Over the years, Beverly Hills has become a popular destination for plastic surgery and cosmetic enhancement procedures. Known as one of the most luxurious neighborhoods in the world, Beverly Hills has a reputation for high-end shopping, extravagant mansions, and beautiful people. As a practice considered among the best for plastic surgery in Beverly Hills, CA, Kadz Plastic Surgery tracks the latest trends and techniques to ensure that our patients achieve optimal results from their cosmetic procedures.  Beverly Hills remains on the leading edge of plastic surgery trends in the U.S. As some procedures rise in popularity and others decline, the future of plastic surgery in Beverly Hills is constantly shifting. Pandemic Impact According to the 2020 member survey of the American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (AAFPRS), the COVID-19 pandemic led to a plastic surgery procedure boom.  Millions of people working from home, canceling their vacations, and looking at their faces over video meetings all day contributed to a rise in procedures and a shift in the overall approval of plastic surgery. Additionally, while there used to be a predictable schedule for plastic surgery in Beverly Hills, patients now have more flexibility.  For example, in the past, there was a predictable rise in breast augmentations before spring break. Now, patients can squeeze in a procedure over a long weekend and return to remote work while they finish recovering. Social Media’s Influence In addition to the changes that came with the pandemic, social media remains another primary shaper of plastic surgery trends. In 2016, the AAFPRS first coined “selfie awareness” as a driver of patient procedure requests. The desire to look better on social media continues to play an integral part in which procedures patients choose.  In 2021, 79% of plastic surgeons saw an increase in patients looking to improve their appearance on social media and through video conferencing.  Will Facial Procedures Remain the Top Plastic Surgery in Beverly Hills? In 2019, nose reconstruction (rhinoplasty) became the top plastic surgery in Beverly Hills, finally unseating breast augmentation as the most popular procedure. Additionally, eyelid surgery, facelifts, and liposuction all surged ahead of breast augmentation, leaving it the fifth most popular procedure.  The rise in facial procedures stayed strong through 2020 and 2021, as more people spent their days seeing their faces reflected at them through online meetings and video chats and discovered that they had time to make a change. The 2021 AAFPRS member survey showed a 40% rise in facial procedures over the year — 83% of members say 75% or more of their operations are for facial plastic surgery. This trend marks a considerable rise over 2020 results, which also trended up on facial procedures. However, despite the consistent growth, there’s reason to believe we’ll see a new frontrunner for 2022’s top plastic surgery in Beverly Hills. Body Contouring Competes to Become the Best Plastic Surgery in Beverly Hills, CA As the surge in facial procedures begins to wane, we’re seeing growth in body contouring procedures again. In addition, in the last months of 2021, we saw an increase in liposuction procedures, and that trend appears to be sticking around. According to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS) mid-year report released in June 2022, liposuction remained the top procedure in the first half of the year. Facelifts, breast augmentation, tummy tucks, and breast lifts rounded out the top five most popular surgeries. In addition, we’ve seen a rise in ear pinning for adults, possibly due to ill-fitting masks pulling at the ears or another byproduct of video calls. Plastic Surgery for Men Is Trending One of the most notable plastic surgery trends is the increase in male patients. The surge in plastic surgery procedures has made the practice more commonplace and widely discussed, drawing in more male patients.  As a result, we’ve seen an uptick in ear pinning and gynecomastia procedures to reduce enlarged male breast tissue. Another emerging Beverly Hills trend is the rise in male facial procedures reflecting a desire to retain youthfulness in a competitive market driven by a young workforce. Similarly, we’ve noticed a rise in minimally invasive cosmetic procedures among men, with an increasing number of men trying Botox, fillers, and laser resurfacing treatments.  The Best Plastic Surgery in Beverly Hills, CA: Total Rejuvenation We individually tailor every plastic surgery procedure we perform to each patient’s needs, and the newest trend is to be even more customized.  In addition, patients are seeking multiple services conducted simultaneously to achieve more comprehensive results with less downtime. For example, someone receiving a facelift may undergo liposuction and fat grafting or even add a laser treatment or a chemical peel.  Established combination procedures, such as a mommy makeover, continue to trend high. Similarly, we’ve seen an upward trend in patients choosing our total body makeover treatment, which can combine the following popular procedures: Arm tuck Breast lift Liposuction Tummy tuck Brazilian butt lift Patients seeking a more significant transformation with less downtime have more options and are taking advantage of the highly skilled surgeons available in Beverly Hills. What to Expect for 2023 As we start a new year, we expect changes in trending plastic surgery procedures. There will likely be an increase in younger patients in their 40s and early 50s receiving mini-facelifts to raise their eyelids, smooth their brows, and refine their jawlines.  In addition, anticipate a greater shift toward patients choosing more subtle results, with a decline in overfilled lips, unmoving facial features, and dramatic breast enhancements. Regardless of what’s trending, at Kadz Plastic Surgery, we believe in finding the correct procedure to achieve your aesthetic goals. Our skilled team is ready to discuss your concerns and find the right solution for your needs. Schedule an appointment today, and learn how we can highlight your natural beauty.

