Plastic surgery which is used for cosmetic reasons, involves repairing or reconstructing parts of the body by the transfer or alteration of tissue. Cosmetic surgery as it is sometimes called should only be resorted to when all other alternatives have been explored and have failed to produce the required results. This is because some people are not fit enough to undergo cosmetic surgery. In some other cases, the patient might be faced with minor problems which can be solved by a non-surgical means, without going through the mental and physical stress that is typical of a surgery.
There are invasive and non-invasive procedures which one can consider a good alternative to plastic surgery. However, it is always advisable to see a qualified doctor (aesthetician) to consult with him. For people who would heed to my advice of making plastic surgery the last choice, here are some important facts to know:
8 Botox Cosmetic is a good alternative to plastic surgery for people with wrinkles. Botox Cosmetic is the popular trade name of a drug prepared from Botulin which is used aesthetically to remove wrinkles by temporarily paralysing or relaxing the facial muscles. Wrinkles are formed when some muscles contract, relax or move and this movement which mirrors emotions in turn causes the overlying skin to crease responsively.
9 According to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons in 2007, Botox Cosmetic was the most commonly used procedure for cosmetic operations, with procedures in the United States numbering up to 4.6million. Botox Cosmetic is also approved by the Food and Drug Administration in the United States. Botox has increasingly gained popularity over the years in the treatment of wrinkles as a result of its efficacy.
10 The administration of Botox Cosmetic involves the injection of Botox into the muscles that cause wrinkles and then the muscles relax. This consequently leads to the slow erasure of frown lines and wrinkles.
11 Despite the popularity of Botox Cosmetic, it is not for everyone. Therefore it is strongly recommended to consult with an aesthetician. After treatment with Botox, it last for about four months and one undergoing its treatment will have to go back for more injections every three to four months. This can be discouraging as it requires regular revisits for effective treatment.
12 Facial Wrinkle Fillers are sometimes used as cosmetic line fillers, with each type of fillers designed for very specific use. CosmoDerm is an example of fillers used for superficial wrinkles while Cosmoplast is used for deep wrinkles and scars. Fillers can make facial folds appear softer.
13 A good non-invasive treatment of skin is Fraxel Laser Treatments which can be used to revitalise a skin that has been damaged by the sun or wrinkled by age.
14 Another good non-invasive method is Intenses Pulsed Light (IPL) which is used to treat the largest organ in the body – the skin when it is damaged.
15 Thermage which is yet another non-invasive procedure has the advantage of results of treatment capable of lasting for years.