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Most women are delighted with their breast implants, but not all are. And an early positive reaction can change over time. That might be because your ideals for your body shape have changed or because of problems with the implants. If you’ve removed your implants, whatever the reason, you have several options for making them look great once more. One is a breast lift, a procedure that can restore your breasts to an attractive shape after implant removal surgery.

What Is a Breast Explant?

Breast explant surgery removes your breast implants. The implants are simply extracted, and the natural breast tissue gradually goes back to its original volume. However, this is not always the case. Many patients who have undergone a breast explant elsewhere seek out the experts at Beverly Hills Plastic Surgery for a breast lift.

Choosing a Breast Lift after a Breast Explant

It would be nice if, by removing the implants, your breasts simply went back to their original shape. But time has usually passed since the implants were placed, and aging, plus the weight of the implants, tends to result in some sagging. Your breasts may now hang low, with the nipple pointing downward.

The other change the implants have made over time is in the position of tissue within your breast. Your body responds naturally to implants by shifting tissue to balance the pressure and volume throughout the breast. This created an attractive shape while your implants were in place. When your implants are removed, you may be left with hollow areas where the implants once were. It can take several months for the tissue to shift again into a more natural-looking position. And it may never shift back to create the rounded breast shape you would prefer. Without correction, your breasts may settle into an elongated or flattened shape.

Choosing a breast lift after an explant can address these issues. The breast lift corrects sagging by removing excess skin and raising the profile of the breasts. As part of the procedure, the surgeon also repositions and tightens tissue within the breast to create a rounded, natural-looking, youthful profile.

Learn More in a Personal Consultation

Dr. David Kim and Dr. Eugene Kim at Beverly Hills Plastic Surgery have developed an impeccable reputation for stunning, natural-looking cosmetic treatment and plastic surgery results, attracting patients from all over the world. Contact our practice today at (310) 746-5475 or send an online request to schedule a consultation. We’ll discuss all of your options for breast lifts after an explant and help you decide on the procedure or combination of procedures that will give you the look and peace of mind you are seeking.

Mommy Makeover 

Recovery time for a mommy makeover procedure varies from one patient to another depending on the extent of the surgery performed. Although you can expect a safe and quick recovery, you should plan to take leave from work for about two weeks. It may be difficult to care for your children during the early recovery phase, so you may find childcare during this time. 

plastic surgeon Dr. David Kim provides mommy makeover surgery to patients in Beverly Hills, Los Angeles, CA, and surrounding communities.   

Recovery process 

After your mommy makeover, it is best to have someone responsible to drive you home from the surgical center or hospital. It is normal to feel groggy or discomfort for some time. You will also experience some swelling. While the inflammation and irritation will dissipate by the end of the first week, you should consider taking plenty of rest. You should also gently walk around your house to avoid the formation of blood clots.  

About a week or 10 days after your plastic surgery, you will have to visit your surgeon’s office for having your drainage tubes removed. Depending on your recovery rate, you will have your sutures removed around the same time. You should maintain your post-surgical appointments as scheduled.  

You should be able to go back to your regular routine within a week, but, if you had to undergo a major procedure such as a lower body lift, it may take more time to recover. Refrain from doing strenuous exercises and heavy lifting for the first few weeks. It will take about 4 to 6 weeks for you to return back to the gym.  

Swelling is common after a mommy makeover cosmetic surgery, but it would subside within a few weeks. Even though you will start noticing the changes in your body almost immediately, it will take a few months for your body to permanently settle down and transform into something a little more trimmer.  

Faster recovery  

In order to have a quicker recovery, you should abide by the guidelines provided below: 

• Compression garments: your surgeon will probably advise you to wear a compression garment during your recovery. This will help reduce swelling and allow your skin to heal more smoothly. In some instances, you will be asked to wear bandages over the treated area so that your new contours would recover quickly. 
• Quit smoking: smoking and tobacco products will restrict blood flow thus preventing oxygen from reaching your incision sites. This will have serious repercussions. You should stop smoking for at least two or three weeks before and after your surgery.  
• Follow a healthy diet: after your mommy makeover, it is essential to maintain a healthy diet that includes lean proteins, fruits, vegetables, and low-fat dairy. All of this will stimulate healing, and promote a quicker recovery. This will also help you stay in shape and maintain the results from your mommy makeover.  

Cosmetic surgeon Dr. David Kim receives patients from Beverly Hills, Los Angeles, CA, and nearby areas for mommy makeover.  

Schedule a Consultation with Beverly Hills California Plastic Surgeon Dr. Kim

For more information on the surgical and non-surgical procedures and treatments by Cosmetic Plastic Surgeons Dr. David Kim and Dr. Eugene Kim.  Click here to contact us today.

