Congratulations on your weight loss! Now you are thinking, wow- I feel great, have more energy but if I could just get rid of this excess skin and fat, my clothes would fit better and I could exercise more. Plastic surgery/body contouring can change people’s lives! This is where Dr. Chad Robbins comes into your life. Dr. Robbins is a frequent speaker for local weight loss clinics here in Nashville, TN and believes that having the extra skin and fat removed can bring more confidence in one self? Here at Robbins Plastic Surgery, our motto is “Confidence is Beautiful”.
Body contouring following major weight loss improves the shape and tone of your underling tissue that shapes fat and skin and removes excess sagging fat and skin.
Dramatic weight loss has many benefits. But after weight reduction surgery, or any substantial amount of weight loss, the skin and tissues often lack the elasticity to conform to the reduced body size.
Body contouring procedures may include:
• Arm lift: sagging of the upper arms
• Breast lift: sagging, flattened breasts
• Facelift: sagging of the mid-face, jowls, and neck
• Lower body lifts: sagging of the abdomen, buttocks, groin and outer thighs
• Medial thigh lift: sagging of the inner, outer and mid thigh
• Tummy tuck: apron of excess skin hanging over the abdomen
How has Instagram changed the way millennial’s are approaching plastic surgery procedures? “Our younger patients are showing me images they have of themselves or ones that they aspire to–from Instagram,” said plastic surgeon, Dr. Chad Robbins from Nashville TN. His patients are also bringing in photos of Kylie Jenner (68.9 million followers), Kim Kardashian West (78.2 million followers) and Charlize Theron (1.3 million followers)—all Instagram favorites with huge followings, which isn’t a coincidence. Dr. Robbins has seen what he calls a “dramatic shift” in procedures since the rise of Instagram.
Snapchat offers a glimpse into a celebrity’s lifestyle, along with their expensive and intensive makeup routine; but Instagram is the far superior platform to show off makeup skills, especially since images can be heavily edited with apps Perfect365 (it’s the self-proclaimed “best free makeover app,” with people sharing their own before and after photos) and Facetune.
Enhancements, ranging from lip injections to eyelash extensions, have also grown in popularity since the rise of social media. Snapchat and Instagram have become one of the biggest drivers for new clients to pursue eyelash extensions.
“Women are always looking for ways to step up their Instagram game, take better photos and curate an enviable feed, without having to spend too much editing and filtering their images. Lash extensions help women celebrate their natural features instead of trying to totally change up their looks,” Robbins said. Most customers are looking for Kylie Jenner or Kim Kardashian lashes–which, unsurprisingly, are also the bodies and faces most asked for by plastic surgeons, according to Dr. Robbins.
Finding a balance between healthy vanity and narcissism is important. If you stare at your face for long enough, you’re certain to notice what’s wrong, whether it’s a wrinkle, a too-thin upper lip or lashes that could be just a little bit longer. Some patients think once you correct it using an app, what’s the harm in correcting it in real life? People are bringing in edited photos of themselves to show plastic surgeons.
Dr. Robbins stresses that the key to a happy patient is talking and setting realistic expectations!
Visit us at www.robbinsplasticsurgery.com or call 615-401-9454 today to schedule your consultation.
Most definitely! Routine physician exams, at-home self-breast exams and regular mammograms are all very important and should be continued after your breast augmentation. You should continue your self-breast exams
Breast Implants can make it difficult for the technician to see certain areas of the breast tissue during a mammogram. Here are some important and helpful tips for you when scheduling your next mammogram:
Inform the imaging center that you have implants when scheduling your mammogram
Inform the technician you have implants before the imaging begins
Extra images (a technique called implant displacement) of your breast will be taken
Inform your doctor if you notice any changes
Implant displacement is often easiest on women with implants that are placed sub-muscular and can be uncomfortable during the mammogram, especially on women with capsular contracture.
Is it true that a mammogram can rupture my implant?
The chances of a mammogram rupturing your implant are extremely rare and the value of a mammogram is much greater than the risk of rupture. Be sure to follow the tips above and inform the facility and technician of your implants prior to scheduling and taking breast images.
After breast augmentation, your breasts will feel different therefore it’s important to familiarize yourself of what is now the new normal. Ask your doctor about self exams and finding your implants. Remember, you know your breast better than anyone! Notify your doctor of any changes.
The rise in breast enhancement surgery’s popularity occurred when the silicone implant made its return in 2006. Now, with the addition of the new FDA approved Memory Shape implants by Mentor, breast augmentation has become even more popular as women are given more options to choose from.
The Memory Shape implants have received the nicknames “teardrop” and “gummy bear” implants because of their difference in shape and texture. The implants are said to give women a more natural look and feel compared to previous silicone and saline implants. Dr. Chad Robbins of Nashville, TN say’s “they allow women to achieve more subtle results and are ideal for both reconstruction and enhancement purposes”.
