Recovery Garments

Immediately after a cosmetic surgery procedure, there are a number of different actions you can take to hasten your recovery.  One of the practical methods that has grown in popularity over the past several years is the utilization of compression garments.

Compression garments, also known as post-surgical garments, assist in the healing process by:

• Improving circulation
• Reducing swelling
• Removing harmful fluids from the body

There are several different garment options to choose from, and the main difference between them is the body region they focus on.  For example, if you have recently gone through liposuction of the arms, a vest with compression sleeves will target that specific portion of your body.  Some of the other options are:

• Abdominal binders
• Compression girdles
• Body shapers
• Facial compression wraps

How long you wear a compression garment for depends on the body area where surgery was performed, and your physician’s regimen of care. For physicians who recommend wearing a compression garment for several weeks following your surgery, they usually recommend moving to a 2nd stage recovery garment.  This garment is lighter weight, however it still provides the ideal amount of support to help you through that particular stage of the recovery process.

Areola Enhancement Guide

Despite the fact that breast augmentation is one of the most popular forms of cosmetic surgery, there are many cases in which the woman simply wants to alter the appearance of the areola/nipple. A number of women have nipples that either protrude too far or are inverted, and you will be pleased to know that with a simple procedure both of these issues can be corrected.

The most common form of nipple enhancement surgery is the areola reduction procedure, in which the skin surrounding the nipple is altered to fit proportionately with the breast. The areola, which is the darkly pigmented skin surrounding the nipple, can grow due expand due to age and breast feeding.

The areola reduction procedure is fairly commonplace, with most patients returning to normal activity within 24-48 hours. The procedure usually requires an incision around the areola which generally heals well. The appearance of the scar will vary depending on the amount of tissue removed and the patient’s skin type. As with most scars, fair-skin patients heal best.

If you would like information on Areola Enhancement or to set up a consultation with Dr. Bruck, please click here.

Do Breast Implants Produce Cleavage?

Most women believe that breast implants, by themselves, will automatically create cleavage. However, developing cleavage is also dependent on several other factors, such as:

• Breast Bone Width
• Angle of Ribs to Chest

If a woman does not have the ideal body type to automatically have cleavage with traditional breast augmentation surgery, other enhancements can usually be made. Some of these include pocket modifications (modifying the space created for the implant) or possibly even a breast lift to re-arrange the tissue from the pre-existing skin and breast.

While pocket modification can help be cautious about undergoing surgery that elevatethe skin over the breast bone, the sternum, to allow the pocket to extend closer to the midline. There is a risk that the pocket may extend to close to the midline making the results of breast augmentation look unnatural.

Another factor in regards to utilizing breast implant surgery to increase cleavage is the shape of implant a woman chooses. Since each individual’s body is unique, selecting the proper implant shape is critical to ensuring the ideal cleavage appearance is attained.
For women whose anatomy does not naturally allow for cleavage, the added breast volume from a breast augmentation will help. There are bras that can not only “push-up” but that can also can move the breasts toward the midline. With increased breast volume there is usually noticeably enhanced cleavage, even when there was no visible cleavage before breast augmentation.

If you would like information on Breast Augmentation Surgery or to set up a consultation with Dr. Bruck, please click here.

The Botox Wars Have Begun!

Botox, botulinum toxin type A, the reigning heavy weight champion and the worldwide leader among neuromuscular blocking agents, it’s about to meet its’ first challenger. Dysport, similar to Botox, was just recently approved by the FDA. Should you get Dysport instead of Botox? Dr. Bruck will give you the answers. They will also show you how to turn back the clock using Dysport, Botox and the newest fillers without surgery. Learn how these can restore lost volume, define facial contours, strengthen the jaw line and create a more youthful, rested appearance. Once wrinkles, folds and volume are addressed, advanced lasers can target your skin correcting laxity, sun damage and wrinkles on both the face and neck. Discover what to expect and how long the treatments last.

Don’t miss the live demonstration and win a free Botox treatment in our raffle. Seating is Limited

Juva Chats
October 13, 2009
6:00 pm until 8:00 pm

Lectures are free, but pre-registration is mandatory.
You can enroll in person or by calling 212-688-JUVA.