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Mommy Makeover

Mommy makeover is a comprehensive cosmetic surgery involving a combination of two or more cosmetic procedures to restore a women’s pre-pregnancy body. Before the procedure, there will be a preoperative consultation wherein your surgeon will detail the steps involved in this procedure.  

This will give you clarity about the procedure and help you in making an informed choice. Mommy makeover is an individualized procedure pertaining to the unique aesthetic and anatomical goals of a specific patient. Therefore, the exact procedure will vary for each person.  

plastic surgeon Dr. David Kim provides mommy makeover surgery to patients in Beverly Hills, Los Angeles, CA, and surrounding communities.   

Surgical plan for a mommy makeover procedure  

Your surgeon will develop an individualized surgical plan which enables them to perform a more precise procedure in the least invasive manner. Your surgeon will assess your body proportion and type, skin laxity, and fatty tissue pockets in order to create a suitable surgical plan. The plan will be prepared after making sure that all of your personal cosmetic needs and goals are taken into account.  

Anesthesia  

The mommy makeover procedure is performed under general anesthesia. You will be put to sleep and won’t feel any discomfort throughout the surgery. The anesthetics will be administered by a qualified anesthesiologist. They will closely monitor your response throughout the surgery. Once the procedure is completed, you will be brought out of anesthesia and moved to a recovery room.  

Placement of incisions  

If the makeover procedure involves abdominoplasty, your surgeon may place a hip to hip incision just above your pubic area. For enhancing your contours, you may need to undergo a liposuction. For this, tiny incisions are placed in inconspicuous locations in the targeted areas. When breast augmentation and breast lift are performed, the surgeon will make incisions in such a way that the lines would hide within the natural creases of the breast.  

Surgery  

If you have experienced breast volume loss after your pregnancy, then your surgeon will insert silicone or saline implants through the incisions as part of your breast augmentation. On the other hand, if the breasts are sagging heavily, your surgeon will eliminate the loose skin by performing a breast lift with implants. The result of this procedure will help to create firmer looking breasts.  

In addition to that, you may also undergo liposuction in hips, upper arms, abdomen, flanks, or thighs. Abdominoplasty is sometimes performed in conjunction with liposuction to create a flatter and smoother abdomen. This will also help to eliminate the stretch marks. The incisions will be carefully sutured after the procedure is complete. 

Initial recovery  

After you are awakened from anesthesia, you will be moved to a recovery area where the staff will monitor your progress. If the surgeon determines you are fit enough to leave the hospital, they will allow you to return home the same day after your surgery. Cosmetic surgeon Dr. David Kim receives patients from Beverly Hills, Los Angeles, CA, and nearby areas for mommy makeover.  

Schedule a Consultation with Beverly Hills California Plastic Surgeon Dr. Kim

For more information on the surgical and non-surgical procedures and treatments by Cosmetic Plastic Surgeons Dr. David Kim and Dr. Eugene Kim.  Click here to contact us today.

Serving Beverly Hills, Los Angeles, West Hollywood, Orange County, Southern California and surrounding areas.

Sun damage is one of the main causes of premature aging of the skin, especially on the face. Lines, wrinkles, uneven coloration, and roughness are all effects of extended exposure to harmful UV rays, not to mention the increased risk of skin cancer. In this case, protecting your skin from sun damage is one of the clearest examples we have of the adage, “An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.”

Your skin will age. It’s a fact of life. But why rush the process with careless exposure to the damaging effects of sunlight? Here are some simple tips to protect your skin and keep it healthy and radiant.

Know When You’re at Risk of Sun Damage

We all know that a day at the beach will expose our skin to massive doses of UV rays. But many of us aren’t aware that we’re getting high levels of exposure even when we’re out and about on a cloudy day, driving in our cars, or outside in the winter.

Protect your skin from the sun whenever you go out, and take special precautions during the hours of peak sunlight — between 10 am and 3 pm. Without protection, your skin can be damaged in as little as 15 minutes, though it can take up to 12 hours for the signs of that damage to appear — and years for the cumulative effects to show.

Use Effective Sunscreen

Sunscreen manufacturers make it easy to understand the effectiveness of their products by labeling them with a numerical sun protection factor (SPF). Whenever you go out during daylight hours, apply sunscreen with an SPF of 30 or higher.

Choose a water-resistant, broad-spectrum sunscreen that protects against both UVA and UVB radiation. UVB radiation causes sunburn. UVA radiation causes premature aging and wrinkling and can pass through glass. Both are associated with skin cancer. The SPF rating measures only the sunscreen’s effectiveness in blocking UVB rays, so it’s important to look beyond that number for broad-spectrum protection.

Apply sunscreen 15 to 30 minutes before you go outside. Reapply every 2 hours or more frequently if you are sweating or swimming. Cover all exposed areas, including your face, ears, and backs of your hands, and use a sun-protective lip balm. Be generous in the amount you put on. An application that’s too thin won’t give you full protection. If you wear foundation, apply the sunscreen first, then your foundation.