After pregnancy, losing weight, or just growing older, breasts can start to sag. They may lose their firmness, causing the nipples to point downward, or they may become asymmetrical.  While breast lift surgery offers a viable solution to sagging breasts, the numerous myths and misconceptions about the procedure can lead to confusion and unrealistic expectations.  If you’re seeking a breast lift in Beverly Hills, CA, it’s critical to work with an experienced, board-certified surgeon. Our team at Kadz Plastic Surgery will ensure that you achieve your desired results.  Learn how to separate fact from fiction when it comes to breast lift procedures. Myth 1: Breast Augmentation and Breast Lifts Are the Same Fact: While breast augmentation can include a breast lift, the two procedures differ. Breast augmentation aims to add volume through implants or a fat transfer. In contrast, a breast lift raises the entire breast, realigning the nipple into a forward position. Some patients opt to add a breast lift to their augmentation surgery, adding volume and fullness to the breasts while improving their shape and increasing fullness. Myth 2: Exercise Can Lift Your Breasts Fact: While exercise is essential to maintaining your health, it cannot lift your breasts back to their original placement. Sagging breasts result from skin laxity, often caused by pregnancy, breastfeeding, aging, genetics, and dramatic weight loss.  Myth 3: Breast Lifts Cause Major Scarring Fact: All surgical procedures leave scars. However, when a skilled, board-certified plastic surgeon performs your operation using minimal incisions placed in your skin’s natural creases, the scarring is inconspicuous and typically only noticeable when you look for it. Myth 4: Breast Lift Procedures Increase Your Breast Size Fact: Breast augmentation increases the size and volume of the breasts. In contrast, breast lift surgery changes the shape and projection of your breasts, causing them to look firmer, perkier, and more youthful. Many patients’ breasts appear larger after breast lift surgery. Post-surgery swelling can cause the breasts to increase in size temporarily. Breast enlargement through swelling reduces a few weeks after your procedure. Generally, a breast lift procedure slightly reduces your breast size. To lift and reshape your breasts, we need to remove excess breast skin to manage elasticity loss that causes sagging.  Additionally, we may remove the skin around enlarged areolas to reduce your nipple size. These adjustments to the breasts’ shape can reduce their overall size. If you hope to maintain or increase your breast size while also lifting your breasts, you may opt to undergo a breast lift that includes implants or a fat transfer. Myth 5: Breast Lift Surgery Results in Permanently Youthful Breasts Fact: Breast lift procedures can’t stop you from aging. As skin ages, it naturally loses its elasticity and firmness, becoming more susceptible to the effects of gravity. So although breast lift surgery creates shapelier, more youthful-looking breasts by removing excess skin, the remaining skin will continue to age.  However, most breast lift patients remain happy with their results for at least the next ten years. Additionally, their breasts continue to display a more youthful appearance, even as they age.  Myth 6: You Can Resume Your Regular Activities Immediately After Surgery Fact: You will have some limitations after surgery, but you should be up and moving that day. After your procedure, walking around is essential. Moving after your surgery decreases the occurrence of blood clots and helps you to recover faster.  However, we advise patients to avoid alcohol and smoking before and after breast lift surgery to promote healing. In addition, while walking, cooking, shopping, and other daily activities are fine, you’ll need to wait four weeks before resuming your exercise routine.  Myth 7: Breast Lift Surgery Is Only for Older Women Fact: Age is not the deciding factor in whether breast lift surgery is the best option for you. While breasts may sag with age, they can also lose their shape and elasticity through weight gain and loss, pregnancy, and breastfeeding.  Some patients’ breasts have a natural tuberous shape. They may want a more traditional round shape that a breast lift can provide at any age. There’s not a magic age when a breast lift becomes worthwhile. What to Expect from Your Breast Lift Ensuring that you’re happy with the results of a breast lift requires aligning your goals with the procedure’s expected outcome. Understanding what a breast lift can and can’t accomplish allows you to choose the best surgery for your needs.  