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In your 20s, skin is generally free of the signs of aging. Start a medically supervised treatment plan now to protect your skin from the harmful effects of sun and environment.
Proper cleansing, moisturizing, and use of a broad-spectrum sunscreen daily will help ward off early wrinkles and enlarged pores. Mild peels and topical treatments may help control acne. Botox® injections can prevent lines and filler agents such as Restylane®, Radiesse®,and Juvéderm™ can be used to fill out smile lines and augment lips.
For unfavorable size and shape of body features, surgery may be in order. Breast augmentation, breast reduction and other aesthetic procedures can often be performed. Liposculpture and body contouring may also be an option.
Decreased firmness and skin elasticity are a natural part of aging. Introducing anti-oxidants into your skincare routine can help prevent sun damage that leads to lines and age spots. Also, alpha hydroxy acids in conjunction with retinoids and topical antioxidants can restore a youthful appearance to the skin.
Non-invasive laser procedures may improve fine lines, brown spots, and broken blood vessels. Botox® injections can diminish laugh lines and create a smoother forehead. Fillers like Restylane®, Radiesse®, and Juvéderm™ can be used to fill smile lines and augment lips.
Many women find that the rigors of motherhood have an undesired effect on their appearance and confidence. For this group, tummy tucks, breast lifts, and breast augmentation are popular procedures.
For those in their 40s, damage caused by sun exposure become apparent. More aggressive skincare can help combat the visible signs of aging. A combination of topical solutions like tretinoin (Retin-A), AHAs, and BHAs, along with microdermabrasion brings the best results.
There are many procedures available to smooth and tighten skin. Photofacials, chemical peels, and topical treatments are effective in decreasing the signs of aging as well as minimizing pore size. Fillers like Restylane®, Radiesse®, and Juvéderm™ can help restore volume in the mid-face and fill smile lines. For upper face and forehead lines, Botox® injections may be in order.
For those who choose the surgical route, face, brow, eye and neck lifts are very popular procedures.
By age fifty, regular skin examinations by a certified aesthetician or plastic surgeon are essential.
Maintaining natural moisture is more difficult. Peels and light therapy in combination with ultra-hydrating home care can help maintain the balance. Laser resurfacing combined with fillers to restore volume can provide an impressive rejuvenation.
In all likelihood, more extensive facial rejuvenation and resurfacing procedures will be necessary at this stage. Depending on your appearance goals, comprehensive surgery can reverse signs of aging in the face, brow, mid-face, and neck areas. A facelift or brow lift in conjunction with laser resurfacing can yield dramatic results. The payoff for more invasive surgery is a natural, more supple look that is virtually undetectable.
Breast Lift
Pregnancy, nursing, heredity, age and weight loss are factors that may contribute to your decision to undergo a breast lift. A breast lift raises and reshapes the breasts. Otherwise referred to as mastopexy, a breast lift can result in a firmer breast by removing excess tissue and tightening the skin envelope. Provided that you can maintain a stable weight, do not become pregnant and maintain a healthy lifestyle, you can expect your breast lift to last for years. A breast lift can also be combined with a breast implant. If a more youthful-looking breast is desired, then a breast lift might be the right choice for you. Dr. Dickie, at the Royal Centre of Plastic Surgery will help you make the right surgical decision during a personal consultation.
Who is a good candidate for Breast Lift?
You may be a candidate for a breast lift if you already maintain a healthy and stable weight. If your breasts are flatter, elongated or visibly stretched – a breast lift may be an option for you. Often when your breasts lack support, your nipples start to rest below the breast crease or point downward. The best candidates for a breast lift are healthy individuals who have small and sagging breasts. If you are considering having more children, it may be worthwhile to postpone your breast lift because pregnancy is likely to stretch your breasts again and offset the results of the procedure. In addition to pregnancy, weight loss may be another factor which affects your correction. It is important to discuss these factors with Dr. Dickie who will help make the right surgical decision for you. If more volume is required, Dr. Dickie may discuss a combined procedure to incorporate breast implants with your breast lift.
How Is a Breast Lift performed?
There are various techniques used in performing a breast lift, but the most common procedure involves an anchor-shaped incision following the natural contour of the breast. The incision is made to reduce the skin envelope, as well as to define the placement of the nipple. After excess skin has been removed, the nipple and areola are moved to the higher position resulting in a more youthful, firmer breast.
Recovery
Typically our patients may resume their normal work schedule within a ten day period; however, the patient should avoid any heavy lifting for three to four weeks.
Consultation
Contact the Royal Centre of Plastic Surgery for more information on breast lifts and other possible cosmetic enhancements that can be done with a breast lift. Let us help you achieve your desired look. We are committed to helping you look and feel great.