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Is a Non-Surgical Breast Lift Possible?

Beautiful Breasts, Breast Augmentation, Non-Surgical

With breast augmentation surgery being one of the most popular forms of plastic surgery in the world these days, it should come as no surprise that people are looking for an easy, less invasive, way to achieve similar results.

Non-surgical procedures have come a long way since the introduction of things like botox and injectable fillers, with various non-surgical options now available for skin tightening, hair loss treatments, and even fat reduction. However, breast augmentation has always been fairly limited to traditional surgical methods to achieve the results that most people want.

While a breast lift procedure is not the same as receiving breast implants, it still requires surgery in order to contour the breasts and remove excess skin in order to lift the breasts in a way that makes the patient happy.

Can a Breast Lift Be Performed Non-Surgically

As stated above, technology has advanced over the years and has allowed for certain non-surgical procedures to be much more effective than they once were. But this does not mean that we’re at the point where CoolSculpting or Thermi-Tight, or things of that nature, will give you the same results that you would get out of a surgical procedure.

When it comes to breast lift procedures, most patients come into the office looking to turn their sagging breasts into perkier, more rounded, breasts, which can’t really be accomplished with non-surgical procedures alone.

In some cases, where the sagging isn’t as severe, things like Thermi-Tight, which uses radio frequencies to help tighten the skin, can provide some benefit to sagging breasts. However, most patients that come through the door don’t just have a minor case of sagging breasts. Most patients are seeing the effects of weight fluctuation, either through pregnancy or lifestyle changes, as well as the effects of aging and gravity.

Once you’re breasts begin to sag and you start to get to the point where you want to correct them, it’s usually too late to see the results you want from a non-surgical procedure.

This doesn’t mean that it’s not possible to get some enhancement from these various types of skin tightening procedures, but in general, most patients that desire a breast lift are going to require a surgical procedure in order to achieve the results they want.

Can a Breast Lift Be Done Without Scars?

One of the biggest reasons that women are looking for non-surgical breast lift options is that they don’t want to deal with scars.

Scars are an unfortunate side effect of any plastic surgery procedure, but skilled surgeons are able to perform these surgeries in a way that minimizes the visibility of these scars. There are ways to hide the scars in the folds of the breast or around the areola so that minimal scarring will be visible only when the breasts are exposed, and scars will be hidden when wearing things like a bikini.

Unfortunately, if a surgical breast lift is required, there are going to be scars. It’s just part of the process. A non-surgical breast lift would, in theory, allow for a breast lift to be performed without any visible scarring, but with the technology where it is right now, this just isn’t possible to the degree that most women need.

If you’re looking to repair or rejuvenate your sagging breasts, you will achieve the optimal results through a surgical breast lift procedure. Non-surgical breast enhancements are available in varying degrees, but cannot replicate what can be done surgically.

Skin tightening, PRP treatments, and collagen-stimulating procedures can definitely help with minor sagging, but will not give you that roundness along the top of the breast that most women are looking for.

If you’re looking into breast lift options, it’s always important to talk with your doctor about what you’re looking to get out of the procedure. They will be able to sit down and discuss all of the various options, surgical and non-surgical, depending on what the end goal is.

At Dr. Adams Plastic Surgery in Dallas, TX we specialize in breast augmentation procedures and would be happy to help discuss all of the various options available when it comes to breast lifts. Please contact us today for more information.

facial rejuvenation

How to Get the Most out of Facial Rejuvenation

Non-Surgical, Plastic Surgery

One of the first things that people notice about you is your face. Your eyes, your mouth, your nose, and your complexion are the focal point when conversing with someone, or meeting someone for the first time, so don’t you want to make a great first impression?

As our bodies begin to age, one of the first areas to show major signs of aging is our face. We begin to develop wrinkles, creases, sunspots, and all sorts of little imperfections that can prevent us from feeling young and confident.

There are a number of options available in terms of minor plastic surgery procedures as well as non-surgical treatments and solutions to help rejuvenate your face. Some can range from very expensive, to less than $100, but it’s hard to understand which treatments are going to give you the best results for your money.

