America Spends Over 12 Billion a Year On Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Cosmetic Procedures | Surgical | Non Surgical | Newport Beach CAIf the popularity of cosmetic surgery in Newport Beach, Orange County, CA is anything to go by, it comes as no surprise that America spends over 12 billion dollars a year on aesthetic plastic surgery. Renowned plastic surgeon, Dr. Hisham Seify, of Newport Plastic, confirms that there has been a spurt in the cases coming to him for plastic surgery in the Newport Beach area, particularly as procedures like buttock augmentation become more popular. The latest report from The American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS) indicates that men and women across the country continue to spend billions each year on improving their looks and streamlining their body contours, in a trend that we saw last year as well. Their data indicates that 10 million cosmetic surgery and non-surgical procedures were performed last year. The highest volume growth year-on-year between 2014 and 2013 was for buttock augmentation which grew a whopping 86%. Labiaplasty too, had many more takers with a rise of 49%. Non-surgical fat reduction was the third big gainer with 42% more procedures in 2014. Meanwhile, some traditionally more popular treatments remain in the top 5 but saw a slight drop in numbers. These include injectables which dropped 6.5%, photorejuvenation which went down 18.9%, breast augmentation too dipped 8.5% and ear surgery 12.3%.

Top cosmetic surgery procedures in 2014

The top cosmetic surgery procedures in volume terms is indicated below.
  1. Liposuction
  2. Breast Augmentation
  3. Eyelid Surgery
  4. Tummy Tuck
  5. Nose Surgery
Liposuction ruled the roost with a staggering 342,494 procedures conducted to help men and women streamline their bodies. Tummy tucks were conducted 164,021 times. Breast Augmentation saw a dip in volume terms over the previous year, but stayed strong at 286,694 procedures. Eyelid Surgery had many takers and data indicates 165,714 procedures were conducted in 2014. The 5th most popular cosmetic surgery procedure was the nose job or nose surgery, with plastic surgeons conducting 145,909 procedures.

Top non-surgical procedures in 2014

Quick and easy aesthetic enhancements continue to grow in popularity, with these procedures lining up at the top.
  1. Botulinum Toxin
  2. Hyaluronic Acid
  3. Hair Removal
  4. Chemical Peel
  5. Microdermabrasion
Botulinum Toxin was most popular with nearly 3.59 million procedures in 2014, making it the most commonly requested aesthetic plastic surgery (both surgical and non-surgical) for the year. Hyaluronic Acid saw less than half that volume, but was a sizeable 1.69 million. Hair removal, Chemical peels and Microdermabrasion make up the rest of the top 5, with 828,480 procedures, 484,053 procedures and 417,034 procedures respectively.

Men join the plastic surgery club

ASAPS data going back to 1997, shows a huge change in the number of men coming in for cosmetic surgery. This year’s figures indicate a growth of 273% over the original numbers. As per the report, between 2013 and 2014 alone, the number of men getting surgical as well as non-surgical cosmetic procedures grew by 43%. As society adapts and grows, men too, have realized the importance of grooming and retaining a youthful appearance. It is no longer taboo for a man to be concerned about aesthetics, and more and more men are approaching good cosmetic surgeons like Dr. Hisham Seify in Newport Beach, Orange County, CA and beyond.

Plastic surgery procedures popular with American men

As men begin to open up to the idea of using plastic surgery to improve their physique and aesthetics, male breast reduction has grown in popularity with an increase of 33% over 2013. Blepharoplasty has seen a growth of 34% over 2013, and the number of facelifts is up 44%. Less invasive non-surgical procedures and visit to a day Med-Spa, are becoming more common. Botox usage among men is up 84%, Hyaluronic Acid procedures have grown 94%, non-surgical skin tightening by 37% and Intense Pulsed Light cosmetic procedures by 44%. See more procedures and treatments by plastic surgeon Dr. Hisham Seify in Newport Beach | Orange County

Cosmetic Surgery in Newport Beach | Orange CountyThe popularity of a number of cosmetic surgery procedures of the breast, body, and face has grown significantly over years. Advanced surgical techniques and innovative technologies have made plastic surgery safer and more effective. Board certified plastic surgeon, Dr. Hisham Seify, provides some of the latest and most effective aesthetic procedures to patients in Newport Beach, Orange County, CA and surrounding communities.

Dr. Seify’s Accomplishments

Dr. Hisham Seify is a well-regarded cosmetic surgeon with cutting-edge expertise and knowledge in a variety of reconstructive, aesthetic and plastic surgery procedures. Apart from his private practice that provides state of the art surgical solutions to patients in Newport Beach, Orange County, CA and other areas, Dr. Seify also serves the communities in several other capacities. He is a UCLA Assistant Clinical Professor and a UCI Assistant Clinical Professor (WOS). Dr. Seify is an active member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS) as well as a Fellow of the prestigious American College of Surgeons. He won the coveted Sherrell Aston Award from the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery. Other awards and honors received by him include the Patients’ Choice Award 2012, the Top Doctor USA award by Castle Connoly Medical Ltd., and the Orange County Physician of Excellence award by the Orange County Medical Association.

