Category: Cosmetic

We all wonder about it … what happens to all that skin around the tummy when massive weight loss occurs.  While it can seem obvious, it’s important to point out that people who are planning to lose a lot of weight are not considered good candidates for the tummy tuck procedure.  The tummy tuck is for the candidate who is already at their ideal weight.  Some people may be looking at having a tummy tuck to help them with weight loss – this will not be a good tummy tuck candidate.

The tummy tuck or in medical terms “abdominoplasty” is a common cosmetic procedure which involves removing excess skin from the abdomen area.  The surgeon also tightens up the underlying muscles so that there is a new internal garment supporting the stomach wall.  Many weight loss surgery clients will find that the years of fighting obesity has stretched the skin to what is considered beyond the ability to respond post weight loss.

Skin can hang for some people and can form a flap which is called an apron or a pannis.  This can even go beyond cosmetic and become a health issue which can affect the ability to perform normal daily activities or to even maintain basic hygiene.  

There will be certain situations where liposuction will be a recommended procedure during the tummy tuck procedure.  Some patients may hold onto hard to lose deposits of body fat and this is where liposuction is a good procedure to be performed at the same time as the tummy tuck.

Dr. Sergio Soberanis and Dr. Javier Garcia have over 20 years experience performing many different techniques and styles of tummy tucks and they will recommend the best solution in your specific case.

Through photos and health forms and video conferences, we can determine exact pricing and styles of tummy tucks for your specific case.  Reach out to the experts.

About the Author: Sheri Burke is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist and Bariatric Surgery Coordinator at International Patient Facilitators in Tijuana and Cancun, Mexico. She has worked with bariatric surgery clients for over 10 years and especially enjoys providing nutritional guidance to pre and post bariatric clients.  In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her husband and two teens and cooking up a nutritional storm in the kitchen.

When thinking of a breast reduction, generally you are wanting to get smaller breasts but the breast reduction can be so much more.  To start with, breast reduction enables women to get a better, more comfortable size but there are additional perks and added benefits.

To start with when a breast reduction is performed, it involves removing excess tissue – This mens that the skin is removed as well as your breasts are repositioned to a higher, better position on the wall of your chest.  As a final result, breasts are firmer more youthful and in a better proportion with the rest of your body.

Most women have a bit of breast asymmetry.  Some women have this more pronounced than others.  If you have this sort of situation you can discuss it with your plastic surgeon and he can make corrections during the breast reduction to have both breasts looking more symmetrical. 

Generally when a woman has very large breasts, they also have very large areolas.  During a breast reduction, the areoles can be made smaller to give a more balanced look to the new sized breasts.

Commonly large breasts cause severe discomfort in the back, neck and shoulders.  Some women have such severe pain that they are no longer able to participate in sports such as biking or running.  A reduction in the size of the breasts can enable women to get back to participating in the sports they like.  

A perk of having a breast reduction is the bonus of being able to update your wardrobe to clothes that you were unable to wear due to the plunging necklines and sheer see through tops.  Regular sized breasts means being able to shop with the masses and follow the styles of today.

About the Author: Sheri Burke is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist and Bariatric Surgery Coordinator at International Patient Facilitators in Tijuana and Cancun, Mexico. She has worked with bariatric surgery clients for over 10 years and especially enjoys providing nutritional guidance to pre and post bariatric clients.  In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her husband and two teens and cooking up a nutritional storm in the kitchen.

Let’s chat a bit about what happens after we lose 100 lbs. The goal in the beginning may be to lose weight and get healthy again and many bariatric clients achieve this goal and they are extremely happy with their appearance and then there are others who feel that their skin elasticity has changed a bit and things could be improved with cosmetic surgery.

Sometimes we have loose skin and sometimes we do not.  This is going to depend a lot on our skin, and our age and our genetics.  For those who have terrific skin and youth on their side, a lot of the times there is not any hanging skin and things take on a new shape very easily. 

There are patients who have undergone gastric sleeve, or similar procedures, and are left with loose skin around the stomach, buttocks, back, arms, or thighs. Rashes and sores can develop on loose skin that folds onto itself. In addition, the hanging skin creates an awkward shape that makes it hard for these patients to find clothes that fit properly. And then there’s the dangling arm skin. For all these reasons, bariatric patients often go on to have further, corrective surgeries.

For those who feel that they have the need or desire to have excess skin removed after major weight loss, we have a program that is set up just for them.  

Allow us to provide you with all the information you require. We are dedicated to helping you feel confident in your skin.  We understand your goals and vision.  We are here for you every step of the way.  Reach out  to us to request a complete price-list and detailed information for your cosmetic surgery journey.

About the Author: Sheri Burke is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist and Bariatric Surgery Coordinator at International Patient Facilitators in Tijuana and Cancun, Mexico. She has worked with bariatric surgery clients for over 10 years and especially enjoys providing nutritional guidance to pre and post bariatric clients.  In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her husband and two teens and cooking up a nutritional storm in the kitchen.

The Cosmetic Plastic Surgery Statistics Report released by the American Society of Plastic Surgeons states that 1,780,987 aesthetic surgery procedures were performed in the year 2016. Furthermore, $16.4 billion were spent on these cosmetic procedures.

With such a massive turnover, the industry for plastic surgery takes a large number of patients each year, providing them with the necessary services they require. However, even with this number of procedures being performed each year, there are still many who are not able to acquire a reliable source for their cosmetic surgery.