Rather than the traditional cohesive gel, these new silicone implants use memory gel which holds together and resembles the texture of the popular gummy candy when cut in half. This provides women with added comfort and security, in case of rupture, the gel within the implant would stay in solid form therefore preventing the silicone from spreading.
More and more brides and grooms are getting nips and tucks before their wedding day.
Since they have already won the heart of their future husband or wife, cosmetic surgery before the wedding is something they have been thinking about for a long time. On one of the biggest days ever, they want to look and feel their best and improve their self-esteem.
Many people are concerned about how they look in pictures and realizing that these portraits will become family heirlooms, they are adding cosmetic surgery to their wedding budgets.
Here’s a list of some of the most popular procedures that are being considered and the average time prior to that big day the procedure should be done.
Let’s face it; no one wants wrinkles or frown lines EVER! Whether you are considering Botox to diminish those 11’s in the middle of your brows or facial fillers such as Juvederm or Voluma to plump up those cheeks or lips, allow 2-3 weeks for healing. Swelling and bruising can occur and you may need a touch up before the wedding day.
Dieting and exercise starts soon after the engagement for the anxious bride to be but sometimes those stubborn areas of fat still remain. Liposuction is one of the most popular cosmetic procedures chosen before the wedding day. Areas such as abdomen, hips, back, thighs, knees, calves, upper arms and necks are requested and should be done 1 month prior to the wedding. Soreness and bruising may occur. Schedule your consultation with Dr. Chad Robbins, Nashville’s Best Nip and Tuck Doctor, to see if you are a good candidate for liposuction.
If you have lost a lot of weight and have excessive skin or sagging skin, you may need a tummy tuck or a body lift. And for the sagging arm fat that keeps waving when you have stopped…. an arm lift to remove excess fat and skin from your arms will allow for you to wear that sleeveless wedding dress you’ve always dreamed of! Ideally, this should be done several months in advanced so you can have the finale dress fitting after healing and swelling has gone.
Breast Implants are popular among brides. Probably they have been thinking of this for years and after trying on a couple wedding dresses, they are now convinced and ready! Breast surgery should be done 6-8 weeks prior to the wedding day for swelling.
Skin care is something that should begin immediately! If you are considering a facial you may want to talk with your aesthetician about a series of them. Most likely a chemical peel will be recommended to give you that natural glow back on your face. Chemical peels help reduce fine lines and wrinkles, acne scars and pigmentation. Chemical peels should be done 2 weeks prior to your wedding day to allow the shedding of old skin and redness to calm down.
Your skin tells a story, so why wait until later in life to start caring for it. Nurture it with the right skin care products and always wear sunscreen. The benefits will last for many years!
Studies show that an average adult needs between 7.5 and 8 hours of sleep per night. But many people can function with 6 hours’ sleep, and there are also some who need 9 hours or more. The amount of sleep needed to function the next day varies from individual to individual however there’s a strong relationship between sleep and health. As your health improves, your sleep improves — and vice versa.
If You Snooze You Lose
The lack of sleep affects your health but what you may not know is what it can do to your sex life, memory, skin health and even the ability to lose weight. Lack of sleep seems to be related to an increase in hunger and appetite, and possibly to obesity. People who sleep less than six hours a day were almost 30 percent more likely to become obese than those who slept seven to nine hours.
You Look Tired
Most people have experienced sallow skin and puffy eyes after a few nights of missed sleep. But it turns out that chronic sleep loss can lead to lackluster skin, fine lines, and dark circles under the eyes and causing the comment “you look tired”. When you don’t get enough sleep, your body releases more of the stress hormone cortisol. In excess amounts, cortisol can break down skin collagen, the protein that keeps skin smooth and elastic.
When you choose a doctor who is a member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS), you can rest assured your surgeon is qualified to perform your surgery.
Why is it so important to have a board-certified surgeon? Because legally any doctor is permitted to do any procedure — a psychiatrist could do a breast augmentation. If you use a board-certified plastic surgeon, you know he or she has completed three to five years of training in general surgery and a minimum of two to three years of training in plastic surgery, plus they have to take written and oral tests, according to Dr. Chad Robbins of Robbins Plastic Surgery. Board-certified plastic surgeons also have to do continuing medical education and take a written test every 10 years.
Reviews, Reviews, Reviews
Looking up reviews and testimonials can also help you decide on a surgeon. Most reviews will give you information based on their experience with the doctor, their surgery and care after as well as the doctor’s staff. That’s the beauty of technology today… information at your finger tips!
Consultation To Meet The Doctor
Making an appointment to meet with the doctor is very important in choosing the right surgeon for you. Be prepared. Have a list of questions to ask the doctor and his nurse. You will get a good sense of the doctor’s bedside manner as well as a sense of comfort in his abilities and knowledge.
Before and After Pictures
Visit the doctors website and view the before and after gallery. If you don’t find what you are looking for, ask the doctor or nurse if there are any pictures in the office you can view as some patients do not give consent to put their photos online but are willing to use in office only. Patient privacy is and should be a concern for you as well as the office.