Cosmetic Surgery Procedures

Every woman and man aspires to have a healthy, toned, and youthful looking physical appearance. A number of cosmetic surgery procedures of the body, breast, and face are available to help an individual achieve their personal aesthetic goals. Body Some of the major body contouring procedures designed to provide a shapely, attractive figure provided by Dr. Seify include the following:
  • Liposuction
  • Tummy Tuck
  • Mini Tummy Tuck
  • Mommy Makeover
  • Post Bariatric
  • Velashape
Liposuction is a popular surgery to reduce excess fat deposits from targeted areas of the body, and provide a smoother and firmer contour. Tummy tuck procedure is designed to reduce excess fat and skin from the abdominal area to provide a flatter and firmer abdomen. Post bariatric surgery is a weight loss surgical procedure to enable overweight and obese people reduce body weight to a more normal level. Mommy makeovers can help a mother regain her pre-pregnancy figure after childbirth and breastfeeding. Breast Newport Plastic is equipped to provide state of the art breast surgery procedures to enhance the aesthetic appearance of the breasts and overall personality. Some of the important breast surgeries provided by Dr. Seify include the following:
  • Breast augmentation (augmentation mammaplasty)
  • Breast lift (mastopexy)
  • Breast Implant Exchange
  • Breast reduction (reduction mammaplasty)
  • Breast reconstruction
  • Breast Revision
  • Male breast reduction for gynecomastia
Face Some of the major facial cosmetic surgery procedures available at Newport Plastic include:
  • Face Lift
  • Face and Neck Lift
  • Face Lift Revision
  • Cheek Lift (Mid-Face Lift)
  • Brow Lift
  • Eyelid Surgery
  • Ear Surgery
  • Rhinoplasty
  • Chin Implants
  • Micro Fat Grafting
Facial cosmetic surgeries can help reduce the conspicuous signs of aging from the face, improve the shape and size of nose, ears and chin, and make the facial contours smoother and firmer. See more procedures and treatments by plastic surgeon Dr. Hisham Seify in Newport Beach | Orange County
Mommy makeover is a major plastic surgery, usually involving multiple procedures. Therefore, the recovery process can take several days. The initial recovery period for this cosmetic surgery may range between two and three weeks, depending on a particular patient’s ability to heal and other factors. As an experienced plastic surgeon, Dr. Hisham Seify discusses the recovery period with his patients in Newport Beach, Orange County, CA, and surrounding communities during the initial consultation.

Overall Recovery Process

The cosmetic surgeon will advise the patient to remain confined at home for the first 10 to 14 days, depending on how fast the healing occurs. Mild to moderate bruising and swelling should be expected during this period, which will subside to a large extent by the end of the third week. However, the complete resolution of swelling may take several months. Patients should follow the surgeon’s guidelines for a safer and faster recovery. The plastic surgeon will also discuss the possible scarring with patient. For the first two months, the scars will appear red as the healing process occurs. Over the next several weeks, the redness of the scars will reduce and they will appear progressively thinner. Complete scar maturation may take more than a year.

Taking Care of the Kids

The patient should preferably have someone available to look after little kids at least for the first two to three weeks. The patient should avoid lifting the baby or any other significant weights in this period. If a family member is not available to take care of the children, the patient may consider hiring a temporary nanny or a babysitter.

Household Chores

For the first three to five days after the cosmetic surgery, the patient should avoid doing any significant home tasks. The patient will tire very quickly during this period, so she should be mentally prepared for this. Elbows should be kept closer to the body, and movements above shoulder level should be avoided as that can irritate the breast muscles. Activities such as laundry and vacuum should be avoided for at least one month because these will involve bending at the waist or twisting the abdomen.

Office Job

The progress for each patient will differ in mommy makeover plastic surgery. On average, it may take about three months to recover full strength and energy levels. For office jobs that involve sitting, the patient can expect to be back to work within two weeks. However, if the job involves considerably physical movements and strain, it may take about a month to return to work.

Driving

Most patients will be able to begin driving in about a week to 10 days when they feel their reflexes and overall strength are adequate. However, if the patient is taking pain medications that can induce sleep, driving should be avoided.

Exercise and Fitness

The simple rule to follow is that if there is pain, the exercise must be stopped. Most patients can begin walking within a few hours after the surgery. Exercises such as brisk walking and using stationary bike can be started within a week. See more procedures and treatments by plastic surgeon Dr. Hisham Seify in Newport Beach | Orange County
Mommy Makeover Orange County | Newport BeachMommy makeover is a comprehensive plastic surgery procedure aimed at restoring the pre-pregnancy figure for a mother. As this cosmetic surgery can involve multiple procedures and is highly customizable, many new patients will have several queries and concerns about it. Dr. Hisham Seify, a board certified plastic surgeon, will address the patient’s queries in detail during the initial consultation. Patients in Newport Beach, Orange County, CA and other areas have an opportunity to receive this procedure from him. Here is a set of frequently asked questions that should help new patients get answers to some of the basic issues related to a mommy makeover.

