Breast Examination

 Breast Examination

Dr. Jaebeom Seo from Banobagi Plastic Surgery Clinic

Before breast surgery, such as breast augmentation, reduction surgery, or autologous fat grafting, many people are only thinking about the implant selection or the incision site, expecting what it will look like after surgery. However, some people receive unexpected results from the breast examination prior to surgery and are bewildered.

The reason is that breast tumors are quite often found during breast examinations. We don't take breast examination seriously in our stride, but if we receive the result before surgery, we may feel relieved and worried at the same time thinking that it's fortunate to find early while also worried about whether the operation will be affected.

If a breast tumor is found, it is safer and better to remove it before surgery. Also for the case of breast augmentation using implants, it has to be checked first if there’s an abnormal lesions through mammography and breast ultrasound. If something abnormal is found, performing the necessary biopsy, removal procedure, and treatment before surgery is necessary. 

In the case of autologous fat grafting to the breasts, calcification of fat may happen after breast augmentation, and it is difficult to distinguish early calcification from micro-calcification which is a sign of breast cancer. For this reason, it is often used to obtain data through pre-operative examination and to differentiate it from breast cancer when calcifications are discovered. In breast reduction surgery, pre-operative ultrasound test is used to identify mammary gland tissue, fat mass, etc. to find a suitable surgical method, as well as to secure data through preoperative examination because there is a possibility of breast tissue changes and calcifications after surgery.

Even after breast plastic surgery, check-ups are essential. The reason is that it is possible to find out whether the implant is damaged, how the position of the implant is, whether capsular contracture has not occurred, and what is the cause of edema after surgery. In addition, it is necessary for checking the thickness of the film, early diagnosis of complications, and diagnosis of breast diseases and breast cancer.

Dr. Jaebeom Seo from Banobagi Plastic Surgery Clinic said “Breast examination is essential for breast health before and after breast surgery. It is recommended to undergo a breast surgery in a well-equipped clinic with examination equipment and systems, and to receive regular examinations.”

Original Article link: http://www.segyebiz.com/newsView/20210513513938?OutUrl=naver

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Incisional Double Eyelid Surgery

Scar? Sausage-shaped Double Eyelids?!

People do not want to look too artificial or unnatural after plastic surgery that they got to improve their concern. Especially, in the case of double eyelid surgery, many people have a vague prejudice that it should be performed using non-incisional method rather than incisional method for a natural result.

Non-incisional method is a method of overlapping the eyelids by making a knot with a thread along the line designed without incising the skin. On the other hand, incisional method is a method of incising the eyelids along the line designed and also removing excessive muscle and fat then fixing remaining muscle and skin together.

 

 

Because incision sounds and feels heavy, a lot of people are afraid that it will leave scars or result in sausage-shaped double eyelids. But, there is no significant difference in surgical results of a surgeon with excellent surgical skills, whether it’s incisional or non-incisional. Experts say that incisional method is rather more advantageous when eyelids skin sagging is severe or if there’s a lot of fat.

 

 

Dr. Yoojung Lee from Banobagi Plastic Surgery Clinic said that incisional double eyelid surgery has many advantages in being able to make various lines and create brighter and clearer eyes. The biggest misconception is that scars remain with incisional method, but incisional method can also create a result as natural as non-icisional method. Dr. Lee also said determining how good or bad an eye specialist depends on the difference in how naturally the incisional method is performed.

Scars made from the incision will look obvious only right after the surgery, but it gradually fades away over time and become almost inconspicuous after about 6 months. Swelling is most severe for around 2-3 days, and then subsides naturally over time. Returning to daily life is possible after about 3 to 5 days, and the stitches are removed after about 5 to 7 days.

Dr. Lee also said “It is a misconception to think that incisional double eyelid surgery usually leave a thick scar and swelling is difficult to recover because it lasts a longer time. If a specialist with abundant experience performs the surgery, worrying about scarring and longer recovery time can be reduced by making the incision natural enough.” In addition, she advised that if you decide to undergo incisional double eyelid surgery, you must carefully consider the skill and know-how of the surgeon then choose a hospital.

