Non-Surgical Options for Brighter-Looking Eyes
At Aqua Plastic Surgery, Dr. David Rankin and Dr. Allyson Deziel offer a wide selection of cosmetic options to enhance the beauty of the eyes. While surgical procedures like eyelid surgery and brow lift certainly produce great results, many patients are not ready to go under the knife in order to rejuvenate their look. For this reason, Aqua Plastic Surgery is pleased to provide several minimally invasive treatments that can restore a rested and attractive appearance to the eyes. Here, our doctors share their recommendations on the best non-invasive procedures for the eyes.
Botox
Botox continues to be the most popular of all non-surgical procedures, and for good reason. The injectable treatment temporarily paralyzes the facial muscles in order to smooth out creases, wrinkles and fine lines on the overlying skin. Botox is a great option for the branching wrinkles that form around the outer corners of the eyes, commonly known as crow’s feet.
Dermal Fillers
Dermal fillers are another temporary solution for wrinkles and lines, including those around the eyes. These injectable fillers have an additional benefit in that they restore volume to facial areas that have become sunken or hollow over time, including the under-eye area. With a dermal filler treatment, you can expect a fuller and more youthful-looking appearance. Aqua Plastic Surgery offers several dermal filler treatments and our team can advise you on which one is best for you during your initial consultation.
Laser Skin Resurfacing
Laser skin resurfacing is a revolutionary treatment that works from the inside out to produce healthier, younger-looking skin. The treatment uses laser energy to eliminate dull, dead skin layers, in turn stimulating the body’s production of collagen. This creates a new layer of fresh, radiant skin. Laser skin resurfacing addresses a multitude of skin concerns including fine lines, wrinkles and acne. It can also treat dark spots and uneven skin tone and texture around the eyes.
Tips for Your Everyday Beauty Routine
The right beauty regimen and habits can do wonders to your appearance. Dr. Rankin recommends these easy tips to preserve the youth of your eyes:
- Sleep for seven to eight hours a night
- Apply sunscreen with SPF 30 or higher on your facial skin, including around your eyes
- Avoid rubbing your eyes and tugging the skin around your eyes
- Don’t smoke
- Wear sunglasses with 100% UV protection (wraparound style is best)
- Gently wash your makeup off before going to bed
- Only use medical-grade skincare products to moisturize your skin. We can advise you on which is best for your skin type.
To learn more about the non-surgical treatments we offer, please schedule a personal consultation by calling our Jupiter office at (561) 776-2830.
Can Liposuction Get Rid of Cellulite?
Well over 90 percent of all women have cellulite, the dimpled appearance on the skin that resembles cottage cheese or an orange peel. At Aqua Plastic Surgery, Dr. David Rankin meets with countless patients, many who struggle with cellulite. A common question the expert plastic surgeon fields from his patients is, “Can liposuction treat cellulite?” Here, we discuss the answer in detail.
Liposuction Is Not an Appropriate Solution for Cellulite
Liposuction is a surgical fat removal procedure designed to treat small pockets of fat that are resistant to exercise and diet. It can be used on various body areas including the abdomen, buttocks, hips, flanks, arms and thighs.
Cellulite occurs when bands of fibrous tissue found between the muscles and skin push pockets of fat into lumps, causing the overlying skin to appear dimpled and uneven. An effective treatment for cellulite treats the fibrous tissue that causes pockets of fat to move upward against the skin. Because liposuction only treats fat, it is not an effective solution for cellulite. In fact, it may worsen the appearance of cellulite. Some patients choose to combine liposuction with a lift procedure (e.g., body lift), which removes loose skin and tightens the remaining skin for a smoother appearance. A combination procedure may improve the appearance of cellulite, but only slightly.
A Better Solution for Cellulite
If you are embarrassed by the appearance of cellulite, Aqua Plastic Surgery offers an innovative fat removal solution that treats cellulite at the same time. The TruSculpt system is a revolutionary treatment that uses radiofrequency energy to remove pockets of fat and temporarily reduces the appearance of cellulite. The treatment can be used to sculpt multiple areas of the body including the abdomen, flanks, thighs and buttocks. Most patients need one to two treatment sessions to achieve their desired results. Because TruSculpt is minimally invasive, you can achieve a smooth and slimmer appearance without incisions, injections or downtime!