A breast lift can: Reshape your breasts Reposition your breasts Reduce breast sagging Realign asymmetrical breasts Reposition downward-pointing nipples Rejuvenate your breasts’ youthful appearance You can enhance your overall figure by restoring the shape and projection of your breasts. Just as there are many goals a breast lift can accomplish, there are also limitations to the procedure. A breast lift cannot: Remove stretch marks Increase your breast size Drastically reduce your breast size Ideally, you will undergo your breast lift procedure after you’ve completed your family and when you have reached a stable weight. Reducing weight fluctuations allows you to enjoy your results as long as possible. How Do You Know if You Can Benefit from a Breast Lift? The best way to determine whether a breast lift can meet your aesthetic goals is by scheduling an in-person consultation with the professional, experienced team at Kadz Plastic Surgery. If you’re ready to learn more about breast lift surgery in Beverly Hills, CA, call or use our online scheduling tool today to take the first step toward restoring and enhancing your figure.

A breast augmentation is a procedure designed to improve the appearance of the breasts. At Kadz Plastic Surgery in Beverly Hills, CA, Dr. Bruce Kadz proudly offers this procedure to help his clients feel more confident than they have in years. Today, we’re taking a closer look at how this procedure, otherwise known as augmentation mammoplasty, works. We’re also looking at who usually qualifies for this procedure. Let’s get started. How Does a Breast Augmentation Work?  A breast augmentation works in just a few simple steps. First, you need to attend an initial consultation with Dr. Bruce Kadz to determine definitively if you are a good candidate for this procedure. If you’re a good fit, your procedure will be scheduled, and you’ll need to prepare for surgery. On the day of your procedure, you will be anesthetized and incisions will be made through which the implants will be inserted. Often, incisions are made in the natural fold of your breast skin beneath your breast. In other cases, incisions are made under the arm, near the navel, or around the areola’s edge. Where your incisions will be made will be determined during your initial consultation. If you opt for silicone implants, they will be inserted through the incisions and placed appropriately. Then, your incisions will be closed. If you get saline implants, they’ll be inserted, placed, then filled. What Kind of Anesthesia Will Be Administered?  The type of anesthesia administered will be determined during your initial consultation. Most women get general anesthesia, a medication that will both put you to sleep and numb your entire body. This medication is strongly recommended if you are getting a mommy makeover due to the scope of the body improvements. In some cases, though, women get local anesthesia, a medication that only numbs the injection area. It is important to note that the type of anesthesia selected affects the mandatory preparation steps. You’ll need to refrain from drinking anything for two hours pre-op. Similarly, you’ll need to consume no more than clear liquids starting eight hours before surgery. Am I a Good Breast Enhancement Candidate?  You need to sit down with Dr. Bruce Kadz to discuss your health history, current health, and current and recent pharmaceutical consumption. This is required so that he can determine whether this procedure will be safe for you. If it is determined that this procedure will be safe for you, the size, shape, and material of the implant will be discussed. Saline, silicone, and structured silicone implants come with their own benefits. It comes down to what benefits align with your goals. What Incision Location Is Best for Me?  Several factors affect which incision location is ideal for you. Among them are the type of implant you choose, your age, and your weight. If you opt for a saline implant, Dr. Bruce Kadz can make an incision near your navel and use an endoscope to place the implant. The implant won’t be filled until it is in the ideal position. If you opt for a silicone implant, incisions may be made in the underarms, around the areola, or beneath the breast. It may not be advisable to get an incision around each areola if you plan to nurse in the future. It may not be ideal for you to get incisions made beneath your breasts if you are thin and young and have never given birth. This is because your incisions may be a little more visible while they are healing. What Implant Type Is Right for Me?  