Angelina Jolie Undergoes Preventive Double Mastectomy

Posted on May 14, 2013 by richmondplasticsurgeons

Angelina Jolie has announced that she has underwent a preventive double mastectomyangelina jolie despite being healthy.

This came on the heels of finding out that she has the BRCA1 cancer gene, giving her an 87% chance of developing breast cancer and a 50% risk of ovarian cancer. Angelina’s surgery was a success and the doctors say her chances of developing breast cancer are now less than 5%. Jolie lost her mother to ovarian cancer in 2007.

Jolie stated in an article on CNN that she has now finished three months of medical procedures that included the mastectomies and breast reconstruction. A mastectomy is an operation that removes all or part of the breast. A double mastectomy is removal of both breasts. After a patient undergoes a mastectomy they can then undergo breast reconstruction.

Richmond Plastic Surgeons offers breast reconstruction options for mastectomy patients including newer microsurgical procedures such as DIEP. Our goal is to help restore your form and sense of femininity by providing the best options for your reconstruction, and we work closely with many of the best breast cancer surgeons and other members of the multidisciplinary breast cancer teams in the Richmond area.

Contact us to find out about breast reconstruction options and to consult with one of our qualified surgeons.

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Pediatric Quickstitch Emergencies

Posted on May 6, 2013 by richmondplasticsurgeons

As summer approaches kids are playingquickstitch facial laceration outdoors more often and prone to accidents including cuts, bruises, scrapes and lacerations.

In the event of a facial laceration, a quickstitch suture procedure can help minimize potential scarring, decrease healing time and promote faster healing and recovery. Dr. Aboutanos of Richmond Plastic Surgeons can help your child after a facial laceration by performing the quickstitch procedure in the event of an emergency.

What to Do In The Event of a Pediatric Facial Laceration Emergency

In the event of a pediatric facial laceration remain calm and refer to the following steps:

  1. Do not remove excess skin or debride the scar. In other words, if there is “hanging” skin or a loose flap of skin, do not remove it
  2. Call 804.285.4115
  3. Tell the operator you have a pediatric emergency and want to contact Dr. Aboutanos
  4. Please leave details about the child’s injury
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Cosmedics May Specials

Posted on May 1, 2013 by richmondplasticsurgeons

Here’s what Cosmedics has lined up for their May specials:

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Obagi skincare line is available in Richmond VA at Cosmedics

FAKE BAKE – 10% Off All Month!

Treat Mom to an Obagi Hydrating Signature Facial ($100) and she will receive a travel size Obagi cleanser free!

Mother’s Day Gift Special: The Obagi Mother’s Day Gift $100 Purchase this gift that includes the following items: Obagi Elastiderm Eye Cream and Obagi Elastiderm Complete Eye Complex Serum packaged in a sunny yellow Spring Cosmetic Bag. Available at our Practice for a Limited Time Only while supplies last.

Latisse – Buy two at regular price and receive one free! (3ml kit – $100)

Contact Cosmedics at Richmond Plastic Surgeons to schedule an appointment.

Call 804.521.3025 to schedule now.

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Get rid of man boobs

Posted on April 26, 2013 by richmondplasticsurgeons

Often referred to as man boobs, Gynecomastia is the benign enlargement of breast tissue in males. While it is actually quite typical and affects men of all ages, it is especially common in teenage boys during puberty when there is a lot of hormonal activity. It can affect one or both breasts and there is no known cause in the majority of cases. For men who have this condition and feel self-conscious about it, breast reduction surgery can help.

Gynecomastia Male Breast Reduction Surgery

Gynecomastia male breast reduction surgery is performed by a qualified plastic surgeon atgynecomastia our Virginia Center for Plastic Surgery outpatient facility. Occasionally with gynecomastia surgery, it is necessary to combine liposuction with surgical removal of excess tissue to achieve optimal results. This procedure removes fat and/or glandular tissue from the breast area. In some extreme cases it is necessary to remove excess skin, resulting in a chest that is flatter, firmer, and better contoured. Attention to entry points that result in a smoother end result with hidden or minimal scarring is always a goal at Richmond Plastic Surgeons.

