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Plastic Surgery Technology – Sofwave for Wrinkles

Non-Surgical

Technology is the backbone of our society. Computers and high-tech equipment run almost everything that we interact with in our daily live. Not that long ago it would have been considered crazy to tell someone that they would be carrying around a computer in their pocket capable of answering any question they may have, at any moment. Teachers in school always preached the importance of math, because we wouldn’t be walking around with calculators all the time.

As technology continues to advance and enhance our everyday lives, it should come as no surprise that this same advancement of technology is also changing the way we look at plastic surgery.

Things that required surgical procedures in the past now can be done using less invasive, non-surgical, procedures with incredible results. And while non-surgical procedures will never replace surgical ones when it comes to certain things, the technology available now is doing wonders for people around the world.

One such piece of technology that excited about when it comes to treating fine lines and wrinkles is Sofwave.

What is Sofwave?

Sofwave uses a proprietary ultrasound technology known as SUPERB (Synchronous Ultrasound Parallel Beam) to heat the mid-dermal tissue at the right depth and temperature to rejuvenate collagen fibers and improve the appearance of the skin. In other words, it uses ultrasounds to tighten the collagen under the skin to help reduce fine lines and wrinkles.

Sofwave is non-invasive, requires no-needles or injections, and is extremely safe and painless. You’re not injecting anything foreign into your body and you’re seeing similar results to those injectable fillers that you may have used in the past.

Why Use Sofwave Over Injectables or Laser Treatments?

You may be thinking to yourself, why would I use this new technology when I know the outcome of using injectables and fillers or even laser treatments? And that’s a great question.

With injectables and fillers you’re injecting a product into your face in order to help fill in the areas under your skin that are causing the wrinkles. While this process is relatively painless, you’re still being poked with a needle in order to get the desired results.

With laser treatments, you have to be careful depending on your skin type. Different skin colors or types of skin can react differently to the lasers, which can cause unwanted results if you’re not careful. With Sofwave you don’t have to worry about that, it is safe for all skin types.

Sofwave is extremely safe. It does not damage the skin itself and the penetrating ultrasound waves only target the mid-dermal areas in order to help rejuvenate and tighten up the skin that may be causing wrinkles. There is no down time when it comes to the procedure, and it’s extremely quick.

Most patients see results within 12 weeks of a single, 30-40 minute session. The procedure leaves no redness or irritation on the skin, so you can go right back to your normal routine as soon as you walk out of the doctor’s office.

Is Sofwave Right For You?

As with any surgical or non-surgical procedure you need to be the one to determine if it’s right for you. With Sofwave, it has been shown that patients in their mid-30’s to early 50’s usually show the best results after having 1-2 sessions of treatment.

This isn’t to say that younger or older patients can’t receive the treatment, but the results may vary. Everyone is different so you may not see the same results as someone else, but most people report great results when using Sofwave.

This is a great way to help tighten up that lose skin or help reduce wrinkles and fine lines without the need for surgery or needles. It’s quick, painless, and allows you to go about your day immediately after your session.

If you’d like more information on Sofwave please visit their website. If you have questions about skin rejuvenation or non-surgical procedures, please contact us today and we’d be happy to help.

We are always excited about new technological advancements in the world of plastic surgery, whether it be surgical advancements or non-surgical advancements, and the Sofwave is just another great example of something that wasn’t possible just a short time ago but will change thousands of lives moving forward.

We can’t wait to see what the future of non-surgical enhancement brings.

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Plastic Surgery Trends Moving into 2021

Non-Surgical, Plastic Surgery

With 2021 almost upon us we wanted to take a glimpse into the future and talk a little bit about what trends we think we’re going to be seeing as we move into the new year.

2020 was an interesting year in the world. COVID-19 put our lives on hold while we tried to slow the spread of the virus while scientists and researchers raced to create a vaccine. Because of the various stay-at-home orders enacted by governments around the world, more and more people were working from home virtually.

This virtual work environment led to more people looking at their own face, for longer periods of time, than they are used to. And because of this, we saw an uptick in surgical and non-surgical enhancement requests.