To reiterate, each implant type brings different benefits to the table. Saline implants are safe for women who are at least 18 years of age, but silicone implants are only FDA-approved for women who are over the age of 21. Saline implants also require a smaller incision because they are not filled until they have been placed. It is rare that incisions greater than one inch in length are necessary. Another reason many women prefer saline implants is that they provide a firmer feel. Moreover, this type of implant provides a rounder look. Some women believe that a silicone implant is right for them because of the natural texture provided by the silicone shell filled with silicone gel. Dr. Bruce Kadz will advise you on the benefits of each implant type and help you determine which best suits your needs and wants. What Implant Placement Is Right for Me?  It may be ideal for your implant to be placed atop the chest muscle if you are worried about the length of your recovery and manipulation of your chest muscle during surgery. It may be ideal for your implant to be placed beneath the chest muscle if you have very little natural tissue in the area. Placement beneath the muscle may also be ideal if you want your results to look as natural as possible. Note that implant placement above the muscle in cases of breast sagging. This is because implant placement beneath the muscle can result in the breasts looking unnaturally high. If you want implants placed beneath the chest muscle, you may need a breast lift in addition to an augmentation to achieve natural-looking results. Am I a Good Candidate for a Breast Lift?  Some of the most common signs that a breast lift could benefit someone include downward-pointing areolas and nipples, enlarged areolas, stretched skin, and one breast being lower than the other breast. There is also a strong likelihood that you will be considered a good breast lift candidate if your breasts could be described as pendulous, flat, or elongated. Moreover, there’s a very good chance you’ll qualify if you feel like you’ve lost a lot of volume or shape. Furthermore, you may qualify for a breast lift if you feel like your breasts are sagging. To determine definitively if your breasts are sagging, you can perform the pencil test in front of your mirror. To get an idea of whether this procedure can benefit you, stand in front of the mirror with your breasts unsupported. Do your nipples fall beneath the natural crease of your breast? If they do, you’ll probably be deemed a good fit for surgery. What Is a Mommy Makeover?  A mommy makeover is a suite of procedures tailored to an individual’s concerns and goals to help them restore their self-confidence. Two of the most popular procedures sought are a breast augmentation and breast lift. These procedures are commonly performed together even when women aren’t interested in improving other areas of the body because the same incisions can usually be used to perform both procedures. Can I Get Liposuction at the Same Time as My Breast Enhancement?  Yes, it is possible to get liposuction at the same time as a breast enhancement. In fact, liposuction is also amongst the most commonly requested procedures with a mommy makeover. Every pregnancy is unique, but most women gain fat during pregnancy. Sometimes, this results in unwanted changes to contours that can’t be reversed without help from a cosmetic surgeon. Liposuction is a fat removal procedure that has been used for decades to slim down trouble areas all over the body. Most often, women ask for help eliminating excess fat pockets from the upper arms, underarms, abdomen, flanks, and hips. It can also be used to remove excess fat from the lower back, middle back, thighs, knees, and buttocks. If you have a moderate or severe amount of excess fat in an area, you may be a good lipo candidate. Do I Qualify for a Tummy Tuck? You may qualify for a tummy tuck if you are concerned with loose or excess abdominal skin. A full tuck will be required if you are displeased with your navel placement or you have concerns about your abdominal muscles. A full tuck can improve both the lower and upper abdominal skin. A mini tuck can only improve the lower abdominal skin. Restore Your Self-Confidence Today A breast augmentation improves your appearance by increasing the size of your breasts. Whether this is done through the placement of implants behind or in front of the chest wall depends on your goals and lifestyle. To find out if this procedure is right for you, schedule an appointment with Dr. Bruce Kadz at Kadz Plastic Surgery in Beverly Hills, CA, now. He’ll help you determine the best implant size, shape, and material for you to improve your aesthetic and confidence.

