If a patient has a bump on top of the nose the bump can be camouflaged by adding filler just above it. In some cases mild asymmetry can be improved. Eventually fillers will reabsorb and the procedure will have to be repeated.

I think it is a good option for people who are not ready to or healthy enough to consider rhinoplasty. It also allows a reversible change for people who don’t want to burn any bridges. Liquid rhinoplasty works by enlarging specific areas, while standard rhinoplasty can alter the underlying bony structure giving permanent changes.

If you are considering rhinoplasty, also known as nose surgery, contact our office today to schedule a consultation at one of our offices in Rockville, Maryland; Annapolis, Maryland; or McLean, Virginia.

Labial tissue comes in all shapes and sizes. Some have more, others less. Common concerns patients share with me include a self consciousness during sexual activity, difficulty wearing certain clothing or swimwear and even discomfort with some athletics.

There are two basic types of Labioplasty and I perform both procedures. I believe both are good as long as the patient’s goals are accomplished. The labia minora is the most commonly reduced.

Straight excision simply cuts away the redundant tissue and leaves a straight narrower labial edge. It is the simplest and removes the most tissue. Some believe that it leaves an unnatural looking edge but I have not found this to be the case.

The other method involves removing a wedge or wedges of tissue which preserves the natural edge of the labia.

Labioplasty can be done under a local or general anesthesia. I am happy to show examples in consultation but I don’t put Labioplasty photos on the web. If you are interested in a Labioplasty then contact me to schedule a consultation.

Experience is a good thing when it comes to getting a job, but most business owners are not going to hire someone who looks like they have been worked to death. Literally, when age starts to take over the face people tend to look tired or angry due to lines around the eyes as well as the forehead. It would make sense for an owner to hire someone who looks refreshed and health.

According to a recent article in Times Magazine, this is the reason that people working in interacting jobs such as sales and retail are opting to enhance their facial features through rejuvenating procedures such as Botox, eyelid surgery and Facelift. Facials, chemical peels and laser skin resurfacing are quick fix treatments to help improve and maintain healthy glowing skin, which people are undergoing on a routine basis. Injectables such as Botox, Restylane and other facial fillers can help reduce the signs of aging by decreasing lines and wrinkles for a longer lasting fix. Most injectable’s are non-invasive procedures and require quarterly or bi-yearly up keep to maintain a fresh look.

People that are looking for a more long-term improvement opt for facelift surgery, neck lift, eyelid surgery, or a combination of all. These procedures are also less up keep considering the results last 5 to 10 years depending on diet, aging, etc. Whether you are looking for a quick fix or a more permanent change this is the sure fire way to help stay above the pack on the job hunt.

If you are interested in learning more about procedures of cosmetic plastic surgery, contact Dr. Tattlebaum today to schedule a consultation.

Early in its evolution cosmetic plastic surgery was an offshoot and little publicized branch of plastic and reconstructive surgery.  Surgeons had different approaches and techniques that they generally kept to themselves.  There were no defined standards for evaluation and comparison.  The creation of the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery brings us together to share ideas, learn new concepts and critically evaluate the old ones.  The Society continually promotes the safety, certification and training of its members so that we can go forward and practice the most advanced and reliable cosmetic medicine possible.

1. Give yourself off about a week for all but the most minor procedures:
It is better to be pleasantly surprised and need less recovery time than to need more time and not have it.  I go into detail about the expected average recovery for each procedure in consultation.  Some patients may take less than average amounts of time to recover but some may take more.  Better to be on the safe side and have more than adequate time.

2. Have support at home:
My clientele is made up of healthy people.  As such, I perform most of my surgeries outpatient.  It is my firm belief that hospitals are full of illness and harmful bacteria.  I feel strongly that my patients get better care in a cleaner and healthier environment when they are at home with the support of a spouse or loved one.

3. Plan ahead:
If you want to enjoy your figure in the summer have your surgery in the winter or fall.  I see an influx of breast augmentation patients just before the summer each year.   Implants take 3- 6 months or more to settle post op.  Patients who come in earlier in the year will look more settled and natural by the time summer comes.

4. Don’t do surgery right before a major life event.
Each year I see the bride who wants breast implants two weeks before the wedding or her mother who may want a face lift. While I would love to be the physician for these patients it makes no sense to have surgery just before an important life event. Plan at least six months ahead if you can.

5. Stay in the area for a while:
In a perfect world my patients would live next door for a week following surgery.  While not realistic I at least want to have my patients in the vicinity.  Once in a while I have a patient who plans to hop on a plane and recover in an exotic location.  It is just as important for me to be available to you after surgery as before.  Stick around for a while.

6. Stop Smoking.
Without doubt this is the toughest of the recommendations and the hardest for patients.  Smoking exponentially increases the risks of healing problems or infections. While not everyone is able to stop it is one of my strongest recommendations and requires the most forethought.

7. If you have any medical problems schedule even further ahead:
My goal is to perform your surgery as safely as possible.  For patients with medical issues we need time to get appropriate testing and clearance where necessary. It can take more time to get these evaluations and results.

If you would like help in safely planning the procedure you are considering please don’t hesitate to call my office and schedule a consultation.