New Jersey Plastic Surgeon
POSTED ON WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 12, 2014 AT 6:50 PM by Dr. Mokhtar Asaadi
When considering anti-aging options and cosmetic treatments, when should you consider a more permanent cosmetic solution, such as facelift, as opposed less invasive options, like Botox or fillers? The answers lie in several contributing factors but there are a few questions you should ask yourself before choosing between less invasive facial options and a more invasive facelift.
Longevity: How long will my results last and how often will I need to see my surgeon following my treatment?
Recovery Time: How long will I need to avoid physical activity? How long will I be out of work?
Personal expectations: How do I expect to look following my treatment?
Knowing and understanding the differences between cosmetic fillers and facelift surgery will help you decide which procedure is right for you.
Cosmetic Fillers:
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Quick 15-20 minute procedure
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Less invasive
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Require return visits in the month-years following to keep up with treatment
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Not permanent, but long lasting
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May only need local anesthetic or no anesthetic at all
Facelift Surgery:
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More invasive
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More permanent results
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Provides more of a drastic improvement
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Requires more recovery time
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Tightens underlying muscle and tissues to improve sagging and wrinkles
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Regular treatments to maintain results are unnecessary
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The majority of swelling and bruising should dissipate within 2-3 weeks
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Avoid strenuous activity for the first 2 weeks
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Most patients return to work in within 10 days
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Involves IV sedation and stitches
Just as any other cosmetic or plastic surgery treatment, you should always consult with your board certified plastic surgeon to discuss which option is right for you. Your surgeon should listen to your concerns and establish realistic goals and expectations with you.
Dr. Asaadi and our staff welcome any questions you may have about your cosmetic options. Contact our NJ office at 973.731.7000 or request your appointment online today.
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POSTED ON FRIDAY, JANUARY 24, 2014 AT 10:48 AM by Dr. Mokhtar Asaadi
A new facial filler has recently become FDA approved and is changing not only the way we look, but the way doctors and patients achieve beautifully youthful results through the use of cosmetic injectables. Perhaps one of the advanced facial fillers, Voluma, will temporarily correct age related volume loss in the cheek area and regions of the mid-face.
Voluma uses the same Hyaluronic Acid (HA) found in similar cosmetic fillers, Juvederm & Restylane. However, Voluma is formulated using VYCROSS® technology, producing a stronger lift and added facial volume. Additionally, Voluma produces immediate results. While some plastic surgeons may use a sharp needle to inject Voluma, Dr. Asaadi will only use a blunt needle in order to prevent bruising often associated with the sharp needle.
“Patients are thrilled with the results,” says Dr. Asaadi. “Very happy-with the immediate results!”
While Voluma is similar to cosmetic filler Juvederm, your plastic surgeon should discuss which filler is right for you depending on several contributing factors. Learn more about the similarities and differences between Voluma & Juvederm below.
Voluma
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FDA Approved & recommended for the midface and cheek areas
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Made by Allergan
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May be used off label for the midface and cheek areas
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Produces immediate results
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Uses VYCROSS® technology
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Lasts up to 2 years
Juvederm
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FDA Approved
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Used for hollow brows and upper/lower eyelids, temple, & lips
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Gentle enough to treat tear troughs
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Uses cross-linked hyaluronic acid, ultimately resulting in longer lasting results.
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Lasts up to 1 year
Dr. Asaadi and our staff welcome any questions you may have about Voluma or any of our other cosmetic fillers. Contact our New Jersey office today at 973.731.7000 or request your appointment online today.
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POSTED ON THURSDAY, DECEMBER 19, 2013 AT 6:36 PM by Dr. Mokhtar Asaadi
For years, women have turned to cosmetic and reconstructive surgery for an improved appearance to glorify the youth and radiance they feel inside. As factors such as pregnancy, weight loss, gravity and genetics take their toll on our bodies, we look for that once youthful and sculpted look we once held.
For many women, this look comes from improved contours, size, and shape of the breasts. This can be done through procedures such as breast augmentation, breast lift, breast reduction, and breast reconstruction. No matter what procedure you are considering, patients should understand when their treatment is considered cosmetic, reconstructive, or both.
NJ plastic surgeon, Dr. Mokhtar Asaadi explains why combining two of the most popular breast surgeries, breast augmentation and breast lift (mastopexy), should be considered reconstructive surgery rather than cosmetic. Why? Breast augmentation with mastopexy (breast lift) combines several surgery techniques to achieve a restored look to the breasts. These techniques strive to provide similar aesthetic results as reconstructive procedures, such as breast reconstruction following mastectomy. In fact, when combining breast augmentation with mastopexy, release of the pectoralis muscle is done more than when performed during augmentation mammoplasty.
Breast augmentation combined with breast lift is most commonly performed during Mommy Makeovers, or may be combined with abdominoplasty to reverse all the effects of pregnancy in young women.
