Cosmetic surgery enhances visual appearance, and it helps with issues caused by physical trauma and medical conditions. At Somerset Plastic Surgery, we offer surgeries to sculpt the abdomen and arms, reshape the nose, and augment the breasts. Here are some health benefits of cosmetic surgery:
Correcting Breathing Issues
Chronic congestion, a deviated septum, or nasal polyps make it harder for you to breathe through your nose, which may disrupt sleep patterns. A deviated septum refers to the cartilage in your nose being off-center, and this occurs as a result of a congenital condition or nasal trauma. Nasal polyps refer to growths in the nasal cavity that block the sinuses and cause mucus buildup. Rhinoplasty is a cosmetic surgery that reshapes the nose. This surgery helps:
- Reshape the septum
- Relieve swelling caused by chronic sinusitis
- Create drainage
- Correct breathing problems caused by injuries
A surgeon can repair damage from inside the nose or reshape the nose from the outside. This surgery is an outpatient procedure. A surgeon can perform it while you are under local or general anesthesia.
Restoring Eyelid Functionality
Facial scarring after a car accident may occur as a result of a broken windshield or an airbag going off. Some scars tighten the skin around the eyes, which reduces eyelid function. This can cause loss of vision and dry eyes. Ptosis, or droopy eyelids, reduces the outer and upper vision range; this condition can happen as a result of nerve damage, neurological disorders, or aging.
During a blepharoplasty procedure, or eyelid surgery, doctors may remove excess muscle and skin to reduce the appearance of a droopy eyelid. This helps increase the range of eyesight, specifically peripheral vision. A surgeon is also able to perform a blepharoplasty to remove excess scarring and reconstruct the eyelid. When performing the surgery, doctors are able to place the incisions in less visible areas; this includes the area below the lashes or in the natural creases of the eyelid.
Reducing Back Problems
Genetic factors may lead to oversized breasts. A breast reduction surgery offers physical relief from upper back or neck pain by reducing the pressure on the back muscles. The surgeons remove glandular tissue and fat from the breasts during a mammaplasty; this makes them more proportional with the rest of the body and improves alignment. It also helps with symptoms such as breathing problems and skin rashes. Other breast procedures include breast reconstruction after a mastectomy.
Removing Loose Skin and Fat
The condition Cutis Laxa reduces skin elasticity, which creates loose skin around the neck, abdomen, and arms. Pregnancy or weight loss may result in excess skin, causing irritation or infection as the folds rub together. Cosmetic procedures such as body lifts, arm lifts, and abdominoplasties help tighten the skin around the waist, arms, abdomen, and upper legs. This helps reduce chafing. During these surgeries, the doctors remove excess skin and fat, and they tighten the muscles.
Reducing fat through surgeries like liposuction, abdominoplasty, and body lifts can help prevent medical issues associated with being overweight; these conditions include the risk of high blood pressure and diabetes. During the initial consultation with one of our surgeons, the doctor will review your and your family’s medical history. This helps us determine whether you are a good candidate for one of these procedures. If you have a health condition, such as diabetes, that would increase the risks of a procedure, we work with you to determine appropriate alternatives.
Correcting Abdominal Conditions
A tummy tuck tightens the torso and shapes the waist. As this procedure involves tightening the muscles around the midsection, it may repair or improve several medical conditions. This includes stress urinary incontinence and abdominal hernias. This type of hernia occurs when tissue pushes through the abdominal wall; this creates a bulge in the midsection. A tummy tuck helps strengthen the abdominal muscles to treat the condition. This procedure also improves the soft tissues and muscles that support the pelvic floor, helping reduce leaking after jumping, laughing, or sneezing.
After a pregnancy, the abdominal muscles can separate, creating a condition known as diastasis recti; this sometimes causes hernias and back pain. Our plastic surgeon helps reduce the bulge created by the condition and brings the abdominal muscles back together. This procedure also offers general health benefits, including improved back muscles, which can help prevent sprains.
Learn More About Cosmetic Surgery
At Somerset Plastic Surgery, we offer additional procedures, such as Botox and Juvederm injections, to improve your well-being. These procedures work by relaxing the muscles around the eyes; this helps reduce migraines and eye spasms. Our before-and-after gallery provides examples of our work with past patients. For greater patient convenience, we have online paperwork available for download on our website. To learn more about the health benefits of cosmetic procedures, we invite you to plan a consultation with us today.