What is a deviated septum? It is often times a legitimate precursor to nose surgery, and a sometimes excuse for the procedure. After being discovered a rhinoplasty patient, many people have been heard to mutter, "Breathing trouble. Deviated septum." While not all people who undergo this procedure are suffering from breathing difficulties, many are due to the anatomy and features of their natural nose. In fact, even those with seemingly perfect...more
There is much talk about cosmetic surgery these days--on the internet, in magazines, on television and in the movies. It has become much more common than decades ago for a variety of reasons. Yet many average citizens are confused about what this practice actually entails. Here are some important points about it.- Cosmetic operations are considered to be elective procedures. This means that the patient elects to undergo the scalpel rather than...more
Changing one's personal appearance is a big decision. When fully considered and decided upon after careful thought and reflection a person can experience a lot of happiness and satisfaction with looking the way they want. On the other hand people can experience a dissonance with the body they see and the body they are familiar with. This is particularly true of cosmetic surgery done on the face. It can be very disconcerting to look in the mirror and see that your face is not the one you are accustomed to. The decision to modify one's body should not be arrived at hastily. It is a desire that should be considered and honestly examined for a long time and with a lot of consultation before being untaken. People that are good candidates for cosmetic surgery have a positive self-image but nonetheless feel they can improve their physical appearance. They have decided to modify their body because they want to look different not because of someone else's wishes or the pressure of looking perfect. They should be in a positive emotional state and not grieving or suffering from depression. Beyond that a person must have a realistic expectation of the results of cosmetic surgery. To insure...more
The DIEP flap surgery is a form of reconstructive surgery that focuses on the female anatomy, specifically the breasts. It is usually reserved after the patient has successfully undergone a mastectomy. This is another surgery that entails taking away one or both breasts as a way of curbing cancer. Many women abhor having this done but there are...more
If you have got moles, you may think they are relatively ubiquitous or also something to be admired on occasion, like model Cindy Crawford's famous mole. Though, for several people, moles are unattractive and could also be painful. Left to their own devices, moles can even turn into cancer. That's why it's often desirable and also necessary to get...more
You ought to always consider the natural means when it comes to removing moles. There are many home remedies that have been proven to work in getting rid of moles. Surgical procedure is always one more option, and your doctor may seem to think its necessary to get rid of the mole. On the other hand, many people prefer to use it as a last resort, and there are several reasons for this. Above all, the most effective treatment for this condition has been determined to be home mole removal. Surgical procedures are normally recommended by doctors for mole removal. This is because they dont study home remedies, nor do they wish to save their patients the money. Why would they when they make a nice income from performing these treatments on their patients? However, medical interventions are normally not necessary, and are sometimes no more effective than natural methods. Firstly, you would have to spend more on medical strategies of mole removal than using home treatments. If your insurance won't cover the process, then it is extremely unlikely you will be capable to afford it on your own. Laser therapy for moles could be very expensive, though its amongst the most recommended of medical...more
Inguinal hernia is a very common disorder, affecting millions of people in the United States alone. Considered to be a surgical disease, inguinal hernia accounts for thousands of annual operations worldwide. Although inguinal hernia can...more
Gastric bypass surgery before and after results, hold a special significance in the lives of people who are looking forward to losing weight desperately. With the aggressive spread of obesity disorder on a global basis, there are many people who can...more
Medical robotics and robotic surgeries seem to be the future of medical surgeries. Although the cost of a surgical robot is roughly $1.7 million, it is very widely used. The medical world sees this technology as a remarkable and revolutionary step...more
The idea of having a plastic surgery may seem tempting but if you go through the un-retouched and un-Photoshopped images of today's stars, you would discover the painful truth. Some of today's stars have botched cheeks and surgical...more
Some of the dangers are also associated with cosmetic surgery which may be beneficial and in the other case it may also be harmful for many people too. Cosmetic surgery is the type of surgery that is being increasing on a greater extent...more
If you have got moles, you may think they're relatively ubiquitous or even something to be admired on occasion, such as model Cindy Crawford's famous mole. However, for many individuals, moles are unpleasant and can even be painful. Left to their own...more