Achieving one’s body goals can be a struggle, with diet and exercise often falling short. As such, it’s no surprise that tummy tuck procedures are popular in the United States. This procedure offers individuals an opportunity to contour their mid-sections and create the ideal silhouette they desire. For those seeking this treatment in Beverly Hills, CA, Kadz Plastic Surgery is here to help. We ensure a safe and positive experience on your road to achieving your body goals. How Long Do Results Last After a Tummy Tuck? The results of a successful tummy tuck are often permanent. That’s because when fat cells are removed, they cannot grow back. Similarly, because stomach muscles can be tightened during this procedure, those effects are also generally long-lasting. However, new fat cells can still develop in other areas due to weight gain or hormonal changes. Therefore, individuals who have undergone an abdominoplasty procedure will likely want to maintain their body weight if they want to keep their results looking good. 4 Reasons Why You May Need A Tummy Tuck You may want to consider an abdominoplasty procedure if you want to: 1. Tighten Skin and Eliminate Stretch Marks Excessive fat can have a number of negative effects on the skin. It can compromise the elasticity of the skin, leading to sagging and drooping skin. In addition, it can cause chafing and itching, resulting in inflammation and irritation. Excess fat can also reduce the effectiveness of natural healing processes and lead to a weakened immune system, leaving your skin vulnerable to infection. Stretch marks are caused by rapid stretching of the skin due to sudden weight gain. They are characterized by thin lines or stripes that appear on the surface of the skin. Stretch marks occur when collagen production is not able to keep pace with the rapid stretching of the skin, resulting in the tearing or breaking down of elastin fibers within the dermis layer. How This Treatment Can Help This cosmetic treatment offers an effective solution for tightening your skin in treatment areas such as abdominal walls or flanks. This procedure involves surgical removal of excess fat deposits followed by repositioning of remaining tissue into a more aesthetically pleasing form. The procedure also helps remove stretch marks, resulting in a more toned look with fewer signs of aging or other cosmetic damage from formerly excessive fat exposure. 2. Lessen the Effects of Aging As we age, our skin loses its natural elasticity and starts to become less firm and supple. This can lead to wrinkles, sagging, and lines in our faces as well as other parts of the body. One particularly troublesome area for aging individuals is their abdomen, which often becomes saggy and loose due to reduced muscle tone, hormonal changes, and excess fat that accumulates over time. Fortunately, an abdominoplasty procedure can help to lessen the effects of aging on your abdomen by removing excess skin and fat and suturing weakened abdominal muscles. 3. Manage the Effects of Pregnancy Pregnancy is an incredible time for many women, but it can also have a significant effect on the skin’s elasticity and body shape. As the abdominal area grows during pregnancy, the skin stretches and becomes less elastic. This change in elasticity can cause stretch marks and other forms of skin discomfort. Additionally, many mothers tend to gain excessive weight during this period due to hormonal fluctuations and lifestyle changes associated with childbirth and childcare. Fortunately, a tummy tuck procedure can help manage these effects and restore one’s pre-pregnancy body shape. 4. Bypass the Reality of Genetics Genetics play a major role in how our body stores and gains weight. Genetics can determine how quickly or slowly our metabolism works, how much fat our body can store, and the likelihood of developing certain conditions that cause weight gain, such as insulin resistance. Genetics are usually challenging to control when it comes to maintaining a healthy weight. Despite this, there is still hope for those struggling with a genetic predisposition to excess fat and skin. A surgical procedure can help bypass your genetics and reduce the amount of fat stored in your abdominal area. Who Is Not a Good Candidate for This Treatment? Those Planning on Getting Pregnant If you plan on getting pregnant, it’s generally best if you wait until after pregnancy and childbirth before considering this intervention for body contouring. This is because pregnancy can cause the skin to stretch, undermining the effects of the surgery and nullifying the goal of achieving a tighter midsection. Furthermore, any major scarring near the abdomen will be more likely to tear during pregnancy or delivery. Anyone Planning To Lose Significant Amounts of Weight If you are considering significant weight loss after this cosmetic procedure, the impact of fluctuating skin elasticity can negatively affect the outcome of your treatment. It is recommended that you reach your desired goal weight prior to having this procedure. This way, the surgeon can tailor the procedure to better suit your needs and you will have more aesthetically pleasing results. Those With Chronic Conditions, Like Diabetes For those individuals with a chronic condition like diabetes, undergoing an abdominoplasty procedure may not be the safest option for achieving the desired body shape. Diabetes is associated with various metabolic and hormonal derangements that can have an effect on healing and wound formation after surgery. In particular, having abnormal blood glucose levels involves a higher risk of excess bleeding and delayed tissue healing. We