Plastic Surgeons CA

Hardly anyone is totally satisfied with the shape, size and appearance of their bodies. Because of this, many of us have self confidence problems. While diet and exercise can change the shape of our bodies and the size of clothing we wear, nothing but cosmetic surgery can put an end to self consciousness about wrinkles, empty skin, scaring, deformities or other body flaws. With the advances in medicine in the last sixty years, it should be no surprise to anyone that the popularity of plastic surgery has skyrocketed.

With this dramatic increase, questions have arisen. Is cosmetic surgery always necessary? Not according to Dr. Calvert, a board certified plastic surgeon. While most dramatic changes will require surgery, there are a few procedures that can be prevented with the use of certain skincare products. For example, glycolic acid based cleansers and nutrient face creams can sometimes replace chemical peels that are normally performed as in office procedures at Dr. Calvert’s office.

Here to Help AHA exfoliating cleanser is a glycolic acid containing cleanser that is a perfect example of a cleanser that can replace a chemical peel in some cases. Essential Nutrient Face Cream is also one of Dr. Calvert’s recommended products that can sometimes replace in office procedures. It restores elasticity, speeds healing after surgical procedures and smoothes skin post-op. It is also quite effective at helping dry, tired or ageing skin.

Into the Deep Thermo Mineral Deep Cleanser uses minerals to deep clean the skin. Many manufacturers are beginning to see the incredible benefits of mineral cleansers on the skin. Mineral cleansers are effective and more natural than chemical based cleansers. They leave the skin clean and smooth and can be used several times per day. They can not, however, replace an in office chemical peel.

If you are considering having an in office procedure done to make your skin more evenly toned, smooth and youthful looking, consider using one of these products first. Chemical peels should be used as a last resort. If you still feel you need an in office procedure, contact Dr. Calvert’s office at one of his two locations for a consultation.  http://www.drcalvert.com/.

Nearly everyone dislikes something about their bodies. Extreme weight gain or weight loss, aging, accidents resulting in scaring or disfigurement, birth defects or just general unhappiness with a certain body part often lead to actions being taken by the concerned party. With the advent of plastic surgery and its enormous popularity, these flaws are becoming easier to fix. But is a cosmetic procedure always necessary? If you are considering cosmetic surgery, try using one of Dr. Calvert’s skincare products before going under the knife. If you decide that plastic surgery is right for you there are products available through his office that will help enormously in the healing process. Dr. Calvert is a board certified plastic surgeon and may be able to help your skin without surgery.

According to wiseGEEK.com, glycolic acid is a fruit acid, better known as an alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA). AHA is derived from sugar cane and is, therefore, considered to be a natural product. Citric acid derived from oranges is also glycolic acid. Here to Help AHA exfoliating cleanser’s key ingredient is glycolic acid, which is ideally used on oily skin, to help unclog pores. This glycolic acid cleanser can even be used as an alternative to an in-office procedure to remove dead skin, such as a facial peel. Patients who have had a cosmetic facial procedure also use AHA cleaner as a way to retain youthful looking skin after they have completed the healing process. To purchase Here to Help AHA cleanser by Dr. Jay Calvert, one of the United States most prominent plastic surgeons, stop by http://www.drcalvert.com/. 

According to the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery Report, in 2008 195,104 cosmetic eyelid surgeries were preformed in the United States, making it the third most popular plastic surgery performed. An eyelid tuck, medically termed a blepharoplasty, is a type of cosmetic surgery whose purpose is to remove sagging, unwanted skin, bulges and hanging skin from around the eye. Excess skin, puffiness, and crow’s feet can be eliminated with an eyelid tuck.

There are four types of eyelid tuck available today: upper eyelid, lower eyelid, transconjunctival and Asian eyelid blepharoplasty. Upper eyelid procedures are used to decrease the amount of surplus skin on the upper eyelid and to cut down puffiness in the inner corners and middle of upper eyelids. Upper eyelid tucks aesthetically improve the shape, depth and position of the crease.

Lower eyelid tucks remove the bags and puffiness resulting in excess fat deposits and skin under the eyes. Younger people have no excess skin on the lower eyelids, and therefore, only have excess fat. Their surgeons may decide to use the transconjunctivial blepharoplasty procedure, where an incision is made inside the lower eyelid and no visible scar is left. Asian eyelid tucks are known as double eyelid procedures and their purpose is to create a natural appearing eyelid crease, without changing the ethnic look.  All of these procedures can be used together or separately.

Eyelid tucks take, on average, one to three hours to perform. Patients are usually given local anesthetic and sedatives during the procedure, though some surgeons prefer to use a general anesthetic. After the procedure is performed, the eyes are lubricated and bandaged. Pain medication is normally prescribed to counteract the affects of the procedure, including tightness and pain. Stitches are removed anywhere from two days to a week post-operation, depending on the patients healing progress.

Eyelid tucks improve self confidence of the patients and can drastically improve the appearance of the eyes. As with all cosmetic procedures, the results are only as good as the surgeon. Be sure to thoroughly research the physician. Does he or she have hospital privaledges? Do they participate in continuing education? Do they have a good reputation? Try to find past patients of your surgeon as references. There are many great Beverly Hills plastic surgeons, one of who is Dr. Calvert. He has excellent references and is well known for his work through the Tyra Show. To set up a consultation, please visit http://www.drcalvert.com/.