Five Things You Didn’t Know About Breast Implants
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1. Breast implants have been around since the 1960s!
Is that why all of those mid-century beauties on Mad Men have such fantastic curves? Dow Corning Corporation, developed the first silicone breast implants in 1962.
The first recipient of breast implants, Timmie Jean Lindsey, is now over 80 years old – and she still has her original implants!
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2. Early breast implants weren’t tested.
The Food and Drug Administration did not require the makers of breast implants to undergo safety testing until 1991.
Over 1,000,000 women had undergone breast implant surgery before the FDA began to require proof of their safety in 1991. While there were some complications caused by these untested breast implants, manufacturers of today’s breast implants undergo rigorous testing and FDA approval procedures.
As a result, today’s breast implants are as safe as they are beautiful.
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2. Silicone breast implants were once only used for medical purposes.
Between the years 1992 and 2006, silicone breast implants were only allowed to be implanted in women after a mastectomy, or in women who needed to fix a previously implanted broken implant.
After huge improvements in breast implant technology – and rigorous safety testing – silicone breast implants were approved for use in the USA in 2006. These new generations of FDA approved silicone breast implants are exceptionally natural looking and feeling, as well as extremely safe.
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3. Saline vs. Silicone is like Coke vs. Pepsi.
There are two types of breast implant filler: saline and silicone. Each has their distinct advantages and – like Coke and Pepsi drinkers – people have their own personal reasons for choosing a favorite.
Silicone breast implants tend to look and feel more real and natural – especially the latest technologies in MemoryShape breast implants which we use in our plastic surgery practice.
However, some women prefer saline because they can be filled more, or depleted a little, so a patient has the option of changing their breast implant size. Typically, saline implants are also less expensive – starting in our office at a total low cost of only $5,000 including all surgical expenses!
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4. It can be too early – but it’s never too late – for breast implants!
The FDA recommends that you have to be 22 years old to get breast implants – but most people don’t realize that there is no upper age limit!
In cases where an unscrupulous surgeon puts silicone breast implants in an “under-aged” patient, there can be complications affecting the woman’s growth – and the warranty on the implants may also be waived.
However, as long as a woman is in good health with sufficient, healthy skin, even senior citizens can get breast implants.
Marie Jolstad, a healthy 84 year old widow with 12 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren, is believed to be the oldest woman to ever get breast implants.
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5. Surgeons in the U.S. perform the most breast implant surgeries.
Breast augmentation surgery is the number one most popular cosmetic surgery in the United States. Approximately 300,000 breast augmentations were performed in 2017 in the USA. And the number of breast implants is currently growing at a rate of 3% a year.
This growth is attributable to the fact that breast implants are safer, more natural looking and more affordable than ever before!
Brazil comes in second place for the most breast implant surgeries performed annually. And Mexico hits the list in third place.
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Top Detroit Area Breast Implant Surgeon
Selecting a skilled and experienced plastic surgeon, like Detroit’s renowned Dr. Ali, helps ensure that you will be 100% satisfied with your results. He offers the best, most advanced and innovative techniques and technologies in breast implant surgery.
Dr. Ali is very thorough and careful in assessing each patient’s health and expectations for breast implant surgery. He will offer you a consultation to understand your needs, answer your questions, and explain your options.
Call today and schedule an appointment to see if breast implant surgery is right for you!
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Detroit Area Breast Implant Surgeon: 248-335-7200
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Five Things You Didn’t Know About Breast Implants
/in Breast Augmentation, Breast Implant /by adminFive Things You Didn’t Know About Breast Implants
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1. Breast implants have been around since the 1960s!
Is that why all of those mid-century beauties on Mad Men have such fantastic curves? Dow Corning Corporation, developed the first silicone breast implants in 1962.
The first recipient of breast implants, Timmie Jean Lindsey, is now over 80 years old – and she still has her original implants!
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2. Early breast implants weren’t tested.
The Food and Drug Administration did not require the makers of breast implants to undergo safety testing until 1991.
Over 1,000,000 women had undergone breast implant surgery before the FDA began to require proof of their safety in 1991. While there were some complications caused by these untested breast implants, manufacturers of today’s breast implants undergo rigorous testing and FDA approval procedures.
As a result, today’s breast implants are as safe as they are beautiful.
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2. Silicone breast implants were once only used for medical purposes.
Between the years 1992 and 2006, silicone breast implants were only allowed to be implanted in women after a mastectomy, or in women who needed to fix a previously implanted broken implant.