highly recommend controlling your blood glucose levels beforehand in order to ensure satisfactory healing and optimal results from this operation. Smokers Smoking doesn’t just have an effect on your health and appearance, it also can impede the healing process of cosmetic surgeries. The healing process takes up to two months following the surgery. Smoking during this period increases your risk for complications such as delayed healing, infection, and poor aesthetic results due to necrosis. To ensure a successful outcome from any surgical procedure as well as reduce complications associated with this treatment, smokers must stop smoking at least four weeks before their appointment. Those With Complications From Previous Abdominal Surgeries If you have had complicated surgery on your abdomen in the past, then this treatment may not be the best option for you. This is because the procedure will involve incisions and manipulation of an area that has already experienced surgical intervention. During your consultation, it’s crucial to fully explain any past abdominal surgical history in order to determine whether an abdominoplasty procedure is safe. In some cases, our board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Kadz may suggest alternative treatments or techniques to better suit your situation. Those With a Body Mass Index Greater Than 30 Having a body mass index (BMI) over 30 increases your risk of complications should you ever need to undergo a surgical procedure. This is because individuals of this weight can have slower wound healing, an increased risk of infection, and more fluid accumulation than those with a lower BMI. Additionally, the risk of cardiovascular complications caused by anesthesia and surgery further increases with a higher BMI. If you can reduce your BMI before any type of surgery, there are more chances that the procedure will produce desired results without increased risk of post-surgical complications. Reducing your BMI does not happen overnight; it needs persistence and patience. Living healthier and losing weight towards reaching a lower BMI could make all the difference when it comes to your safety during surgical procedures. Combination Procedures Combining cosmetic procedures can deliver incredible results for those seeking to reduce body fat, enhance the shape of their figure, and restore lost volume in certain areas. A mommy makeover, for example, is a combination procedure package that typically includes implants, abdominoplasty, and breast augmentation. Combining these key procedures can provide some truly amazing results for women who have lost elasticity due to pregnancy or age-related changes in their bodies. The end result is often an improved shape of the midsection with more attractive curves and contours along with firmer tissue that looks years younger than before. Start Feeling Confident in Your New Figure Achieving the flat stomach you’ve been after is within reach when you consider a tummy tuck procedure offered at Kadz Plastic Surgery. Dr. Kadz has the ability to contour your midsection and give you a flatter, more sculpted look. The best part? The results are permanent! End your struggle with an ever-expanding waistline, and come visit us at Kadz Plastic Surgery in Beverly Hills, CA today.

Rhinoplasty, otherwise known as a nose job, is an incredibly versatile procedure. At Kadz Plastic Surgery in Beverly Hills, CA, Dr. Bruce Kadz finds that people usually seek this procedure to improve cosmetic problems, like asymmetry or a displeasing size or shape. It is also common for people to come to us with concerns about the bridge of their nose and breathing problems. Today, we’re taking a closer look at how long the results of this procedure last and much more. Is Rhinoplasty Permanent? Rhinoplasty is considered permanent, but in rare cases, a follow-up procedure is necessary. For example, you may need to come in for a follow-up procedure if your nose is injured, making your septum crooked and disrupting your breathing. As another example, there is a chance that you will need to come in again to treat nasolabial folds. However, depending on the nature of your nasolabial folds, you may just need Juvederm or Botox injections. Who Is a Good Nose Job Candidate? Generally, you can expect to be considered a good candidate for a nose job if you are concerned about the appearance or functionality of your nose and you are relatively healthy. To ensure this procedure will be safe for you, we need to discuss your health in depth. First, you should be prepared to talk about the drugs and supplements you are currently taking. If you are on blood-thinners, you will need to stop taking them for 72 hours prior to surgery. There are also a number of other preparation and aftercare guidelines you will need to follow to be considered a good fit for surgery. Remember to talk to your primary care physician before discontinuing the use of any drugs or supplements you currently take daily. If your doctor tells you it’s not safe to stop taking your medications, you may be a poor candidate. Who Is a Poor Rhinoplasty Candidate?  