After general stay-at-home orders were lifted, and some businesses were allowed to open back up with new safety rules in place, the plastic surgery world saw an uptick in people wanting our services.

Injectable fillers were the most popular during 2020, with breast augmentations, other fillers, liposuction, and abdominoplasty wrapping up the top 5 plastic surgery procedures requested in 2020.

This should come as no surprise, as more people were forced to look at themselves on screens and at home for the better part of the year. So enhancing the physical features that are most noticeable, like your facial features, was extremely popular this year.

As we move into 2021, we expect similar trends to what we saw towards the middle/end of this year, and we also expect to continue to see increased numbers of people wanting surgical and non-surgical procedures.

With the vaccine starting to roll out, and a glimmer of hope on the horizon, we expect people to be booking appointments so that they can look and feel their best once the country begins to open back up later next year.

In addition to that, with a lot of people being nervous about getting procedures done right now, a lot of appointments were postponed and or canceled, so we expect those people to begin coming back into the offices next year.

What We Expect to See From Plastic Surgery in 2021

1. Non-Surgical Injectable Fillers

As the technology improves and non-surgical enhancements become more popular, we expect to continue to see these procedures top the trend lists for next year.

Botox and other injectable fillers will continue to grow in popularity as more people see the benefits of these procedures when compared to a more invasive surgical procedure. With more workplaces offering virtual workplaces, even after the pandemic is over, we could start to see a shift in the overall workplace environment, which could lead to people wanting to enhance their appearance for the cameras.

These non-surgical injectables have been on the rise for years now, but we anticipate their popularity to increase as we move into 2021.

2. Laser Resurfacing and Skin Care

As with the injectable fillers, enhancements to the face are going to be extremely popular going into the new year. Laser resurfacing is a great way to help eliminate blemishes, scarring, and redness from the face, as well as reducing wrinkles. In conjunction with a proper skincare regimen, you can keep your face looking younger and fresher.

There are a variety of skin care products available these days to help improve skin imperfections as well as tighten the skin.

These non-surgical procedures are quick and painless and can have your skin looking great for that next zoom meeting.

3. Skin Tightening, Liposuction, Coolsculpting

While we do believe that procedures involving the face are going to be extremely popular next year, skin tightening, liposuction, and Coolsculpting aren’t going to be far behind.

With everyone getting ready to get out of the house and back out into the world, we’re going to want to look and feel our best.

Liposuction to help reduce fat in certain areas of the body has always been popular, but we expect to see a slight rise in these procedures to the end of the pandemic being in sight.

Coolsculpting can also help “melt” away the fact in problem areas of your body and is totally non-invasive and has been gaining popularity over the last few years.

Whatever people can do to pull in those areas of their body that may have grown a bit during quarantine, or areas they can’t seem to shrink with exercise, is going to be extremely popular as we move into a summer where we may be able to get back to semi-normal lives.

4. Breast Augmentation

While breast augmentation numbers have dropped slightly from previous years, we still believe that they will continue to be as popular as ever.

The techniques for performing breast augmentation surgery have evolved over the years, which has lead to reduced recovery times and less pain, have continued to make this procedure one of the most popular surgical procedures.

And for the same reasons we mentioned above, people are going to want to look and feel their best when they can finally get back out of the house. Not to mention that with parts of the world still under some sort of stay-at-home order, patients can easily recover in their own homes without having to go out in public right away.

Plastic Surgery in 2021

We expect plastic surgery and non-surgical procedures to continue to rise in popularity as we move into 2021. With more offices moving to remote work and people still having to stay home for a little while, we expect facial procedures to lead the pack, with body enhancements right behind them.

If you’re interested in any of these procedures or have more questions about what you can do to enhance how you look and feel, please contact us today. We would be happy to setup a virtual consultation, or an in-person visit if you’re in the Dallas area, to further discuss your surgical and non-surgical needs.

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Breast Implants and Stretch Marks – What You Need To Know

Breast Augmentation, Chest Questions

Breast augmentation can be a life changing experience. It can help you get the body you’ve always wanted, while also helping to boost your self esteem and make you feel better about yourself.

And while the reasons for wanting breast implants or a breast augmentation can vary from person to person, there are always things to consider before going under the knife.