Non-Surgical vs. Surgical Procedure Results

In most cases, when it comes to facial procedures, non-surgical treatments aren’t going to give you as good of as outcome as a surgical procedure would. Fillers, topical creams/lotions, laser procedures, and other forms of non-surgical treatments can’t fully compete with things like face lifts, but that doesn’t mean they aren’t worth the money.

Not everyone wants to go through a surgical procedure or doesn’t want to shell out the money for one, so in those cases non-surgical treatments are a great way to help rejuvenate your face without the commitment that surgery sometimes brings.

So the main thing to think about when talking about getting the most out of a facial rejuvenation is it all boils down to your needs. Your surgeon should be able to discuss all of the options within your budget and your physical concerns and lay out a treatment plan that is best for your situation.

What procedures or treatments you go with at that point will be determined by exactly what you’re looking address in your face and your doctor will be able to get you on the right track.

Overall Best Facial Rejuvenation Procedure

As we said, surgical procedures are almost always going to provide a better, long-term, solution for facial rejuvenation than non-surgical procedures. With non-surgical procedures you’re going to be in and out of the office with almost instant results (or final results within a few days), but they are often temporary and require upkeep to maintain. This means more trips to the doctor and more money.

When it comes to surgical procedures, there’s more of an up-front commitment, but the results are going to last a lot longer and are going to be more impactful. And while there are a number of different facial plastic surgeries that you can undergo, most doctors agree that the face lift is going to get you the most benefit.

Face lifts are designed to help tighten up the skin on your face, particularly around your lower face and skin around the neck. It also helps alleviate wrinkles and aging lines that have appeared over the years.

When a face lift is performed, the skin is separated from the underlying connective tissue and muscles. The surgeon will then adjust the facial tissue under the skin to make them firmer so that when the skin is draped back over, it will give your face a smoother, rejuvenated look. Excess skin that has caused the face to sag and droop will also be removed.

While there are non-surgical procedures that can help tighten up the skin on your face, it’s difficult for those types of treatments to penetrate deep enough to affect the deep connective tissue and muscles, which doesn’t allow for the results you would see with a full surgical face lift.

If you’re truly looking to get the most out of facial rejuvenation, and restore the youthfulness to your facial features, the best way is to opt for a face lift. But as we said, surgery may not be for everyone, so we recommend talking with a surgeon and discussing what you want to get out of a procedure and they will be able to help you make an informed decision on whether or not non-surgical options can get you to the place you want.

If you have questions about facial rejuvenation procedures, or non-surgical procedures, please contact us today and we’d be happy to setup a consultation with Dr. Adams to discuss the various options available.

breast reduction surgery

5 Things to Know About Breast Reduction Surgery

Breast Augmentation, Plastic Surgery

When it comes to breast augmentation surgery, the vast majority of conversations revolve around breast enlargements or implants, not a lot of people talk about breast reduction surgery.

In most cases, when we’re talking about breast reduction surgery, we’re talking about women who have naturally large breasts that are causing them other health issues, and not usually implant recipients that want to have their implants removed. These women have been dealing with large breasts for a long period of time and due to the strain they can sometimes put on the body, they have developed other physical health problems that need to be resolved.

The most common ailment associated with large breasts is neck and back pain, but there are other issues that can arise throughout the years. It can influence self-esteem and confidence as well, which is why it’s an important conversation to have even though it’s not always what we think about when talking about breast augmentation.

Regardless of what your reasoning might be for seeking out information on breast reduction surgery, the main thing is to do what’s best for your body. Be sure to discuss options and concerns with your doctor and listen to what they have to say. It’s your body and you should be in control of what happens to it. If you’re having physical pain or issues with the way your large breasts look, don’t let someone else convince you to not get the surgery. You’re the one that has to live with it.

If you’re thinking about undergoing breast reduction surgery, here are some things you may not know about the procedure.

Interesting Facts About Breast Reduction Surgery

1. Breast Reduction Will Leave Scars

As with most surgical procedures, incisions will be made in the body. In the case of breast reduction surgery, different surgeons use different methods, but in almost all methods the goal is to hide the surgical scars as best as possible.

Unfortunately it’s almost impossible to hide them completely, but most surgeons will make sure that the scars are easily covered by clothing or when wearing a bathing suit. Typically the incisions are made around the nipple area and then down to the folds under your breasts. This allows for the scar to be hidden in most cases unless the breasts are fully exposed.

