolutionary computerized imaging system provides a three-dimensional digital picture of the patient’s face from every angle – so that Dr. Ali can show you the expected outcomes of your surgery before you undergo canthoplasty.

What is Recovery / Downtime Like After Cat Eye Lift Surgery?

Cat eye surgery patients almost always go home the same day. And recovery time for canthoplasty is minimal, especially compared to many other facial surgeries.

Patients can expect mild to moderate pain for just a day or two. Usually, OTC pain relievers are sufficient to manage the discomfort – but Dr. Ali can give you something stronger of you like.  Patients need to wear a dressing to protect the eye for about a week – which may cause some limited vision for the first week. At your follow up appointment, the bandages will be removed, as well as the tiny sutures (stitches).

Some minor but visible swelling and bruising can last up to two weeks. And full recovery from lateral canthoplasty only takes a few weeks in most cases.

Is Cat Eye Surgery Dangerous?

When performed by a skilled and experienced board-certified plastic surgeon like Dr. Ali, canthoplasty surgery has extremely low risk of complications. AS with any surgery there is always the risk of bleeding or infection if the patient does follow proper aftercare instructions. So, it is important to carefully follow the directions you are given to take home with you.

What’s the difference Between Cat Eye Surgery (Canthoplasty) and Cat Eye Thread Lifts?

Thread lift is a procedure in which barbed threads are inserted beneath the surface of the skin via needle. The threads are then pulled up to lift surrounding tissue. While thread lifts are non-surgical and less expensive than surgery, cat-eye thread lifts have several disadvantages over actual canthoplasty surgery.

To begin with, thread lift results typically only last a few months, at best. So, patients must return two or three times a year to maintain results.

Worse, however, is the fact that thread lifts around the eyes can be extremely unnatural results – with tethering and puckering of the skin.  Most patients are extremely dissatisfied with the longevity of thread lifts, and disappointed with the appearance of the skin.

Dr. Ali chooses NOT to perform thread lifts for these reasons. He only offers lateral (temporal) canthoplasty to enhance eye shape – as well as upper and lower blepharoplasty to rejuvenate the area around the eyes.

Is Cat Eye Surgery “Worth It”?

Don’t just take our word for it! 94% of RealSelf users report that cat eye lift surgery is WORTH IT. But, of course, you must decide for yourself.

Schedule a cat eye lift consultation at AMAE Plastic Surgery with Dr. Ali, and he will show you the beautiful results you can expect with 3-D Vectra Imaging.

Cat Eye Lift Surgery | Birmingham, MI

Dr. Ali is a renowned Birmingham, MI board-certified facial plastic surgeon who has performed thousands of eye surgeries. While traditional blepharoplasty (eye lid lift surgery) is more common among older patients, more and more younger women in the Birmingham, MI area are turning to cat eye lift surgery (lateral canthoplasty) to get stunning almond eyes just like today’s models and celebrities.

Birmingham, MI board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Ali combines his artistic abilities with the most advanced surgical techniques and years of experience to acheive truly spectacular results. If you are considering a cat eye lift procedure, call and schedule a canthoplasty consultation with Dr. Ali today.

Cat Eye Lift Surgery | Birmingham, MI: 248-335-7200

Cat Eye Lift Surgery FAQs
(Part 1)

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Answers to Cat Eye Lift Surgery Frequently Asked Questions (Part 1)

Cat eye surgery – sometimes called a fox eye lift – is quickly becoming one of the most popular plastic surgery requests Dr. Ali receives from patients across the entire Detroit area.

The cat eye look has been prized for thousands of years – even as far back as ancient Egypt. Cleopatra’s dramatic cat eye was achieved using kohl, as far back as 50 BC. And who can forget Marilyn Monroe’s and Bridget Bardot’s classic cat eye makeup in the 1960s? Of course, back then, the only way to achieve a cat eye look was with strategically placed eyeliner.

Today, however, the fox eye look can be made permanent with cat eye lift surgery (canthoplasty). Popularized by many young models, singers, and influencers, cat eye surgery is one of today’s most fashionable cosmetic surgery procedures. Allegedly Bella Hadid, Ariana Grande and Kendal Jenner have all gotten their beautiful almond cat eyes not from genetics but from canthoplasty surgery.