Are You a Good Candidate for Surgery?

Surgery can be performed on healthy men of any age. The best candidates for surgery have firm, elastic skin that will reshape to the body’s new contours. Surgery may be discouraged for obese men or for overweight men who have not first attempted to correct the problem with exercise and weight loss. Individuals who drink alcohol beverages in excess, smoke marijuana, or use anabolic steroids are usually not considered good candidates for this type of surgery.

If you have suffered from having “man boobs”, call 804.285.4115  for a plastic surgery consult. You can count on our expertise as well as our discretion.

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How to Get Rid of Neck Fat

Posted on April 18, 2013 by richmondplasticsurgeons

Do you have unwanted neck fat under your chin or a double chin? There are two ways you can get rid of neck fat with plastic surgery, either with neck liposuction or a neck lift. You might want to consider getting rid of neck fat with plastic surgery if you have stubborn areas of neck fat that don’t respond to traditional weight-loss methods.

Liposuction for the neck

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Neck Liposuction Before

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Neck Liposuction After

Neck liposuction is the removal of fat around the neck. This procedure is performed on patients who have persistent fat deposits below the chin and in the neck area. When fat accumulates around the neck, the youthful shape of the jaw is lost. With liposuction your plastic surgeon sculpts the neck area, removes fat, and restores an angular shape of the chin.

Neck Lift

A neck lift is a plastic surgery procedure that can improve loose, sagging skin around the neck that comes with age. As people age, the jawline can grow slack and fat deposits often appear around the neck. A neck lift can correct visible signs of aging by removing excess fat, tightening underlying muscles, and reshaping the skin of your neck.

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Cosmedics Patient Appreciation Days!

Posted on April 17, 2013 by richmondplasticsurgeons

Cosmedics is hosting Patient Appreciation Days on April 24th and 25th .

In honor of our patient’s patronage, Cosmedics at Richmond Plastic Surgeons will be offering 15% off all Obagi products. This discount applies to all spa products excluding Latisse.

Our Obagi representative will be available for individual consultations during our patient appreciation days.

Call to reserve your appointment today at 804.521.3025.

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Changing the Shape of the Nose with Rhinoplasty

Posted on April 10, 2013 by richmondplasticsurgeons

Rhinoplasty, also known as a nose job, is a surgical correction of the shape of the nose. Breathing problems that result from structural defects of the nose can also be addressed during the procedure.

What can surgery of the nose accomplish?

Rhinoplasty can change the nose size in relation to the other facial structures, nose width, nose profile, nasal tip, deviation, a bump or depression of the bridge, nostrils that are large, wide or upturned or overall nasal asymmetry. Nose surgery can improve the appearance of the nose and face as well as create a more symmetrical look which can also improve the way you feel about yourself.

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Trimming the septum improves the angle between the nose and upper lip

Rhinoplasty is a good option for you if:

  • Your facial growth is complete and you are 13 years of age or older
  • You are physically healthy
  • You do not smoke
  • You have specific, but realistic goals in mind for the improvement of your appearance

Nose Surgery at Richmond Plastic Surgeons

Rhinoplasty surgery is done as an outpatient at our certified surgery center, the Virginia Center for Plastic Surgery. Incisions are typically hidden inside the nose and sometimes placed across the soft tissue separating the nostrils. During the recovery period, you can expect to wear a post-operative splint across the bridge of your nose, and sometimes internal nasal splints as well, for the first several days.

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Liposuction of the Thighs

Posted on April 5, 2013 by Dr. Stephen Chen

Liposuction is one of the most popular plastic surgery procedures. One of the most common questions that plastic surgeons are asked is, “What’s the best kind of liposuction for thighs?” Our plastic surgeons would be able to answer this on an individual basis by asking you a couple of simple questions such as, what parts of your thighs are bothering you and is cellulite a problem for you? Liposuction results are largely contingent on the skill of the plastic surgeon performing the procedure.

