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. 

A tummy tuck procedure, also called an abdominoplasty, is consistently one of the most popular surgical cosmetic procedures in the United States. Each year, surgeons perform an average of 140,000 tummy tucks in the country, according to the Aesthetic Society, allowing people to get the sleeker abdomen they have always dreamed of.  If you want the best tummy tuck surgeon in Beverly Hills, look no further. At Kadz Plastic Surgery, we offer the surgical options you need to look your best. Learn more about this procedure to see if it is the right choice for you.  What Is a Tummy Tuck? A tummy tuck is a surgical procedure that can help improve the appearance and shape of the abdomen. During the surgery, we remove excess fat and skin from the region while tightening muscles in the abdominal wall.  Some of the reasons you might have excess skin or weakened abdominal muscles include: Losing a significant amount of weight   Going through a pregnancy Genetics Surgery Aging For mothers who have had a C-section, we can often make the tummy tuck incision in the same area. Tummy tuck surgery can also help remove stretch marks in the area.  You can choose to have a tummy tuck in Beverly Hills in combination with other surgeries, like liposuction or breast augmentation, or as part of a mommy makeover. The best candidates for a tummy tuck are people in good overall health who have realistic expectations and who have made a commitment to following a healthy diet and exercise regimen.  It might not be the best option if you: Plan on getting pregnant Plan to lose significant amounts of weight Have a chronic condition, like diabetes Smoke Have had complications from previous abdominal surgeries Have a body mass index greater than 30 If you are not the best candidate for the procedure, we can help you find an alternative treatment.  Benefits of a Tummy Tuck Surgery Aside from improving the shape and size of your abdominal region, a tummy tuck can also help by strengthening your core. By tightening your abdominal muscles, the procedure might alleviate back pain and posture issues.  This procedure can also prevent hernias because stronger abdominal muscles can keep you from putting unnecessary stress on your stomach.  Many women find that a tummy tuck helps them regain control over their bodily functions. After pregnancy or with aging, many women experience reduced bowel or bladder control. Strengthening abdominal muscles might reduce these problems.  Getting rid of fat in the abdominal region can be very difficult, and removing excess skin without surgery is almost impossible, so a tummy tuck procedure can be the most effective way to reach your figure goals. Prepping for a Tummy Tuck When you schedule a consultation with us, we will assess your abdominal area to see if this surgical option is the best one for your needs. We will also get your full medical history and a list of medications you take.  Because a tummy tuck requires you to go under general anesthesia, we need to ensure you are healthy enough for the procedure. We may require a medical evaluation and a few tests.  To help you get the best results from the procedure, we will ask you to stop smoking for at least a few weeks before surgery and to avoid using blood-thinning medications like aspirin and ibuprofen. You should also maintain a stable weight before the procedure. If your BMI is too high, we may require that you lose a bit of weight before surgery.  You will have downtime with a tummy tuck, so make sure to have someone who can help you as you recover.  Surgery and Recovery On the day of the procedure, come to our center without wearing makeup, contact lenses, or jewelry, and bring comfortable clothes you can change into. It is a good idea to choose button-down options so that you do not have to lift your arms over your head.  Once you are under general anesthesia, we will begin the procedure. We will remove excess skin and tighten abdominal muscles, depending on your particular needs.  The surgery can take anywhere from one to five hours. Afterward, we will place you in a recovery room and monitor you for a few more hours. Once you are ready, you can go home.  We will give you a compression garment to wear for a few days, along with instructions on how to take care of the incision site. We will also advise you on how to sit and sleep so that you put the least amount of stress on your abdomen.  For most people, one week off from work is usually enough. Expect to avoid strenuous exercise for four to six weeks, however.  You will have to wait a few months to see the results of a tummy tuck, but you don’t have to worry about excess skin or fat returning to your abdomen unless you gain a lot of weight.  Turn to the Best Tummy Tuck Surgeon in Beverly Hills If you want to get rid of excess skin, tighten abdominal muscles, and remove pockets of stubborn fat from your abdominal region, a tummy tuck can be the right option.  For a tummy tuck in Beverly Hills, CA, turn to Kadz Plastic Surgery. We perform skilled tummy tuck surgeries, and we can combine a tummy tuck with liposuction or other procedures to give you a full-body makeover. Let us help you get the sleeker abdomen you want. Contact us today to learn more. 