If you’re worried about the visible scars, be sure to communicate that to your doctor so that they can show you example photos of fully healed incisions on patients they’ve performed the surgery on.

2. Breast Reduction Surgery is More Common Than You May Think

The most popular form of plastic surgery is breast enlargement or augmentation, but you never really hear about people undergoing breast reduction surgery. There’s this stigma around the fact that enlarging your breasts is seemingly ok, but making them smaller isn’t. And there shouldn’t be.

In fact, more women than you think have undergone breast reduction surgery throughout their lives. Breast sizes can change for a number of reasons and sometimes women just don’t like the feeling of having larger breasts, or aren’t comfortable with the way they cause the rest of their body to feel.

If you’re considering breast reduction surgery, know that there are a lot of women out there that undergo the same procedure every year and there’s nothing to be worried about. Do what’s best for you.

3. Breast Reduction Surgery May Also Include a Breast Lift

While breast reduction surgery and breast lift surgery are two entirely different procedures, in most cases doctors will perform a breast lift while you are undergoing a breast reduction. By doing a breast lift while doing a reduction, doctors are able to better shape the breasts, and the skin around the breast, to fit the new shape.

In the case of a breast lift, only excess skin is removed to help enhance and reshape sagging breasts, whereas in a breast reduction, excess fat and breast tissue is removed as well to help reduce the shape. By performing both of these procedures at once, you know you’re going to get the best looking and feeling breasts possible.

4. Breast Feeding and Nipple Sensitivity Can Be Affected

When undergoing any procedure having to do with your breasts, there is always a chance that you could be left with less sensation in your nipples. This also pertains to breast reduction surgery, so it’s important to understand the risks involved. If you’re concerned about nipple sensitivity after your surgery, talk with your doctor before the procedure as there are some techniques that can be applied during the surgery to help minimize any nipple numbness you may experience.

In addition to nipple sensitivity, about half of women who undergo a breast reduction procedure experience difficulty in breast feeding. This doesn’t mean that you won’t be able to breast feed, it just means that some women find it more difficult. Unfortunately, there’s no way to predict who may suffer from these issues until the time comes.

5. Men Can Receive Breast Reduction Surgery

We’ve been talking a lot about women undergoing breast reduction surgery, but did you know that men can do it too? Known as Gynecomastia, male breast reduction surgery is more common than you may think. With reduced testosterone in the body, sometimes male breasts can grow larger than you may want. In most cases they aren’t causing physical problems like they do in females, but they can make a lot of men feel self-conscious or uncomfortable.

If you’re interested in breast reduction surgery, please contact us today! Our team of experts can help answer any questions may have regarding this surgery and Dr. Adams is one of the best surgeons in the business.

Dallas Plastic Surgeon, William P. Adams Jr. MD, Named New President Of The Aesthetic Society

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MIAMI BEACH, Fla., May 3, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — The Aesthetic Society announced the election of William P. Adams Jr. MD, a plastic surgeon practicing in Dallas, TX as the new President of the 2,600-member organization dedicated to aesthetic plastic surgery. Dr. Adams and his leadership team will focus on evidenced based aesthetic education and advancing the robust curriculum The Aesthetic Society provides for plastic surgeons.

“It is an exceptional honor to assume the role of President of The Aesthetic Society. Our members go above and beyond the standards of plastic surgery—advancing the specialty while transforming lives,” said William P. Adams Jr. MD, President of The Aesthetic Society. “I look forward to working with my team this year to amplify our educational offerings and support the elite group of plastic surgeons The Aesthetic Society is known for.”

A member of the organization for 20 years, Dr. Adams has served on numerous committees and task forces in the last year including serving as The Aesthetic Society Education Commissioner, the Breast Implant Illness Task Force, the BIA-ALCL Task Force, the Aesthetic Training Committee and more. He is a past president of the Aesthetic Surgery Education and Research Foundation (ASERF) and has served on the Executive Committee of the Board of Directors of The Aesthetic Society.

Dr. Adams spent his first 8 years in full-time practice at the Department of Plastic Surgery at UT Southwestern Medical Center before transitioning to part-time. He is currently in private practice, in order to devote more time to his clinical practice and developments and is an Associate Professor in the Department of Plastic Surgery at UT Southwestern Medical Center, in addition to the Program Director of the UTSW Aesthetic Fellowship Program.

