Although we can consider that a certain degree of asymmetry is normal -both in the body and in the face- there are cases of true asymmetries which, in certain occasions, cause important disorders. The slight facial asymmetry is absolutely normal and it is normal to have one side of the face greater than the other,…
When considering breast augmentation, you and your Board-certified plastic surgeon have 4 main decisions to make: The size of the breast implant The choice of saline vs. silicone breast implants Whether to place the implants over vs. under the muscle. The location of the incision Subglandular – this means placement of the implant above the…
There’s no denying the power of the selfie. Ellen DeGeneres’ star-studded selfie nearly broke Twitter with almost 3.5 million retweets, but the younger generation has been taking and posting this type of picture since photo-sharing options were first made popular on social media. According to the survey, one in three patients who had facial procedures…
Calf implants also called calf augmentation, are used for leg enhancement and contouring. If you are looking for a more sculpted look in your legs, our FDA approved silicone calf implants are a good option to get that look. Calf implants are sometimes used to restore deformed legs due to disease or accidents. The ideal…
During the natural aging process, some of the earliest and most visible signs happen around the eyes. Excess or sagging skin in the upper and lower eyelids can make you appear older than you really are and create a tired, worn out look. Commonly referred to as blepharoplasty, eyelid surgery can be performed on the…
There are several ways to perform a breast lift, depending on individual body type and specifications. Generally, the more extensive a breast lift surgery is, the more invasive it becomes. The least invasive procedure involves making incisions around the areola, where excess skin is removed and the nipple is repositioned. A more extensive version of…
Most patients who choose breast augmentation are happy with the results. You’re more likely to be satisfied with your experience and your implants if you clearly understand what is realistic to expect after the surgery. Breast augmentation is typically performed as outpatient surgery, permitting the patient to go home the same day. Here is information…
There are three major incision choices for breast augmentation. The first is called the inframammary incision, which is in the fold beneath the breast. The second is the periareolar incision, which is at the bottom edge of the nipple. The third is the axillary incision, which is in the armpit. There was also a fourth…
If you’re considering a tummy tuck, Clinica del Rey Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery has the experience and expertise that you’re looking for. Common after pregnancies or major weight changes, excess skin and fat across the abdomen is often resistant to diet and exercise, and stretched or separated abdominal muscles generate visibly poor muscle tone in…
Liposuction is a procedure that can help sculpt the body by removing unwanted fat from specific areas, including the abdomen, hips, buttocks, thighs, knees, upper arms, chin, cheeks and neck. Adequate skin tone is needed for the skin to ‘snap back’ and redrape. During the past decade, liposuction, which is also known as ‘lipoplasty’ or…