Having confidence in your appearance can have a positive effect on virtually all aspects of life, from your relationships with others to success in business scenarios. While we all eventually age and develop lines and wrinkles along the way, Botox therapy offers a quick and effective way of treating these types of issues. Here at Kadz Plastic Surgery in Beverly Hills, CA, we offer this therapy as both a corrective and preventative treatment. Because it can be used in both scenarios, we tend to see patients of all ages in our office. Although there are some additional benefits to receiving regular therapy sessions and starting earlier in life, your reasons for wanting treatment and your aesthetic goals are what’s most important. So, no matter your age, here’s how this popular cosmetic treatment works and why it can be suitable for just about anyone. What’s the Typical Age To Get Botox? This therapy can be beneficial for adults of all ages, and the typical age of our average patient ranges anywhere between 20 and 60 years old. This is because Botox therapy can be used for different reasons and to treat different types of cosmetic conditions. Regardless of your age, you can use this treatment as either a corrective or preventative approach to aging. Preventative Treatments Many of our patients who are in their 20s and 30s use this treatment as a preventative measure and book regular appointments with us every three to four months to keep the skin soft while preventing lines and wrinkles from developing. Corrective Treatments Most of our older patients use it as a corrective measure to treat these types of issues after they’ve already become visible, but even older patients can benefit from the preventative benefits that come with regularly scheduled treatments since new wrinkles and lines can appear at any time in life. How Does This Therapy Work? Botox is an FDA-approved medication that’s used for many purposes, most notably in the treatment of expression lines. These lines are the types that come about from facial expressions, which can become more noticeable and even permanent over time. However, Botox therapy can be highly effective at treating these types of lines, even when they’ve been long-lasting or unresponsive to other treatments. This medication works by blocking acetylcholine, which is a neurotransmitter responsible for muscle contractions. With a few injections to each targeted area, we can relax the muscles that contribute to lines and wrinkles, and in many cases, this leads to an improvement in texture with healthier-looking skin and a revitalized appearance as the main result. How Quickly Will I See Results? This medication begins to settle into the treated muscles almost immediately after it’s injected, but its effects can take some time to appear, mainly because of how acetylcholine works within the body. Since Botox blocks the production of this neurotransmitter, you won’t notice any significant effects until any existing acetylcholine is removed from the body. Botox injections can’t affect acetylcholine that has already attached itself to muscles before treatment, as only the body can effectively remove this. Therefore, it can take between one to two weeks for the effects of this therapy to become noticeable, since this is how long it sometimes takes for the body to process and remove any pre-circulating acetylcholine. What Can I Expect During Treatment? When you arrive at our office for your appointment, the therapy process is normally very quick and easy and typically starts with a consultation. Here’s what you can expect from start to finish: 1. Consultation After you schedule your first appointment with us, we’ll want to conduct a consultation and exam just before your treatment session so that we can answer all your questions while assessing both your skin and muscles. Aside from lines and wrinkles, we’ll want to know about any health conditions you currently have or have had in the past, as well as any surgeries. If you’re taking any medications that either thin the blood or have anti-inflammatory effects, you should discuss this with your doctor beforehand to see if it’s possible to stop taking these temporarily until at least 48 hours after your treatment with us. 2. Treatment Session Treatment begins with us palpating any facial muscles that we’ll be treating to gauge how much medication we should use for each one. We’ll then fill a syringe with a very small amount of the medication and inject it into the muscles with expert precision. Because we use conservative amounts and are trained and certified to administer this treatment, the whole process is a safe one and shouldn’t take longer than about 15 minutes. 3. Post-Care Instructions Once the injections are finished, we’ll then provide you with some post-care instructions for taking care of your skin while the medication is circulating within the muscles and doing its job. This is just to make sure that you receive the most optimal results, though there’s no downtime, and you won’t have to worry about any long recovery periods. How Long Do the Results Last? Three to four months is the average time frame that the results of this treatment typically last, though some patients have experienced as many as six months, and this is not uncommon. Sometimes this can be explained by a person’s metabolism, diet, physical activity, or general health. Other times, it may simply boil down to their genetics or other things beyond your control. What we do know is that those who receive regular treatments often enjoy longer-lasting results, and for different reasons. The muscles can become less hypertonic over time, leading to softer muscles that are more responsive to treatment. Feeling confident about