After huge improvements in breast implant technology – and rigorous safety testing – silicone breast implants were approved for use in the USA in 2006. These new generations of FDA approved silicone breast implants are exceptionally natural looking and feeling, as well as extremely safe.
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3. Saline vs. Silicone is like Coke vs. Pepsi.
There are two types of breast implant filler: saline and silicone. Each has their distinct advantages and – like Coke and Pepsi drinkers – people have their own personal reasons for choosing a favorite.
Silicone breast implants tend to look and feel more real and natural – especially the latest technologies in MemoryShape breast implants which we use in our plastic surgery practice.
However, some women prefer saline because they can be filled more, or depleted a little, so a patient has the option of changing their breast implant size. Typically, saline implants are also less expensive – starting in our office at a total low cost of only $5,000 including all surgical expenses!
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4. It can be too early – but it’s never too late – for breast implants!
The FDA recommends that you have to be 22 years old to get breast implants – but most people don’t realize that there is no upper age limit!
In cases where an unscrupulous surgeon puts silicone breast implants in an “under-aged” patient, there can be complications affecting the woman’s growth – and the warranty on the implants may also be waived.
However, as long as a woman is in good health with sufficient, healthy skin, even senior citizens can get breast implants.
Marie Jolstad, a healthy 84 year old widow with 12 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren, is believed to be the oldest woman to ever get breast implants.
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5. Surgeons in the U.S. perform the most breast implant surgeries.
Breast augmentation surgery is the number one most popular cosmetic surgery in the United States. Approximately 300,000 breast augmentations were performed in 2017 in the USA. And the number of breast implants is currently growing at a rate of 3% a year.
This growth is attributable to the fact that breast implants are safer, more natural looking and more affordable than ever before!
Brazil comes in second place for the most breast implant surgeries performed annually. And Mexico hits the list in third place.
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Top Detroit Area Breast Implant Surgeon
Selecting a skilled and experienced plastic surgeon, like Detroit’s renowned Dr. Ali, helps ensure that you will be 100% satisfied with your results. He offers the best, most advanced and innovative techniques and technologies in breast implant surgery.
Dr. Ali is very thorough and careful in assessing each patient’s health and expectations for breast implant surgery. He will offer you a consultation to understand your needs, answer your questions, and explain your options.
Call today and schedule an appointment to see if breast implant surgery is right for you!
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Detroit Area Breast Implant Surgeon: 248-335-7200
Breast Implants Trends for 2019
/in Breast Implant /by adminTrends in Breast Implants for 2019.
Breast implants are still among the most popular surgical cosmetic procedures in 2019, with more than a quarter million breast augmentation surgeries performed annually. Certain trends and innovations in breast implant technologies are making breast enhancement safer and more satisfying for patients than ever before.
Top Birmingham, MI board certified plastic surgeon Doctor Ali has performed thousands of breast implant surgeries on universally satisfied patients who are thrilled with their results.
In this article Dr. Ali discusses some of the latest developments in breast implant techniques and technologies that are trending in 2019.
B & C Cup Breast Implants
In recent years there has been a trend toward more “naturally” sized and shaped breast implants. Gone are the old days of ridiculously large DDD implants that are clearly surgically enhanced.
Choosing an implant size is now much more about fitting the women’s proportions, than simply going “as big as possible.” For most women, a “C-cup” look is more attractive and realistic looking than DD-cups. Additionally, breasts that are too large for a woman’s frame can be uncomfortable – even leading to back problems.
And, inserting a breast implant that is too big for the existing breast skin and tissue can lead to complications, such as capsular contracture.
For all of these reasons, natural looking medium to full-size B and C cup looks are trending!
“Gummy Bear” Breast Implants
Today, breast implant patients have a number of new and improved breast implant materials from which to choose. One of the most popular variety of breast implants is the natural feeling gel implant.
Sometimes referred to as a “gummy bear” breast implant, this soft and pliable gel material feels like real breast tissue.
In addition to “feeling” more real, gel implants are an important advancement in silicone breast implant technology because they do not leak when damaged. Unlike saline or earlier generations of silicone breast implants, “gummy bears” are made of a cohesive silicone gel that will retain its form even if cut in half!
Gummy bear breast implants also holds their shape better – and don’t tend to wrinkle, ripple or sag – which also increases volume near the cleavage.
Quick Recovery From Breast Implant Surgery
Breast augmentation is still considered a major surgery. However, newer techniques – such as under-the-muscle breast implant – is more minimally invasive. This noit only reduces the risk of infection as well as shortens the previously extensive healing period.