Who is a suitable candidate for a mommy makeover?

The cosmetic surgeon will evaluate the key areas of the body that may need surgical improvement, and assess other factors such as the patient’s general health, previous surgeries if any, and her personal aesthetic goals. Patients with a fair amount of skin elasticity will usually achieve the best outcomes with a mommy makeover procedure.

Why is a mommy makeover better than having the procedures one at a time?

In case of a mommy makeover plastic surgery, it becomes possible for a surgeon to create a comprehensive and cohesive treatment plan for best outcomes in a most conservative manner. Secondly, the patient is required to undergo the typical risks, pain and discomfort associated with a cosmetic surgery procedure only once. In individual procedures, general anesthesia will be required separately each time. Separate recovery periods will be involved, where as in a mommy makeover, multiple procedures will entail a single recovery period.

What is the right age for a mommy makeover?

It primarily depends on an individual patient when they would like to go through a mommy makeover. A plastic surgeon would usually recommend mothers in their twenties and thirties to opt for this surgery if they are keen for it. In these age groups, the skin is fairly elastic and the body resilience is very high for multiple procedures and quicker recovery.

How much time should a woman wait after childbirth to go for this procedure?

Dr. Seify would recommend this procedure to his patients in Newport Beach, Orange County, CA, and nearby locations only once their body is back to normal after childbirth. Once the body weight has stabilized and breastfeeding has stopped, the patient is usually in a position to undergo a mommy makeover. It may take about four to five months before a mom’s body returns to normal, with the exception of breastfeeding.

What is the average duration of a mommy makeover surgery?

The average duration of a mommy makeover procedure will depend on the number and extent of surgeries involved. For instance, if the patient needs to undergo breast augmentation, breast lift and tummy tuck together, the procedure may take about four to five hours in the operating room.

What is the estimated recovery period?

Recovery process may vary from one patient to another based on several factors. However, most patients will be ready to go back to a desk job within 10 to 14 days. Strenuous activities, heavy lifting, and vigorous exercises should be avoided for at least four to six weeks. This can include lifting heavy grocery bags or relocating your couch in the living room to more desirable location, for example.
Plastic Surgery in Newport Beach | Orange CountyNewport Plastic is a leading plastic surgery practice for patients in Newport Beach, Orange County, CA, and surrounding areas. Led by board certified plastic surgeon, Dr. Hisham Seify, the practice provides a wide range of safe, proven, and effective reconstructive and cosmetic surgery procedures.

About Dr. Seify

Dr. Hisham Seify is a highly skilled and experienced cosmetic surgeon with a string of top qualifications and achievements behind him. In addition to his plastic surgery practice, Dr. Seify also serves as the UCLA Assistant Clinical Professor and the UCI Assistant Clinical Professor (WOS). He is a member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons and a fellow of the American College of Surgeons. He is the recipient of the prestigious Sherrell Aston Award from the ASAPS and the Patients’ Choice Award 2012. Other honors received by him include the Top Doctor USA award from Castle Connoly Medical Ltd. and the Orange County Physician of Excellence from the Orange County Medical Association.

Plastic Surgery Procedures

Newport Plastic provides state of the art plastic and cosmetic surgery procedures for the breast, body, and face to patients in Newport Beach, Orange County, CA, and nearby areas. Body Some of the key ‘body contouring’ procedures provided by Dr. Seify include the following:
  • Liposuction
  • Tummy Tuck
  • Mini Tummy Tuck
  • Mommy Makeover
  • Post Bariatric
  • Velashape
Body contouring procedures are an effective way to improve the condition of sagging skin, excess fat deposits or weak underlying tissue in areas such as the thighs, buttocks, upper arms, groin, breasts, and the abdomen. Body contouring surgeries can help tighten and firm up the areas by removal of excess skin and also improve the tone of the underlying tissue. The appearance of cellulite or dimpled, uneven skin can also be improved with such procedures. Breast Newport Plastic provides advanced and effective breast surgery procedures, which include the following:
  •       Breast augmentation (augmentation mammaplasty)
  •       Breast lift (mastopexy)
  •       Breast Implant replacement
  •       Breast reduction (reduction mammaplasty)
  •       Breast reconstruction
  •       Breast revision
  •       Male breast reduction for gynecomastia
Breast size or shape may be adversely affected following a pregnancy, breastfeeding, hormonal imbalances, weight fluctuations, hereditary factors or aging. These conditions can be corrected effectively with breast surgery procedures. Dr. Seify has received the best of training in plastic surgery procedures for the breasts. He performs breast surgeries to increase the size of smaller breasts, reduce oversized breasts to a normal size, lift drooping breasts, reconstruct breasts following a mastectomy, resize and reposition nipples and areolas, and make the breasts more symmetrical in size and shape. Face Some of the key face surgery procedures provided at Newport Plastic will include the following:
  • Face Lift
  • Face and Neck Lift
  • Face Lift Revision
  • Cheek Lift (Mid-Face Lift)
  • Brow Lift
  • Eyelid Surgery
  • Ear Surgery
  • Rhinoplasty
  • Chin Implants
  • Micro Fat Grafting
These procedures are designed to reduce the signs of aging from the face, improve facial balance and make the face appear more aesthetically attractive and well-proportioned.   See more procedures and treatments by plastic surgeon Dr. Hisham Seify in Newport Beach | Orange County
Plastic Surgeon in Newport Beach | Orange CountyBoard certified plastic surgeon, Dr. Hisham Seify, is one of the eminent experts in a range of aesthetic and reconstructive plastic surgery procedures. He provides state of the art treatments to his patients in Newport Beach, Orange County, CA, and surrounding communities. A large number of highly satisfied patients are an eloquent testimony to Dr. Seify’s dedication and commitment to the field of cosmetic surgery.

