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How Old Will You Look in the Future?

The “aging suit” is the newest in virtual reality technology, which allows you to get the full simulation of the growing old effect. The suit is called Genworth R70i Aging Experience, was created by a 62-year-old man named Bran Ferran who is the former president of research and development for Disney. This division created all of the “magic” at the theme parks and studios.

This special suit has bolts and hinges at every joint to give the aging effect more of a real life experience. The suit itself looks like some sort of superhero costume while “the helmet simulates impaired vision, hearing loss, and cognitive deterioration,” (Lidz,2015). While giving you insights on what it is to be old, you may start to reflect on how you actually look as well.

In today’s world, you may not be able to prevent feeling old, but you can control the aging process with plastic surgery. The board-certified plastic surgeons at Star Plastic Surgery offer a wide range of body contouring procedures for every shape and size body, breast enhancements, as well as facial procedures. Our doctors have extensive experience in providing our clients with superior cosmetic plastic surgery procedures including:

•          Breast Enhancement Surgery
•          Liposuction
•          Abdominoplasty - Tummy Tucks
•          Mommy Makeovers - Breast Augmentation, Tummy Tuck, & Liposuction
•          Body Contouring & Lifts
•         Facial Plastic Surgery

When you choose Star Plastic Surgery for your Michigan cosmetic plastic surgery needs, you are choosing board certified plastic surgeons who have completed over 15,000 surgeries. Contact us today to see how we can provide you with the amazing results you deserve or call us directly at 248-735-3800.

References:

http://www.newsweek.com/2015/07/17/exclusive-new-super-suit-simulates-aging-millennials-338018.html

The High Price of Beauty

Several women revealed their annual costs of spending on what it takes to stay beautiful. Whether it is layers of makeup or extreme hair styles, women go to extreme lengths to better their appearance, no matter what the cost is. Prices tend to vary but getting a blowout hair cut can cost $40, a haircut can cost $125, and hair color can cost $215. Imagine paying this consistently throughout a lifetime with constant maintenance.

On the other side of the fence, the option for cosmetic surgery is available, which is long lasting and cost effective compared to most beauty enhancements such as makeup and other cosmetics. You can get procedures such as facelifts, liposuction, Botox, and fat transfers. You want to make sure whoever is performing these procedures is a board-certified plastic surgeon so you know you’ll be getting safe and outstanding results. 

At Star Plastic Surgery, everything is customized to the individual who is being seen by our consultants and doctors. Please call 248-735-3800 or visit www.starplasticsurgery.net to schedule your free consultation with one of our board-certified plastic surgeons. 

RealSelf Reviews

You can now visit our website and access the RealSelf.com review portal. Whether it is on our website directly, social media sites such as Facebook, or the Real Self website, we appreciate all reviews and feedback. Here is a screenshot of the review section from Real Self. 

Visit our Real Self page here: https://www.realself.com/find/Michigan/Farmington/Plastic-Surgeon/Elan-Reisin#dr-reviews

What Is Your Reason for Getting Plastic Surgery?

·         It’s Not Always About Insecurity

-          Don’t make these assumptions about people because assuming this will more than likely cause them to be more insecure.

·         It May Be an Artistic Expression

-          People do things for many reasons and sometimes it is for artistic purposes. It can be because they are looking to express themselves and plastic surgery was the route that they felt most comfortable in.

·         Medical Reasoning

-          Those that seek out plastic surgery for medical reasons are usually looking to for health reasons. Procedures such as liposuction, breast augmentations, breast lifts, or even a rhinoplasty are utilized to help prevent health issues.

·         We All Participate in Body Modification

-  Whether it’s putting makeup on or getting a haircut, we all modify our physical appearance in some way. Those of you who decide to go with plastic surgery just take body modifications one step further. Getting an injection of Botox is almost the same as putting on makeup.

·         Personal Choices Should Be Respected

-          As humans, we should have a general respect for others and their own personal choices. We all pass each other on the streets and it is important to remain respectful so we can maintain a peaceful culture.

·         Self-Love Comes in Different Forms

-          The main goal is to just feel good about the way you look. This often comes from different sources. Some people like to travel, eat, exercise, and in the case, get plastic surgery. An important fact to remember is to make sure they are board-certified.

At Star Plastic Surgery we welcome anyone who is looking to improve themselves. Whether it is medical, insecurity, artistic, or any other reason why they want to have a body modification done. Ready to make a positive change that will increase your self-confidence? Schedule your free consultation today to discuss your goals, needs, and expectations with our experienced plastic surgeons. You can call 248-735-3800 or visit www.starplasticsurgery.net to fill out a contact form. 

Happy Easter!

You May Want to Get Less Mammograms

The American Cancer Society recently issued new guidelines that women should get less mammograms done. “Women with an average risk of breast cancer start having mammograms at 45 and continue once a year until 54, then every other year for as long as they are healthy and likely to live another 10 years. The organization also said it no longer recommended clinical breast exams, in which doctors or nurses feel for lumps, for women of any age who have had no symptoms of abnormality in the breast,” (Grady,2015).

