Katina’s husband, Newport Beach Plastic Surgeon Dr. Parviz Hiroshi Goshtasby, has performed over 200 breast augmentation surgeries in both academic and cosmetic settings. Depending on the patient, some of these procedures have been more complicated. After performing several procedures, Dr. Goshtasby’s preferred method is placing the implants under the muscles; this ensures a more natural feel and appearance, especially in lean and athletic clients. When placed above the muscles, implants appear more artificial.

Silicone is the implant of choice for Newport Beach breast augmentation. More popular than the saline alternative, they’re less prone to rippling and better-emulate the feel of a natural breast. In addition, the FDA has cleared up the controversy about safety concerns with silicone implants, which are now considered to be as safe and effective as saline.

Katina explains patients can expect minimal pain and discomfort from the procedure during their one week of recovery. Any pain experiences can easily be remedied with prescription pain medications. Patients are monitored very closely, she adds, and most patients can expect to have their follow-up appointment the next day at the office in Newport Beach. Breast augmentation clients will schedule follow-ups before Dr. Goshtasby begins the operation.

There are many benefits to getting breast implants. Particularly for women that have been devastated by cancer, the operation can help build self-esteem and make them feel “womanly.” Katina explains that the strong association between fertility, womanhood, and breasts makes breast augmentation a significant part of the cancer recovery process for many women. Additionally, breast implants and other procedures can help restore women to pre-pregnancy form.

Katina adds that many patients feel the pressure and high expectations to keep their bodies in top form. In the warm weather of Southern California where you can be on the beach 10 months out of the year, people’s bodies are simply much more exposed.

Newport Plastic Surgery

361 Hospital Road
Newport Beach, CA 92663

Phone: 949-229-3706

Having the right qualifications

There is a key distinction between a doctor trained in plastic and reconstructive surgery, and a cosmetic surgeon. A cosmetic surgeon is able to perform operations with the intent of enhancing someone’s appearance, while plastic surgery is dedicated to addressing more reconstructive procedures such as birth defects, disease and trauma. A Newport Beach plastic surgeon works exclusively in the field of plastic and reconstructive surgery, which includes cosmetic surgery. A cosmetic surgeon, on the other hand, might be a doctor in any number of fields like dermatology, gynecology, or ophthalmology.

Katina’s husband, Dr. Perviz Hiroshi Goshtasby, is a board certified Newport Beach plastic surgeon specializing in plastic and reconstructive surgery. With extensive education and training in both academic and cosmetic settings, Dr. Goshtasby has the qualifications beyond that of a cosmetic surgeon. In addition, plastic surgeons are able to take on more challenging cases and minimize the risk of problems from surgery. “The best insurance against complications is a qualified surgeon,” says Katina.

Being informed

It’s important for your surgeon to value patient education, and it’s a good sign if they’re taking the time to carefully explain everything and answer your questions. Before you get on the operating table, you should be made aware of everything that’s coming; understanding the after-care and healing process is important, as well as what to avoid (such as specific medications) to ensure that you don’t experience complications. A Newport Beach plastic surgeon that isn’t rushing the client through the process indicates a great attention to detail.

Getting the best result possible

Cosmetic surgeons are generally able to do breast augmentations and other surgeries without major problems. Without government regulations, someone with little training is not restricted from operating on patients. However, a board certified plastic surgeon will be well-versed in the newest, most sophisticated techniques, and often will able to handle more difficult cases. Before making the decision to enhance your appearance, ensure that you’re getting outstanding care with a Newport Beach plastic surgeon.

Newport Plastic Surgery

361 Hospital Road
Newport Beach, CA 92663

Phone: 949-229-3706

A mommy makeover is a combination of cosmetic procedures with the goal of restoring a woman to pre-pregnancy form. As Katina Goshtasby of Newport Plastic Surgery explains, this isn’t a shortcut to a better body; after the physical, hormonal, and lifestyle changes of pregnancy, no amount of diet or exercise can achieve the goals many women want in Newport Beach. Mommy makeover procedures target several areas of the body. When deemed safe by a qualified professional, all procedures can be performed at one time under anesthesia.

What if I just exercise three hours a day?

While it’s advisable for clients to be in good health by exercising, no amount of pull-ups or time on the elliptical can completely reverse the physical effects of a pregnancy. Goshtasby explains that some women have a procedure called “corseting” done along with a tummy tuck to counteract the Diastasis—or separation—of the abdominal muscles. This condition simply cannot be repaired with extensive exercise and dieting. However, the ideal patient for abdominoplasty is someone with a balanced diet and exercise regimen to insure long-lasting results.