Even if you are concerned about the appearance or functionality of your nose, you may be considered a poor fit for this procedure if you suffer from certain medical conditions. For example, you will need to reschedule your procedure if you are suffering from an acute illness, like a viral infection, that may affect your procedure or recovery. You also will not qualify for this procedure if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. What Preparation Steps Will I Need To Take? We will advise you on all of the preparation steps you will need to take during your initial consultation. One of the most important preparation steps to take is to discontinue the use of any drugs or supplements that can affect blood clotting, like NSAIDs, MAOIs, or vitamin E supplements. Fatty acid supplements, garlic supplements, and Ginkgo biloba supplements should be avoided for the same reason. It is also very important that you do not consume alcohol or tobacco prior to your procedure. This is because you need to have normal blood pressure to qualify for surgery, and the aforementioned substances can increase your blood pressure significantly. Other things to avoid prior to surgery include skin irritation, excessive caffeine consumption, and excessive sodium consumption. Will I Need To Buy Anything Special for My Recovery? It is a very good idea to pick up your prescription medications prior to your procedure. Even if you don’t want or need to take the analgesics, you will need to take a full course of antibiotics exactly as they have been prescribed. You also may want to purchase a case or two of water and healthy ingredients or premade foods that you can throw together easily for dinner. Moreover, you may want to purchase a saline-based nasal spray. During the first portion of your recovery, you will not be able to blow your nose. If your nose feels itchy, you may want to use a nasal spray to calm your sinuses instead of waiting for the sensation to pass. Alternatively, you can make your own nasal spray with sterile water. Just make sure you boil the water and let it cool before adding the other ingredients if you don’t have distilled water. Will I Need To Arrange for a Ride Home After Surgery? Yes, you will need to secure transportation home after your procedure. Regardless of the type of anesthesia you receive to keep you calm and comfortable during your procedure, you will not be able to drive for at least 24 hours afterward. Effects of anesthetics vary from person to person, but the likelihood is high that your reflexes will be dampened significantly, making it unsafe for you to operate heavy machinery, like cars. How Long Will My Recovery Take?  You can generally expect your skin to take around six months to recover fully from the incisions made. If cartilage was grafted onto your nose to increase its size or smooth out depressions along the bridge, it may take closer to 11 to 13 months to recover from surgery fully. However, you should be aware that you won’t need to take more than a week or two off from work to recover. What Can I Expect During the Recovery Process?  You can expect your recovery process to be pretty quick, comfortable, and convenient. However, there are restrictions you will need to adhere to. For example, you will need to wear glasses as little as possible during the middle portion of your recovery. For a while, you will be instructed to wear a protective splint over your nose. The splint is hard enough that you can wear your glasses as you usually would without damaging the soft cartilage and skin during recovery. However, there will come a time that the protective splint is removed. For a while after this time, you will need to wear glasses as little as possible so you don’t put too much pressure on your nose as it continues to heal. You may need to buy contacts to wear during this time if you need to wear your glasses all day. If you need reading glasses, you may prefer to get special lightweight frames that won’t harm your nose during recovery. What Can I Do To Speed Up My Recovery Process?  You need to make taking care of yourself your top priority if you want to recover from surgery as quickly as possible. To accomplish this, you will need to take several steps, including sleeping right, hydrating, and nourishing your body. Here’s a closer look at some of the most important things to do. Sleep Right As a general rule of thumb, you should aim to get between seven and nine hours of uninterrupted sleep during the first couple of weeks post-op. Your skin will work around the clock to heal itself from the incisions made to improve your nose. However, most of the healing takes place during the rapid eye movement stage of the sleep cycle. The REM stage occurs at the end of the sleep cycle, and sleep cycles typically last for 90 minutes at a time. Therefore, if you wake up every hour, you probably won’t spend as much time as you could in the REM stage of the sleep cycle. Regardless of how long you sleep before you wake up, the sleep cycle starts from the beginning each time you fall back asleep. If you find it hard to stay asleep at night due to excessive nighttime urination, stop hydrating several hours before bed and limit your caffeine intake. Hydrate Hydration is another key piece of the puzzle if you are concerned about recovering as quickly as you can. Make sure that you drink at least six cups of water every day. If your urine isn’t extremely pale, increase your intake of hydrating fluids. Note that coffee and tea, like water, are considered hydrating fluids. You can also increase your hydration by eating more foods with a high water content, like broccoli, kale, and spinach. Schedule Your Initial Consultation Today A nose job is considered permanent, but a follow-up procedure may be necessary in the future if an injury occurs. Also, skin sags and wrinkles as we age, so you may want to get nasolabial folds treated several years after your procedure. To find out for sure whether rhinoplasty is appropriate for you, an initial consultation to discuss your health and goals is required. Schedule an appointment at Kadz Plastic Surgery in Beverly Hills, CA with Dr. Bruce Kadz today.

