The demand for both procedures has been increasing recently. The trend for a slim face with a very marked profile has become the desire of young and adult women and men. The search for alternatives is constant and the offer is also varied, for this reason, many doubts have arisen as to whether the procedure is the most effective and beneficial when looking to reduce cheeks.
Next, we show you a comparison between liposuction and bichectomy. You will learn more about the advantages and disadvantages of each one and depending on this, which is the one that best suits your needs.

PROCEDURE
In the case of bichectomy, the surgical wound can often become durable, which implies that there is a greater probability of alterations in the skin of the incision. In both procedures, local anesthesia is usually applied and its duration is approximately 1 hour.

RECOVERY
The 2 procedures require a maximum of 3 to 4 days of recovery, in the case of bichectomy, it is required to be more careful with activities that involve a lot of physical effort. In cheek liposuction it will only be necessary to use a special garment for the face.

RESULTS
Facial refinement with laser liposuction brings more accurate aesthetic results compared to bichectomy. This is because it will be done at different points on the cheeks in addition to the double chin and neck. On the other hand, the bichectomy has an immediate result by the extraction of the Bichat bags where the fat accumulates, therefore, the result will be more drastic and noticeable.
On the other hand, liposuction brings permanent results that should not be affected unless there is a very drastic increase in weight. For its part, bichectomy can bring premature aging due to the lack of support that will be in the face due to the absence of these accumulations of fat, and it can be reflected in the sagging of the skin and an extremely thinned face.

Always remember that results may vary, and to maintain the indicated care to the extreme so that recovery brings the least amount of sequelae possible.

The appearance of the abs is an aesthetic issue that matters both men and women as it is a very difficult area to define no matter the diet and exercise. The defined abs has become a reflection of health and harmony, people are in the constant search to achieve the goal, hence the success of the procedures that help eliminate abdominal fat. Abdominoplasty like liposuction are 2 of the most requested plastic surgery treatments by people.

According to a report by the American Society for Plastic Surgery, abdominoplasty intervention has increased by 107% since 2000 while the demand for liposuction continues to grow.

Liposuction allows us to define our silhouette by eliminating localized fat deposits, reducing and shaping the area to be treated. The procedure consists of minimal incisions through which a hollow tube or cannula is inserted through which the fat accumulations will be aspirated. There are many other areas where liposuction can be performed such as hips, back, buttocks, double chin and legs, etc.

On the other hand, the abdominoplasty is performed through a long incision from one end of the hip to the other, just above the pubis and below the navel, the result of removing all the lower abdominal skin. A second incision is made around the navel, to be able to transpose it to its proper position. The surgery leaves a permanent scar in the lower abdomen that, depending on the amount of excess skin, may be long or short but is hidden by the edge of the underwear.

If the weight loss has not been too much and there is no skin excess or stretch marks and the abdominal walls are not distended, liposuction will be enough to locally correct the excess fat and shape the figure.

If there is excess skin and stretch marks, a tummy tuck will be the most indicated to remove the skin between the navel and the pubis in the amount that is required. With the help of the surgery, the muscles that, over the years and weight changes, have become distended, forming a kind of inner corset joining the muscles from above the navel to the pubis, thus obtaining a tighter and flatter abdomen.

Do you think any of these procedures can be useful for you? Go to an evaluation consult to choose the right procedure, at Baja Plastic Surgery, our consultations are free. Visit us!

Plastic surgery on teenagers can cause controversy. There are no specific laws in Mexico or the US that prohibit adolescents from undergoing cosmetic surgery; however, parental consent is required for patients under 18 years of age. Cosmetic surgery may be appropriate for some teens and can be done safely. The most requested procedures seek that, at an early age, the person can make physical changes that favor their appearance and self-esteem.

Among the most requested procedures are:

Breast augmentation: the recommended age for the breast augmentation procedure is when the breast is fully developed, which usually occurs between 18 and 24 years.