Dr. Adams is a national and global authority on breast implant surgery and implant-related issues. He developed new irrigations for use in clinical breast implant surgery that makes breast enlargement and breast reconstruction safer and drastically minimizes exposure to bacteria. Dr. Adams is currently doing active research on Capsular Contracture, Implants, advancements in surgical techniques, Breast Implant Associated ALCL (BIA-ALCL), and Breast Implant Illness (BII). He has published numerous papers, articles, and scholarly textbooks; and presented hundreds of invited plastic surgery lectures on the international level. He is on the breast editorial board of The Aesthetic Surgery Journal, the premier aesthetic journal of plastic surgery.

Other newly named Aesthetic Society officers serving on the Executive Committee are as follows:

President-Elect: Jennifer Walden, MD of Austin, TX has been a member of The Aesthetic Society since 2008. She is also a member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons and a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons. Dr. Walden is the first female physician at The Aesthetic Society to ascend to the Executive Committee in a leadership role on the Board of Directors. She has served as the organization’s Communications Commissioner for four years and has served on a variety of committees and task forces. Dr. Walden has been recognized as one of Texas Super Doctors and since 2016, she has been one of Castle Connelly’s Top Doctors. Dr. Walden was honored to be selected for membership into the American Association of Plastic Surgeons, an invitation-only, all-star academic society described as “the highest medium of recognition in the field of plastic surgery as evidenced by the contribution of its individual members.” Dr. Walden operates her private practice, Walden Cosmetic Surgery & Laser Center and maintains privileges at the Hospital at Westlake Medical Center. She owns and operates medical spas in both Austin, TX and New York City, NY.

Vice President: Melinda J. Haws, MD of Nashville, TN has been a member of the Society since 2006. She is also a member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons and a fellow of the American College of Surgeons. Dr. Haws established The Plastic Surgery Center of Nashville with Mary Gingrass, MD in 2002. She is a member of the medical staff at St. Thomas Midtown Hospital. During her tenure with The Aesthetic Society, Dr. Haws has most recently served on critical task forces including Chair of the Breast Implant Illness Task Force and Co-Chair of the FDA Breast Implant Hearing Task Force. She has also just been named The Aesthetic Society’s Communications Commissioner.

Treasurer: Kiya Movassaghi, MD, FACS has been a member of the Society since 2006. Based in Eugene, OR, Dr. Movassaghi came to Eugene in 2002 after 14 years in Boston where he completed his medical and surgical training at Harvard Medical School. His practice focuses on cosmetic and reconstructive plastic surgery. A 1995 graduate of Harvard Medical School, Dr. Movassaghi completed a three-year plastic surgery residency at the Harvard Combined Plastic Surgery Program. Prior to that training, he completed a residency in general surgery at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center at Harvard Medical School. He also received his DMD at Harvard Dental School, where he graduated magna cum laude. He followed this degree with a residency in maxillofacial surgery at Massachusetts General Hospital. Dr. Movassaghi is a Clinical Assistant Professor of Plastic Surgery at Oregon Health & Science University’s School of Medicine in Portland. He is well versed in the latest techniques including Laser and Endoscopic Procedures with minimal scars and has authored numerous publications in leading scientific and plastic surgery journals.

Secretary: Tracy Pfeifer, MD is a double board-certified plastic surgeon specializing in aesthetic plastic surgery. She opened her Upper East Side Park Avenue practice, now on 5th Avenue, in 1999, fulfilling her dream of a boutique aesthetic surgery practice delivering personalized care and exceptional results, in order to help women feel their very best. Dr. Pfeifer was thrilled to open her second office location in the Hamptons in 2011.

About The Aesthetic Society:

The Aesthetic Society is recognized as the world’s leading organization devoted entirely to aesthetic plastic surgery and cosmetic medicine of the face and body. The Aesthetic Society is comprised of more than 2,600 members in North America and internationally; Active Members are certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery (USA) or by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada and have extensive training in the complete spectrum of surgical and non-surgical aesthetic procedures. International Active Members are certified by equivalent boards of their respective countries. All members worldwide adhere to a strict Code of Ethics and must meet stringent membership requirements. The Aesthetic Society is at the forefront of innovation in aesthetic plastic surgery and cosmetic medicine globally.