The best way to find out if TruSculpt (or liposuction) is right for you is by scheduling a personal consultation with an experienced plastic surgeon. Following an evaluation, the surgeons will make their recommendations on which treatment plan can help you achieve your desired look. To schedule your appointment, please call our Jupiter office at (561) 776-2830.
Get Your Summer Body Now
If you want to be bikini-ready by summer time, you’re not alone. Every year, Dr. David Rankin and Dr. Allyson Deziel of Aqua Plastic Surgery meet with countless patients seeking help to enhance their appearance in time for summer. In this blog post, we discuss the surgical and non-surgical treatment options Aqua Plastic Surgery offers for a beach-ready body.
Surgical Options
Liposuction. Considered to be the gold standard in fat removal, liposuction can be used to treat various body areas including the abdomen, thighs, hips, buttocks, upper arms and face. The procedure can also be combined with other body contouring procedures for a more toned and slim look.
Breast Augmentation. If you’re having trouble filling in your bikini top, breast augmentation can help. Our surgeons can use autologous fat from another body area, or implants, to produce a fuller, more voluptuous chest.
Tummy Tuck. Get rid of a “muffin top” or “love handles” with tummy tuck surgery, which removes loose, flabby skin and fat for a flatter abdomen. The procedure can also repair weakened or damaged abdominal muscles following pregnancy.
Brazilian Butt Lift. This popular procedure uses unwanted fat from one body area (e.g., abdomen or back) to plump up the buttocks for a fuller, sexier look. Brazilian butt lift is great for men and women who have a saggy, flattened or naturally small behind.
Vaginal Rejuvenation. If you’re embarrassed to wear a bikini bottom due to an elongated or unusually shaped labia, a vaginal rejuvenation or labiaplasty procedure may help. By reshaping and resizing the labia, vaginal rejuvenation can restore a normal appearance to your bikini area and boost your self-confidence when wearing form-fitting clothing.
Male Breast Reduction. Gynecomastia (commonly referred to as “man boobs”) is a medical condition that results in enlarged breast tissue in men. The only way to effectively treat the condition is through male breast reduction, which excises loose skin and removes unwanted fat from the chest area. The result is a flatter, more masculine-looking chest.
Non-Surgical Options
Laser Hair Removal. Are you tired of shaving or waxing every few weeks? Laser hair removal can help you get smooth, hairless skin just in time for summer. The procedure targets the hair follicles to discourage further hair growth. Several sessions are needed to get the best results, so book your appointment now!
CoolSculpting. This innovative procedure uses freezing technology to painlessly and safely eliminate unwanted fat cells. The body naturally eliminates the fat cells during subsequent weeks, resulting in a slimmer figure. Thanks to targeted cooling, CoolSculpting is virtually painless.
TruSculpt. TruSculpt is another minimally invasive fat removal procedure but with an added benefit. Using radiofrequency technology, TruSculpt can also temporarily reduce the appearance of cellulite, for a slimmer and smoother look. TruSculpt can be used to treat the abdomen, flanks, thighs, buttocks and other areas.
Schedule Your Consultation Today
To discuss your beach body concerns with an experienced plastic surgeon, please schedule an appointment with Aqua Plastic Surgery. Call our Jupiter office at (561) 776-2830.
Surgery Day Do's and Don'ts
The day of your plastic surgery procedure can conjure up a range of emotions, from excitement to anxiety. If you are feeling nervous in regards to your big day, preparing well ahead of time can help soothe many of the concerns you may be feeling. In this blog post, plastic surgeon Dr. David Rankin of Aqua Plastic Surgery shares his recommendations of do’s and don’ts for your surgery day.
Before Your Procedure
- Do make any last-minute preparations to your recovery station (e.g., place soft pillows, blankets on your bed, buy water, have clean clothing ready to wear).
- Do shower using antibacterial soap.
- Do wear comfortable clothing, preferably loose tops that zip or button in the front.
- Do wear flat shoes.
- Do bring your ID and medical insurance with you to the surgery center.
- Do bring your prescription medication with you. Our team will go over instructions on how to take your medication before your surgery.
- Do have someone drive you to and from the surgery center.