Education and Training

Dr. Hisham Seify has a total of nearly 13 years of post-graduate training behind him. He received training in general and plastic surgery abroad before coming to the United States in 1998 to complete his degree in Doctor of Science at Emory University. At this university, he received the opportunity to train in Endoscopic Plastic Surgery with the late Dr. John Bostwick, a renowned cosmetic surgeon. Dr. Seify worked on several clinical and basic science projects involving latest techniques in the applications of Endoscopic Plastic Surgery. His findings were presented at national seminars and published in prestigious peer reviewed journals. This research became the foundation for his Ph.D. thesis in 2000. Following this, he pursued training in general surgery and plastic surgery at Emory University. During this period, he also served as the Administrative Chief Resident in Plastic Surgery. He took specialty training in Oculoplastic Surgery with Dr. Clinton McCord at Paces Plastic Surgery in Atlanta.

Accomplishments

Dr. Seify is a Fellow of the prestigious American College of Surgeons and an active member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS). He employs his wide exposure and experience in new surgical techniques to provide highest quality cosmetic surgery procedure to his patients in Newport Beach, Orange County, CA, and other areas. His Orange County Practice in collaboration with Emory University has been inviting international guest plastic surgeons for both training and research since 2007. Dr. Seify has published a number of scientific articles and has contributed chapters to medical textbooks related to the subjects of plastic surgery. He has delivered lectures and presented scientific papers both in the US and abroad. He receives invitations as a visiting professor to various hospitals internationally to perform surgeries on civilians as well as veterans. Dr. Seify is currently the president of the worldwide American Cancer network designed to help children and adults with cancer. He is also a board member of several health care organizations, such as the United Doctors of California, and Future care. He continues to be involved with various community healthcare projects from time to time.

Awards and Positions

Dr. Seify is the 2007 recipient of the prestigious Sherrell J. Aston Award from the American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery. In addition to his practice as a cosmetic surgeon, Dr. Seify also currently serves as an Assistant Clinical Professor at the UCLA School of Medicine and a Clinical Assistant Professor at the University of California at Irvine (UCI medical Center). He is affiliated with leading hospitals in Orange County, which include Hoag, Saddleback, and Fountain Valley Hospitals. He is the recipient of several awards, including the Patients’ Choice Award 2012, the Top Doctor USA award by Castle Connoly Medical Ltd., and the Orange County Physician of Excellence award by the Orange County Medical Association. See more procedures and treatments by plastic surgeon Dr. Hisham Seify in Newport Beach | Orange County
Plastic Surgeon | Cosmetic Surgery Hisham Seify MDHisham Seify MD, PhD, FACS is a leading plastic, reconstructive and cosmetic surgeon certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery. He provides safe, proven and effective procedures through his state of the art practice called the Newport Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Associates. Dr. Seify receives patients for various cosmetic surgery treatments from Newport Beach, Orange County, CA, and other areas in Southern California.

Academic Background

With almost 13 years of post-graduate training behind him, Dr. Seify has the cutting-edge expertise to provide advanced plastic surgery solutions to his patients. He was trained as a general and plastic surgeon abroad before he came to the US in 1998 to pursue his Doctor of Science degree at the Emory University. He trained with the eminent surgeon, late Dr. John Bostwick, as a part of his training in Endoscopic Plastic Surgery at the university. Dr. Seify was involved with various basic science as well as clinical projects to apply the innovative techniques of Endoscopic Plastic Surgery. He shared his ideas and experiences at various seminars in the country as well as published them in a number of peer reviewed scientific journals. The research that he conducted during this time became the basis for his Ph.D. thesis, which he successfully defended in 2000. With this academic accomplishment behind him, Dr. Seify went on to pursue training in general and plastic surgery at the Emory University. He served as the Administrative Chief Resident in Plastic Surgery at the university during this period. Dr. Seify’s academic accomplishments also include specialized training in Oculoplastic Surgery with Dr. Clinton McCord at Paces Plastic Surgery in Atlanta.