If you are interested in having cosmetic surgery in the Nashville, Franklin or Clarksville TN area, please call Dr. Chad Robbins for a personal consultation today at 615-401-9454 or visit our website www.robbinsplasticsurgery.com
There are a lot of products to choose from, but silicone should be one of the key ingredients.
Although Mederma, an onion extract derivative active ingredient, may help keep the scar hydrated, primarily silicone based products are better and many also contain other ingredients that may be synergistic (hydrocortisone or other steroid, sunscreen, etc)
Primarily silicone based products are better and many also contain other ingredients that may be synergistic (hydrocortisone or other steroid, sunscreen, etc)
bioCorneum+ works by hydrating scarred areas, helping the scar to mature through its normal collagen synthesis cycles. This improves the appearance of the scar, and bioCorneum+ has the added advantage of providing sun protection with its SPF 30 rating. Upon application, the bioCorneum+ gel forms a transparent silicone layer over your skin. This waterproof sheet of silicone breathes and flexes. bioCorneum+ gets its name from the stratum corneum, the outer layer of dead skin cells with which the gel binds to protect your healing skin from chemical, biological, and physical harm. In addition to relieving the itching and discomfort of scarred skin, bioCorneum+ has been proven to flatten, soften, and smooth scars, and to reduce discoloration. bioCorneum+ is the only patented silicone scar treatment to offer sun protection factor (SPF) 30, which helps protect healing scars from the darkening effects of sunlight.
Patient compliance is also critical – use often and according to directions or it will not work optimally. NEVER apply products without first discussing them with your surgeon.
Latisse® is a popular prescription product that is used to increase the thickness and length of eyelashes and deepen their color. When used as directed, it doubles the thickness of eyelashes and makes them 25 percent longer. It is safe and 100 percent effective, but several myths about the product persist. Dr. Chad Robbins in Nashville, TN recommends the product and offers the following clarification.
When used correctly, there is no evidence that the treatment changes eye color. The active ingredient in the product was originally marketed as a treatment for glaucoma and applied directly into the eye. Delivered in this fashion, the drug did sometimes darken hazel eye colors. However, when applied to the lashes alone, this side effect has not been reported.
Will It Affect Eyesight or Cause Blindness?
The product will not cause blindness or any vision changes, even if it is accidentally applied directly into the eyes. Latisse® is very safe and effective product.
Can It Permanently Darken the Lash Line?
A few patients have experienced some darkening of the lash line, but this is temporary and reversible upon discontinuing the product.
The sun is essential to good health and contributes to a sense of well-being. However, unprotected exposure to the sun’s ultraviolet (UV) rays can cause premature skin aging and skin cancer. People of all skin colors get skin cancer. In fact, more than 3.5 million people are diagnosed each year in the United States. Dr. Chad Robbins of Robbins Plastic Surgery recommends and personally uses EltaMD sunscreens. Listed are some facts about skin cancer and the importance of using a sunscreen everyday!
There are more cases of skin cancer than the combined incidence of cancers of the breast, prostate, lung and colorectal.
UVA rays age skin cells and can damage their DNA. These rays are linked to long-term skin damage such as wrinkles, but they are also thought to play a role in some skin cancers.
Daily use of a broad-spectrum sunscreen decreases the risk of skin cancer and early skin aging caused by the sun when used with other sun protection measures.
EltaMD broad-spectrum sunscreens contain zinc oxide, a mineral compound, to protect skin against UVA and UVB rays.
Cosmetically elegant and photostable, EltaMD sunscreens are fragrance-free, sensitivity-free, paraben-free and noncomedogenic. Ask your physician or skin care professional to recommend EltaMD sunscreens that are just right for your skin type and lifestyle.
THINK ZINC FOR SERIOUS UV PROTECTION
Zinc oxide means true broad-spectrum protection. Zinc oxide blocks the widest spectrum of UVA and UVB rays, protecting the skin from premature aging and sunburn. Zinc is safe for even the most sensitive skin types.
UVB Rays: The Burning Rays
Mostly affect the outer layer of the skin.
Cause sunburns and tanning that increase the risk of skin cancer.
Vary with time of the day and seasons.
Are stronger in the summer.
UVA Rays: The Aging Rays
Deeply penetrates skin layers, damaging collagen and cells.
Causes wrinkling, loss of elasticity, and pigmentation.
Are up to 50 times more prevalent than UVB rays.
What sun protection measures are important?
The American Academy of Dermatology recommends use of a broad-spectrum sunscreen with SPF of 30 or higher.1
Limit time in the sun, especially from 10 am to 2 pm
Wear protective clothing and sunglasses
How do antioxidants benefit the skin?
Antioxidants help combat skin-aging free radicals associated with ultraviolet (UV) and infrared radiation (IR). Many EltaMD products contain antioxidants such as quercetin, ascorbyl palmitate (vitamin C ester), tocopheryl acetate (vitamin E) and thioctic acid.
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