Check the expiration date, too. The active ingredients in sunscreen don’t last forever.

Avoid Direct Sun Exposure

Think of sunscreen as your backup protection, with your primary protection being the avoidance of extended exposure to the sun.

• Plan your outings for the start and end of the day, when the sun’s angle is lower and UV rays are less intense. If your shadow is longer than you are tall, you’re in the safer part of the daylight hours.
• Pay attention to the UV index, which is included in many weather reports and can easily be found online. When the UV index is 10 or higher, you should try to stay indoors.
• Remember that UV rays penetrate clouds, so they are reaching your skin even when the sun isn’t shining.
• Keep in the shade as much as you can when you are out.
• Wear a wide-brimmed hat, clothing made with tightly woven fabric, and UV-filtering sunglasses.
• Be careful around reflective surfaces. Water, sand, and snow reflect the sun’s damaging rays, increasing your exposure.
• Be aware of how medication can affect your skin’s sensitivity to the sun. Some antibiotics, antidepressants, diabetes drugs, and acne medications can make you more susceptible to sun damage.

Learn About Treatments for Sun-Damaged Skin

Dr. David Kim and Dr. Eugene Kim at Beverly Hills Plastic Surgery have developed an impeccable reputation for stunning, natural-looking cosmetic treatments and plastic surgery results, attracting patients from all over the world. Contact our practice today at (310) 746-5475 or send an online request to schedule a consultation.

Mommy Makeover Surgery 

Pregnancy and childbirth will change the aesthetics and symmetry of a woman’s body. Getting a mommy makeover can help you restore your pre-pregnancy appearance. But you must follow the preparatory guidelines advised by your surgeon to get the desired results.  

The more prepared you are for your surgery the better would be your recovery and results. Following the surgeon’s guidelines will significantly shorten your recovery period. To make things easier for you, your surgeon will most likely list out the preparation steps at the time of your pre-operative consultation process. 

plastic surgeon Dr. David Kim provides mommy makeover surgery to patients in Beverly Hills, Los Angeles, CA, and surrounding communities.   

Preparatory steps  

• The preparatory steps should begin well ahead of the scheduled date of your surgery in order to achieve the maximum benefits.  
• Choose a date for your surgery that is at least three months after you have completed nursing. 
• It is best to refrain from smoking and other tobacco products. This should be followed for at least two to four weeks prior to your surgery.  

• You shouldn’t expose yourself to direct sunlight for at least two weeks prior to the mommy makeover.  
• Stop using blood thinners, aspirin, Vitamin E, and other health supplements for two weeks before your procedure.  
• Freely discuss with your surgeon and convey your lifestyle behaviors such as smoking and drinking honestly. You should also tell them your pre-existing medical conditions if any.  
• Shave the top part of your pubic region a week before your mommy makeover surgery.  
• Arrange the required medical records and clearance from your general physician so that you could send it to your surgeon’s practice.  

• If required, arrange child care during your recovery period.  
• It is prudent to have someone accompany you during the surgery so that they could drive you back home after the surgery. If you can arrange a responsible person to help you during your recovery period, it is best to do it well ahead of the surgery.  
• Either arrange your bed at ground level or use a step stool if your bed is high. In addition to that, arrange extra pillows to sleep in an elevated position during your recovery period.  

Necessary items to be arranged  

• Medications prescribed by your surgeon  
• A compression or a waist shaping garment  
• Prescribed cream scars  
• Shower chair for support  

• Sports bra, if you undergo breast augmentation surgery  
• A first aid kit with gauze bandage box  

Suggestions for the day of surgery 

• You should not consume any food or drinks for about 8 hours prior to your procedure.  
• Take enough rest before your surgery, and try to sleep well the night before your procedure.  
• Shampoo your hair and take a good shower the day before your surgery.  
• Cleanse the navel region and other surgical sites thoroughly. 
• Refrain from wearing makeup, contact lenses, or moisturizers on the day of your mommy makeover surgery. 

• You shouldn’t carry any valuables such as jewelry to the surgical venue. Wear front open, comfortable, and loose-fitting clothing.  

After your mommy makeover, your surgeon and their team will provide a complete list of post-operative care and recovery guidelines before you return home. Cosmetic surgeon Dr. David Kim receives patients from Beverly Hills, Los Angeles, CA, and nearby areas for mommy makeover surgery.  

Schedule a Consultation with Beverly Hills California Plastic Surgeon Dr. Kim

For more information on the surgical and non-surgical procedures and treatments by Cosmetic Plastic Surgeons Dr. David Kim and Dr. Eugene Kim.  Click here to contact us today.

Serving Beverly Hills, Los Angeles, West Hollywood, Orange County, Southern California and surrounding areas.