Now, the same celebrity cat lift eye surgery is being performed in the Detroit area by renowned board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Ali. In this two-part article Dr. Ali answers his Detroit area patients’ most Frequently Asked Questions about cat eye surgery.

What is Cat Surgery?

Cat eye (or fox eye) surgery is a specific type of eyelid lift medically known as ‘canthoplasty’ performed by a plastic surgeon. Canthoplasty tightens and elongates the eye horizontally, slightly lifting the out corners of the eye, by surgically altering the ‘lateral canthus’ (the corner where the eyelids meet).

Canthoplasty lifts and repositions the canthus (outer corner of the eye) to literally change the shape of the eye – giving it a more upwardly angled, almond shape.

Who is a Good Candidate for Cat Eye Surgery?

Originally, canthoplasty surgery was typically used to correct the eyes of patients over 50 that were drooping at the corners due to age. It was often done in combination with blepharoplasty which removes excess skin, fat, and bags around the eyes.

However, when used to create cat eyes, canthoplasty is now most commonly performed on women younger than fifty – in their 20s, 30s and 40s – for cosmetic rather than anti-aging purposes.

Because this surgery only requires extremely small incisions and has a relatively fast recovery period, most adult women of any age who are in good health can safely undergo this plastic surgery. Women with scarring disorders, eye conditions, underlying medical conditions should discuss their situation with Dr. Ali before opting for cat eye surgery.

Is Cat Eye Surgery Permanent?

Yes and no. Canthoplasty is a permanent surgery, in that it literally changes the shape and position of the eyes. However, it must be kept in mind that even plastic surgery cannot stop time completely. After cat eye surgery one’s skin will continue to age.

Every person ages differently, and there are a number of personal factors that will affect the lifespan of any cosmetic surgery. Some factors are beyond one’s control. The patient’s hereditary aging process and skin laxity, as well as gravity, will continue to take its toll on any person’s skin.

However, making good lifestyle choices will extend the lifespan of any plastic surgery results. Good nutrition and ongoing proper skin care can extend the longevity of cat eye lift surgery. While, smoking, and UV sun exposure can cause skin to lose tightness and tone prematurely.

How Do I Select a Plastic Surgeon for Cat Eye Lift Surgery?

While eye lift surgery is minimally invasive, it is by no means a ‘simple’ or ‘routine’ surgery. Because canthoplasty is permanent – and because you are dealing with your eyes and your facial appearance – you should only trust your cat eye surgery to a highly skilled board-certified plastic surgeon.

Dr. Ali is one of the few skilled and experienced board-certified plastic surgeons in the Detroit are who offer celebrity quality cat eye lift surgery. Dr. Ali has performed hundreds of eye lift surgeries on patients of all ages and ethnicities with exceptional results.

Dr. Ali is board certified in plastic surgery, a member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, and a Fellow in the American College of Surgeons. He has performed more than 8,000 cosmetic and reconstructive surgeries. He has been awarded “Top Doc” by Hour Detroit Magazine multiple years in a row. He is also a “RealSelf” Top Doc, and has a perfect 5 star rating from his patients on Yelp!, Google and Facebook.

Do not trust your eyes to anyone less qualified!

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Cat Eye Lift Surgery | Detroit Area

Dr. Ali is a renowned Detroit area board-certified facial plastic surgeon who has performed thousands of cosmetic eye surgeries. While traditional blepharoplasty (eye lid lift) is more common among older patients, more and more younger women in the Birmingham, MI area are turning to cat eye lift surgery (lateral canthoplasty) to get stunning almond eyes like celebrities.

Detroit area board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Ali combines his artistic eye with state-of-the-art surgical techniques and years of experience for truly spectacular results. If you are considering a cat eye lift procedure, call and schedule a canthoplasty consultation with Dr. Ali today.