 

Original Article link: http://www.medical-tribune.co.kr/news/articleView.html?idxno=99958

 

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Revision Rhinoplasty

Revision Rhinoplasty

Dr.Kyungho Ko from Banobagi Plastic Surgery Clinic said “As the nose is in the center of the face, so surgery should be performed considering of overall ideal ratio.”

Among various plastic surgeries, many people consider undergoing ‘nose job’ because it can improve the overall appearance, impression, and image with just a slight change in mm. As nose is in the center of face, surgery should be performed considering the ideal ratio to achieve satisfactory results harmonizing with the facial features.

Sometimes the nose becomes even shortened and inflamed with contracture when implant is forcibly inserted to raise the nasal bridge higher. Then revision rhinoplasty will be needed. The nose is very small in size, but the internal structure is complicated with bones, cartilage, and soft tissues intricately mixed in it. So rhinoplasty is a difficult surgery dealing the complicated internal structure of the nose, and revision rhinoplasty is even more difficult since structural and tissue changes already occurred from the previous surgery. Therefore, it is essential to thoroughly analyze the reason of revision surgery and the cause of side effects before diagnosing surgical plan.

Rhinoplasty revision cases can be classified into problems with nasal tip, nasal bridge, and implants. In the case of nose tip problem, the tip of the nose raised through surgery become gradually lower over time. The symptom appears when the cartilage is weak and the length of the collumella is short, and revision is required to extend the nasal septum itself or to strengthen the collumella. If the tip of the nose is lifted due to contracture, it is a side effect due to inflammation after nose job. After sufficiently removing the problematic tissue, the remaining tissue should be released and corrected. Revision can also be performed for the case that nasal tip is still dull even after the previous nose job by collecting or trimming cartilage again.

Revision is needed if the nasal bridge is too high, the width of the bridge feels too wide or narrow, and the bridge looks crooked. Just because the bridge of the nose is high doesn’t mean pretty at all, it may rather look too plastic. If you are dissatisfied with the height, it is necessary to correct it to an appropriate height in consideration of proportion with overall features. The width and shape from the front view should be determined according to the ratio from the starting point of the eyebrows and should be symmetrical.

A typical implant problem is when the implant is visible. If the skin is thin or the implant placed is too thick, it may be seen through the skin. Occasionally, some patients complain discomfort as they feel the implant moving on the bridge of the nose. This is because the implant inserted does not match the shape and line of the nose bridge, so it should be inserted in the correct position or replaced. Also when cartilage inserted at the tip of the nose is crooked or visible, it can be corrected using autologous tissue.

As indicated above, there are different cases that require revision rhinoplasty. It is essential to thoroughly analyze the cause, determine the cause of the side effects or dissatisfaction, and diagnose suitable surgical method. So it is important to choose a clinic and specialist with abundant know-how in rhinoplasty as the surgical method and materials used differ depending on the individual’s condition, even for similar cases.

 

Original Article link: http://kpenews.com/View.aspx?No=1586270

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Rhinoplasty and Liposuction: Behind The Scenes of A Patients Experience

Do you want to visualize a cosmetic procedure from another patient’s perspective before going through it yourself?

You have come to the right place! Today we are going to let you in on a patient’s story. She had a life-changing experience after her rhinoplasty and liposuction procedure. Every day we hear stories of how patients believe that physical attributes can make a world of a difference when it comes to living in full confidence. Together we get to imagine the joyous feeling of a patient walking out of their house with their chin held high, shoulders back, and loving themselves for they are. Let us share this rewarding moment. Although we are all not born to be perfect, luckily with skilled surgeons, we can be one step closer to looking and feeling our best. Let’s embark into how our patient began her life-changing journey.

The Patient’s Life Before Surgery

Our lovely patient is a model that was lacking confidence in herself. It is normal to begin to develop insecurities about how we look physically as we grow older. She, in particular, did not like her nose. At a young age, she had a cute, little nose, but as she developed into a teen it began to grow. She wanted to get rhinoplasty to rid of the hump on the bridge of her nose and draw less attention from the center of her face.

Her modeling agent never considered her particularly slim with the way her body contours, just a healthy weight. She truly enjoyed her life behind a camera and wanted to work towards building her appearance so she can be happy with the way she looked. We can all agree that when we want to drop a few pounds, we begin to eat less but still, the weight on the scale never drops. When posing for swimwear or lingerie campaigns, she felt insecure in her own body.

