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Tom Kazansky
01-29-2016, 01:16 PM
What's your opinion on small implants, like less than 150cc? I'm considering them for my smaller frame, but I've read that they don't actually make a long-term difference. Is that true? If so, how?

Also, is your username because you're "ice cold, no mistakes" while performing surgery? 8)

I usually don't recommend implants smaller than 200 cc, but it depends on your frame and your goals. Any cosmetic surgeon will tell you that women virtually always wish they had gotten larger implants, regardless of what the size of the original implants. I've never had a patient tell me they wish they had gone with a smaller implant. So I would err on the side of going a little larger than you think you would want.

I personally recommend 200 cc for very thin women with very small and/or contracted natural breasts. Otherwise I recommend 250 cc and larger. But again, it all depends on your frame and your goals...hope that helps!

And I was wondering when someone would comment on the name...8)

culitos
01-29-2016, 04:35 PM
Hi Tom! Nice to have you here.

I've actually been wondering this for a while, but I have a good amount of fat on my calves and would like to eventually get a BBL. But I've read that doing lipo from your calves is riskier than other parts of the body due to the nerves there. So I guess what I'm wondering is, do you think a good BBL surgeon would be able to use the fat from my calves? Im petite and have a pear shaped body so most of my fat would be coming from my legs anyway.

tuesdaymarie
01-31-2016, 08:57 AM
Assuming my silicone implants never rupture, do you think I should eventually replace them anyway, or is the risk of surgery not worth a "just in case" measure? I had my breasts done when I was 23, so going by the 10-year "rule" and assuming an average lifespan, that's a lot of potentially unnecessary surgeries. (Excuse the silliness of someone who has had multiple elective surgeries pointing that out.)

Tom Kazansky
02-01-2016, 02:33 PM
Hi Tom! Nice to have you here.

I've actually been wondering this for a while, but I have a good amount of fat on my calves and would like to eventually get a BBL. But I've read that doing lipo from your calves is riskier than other parts of the body due to the nerves there. So I guess what I'm wondering is, do you think a good BBL surgeon would be able to use the fat from my calves? Im petite and have a pear shaped body so most of my fat would be coming from my legs anyway.

Lipo to the calves is somewhat riskier to the superficial nerves in the skin, but not necessarily to motor nerves involved in muscle function. So you might lose some sensation in your feet or lower legs, but this is still unlikely if the lipo is done well. In terms of transferring this fat to the buttocks for a butt lift, it is certainly possible, but you probably won't get significant change in your butt from calf fat alone. It takes a lot of fat to produce a noticeable difference in your butt, even with a petite frame, and usually there is not much fat in the calves. You might notice a small difference in your butt with calf lipo, but honestly probably not worth the extra cost. If your thighs need lipo, you might have more luck there in addition to the calves. Of course the best place is generally the abdomen and flanks. Good luck!

Tom Kazansky
02-01-2016, 02:35 PM
Assuming my silicone implants never rupture, do you think I should eventually replace them anyway, or is the risk of surgery not worth a "just in case" measure? I had my breasts done when I was 23, so going by the 10-year "rule" and assuming an average lifespan, that's a lot of potentially unnecessary surgeries. (Excuse the silliness of someone who has had multiple elective surgeries pointing that out.)

We generally say the life span of silicone implants is 10 years, but if they last longer there is no need to replace them. As time goes on they are more likely to rupture for various reasons, although the new implants are less likely to do so (which is why the warranty for silicone implants is so good). So I would not replace the implants unless they rupture. You are correct: replacing them every 10 years would be unnecessary and expensive!

whirlerz
02-08-2016, 11:53 AM
What do you think about Ultherapy, for tightening sagging face/chin? Are there any serums creams that would help also?
I've been using Erasa EXP 30 serum for anti aging issues on my face..I like it, but I'd like some firming tightening action, even temporarily
Thanks!

cyberstripper
02-08-2016, 06:10 PM
Is there a way one can participate in studies for fillers, plastic surgeries, other elective and cosmetic treatments, like people can participate in studies on medications, and a very poor example...men getting paid to get a testicle removed. Ok basically what I am trying to ask is there any way I become a tester for a pair of implants and be compensated for it lol? How about fillers, Lipo..etc. Plastic surgeons need to practice too. At dental schools you can get reduced cost or free dental procedures. Is this the case with plastic surgeons? You never know.

whirlerz
02-09-2016, 06:50 PM
I read that fillers can help w/the face droop?
TOMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMM! Where are yooooou!

Tom Kazansky
02-10-2016, 12:04 PM
What do you think about Ultherapy, for tightening sagging face/chin? Are there any serums creams that would help also?
I've been using Erasa EXP 30 serum for anti aging issues on my face..I like it, but I'd like some firming tightening action, even temporarily
Thanks!

I don't do any cosmetic work on the face other than Botox and fillers (along with some topical therapies), but Ultherapy seems to be pretty good. It probably wouldn't be as effective as a face lift, especially long term, but if you want to avoid a face lift and have some firming/tightening, Ultherapy is probably your best bet. I have found few creams that show significant improvement, though as always, they do work well for some people. So I would say you'll probably see some benefit from Ultherapy, though I wouldn't bet on any significant long term results.

Tom Kazansky
02-10-2016, 12:21 PM
Is there a way one can participate in studies for fillers, plastic surgeries, other elective and cosmetic treatments, like people can participate in studies on medications, and a very poor example...men getting paid to get a testicle removed. Ok basically what I am trying to ask is there any way I become a tester for a pair of implants and be compensated for it lol? How about fillers, Lipo..etc. Plastic surgeons need to practice too. At dental schools you can get reduced cost or free dental procedures. Is this the case with plastic surgeons? You never know.

Here are some options to consider:

1. Contact a university or teaching hospital and ask about their rates. You might not find any cheaper rates at a university hospital, but you can certainly call and find out. You would have to deal with residents doing the procedure and probably med students watching (and examining you pre-op), but if you are ok with that then it's worth calling and asking about prices.

2. You probably have better chances of a discount if you contact a cosmetic surgery practice - especially a new practice - and ask about a discount or free surgery in exchange for marketing. This might require you to have Before & Afters photos placed online, or maybe a promotional video, or something similar. Again, your odds would be much better with a brand new practice that needs to build a client base and generate some positive marketing and word of mouth.

3. Try to get a job - full time or part time - at a cosmetic surgery practice. Believe me, it is really hard to find good office workers at any medical office, so if you are a conscientious, hard-working person you could get a job AND get free or significantly discounted surgery (of course, you could continue dancing as much as you want). Cosmetic surgeons actually like to have employees they have operated on, because they can "model" the results for patients. Patients ask nurses and other office workers to see and/or touch their augmented breasts, see their tummy tuck scars, etc. all the time - I was really surprised at first how often it happens. It's a major selling point for the surgeon and is often helpful and reassuring for the patients. If prospective patients like the results they see on a surgeon's staff, they will be much more willing to have the surgeon do their surgery. So a surgeon will happily employ someone who wants surgery and will likely perform the procedures for free or at cost.

Hope this helps! Good luck!

whirlerz
02-12-2016, 11:42 PM
THANKS so much!