According to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, 62% of mothers would like to have a mommy makeover. This surgical procedure can help women who have sagging skin, excess fat, and other childbirth-related concerns. At Kadz Plastic Surgery, mommy makeovers are some of our most popular procedures. Learn more about this surgical option.  What Is a Mommy Makeover? A mommy makeover is the popular name for a series of procedures performed in the same surgical session. These procedures work to improve the areas of the body most affected by childbearing.  We personalize each mommy makeover to ensure you receive the exact procedures you want. Your surgery might include some of the following: Breast augmentation or reduction Tummy tuck Breast lift Liposuction Mommy makeovers can restore or add volume to your breasts and reduce sagging while also improving symmetry. During the procedure, we can also remove excess skin and fat from your abdomen and repair stretched abdominal muscles.  A breast augmentation is a surgical procedure that uses breast implants to increase breast size. We place the implants under the breast tissue or chest muscles to give you the breast size you want.  If your breasts droop, a breast augmentation alone will not fix the problem. You will need to combine it with a breast lift, which modifies the position of the breasts to give you a more flattering figure. For women whose breasts are larger than they would prefer, a breast reduction can be included in a mommy makeover. During a breast reduction, we remove excess fat, skin, and tissue to shape your breasts into a more suitable size for your frame.  If you have excess sagging skin in your abdominal region, you might include a tummy tuck as part of your mommy makeover.  After childbearing, the skin around your abdomen might not return to normal. A tummy tuck is an effective way to get rid of this excess skin and tighten lax abdominal muscles. You can also combine a tummy tuck with liposuction to remove excess fat.  Ideal candidates for a mommy makeover include women who have fully recovered from childbirth and who have finished breastfeeding. It is a good choice for women who do not plan on having additional children and who are in good overall health. You will need to take some time to recover, so having help is essential.  If you smoke, have unrealistic expectations, plan to have children in the future, or have not finished breastfeeding, you may not be eligible for a mommy makeover procedure.  Benefits of Mommy Makeover Surgery One of the most important benefits of mommy makeover surgery is that you can get many procedures done simultaneously. This means you will not have to worry about going under anesthesia multiple times.  A mommy makeover procedure can help you improve areas that do not respond effectively to exercise and dieting. Pockets of stubborn fat, especially around the abdomen, can seem impossible to get rid of. With a mommy makeover that includes liposuction, however, you can get the results you’ve been working for.  Preparing for a Mommy Makeover  The first step to getting a mommy makeover procedure is to come for a consultation. We will assess your options and get your full medical history. Tell us about any cosmetic procedures you may have undergone in the past and any medications you take.  We will let you know about the lab tests and medical evaluations you will need before the procedure.  As you prepare for the procedure, we will ask that you stop taking blood-thinning medications. You will also have to stop smoking or using any nicotine products. A week before surgery, you should avoid drinking alcohol. The night before surgery, you will need to stop eating and drinking after midnight. Make sure to shave the night before and not on the day of the surgery.  The Procedure and Recovery On the day of your mommy makeover surgery, come to our center without makeup, without contact lenses, and dressed in comfortable clothes. We will put you under general anesthesia and then begin the procedure.  The length of the surgery will depend on which procedures we perform. It is an outpatient procedure, however, so you can expect to go home the same day.  Once we finish the surgery, we will keep you in a recovery room to monitor you for a little while, and then you can go home. You will need someone to drive you.  During the first week or so, we will ask you to wear a compression garment. You should rest as much as possible, avoid blood-thinning medications, and take any prescribed medications exactly as directed.  After the first week, you can return to light activities, but you should avoid lifting anything heavier than five pounds. You will have several follow-up appointments so that we can check on your recovery and results. After about six weeks, you will be able to return to most of your regular activities, including exercise. You can expect to start seeing the full mommy makeover results two months after surgery.  Get a Mommy Makeover in Beverly Hills, CA If you find yourself struggling with stubborn fat pockets, sagging breasts, or excess skin after having a child, you can turn to a mommy makeover procedure to get you closer to your pre-baby body.  At Kadz Plastic Surgery in Beverly Hills, CA, we offer state-of-the-art surgical procedures to help you get the body you have always wanted. Call us today to learn more about mommy makeovers.