by GrossmanMed | Sep 16, 2019 | Articles
When it comes to plastic surgery and surgical procedures, there are often two different types of surgeries used: reconstructive surgery and cosmetic surgery. While both might seem like they are the same thing since they are often used to improve one’s appearance, there are some key differences you should know.
What Is Reconstructive Surgery?
This type of plastic surgery is used when there are bodily disfigurements caused by one or more of the following conditions such as:
- Birth Defects/Disorders
- Burns
- Cuts
- Wounds
- Certain Diseases/Cancers
- Damage to Skin Tissue from Trauma
The purpose of reconstructive surgery is to restore the affected area of the body to its former condition to give a more natural look and appearance. For example, you are involved in a car accident where your face is badly cut, leaving noticeable scars. Reconstructive surgery can help reduce the scars and (approximate and as close to) appearance of your face .
Other types of reconstructive procedures that are used to help people include:
- Repairing of Burned Skin
- Cleft Palate
- Bodily Disfigurements
- Breast Replacement
What Is Cosmetic Surgery?
This type of plastic surgery is used when an individual wants to make improvements to their body for appearance purposes. The primary objective of Cosmetic surgery is to enhance how one looks. While that is the ultimate goal, Dr. Grossman also achieves natural looking results that suits each of his individual patients.
Some of the more common types of cosmetic procedures used could include:
- Facelift
- Blepharoplasty
- Breast Lift
- Breast Augmentation
- Breast Reduction
- Abdominoplasty
- Liposuction
- Body and Facial Contouring
- Rhinoplasty
What Makes Reconstructive Surgery and Cosmetic Surgery Different?
As you might imagine, it can seem like there is some overlap between the two types of plastic surgeries. Yet there are some key differences.
To illustrate, let’s assume you were having breathing difficulties from an accident where you broke your nose. After it healed, the breathing difficulties have continued. Since the nose needs reconstruction to help you breathe, then this type of surgery would be considered reconstructive in nature.
On the other hand, let’s assume you simply did not like the look and appearance of your nose. Having the size of your nose increased or reduced would be considered cosmetic surgery.
Board certification will tell you a lot about a surgeon’s qualifications and their areas of expertise. As PAST President of the Los Angeles Society of Plastic Surgeons, Dr. Grossman has over 20 years of experience in reconstructive and cosmetic surgery. He graduated from Northwestern University and the Chicago Medical School, and continued his medical education with a general surgery residency at Cedars Sinai Medical Center. Furthermore, a plastic and reconstructive surgery residency at the University of Missouri-Kansas City, and fellowships in breast reconstructive surgery, aesthetic and endoscopic surgery at the University of Alabama, Birmingham.
For further information about plastic surgery in Calabasas and the Greater LA Area, please feel free to contact Grossman Plastic Surgery at 818-981-2050 today!
by GrossmanMed | Jul 16, 2019 | Articles
People often use the terms cosmetic surgery and plastic surgery interchangeably. However, they are both two very different specialties. If you are seeking to improve your appearance, weighing the decision of cosmetic surgeon vs. plastic surgeon may be the priority. Nearly 18 million people in the U.S. underwent cosmetic procedures in 2018, according to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS).1
If you’re one of a growing number of people considering cosmetic or plastic surgery, here are some key differences to consider:
What Is Cosmetic Surgery?
Cosmetic surgery is primarily concerned with improving physical appearance. The main goals are improvements in symmetry and proportion, rather than to improve function. Performed anywhere on the body, cosmetic surgeries include:
- Rhinoplasty, chin/cheek enhancements, ear adjustments, and other types of facial contouring
- Facelifts, neck lifts, eyelid lifts, and other forms of facial rejuvenation
- Breast augmentation, lift, or reduction
- Liposuction, tummy tuck, and other body contouring procedures.
- Skin fillers, laser resurfacing, and other skin rejuvenation treatments
What Is Plastic Surgery?
Plastic surgery is a medical discipline focused on fixing defects, reconstructing body parts and features, and restoring appearance. It is often used to correct birth disorders and treat individuals affected by burns, trauma, or disease. Plastic surgery includes cosmetic enhancements, but a plastic surgeon may also treat burns, repair cleft palates, breast reconstruction, address scars or reconstruct extremities.