Clients may also find that they can’t lose the last bit of thickness around their waist, or they’re encountering trouble spots in certain areas. A mommy makeover from a Newport Beach specialist can include a liposuction procedure to target specific regions of unwanted fat. As an informed fitness expert would tell you, “spot reduction” is simply not possible through exercise.

What are the procedures in a mommy makeover?

A reputable Newport Beach plastic surgeon will help you decide which operations you need, and whether it is safe for you to be put under anesthesia. Some people can’t have too much anesthesia and it’s simply not worth the risk. Patients that can safely handle it can have, in a single session, an abdominoplasty, liposuction, brachioplasty and breast augmentation. Newport Beach clients can effectively return to pre-pregnancy form with one fell swoop.

Am I ready for a mommy makeover?

Before you go under the knife, it’s important that you aren’t lactating or breast feeding. Under no circumstances can you be exposed to anesthesia while nursing. A qualified surgeon will work with you to determine if you’re physically ready for the procedures.

Newport Plastic Surgery

361 Hospital Road
Newport Beach, CA 92663

Phone: 949-229-3706

Dr. Carter G. Abel, M.D, of Abel Dermatology, a leading dermatologist in Annadale, New Jersey, says the specific type of filler that he recommends for a patient will depend on the patient’s age, weight, and cosmetic concerns. Unfortunately, Dr. Abel says it can be downright impossible for an individual to know whether Juvederm or Radiesse is best without seeing a dermatologist in person because each product is used in slightly different locations on the face.

In making the decision of which filler to use, Dr. Abel looks at factors such as the patient’s age, whether she is thin or heavy, and whether she wants to use the product near any strategic areas of the face, such as the lips or the cheeks. If a woman wants to use a dermal filler to plump up the area around her lips, for example, then the best solution would usually be Juvederm.

When compared to Radiesse, Juvederm has a slightly shorter period of effectiveness. Dr. Abel says Juvederm lasts an average of 10 to 12 months, while Radiesse lasts an average of 12 to 18 months, according to the package inserts.

Whether a patient goes with Juvederm or Radiesse usually will not play a role in determining how long she goes in between appointments. As a dermatologist in Annadale, Dr. Abel says most patients are coming in for fillers once each year.  Some patients will come in more frequently if they want more work done, or if they want faster results or more noticeable results, however the average patient is sticking to once every 12 months.

The more frequently a patient comes in for dermal filler injections, the more volume she can have added to her face, explains the Annadale dermatologist. For a patient who is older or thinner, Dr. Abel will typically recommend Radiesse. Radiesse gives patients in this category a bigger bang for their buck. It eliminates more of the hollow areas on the face and lasts for a longer period of time.

Meanwhile, younger patients with more delicate features are generally better suited for Juvederm. Dr. Abel meets with every patient in person to determine which filler will be best, and says this in-person consultation is necessary to ensure the right decision is made every time.

Speaking from his office at Abel Dermatology, the Annadale cosmetic dermatology expert explains that there are three main types of candidates for chemical peel treatments: acne patients, sun damaged patients, and cosmetic dermatology patients in Annadale.

The first type of patient who can be considered an excellent candidate for a professional chemical peel is an acne patient. Younger people who suffer from acne should consider chemical peels for their ability to exfoliate and smooth the skin, while also getting rid of large cysts and nodules at the same time. Dr. Abel says most patients suffering from adolescent acne will come in for chemical peels approximately four times each year.

The second type of patient ideally suited for chemical peels is someone with severely sun-damaged skin. Adult men and women suffering from skin cancer as a result of the sun damage they incurred during their younger years are great candidates for chemical peels. The chemical peels offered at Dr. Abel’s Annadale cosmetic dermatology practice exfoliate the skin and help eliminate pre-cancers. As a result, patients who undergo this treatment at least four times a year can expect to have fewer skin cancers developing along the facial area. Surgery is therefore less necessary, and Dr. Abel says people are always thrilled to find a cosmetic solution that helps them avoid going under the knife.