Cat Eye Lift Surgery | Detroit Area: 248-335-7200

How to Get the Best Results from Plastic Surgery

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7 Tips for Getting the Best Results from Your Plastic Surgery

Americans spent over $9 billion on plastic surgery in 2020, according to The Aesthetic Society, even with an eight-week elective surgery shutdown due to COVID-19. And in 2021 patients spent even more on cosmetic surgery, with 2022 on track to exceed last year.

There are many reasons that plastic surgery is more popular than ever. To begin with, improved cosmetic technologies have made surgical recovery times faster and downtimes after surgery shorter.  And, new procedures are also not only safer, but they also deliver more “natural” looking results – so no one suspects patients have “had work done.”

Additionally, now that so many people in the U.S. are able to work from home, Americans don’t have to worry about taking time off from work while they wait for bruises and swelling to subside. So, it’s the perfect time to finally get that plastic surgery procedure that they have always wanted.

If you have been considering plastic surgery, now may just be the right time for you. In this article renowned, board-certified Birmingham, MI plastic surgeon Dr. Ali shares some considerations to keep in mind so that you get the best possible results from your plastic surgery.

#1. Combining Plastic Surgery Procedures

In the past, people often opted for on plastic surgery at a time. For example, first getting breast implants and then later scheduling a tummy tuck.

But for the most immediate and cost-effective results, many patients now scheduling multiple procedures at the same time. To begin with, this minimizes downtime, since you are recovering from all procedures at once.

It also cuts down on surgical and anesthesiology fees – which can be a substantial savings – because you are not having to pay for multiple surgical facilities or anesthesiologists.

During your plastic surgery consultation with Dr. Ali in his Birmingham, MI office, you can discuss everything you want to change about your appearance, and he can put a personalized treatment plan in place that may include multiple procedures performed at one time.

#2. Stay Local for Plastic Surgery

For a while ‘medical tourism’ was booming – with patients traveling to foreign countries in search of cheaper plastic surgeries. However, it soon became apparent that plastic surgery is like everything else – and you get what you pay for.

Many patients who sought overseas plastic surgery ended up with life-threatening infections, seriously disfigured or even dead. Additionally, when surgery is performed overseas it makes proper follow-up care almost impossible. While surgery in the US may be more expensive than going to Thailand or Mexico, you simply can’t put a price tag on the pain and suffering from a poor surgical outcome.

#3. Retain Your Individuality with Plastic Surgery

In past decades, many plastic surgeons would give every patient the same look with same changes and same surgical procedures. If you look at rhinoplasty (“nose job”) patients from past decades you will notice that almost every woman’s nose was altered to achieve the Caucasian ‘ideal’ of a tiny, narrow upturned nose.

Today, a skilled plastic surgeon will help a woman or man look like a more beautiful version of themselves, with natural enhancements. A patient’s features should match the rest of their face and complement their unique, individual proportions.

#4. Respect Your Ethnicity with Plastic Surgery

Speaking of retaining your individuality, the mindset in plastic surgery has thankfully shifted to recognizing and respecting the beauty of different ethnicities.

Latin, African, Asian, and Middle Eastern features obviously have hereditary differences in scale, shape, proportion and and projection that should be carefully taken into consideration when undergoing plastic surgery.

Previously, sadly, a ‘white ideal’ permeated plastic surgery and many plastic surgeons gave people of color Caucasian features that looked unnatural, incongruous, or diminished their cultural heritage.

It is important for patients to select a board-certified plastic surgeon like Dr. Ali in Birmingham, MI who has performed plastic surgery on people of all ethnicities – with expertise in understanding and respecting genetic differences and unique cultural ideals of beauty.

#5. Don’t Wait Too Long to Get Plastic Surgery

When it comes to any medical treatment – including plastic surgery – “an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.” In other words, getting minimal treatments in the earlier years of life can reduces the work that needs to be done down the road as the patient ages.

A small investment now in more minimally invasive plastic surgery procedures can help save time and money in the future by delaying or even preventing the need for major plastic surgery treatments when they are older.

#6. See What You Will Look Like Before Plastic Surgery

With many plastic surgeons, you cannot see your anticipated results before surgery.