Career Achievements

Dr. Seify is a member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS) as well as a Fellow of the prestigious American College of Surgeons. He constantly keeps himself updated with the latest innovations and developments in the arena of cosmetic surgery with an aim to deliver greater benefits to his patients in Newport Beach, Orange County, CA and nearby locations. Together with Emory University, Dr. Seify’s practice has been inviting cosmetic surgeons from across the world for training as well as research since 2007. Dr. Seify gives lectures and presents scientific papers in the U.S. as well as in other countries. He has published several scientific articles and contributed key chapters to various medical books on the subject of plastic surgery. He is invited as a visiting professor to hospitals globally to perform surgeries on both civilians and veterans.

Honors and Awards

Apart from his private practice as a cosmetic surgeon, Dr. Seify also serves as an Assistant Clinical Professor at the UCLA School of Medicine and a Clinical Assistant Professor at the University of California at Irvine (UCI medical Center). He received the eminent Sherrell J. Aston Award from the American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery in 2007. He has also received various other awards, including the Patients’ Choice Award 2012, the Top Doctor USA award by Castle Connoly Medical Ltd, and the Orange County Physician of Excellence award by the Orange County Medical Association. Dr. Seify is currently also the President of the worldwide American Cancer network. See more procedures and treatments by plastic surgeon Dr. Hisham Seify in Newport Beach | Orange County

Mommy Makeover Before and After Photos – Newport Beach | Orange County

Dr. Hisham Seify is a Diplomate of the American Board of Plastic Surgery, a fellow of the American College of Surgeons and a member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS). With about 13 years of post-graduate training behind him, he provides state of the art treatments including breast implants, tummy tuck and mommy makeover. Patients in Newport Beach, Orange County, CA and nearby areas have an opportunity to receive advanced cosmetic surgery procedures in a safe and professional environment at his office. In addition to his dedicated practice as a cosmetic surgeon, Dr. Seify also currently serves as an Assistant Clinical Professor at the UCLA School of Medicine as well as a Clinical Assistant Professor at the University of California at Irvine (UCI medical Center). He is affiliated with some of the leading hospitals in Orange County.

Mommy Makeover: An Overview

A mommy makeover is probably the most comprehensive procedure in cosmetic surgery to improve the overall appearance. It is, in fact, a combination of two or more procedures, and not just a single procedure. A typical mommy makeover surgery involves tummy tuck, breast augmentation, liposuction, and body lift surgery. The procedure has gained popularity in recent years among moms who wish to regain their pre-pregnancy figure with the help of plastic surgery. Pregnancy and breastfeeding can result in significant changes in the physical appearance of the mom’s body. Breastfeeding may cause the breasts to sag or lose volume, while pregnancy may lead to stretching of abdominal muscles and skin. Many moms also gain excess abdominal fat and may develop excess fat pockets in other areas such as hips, thighs, arms, and calves. Dimpled skin or cellulite problem may also commonly occur in moms following a pregnancy. All these conditions can be restored in a comprehensive manner with mommy makeover surgery. Dr. Seify provides this procedure to patients in Newport Beach, Orange County, CA and surrounding communities with very effective results. As an experienced plastic surgeon, he evaluates whether the patient is a magnificent and/or certainly an appropriate candidate for this comprehensive procedure before recommending a mommy makeover. Safety of the patient is an overriding concern in any surgical procedure, and the cosmetic surgeon will recommend multiple procedures only if the patient’s health condition allows for this treatment. Since a mommy makeover involves a combination of two or more procedures, it can be difficult for a patient to imagine or visualize how her physical appearance will change with this procedure. Patients usually have a number of queries and doubts with regard to the procedure, and an experienced surgeon will make every effort to address the patient’s concerns and only then proceed with the next steps in the process. Some patients are unsure whether a mommy makeover is the most appropriate answer to their aesthetic needs and goals following a pregnancy. One of the most effective tools available in cosmetic surgery in such situations is the before and after pictures. These are pictures of previous patients who have actually undergone a mommy makeover procedure and benefitted from it. These pictures are usually taken at different stages before and after the procedure. The full effects of various procedures under a mommy makeover may take several months to establish. Therefore, post-op pictures should include the pictures of the patient until the full effects are visible and swelling and bruising has subsided completely. In some cases, the patient may be uncertain about which plastic surgery procedures to include as a part of a mommy makeover. The procedure can be customized to suit the unique needs of a particular patient. The surgeon may show before and after pictures belonging to different past patients who may have chosen different combinations of a mommy makeover. This can give a better idea to the patient about what kind of improvements to expect when different combinations of surgeries are applied as a part of a mommy makeover. The patient is in a position to make an informed decision in this manner.