Specialist are working hard to find better screening test but this make take time as the area is rapidly changing. Radiologists hope to have more knowledge in the upcoming years that will allow them to be more personalized with their approaches. An important thing to remember with these screenings is that you feel comfortable and at ease. The patient’s feelings should be kept in mind by the doctors involved with any screening or medical testing.

The philosophy of Star Plastic Surgery is focused on the patient. We work one-on-one with you, both pre- and post-operatively, to help you reach your goals. We do not have a one-size-fits-all mentality, and will customize your procedure to enhance your natural appearance, and to help restore the self-confidence you deserve. To schedule a free consultation please call 248-735-3800 or visit www.starplasticsurgery.net

References:

Grady, D. (2015, October 20). American Cancer Society, in a Shift, Recommends Fewer Mammograms. Retrieved February 16, 2016, from http://www.nytimes.com/2015/10/21/health/breast-cancer-screening-guidelines.html?_r=0

Happy St. Patrick's Day!!

How to Stay Out of the Danger Zone

Patients are the most important part of any medical practice. How their experience goes is very important to the reputation of the practice. One issue that often angers patients are the post-surgery cost.

Depending what procedure is done, the post-surgery cost can vary and may even include physical therapy, specific diets, hospital beds, heating pads, and other materials that will keep you comfortable. These post-surgery details can often be ignored so make sure that if you decide to move in this direction. If you would like to hear more about what post-surgery entails and how to be prepared, please read one of our former patients blogs where she describes her experience: FormerPatient Blog 

At Star Plastic Surgery, we strive to provide safe and outstanding results. All of Star Plastic Surgery’s surgeons have completed over a thousand procedures including breast augmentation, breast lifts, tummy tucks, mommy makeovers, rhinoplasty, eyelid surgery, facelifts, and breast reduction surgery. Star Plastic Surgery’s mission is to provide the highest degree of patient satisfaction by achieving the most successful surgical results.

References:

http://www.modernhealthcare.com/article/20160116/MAGAZINE/301169930

Experts Are Finding New Ways to Fight Bacteria

Doctors have been fighting bacteria with antibiotics for years and for the most part they have had great success. In recent years though, these diseases have been growing resistant to traditional medicine. In the 1940's, Western doctors stopped using phage because of the advent of antibiotics.

Experts have turned to phages once again instead of modern medicine. If you don’t know, phage therapy comes in different shapes and sizes and is the therapeutic use of bacteriophages to treat pathogenic bacterial infections. To read more about this please visit this link. The White House last year stated that phage therapy will be one of the options when combating drug-resistant bacteria.

At Star Plastic Surgery, we are aware of all medical options on the market and currently we are not utilizing phages of any kind. However, we do take pride in keeping up with ever changing medical breakthroughs and the latest technology. Our board certified plastic surgeons want you to feel great about the way you look and strive to deliver safe and outstanding results.

To schedule a free consultation to meet with one of our board certified plastic surgeons, please call 248-735-3800 or visit www.starplasticsurgery.net

A Kind Thank You from a Kind Patient

People in Their 20’s Having Plastic Surgery

When people think of plastic surgery, they don’t normally think young, healthy people. Often, plastic surgery is associated with people in their 50s and 60s who want to look younger.

Now a day’s however, doctors are starting to see a growing number of people in their 20’s are getting plastic surgery. The millennials are paying more attention to their appearance and the sometimes visible wrinkles in their forehead. The amount of 20 somethings getting plastic surgery has doubled in the past 3 years. This trend proves that the social acceptance of plastic surgery is growing among young people. Some of the top request are Botox, acid peels, and other skincare techniques to help remove sun damage and freckles.

At Star Plastic Surgery we have many of these procedures and techniques available. If you would like to learn more and schedule a free consultation, please call 248-735-3800 or visit: www.starplasticsurgery.net

References:

http://philadelphia.cbslocal.com/2015/12/08/why-more-20-somethings-are-having-plastic-surgery/

Valentines Day Special!

Plastic Surgery Isn’t Just for Women

The desire to look your best is not reserved for women only. Men of all ages, occupations, and lifestyles choose plastic surgery to help them meet their goals. Whether you are concerned about looking younger, looking better in your clothing, or feeling more self-confident, Star Plastic Surgery will consult with you to determine what procedures may benefit you most.

Some of the most popular plastic surgery options for men include:

·         Male Breast Reduction - The removal of excess fatty tissue found in the breast area which is caused by age, weight gain, genetic, or medical conditions.

·         Abdominoplasty - The removal of excess fat and skin from the abdomen, creating a slimmer and more youthful abdominal profile.

·         Facelift - Diminishes the face's visible signs of aging, including deep creases, loss of muscle tone, and loose skin.

