Obesity isn’t just a problem that affects adults. According to the National Institutes of Health, about one in six children is obese. Being extremely overweight at a young age puts a person at greater risk for health problems, and the problems only increase as he or she gets older.
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Have you ever wondered why people with dentures look older with or without their dentures? This finding is one of the favorite subjects of cartoonists and humorists trying to make light of one of life’s unfortunate situations. There is a very good anatomical explanation for making a connection between the health your teeth and gums and facial aging. Poor dental health has a very significant negative effect on the appearance of your face. Regardless of your facial features, your smile and the condition of your teeth are one of the first features that a stranger notices when you first meet them. Discolorations, unevenness, an altered […]
Although it may seem like society focuses almost exclusively on women’s body shape and size, men also become concerned and feel pressure about the way their bodies look. Physical changes to the body as men get older can make them feel self conscious or lead to a loss of self confidence. While no man can stop time or the changes it brings to his body, it is possible to correct a few common male body issues, through a combination of diet, exercise and plastic surgery. (more…)
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In 2013, the American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery reported that labiaplasty, or the reduction of excess tissue of the labia minora of the genital region in women increased by 44%, making it one of the fastest growing cosmetic procedures. The motivations for women seeking this procedure are complex, but include, a desire to improve their appearance in and out of clothing, comfort, hygiene, asymmetry, trauma, and a myriad of psychosocial considerations. (more…)
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Hair loss is a common condition that affects up to 56 million Americans. It typically affects men beginning in their 40’s and post-menopausal women with a slight predominance towards men. There are many causes of hair loss including nutritional deficiencies, auto-immune disorders, trauma and most commonly genetic/hormonal predisposition. While hair loss is often joked about in our culture, the psychological effects on patients can be quite debilitating. Fortunately, there are a host of new advances that are making the management of this problem more effective.
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By Lorne Jaffe
Reprint from Huffington Post.com
“You don’t have to do it,” my wife said. All our beach stuff was set up. Sienna was already having fun in the sand. That left me standing there taking deep breaths.
“I DO have to,” I replied, looking everywhere but at my wife and daughter. I hadn’t had two surgeries to correct gynecomastia (male breast enlargement) just to chicken out when the time came. A deep breath and off went my shirt. I’d purposely worn my Breaking Bad T-shirt thinking this would be my “Heisenberg” moment. I know Walter White isn’t the best character to […]
Over the course of nine months, a woman’s body can produce a completely new person. While you might feel plenty of joy and excitement when you look at your little one resting in a crib, you might not feel any joy or excitement when you look at what the pregnancy has done to your body.
Not every woman has a lot of changes to her body following pregnancy. Depending on your genes, age and other factors, your body might bounce back to a its pre-baby weight, size and shape with no problem. But, it’s also possible that you’ll notice some lasting […]
While some women will do anything to make their breasts look larger, from wearing push-up bras to having breast augmentation surgery, men strive for the opposite. A flat chest is typically a masculine trait and desirable on a man. Still, some men develop a condition called gynecomastia, or enlarged breast tissue. Usually, the condition occurs because the breast gland becomes bigger. In some cases, a man can have excess fat on the chest that makes the breast look bigger. (more…)
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Actual Bitar Institute Patients
Body-Contouring-After-Weight-Loss is a comprehensive management approach that takes into consideration this population’s unique physical, aesthetic, medical, and psychological concerns.
Plastic Surgeons forge a close relationship with the patient, the Bariatric Surgeon, Nutritionist or Internist to ensure optimal management. They also utilize Cosmetic Surgery procedures that have been modified to address the unique characteristic of a weight-loss patient’s skin excess.
These procedures are often combined to address concerns of the face, torso and extremities. Most patients have multiple procedures to address their concerns in one to three stages depending on their baseline weight and the degree of skin laxity.
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If you’ve taken a look at fashion or fitness magazines lately, you have most likely encountered the phrase “thigh gap.” A thigh gap is simply the space between your upper thighs. Some people have on naturally, due to their body shape or the size of their thighs. Others would like to get a thigh gap, both for cosmetic reasons and to reduce the discomfort felt when the thighs rub together.
In most cases, diet and exercise alone aren’t enough to help you get that coveted space between your thighs. Fortunately, there are a number of options, both surgical and non-surgical, that […]
