Will a Tummy Tuck Remove Stretch Marks?

Posted on February 20, 2012 by wpAdmin

Many women complain about stretch marks on the abdomen, breasts and hips after pregnancy or weight fluctuation. Men may develop stretch marks too, if they rapidly gain or lose significant amounts of weight.

Stretch marks are scars in the dermal and epidermal layers that develop when the skin loses elasticity and tears. They usually appear pink, purple or red at first, and then fade to a lighter silvery white color. Once they fade to silver or white, stretch marks are harder to treat with topical creams, abdominal exercises and skin treatments like microdermabrasion or chemical peels. Laser scar reduction may produce some improvement in the appearance of stretch marks, but will not completely eliminate them.

Tummy tuck surgery can effectively treat stretch marks that develop lower on the abdomen, below the belly button. Though tummy tuck surgery is not recommended purely as a stretch mark removal method, skin marred by stretch marks may be removed during the surgery, and remaining stretch marks may flatten.

Tummy tuck surgery also tightens the abdominal muscles, which may have separated during pregnancy, removes excess fat and eliminates excess saggy skin from the midsection. It vastly improves the contour of the stomach and helps patients feel more confident in their own skin. Tummy tuck is a part of mommy makeover surgery, which restores a woman’s pre-pregnancy physique.

If you are bothered by stretch marks on your lower stomach and would like to learn more about how tummy tuck surgery can improve the overall appearance of your midsection, please contact New Jersey cosmetic surgeon David Evdokimow by calling (908) 221-1136.

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Choosing the Best Liposuction Technique for Your Body

Posted on February 20, 2012 by wpAdmin

A popular cosmetic procedure, liposuction may be performed in one of several ways. New Jersey plastic surgeon, Dr. David Evdokimow offers the latest, most effective liposuction techniques. Each patient has a unique body and set of cosmetic goals, and it’s up to the individual to consult with Dr. Evdokimow to determine which approach will work best for his or her needs. Here’s an overview of some of the most advanced techniques available at our practice.

Tumescent liposuction uses the infusion of lots of fluid into the treatment area before eliminating pockets of fat. The liquid solution contains epinephrine and local anesthetic, and causes the fatty tissue to swell so it is easier to remove from the body.

Advantages: tumescent liquid reduces patient discomfort and shrinks blood vessels to minimize blood loss

Ultrasound-assisted liposuction (UAL) directs ultrasound waves at the treatment area to liquefy fat cells before they are aspirated with a cannula. VASER is one of the latest iterations of ultrasound-assisted liposuction that uses gentler sound waves to break up fat. The ultrasound energy produces a thermal heating effect that tightens the skin.

Advantages: causes less trauma to the surrounding tissue, and has a skin tightening effect

Laser-assisted liposuction relies on laser energy to emulsify fat cells, producing an oily substance that is removed through small incisions. The laser seals blood vessels to reduce swelling, bleeding and bruising. Laser liposuction also produces a skin tightening effect by heating up the deep layers of tissue.

Advantages: minimally invasive, fast recovery, tightens sagging skin

If you would like to sculpt a certain area of your body, such as your abdomen, thighs, buttocks or arms, explore your options with Dr. Evdokimow. Contact our plastic surgery New Jersey practice today by calling (908) 221-1136 to schedule a consultation.

Dr. Evdokimow is also a skilled New Jersey tummy tuck, thigh lift and mommy makeover provider.

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Non-Surgical Facelift Alternatives

Posted on February 9, 2012 by wpAdmin

Patients seeking non-surgical facial rejuvenation have plenty of options at Dr. Evdokimow’s plastic surgery New Jersey practice. Advances in technology now allow cosmetic surgeons to produce significant improvement in the facial skin and features via non-invasive techniques. Patients can achieve results similar to those of a facelift without physically or financially committing to surgery. Here are some options:

Ulthera is a non-invasive treatment that uses ultrasound energy technology to revitalize the face. It takes a two-step approach; first, the Ulthera handpiece delivers thermal energy to the deep layers of the skin’s connective tissue, heating it and causing it to tighten and lift. Then, the handpiece is aimed at the upper layers of the skin to stimulate the production of collagen. Results are almost immediate and continue to improve over a period of several months as more collagen forms.

Botox is a leading wrinkle reduction treatment. This facial injectable freezes the muscles responsible for causing facial wrinkles such as the frown lines. The result is smoother-looking skin that looks rested and refreshed. It is often recommended for patients with minor facial wrinkling who do not need surgical intervention.

Dermal fillers such as Juvederm and Sculptra eliminate wrinkles and add volume to areas of the face that look hollow or “deflated.” These products are used to smooth frown lines and crow’s feet and improve volume to the cheeks, the nasolabial folds and the lips.

When used in combination with each other at our practice in New Jersey dermal fillers, injectables and skin tightening treatments can make the face look younger and more rested.