- Do arrive to the surgery center early.
- Do not wear lotions, creams, hairspray or perfumes.
- Do not eat or drink anything after midnight.
- Do not take any medication without consulting Dr. Rankin first.
- Do not wear jewelry, nail polish, makeup, contact lenses or body piercings.
After Your Procedure
- Do drink at least eight ounces of water every two hours.
- Do have your bed or couch ready for you to rest on.
- Do rest in a comfortable position with your head and neck elevated.
- Do eat a light meal (e.g., soup).
- Do have a cold compress or bag of frozen vegetables ready to help control swelling and discomfort.
- Do not smoke or drink alcohol.
- Do not bend or lift anything heavy, including children and pets.
- Do not remove your compression garment or surgical dressings.
- Do not shower until Dr. Rankin recommends you do so.
- Do not hesitate to call our office if you have any questions or concerns.
For more plastic surgery tips, schedule an appointment with Dr. Rankin or Dr. Allyson Deziel. Please contact Aqua Plastic Surgery by calling our Jupiter office at (561) 776-2830.
How Soon Is Too Soon for a Mommy Makeover?
A mommy makeover is a great way to get your pre-pregnancy body back. When working with Aqua Plastic Surgery, you can be assured our skilled plastic surgeons will customize your treatment plan to address your unique aesthetic needs and goals. Before recommending mommy makeover, Dr. David Rankin and Dr. Allyson Deziel will also discuss the timing of your treatment. Having surgery too soon could compromise your results. In this blog post, Dr. Rankin discusses when could be too soon for mommy makeover.
The Timing of Your Mommy Makeover
Dr. Rankin recommends undergoing mommy makeover only after you are done having biological children. Future weight gain via pregnancy and breastfeeding can stretch out abdominal skin previously tightened by tummy tuck and can cause loose skin or fat to reappear on breasts that were treated by breast augmentation or breast lift.
Additionally, you should be fully recovered from childbirth before undergoing mommy makeover. Six months post-pregnancy is the standard timeline for most patients, but yours will depend on your own healing progress. If you are breastfeeding, you will also need to wait until you are done weaning your baby. Prior to undergoing mommy makeover, your weight should be stabilized and you must be in good physical health.
Keep in mind that a mommy makeover requires several weeks to recover from. During your recovery, your energy and mobility will be limited. Household chores like cooking, doing laundry and washing dishes will be off-limits. Simple tasks such as bending or lifting objects and children will also need to be avoided. For these reasons, you should schedule mommy makeover when a loved one is available to look after your children or help with errands and chores. Doing so can help ensure you recover safely and quickly.
What Can Mommy Makeover Accomplish?
As mentioned before, mommy makeover will be customized to fit your specific concerns and desired outcome. Your mommy makeover can include the following:
- Tummy tuck to remove and tighten excess, loose skin and repair damaged or weakened abdominal muscles
- Liposuction to eliminate stubborn fat deposits on the abdomen, back, flanks, breasts, buttocks, thighs and arms
- Breast lift to reshape and raise sagging breasts
- Breast augmentation or breast reduction to restore a proportionate and attractive appearance to deflated or shapeless breasts
To discuss your mommy makeover needs, schedule a consultation with Dr. Rankin or Dr. Deziel or call our Jupiter office at (561) 776-2830.
Common Myths about Breast Sag
As a highly sought after breast surgeon, Dr. David Rankin of Aqua Plastic Surgery knows there are many misconceptions regarding breasts, including what causes and cures breast sag. In this blog post, he shares the truth about common myths about breast sag and discusses a proven solution for saggy breasts.
Myth #1: Only large breasts are prone to sagging.
Breasts of all shapes and sizes are subject to gravity and breast sag. All breasts lose their firm, elastic quality (some faster than others) and begin to wrinkle and droop over time. Additionally, factors such as genetics and smoking can lead to breast sag, regardless of breast size.
Myth #2: Breastfeeding causes breast sag.
A study published in the Aesthetic Surgery Journal debunks this myth. The study concluded that there is no evidence that breastfeeding causes breasts to sag. Instead, weight fluctuations during and after pregnancy can cause ligaments to stretch and breast tissue to loosen, leading to breast sag.