Plastic surgeons must complete their training as part of a post-graduate residency program. There are two paths to becoming board certified. To become Board Certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery, a physician must either complete a residency training program that includes three years each of general surgery and plastic surgery or an independent five-year general surgery residency program, plus a three-year plastic surgery program.
Who Performs Cosmetic Surgery?
Legally, any physician with licensure can perform cosmetic procedures. However, it is not recommended to utilize a practitioner unless they are well trained; plastic surgeons are the most suited to perform cosmetic surgery.
It’s All in the Training
Board certification will tell you a lot about a surgeon’s qualifications and their areas of expertise. As President of the Los Angeles Society of Plastic Surgeons, Dr. Grossman has over 20 years of experience in reconstructive and cosmetic surgery. He graduated from Northwestern University and the Chicago Medical School, and continued his medical education with a general surgery residency at Cedars Sinai Medical Center. Furthermore, a plastic and reconstructive surgery residency at the University of Missouri-Kansas City, and fellowships in breast reconstructive surgery, aesthetic and endoscopic surgery at the University of Alabama, Birmingham.
His extensive surgical background is a key factor in achieving beautiful, natural looking results for his patients. If you are searching for a plastic surgeon near you, Dr. Peter H Grossman’s state of the art Surgi-Center is located in West Hills, California. Request a consultation online or call 818-981-2050.
Source:
- http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/324693.php
by Manager Devized | Jun 16, 2019 | Articles
Thanks to modern technology, there are many options for erasing the years. If you want younger-looking skin, affordable cosmetic surgery can be your answer. Although there are many ways to reclaim your youthful glow, this post reviews some of the most popular cosmetic treatments for aging skin, as well as how to prepare for your chosen procedure.
Removing Wrinkles
Those who wish to look more youthful often choose from one of two non-surgical wrinkle reduction options: dermal fillers and Botox.
Dermal fillers are commonly hyaluronic acid—a naturally occurring compound found in skin and connective tissue—to add volume to the face, and smooth out fine lines. Botox, however, works by relaxing the subdermal muscles whose movement can contribute to wrinkles. Because each injection targets different aspects of skin rejuvenation, many people opt for a combination of dermal fillers and Botox.
If you are planning for either of these procedures, you can expect to experience some temporary discomfort following the 30- to 45-minute procedure.
Revitalizing the Skin’s Look
Another popular way to restore your skin’s youthful glow is to undergo a revitalization procedure. Today, you can accomplish this without surgery, or the daily application of creams.
Laser revitalization removes wrinkles by transporting laser energy deep below the skin’s surface to reach the underlying tissue. This contact stimulates the growth of new tissue, using the body’s own healing process to replace the old. This procedure is often used to treat wrinkles, skin damage, and acne scarring.
This type of treatment may require more than one short session to achieve your desired results, and there will be slight discomfort as the laser touches the skin.
Facelifts
Facelifts remove loose skin on the neck and face that can add years to your look. This procedure can improve the look of the lower eyelids and cheeks, as well as noticeably tighten skin on your jawline.
This can be accomplished with both traditional surgical means, as well as by radio frequency (RF) AccuTite™ or FaceTite™. The latter methods use laser energy to melt fat beneath the skin, as well as generate collagen production—resulting in a tightened, youthful appearence.
A surgical facelift requires four or five hours to complete, and it will require you to take up to three weeks off work in order to heal. However, RF treatments—while more suited to smaller areas of treatment—require a far shorter amount of recovery time.
Consult with an Experienced Professional
The decision to have affordable cosmetic surgery is an important one, and complete confidence and trust in your surgeon are critical. A cosmetic treatment that gives you exactly the results you want begins with choosing the right plastic surgeon. The surgeon and staff at Grossman Plastic Surgery offer friendly, efficient, and professional aging skin plastic surgery.
With over 20 years of experience, Dr. Peter H. Grossman, MD, CA remains one of Southern California’s most in-demand cosmetic surgeons. Book your consultation online or call 818-981-2050.