·         Liposuction - Removes excess fat deposits to slim and reshape specific areas of the body, including thighs, waist, hips, back, chest, chin, and buttocks.

If you are a man, or woman for that matter, and would like to learn more about plastic surgery, please contact us at 248-735-3800 or www.starplasticsurgery.net/contact-us to schedule a free confidential consultation. 

Women’s Happiness Doesn’t Affect Mortality

Many studies have been conducted that claim to link happiness and living a longer life together. “A study published on Wednesday in The Lancet, following one million middle-aged women in Britain for 10 years, finds that the widely held view that happiness enhances health and longevity is unfounded. Happiness and related measures of well-being do not appear to have any direct effect on mortality, the researchers concluded,” (NY TIMES).

“The results come from the so-called Million Women Study, which recruited women ages 50 to 69 from 1996 to 2001, and tracked them with questionnaires and official records of deaths and hospital admissions. The questionnaires asked how often the women felt happy, in control, relaxed and stressed, and also instructed them to rate their health and list ailments like high blood pressure, diabetes, asthma, arthritis and depression or anxiety,” (NY TIMES).

The good news is that you can be as grumpy as you want and you can still live a full long life! Sadly though, making those grumpy faces can affect your face and create wrinkles where you may not want them. This is when you will want to call us for a few Botox shots or possibly other skincare treatments. Just because you want to walk around grumpy all day doesn’t mean you have to appear that way. 

To get a head start on ridding of those wrinkles, schedule a free confidential consultation with us by calling 248-735-3800 or www.starplasticsurgery.net/contact-us

References:

http://www.nytimes.com/2015/12/10/health/happiness-health-study.html?_r=0

How to Recover From Your Plastic Surgery

Everyone always worries about the recovery time after getting major surgery done, which is normal and you should think ahead. The best way to prepare yourself is to come into surgery as a healthy patient from the start. Being a non-smoker, eating healthy, exercising, and being in mental and physical shape in general are all ways that you can be the ideal patient before plastic surgery.

Common practices for speeding up the recovery process is eating lots of fruits and vegetables, taking supplements and vitamins. Make sure to tell your physician about whatever you may want to take so they can advise you accordingly. Prior to surgery, you will want to eliminate alcohol and reduce the caffeine and processed foods in your diet. This is also recommended during post-surgery as well.

To learn more about plastic surgery, schedule a free consultation with us and our doctors can guide you through the whole pre-op and post-op process. Please call 248-735-3800 or visit www.starplasticsurgery.net/contact-us

Pigeons that Identify Breast Cancer

Most of you know the pigeon as that pesky bird that sits in the streets with its pack of buddies in large cities. Some of you might not know that this well-known bird has a long history of working with humans to accomplish different tasks. Pigeons can detect emotions in people’s faces and even select certain letters in the alphabet.

In today’s world however, the pigeon has evolved to much more important tasks. They are surprisingly very good at detecting cancer. After being shown images of human breast cells, they were able to spot malignancies (tumor). Now this doesn’t mean that the birds will be performing surgeries anytime soon, but it does prove the intelligence of the pigeon. While spotting tumors on images of breast cells is one thing, pigeons could be used for further medical advancements in the future whether it is cosmetic or traditional surgery.

Star Plastic Surgery in Novi, Michigan is up to date with all of the advancements in technology in the medical world and our board-certified plastic surgeons are ready to discuss any questions you may have about cosmetic surgery.

References:

http://www.huffingtonpost.com/entry/pigeons-breast-cancer-study_564dfecce4b00b7997f98cf5

Don’t Be Another Statistic, Do It Right The First Time

There has been a rise in recent years of people traveling to get major surgeries performed. When it comes to a large medical expense, we all try and take shortcuts to find a cheaper price. Sometimes this includes going to a different country which is often known as “medical tourism”. 

Every major surgery has risks involved but by going to a different country your risk or something going wrong increases. When you have medical work done in a different country you have no legal protection and chances are you will not be dealing with a board-certified plastic surgeon or who knows, maybe it’s not even a real doctor.

Don’t get caught up with price or you could be another statistic like this common headline, “19 Americans infected during plastic surgery trips” (NBC News). Of course this is just one example of something going wrong overseas with surgery, but even just one example is a good reason to be cautious.  Bargain surgery may not really be a bargain. This is your body and I doubt you want to risk a tummy tuck or nose job going wrong just to save a few dollars. Additional cost for revision surgeries and complications may cost you whatever the difference was if you had it done in the United States.

At Star Plastic Surgery, in Novi, Michigan, our board-certified plastic surgeons have performed over15, 000 cosmetic procedures. To schedule your free consultation here in the United States, please call 248-735-3800 or visit us at www.starplasticsurgery.net/contact-us.

References:

http://www.plasticsurgery.org/articles-and-videos/dangers-of-plastic-surgery-tourism.html