Because breast augmentation is a surgical procedure, there are some inherent risks that go along with it. The recovery process can be uncomfortable, your overall results may vary from what you were expecting, and there is always the possibility of unwanted side-effects.

Breast augmentation is one of the most popular plastic surgery procedures done in the world, and because of that there has been lots of research done on the topic, and new procedural elements implemented over the years to help minimize the risks and complications from the surgery.

In the hands of a skilled, experienced, surgeon, a breast augmentation procedure is extremely safe, but there are still questions we get asked all the time.

For example, in certain situations people are worried about stretch marks when it comes to breast augmentations. And, those questions are posed in varying ways.

Some people are concerned that having breast implants will cause them to develop stretch marks, while others are wondering if having a breast augmentation can eliminate them.

Will Breast Implants Cause Stretch Marks?

It’s natural to assume that if you add something under the skin of your body, something that is larger than what was there before, that you would develop stretch marks on the skin.

The truth is, it depends on how elastic your skin is and how large of a breast implant you get.

Naturally, the larger size implant you get, the greater your chances of developing stretch marks are. But in most cases, with normal sized implants, it’s very rare to develop stretch marks.

The skin of the breast is general more elastic than skin on other parts of your body. Because of this elasticity, it can stretch naturally on it’s own without causing stretch marks.

Stretch marks are caused when the deep layers of skin tear and scar over. This is usually caused when the skin is “stretched” too far, faster than it can handle. You’ll often see this in the abdomen area during pregnancy due to the sudden weight gain that your body isn’t used to. But along with weight gain, stretch marks can occur based on genetics.

If you naturally have thinner, weaker skin, then you could be more pre-disposed to developing stretch marks with breast implants.

There are a couple ways to help reduce the risk of stretch marks after breast implants. The first way is to ensure that you’re not going too large.

Extremely large breast implants, that are clearly not made for your body, can produce overstretching of the skin the breast area, thus causing stretch marks to appear.

The other way is to find a surgeon who does their implants underneath the muscle tissue in the chest. Otherwise known as a submuscular implant. By placing the implant underneath the muscle there will be less pressure applied to the skin itself. This will help reduce the possibility of stretch marks forming on the skin.

Stretch marks after a breast augmentation surgery are not a common occurrence by any means, but as we stated above, there are some factors that can put you more at risk. It’s important to talk with your doctor if stretch marks are a major concern of yours.

Can Breast Augmentation Remove Stretch Marks?

In addition to questions about whether or not breast augmentation can cause stretch marks, we also get asked if they can help eliminate stretch marks that may come from sagging breasts.

Unfortunately, stretch marks are usually permanent, but there are ways to lessen the visibility of them. There are cosmetic creams and procedures that can help fade them out so they aren’t as noticeable, but as far as using breast augmentation to completely eliminate them, that’s rarely going to be possible.

What is possible though, is that during a breast augmentation procedure, your sagging breasts will be corrected, and resized in a way that will help hide the stretch marks that may have come from having children or with age. In addition to this, a breast lift can be performed to also help minimize the noticeability of those stretch marks.

So while a breast augmentation isn’t going to fix your stretch marks completely, it can help hide them and make them far less noticeable.

If you have more questions about breast augmentation and stretch marks, please contact us today! At the Dr Adams Plastic Surgery Center in Dallas, Texas, our goal is to make sure we’re open and honest about what you can expect from your breast augmentation surgery.

We’re happy to answer any questions you may have regarding these procedures to ensure that you know all the benefits and risks, as well as what to expect from the completed surgery.

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What Should You Wear After a Breast Augmentation?

Breast Augmentation, Chest Questions

After undergoing any type of surgery to your body, it’s important that you find the correct clothes that will allow you to heal as well as keep you comfortable. You want to give your body the ability to relax, but also want to support areas that may need support in order to reduce any pain you may feel while recovering.

As with any plastic surgery, breast augmentation is an invasive surgery that requires making incisions in the body, both on the surface level and under the skin, which can lead to discomfort during the recovery process.

Thankfully, Dr. Adams has perfected his Fast-Track 24-Hour Recovery Breast Augmentation method that allows a patient to return to normal everyday life (outside of exercise and strenuous activity) within 24 hours.