Photographers taking the picture would tell her that imperfections will be fixed with photoshop. That just reminded her she was not pretty enough. She was tired of being known as a ‘real-sized’ model which is when she decided to endure liposuction. Our patient wanted to feel confident to be a part of the industry but most importantly, she was ready to finally be confident in her own skin. The change was not motivated by others. When we want to make a difference, change is driven by a personal goal. Rhinoplasty and liposuction will be able to provide her confidence in the body she would be living in.

Cosmetic Surgery Consultation

During her consultation with Banobagi, we welcomed our patient with our warm and inviting staff. She changed into a turquoise gown to prepare for before photos. You may be quite nervous about certain areas of your body like most patients are, but who wouldn’t be. As she met with the plastic surgeon, he was able to recommend the right surgeries for her body type and facial structure.

   

            

The doctor discussed liposuction techniques and the amount of fat that was going to be removed. She built a strong relationship with him and even shared a few laughs. Building a relationship with our patients is one of the many things we want to achieve in hopes that our patients will walk out of the consultation feeling safe in our hands. At this point, our patient was excited for surgery and ready to see changes in her body.

“I usually expect surgeons to be really dry, but he was really friendly and had a laugh with me, so I felt very happy to let him operate on me. I had consultations at lots of different clinics before, and Banobagi was definitely the best because the staff are so welcoming, and the doctors are very well qualified and experienced”.  -Banobagi Patient

The Day of Surgery

When our patient arrives on surgery day, our goal is to make you feel as relaxed as possible. We can only imagine the number of nerves going through your body. To make our patient feel more comfortable, we filled the room with English speaking staff to help translate the rhinoplasty and liposuction procedure. We had our patient clean her mouth and face thoroughly and get changed before entering the surgery room.

Rhinoplasty

• Procedure Period: 1-2 hours
• Anesthesia: Sedation/General Anesthesia
• Hospitalization Period: none
• Suture Removal: After 5 days
• Post Treatment: About two times
• Recovery period: 1 day for daily activities

Liposuction  

• Procedure Period: 5-6 hours
• Anesthesia: General Anesthesia
• Hospitalization Period: 1-2 days
• Suture Removal: After 5-7 days
• Post Treatment: once
• Recovery period: 1 week for daily activities

The patient stayed in the hospital for one night after the procedure was completed. Due to our highly trained staff, she was able to have a quick recovery. Before she left home we supplied her with kits to wash her wounds and a face mask to disguise the bandages on her nose if she were to go outside. She was on bed rest for the first few days. We encouraged her to take frequent walks to reduce the swelling faster. When her nose cast came off, she felt completely confident to send a photo of her nose without photoshop. She was so excited when she saw her nose so straight for the first time after her nose job. Within 5 days after surgery, she went out to the shops to try on clothes. Even with post-surgery bruising, she already felt so much more attractive. She was able to recognize the significant size her thighs and abdomen slimmed down too.

One Month Post Surgery

The patient has returned back to her hometown one month post surgery with minimal swelling. She was ready to get back on her feet and return to work and normal activities. Since the surgery, she has gained a new found confidence towards her modeling career. She no longer feels the need to photoshop her photos due to the significant body fat loss. The surgery has given her motivation to start eating right and working out to maintain the hourglass figure after liposuction. Due to her new and improved body, nobody questions her when she proudly states she’s a professional model.

“I’ve been really honest with my friends and family about my surgery. The most common thing they say is “it doesn’t look like you’ve had surgery” which I actually take as a really big compliment because I know my results are very natural looking.” -Banobagi Patient

The Patient’s Life After Surgery

Our patient came in seeking procedures to help modify aspects of her body that made her lack confidence with the way she looked. Our skilled surgeons were able to make adjustments in the features of her face and body to create the appearance she wanted to be seen in through rhinoplasty and liposuction. We are proud to be able to share her plastic surgery journey through her treated areas and successfully say that she is overjoyed with the new and improved version of herself. Every patient has a story to share, stay posted to get more insights on the behind the scenes patient experience with Banobagi.

original article: https://bestplasticsurgeryinkorea.com/rhinoplasty-and-liposuction-behind-the-scenes-of-a-patients-experience/

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