Myth #3: Topical creams and pills can help improve breast sag.
There are plenty of creams and pills in the marketplace that promise perkier, beautiful breasts, but there is little to no proof of results. In fact, many of these supplements can interact with your prescription drugs negatively and have dangerous side effects.
Myth #4: There is no way I can improve breast sag.
On the opposite end of the spectrum, many women believe breast sag is a part of the aging process and nothing can be done to prevent it. In reality, you can do many things to help preserve the perkiness of your breasts. Protecting your breast skin from the sun, eating healthy and not smoking will all help.
But the only proven way to turn drooping breasts into perky, youthful-looking ones is through breast lift surgery. Breast lift is a popular breast enhancement procedure that reshapes and repositions the breasts for a youthful, more attractive appearance. The procedure removes excess, loose skin, reshapes tissue and lifts the breasts to a higher, more youthful position on the chest wall. The procedure can also be combined with breast augmentation for fuller, perkier breasts.
To find out if you are a suitable candidate for breast lift or breast augmentation, schedule an appointment with Dr. Rankin or Dr. Allyson Deziel. You can also call our Jupiter office at (561) 776-2830 to talk to a member of our team.
Can You Benefit from Vaginal Rejuvenation?
According to sources, vaginal rejuvenation procedures are on the rise. Vaginal rejuvenation is a surgery that can include vaginoplasty (tightening of the inner walls of the vagina), labiaplasty (reshaping and resizing the labia) or both. If you are considering vaginal rejuvenation but are unsure if it’s right for you, the team at Aqua Plastic Surgery recommends you ask yourself the following questions:
Do You Suffer from Stress Urinary Incontinence?
Stress urinary incontinence occurs when the bladder leaks urine during physical activity or exertion (e.g., coughing or sneezing). The condition is most common among women who have had more than one vaginal pregnancy. Stretching of the vagina during pregnancy can cause laxity that loosens the frontal wall of the vagina that separates it from the urethra and bladder, which in turn can lead to incontinence. By tightening the interior walls of the vagina through vaginoplasty, women often experience relief in SUI symptoms.
Do You Experience Discomfort in Your Vaginal Area During Exercise?
Oversized, elongated or asymmetrical labia can cause physical discomfort, especially during exercise. The labia may rub uncomfortably against tight-fitting clothing, causing painful chafing or irritation. Labiaplasty removes excess labial tissue, alleviating physical pain and discomfort. As a result, many vaginal rejuvenation patients often report feeling more comfortable when running, bicycling or playing sports.
Are You Self-Conscious When Wearing a Bikini Bottom or Leggings?
Bikini bottoms, leggings or yoga pants can accentuate an overly large or unusually shaped labia, calling unwanted attention to a woman’s most intimate area. If you are self-conscious about your labia’s appearance, or if you avoid wearing tight clothing, labiaplasty can help. Following labiaplasty, patients often experience a boost in self-confidence. Not to mention, their wardrobe options expand as they no longer feel the need to avoid form-fitting clothing!
Is Sex Unenjoyable Because of the Look and Feel of Your Labia?
Excess labia skin can cause physical discomfort during sex, while an unusually shaped labia can make a woman so self-conscious that she may avoid having sex altogether. By improving the size and shape of the labia, sex can become more pleasurable physically, and more desirable psychologically.
Schedule a Consultation
The only way to determine your candidacy for vaginal rejuvenation is by scheduling a personal consultation with a trained professional. To learn more about vaginal rejuvenation with Aqua Plastic Surgery, please schedule a one-on-one consultation or call our Jupiter office at (561) 776-2830.
The Latest Trends in Plastic Surgery
Plastic surgery is a growing industry, with more people seeking professional help to enhance their appearance. The latest statistics from the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS), the world’s largest organization of board certified plastic surgeons, show a general increase in plastic surgery interest and reveal some interesting trends. In this blog post, Dr. David Rankin breaks down these statistics.
Non-Surgical Treatments are Outpacing Surgical Treatments
A whopping 15.9 million cosmetic procedures were performed in 2015, a 2 percent increase from the previous year. Even more impressive, non-surgical treatments accounted for 14.2 million of those procedures. While traditional cosmetic procedures like liposuction and facelift continue to offer great results, more people are opting for alternatives like CoolSculpting and Botox, which don’t require surgery or extensive downtime.