The procedure uses unique surgical techniques to minimize the trauma associated with breast augmentation surgery. By understanding where on the body to make incisions to keep internal tissue damage to a minimum, Dr. Adams is able to cut the traditional recovery time down to just 24 hours instead of weeks.

This allows for the patient to get back to work and going out with family and friends sooner, rather than having to stay home in bed while recovering.

But regardless of whether you choose Dr. Adams for your breast augmentation surgery, you’ll want to be comfortable when going through recovery, which is why it’s important to wear the right clothes after your surgery.

What Type of Clothes to Wear After Breast Augmentation?

Bras

One of the most important pieces of clothing after undergoing breast augmentation surgery is going to be a comfortable bra.

Depending on your doctor you may be told to go bra-less for a few days post-surgery or to wear specific post-surgical bras to help reduce swelling and to prevent the implants from shifting while they are healing.

Definitely take the advice that your doctor gives to you, they know what they are talking about. And in most cases doctors will recommend not wearing a traditional underwire bra until about six weeks after surgery.

We put together a list of great bras to use when recovering from breast augmentation if you’re looking for more guidance. 

Shirts

As we mentioned above, the proper bra is going to be the most important part of your outfit in the days after your breast augmentation surgery, but that doesn’t mean that you should just wear normal clothes over that.

In most cases you’re going to want to wear clothes that are easy to take on and off. Loose fitting t-shirts or blouses and zip-up hoodies tend to work best.

Due to the nature of how breast implants are inserted into the body, there will be some incisions made in the body tissue/muscle underneath the skin. This can lead to sore/achiness in your chest. The proper support from a bra can help, but you’ll want to do everything you can to reduce your arm movement.

Moving your arms away from your body can cause strain on the pectoralis muscle, which will be very sore from the surgery. By wearing loose fitting tops, or zip-up clothing, you’ll be able to easily put on and remove your shirts and minimize any pain you may experience.

Pants

The idea with pants after breast augmentation surgery is ease of removal and comfort. Your breast augmentation surgery will have no impact on your lower body, but the movement associated with removing your pants can exacerbate the soreness in your upper body.

Ensuring that your pants are easy to remove is key in minimizing the pain you may experience in your chest when making those movements.

Plus, if you’re going to be laying around for a few days, who wouldn’t want to be as comfortable as possible.

How Long Do I Have to Wear These Clothes After Surgery?

With a traditional breast implants you’ll want to wear these comfortable clothes for at least the first week. After the first week you can transition to more normal outer clothes if you’re feeling up to it, but you’ll want to continue to wear a softer sports bra, as you continue to heal.

If you’re still experiencing pain while wearing normal clothes, then continue to dress comfortably until the pain subsides.

After three weeks you should be able to wear normal clothes and transition to a normal, soft, bra. Remember, still no underwire or push-up bras until after the six week mark.

After the six week mark you should be able to wear whatever you want without significant pain. If you’re still experiencing significant pain at this point, we would recommend reaching out to your doctor.

Dr. Adams Fast- Track 24-Hour Recovery Breast Augmentation

If the recovery process from a traditional breast augmentation surgery is concerning to you, or is one of the reasons why you may not be considering the procedure, contact us!

Dr. Adams has perfected his Fast-Track 24-Hour breast augmentation recovery and will be able to help you reduce the downtime typically associated with breast augmentation surgery.

Contact us today to setup an in-office or virtual consultation to discuss the process and how it may benefit you.

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Cheek Jobs – Surgical vs. Non-Surgical Options

Non-Surgical, Plastic Surgery

With the advancements in plastic surgery techniques and non-surgical procedures over the years, many of the methods that were used in the past are no longer the best option. One of the enhancements that used to benefit most from an implant can now be improved using new non-surgical techniques.

Traditional plastic surgery will never go away entirely, but we’re seeing more and more people opting for non-surgical procedures as we learn more about how they can help patients with cosmetic issues.

One of the surgical procedures of the past that is losing popularity, due to its less invasive methods, is cheek implants.  