During breast augmentation mastopexy, the breasts are enlarged and the breast envelope is made smaller. Unlike traditional augmentation mammoplasty, breast augmentation with mastopexy requires a bigger release of the pectoralis muscle, therefore the implant chosen should be smaller. Additionally, the position of the nipple and areola should be done on the most projecting part of the breast, with special attention paid to the circulation on the nipple and areola.
Afterwards, your plastic surgeon will gently insert permanent interlocking sutures around the areola to prevent spreading or a larger, deformed areola.
Look as beautiful as you feel and discover the benefits of breast augmentation and breast lift. Dr. Asaadi and our staff welcome any questions you may have about breast augmentation and mastopexy in NJ. Contact our office at 973.731.7000 or request your appointment online today.
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POSTED ON WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 13, 2013 AT 5:36 PM by Dr. Mokhtar Asaadi
Fat grafting for breast augmentation holds both benefits and risks that women should be aware of before considering their options for breast surgery. Fat grafting to the breasts continues to help women achieve more natural-looking results by taking fat cells from one part of the body and injecting them into the breasts.
In the past, fat grafting to the breasts was cautioned, as it made it harder for mammograms to read. With today’s advances in radiology however, physicians can pay more attention to suspicious changes in the breasts, even after breast augmentation surgery. So what should you know when considering fat grafting for breast augmentation? The American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery shares the benefits and risks. Here’s what you should know:
Fat cells during grafting do not always survive
What this means: fat that is injected into the breast carries the risk of being absorbed by the body, becoming liquid, forming a cyst, calcifying, or producing scarring.
Multiple sessions for desired results
What this means: Because a vast amount of fat cells may not survive during fat grafting to the breast, multiple sessions may be needed to help women achieve a bigger breast size. Additionally, there might be a limit to the breast size obtained and it can take up to 6 months for your result to take shape.
Further testing may be needed
What this means: The American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery stresses that just “as with any other surgical procedure, it is possible for fat grafting to produce changes in breast that may be deemed suspicious on examination by a physician or on mammography, and may lead to further testing to determine if the findings are related to breast cancer.” While testing for breast cancer continues to become more advanced, testing beyond your traditional mammography may be necessary if there are any suspicious signs of breast cancer.
Fat Grafting is not only used to increase breast size
What this means: While fat grafting is commonly used for breast enhancement, harvesting fat cells to the breasts can also be used to improve implants already in place, adding volume to rippling areas or softening the appearance for a more natural look. The procedure may also be used during traditional breast augmentation too enhance the shape of the breasts.
As with any plastic or reconstructive surgery, Dr. Mokhtar Asaadi urges you to meet with a board certified plastic surgeon to discuss all risks and options for your individual anatomy. If you have any questions regarding your fat grafting for breast augmentation, please contact our New Jersey office at 973-731-7000.
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POSTED ON THURSDAY, OCTOBER 10, 2013 AT 3:15 PM by Dr. Mokhtar Asaadi
Breast Reconstruction Awareness Day reminds us of the strong men and women overcoming the courageous battle with breast cancer. Helping to raise awareness, BRA day celebrates a time where healthcare providers, friends, family, and survivors spread awareness about breast reconstruction options available post-mastectomy. While much research and data exists to help spread awareness about breast reconstruction, NJ plastic surgeon, Dr. Mokhtar Asaadi stresses that patients understand the facts about the safety and longevity of breast implants, whether used during reconstruction, or simply for aesthetic purposes.
“Last week I saw a patient in the office who was interested to have breast enlargement but she was afraid of having breast implants. She read somewhere that implants grow mold & cause arthritis & so on & so forth, and this is not true,” says Dr. Asaadi. While many sites can offer information about popular surgical procedures, such as breast implants, it is important to understand where your information is coming from.
So how do you know how safe your implant will be or how long it will last? For starters, meet with a board certified plastic surgeon who is experienced and understands your individual anatomy. A surgeon who is upfront and hones the proper education and experience will play a key factor in the longevity of your implant. He/she should understand your body type and help you determine what implant is right for you based on your desires, health, and most importantly, your shape and size. Depending on your individual anatomy and which method of implant augmentation you are undergoing will help determine the size of your implant. During implant augmentation, breast size can be increased 1 or more sizes, but during fat grafting breast augmentation, breast size can be increased usually only by 1 size. Just like a shoe size however, your implant should fit the size of your body.
When undergoing breast reconstruction, women who do not have enough skin to support an implant may require skin expansion. During skin expansion, a balloon expander is inserted beneath the skin and chest muscle. A salt-water solution is then injected through a tiny valve through the course of several weeks to months, allowing the skin to stretch and creating sufficient room for a permanent breast implant.
In some cases, your plastic surgeon may harvest fat from other areas of the body, improving contours with a more natural look. While this method can cause more noticeable scarring, research shows this method to regenerate stem cells of the breast that may have been lost from radiation.
Dr. Asaadi and our staff welcome any questions you may have about breast implants or breast reconstruction. Contact our office at 973.731.7000 or request an appointment online today for your personal consultation.
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