The third and final group of chemical peel patients are people coming in for purely cosmetic reasons. Dr. Abel says patients with fine lines, wrinkles, and brown spots can get great results after just a single appointment. The brown spots that many older women complain of will start to fade after one or two peels, and fine lines will diminish over time. Dr. Abel’s Annadale cosmetic dermatology patients report having tighter pores and slightly tighter skin as a result of their quarterly chemical peels, as well.

Most people who have chemical peels done are returning for follow up treatments at least four times each year, however Dr. Abel says the specific frequency with which a patient returns will depend on his or her ultimate goal. Some patients will come in every four to six weeks, while others will return just once or twice each year.

Facial volume can also decrease due to weight loss, which is something that women going on extreme dieting regimens need to consider. When a woman’s waistline shrinks, her facial volume often goes down at the same time. To combat this, and restore a healthy plumpness to the facial area, Chappell recommends at least one round of injectable dermal fillers.

The difference between Botox and fillers like Restylane, Juvederm, Perlane, and Radiesse – all of which are offered at Harmony Wellness – is that Botox is used to eliminate wrinkles, whereas dermal fillers are used to restore volume in the face. Botox essentially works by paralyzing the muscles causing wrinkles in the skin, which stops the lines from forming. On the other hand, fillers work by replacing volume in areas that have shrunk down due to weight loss or aging.

At her medical spa in Coral Springs, Chappell recommends that people think of dermal fillers as volume replacers. While Botox and Dysport remain the go-to solutions for women dealing with fine lines and issues of that nature, dermal fillers are increasingly popular for treating many other types of aesthetic problems.

The specific type of filler that a woman chooses – either Restylane, Juvederm, Perlane, or Radiesse – will depend on the degree of volume loss that she has already experienced. The products offered at Chappell’s Coral Springs medical spa range from very light gels to very thick gels. Chappell would never recommend using a very thick gel in an area that did not already have a substantial amount of volume loss because the results would look unnatural. She says the best way to determine which filler is going to be best for an individual’s skin is with an in-person consultation appointment. If a woman is visiting Chappell’s Coral Springs medical spa for the first time, then the Chappell will most likely recommend a starter filler like Restylane.

Another factor that many women are concerned about is how long these fillers will last. Chappell says that Radiesse is the longest-lasting filler, while Restylane tends to not last quite as long. She recommends taking into account volume loss, longevity, and personal experience or preference when deciding which type of dermal filler to use.

Nonetheless, Chappell says that most women fall into a general range of 20 units on average. That means that the average woman who walks into Harmony Wellness in Coral Springs for Botox injections will need 20 units of the substance to get the look she wants in a single area of her face. Women who want their crow’s feet taken care of may only need 20 units of Botox to do the job, but women who want their crow’s feet and bunny lines diminished at the same time will need at least 40 units, explains Chappell. Of course, these figures are just averages. Every woman will need a slightly different amount of Botox in Coral Springs, depending on the specifics of her skin. Meanwhile, men actually need more Botox to achieve the same results.

Not all areas require the same amount of Botox, either. In Coral Springs, Chappell says she frequently injects Botox in three main areas of the face: the horizontal line between the eyebrows, the crow’s feet on the sides of the eyes, and the forehead. Although these are the three most common areas for Botox injections, they are far from the only areas that can be treated.

Chappell says Botox can also be placed around the lips, where smokers often notice fine lines as they age; it can be used underneath the eyes; it can be placed in the chin to get rid of the dimply chin effect that many women complain about; and, it can be placed in the horizontal bands along the neck. Chappell can also use Botox to help men and women with gummy smiles. People who dislike the amount of gums and teeth that appear when they smile can get Botox injections to eliminate that problem entirely – and without undergoing any invasive dental work.

Once a person gets Botox injections in Coral Springs, the next question that comes up is how long the results will last. Chappell cautions that Botox is not permanent, and that people will need to continue coming in for injections once every three months to maintain the looks they have achieved. For more information on the process in general, she recommends contacting Harmony Wellness directly.

Before a person undergoes any laser hair removal service in Coral Springs, Chappell usually insists on an in-person consultation. This meeting serves as a great time for Chappell and her patients to learn more about each other. It also serves as an excellent opportunity for patients to ask any burning questions they have about what to expect during the treatment itself.

At Harmony Wellness, Chappell says the most common question asked by patients coming in for laser hair removal is whether they are considered good candidates for the treatment. The answer to this depends on a number of factors, however Chappell believes that skin tone and hair color are two important issues that cannot be ignored. Laser hair removal works best on people who have light skin and dark hair. The less differential between the skin and hair, the less effective laser hair removal will be.