The top five minimally invasive procedures in 2015 were:
- Botox
- Soft tissue fillers
- Chemical peels
- Laser hair removal
- Microdermabrasion
The top five surgical procedures were:
Lifts Are on the Rise
The report from ASPS also revealed there was considerable growth in surgical lift procedures, which are body contouring surgeries that remove excess skin on the body for a smoother, more attractive contour. The following procedures showed the most considerable growth in 2015:
- Upper arm lifts up 4,959% since 2000
- Lower body lifts up 3,937% since 2000
- Buttocks lifts up 252% since 2000
- Breast lifts up 89% since 2000
More People are Getting Behind Butt Enhancement
Butt enhancement procedures were the fastest growing type of cosmetic surgery in 2015. In fact, there was a buttocks procedure every 30 minutes of every day, on average! The top buttocks procedures were:
- Brazilian butt lift / butt augmentation with fat grafting (14,705 procedures)
- Butt lift (4,767 procedures)
- Butt implants (2,540 procedures)
More Men are Getting Breast Reduction
Men accounted for more than 40% of all breast reduction patients in 2015. More than 27,000 men underwent male breast reduction to correct their enlarged breast tissue (a condition medically known as gynecomastia). The number reflects a 5 percent increase over the previous year and a 35 percent increase since 2000.
What are Your Cosmetic Needs?
If you have been contemplating pursuing cosmetic enhancement, either surgical or non-surgical, Dr. Rankin and Dr. Deziel would like to help. The plastic surgeons are glad to meet with you one-on-one to discuss your concerns. To schedule an appointment, please call our Jupiter office at (561) 776-2830.
New Year's Resolution to Slim Down? How We Can Help
If you are one of the many men and women who hope to slim down this year, exercise and a healthy diet are likely to be two of your New Year resolutions. But while working out and eating right are key to losing weight, they are sometimes not enough to achieve a trim and toned figure. Often times people who lose weight (especially in a short amount of time) are left with excess, loose skin that no longer contracts over their smaller figure. Other people are left with small, bulging pockets of fat around the body even after dieting and exercising.
Fortunately, there is help. Dr. David Rankin is a board-certified and experienced plastic surgeon who has helped many people achieve the trimmed and toned physique they have always desired. He offers several body contouring procedures designed to eliminate small deposits of fat and excess skin. Here, we discuss some of the most commonly requested procedures for a slimmer physique.
For Toned Tummy
Are you hoping to say goodbye to pesky love handles or a muffin top this year? Tummy tuck surgery eliminates excess skin from the abdomen and, if necessary, repairs weakened abdominal muscles. The result is a flatter abdomen and slimmer figure.
For a more sculpted middle or lower body area, Dr. Rankin offers body lift. Body lift is a personalized treatment that can get rid of excess folds of skin on several areas of the body, including the arms, breasts, abdomen, buttocks, hips and/or thighs. The procedure is a popular choice among weight loss patients because it makes exercising easier, as it removes heavy folds of skin left by weight loss.
For a Masculine Chest
Have you spent years avoiding the beach or pool because of the appearance of “man boobs?” Enlarged breast tissue (gynecomastia) affects approximately 40 to 60% of men and can occur as a result of hormone changes, obesity and other factors. For these men, Dr. Rankin can perform male breast reduction surgery. The procedure eliminates excess breast tissue, fat and skin to create a flatter, more masculine-looking chest.
For Stubborn Fat
If you are bothered by bulging fat around the body, liposuction can help. The procedure removes small deposits of fat that are hard to get rid of through just exercise and diet. If you are not ready to undergo surgery, Dr. Rankin offers CoolSculpting, an innovative fat freezing technology that produces the same effective results as liposuction. CoolSculpting removes unwanted fat cells safely and requires no downtime; patients can enjoy their slimmer physique almost instantly! Both liposuction and CoolSculpting can be used to treat the upper arms, thighs, abdomen and buttocks.
Start the year looking and feeling fabulous. For more information on any of the body contouring procedures performed at Aqua Plastic Surgery, schedule a personal consultation. You can also call our Jupiter, FL, office at (561) 776-2830 .