Different Technologies for Liposuction

There is a lot of hype around the different technologies involved in liposuction such as Ultrasonic (Vaser and Liposonix), Laser (Slim Lipo), water assisted, and power assisted.  All of the technologies involve removing fat through small incisions that are placed in remote and easy to conceal locations. There are currently two devices on the market that go after cellulite. These devices are the Cellulaze and a device from VASER that attacks the fibrous septae with ultrasonic energy.

Thigh Areas

The surgeon inserts a cannula through small incisions in the skin. At the other end of the tube is a vacuum-pressure unit that suctions off the fat.

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The surgeon inserts a cannula through small incisions in the skin. At the other end of the tube is a vacuum-pressure unit that suctions off the fat.

When most people say ”thigh” they are probably referring to their whole upper leg from hip to knee.  However, plastic surgeons break up the thigh in the following fashion:

  1. Lateral thigh (saddlebag)
  2. Medial thigh (upper portion of thigh adjacent to the groin)
  3. Knee (medial knee)
  4. Anterior thigh (front)

The first three areas tend to accept liposuction well with the key aspect of not over resecting (taking too much), not causing skin dimpling or unnatural attachments between the skin and underlying muscle fascia.

The anterior thigh, on the other hand, is a difficult area to suction because the fatty layer is very fibrous and will show dents and dings very readily. The anterior thigh is what many women complain about if they have cellulite.  Debulking this area with liposuction can actually worsen the appearance of the cellulite so this needs careful evaluation on a case by case basis by an experienced plastic surgeon.

See Dr. Chen’s reviews on RealSelf

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Cosmedics April Specials

Posted on April 2, 2013 by richmondplasticsurgeons

Cosmedics at Richmond Plastic Surgeons is our medispa and skin care center located in Richmond’s West End. For this month’s Cosmedics specials see below. Be sure to check back every month and look for our new specials.

Cosmedics Specials for the month of April include:

Save 10% on a Back Treatment in the month of April

Stress Therapy Back Treatment:  Relax and indulge the senses in this pampering treatment for tight, sore shoulders, back and neck.  A combination of deep cleansing, massage, moisturizer and aromatherapy relieves stress and restores well-being.   $112.50 ($125 Value)

Age Defying Back Peel:  This peel provides instantly smoother, brighter and younger-looking skin.  This treatment is also ideal for clearing existing blemishes and minimizing the occurrence of future acne breakouts.  $112.50 ($125 Value)

Patient Appreciation Days April 24th and 25th!

In honor of your patronage we will be offering 15% off all Spa Products (excluding Latisse).
Our Obagi Representative will be here for individual consultations.  Call to reserve your appointment!

*We will be happy to reserve your order by phone with a credit card.  Orders can be held for pick up at your convenience.  No phone orders the days of the event.  Discount honored only on April 24th and 25th.

Call today to schedule 804.521.3025.

Thanks to everyone who participated in our Jane Iredale Makeover Event on March 21st.  It was a fun day and everyone looked beautiful with their new Spring look!   Aimee Jones was the winner of our Door Prize – a  Jane Iredale Gift Bag of makeup goodies.

View our Cosmedics Newsletter here.

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Top Doctors of Richmond Award 2013

Posted on March 29, 2013 by richmondplasticsurgeons

Richmond Plastic Surgeons is proud to announce that three doctors in our practice have been voted among Richmond’s best.Top Docs Richmond Award 2013

Dr. Wornom, Dr. Williams and Dr. Ladocsi of Richmond Plastic Surgeons have each been named one of Richmond’s Top Docs in this year’s survey, based on local doctors voting amongst their peers to name the top healthcare professionals in the area.

The list of Top Docs in Richmond is available in the April 2013 issue of Richmond Magazine, available on newsstands now.

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