To schedule a consultation and learn more about your non-surgical facelift options, contact NJ plastic surgeon David Evdokimow today by calling (908) 221-1136. You may also request an online consultation.

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Full Facelift vs. Mini Facelift

Posted on February 9, 2012 by wpAdmin

Facelift surgery is tailored to the specific needs of the patient to provide the necessary improvement to the facial skin and features. Some patients require a full facelift to achieve the desired results, whereas others need minor corrections. Each procedure has its own unique set of advantages and disadvantages.

New Jersey plastic surgeon Dr. David Evdokimow will most likely recommend a full facelift to patients who have significant wrinkling and sagging skin. A full facelift treats the deeper SMAS (sub-muscular aponeurotic system) to adjust the facial muscles and tighten the jowls and cheeks. It smoothes deep creases and adjusts fat compartments in the face to preserve facial volume.

If you think you might be a candidate for a full facelift in New Jersey, schedule a consultation with Dr. Evdokimow today.

A mini facelift is a less invasive procedure typically suggested for the patient with minimal skin laxity and minor signs of aging. The incisions for a mini facelift may be shorter and the extent of soft tissue correction is slighter. A mini facelift requires less downtime, but the results are not as dramatic or long-lasting. Some surgeons may market this procedure as a “weekend facelift” but educated candidates should be wary of this language and seek the guidance of a board-certified plastic surgeon to discuss the surgery.

Neither facelift procedure treats droopy eyelids, puffy bags under the eyes or the position of the eyebrows. Eyelid surgery (blepharoplasty) and brow lift are better options to address these concerns.

The best way to determine whether facelift, mini facelift, eyelid surgery or brow lift is best for you is to consult with Dr. Evdokimow at his plastic surgery New Jersey office. Please call (908) 221-1136 to schedule an appointment or request your consultation online by clicking here.

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Buttock Enhancement (Brazilian Butt Lift)

Posted on December 15, 2011 by wpAdmin

Brazilian butt lift is a less invasive procedure than butt enhancement with implants. In fact, Brazilian butt lift refers to fat grafting, which involves extracting fat from the patient’s own body (donor site) and re-injecting it into the buttocks to enhance volume and provide a natural lift to the buttocks. As an accomplished New Jersey plastic surgery provider and body contouring surgeon, Dr. Evdokimow is known for delivering beautiful and natural-looking results using the Brazilian butt lift technique.

During the Brazilian butt lift procedure, Dr. Evdokimow makes small incisions at the donor site, where an adequate amount of fat is available for extraction, such as the flanks, thighs or the abdomen. The fat is obtained via the liposuction technique, which involves the use of a cannula (a hollow tube) that breaks up and suctions out the fat cells. The fat is then purified and separated from the fibrous and connective tissue. The final step of the procedure is re-injecting the purified fat into the treatment area. The fat is injected in a backward motion (retrograde movement) to promote even distribution and achieve natural results.

Brazilian butt lift is a very intricate procedure and requires superior technical skills. When not performed by an experienced surgeon, patients may achieve less desired results, including uneven distribution of fat, which may make the buttocks look lumpy and unattractive. In addition, because the injected fat must develop its own blood supply to survive, more than 50 percent of it is lost shortly after the fat grafting treatment. To avoid this, Dr. Evdokimow may over-inject the treatment site and/or schedule a repeat session for best results.

However, when performed properly, Brazilian butt lift can deliver stunning aesthetic results; in some cases even better than those attained via butt implants. Unlike butt implants, Brazilian butt lift can shape the lower part of the buttocks for a more rounded and attractive behind.

Brazilian butt lift is often performed in conjunction with breast enhancement for New Jersey breast augmentation and/or breast lift patients. Dr. Evdokimow is also a superb mommy makeover New Jersey provider, combining a range of cosmetic procedures to restore the bodies of new moms after childbearing.

For more information, please read our article on Brazilian butt lift in New Jersey. To schedule a consultation with Dr. Evdokimow, please contact our office at (908) 221-1136. You may also request an online consultation.

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Mommy Makeover in New Jersey

Posted on December 8, 2011 by wpAdmin

Has childbirth taken a toll on your breasts, your midsection and other parts of the body? If so, you may be a candidate for a mommy makeover in New Jersey. Mommy makeover surgery is a popular cosmetic treatment that specifically addresses undesired physical changes after pregnancy. The beauty of this procedure is that Dr. Evdokimow can tailor this comprehensive makeover treatment to meet the unique needs of each woman, thereby restoring several problem areas associated with childbearing.