People who enjoy tanning should know that they cannot tan for weeks before their laser hair removal service in Coral Springs. Chappell says the treatment works best on people who have no color on their skin, besides their natural pigment. The laser that Chappell uses does not work well on people with African American skin, which is an important issue to consider, as well.

Any man or woman interested in undergoing a laser hair removal service in Coral Springs should know what areas of the body can be treated. Laser hair removal works on the arms, underarms, back, bikini area, chest, legs, and face. The number of treatments necessary will depend on the patient and the area of the body being treated. Nonetheless, Chappell says that in most cases patients should return for treatments once every four to six weeks when removing hair from the face, and once every eight to 10 weeks when removing hair from other areas of the body.

Many people do not realize how long the hair removal process takes, and Chappell recommends avoiding any clinicians who claim they can eliminate hair in fewer than six sessions.

What is Botox?
Dr. Frank Felts, of Dr. Frank Felts Smart Lipo Spa, explains that Botox is a Botulinum Toxin, that when injected, helps relax the muscles that cause wrinkles. Patients can get injections to reduce crow’s feet around the eyes, worry lines in the forehead, smile lines around the mouth, or other areas you may be concerned about. Botox has also been used for non-cosmetic procedures.

What should I look for in a Botox provider?
Dr. Felts advises not to go necessarily  with the cheapest provider as the adage, “you get what you pay for,” applies when it comes to a Plano Botox procedure. Since Botox is a procedure that gets repeated, Dr. Felts also recommends that people should stay with the same provider for best results.

How soon will I see results, and when do I need to come back?
Dr. Felts says that results can be seen within days. He suggests Plano Botox patients come back in four to six months.

How much does Botox cost?
It varies, says Dr. Felts. The average person may need 50 to 100 units.

Are there any risks to Botox?
For the most part, Botox is a safe procedure. However, in rare instances, it can cause an eyelid or lip to droop if too much is used. A more experienced provider should be able to minimize the risk. Before undertaking the procedure, Dr. Felts checks potential Plano Botox patients for neuromuscular problems and what medications they take that could affect the results.

Is anyone a candidate for Botox?
There are very few contraindications (symptoms that make a procedure impossible), according to Dr. Felts. In other words, just about anyone is a candidate for Botox.

Are there alternatives to Botox?
Botox is part of a comprehensive skin care system. Other options are CO₂ skin resurfacing and other dermal fillers to help reduce the effects of age and the environment. These procedures can take years off a person’s appearance and are procedures that Plano Botox providers should offer says Dr. Felts.

For those interested in Botox in Plano, contact Dr. Frank Felts for a consultation.

What is Smart Lipo, and how does it differ from traditional liposuction?
According to Dr. Frank Felts, a Plano Smart Lipo surgeon, Smart Lipo is a laser-based minimally invasive Lipo procedure. It differs from traditional Lipo in that there is less bleeding and a quicker recovery time for the patient. The procedure is performed under local anesthesia and takes from 30 minutes to two hours depending on what areas are being targeted. Another benefit is that the light used to destroy fat in Smart Lipo tightens the tissue without any scarring.

When can I go back to my normal routine?
Other than taking some precautions after surgery, patients should be back to their normal routines in almost no time.

Are the results permanent?
Smart Lipo can never remove all of the fat. Keeping in mind that patients should already have good dieting and exercise habits before the procedure, the results are permanent. If you revert to a sedentary lifestyle, you can develop fat deposits in untreated areas.

Is everyone a candidate for Plano Smart Lipo?
Dr. Felts is very careful to point out that Smart Lipo is not a weight loss procedure but rather a body contouring one. He would not recommend Smart Lipo for anyone with a Body Mass Index – measurement of body fat based on weight and height – (BMI) of over 27-percent as this might make body contouring more difficult.  Before undertaking the procedure, Dr. Felts reviews the medical history of his patients, and examines underlying health issues and previous surgery done in the targeted areas.

Are there any precautions I should take after the procedure?
Dr. Felts ensures that his patients receive extensive education on what they need to do. He recommends that after the procedure, Plano Smart Lipo patients take it easy for a few days and may have to wear a compression garment in some areas for awhile.

If you want to know more about Smart Lipo or other available services, you can contact Dr. Felts at Dr. Frank Felts Smart Lipo spa for a consultation.