Birmingham, MI board certified plastic surgeon Dr. Ali can create a “breast pocket” for the implant with the utmost precision. This substantially reduces post-surgical bruising, bleeding, pain and inflammation, leading to a more rapid recovery.
Less Need for Pain Medication
With the opioid addiction crisis sweeping America, doctors and patients are rightfully concerned about reducing the need for opioid painkillers. Patients undergoing under-the-muscle breast implants experience less post-surgery pain in addition to healing faster.
This is another reason under-the-muscle breast implants are among the most popular method of augmentation today. There are, of course, some exceptions to this trend. For example, women with a naturally large amount of breast tissue may experience superior results with over-the-muscle breast implants.
Top Breast Implant Surgeon – Birmingham, MI
Selecting a skilled and experienced plastic surgeon, like top Birmingham, Mi doctor Dr. Ali, who has performed thousands of breast implant surgeries, helps ensure that you will be 100% satisfied with your results. He offers the best, most advanced and innovative techniques and technologies in breast implant surgery.
Dr. Ali is very thorough and careful in assessing each patient’s health and expectations for the surgery. He will offer you a consultation to understand your needs, answer your questions, and explain your options.
Call today and schedule an appointment to see if breast implant surgery is right for you.
Birmingham, MI Breast Implant Consultation: 248-335-7200
What’s Better, CoolSculpting or Liposuction?
/in CoolSculpting, Front Page Posts /by adminCoolSculpting vs. Liposuction –
CoolSculpting and Liposuction are two of Dr. Ali’s most popular – yet very different – fat loss treatments. Dr. Ali has helped hundreds of women and men in Birmingham, West Bloomfield & Oakland County get the body they want using these procedures.
In this article we discuss differences between Liposuction & CoolSculpting – to help you begin deciding which procedure is right for you.
Remember you are unique! What is the best fat loss procedure for one person may not be right for someone else. The best way to decide on your ideal fat loss treatment is a consultation with Dr. Ali. He will evaluate your situation and provide detailed answers to your questions, so that you can chose the best fat loss treatment plan for your goals.
CoolSculpting Procedure
CoolSculpting and Liposuction both remove stubborn areas of fat that resist diet and exercise. However, neither Liposuction nor CoolSculpting are weight loss tools for obesity and they do not remedy flabby or loose abdominal skin or muscles.
However, CoolSculpting is non-surgical and non-invasive. This means that there is no incision and no need for anesthetic. This also means that there no “downtime” and you can resume normal activities immediately after the treatment. In fact many people go back to work the same day!
CoolSculpting typically involves more than one treatment – while Liposuction is generally done in a single treatment.
The CoolSculpting process “freezes” the fat to kill the fat cells. The body then gradually and naturally eliminates the dead fat cells.
Because it takes time for the body to eliminate the dead fat cells, with CoolSculpting you will begin to see results after 2 to 4 weeks. And it may take 2 months for more dramatic results, and up to 3 to 5 months to deliver complete and final results. Full results will eventually reduce the area treated by 20 to 25%.
Liposuction Procedure
Unlike non-invasive CoolSculpting, Liposuction is a surgical technique that removes the excess fat deposits located between the skin and muscle.
In most cases Liposuction is performed under local anesthesia. A very small (less than 3mm) incision is made inLiposuction – but typically there are no stitches and no (or unnoticeable) scars.
While CoolSculpting waits for the body to eliminate the fat cells, Liposuction actually suctions the fat cells out at the time of the procedure. This means only one treatment is typically needed.
The patient can go home within a half hour after the procedure, however there is some downtime with Liposuction. The recovery time for Liposuction is from 2 to 7 days before normal activity can be resumed. And mild pain (treatable with medication) or discomfort gradually subsides over a period of 2 weeks up to 8 weeks.
Once the swelling goes down in 4 to 6 weeks, the Liposuction results are visible “immediately”. This is because the fat has been surgically “sucked out” and there is no need to wait for the body to eliminate it.
In summary, CoolSculpting is less invasive, less uncomfortable, and has less downtime than Liposuction. But CoolSculpting usually requires more treatments than Lipo, and CoolSculpting results take more treatments and the results take longer to be visible.
Best CoolSculpting in Birmingham, West Bloomfield & Oakland County
The best way to determine which fat loss treatment is best for you is to discuss your goals with a board certified plastic surgeon like Dr. Ali who offers both procedures. Dr. Ali will assess your skin, muscles, body, lifestyle and goals to help you chose the best treatment for your individual needs.
