Patients often come in for their plastic surgery visit and ask” Dr. Lo, what’s new?”
Okay, let me run down a few items. this is not meant to be a comprehensive list.
1. Dermal Fillers- the latest is Evolence; however in the crowded dermal filler choices, I do not feel that it holds much advantage over what I am using now such as Restylane, Radiesse and Juvederm. Dermal fillers come in different consistencies depending on what areas you want to fill in and last about 6 months to 1 year.
2. Reloxin- This is the recently FDA approved alternative to Botox but is not yet available. We are still trying to determine what is the cost, and I think after that, we can determine if it will be better or more cost effective than Botox.
3. Liposuction- still the tumescent technique with ultrasonic or PAL(power assist) lipo are good techniques. We are waiting for the studies on Smart Lipo or Laser Lipo to see if it is proven to be better.
4. Breast Augmentation- not much new here. The new silicone implants are working well. For saline breast augmentation, I still prefer the Moderate Plus Profile implant. No word on FDA approval for the next generation Cohesive Gel implant although I believe these implants will have limited use as they are shaped, textured, require a larger incision/scar and firmer than the current silicone implants.
5.Nose Surgery- The non surgical rhinoplasty has limited application and is not permanent. If you really have concerns about your nose, than a formal closed or open rhinoplasty is still necessary for best cosmetic results.
6. Tummy tucks- no major change here. The pain pump has really helped patients recover faster with less pain and back to work in 7-10 days.
7. Male chest contouring for gynecomastia- No change here. The combination of liposuction with subcutaneous mastectomy where necessary are still giving very nice results.
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