one’s appearance can reduce stress and reduce muscle tone as well. Then there’s vitamin E, a nutrient that evidence is starting to show may play a role in extending the effects of this therapy. Are There Any Other Ways To Prolong the Results? While there is no sure-fire way to extend the results of this treatment beyond the average three-to-four-month time range, the following things may help in this regard: Light exercise Gentle skincare Reducing stress Eating nutritiously Proper fluid intake Avoiding sun damage Refraining from alcohol   What Are the Benefits of This Therapy? Because this therapy targets both the skin and muscles by stimulating collagen and reducing muscle contractions, it has the following benefits as a cosmetic treatment: Relaxes Tense Muscles Stress and frequent facial expressions can tense the muscles and lead to increased muscle tone. Not only is this noticeable to others in the form of lines and wrinkles as we age, but it can cause a feeling of tension in the face as well. This medication relaxes muscles, leading to both aesthetic and physical improvements in this regard. Reduces Wrinkles Wrinkles can form because of regular contractions from muscles that raise the surface of the skin in some areas and a reduction of collagen that prevents these areas from returning to a flat, tightened position. When muscle contractions are paralyzed by this medication, the skin can remain undisturbed and wrinkles become less prominent. Diminishes Lines Facial lines often develop as a result of lower collagen levels in the skin, which occurs naturally as we age. As this treatment is capable of increasing collagen levels, the skin can become more supple and lines often begin to fade or diminish in appearance as a result. Improves Complexion Long-known as a rejuvenating therapy, many patients report that their skin looks brighter and healthier with regular Botox treatments, and this is for several different reasons. The collagen-stimulating effects help restore a softer texture to the skin, while the muscle-relaxing effects allow the skin to relax as well so that it can repair itself. Preserves Elasticity The skin naturally loses elastin over time, and aside from aging, another reason for this is because of muscle contractions that continually stretch the skin. When Botox is used to regularly relax the muscles, this can help preserve skin elasticity over time. Schedule With Us Today As the most popular anti-aging therapy available today, Botox has earned its reputation based on its effectiveness, safety profile, and quick injection process with no downtime. To get started with this treatment, contact us today at Kadz Plastic Surgery in Beverly Hills, CA, and we’ll schedule your first appointment on a day and time that’s convenient for you. We look forward to helping you achieve your aesthetic goals, and we’ll be here to answer any remaining questions you might have.

Although pregnancy is a wonderful journey many women decide to take, the changes to your body after you have given birth can often be frustrating. If you have tried to restore your pre-pregnancy form with diet and exercise, but you haven’t had much luck, it may be time to consider a body makeover procedure. Dr. Bruce Kadz in Beverly Hills, CA knows that a mommy makeover is an ideal surgical option for many mothers. How Do You Get Ready for a Body Makeover? To get ready for a full body makeover, you will need to follow many steps that will prepare you for invasive plastic surgery. A mommy makeover is a procedure that includes liposuction for a tummy tuck, breast augmentation, skin excision, and abdominal tightening. To get ready for a full-body plastic surgery procedure, you will need to complete labs, medical evaluations, and scans. Complete Labs The most important lab you will need to complete before your surgery is a CBC, which will look at the red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelet count in your blood. This lab work is important as it will identify any major health risks that will disqualify you from surgery. For example, if your white blood cell count is high, this could indicate you have an active infection. Low red blood cells could indicate anemia. And a low platelet count could indicate potential clotting problems that will complicate your procedure. Complete Medical Evaluation You also need to complete a medical evaluation, either with your primary care physician or with your plastic surgeon. A medical evaluation will assess the health of your lungs, cardiovascular system, and other major body systems. Because a plastic surgery procedure such as this one will involve the use of general anesthesia, you must be able to pass your medical evaluation to be qualified for surgery. Complete Scans Finally, you may need to complete certain scans depending on the exact procedures involved in your body makeover. For example, if you plan to have a breast augmentation with breast implants, you will need to complete a mammogram before you can have the surgery. A mammogram will give your surgeon a baseline of your breast health, which may be important if you have been breastfeeding. Your Preparation Guidelines To get ready for a full body makeover, there are several preparation guidelines you will need to follow during the two weeks leading up to your procedure. By following these preparation guidelines, you will enhance the outcome of your procedure and make your recovery much easier. The most important preparation guidelines to follow include: Stop Tobacco and Alcohol Consumption You will need to temporarily stop all tobacco and alcohol consumption. This includes cigarettes, chewing tobacco, cigars, wine, beer, and other forms of liquor. Nicotine and alcohol are both associated