However, Dr. Ali is among the first and only aesthetic practices in the Birmingham, MI area to offer state-of-the-art Vectra 3D Imaging. This revolutionary digital imaging system provides a three-dimensional computer generated picture of the patient’s face from every angle – so that Dr. Ali can show you the expected outcomes of your surgery before you undergo plastic surgery.

Pre-surgery 3D imaging takes the guesswork out of plastic surgery – and let’s you know exactly what you can expect – so you can choose the plastic surgery procedures that are right for you.

#7. Go to a Skilled, Experienced, Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon

Dr. Ali is board-certified Birmingham, MI plastic surgeon, and a member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, and a Fellow in the American College of Surgeons. He has performed more than 8,000 cosmetic and cosmetic surgeries. Dr. Ali has been awarded “Top Doc” by Hour Detroit Magazine multiple years in a row. He is also a “RealSelf” Top Doc, and has a perfect 5 star rating from his patients on Yelp!, Google and Facebook.

In addition to performing thousands of breast enhancements, tummy tucks, liposuctions, facelifts, rhinoplasties, butt lifts and arm lifts, Dr. Ali travels worldwide on humanitarian missions every year to provide free plastic surgery to underprivileged areas across the globe.

Do not trust your face or body to anyone who is not a skilled, experienced, board-certified plastic surgeon. “Botched” results can not only disfigure you for life, but can cause life-threating or even fatal complications, and cost you thousands more is revision or repair surgery. But in the hands of a renowned plastic surgeon like Dr. Ali you can be assured beautiful results, and a safe and speedy recovery.

Best Plastic Surgery | Birmingham, MI

The best plastic surgery results possible are only attained in the skilled hands of an experienced, board certified plastic surgeon like Dr. Ali in Birmingham, MI. Whether you would like to remove fat, change your body proportions, tighten skin, or look younger or more attractive, plastic surgery can help you.

Schedule a consultation at AMAE Plastic Surgery in Birmingham, MI today, and learn more about the many plastic surgery procedures Dr. Ali offers to help you love the way you look – and feel confident and beautiful in your own skin!

Best Plastic Surgery | Birmingham, MI: 248-335-7200

Top 6 Reasons to Consider Plastic Surgery

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The Top Six Reasons People Get Plastic Surgery

Decades ago, there was indeed a “stigma” against plastic surgery. As recently as a few decades ago, only the rich and famous would consider cosmetic surgery procedures. And even then, these celebrities kept any “work” they had done a well-kept secret.

Now, thanks in large part to social media, many celebrities as well as everyday people are very open about undergoing cosmetic surgery. Khloe Kardashian openly discusses her nose job, Dolly Parton is proud as can be of her breast augmentation, and beautiful Jane Fonda has had facial skin tightening plastic surgery. Iggy Azalea has also had breast implants as well as rhinoplasty surgery, and Cardi B often discusses her butt enhancement.

There are also many other reasons that plastic surgery is more popular than ever. Advancements in cosmetic technologies have made surgical recovery times faster and downtime after plastic surgery much shorter.  Additionally, now that so many people are able to work from home, they don’t have to worry about taking time off from work while they wait for bruises and swelling to subside. And, new plastic surgery procedures are not only safer, but they also deliver more “natural” looking results than in decades past.

Have you been considering plastic surgery? In this article renowned, board-certified Birmingham, MI plastic surgeon Dr. Ali shares six spectacular things plastic surgery can do for you!

#1. Plastic Surgery for Fat Removal

Want to slim down and get rid of those stubborn inches that won’t respond to diet and exercise? Or do you desire a more drastic change in your appearance by eliminating an oversized gut, saddlebags or ‘man breasts’? Minimally invasive liposuction can help with fat removal and body contouring.

Liposuction literally sucks fat cells out of unwanted areas. And, because the body cannot make new fat cells, once the unwanted fat cells are removed, they will never return in that area.

#2. Plastic Surgery for Anti-Aging

The signs of aging are typically the most noticeable on one’s face, which is why many plastic surgery treatments focus on reversing the signs of facial aging. Sagging skin, jowls, facial lines and wrinkles are all a ‘normal’ part of getting older. But anti-aging plastic surgery treatments help to lift sagging skin, reduce the appearance of wrinkles, eliminate jowls, and open up drooping eyelids.