Rhinoplasty: This is the most in-demand plastic surgery procedure among teens. It can be carried out once the nose has completed 90% of its growth, this occurs between 13 or 14 years in girls and 15 to 16 years in boys. They can also opt for a less invasive procedure using fillers or thread lifts where tensioning threads and fillers are applied.
Breast reduction: Often, this surgery is performed in girls with a large volume in the chest area and consequently have back and shoulder pain, this can limit physical activity.

Breast reduction is usually delayed until the breasts have reached their full development. In some children, excessive breast development (gynecomastia) can be a major problem. In those cases, the excess tissue can be removed.

Otoplasty: This surgery is recommended for children when they have almost completed full development of the ears, at five or six years of age.

Bluelight: This procedure is indicated for young people with severe acne. It is recommended to complement conventional treatments and the mission of minimizing inflammatory lesions and reducing the population of bacteria. In addition to being a minimally invasive treatment, its results are effective in the vast majority of cases.

Obtain more and detailed information on a consult with a surgeon about the appropriate procedures according to age, remember that at Baja Plastic Surgery, our consultations are free!

Let us guess… you are on the constant quest to keep your skin young, clean and smooth, but for now you don’t want something as extreme as a peel that will keep at home for days. Well, we have a very good option for you, which will allow you to return to your daily activities immediately, it will help you eliminate scars, reduce wrinkles among other benefits, we present you the microdermabrasion.

This and other treatments that consist of exfoliating the skin remove dead cells and impurities, reduce scars and other superficial injuries by eliminating the outer layers of cells in the skin. The elimination of these cells promotes cell regeneration with the increase of collagen production and with this elasticity.

This technique was developed several years ago using diamond tips and thanks to the subtlety of the procedure it turns out to be painless, giving immediate results of smoothness and a feeling of uniformity by softening the black and whiteheads so that their extraction would be simple.

It is recommended to do it 1 to 2 times a month and taking into consideration the skin condition of the person, an average of 6 sessions is indicated.

Among the various benefits are:

• Reduction of wrinkles and expression lines
• Increased circulation reflecting healthier skin
• Reduction of hyperpigmentation in addition to closing pores
• In combination with retinoid creams an improvement in stretch marks can be achieved
• Reduction of surface damage caused by UVB rays and aging

Subsequently, the use of sunscreen is indicated to avoid any discomfort due to skin sensitivity.

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On the puberty occur many changes, in the case of men it seems that every day something changes, these changes are reflected in the growth of some parts of the body such as facial hair, height and sometimes the chest area, this last the most difficult to assume. Although it does not occur in all men and in some cases, it is only temporary, that is why is necessary to pay particular attention.

Male breast augmentation is more common than you might think, this condition affects 40% of the male population, this can bring insecurities, psychological problems, or diseases such as cancer. In this condition, a young man can develop breast tissue and it will be due to the hormonal changes that occur during puberty due to a high production of estrogens, although this is its most common cause, sometimes it can be a side effect from the use of certain medications or predisposition to fat accumulation in this area.

Those who suffer from gynecomastia often seek alternatives and a definitive solution, if a weight reduction has not given the expected results, an evaluation will be necessary to rule out any serious disease, a medical history is usually requested to assess growth and a physical examination in the one that the doctor through the palpation of the breasts will establish a diagnosis, once it is ensured that the increase is not caused by any pathology, the doctor will show the alternatives to reduce the volume of this area.

The following surgeries can correct the volume of this area:

Liposuction: mostly requested for cases in which there is only fat accumulation, local anesthesia is used, its recovery is quick and there is no bleeding

Removal with surgery: when liposuction is not an option to reduce volume, it is possible to remove the mammary gland, it does not affect the patient’s daily life if it is removed since the gland does not fulfill any function in men.

Mammoplasty: it is recommended in severe cases where in addition to extracting fat and gland, it is also necessary to reduce the skin excess.

It is necessary to go to a specialist always before making the decision to perform a surgical procedure. At Baja Plastic Surgery we offer you the advice of our specialist plastic surgeons who will solve all your doubts. Visit us!