with increased cardiovascular risk. In particular, tobacco restricts blood flow and oxygen, while alcohol can cause blood thinning. Both of these substances can contribute to poor wound healing. Reduce Caffeine Intake You will also need to reduce your caffeine intake. Although many people don’t consider caffeine to be a drug, it is a stimulating substance that has a direct impact on your cardiovascular health. This is because excessive caffeine intake can raise your heart rate and blood pressure. Whether you regularly consume coffee, energy drinks, tea, or chocolate, reducing your caffeine intake before your procedure will improve your surgical outcome. Stop Using Certain Vitamins or Supplements There are several vitamins and supplements you may need to stop using before your procedure. If you take vitamins with a high concentration of vitamin C, this could cause blood thinning or easier bruising. Other herbal supplements can also cause blood thinning, such as fish oil or ginkgo. Be sure to share all of the vitamins and supplements you may be taking with your physician. Revise Current Medications Finally, you may need to revise certain medications that you’re currently taking. While you can usually continue to take psychotropic drugs without any interruption, certain cardiovascular medications may need to be temporarily reduced for at least one week before your procedure. This is particularly true if you’re taking anti-inflammatory or blood-thinning medications. What Should Your Recovery Plan Include After a Mommy Makeover? Because this procedure often involves many areas of the body, your total recovery time usually takes between four and six weeks. During this recovery period, you will need to follow several instructions so you can bounce back more quickly after your surgery. For example, one thing you will need to do during your recovery is sleep on your back, particularly if your mommy makeover included a tummy tuck or breast augmentation. For some, it may be ideal to sleep slightly elevated as well. If it’s comfortable for you, sleeping in a recliner chair for the first week or so can make it easier to stay on your back during slumber. Other elements of your recovery plan may include: Time Off Work You will need to arrange for time off of work for at least one to two weeks. Although some patients can work from home, going into the office every day or keeping up with a strenuous occupation that has you moving around on your feet all day is not advised. Time off work will give your body enough rest to adequately recover from your procedure. Help With Housework You will likely need help completing housework for the first two weeks after your treatment. Housework includes everything from sweeping to doing laundry, so you will need to arrange for help from friends, family, or a housekeeping service. Along with housework, you may want to arrange for childcare help, such as with a nanny or your in-laws. If you have young children that need to be looked after constantly, help with child-rearing can take a lot of stress off your recovery time. Meal Preparation It’s a good idea to complete meal preparation before your procedure. If you can cook and freeze food in advance, or stock your kitchen with easy-to-make meals such as salads and sandwiches, you can have an easier recovery period. Meal preparation is ideal since this will ensure you’re eating healthy and nutritious meals. Although ordering takeout is always an option, the high level of grease and salt in take-out food is not an ideal diet after a major surgical procedure. The healthier you can eat, the more quickly your body will recover. Light Activity Although you will be restricted from engaging in any strenuous exercise or heavy lifting for the first two weeks after your procedure, you will be encouraged to maintain light activity. Walking around your house or going on short walks around your neighborhood is encouraged, as this will keep your blood flow healthy. You should start light activity the day after your procedure. Wound Care and Compression You also need to follow certain wound care instructions, which will include cleaning and bandaging your wound and using any prescriptions that have been prescribed to you. During your recovery, you will be instructed to wear compression garments on areas that have been treated with liposuction. If you had any breast augmentation procedures, you might also be directed to wear a compression bra. Usually, you will wear compression garments for at least four to six weeks. Are You a Good Candidate for a Mommy Makeover? Aside from passing certain labs and examinations that will approve you for invasive plastic surgery, there are a few other qualifications you will need to meet to be eligible for a body makeover. For example, you must be willing to commit to a healthy lifestyle that will prolong your results. If you gain an excessive amount of weight, you will undo all the results of your surgery, so following a healthy diet and exercise plan is always best. You may be a candidate for this surgical procedure if you want to rejuvenate your body after pregnancy, particularly if you want to restore your body shape more quickly. To qualify for this procedure, you must not have been pregnant or given birth in at least the last six months. Restore Your Body Image Motherhood is a gift, but it can produce drastic changes in your body. If you want to restore your body image, you may want to consider a procedure such as a mommy makeover. This full body makeover can address concerns in your middle section and breasts, which can help restore your pre-pregnancy body shape. To learn more about your qualifications for this procedure, contact Dr. Bruce Kadz in Beverly Hills, CA today.