Cosmetic Surgery in Mexico

The International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery ranks Mexico as the 5^th location for number of surgical and non-surgical cosmetic procedures. Most of the patients travelling to Mexico come from Canada and US.

Now, though from the above statistics, you may consider that most people do not need to travel in order to receive the medical care they need. However, the following factors prove why Mexico is now considered as one of the best locations for quality plastic surgery.

Overall Cost

The average cost of a face-lift is $6,450. This is a substantial sum, especially when compared to $2,500 in Mexico. Plastic surgery in Mexico is far more affordable, simply because the board-certified doctors and nurses charge a fraction of the actual cost. This is the main reason why many patients fly to Mexico for their procedures. Because of the economic differences as well as universal healthcare, Mexican healthcare professionals are able to offer all they need for various procedures.

Quality of Care

If you do your research right, you can probably find a top-notch source for your medical treatment. Mexican health care facilities are maintained and take care of. They also use state of the art equipment to ensure patients that they’re getting their money’s worth. That – combined with qualified board-certified doctors– provides patients with a reliable source for their treatment.

Proximity

Perhaps another reason why Mexico is considered to be one of the best destinations for medical procedures is because of its closeness to home in general. Patients from the US and Canada have no problem gaining entrance into Mexico, which cuts down on finances related to traveling. This makes Mexico a more comfortable option, than India or China.

Aesthetic Procedures Performed in Mexico

The most common procedures performed in Mexico include:

• Weight loss surgery (body contouring surgeries performed after bariatric surgery)
• Liposuction
• Eyelid surgery
• Breast augmentation
• Rhinoplasty
• Abdominoplasty

Aside from these, Mexican clinics provide plenty of other services. You can do your research by using International Patient Facilitators as your guide.

The Bottom Line…

There has been a surge in the number of patients traveling to Mexico for their procedures and for good reason. And by using the right sources, you too can make the right decision for the sake of your health and utilize the services of one of the best medical facilities in the world.

How Mini Gastric Bypass Works?

The surgery reduces stomach size which makes the patient feel full sooner while eating.

The intestines used to absorb nutrients is shortened which cause the body to absorb fewer calories.

Weight Loss

Mini gastric bypass patients usually lose a lot of weight very quickly.

It helps in losing up to 3/4 of their excess weight within 2 years.

1. Initially, focus on eating proteins in solid form.
2. Avoid processed food items.
3. To avoid weight regain, get the majority of your calories from solid foods.
4. Increase water intake. But don’t drink 30 minutes before or after meals.

Recovery

Patients usually spend 1 to 2 days in the hospital.

Complete recovery takes approximately 2-3 weeks

Health Benefits

Quality Of Life

According to a research, 95% of patients reported significant improvement in quality of life.

Asthma

Completely resolved asthma in 80% to 100% of patients.

Cardic Disease

Up to 79% reduction in cardiovascular risks.

Diabetes

The surgery resolved diabetes in 83% of patients.

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Respectfully,
International Patient Facilitators – Cancun and Tijuana, Mexico
Dr. Sergio Verboonen and Sheri Burke – Bariatric Coordinator and Nutritionist.
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Old age doesn’t have to bring you down. Yet effects of aging are inevitable, at least on a physical level. The sun and other natural elements play havoc at aging skin, causing loss of elasticity and appearance of unsightly marks and spots.

The downward pull of gravity does the rest – giving rise to frown lines, wrinkling (across the forehead) and heaviness around the eyebrows.

Effects of aging are inevitable; yet the first signs appear on your face, often the brow and forehead! Sometimes even people in their late twenties or thirties aren’t spared the cruelty. Men and women are increasingly turning to various cosmetic procedures to battle these signs of aging; one of them is a forehead lift.

What Is A Forehead Lift?

Paired with an eyelid lift or face lift, this cosmetic procedure can do wonders for an aging face especially if all worry areas are concentrated on the upper half of the face. Also known as a brow lift, this cosmetic procedure helps by:

• Making individuals look younger
• Rejuvenating appearance of forehead area
• Improve appearance of a furrowed brow
• Reduce wrinkles and creases around forehead and eye area

Understanding This Cosmetic Procedure in Detail

Depending on the procedure, the cosmetic surgeon will perform under local anesthetic or extensive surgeries requiring a day visit and stay. You will be required to stay longer if considering forehead lift with other complementary cosmetic procedures.

Endoscopic Forehead Lift

This type of surgery has changed over the years. Newer and better technologies and techniques are always replacing the previous ones, making the procedure less invasive.

Today many cosmetic surgeons in Cancun prefer the endoscopic forehead lift. Other commonly performed procedures are the pretrichial brow lift and the direct brow lift.

Forehead Lift Surgery – When to Consider This Option?

There are many reasons why people prefer this cosmetic procedure. In addition, people who need to fix scars left over from injury can also talk to us. When is the right time to consider this cosmetic surgery?

• When low or sagging eyebrow position creates an angry, tired, sad or grumpy appearance
• When you have deep horizontal creases across the forehead
• When you have furrows or frown lines, between eyebrows or across top of your nose
• When you have fatty tissue or excess skin hanging over your eyes

Can’t afford to pay top dollar? Most people turn to Mexico for affordable cosmetic surgery. Don’t know where to start looking for a certified and skilled cosmetic surgeon in Cancun or Tijuana? International Patient Facilitators will facilitate you!