Benefits of Before and After Pictures

The first key benefit of using before and after pictures is that the patient is placed in a better position to choose a particular surgery. Patients who are looking for comprehensive results may gain clearer insights about how a mommy makeover surgery can improve their overall appearance. A right combination of procedures can be included as a part of the mommy makeover to match with the patient’s anatomy and her unique aesthetic goals. The second benefit is that the patient is able to have realistic expectations from the surgery. Before and after pictures leave no room for doubts and guesswork. With rational and realistic expectations, most patients are able to achieve a higher level of satisfaction from the results of a mommy makeover.  

Mommy Makeover Cost – Newport Beach | Orange County

mommy makeover  newport beach | Orange CountyDr. H.M. Seify is a board certified plastic surgeon in Newport Beach, CA, focusing on a wide range of reconstructive and cosmetic surgery procedures. Dr. Seify received training abroad in general and plastic surgery before he came to the U.S. in 1998 to complete his doctorate from Emory University. Patients in Newport Beach, Orange County, CA and nearby areas have an opportunity to receive state of the art treatments from him, including breast implants, tummy tuck and mommy makeover surgery. Apart from his dedicated practice as a cosmetic surgeon, Dr. Seify also currently serves as an Assistant Clinical Professor at the UCLA School of Medicine as well as a Clinical Assistant Professor at the University of California at Irvine (UCI medical Center). For comprehensive surgical procedures such as a mommy makeover, he will first evaluate the patient’s health condition, medical history and understand her unique aesthetic needs and goals before recommending the procedure.

Mommy Makeover Overview

A mommy makeover, as the name suggests, is a plastic surgery procedure designed specifically for moms who are keen regain their pre-pregnancy physical appearance and shape. It is actually a combination of two or more cosmetic surgery procedures, which may be necessary to achieve comprehensive improvement in the figure and appearance. Following a pregnancy and nursing, many women tend to gain weight or suffer from excess fat deposits and loose skin in various areas of the body. Some women may also experience deflation of breasts after breastfeeding. In such situations, the plastic surgeon may recommend a mommy makeover, which may include breast augmentation, tummy tuck, liposuction, and other procedures. Dr. Seify performs this procedure in a safe, effective and conservative manner for patients in Newport Beach, Orange County, CA and surrounding communities. The procedure is customized by the cosmetic surgeon in accordance with the patient’s anatomy, health status and unique aesthetic goals to achieve most satisfactory outcomes.

Cost of a Mommy Makeover

Since a mommy makeover is a combination of two or more procedures, the cost will typically depend on the type and extent of procedures performed. Some of the common procedures that may be a part of a mommy makeover include tummy tuck surgery, breast implants, breast lift, liposuction, and body lift surgery. As an independent procedure, the cost of each surgery will be significantly different from each other. It depends on how intricate a procedure is and what kind of skills, efforts, time, and technologies may be involved in the procedure. However, when multiple procedures are performed as a part of a mommy makeover, they may prove to be more cost effective compared to each procedure individually. The costs of anesthesia, operating room facilities and other related costs may be common or may become reduced when a combination of procedures is performed together. The surgeon will discuss the cost estimate of the procedure in advance so that the patient can make an informed decision. The surgeon may also help the patient choose the most important procedures and exclude less important ones, if required due to the patient’s budget. The extent of each individual procedure will also impact how lengthy, complicated and costly a procedure may turn out to be. For instance, a patient may need only partial tummy tuck surgery instead of a full tummy tuck. Liposuction may be required only in one area, or it may be required in several areas such as the thighs, hips, abdomen and arms. The cost will vary according to the extent of the procedure. Similarly, if breast implants are needed, the choice of implants will also make a difference to the overall costs of a mommy makeover.

Average Cost of Plastic Surgery Procedures

It is always a good idea to know the average prevailing costs of various major cosmetic surgery procedures. This can help a patient get a fair estimate of how much it will cost to choose a particular procedure as a part of a mommy makeover. According to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS) statistics for 2012, the average cost of a tummy tuck surgery on a national basis was $5,241. This cost excludes the costs of anesthesia, surgical facility costs, and any other related expenses. The ASPS cost figures for 2012 for breast augmentation surgery reveal that an average breast augmentation procedure in that year cost around $3,543. The ASPS indicated that the cost would vary depending on the choice of implants and other factors. Similarly, the average cost of a breast lift procedure in 2012 was $4,332 as per the ASPS. The average cost in case of liposuction in 2012 on a national basis turned out to be $2,852. The ASPS advised patients to consider the cost of prescription medications, post-surgical garments and accessories, anesthesia fees, and costs of medical tests separately. See more procedures and treatments by plastic surgeon Dr. Hisham Seify in Newport Beach | Orange County  

Tummy Tuck Before and After Pictures – Newport Beach | Orange County

Dr. H.M. Seify, a board certified plastic surgeon in Newport Beach, CA, provides a wide range of plastic and cosmetic surgery procedures through his practice Newport Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery. Patients in Newport Beach, Orange County, CA and surrounding communities have an opportunity to receive state of the art treatments for plastic surgery procedures such as breast augmentation, tummy tuck and mommy makeover. For his contributions as a cosmetic surgeon, Dr. Seify received the 2007 Sherrell J. Aston Award from the American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery.