Facelift and mini-facelift surgery, neck lift surgery, blepharoplasty (eyelid lift) and other plastic surgery procedures can turn back the clock for a dramatically younger appearance.

#3. Plastic Surgery to Change Facial Features

When one looks at movie stars and other  A -listers it’s easy to believe they were born beautiful! But that is often not the case. Carefully comparing celebrities younger photos with their appearance today reveals that many of them have had rhinoplasty (nose jobs),  jawline contouring or implants, rhinoplasty, cat-eye surgery and more!

Most people have facial or body features that they wish they could change, in order to feel more beautiful and confident in their own skin. Thanks to technological advancements in plastic surgery, everyday women and men can now get the same celebrity plastic surgery results as the rich and famous at AMAE in Birmingham, MI. Renowned Birmingham, MI plastic surgeon Dr. Ali can change the shape of your nose, lift your eyes, tighten your skin, contour your jawline and adjust other facial features to make you look like a more beautiful version of you!

#4. Plastic Surgery to Improve Body Proportions

Some people are born with the genetics that give them “ideal”, attractive body proportions. Beauty ideals vary from generation to generation and culture to culture. But, for women, a small waist, larger breasts, and a lifted, round buttocks is considered the paradigm of female beauty. For men, a toned, muscular chest descending into a “V” at the waist and hips is the general goal.

Not everyone strives to reach these beauty standards. But for many women and men, feeling too far removed from these criteria can take a toll on confidence and self-esteem. Thanks to modern plastic surgery techniques, women and men can achieve the proportions that will make them feel good about their bodies.

Instead of feeling unhappy about your body every time you look in the mirror, plastic surgery procedures such as liposuction, breast augmentation, tummy tucks, butt lifts, and even male breast reduction can give you the body proportions that will help you feel good about yourself.

#5. Plastic Surgery to Tighten Skin

Loose skin on the face can make a person look decades older than they feel. And sagging skin on the breast, belly, arms, or buttocks can make a woman or man feel unattractive or even embarrassed – especially at the beach, in the locker room, and during ‘intimate’ moments.

Many new, minimally invasive, non-surgical ski tightening treatments are available at AMAE Plastic Surgery in Birmingham, MI. These procedures include revolutionary Profound and Morpheus8 Radiofrequency skin tightening, as well as the C02RE fractional laser.

However, for the most dramatic skin tightening benefits – especially on skin that is extremely lax and distended – surgical skin tightening is the gold standard. Plastic skin tightening procedures include facelifts, tummy tucks, breast lifts, brachioplasty (arm lifts) and butt lifts. These procedures don’t just tighten the existing skin but involve surgically removing excess skin and suturing the remaining skin back together, so it is toned, tight and smooth.

#6. Revision & Reconstructive Plastic Surgery

Another important type of plastic surgery is revision and reconstruction surgery. This type of cosmetic surgery can repair damage caused by medical procedures and/or ‘fix’ old or improperly performed cosmetic procedures. Replacing old or improperly placed breast implants is an example of revision plastic surgery.  While repairing damage from breast cancer surgery or a ‘botched’ C-section are types of reconstruction surgery.

Not all plastic surgeons have the skill and experience to perform revision or reconstruction surgery. However, Dr. Ali in Birmingham, MI is renowned for his exceptional abilities in revising improperly performed surgeries as well as reconstructing parts of the human body that need repair.

Top Plastic Surgery | Birmingham, MI

The plastic surgery possibilities are almost endless in the hands of a skilled and trained, board certified plastic surgeon like Dr. Ali in Birmingham, MI.

Whether you would like to remove fat, change your body proportions, tighten skin, or look younger or more attractive, plastic surgery can help you.

Schedule a consultation at AMAE Plastic Surgery in Birmingham, MI today, and learn more about the many plastic surgery procedures Dr. Ali offers to help you love the way you look and feel confident in your own skin.

Top Plastic Surgery | Birmingham, MI: 248-335-7200