Facial Procedures

Rhinoplasty Benefits and Risks

If you have every considered getting a nose job, you should know that there are plenty of benefits and risks associated with the surgery. You’re likely aware of some of these benefits and risks already, but during a consultation with Bergen County plastic surgeon Dr. Tzvi Small, he’ll be sure to go over both in depth. It’s important that you know both the pros and cons of the surgery so that you have realistic expectations of what the surgery can achieve and what it can do for you.

Right now, we’d like to look at some of the pros and cons of Paramus rhinoplasty (nose job). While we can’t possibly detail all of them in this space, we think this general delineation will help you have realistic expectations about the surgery and what it can do for you.

Let’s start with the risks. The most common risks associated with rhinoplasty are the same you can expect from other kinds of surgery. These common risks include allergic reactions to anesthetic, poor healing time, discomfort, and infection. Risks unique to rhinoplasty include nosebleeds, poor shaping of the nose, issues with the nasal passages, and possible respiratory problems. By following our instructions for pre-operative and post-operative care, you can significantly mitigate these risks.

The benefits of rhinoplasty are numerous. Aesthetically, you can greatly alter your appearance for the better even with just a subtle change to the nose. If you have bumps or ridges on the bridge of the nose that are problematic, these can be taken away quite easily through surgery. If you have been injured and your nose is deformed or broken, a rhinoplasty can reshape and restore your nose. Rhinoplasty also has some medical applications, meaning that it can effectively address some cases of sleep apnea and certain breathing problems associated with the nasal passages.

There’s a lot more to talk about when it comes to rhinoplasty, so it’s important that you visit us for a full consultation. To learn more about your many options for facial rejuvenation and aesthetic enhancement, contact Bergen County plastic surgeon Dr. Tzvi Small today.

Eyelid Surgery and Insurance Coverage

One of the best ways to enhance your overall appearance is making adjustments to the eye area. The eyes are truly the windows of the soul, and just a few slight alterations can make a big difference. This goes for the area under the eyes that may appear hollow or baggy, the area around the eyes where lines and wrinkles may etch themselves deeply into the skin, and the upper eyelids that may droop or sag with age. When you come to our Bergen County plastic surgery office, Dr. Tzvi Small will assess your needs for eyelid surgery and determine which option is best for you and your needs.

When it comes to eyelid surgery (blepharoplasty), there are many reasons that people would decide to undergo it. Some of these reasons may actually be covered by your medical insurance. This won’t hold true for all situations, of course, but we’d like to look at the various reasons that people may undergo eyelid surgery and whether or not insurance will cover part of the cost.

One reason that people undergo Bergen County eyelid surgery is for aesthetic or cosmetic reasons. If the upper eyelids droop or sag and do not look appealing, eyelid surgery is a great option to consider. However, when performed for purely elective purposes, your insurance will not cover the eyelid surgery.

Another reason that people may undergo eyelid surgery is for reconstructive surgery reasons. If you are in an accident of some kind or suffer and injury that affects your eye area or the upper eyelid, reconstructive surgery will help restore your appearance. Your insurance may cover some of the cost depending on your situation.

And yet another reason that people may undergo eyelid surgery is out of medical necessity. Indeed, sometimes the drooping or sagging of the upper eyelid may be so severe that it impairs your vision. In such cases, eyelid surgery will remove that sagging tissue to restore the vision of a patient. Medical insurance may cover this type of eyelid surgery, though it’s important to consult with us and your insurance provider just to make sure.

To learn more about your options for cosmetic facial enhancement and other matters, be sure to contact Paramus, New Jersey plastic surgeon Dr. Tzvi Small today. We look forward to discussing these issues with you.

Celebrities and Lip Augmentation

If there’s one thing that’s certain, it’s that full lips are desirable, sensual, and can make you look more appealing. It should come as no surprise, then, that so many celebrities attempt to get that sexy, pouty-lipped look. There are plenty of ways of accomplishing this, including the use of cosmetic injectables and lip implants. Our Paramus plastic surgeon has helped plenty of patients enhance their appearance through plastic surgery and non-surgical aesthetic enhancements. Right now, the team would like to discuss celebrities and lip augmentation surgery.

One of the best and brightest starlets out there is Megan Fox, and she has undergone a lip augmentation amongst other cosmetic enhancements. Acclaimed actress Kiera Knightly has also undergone lip augmentation to enhance her statuesque face. There have been plenty of rumors surrounding Nicole Kidman’s possible forays with aesthetic enhancement, including possible lip enhancements to increase her natural glamour.

Now with this in mind, there are some celebrity lip augmentations that may serve as warnings. It’s always best to use some discretion with any cosmetic treatment, whether it’s Paramus Restylane® or a cosmetic surgery of some kind, as you want the results to be somewhat subtle and natural looking.

For some time, Lisa Rinna had lips that were bumpy and rather unnatural looking due to a lip augmentation using silicone injections. Recently, however, she had a revision that has improved the appearance of her lips while maintaining the fullness. Nikki Cox is another celebrity who had a lip augmentation, though the results appear on the overdone and obvious side. The same goes for Kim Kardasian, whose lips were too puffy not too long ago. When you come to our office, we will discuss ways to make your results flattering but natural, because that’s the sure way to make a lip enhancement look its best.

If you are interested in lip augmentation and other cosmetic treatments to enhance your appearance, be sure to contact our Paramus, NJ cosmetic surgery office today.