Many women wish they could change one or more things about their breasts. Whether it’s the size, shape, texture, or profile that you’re interested in altering, we can address all of your concerns at Kadz Plastic Surgery in Beverly Hills, CA.  Keep reading to learn if breast augmentation surgery might be the right choice for you.  What Is Breast Augmentation?  Breast augmentation, known colloquially as a “boob job,” is a plastic surgery procedure to increase the size and fullness of the breasts. It is one of the most popular plastic surgery procedures and addresses several common breast-related concerns.  During this surgery, we make two small incisions and place the proper implants to achieve the specific results you’re looking for.  Types of Breast Implants When thinking about breast implants, there’s more to consider than just size. There are three main types of breast implants to choose from, and each one comes in various sizes and profiles. The main difference among implant types is what material they’re filled with and how they feel to the touch.   Saline  Saline implants are made from a silicone shell, which is placed in your breast and then filled with a predetermined amount of saline solution. This type of implant usually provides a firm, round appearance that’s ideal for women who want to restore volume to their upper breast area.  Another advantage of saline implants is that in the event of a rupture — which is rare — your body will safely reabsorb the sterile saline solution.  Silicone Like saline implants, silicone implants also have an outer shell made of silicone. However, this type of implant is filled with silicone gel before the surgeon places it under your skin. Many people find that silicone implants are softer than saline implants and look and feel a little more like real breasts.   Gummy Bear  Gummy bear implants are a specialized type of silicone implants that provide a natural-looking middle ground between saline and silicone. They are filled with a thicker gel than regular silicone implants, which gives them a slightly firmer feel. But they are still softer and yield to touch more than saline implants.  Gummy bear implants are said to closely resemble the look and feel of the full, natural breasts of a younger woman. In addition, gummy bear implants are known for holding their shape for many years.  Which Implant Size and Type Are Right for Me? The implant size and type that are right for you will depend on several factors, including your frame and what kind of profile you’re hoping to achieve. For example, if you want subtle, natural-looking results, we might recommend a small teardrop implant that will add a little volume and create a natural body shape. We will discuss your concerns and assess your condition when you come in for a consultation. We’ll also help you determine which implants are right for you.  How Are Breast Implants Placed?  Whichever type of implant you choose, we will have to make two incisions to place them properly — one for each breast. There are three different types of incisions we can make during breast augmentation surgery.  Each incision requires a slightly different placement, but regardless of incision type, our high degree of precision and skill allows for minimal and discreet scarring that won’t distract from the final results.  Transaxillary  A transaxillary incision is a small incision — about one inch long — made in a hidden location under your arm. This type of incision follows the natural curves of your armpits and stays out of sight after surgery.  A transaxillary incision is ideal for individuals getting saline implants or small silicone implants. However, the surgeon cannot properly place larger silicone implants using this incision technique. Periareolar  A periareolar incision is one that follows the natural border of your areola. By placing the incision here, the scarring is easily disguised by the natural change in color and texture around the border of your areola. This type of incision gives the surgeon direct access to the breast tissue and allows for precise placement of the saline implants. Like the transaxillary incision, a periareolar incision is not large enough for silicone or gummy bear implants.  Inframammary  The inframammary approach involves a larger incision directly below the breast. This allows us to access the breast tissue and muscle to properly place silicone and gummy bear implants. Despite being a larger incision, the surgeon can still easily conceal it in the breast fold.  What Can Breast Augmentation Surgery Do for You? Many people think the sole purpose of breast augmentation surgery is to create a larger bust. But this isn’t necessarily true. Although breast augmentation does increase the size of your breasts, it can also correct the age, weight, and hormone-related changes that your breasts have undergone.  Some reasons people choose to get breast augmentation surgery include: Enhancing naturally small breasts Restoring volume loss after pregnancy or weight loss Correcting asymmetrical breasts Reconstructing breasts after a mastectomy  Providing a subtle, natural lift No matter what kind of results you’re hoping to achieve, we are eager to help you get the bustline of your dreams.  Top Surgeon for Breast Augmentation in Beverly Hills At Kadz Plastic Surgery in Beverly Hills, CA, we take an individualized approach to breast augmentation. That’s why you must come in for a consultation, where we’ll discuss your concerns, review your medical history, and design the perfect treatment plan for you.  Give us a call today to schedule your consultation with the top plastic surgery team in Beverly Hills.