As an aside, it is wise to be very wary of doctors or clinic that only offer one type of fat loss procedure. They may try to steer or pressure you into the procedure they offer – even if another procedure would be better for you. Only a surgeon like Dr. Ali who offers multiple treatment options can give you the array of choices you need to find what’s best for your fat loss goals.
Dr. Ali has helped hundreds of women and men across Birmingham, West Bloomfield, Bloomfield Hills & Oakland County get the body they want with CoolSculpting and Liposuction. He will be happy to offer you a consultation to help you understand your options and decide if CoolSculpting or Lipo is right for you.
And remember, financing options are also available!
Call Dr. Ali for a CoolSculpting & Liposuction Consultation: 248-335-7200
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CoolSculpting Before & After Photos
/in CoolSculpting, Front Page Posts /by adminSee Amazing CoolSculpting Before & After Photos!
CoolSculpting is a non-surgical fat loss treatment that uses cold temperatures to permanently destroy fat cells. Dr. Ali has helped hundreds of women and men across Oakland County, Birmingham, West Bloomfield, Troy, Farmington Hills, Rochester and more get the body they want, using the CoolSculpting procedure.
In this article we show you some “Before and After” photos of CoolSculpting. These pictures show you the dramatic fat loss results that can be achieved with CoolSculpting “fat freezing”, without surgery and with no downtime!
But the best way to understand what CoolSculpting can do for you is a consultation with renowned plastic surgeon Dr. Ali. He will evaluate your body – and help you with a fat loss treatment plan for your unique physique and personal body-sculpting goals. Or attend one of our CoolSculpting Events to learn how you can freeze the fat away – and see a slimmer you!
CoolSculpting for Tummy & Belly Fat Before & After
Targeting stubborn belly or tummy fat is probably CoolSculpting’s most popular application. Our DNA determines where fat is deposited on our bodies – a but CoolSculpting defies your genetics and gets rid of the fat cells around the abdomen permanently.
CoolSculpting for Flanks, Love Handles & Muffin Tops Before & After
“Love Handles” or “Muffin Tops” are cute words for frustrating fat on the flanks. And in many cases, all of the exercise and dieting in the world won’t make them go away. Fortunately, CoolSculpting is an extremely effective treatment for getting rid of this “jiggle in the middle” for a smooth and shapely silhouette.
CoolSculpting for Thighs & Saddlebags Before & After
If you inherited heavy thighs, you know that exercise may firm them but it will not reduce them. However, a special CoolSculpting applicator designed specifically for the thigh area works on both the inner and outer thighs – to eliminate those fat bulges.
CoolSculpting for Double Chin & Neck Before & After
For many years the only way to get rid of an unwanted double chin was through painful surgery, with along recovery time. Thankfully, non-invasive CoolSculpting can target the chin and neck area with a special CoolSculpting device designed just for the chin area is called the CoolMini. Many men and women need only a single treatment to achieve the beautiful, defined jawline they want!
CoolSculpting for Arms & Bat Wings Before & After
Even if you have toned muscles, the development of fatty deposits can lead to flabby, “batwing” arms. CoolSculpting can effectively remove excess fat in the upper arm area, although other treatments may be preferable for loose skin and not fat. And because the CoolSculpting process of fat removal is gradual – the skin has time to bounce back as the fat is flushed away.
Bloomfield Hills & Troy Best CoolSculpting
Dr. Ali has helped hundreds of women and men across Oakland County, including Bloomfield Hills, Troy and the surrounding area, lose the fat, and get the body they want with CoolSculpting. He will be happy to offer you a consultation to help you understand how CoolSculpting ican help you get the body you’ll love.
And remember, financing options are also available!
Call Dr. Ali for a Coolsculpting Consultation: 248-335-7200
Questions to Ask at a Mommy Makeover Consultation (Part 1)
/in Mommy Makeover /by adminFour Important Questions to Ask at a Mommy Makeover Consultation (Part 1)
A mommy makeover is an exciting way for a woman to get her pre-baby body back, and feel more attractive, more confident and sexier! But a mommy makeover is not a “one size fits all” procedure. Every woman’s body is different – and pregnancy and childbirth affect woman in many different ways.
At our Detroit area plastic surgery practice, every mommy makeover is customized to address each woman’s unique “trouble spots” – ensuring we chose the procedures that are best specifically for her.