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What Does a Mommy Makeover Consist of?

Non-Surgical, Plastic Surgery

Looking to get your body back to what it used to be before having children, but can’t seem to tighten up certain areas? Then a mommy makeover procedure may be just want you need!

After having a baby, a woman’s body can sometimes have a hard time going back to the way it used to be. With the added baby weight, as well as stretch marks that come with the expanding skin, sometimes just working out and eating right isn’t enough to get back to what you desire.

A mommy makeover procedure actually consists of a number of different procedures rolled into one. Think of it as a package deal that is designed to help new moms take that last leap that a fitness regimen just can’t help with.

Your surgeon will be able to talk to you about which procedures your body is best suited for, so there’s no need to have all of these done, but these are the procedures that can help tighten up loose skin, repair stretch marks, and help with other areas of the body that may have been affected during pregnancy.

Surgical Mommy Makeover Procedures

These procedures will require semi-invasive surgery in order to help restore the body. Unlike non-surgical procedures, which consist of things like injectables, fat cooling techniques, and other treatments that do not require incisions in the skin.

Tummy Tuck / Liposuction

As we all know, having a baby does a number of incredible things to a woman’s body. The organs adjust to add the space needed to allow the baby to thrive and grow, while the outer skin stretches to accommodate the growing baby inside. This skin stretching and growth can cause unwanted side effects after the baby is born.

Skin is naturally elastic, but only to a certain point. Once your skin stretches beyond it’s capacity, it’s hard to get it back to where it once was without a little outside help, and that’s where a Tummy Tuck and/or liposuction can come into play.

A tummy tuck can help tighten up the muscles in the abdomen, while also helping to remove excess skin that may be loose from where it wasn’t able to fully bounce back to it’s original state.

Liposuction can help eliminate stubborn pockets of fat around the belly area that diet and exercise just don’t seem to be helping with.

Breast Lift, Augmentation, Reduction

In addition to changes in the abdomen area, female breasts undergo a massive change during pregnancy. Breast become larger and, in most cases, become the primary food source for a newborn baby. Between the weight gain and hormone changes that occur during pregnancy, and milk production and breast feeding after the baby is born, breasts can lose their firmness and begin to droop or sag once the bottom begins to return to pre-pregnancy state.

As part of a mommy makeover, the breasts can be reshaped, adjusted, and lifted to create a more natural, pre-pregnancy, look and feel. Implants can also be added to adjust size and shape as well.

Breast augmentation is one of the most common procedures for women post pregnancy and is a specialty here at Dr. Adams Plastic Surgery.

Augmentation is truly the only way to restore your breasts to what they previously were, and can do wonders for your self-esteem.

Non-Surgical Procedures

If you’re looking to for something a little less invasive than the procedures mentioned above, then injectables or tightening solutions are a great way to boost your confidence and help restore your body without having to go under the knife.

Injectables and Facial Fillers

Injectable fillers are a great way to help alleviate wrinkles, aging lines, and other facial imperfections without having to undergo surgery. They can also be used to help enhance your lips, reduce noticeable scars, and give you an overall more youthful appearance.

Skin Tightening

As technology continues to advance, new methods for tightening up loose skin have emerged. Whether you’re looking to tighten up your loose underarms, thighs, or belly, there are a variety of options out there now that can help.

Through our AYA Med Spa in Dallas, we offer a variety of non-surgical skin-tightening treatments to help you look and feel your best this summer. From Coolsculpting to topical skin care products, we can have you skin looking incredible before you know it.

A mommy makeover doesn’t just consist of a single procedure or treatment to help you get back to your pre-pregnancy self, it incorporates a variety of procedures and techniques to help you to feel your best.

Getting your body back the way you want it, post-pregnancy, is something that a lot of women strive for, but sometimes it’s not as easy as expected, especially towards the end. The body changes once you have a baby and things that may have worked in the past, like exercise and proper diet, may not get you across the finish line.

If you have any questions or concerns about our mommy makeover procedures, please contact us today and we can help figure out what the best course of action for you may be.