Plastic Surgery Questions Answered by ASAPS Surgeons

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Skin is looser after BodyTite Liposuction

I had BodyTite Liposuction almost 4 weeks ago. I am 5'7 and was 153 pounds before the procedure. My skin wasn't loose but my surgeon thought my skin...

Thank you for your question. The quick answer is 4 weeks after surgery is too soon to evaluate the skin. Lymphatic channels take 3 months to reopen...

Will a fat transfer to the hips last?

I want to get fat transferred to my hips to make them wider and less square and I don’t want implants because of possible migration. But I have...

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Breast

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Is it normal for an areola incision to start opening after 5 weeks post op?

I had a breast augmentation with lift and areola reduction 5 weeks ago. Today I noticed my areola incision on the right breast is starting to open...

I understand your frustration but it sounds as if you are doing everything right. Return to your surgeon and have them evaluate the new wound. These...

Capsular contracture and textured implants make for extra BI-ALCL risk?

My wife has long had Baker III capsular contracture around her Allergan 468 textured implants (18 yrs post-op). Won't the CC tend to mask the...

The review panels have not singled out capsular contracture as having a causative link with BI-ALCL. Your concern about contracture masking the more...

For Men

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Shoulder widening

Is it possible to widen the shoulder via clavicle lengthening? Or would it even be possible to widen the Scapula? Deltoid implants do not make the...

Thank you for the question; you may want to address your concerns with an orthopedic surgeon.

Gynecomastia

How much is excision only Gynecomastia surgery under local anesthesia? I am looking to get the surgery done and shopping around for the best deal...

Shopping for "The Best Deal...

Head & Face

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Wrinkles

I had jaw surgery (lefort osteotomy and bsso) and ever since the skin on the left side of my face sags a little bit. It isn’t too noticeable until...

Before answering a question like this I would need to know more about your previous surgery like why was it done, how long ago, were there any...

Extreme watering 6 months post bleph

I am 6 months post lower bleph, my eye bags were removed internally, I had no stitches. There is some, but not significant improvement, my surgeon...

While it is very difficult to make any firm recommendations without examining you first hand I can confidently advise you not to have any additional...

Injectables

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Can botox cause permanent paralysis?

On Aug. 26 I had 20 units of botox for crows feet. 5 days later I had some filler done and the plastic surgeon put some dysport under eyes due to...

Most likely, the second Dysport injection paralyzed the zygomaticus muscle, the muscle that controls the mouth and cheek. This should dissipate as...

Botox hit Zygomatic muscles

I got Botox in my lower eyelids but my Zygomatic muscles were hit with Botox. Through excessive research this seems to be the case, as my cheeks have...

If you can smile normally, your muscles have not been hit and you may coincidentally be at the age where what you see is your natural progression in...

Skin & Hair

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Sun spot removal on a shaved head?

I was wondering the best way to remove sunspots on my shaved head...

Some IPL's (Intense Pulsed Light machines) which should eliminate the spots should not injure your hair follicles. However, if you wish to avoid all...

Doctors who specialize in hand surgery

How can I find a Dr. that specializes in hand surgery in the NY/NJ area ?

Thank you for submitting your question. The most direct route is to search AAHS.com. Other professional societies such as ASAPS and ASPS can also...

Complete Solutions

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Fleur de lis

I am 4 weeks post op from a Fleur de lis and things are well just concerned swelling right under the bikini line and the top of my vagina. There is a...

Swelling is normal but you should confirm if your swelling is with your surgeon. The knots in the scar are normal and likely mild fat necrosis where...

Multiple Abdominal surgeries

I have an extensive Abdominal surgery History ...

4/22/2011 - Hysterectomy/Mid-Urethral bladder sling (cut hip to hip)

5/3/2013- Roux-en-Y Gastric B

You would not be wasting your time having consultation with experienced board certified plastic surgeons. He or she can address your concerns...

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