Grand Rapids Cosmetic Surgery Blog
July 31st, 2010
So, you’ve reached a milestone, received a promotion, or yikes…had a landmark birthday. And yes, you’ve earned your laugh lines, but do you really want people guessing how long you’ve been laughing?
For certain cosmetic surgical procedures, such as face-lifts, brow lifts, going to a plastic surgery surgical facility is the obvious choice. But where should one go for non-invasive skin rejuvenation procedures, such as injectable dermal fillers or skin resurfacing treatments? One of those “boutique” spas? Not necessarily.
At the Centre for Plastic Surgery, we want to make sure any procedure you elect to under-go is as safe as possible, and there are some details you should consider before choosing your treatment provider.
Skin care has come a long way from Mom’s cold cream days. Many skin rejuvenation procedures require hi-tech equipment and there are new products hitting the market every day. Some spas invest in these materials in an effort to keep pace with the latest trends, but if the technician or aesthetician isn’t properly trained, those spa treatments could lead to disaster.
For best results, you want to make sure that your technician is highly trained and experienced AND, being at a surgical facility or specialty clinic also comes in handy in the unlikely event of an emergency.
If you live in the Grand Rapids, Michigan area and would like to know more about our facial rejuvenation services, please contact the experienced aestheticians at the Centre for Plastic Surgery, today.
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June 9th, 2010
You’ve worn out your yoga DVDs, hired, fired and then re-hired a personal trainer and you spend so much time at the gym that your mail is being forwarded there. And yet, you just can’t seem to lose that tiny bulge in your belly and wouldn’t even consider waving goodbye in a short-sleeved shirt. Liposuction may be the answer.
Liposuction is a surgical procedure, specifically designed to target exercise and diet resistant fatty deposits on your body, commonly referred to as “problem areas”.
A relatively popular procedure, Liposuction is performed by placing tiny incisions in the natural creases and folds of your body, inserting a hollow tube (called a cannula) into the incision, breaking up those fatty deposits and suctioning out the fat with either a surgical vacuum or syringe, depending on the size of the deposit.
At the Centre for Plastic Surgery, we have decades of experience in the field of Body Contouring and Liposuction surgery, and we know that even the slightest change in your body’s proportion or contour can make a tremendous difference in how you feel, both on the inside and the outside.
But remember, while Liposuction is a great choice in many situations, it should be used in partnership with diet and exercise, not in lieu of them. Liposuction is not designed to take the place of a weight loss program.
If you live in the Grand Rapids, Michigan area and would like to know if you are a good candidate for Liposuction surgery, please contact the Grand Rapids cosmetic surgeons at the Centre for Plastic Surgery, today.
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May 13th, 2010
You’ve been thinking about it for years, or maybe you just realized that your body simply isn’t going to bounce back from bringing that little bundle of joy into the world. Whatever your reason, you’re ready. It’s time for implants!
There are several decisions you need to consider before undergoing breast augmentation surgery: Choosing the right doctor, silicon vs. saline, incision options, placement options, etc. But once the very real medical decisions have been made, the fun begins…choosing your cup size.
At the Centre for Plastic Surgery, Dr. Brundage and his staff encourage women who are considering breast augmentation to do their research before making any final decision on cup size. And this can be a lot of fun.
Take a day and go try on as many bras as you can. Of course, you’ll want to take along a little padding as well. See what cup sizes are most proportionate to your body. Does one cup size over another make you feel just a little bit sexier? Are you comfortable and do your clothes fit the way you want them to? And last but not least, in reality, can your expectations reasonably be met? Going up three cup sizes may sound like a great idea, but does it work for you?
Next, come into our facility for a complimentary breast implant sizing session. This is where our expertise comes into play. By reviewing your selection, Dr. Brundage can get a much clearer understanding of your personal aesthetics, what your expectations are and how we can best help you reach your goal.
If you live in the Grand Rapids, Michigan area and are considering getting a breast augmentation, please contact the Michigan cosmetic surgeons at the Centre for Plastic Surgery, today.
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May 12th, 2010
For many women, nothing beats the experience of having a child. But the frustration of getting back into pre-pregnancy shape can be intimidating or even overwhelming. And when exercise and eating right just aren’t doing the trick, more and more women are turning to what is popularly called the “Mommy Makeover”.
At the Centre for Plastic Surgery, we understand that pregnancy and the rigors of motherhood can take a significant toll on a woman’s body. That’s why our “Mommy Makeovers” often entail performing several procedures at once, such as tummy tucks and breast lifts.
With a tummy tuck, we tighten up the abdominal muscles that have been significantly stretched during pregnancy, and we remove any excess skin from the around the “tummy”. With a Breast Lift, we lift and tighten the breasts and remove any excess skin, sculpting them back to a more youthful appearance.
Often times, our “Mommy Makeovers” combine both surgical and non-surgical procedures, depending on the goals of our clientele. Sometimes, even a little difference can go a long way.
Whichever choices you make; surgical procedures, non-surgical procedures or a combination of the two, the most important thing is that you have confidence in the facility you select. That’s why we are here to answer any and all questions you might have.
If you live in the Grand Rapids, Michigan area and are considering getting a “Mommy Makeover”, please contact the Centre for Plastic Surgery, today.
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