To help you and your plastic surgeon determine which procedures are right for YOU, here are 4 crucial questions to ask during your mommy makeover consultation.
(1.) Am I a Good Candidate for a Mommy Makeover?
Most women who are in generally good overall health and want to restore the tone and shape of their body can be good candidates for a mommy makeover. However, there are a few additional factors that should be considered to determine if a mommy makeover is right for you during this stage of life.
Generally, to be an ideal candidate for a mommy makeover, a woman should meet these criteria:
(2.) Which Mommy Makeover Procedures should I Get?
The procedures that are best for you will depend upon the current “problem areas” you wish to remedy, as well as your long term appearance goals. Clearly communicate your feelings to your plastic surgeon, so he can recommend the surgeries that are best for you.
The most common procedures to add to a mommy makeover are a tummy tuck, liposuction and some type of breast enhancement (either a breast lift, breast implants, or both).
A mommy makeover is also the perfect time to fix issues that you may have had even before you were a mommy – such as increasing your breast size with implants, or sculpting a waist with liposuction.
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Schedule a Mommy Makeover consultation in our Detroit area office, and Dr. Ali will discuss all of your surgical and nonsurgical options – to help you decide which procedures are right for you!
Troy, MI Area Mommy Makeover Consultation
At our Troy, MI area surgical practice, board certified plastic surgeon Dr. Ali believes that an educated and informed patient is the happiest and most satisfied patient. He has performed hundreds of mommy makeovers with stunning results, giving mommies their pre-baby bodies back.
He will take the time to answer your questions, explain your options and help you choose the procedures that are right for you at this stage in your life. And if a mommy makeover isn’t’ quite right at this point in time, he can also help you look younger, thinner, more refresh and more attractive with a variety of nonsurgical cosmetic procedures.
Schedule a Mommy Makeover consultation in our Troy, MI area office, and Dr. Ali will discuss all of your surgical and nonsurgical options – to help you decide which procedures are right for you!
Troy, MI Area Mommy Makeover Consultation: 248-335-7200
Questions to Ask at a Mommy Makeover Consultation (Part 2)
/in Mommy Makeover /by adminFour Important Questions to Ask at a Mommy Makeover Consultation (Part 2)
A mommy makeover is an exciting way for a woman to get her pre-baby body back, and feel more attractive, more confident and sexier! But a mommy makeover is not a “one size fits all” procedure. Every woman’s body is different – and pregnancy and childbirth affect woman in many different ways.
At our Detroit area plastic surgery practice, every mommy makeover is customized to address each woman’s unique “trouble spots” – ensuring we chose the procedures that are best specifically for her. To help you and your plastic surgeon determine which procedures are right for YOU, here are 4 important questions to ask during your mommy makeover consultation.
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(3.) What Mommy Makeover Surgical Techniques do You Use?
Once you decide which specific procedures you want to combine into a mommy makeover, you and your plastic surgeon need to discuss the specific surgical techniques that will be best in your situation.
Not all surgeons, and not all surgical techniques, deliver equally spectacular results. Only trust your mommy makeover to an experienced and board certified plastic surgeon like Dr. Ali, who has performed hundreds of successful mommy makeovers.
For example, different techniques can result in greater or lesser amounts of scarring. Ask your plastic surgeon where the incisions will be placed, and how long they will be. Make sure he uses the most advanced techniques to minimize scarring while still delivering excellent results.
(4.) What will My Mommy Makeover Recovery Time Be?
Unless your kids are grown, moms have to balance anything they do for themselves with making sure their kids are cared for first and foremost. And, of course, many dedicated moms also have jobs in the workplace as well.
So it is important that you understand what the parameters of your recovery will be. In order to heal rapidly, painlessly and without complications it is essential that a patient have the resources in place to allow them the necessary recovery time.
The length of a patient’s recovery will depend on the type and number of surgical procedures that they have done.
Patients need to take it easy and avoid heavy lifting (including lifting babies, children & groceries) and housekeeping for two to three weeks. There is also typically some pain, swelling, bruising and tightness during this first stage of recovery, which may require pain medication. So driving is also out (and napping is in!) while you are taking pain meds during recovery.
Most women will also need to take anywhere from 1 to 3 weeks off work to recover from a mommy makeover.
Mommy Makeover Consultation – Birmingham, MI
At our Birmingham, MI surgical practice, board certified plastic surgeon Dr. Ali believes that an educated and informed patient is the happiest and most satisfied patient. He has performed hundreds of mommy makeovers with stunning results, giving mommies their pre-baby bodies back.
