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~ 05/27/11

Plastic surgery has seen a dip in the number of patients undergoing procedures; however, the recent economical improvement has contributed to an increase in interest again. Over the past decade, a 77 percent increase in the number of patients has been seen in a recent study by the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS). Throughout the financial crisis present in the country, it is not surprising to see a decrease of invasive procedures, while non-surgical treatments continue to draw in patients.

Breast augmentation surgery has gone up 39 percent over the past 10 years; however, it appears that nose reshaping has gone down 35 percent and liposuction by 43 percent. This may be partially caused by the increase in non-invasive procedures such as Botox injections, facial fillers, and laser skin resurfacing. A reduced recovery period and lowered cost highly influenced patients in choosing which procedure(s) to undergo during an economical low point. If you are interested in a cosmetic plastic surgery procedure, surgical or non-surgical, it is highly recommended that you speak with a qualified and trained professional.

You may gain further information regarding your procedure of choice, including rhinoplasty, when visiting with Dr. Daniel C. Daube, Jr. You may view before and after photos of Dothan Alabama rhinoplasty patients, as well as schedule an appointment through his website.

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~ 05/20/11

It has become a lot more common for men and women to undergo a non-invasive rejuvenation procedure versus a surgical procedure. There are a variety of reasons for this; most non-invasive treatments provide immediate results with little to no downtime and typically last anywhere from six months to two years (depending on the treatment received). Surgical procedures take longer to perform and typically require a lengthy recovery period.

 

And because many individuals desire to undergo a non-surgical procedure as well as a surgical procedure, such as Botox® and facelift surgery, there are under-qualified doctors out there taking advantage of patients’ lack of knowledge by offering to perform both.

 

Although it may sound ideal to undergo surgical procedures in combination with, say, facial fillers and/or a chemical peel, it can pose a risk to the unsuspecting patient who is unaware of the specialist’s credentials and skills. If an individual holds a medical degree, he/she can legally perform a surgical procedure. The problem is when these doctors lack the proper training and experience to perform certain cosmetic plastic surgery procedures. In order to ensure that you are in capable hands, it is strongly advised that you research your physician’s training and certifications. A surgeon who has received the appropriate education will never be hesitant to display or show you his/her credentials. If he/she fails to provide you with the information, it is best to move on to one who is willing to do so.

 

If you are looking for a Nashville plastic surgeon with the appropriate training, experience, and skill set, you may be interested in contacting Larry C. Young, M.D., F.A.C.S. He is a fellow of the American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (AAFPRS), and has been in practice since 1983. Please feel free to browse his website to learn of the various procedures offered at his practice.