Cheek implants used to be the go-to method that surgeons preferred when helping to improve cheek structure and remove elements of aging from those areas of the face. But as we learn more about how those implants age, what can go wrong, and figure out better ways to achieve similar results, the days of the cheek implant may be over.

What is a Cheek Implant?

When it comes to plastic surgery and non-surgical procedures, facial enhancements are some of the most popular. Your face is one of the first things that you notice about yourself when looking in a mirror, and it’s the first thing that most people looking at you see. So it’s only natural to want to make your facial appearance look the best it can.

Cheek implants can be used to make your cheek bones more prominent as well as make your cheeks look fuller. They are also a great way to help pull the skin in your mid-face up a bit, helping to reduce wrinkles and signs of aging around the lower jawline and face.

Cheek implants work by implanting a piece of silicone in the cheeks to produce the look that the patient desires. The implant should not leave any scarring as the incisions are usually made inside the mouth or in the lower eyelid.

In the hands of a skilled, experienced surgeon, cheek implants should have no complications and no issues moving forward. They can even be removed and replaced with relative ease as you continue to age and your face changes.

Non-Surgical Cheek Enhancements

As innovation in the world of plastic surgery continues to advance, we’re finding more and more ways to enhance body features without the need for actual surgery. These non-surgical procedures allow for a cheaper, easier option for those that would rather not have more traditional surgery.

Non-surgical procedures are non-invasive and usually require little to no downtime. This is a huge benefit as it doesn’t require time off of work, or time confining yourself to your home while you heal.

And in some cases the results can be seen almost immediately.

Non-surgical cheek augmentations have become very popular in recent years as some doctors move further away from traditional cheek implants. By using injectables, topical creams, and other techniques, surgeons are able to bring life back to those tired cheeks.

Skin tightening, wrinkle reducing, and full cheeks are just some of the things you can expect from non-surgical cheek augmentation, in a fraction of the time that traditional cheek augmentation surgery would take. Not to mention, little to no downtime.

Non-surgical cheek enhancements are a great option if you’re looking for something relatively painless, more affordable, and less invasive than traditional cheek implants.

While there are several options for non-surgical cheek enhancements, injectable fillers are currently the favorite of most surgeons. They do not take much time, are relatively painless, and the patient can return to their normal life without any downtime.

In addition to that, the results from injectables rival those of traditional implants, however less permanent.

Why Choose Non-Surgical Over Cheek Implants?

With both surgical and non-surgical cheek enhancement options available, are there benefits to choose one over the other?

In short, yes. Each type of procedure has its own pros and cons, so it will be up to you to make the ultimate decision, but let’s take a look at both and compare them.

Non-surgical cheek augmentation, or enhancements, are great because they are non-invasive, they require no cutting or incisions. They are also relatively painless and require almost no downtime.

This means that you can have the procedure done during your lunch hour and go right back to work afterwards with no need to go home and rest or take pain medication. This is the main benefit of going with a non-surgical procedure over a traditional cheek implant.

There are some downsides to non-surgical procedures though. In most cases, non-surgical procedures, cheek or otherwise, are not permanent. They will require subsequent doctor visits throughout the year. Some non-surgical results last longer than others, but most will see you returning to the doctor 1-3 times a year, depending on the procedure.

The more traditional method of using cheek implants are usually permanent unless complications arise, which, when done by an experienced/skilled surgeon, usually don’t happen. But with any surgery, there is always a chance.

Cheek implants also require incisions in the face to add the implant, however these incisions are usually made in the inside of the mouth or the lower eyelid to hide any visible scarring.  

The other downside is, since it is a traditional surgery, there will be more of a recovery period than if you were to go the non-surgical route.

In most cases with non-surgical, you could be back to your normal routine right after the procedure. However, traditional surgery will require you to rest for about a week before you can return to regular activities.

There are positives and negatives to both methods when it comes to cheek augmentation, so it’s important to know what your needs are and what you expect to get out of the surgery.

If you’re looking for a more permanent solution and aren’t concerned about the recovery period, then traditional cheek augmentation might be better for you. If you’re looking for something less invasive, more cost efficient, and something that is less invasive, then non-surgical treatments may be a better option for you.