He will take the time to answer your questions, explain your options and help you choose the procedures that are right for you at this stage in your life. And if a mommy makeover isn’t’ quite right at this point in time, he can also help you look younger, thinner, more refresh and more attractive with a variety of nonsurgical cosmetic procedures.
Birmingham, MI Mommy Makeover Consultation: 248-335-7200
Everything ELSE You Need to Know about a Mommy Makeover
/in Mommy Makeover /by adminEverything ELSE You Need to Know about a Mommy Makeover!
At our Detroit Area practice, board certified plastic surgeon Dr. Ali believes that an educated and informed patient is the happiest and most satisfied patient. He has performed hundreds of mommy makeovers with stunning results, giving mommies their pre-baby bodies back.
If you are considering a mommy makeover, it’s important that you understanding what a mommy makeover does (and doesn’t) do – and when it can be done. In this article we dig a little deeper and discuss some of the lesser known facts about mommy makeovers.
When you Can (and Cant) Get a Mommy Makeover
Attempting a mommy makeover too soon after giving birth is simply not be safe – for a few reasons.
First, remember that pregnancy and childbirth put immense stress and strain on your body. A reputable board certified plastic surgeon like Dr. Ali will require you to wait at least six months after giving birth before having invasive plastic surgery. This gives your abdominal tissue a chance to fully heal and recover before surgery.
Additionally, nursing mothers must wait until they are done breastfeeding to have a tummy tuck – so that you baby does not ingest anesthetic and pain meds from breastmilk. And, there will also be lifting restrictions for 2 to 6 weeks after surgery – making recovery while caring for a baby difficult.
There’s More than One Type of Tummy Tuck
The more fat a woman has gained during pregnancy (or pregnancies), the more loose skin and damaged muscles she is likely to have in need of surgical resection during a tummy tuck.
With each pregnancy, as the belly expands to accommodate a growing baby, the skin stretches and the tissue that joins the two lateral sections of a woman’s abdominal muscles can permanently tear.
On the other hand, woman who haven’t gained too much extra weight during pregnancy are more likely to get away with a “mini” tummy tuck afterward. This can be great news, as mini tummy tucks are associated with less scarring and a much shorter recovery period.
A tummy tuck is the only way to address the issue of damaged abdominal muscles. No amount of exercise will strengthen them enough to make them function normally. Instead, the patient needs a surgeon to stitch together the torn tissue between the sections of her abdominal muscles so that the
Pregnancy Hormones & Mommy Makeovers
It’s very common for pregnancy hormones to cause a woman’s body to develop new deposits of fat in strange new places. And, unfortunately, this fat can be very stubborn and not respond to diet, exercise or conventional weight loss methods. Even mommies who return to their pre-baby weight may still discover that she has a new “muffin top” or “paunch” that won’t go away.
This is where liposuction saves the day – by permanently removing the fat cells from these areas!
Mommy Makeovers Can Fix “Down There” too!
Sagging breasts from nursing are well known. But women often don’t discuss the vaginal looseness, or stretched out labia caused by labor and delivery. In addition to breast lifts, there are also surgical procedures (like labiaplasty) and nonsurgical treatments (like Viveve vaginal rejuvenation) that can makeover your intimate areas after childbirth! There’s no reason you can’t be a mommy during the day – but as sexy as ever in the evening!
Mommy Makeover Consultation – Birmingham, MI
At our Birmingham, MI surgical practice, board certified plastic surgeon Dr. Ali believes has performed hundreds of mommy makeovers with stunning results, giving mommies their pre-baby bodies back.
He will take the time to answer your questions, explain your options and help you choose the procedures that are right for you at this stage in your life. And if a mommy makeover isn’t’ quite right at this point in time, he can also help you look younger, thinner, more refresh and more attractive with a variety of nonsurgical cosmetic procedures.
Birmingham, MI Mommy Makeover Consultation: 248-335-7200
Celebrities Who Have Had Mommy Makeovers
/in Mommy Makeover /by adminCelebrities Who Have Had Mommy Makeovers–
We’ve all seen images in the media of celebrities who look inexplicably thin and fit just a few months after giving birth … leaving the rest of us “normal” mom’s to wonder how they do it? Sure they would like you to think it’s because have they own chefs, nutritionist and personal trainers – but there’s more the story.