Mommy makeover surgery can lift sagging breasts and/or restore volume to deflated breasts with silicone or saline breast implants. Often, as part of the mommy makeover procedure, breast enhancement is combined with tummy tuck surgery. Tummy tuck tightens the abdominal muscles, which are stretched during pregnancy, and reduces the amount of fat and excess skin. Liposuction is often used during mommy makeover to eliminate localized fat deposits that can accumulate in the lower back, thighs, hips and buttocks. After closely assessing your physical changes after pregnancy, Dr. Evdokimow, a superb cosmetic surgeon New Jersey patients trust with all their aesthetic needs, will help you determine which specific procedures should be part of your mommy makeover.

Mommy makeover surgery is designed to treat physical changes and excess fat that cannot be alleviated through post-pregnancy dieting and exercise. It is often recommended that women who have recently given birth wait several months prior to pursuing cosmetic surgery. In addition, women who are planning on having more children may not be good candidates for mommy makeover surgery.

Depending on the complexity of the procedure, which varies from one patient to another, a mommy makeover may require several weeks of recovery and in some cases an overnight hospital stay. The surgery is always performed under general anesthesia at an accredited medical facility or local hospital.

As a premier New Jersey mommy makeover surgeon, Dr. Evdokimow has helped many new moms restore their attractive figure and feel just as good as before childbearing. He understands a woman’s need to look and feel good at any age and, therefore, consistently delivers outstanding aesthetic results based on each individual’s desires and goals.

In addition to mommy makeover surgery, Dr. Evdokimow performs a range of facial rejuvenation procedures, including eyelid surgery, brow lift and rhinoplasty in New Jersey. He is also a skilled New Jersey vampire facelift surgeon.

For more information, please contact Dr. Evdokimow or request your consultation online.

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Moobs? Male Breast Reduction

Posted on December 2, 2011 by wpAdmin

Moobs or man boobs are a very unattractive feature and can make men extremely self-conscious about their masculinity. Although some men have moobs due to excess weight, others suffer from a condition called gynecomastia. Gynecomastia is a disorder characterized by the development of excess glandular tissue in men and can be caused by a wide range of factors, including hormonal imbalance. In addition to treating the cause of gynecomastia, when possible, a man’s masculine appearance can be restored through a cosmetic procedure called male breast reduction. As a New Jersey plastic surgeon male patients trust, Dr. Evdokimow has successfully performed many male breast reduction procedures and is known for delivering superb aesthetic outcomes.

Gynecomastia surgery or male breast reduction in New Jersey can be a simple or complex procedure depending on each patient’s unique case and amount of excess glandular tissue. For some men, the procedure is performed under local anesthesia via a liposuction technique. Liposuction involves the use of a vacuum device that breaks up and suctions out excess fat through small incisions. For those who have a more severe case of gynecomastia, Dr. Evdokimow may combine liposuction, ultrasound-assisted liposuction and surgical excision to achieve desired results.

Prior to the procedure, Dr. Evdokimow will conduct a detailed assessment of the patient’s degree of gynecomastia, the type of gynecomastia and the amount of the overlying skin in order to recommend the most appropriate treatment. Each patient’s treatment is planned based on their unique case and individual aesthetic desires.

Depending on the level of invasiveness, gynecomastia recovery can range anywhere from two to three weeks. However, strenuous physical activity is restricted for up to six weeks. During the healing process, New Jersey male breast reduction patients are instructed to wear a surgical garment and closely follow Dr. Evdokimow’s postoperative instructions.

To schedule a one-on-one consultation with Dr. Evdokimow, please contact our practice at 908-221-1136 or request your consultation online.

Dr. Evdokimow also helps New Jersey breast augmentation and breast lift patients. He is also a skilled female breast reduction surgeon in New Jersey. All female breast enhancement procedures can also be combined with mommy makeover surgery, a uniquely tailored full body makeover for women after pregnancy.

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Laser Scar Removal

Posted on November 29, 2011 by wpAdmin

Scars are areas of fibrous tissue, also known as fibrosis, that replace normal skin after injury. A scar is the result of the biological process of wound healing. While some scars are very subtle and not life-altering, others can be quite visible and greatly affect appearance. For many individuals unsightly and highly visible scars lead to self-esteem issues. While scar gels and creams may help improve the appearance of scarring, often patients pursue scar revision surgery to achieve better results. As a superb plastic surgeon in New Jersey, Dr. Evdokimow offers laser scar removal, a better and less invasive solution to improving the appearance of scars.

Laser scar removal is a non-invasive, non-ablative, laser-guided treatment that uses advanced technology to greatly improve the appearance of scars. Dr. Evdokimow uses the leading-edge HOYA ConBio laser or the state-of-the-art Palomar Fractional laser to penetrate deep under the superficial layers of skin and trigger the body’s natural healing process. In fact, the idea behind laser scar removal is not to remove the scar with the laser, so to speak, but to promote the healing process, which results in formation of new, healthy tissue in the treatment area. As the new tissue forms, it replaces the damaged, scarred skin, thereby making it look smoother and more aesthetically pleasing.