Tummy Tuck Surgery

A tummy tuck surgery or abdominoplasty is aimed at creating a flatter and firmer abdominal profile with surgical removal of excess fat tissue and loose skin from the abdomen. The procedure also restores weakened of separated muscles in the abdomen, which cause it to lose its firmness. Many people suffer from excess fat deposits and loose skin around the tummy area. Sedentary lifestyles and unbalanced diet are common causes for the development of fat pockets in the abdomen. However, in many cases, stubborn fat deposits may occur in the abdomen even when an individual is not overweight or obese. This may occur following a pregnancy, aging factors, hereditary factors, substantial fluctuation in weight, or as an outcome of a previous surgery. If the fat deposits and loose skin are stubborn, they may not reduce with diet and exercise. In such cases, the plastic surgeon may recommend a tummy tuck surgery.

Consultation for Tummy Tuck

When a new patient visits a cosmetic surgeon for consultation, the patient may not be aware of the precise benefits of a particular procedure. Every procedure such as breast implants, tummy tuck and mommy makeover has a different aesthetic role to play. The surgeon will recommend the appropriate procedure depending on the patient’s anatomy, general health condition, and the patient’s unique needs and aesthetic goals. Dr. Seify addresses all the concerns of his patients in Newport Beach, Orange County, CA and nearby areas, and helps them make an appropriate decision about treatment. The surgeon will explain the potential benefits and limitations of tummy tuck surgery, and its suitability for a particular patient. Some patients may just need a partial or mini abdominoplasty, and the surgeon will explain the difference between full and partial procedures. During the consultation, the patient will also understand that tummy tuck plastic surgery is not a weight loss procedure, and it is not a substitute for a balanced diet and regular exercise. Choices between the types of incisions involved, the visibility of scarring, and general anesthesia versus IV sedation will also be discussed with the patient prior to the surgery.

Tummy Tuck (abdominoplasty) Before and After Pictures

tummy tuck before and after photos tummy tuck before and after photos
tumtuck1c

tummy tuck before and after photos

See more tummy tuck before and after photos Despite the best efforts of the plastic surgeon during a consultation, sometimes it may be difficult for the patient to visualize the benefits of tummy tuck surgery. The patient can be uncertain about the idea of signing up for a major surgery, and would like to be reasonably confident about the outcome as he or she may be expecting. In such a situation, the most effective tool that a surgeon can use are before and after pictures. These pictures will show the actual results that an average tummy tuck procedure can produce. The cosmetic surgeon will usually have a set of discreet before and after pictures of previous patients, which may be used with their prior permission. These pictures will show how a particular patient looked before the tummy tuck procedure, and how the appearance of the abdominal area transformed following the surgery. The pictures in the post-surgical phase may be taken at different stages because the complete effects of tummy tuck will be visible over a period of several weeks or months as the swelling and bruising subsides.