Many A-listers get their body back into shape so quickly after giving birth with a “mommy makeover”. It’s really their talented (and discreet) plastic surgeons they should be thanking for their toned appearance!
The good news is that right here in the Detroit area, renowned board certified plastic surgeon Dr. Ali offers mommy makeovers just like the stars get!
While most A-list mommies keep their mommy makeover a secret, here are a few that admit to having post baby surgery to get their figures back
Kate Gosselin had a Mommy Makeover
Kate Gosselin had eight children, including a set of sextuplets. But, at age 40 she has the trim, toned body of a twenty-something. And it’s all thanks to a mommy makeover. In fact, Kate (of Kate Plus 8) even chronicled her tummy tuck on her TLC reality show. No wonder she looks as great as she does after giving birth to eight babies.
Patricia Heaton had a Mommy Makeover
At 60 years old, actress Patricia Heaton (you know her as Ray Romano’s wife on “Everybody Loves Raymond) has the body of a 35 year old! After giving birth to four children she had mommy makeover surgery that included a breast lift and a tummy tuck.
“I had four C-sections and my stomach looked like the map of the world. My breasts were hanging down to here from breastfeeding those babies,” she told a magazine reporter. After her mommy makeover she looks like a million bucks.
NeNe Leakes had a Mommy Makeover
NeNe Leakes, actress, presenter, author, fashion designer and star of The Real Housewives of Atlanta star told People back in 2010 that she also had a mommy makeover – which included a nose job, liposuction, and breast implants with a breast lift.
Dayna Devon had a Mommy Makeover
Fans of the television show “Extra,” know that actress Dayna Devon is open about undergoing tummy tuck surgery after having children. About her decision to undergo abdominoplasty, she stated “When you get pregnant, so many different things happen to your body … this is the one thing that can be fixed, and I had the opportunity to do that. Plenty of women are having whatever they need done. Why not talk about it?”
Best Canton, MI Area Mommy Makeovers
Thanks to advancements in plastic surgery, countless celebrities, working moms and stay at home mothers all are able to get their bodies back having kids.
As a mom, you take care of everyone around you. Why not take care of yourself, just this once? Treat yourself to a mommy makeover so you feel younger, thinner, sexier and more confident!
Canton Area Mommy Makeover Consultation: 248-335-7200
What Procedures are in a Mommy Makeover?
/in Mommy Makeover /by adminYour Procedure Choices in a Mommy Makeover–
Renowned Detroit plastic surgeon Dr. Ali completely customizes each mommy makeover to the patient’s unique needs and cosmetic goals. Every woman’s body is different – and pregnancy & delivery affects different women differently. So every woman’s mommy makeover will be personalized just for them during their consultation to reflect their specific needs.
With that in mind, the following list of available mommy makeovers can help get you started on thinking about what procedures are right for you. Take a look, and then schedule a mommy makeover consultation in our Birmingham, MI office with board certified plastic surgeon Dr. Ali to discuss what’s right for you!
Mommy Makeover Breast Lift (with optional implants)
A woman’s breasts expand and contract dramatically during milk production, often causing her to go up several cup sizes, then drop back down once the baby is done breastfeeding. Because the skin has stretched so much, many women are left with flatter, saggy breasts.
A surgical breast lift can “tone and tighten” the breasts, restoring them to a natural and before after breastfeeding is complete, a combined lift and augmentation (implants) can be ideal. It is also a great opportunity for women who were never satisfied with their breasts even before pregnancy to go up a few sizes or get implants that give them better shape and fullness.
Mommy Makeover Liposuction
We all know that the pounds added during pregnancy can be tough to lose. Additionally, it’s very common for pregnancy hormones to cause a woman’s body to develop new deposits of fat in strange new places. And, unfortunately, this fat can be very stubborn and not respond to diet, exercise or conventional weight loss methods. Even mommies who return to their pre-baby weight may still discover that she has a new “muffin top” or “paunch” that won’t go away.
Mommy makeover liposuction saves the day by permanently removing unwanted fat cells in the belly, love handles or virtually anywhere on the body.
During liposuction fat is literally sucked out of the body through a minimally-invasive tube-like instrument. Better yet, once liposuction removes the fat cells, they never come back in that area.
Mommy Makeover Tummy Tuck
Sometimes simply getting rid of the fat isn’t enough to restore a woman’s shape. Pregnancy can also cause loose skin and damaged, sagging muscles in the abdomen.