Laser scar removal is appropriate for all skin types and can be used to improve the appearance of a variety of different types of scars, including acne scars, keloid scars, atrophic and hypertrophic scars. Research shows that laser scar revision can improve scarred tissue up to 50 to 80 percent.

For best results, laser scar removal is tailored to the specific type of scar, skin characteristics and aesthetic needs of the patient. However, not everyone is a good candidate for laser scar removal, particularly individuals who suffer from serious skin disorders. As an accomplished New Jersey laser scar removal provider, Dr. Evdokimow can help you determine whether laser scar removal is the best treatment option for you.

For more information or to schedule your laser scar removal consultation, please call Dr. Evdokimow at (908) 221-1136 or request your consultation online.

Dr. Evdokimow helps New Jersey laser hair removal, laser tattoo removal and laser stretch mark removal patients from throughout the region. He is also a top laser skin rejuvenation New Jersey provider.

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Laser Tattoo Removal

Posted on November 19, 2011 by wpAdmin

Laser tattoo removal is an excellent treatment option for individuals who regret getting a tattoo. As an accomplished New Jersey cosmetic surgery provider, Dr. Evdokimow offers the procedure to patients from New Jersey, New York and the surrounding area. He understands that each tattoo is unique and therefore drafts customized treatment plans for the best laser tattoo removal results.

Laser tattoo removal involves the use of advanced laser technology that penetrates deep into the skin, thereby breaking up ink particles used to create the tattoo. The ink particles are then absorbed into the body and removed by the immune system. The best candidates for laser tattoo removal are healthy individuals with a strong immune system and do not suffer from skin disease or other skin irregularities.

In order to provide his New Jersey laser tattoo removal patients with the best possible outcome, Dr. Evdokimow uses the most sophisticated laser technology, including the HOYA ConBio Revlite laser in conjunction with PhotoAcoustic Technology Pulse. The effectiveness of laser tattoo removal greatly depends on the colors used in the tattoo, the size of the tattoo, skin characteristics and the patient’s general health. For some patients, excision of the tattoo may also be combined with the laser treatment.

Laser tattoo removal is an outpatient procedure that is usually performed at Dr. Evdokimow’s practice, unless it is being combined with other cosmetic treatments. Depending on the level of invasiveness, Dr. Evdokimow may use topical or local anesthesia. Laser tattoo removal is not a one-time treatment; in fact, most patients require six to 12 treatments with six-week intervals in between.

To schedule a one-on-one tattoo removal consultation to discuss the best treatment plan for you, please contact Dr. Evdokimow at 908-221-1136 or request your consultation online.

Dr. Evdokimow’s New Jersey plastic surgery practice features to most advanced lasers and technologies for various cosmetic applications, including laser skin treatment. Dr. Evdokimow is also a skilled New Jersey laser skin rejuvenation provider and has helped many laser hair removal New Jersey patients alleviate various skin irregularities.

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Ultrasound Skin Tightening (Ulthera)

Posted on November 12, 2011 by wpAdmin

Ultrasound skin tightening therapy (Ulthera), available at Dr. Evdokimow’s New Jersey plastic surgery practice is one of the latest advancements among non-invasive facial rejuvenation treatments. This state-of-the-art device allows Dr. Evdokimow to deliver a non-invasive, skin tightening effect with precision and consistency, thereby producing extremely safe and satisfying aesthetic results.

The Ulthera device involves the use of sound waves that are applied to the surface of the skin to lift and tighten sagging tissue caused by aging. The sound waves penetrate deep under the superficial layers of skin to promote natural collagen production, which further helps maintain the rewarding aesthetic results of Ulthera. Without the need for incisions, anesthesia or scarring, Dr. Evdokimow is able to lift sagging eyebrows, tighten loose tissue on the neck and face and restore lost volume associated with natural loss of collagen. In fact, Ultherapy is an especially excellent treatment for sagging eyebrows because it simultaneously reduces excess eyelid skin as the brows are lifted.

Ultherapy is a painless treatment performed at the practice and lasts anywhere from 30 to 60 minutes, depending on the size of the treatment area and each patient’s unique treatment plan. A mild sedative is administered for maximum patient comfort. In some patients, minor swelling and bruising is common, but generally subsides within a few hours after the procedure.

Although the results are visible right away, the final outcome is achieved within three months and can last up to two years.

To learn more about this exciting, non-invasive facial beautification treatment, please visit our Ulthera page. While there, you may also learn about facelift in NJ, rhinoplasty and other facial rejuvenation procedures, all of which are available at Dr. Evdokimow’s practice. Dr. Evdokimow is also known as a superb New Jersey Botox and dermal filler physician.

To schedule a consultation, please call (908) 221-1136. Dr. Evdokimow treats men and women from New Jersey and New York.

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