Advantages of Before and After Images

A key advantage of showing before and after images to the patient is that it can help the patient make an appropriate and informed decision about the tummy tuck procedure. The patient may also be in a position to choose between full and partial abdominoplasty based on the pictures. The pictures may be compared with other procedures such as liposuction so that the patient can visualize clearly about the most effective procedure in his or her particular case. Many surgeons maintain a set of such pictures online on their website to allow easy access to patients. The other advantage with before and after pictures of tummy tuck is that the patient is able to form realistic and rational expectations about the procedure. After seeing the pictures, there is no scope to misunderstand the potential outcome of a tummy tuck. When the patient has realistic expectations from the procedure, it will always help achieve higher satisfaction levels from the outcome. Therefore, before and after pictures can play an important role in the overall success of a tummy tuck surgery. See more procedures and treatments by plastic surgeon Dr. Hisham Seify in Newport Beach | Orange County  
Liposuction | Body Contouring| Tumescent Liposuction| Liposuction Surgery| Fat Removal| Vaser Liposuction| Liposuction Cost| Cosmetic Surgery| Laser Liposuction| Liposuction Laser| Plastic Surgery| Liposculpture| Liposuction Procedures| Lipoplasty | Mini Tummy Tuck| Abdominoplasty| Lower Abdomen| Mini Tummy Tuck Consultation| Cosmetic Surgery| C-section Scar Revision| Mini Tummy Tuck Cost| Body Contouring| Umbilical Hernia Repair| Mini Tummy Tuck Candidate| Excess Skin Removal| Mini Tummy Tuck Results| Muscle Tightening | Post Bariartic Surgery| Stretch Mark Removal| Reconstruction Surgery| Body Transformation| Post Bariatric Reconstruction Surgery| Cosmetic Surgery| Body Lift| Combination Procedures| Arm Lift| Restoring Pre-Pregnancy Figure | Smart Lipo | SLaser Liposuction | SLaser-Assisted Liposuction | SSmart Lipo Procedure | SBody Contouring | STargeted Fat Reduction | SSmart Lipo Surgery | SFat Removal | SSkin Tightening | SSmart Lipo Cost | SMinimally Invasive Procedure | SSmart Liposuction | SPrecision Body Sculpting | Tummy Tuck | Tummy Tuck Surgery | Abdominoplasty | Tummy Tuck Cost | Breast Augmentation | Cosmetic Surgery | Breast Enhancement Surgery | Breast Enlargement | Breast Augmentation Procedure | Implant Options | Breast Augmentation Cost | Breast Enhancement | Breast Implants | Explant Surgery | Implant Deflation | Breast Implants Removal | Breast Implant Extraction | Implant Rupture | Breast Implant Removal Surgery | Implant Removal Procedure | Breast Explantation | Capsulectomy | Breast Implants Removal Surgery | Breast Revision Surgery | Breast Lift | Sagging Breasts | Breast Reshaping | Breast Lift Surgery | Breast Ptosis | Breast Positioning | Breast Lift Cost | Nipple Repositioning | Breast Lift Procedures | Breast Firming | Mastopexy | Breast Contouring | Breast Reconstruction | Mastectomy | Nipple Reconstruction | Breast Reconstruction Surgery | Tissue Expander | Breast Reconstruction Treatment | Implant Reconstruction | Breast Reconstruction Cost | Autologous Reconstruction | Breast Cancer Reconstruction | Flap Reconstruction | Breast Reduction | Reduction Mammaplasty | Breast Reduction Surgery | Large Breast Reduction | Breast Reduction Procedure | Breast Hypertrophy | Breast Reduction Surgery Cost | Breast Size Reduction | Breast Reduction Price | Breast Revision | Implant Replacement | Breast Revision Surgery | Capsular Contracture | Breast Revision Surgery Cost | Implant Malposition | Breast Implant Revision | Implant Rupture | Corrective Breast Surgery | Gynecomastia | Male Breast Reduction | Male Breast Reduction Surgery | Male Breast Reduction Cost | Enlarged Male Breasts | Face Lift | Facial Rejuvenation | Deep Plane Lift | Face Lift Surgery | Facial Aging | Mini Face Lift | Face Lift Procedures | Sagging Skin | Mid Face Lift | Facelift Cost | Wrinkle Reduction | Rhytidectomy | Facelift Techniques | Brow Lift | Brow Ptosis | Brow Lift Techniques | Brow Lift Surgery | Sagging Eyebrows | Endoscopic Brow Lift | Brow Lift Procedures | Forehead Wrinkles | Direct Brow Lift | Brow Lift Cost | Eyebrow Positioning | Temporal Brow Lift | Eyebrow Lift Surgery | Upper Face Rejuvenation | Neck Lift | Neck Contouring | Neck Lift Surgery | Neck Rejuvenation | Neck Lift Surgery Cost | Neck Lift Surgery Procedures | Cervicoplasty | Chin Implants | Plastic surgery | Facial implants | Chin implant types | Chin Implant Surgery | Cosmetic procedure | Chin reshaping | Chin implant benefits | Chin Implant Cost | Chin augmentation | Facial symmetry | Chin implant consultation | Chin Implant Procedure | Facial harmony | Chin augmentation surgery | Chin implant candidates | Facial contouring | Jawline enhancement | Facial aesthetics | Ear Surgery | Ear pinning | Earlobe repair | Otoplasty Surgery | Cosmetic surgery | Ear surgery procedure | Otoplasty Procedure | Ear correction | Ear surgery benefits | Ear Surgery Cost | Prominent ears | Ear surgery risks | Ear Surgery Price | Ear reshaping | Ear surgery recovery | Eyelid Surgery | Cosmetic surgery | Eyelid surgery procedure | Eyelid Surgery Cost | Eyelid rejuvenation | Eyelid surgery benefits | Blepharoplasty | Eyelid lift | Eyelid surgery risks | Upper Eyelid Surgery | Upper eyelid surgery | Lower Eyelid Surgery | Lower eyelid surgery | Anti-aging Treatment | Holistic wellness | Anti-aging Treatment Cost | Preventive healthcare | Anti-aging | Regenerative medicine | Integrative medicine | Longevity | Age management | Anti-aging consultations | Hair Transplantation | Hair Transplantation Procedure | Hair Transplantation Cost | Hair transplant consultation | Hair transplant before and after
NewportPlastic