Plastic surgeons are the specialists who deal with cosmetic surgery and other treatments that usually have a lot to do with appearances and aesthetics.
People immediately think of doctors who perform operations, which are invasive when they hear this job.
The fact of the matter is that not all of the treatments and procedures that these professionals offer are invasive.
Many of them are outpatient options, which are very convenient for their patients.
Botox The injections of Botox are one of the more popular options that people have for their facial features.
Plastic surgeons can perform these in their clinics at the convenience of their clients.
The injected substance consists of a derivative from a toxin, which has the ability to paralyze the area into which it is injected.
The resulting paralysis lasts for about four to six months depending on each individual's reaction to the substance.
The paralysis renders the muscle immovable thus preventing it from wrinkling or creasing.
People who go for this procedure usually have their injections done in their forehead, close to their nasal region and their temples, near the eyes.
The paralysis will eventually wear off and if the individual wishes for another dose of the substance, more injections can be done with little or no side effects.
Fillers Fillers are another kind of injections, which are used to fill in the creases, lines, scars and other skin blemishes that have made subtle or not so subtle holes in the face.
These work to make the area plumper or have a filled in appearance to make the area smoother and more linear.
Deep acne scars benefit from this.
Plastic surgeons and other specific types of doctors have the capacity to perform this procedure.
The effect is not as long lasting as that of Botox but it can be very satisfying while it lasts.
Collagen is the usual substance used for these sessions because it is naturally occurring in the body.
Lately some new alternatives to the collagen have been used such as one's own fat, which is harvested from the body and processed to prepare it for the filling procedure.
Fillers have also been used to plump up sunken cheeks and eyes as well as improve the appearance of dark circles around the eyes and to make fuller lips.
Non-Invasive Liposuction Recent innovations to liposuction have eliminated the need for incisions and the insertion of the rod with which the fat is vacuumed.
Plastic surgeons facilitate the process and make sure that the patient is in safe hands.
There are several types of non-invasive liposuction procedures and some use low dose lasers and ultrasound waves to induce the breakdown of specific fat groups.
The liquefied fat is expelled from the body naturally.
There may be some side effects from the procedures and the doctors will explain these factually and openly with their patient so they will be aware of the risks these present.
It is best to discuss fears and concerns regarding the procedures with the doctor concerned in order to know the facts and be aware of the risks.