During tummy tuck surgery, Dr. Ali can tighten the abdominal skin, and muscles if necessary. Loose skin is surgically removed and any muscle damage you have will be repaired. Even better, the skin tightening and removal process can also get rid of those annoying stretch marks from pregnancy.
Woman with only loose skin, but no muscle damage may only require a “mini” tummy tuck. This can be a great option, as mini tummy tucks are associated with minimal scarring and a much shorter recovery period.
Mommy Makeover Labiaplasty
Though not often discussed, a woman’s labia often stretches substantially during childbirth, causing the “flaps” of the labia minora to protrude beyond the labia majora. Not only can this make a woman feel sexually unattractive, it can also be very uncomfortable. Fortunately, labiaplasty can be performed to remove the excess skin from the labia minora.
Best Detroit & Canton Area Mommy Makeovers
Detroit Area board certified plastic surgeon Dr. Ali has performed hundreds of mommy makeovers on women from Ann Arbor, Canton and across the Detroit area with stunning results, giving them their pre-baby bodies back.
He will take the time to answer your questions, explain your options and help you choose the procedures that are right for you.
In addition to mommy makeover surgical procedures we also offer a variety of nonsurgical cosmetic procedures that can be combined with your mommy makeover to help you look and feel thinner, younger, more refreshed and more attractive.
Schedule a Mommy Makeover consultation in our Detroit area office, and Dr. Ali will discuss all of your surgical and nonsurgical options – to help you decide which procedures are right for you!
Canton Area Mommy Makeover Consultation: 248-335-7200
Anesthesia Options During a Mommy Makeover
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The thought of getting your pre-baby body back with a mommy makeover can be so exciting. And thanks to the miracle so of modern anesthesia, your surgery can be pain free. But going under anesthesia can also lead to a little anxiety for some women.
Today’s technology in anesthesia is incredibly safe. And understanding your anesthesia options can help put your mind at ease. In this article Detroit area board certified plastic surgeon Dr. Ali helps you understand your anesthesia options during your mommy makeover.
General Anesthesia During Mommy Makeover
Most traditional mommy makeover procedures will require general anesthesia.
General anesthesia “knocks you out” or “puts you to sleep”. During general anesthesia a patient is completely unconscious and does not feel anything, including pain. Patients are not aware of, and do not remember, anything that occurs during surgery.
A certified anesthesiologist administers general anesthetic intravenously or by using an inhalation mask. They constantly monitor your heart rate, blood pressure and breathing throughout the surgery.
Since a mommy makeover is a more complex surgery involving a combination of surgeries on several areas of the body at once, it is generally safer and much more comfortable have the patient under general anesthesia.
IV Sedation & Local Anesthesia During Mommy Makeover
If your mommy makeover involves less-invasive procedures, however, they may be performed with local anesthesia. Some less-invasive procedures may be able to be performed under IV sedation – also called “twilight sedation” or “conscious sedation” – paired with local anesthetic.
IV sedation makes a patient relaxed and drowsy but still conscious and awake. Patients don’t feel any pain or discomfort – and the local anesthetic numbs the treated area.
However, patients wishing to avoid general anesthesia will be more limited in the procedures they can have. Liposuction, for example, can be performed using just IV sedation with a local anesthetic.
No Anesthesia During Mommy Makeover?
Modern anesthetic is incredibly safe when administered by a certified anesthesiologist. But patients wishing to avoid anesthetic altogether can still get a “mini mommy makeover” with a variety of nonsurgical beauty and rejuvenation treatments offered in our Detroit area plastic surgery center and Med Spa.
CoolSculpting is a non-surgical liposuction alternative that can flatten the tummy, and get rid of love handles, back rolls and other stubborn pockets of fat. And ThermiSmooth radio-frequency treatments can help strengthen and thicken the skin to improve its tone and tightness and get rid of cellulite.
Additionally, our various laser treatments as well as Botox and dermal fillers injections, can treat facial wrinkles and lines.
Choosing the Right Mommy Makeover for You
Pregnancy and childbirth affects every mommy differently. Detroit area plastic surgeon Dr. Ali has performed hundreds of mommy makeovers under general anesthesia with stunning and safe results. He has helped hundreds of women in Ann Arbor, Detroit and across Southeast Michigan get their bodies back with customized Mommy Makeovers!
Schedule a Mommy Makeover consultation in our Detroit area office, and Dr. Ali will discuss all of your options and answer all of your questions – to help you decide which procedures are right for you.
Detroit & Ann Arbor Area Mommy Makeover Consultation: 248-335-7200