Mt. Scott Ear, Nose and Throat & Sleep Medicine Launches Balloon Sinuplasty Website for Portland Chronic Sinuplasty Patients

Portland, OR (PRWEB) February 21, 2014

James Chan, MD and Robert Roberts, DO, board certified otolaryngologists at Mt. Scott Ear, Nose and Throat & Sleep Medicine, have launched a balloon sinuplasty website to inform potential Portland sinus surgery patients about chronic sinusitis and the benefits of balloon sinuplasty.

The website features a custom built survey that asks questions about symptoms and other factors that can contribute to chronic nasal congestion. Filling out the survey gives users a “SNOT-20” score, which can be used to determine if they are good candidates for balloon sinuplasty. If they are candidates for balloon sinuplasty, they can request a consultation with aPortland sinus expert.

“Our new website does a great job of informingPortland chronic sinusitis sufferers of treatments that can help them,” Dr. Chan said. “Our goal is to help patients breathe better, especially those who have been suffering with chronic nasal congestion. Balloon sinuplasty is the breakthrough treatment that many of them need.”

Balloon sinuplasty is a novel office-based procedure that treats chronic sinusitis without the need for invasive surgery. More than 350,000 patients suffering from chronic sinusitis have been treated with balloon sinuplasty and most patients report an improvement in sinus symptoms and quality of life following the procedure.

With balloon sinuplasty, ENT doctors can open inflamed sinus passageways similar to how heart doctors open blocked arteries with balloon angioplasty. Balloon sinuplasty is less invasive than traditional sinus surgery and allows patients to quickly return to their normal daily activities.

About Mt. Scott ENT & Sleep Medicine: At Mt. Scott ENT & Sleep Medicine, you will find a team of highly trained, caring specialists who specialize in treatment of disorders related to the face, head and neck. They provide life-changing solutions for patients of all ages and backgrounds.

Dr. Chan is a double board certified physician (in both Otolaryngology and Facial Plastic Surgery) who is experienced in the full gamut of Otolaryngology -- Head and Neck Surgery. He has special interest in aesthetic and reconstructive procedures of the face, head, and neck including reconstructive procedures following facial trauma and skin cancer excision. His expertise in nasal and sinus surgery has benefitted many patients who have suffered from nasal obstruction.

Dr. Roberts is a recognized expert in his field. He has extensive training and experience in diagnosing and treating disorders and issues involving the structures, systems, function, neurology and musculature of the face, head and neck, and ear, nose and throat. He holds special interest in nose and sinus disorders; head, neck, thyroid and parathyroid surgery and the medical and surgical treatment of obstructive sleep apnea.

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Understanding Chin Implants - Bel-Red Center for Aesthetic Surgery

Nose jobs (rhinoplasty) get all the credit, but did you know that if you have a small, flat chin, your nose may seem more prominent?  Getting a chin implant will easily improve your facial contours and even make your nose less noticeable.  Many people who consider getting a rhinoplasty (nose job)are often surprised when their surgeon recommends a mentoplasty (chin implant augmentation) as well.

Or if you just want to improve your facial profile and image, a chin implant is definitely a wise choice for men and women alike.  A chiseled, prominent chin is often associated with strength and confidence, whereas a small, flat chin is often called a “weak chin.”  A well-defined chin helps give balance to the face and is a key part of a person’s profile.  Dr. Jan Zemplenyi at Bel-Red Center for Aesthetic Surgery in Bellevue will use computer imaging to demonstrate the pleasing effect of a chin implant on the balance of the rest of your face.  We see people from all over the Seattle area who are so thrilled that they underwent mentoplasty because their facial appearance improves so dramatically using just a small implant!

Following a small incision, the implant is inserted just below the skin of the chin.  The implant is made of synthetic material that feels so much like the tissue naturally found in the chin that most people can’t tell the difference.  The implant is available in a wide variety of sizes and shapes so you can find one that fits your face.

After surgery you’ll have a dressing that stays in place for about three days.  There will be some mild tenderness but at the Bel-Red Center for Aesthetic Surgery, Dr. Jan Zemplenyi will prescribe medicine to make you comfortable. Chewing may be limited so expect to be on a soft food diet for a few days following the surgery.  The discomfort tends to last only a few days.  Many of our patients in the Seattle area can resume normal daily activities in less than a week.

You’ll be surprised at how the shape of the chin has a remarkable influence on the overall appearance of the face and neck. For the next few days, take notice of people’s chins around you. It doesn’t take long to notice how much of a difference the chin can make on a person’s facial appearance and their overall image.  You’ll see that improving the shape of the chin can have positive effects on other areas that you might not anticipate.

If you live in the Bellevue or Seattle area, contact our office today and we’ll be happy to discuss all the options available to you.

Dr. Ali Sajjadian Receives 2014 Physician of Excellence Award from Orange County Medical Association and Orange Coast Magazine

Orange County, CA (PRWEB) February 11, 2014

Orange County plastic surgeon, Dr. Ali Sajjadian was named a 2014 Physician of Excellence by Orange County Medical Association and Orange Coast magazine in the field of plastic surgery and rhinoplasty in Orange County, California. The distinction places Dr. Sajjadian among the best plastic surgeons on the West Coast and beyond.

As a well-respected rhinoplasty specialist and a "Top Rhinoplasty Surgeon" in Orange County, Dr. Ali Sajjadian was selected to receive the Physician of Excellence award based on his community involvement, contributions, extensive involvement in plastic surgery education nationally, scientific articles and book chapters, academic and scientific contributions, multiple board certifications, and his appointment as President of the Orange County Society of Plastic Surgeons.

“I am honored to receive the 2014 Physician of Excellence award from Orange County Medical Association and Orange Coast Magazine,” explains Dr. Sajjadian. “I have a passion for plastic surgery, rhinoplasty in particular, and consider the recognition an indication of the results I have been able to provide my patients. The happiness and satisfaction of my patients is my greatest motivation.”

Dr. Ali Sajjadian is one of few plastic surgeons in the United States who holds Triple Board Certification from the American Board of Plastic Surgery, the American Board of Otolaryngology, as well as the American Board of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery. Dr. Sajjadian has received many awards and honors for his commitment to excellence.

Specializing in rhinoplasty and cosmetic surgery of the face and body, Dr. Ali Sajjadian strives each day to continue to learn new techniques to improve results, reduce patient discomfort, and reduce potential recovery time. Through his membership with the Orange County Society of Plastic Surgeons, he is able to have an open discussion with his peers to help decide as a community which techniques will take the lead in years to come.

Dr. Ali Sajjadian’s plastic surgery philosophy revolves around compassionate patient care and attention to detail. He strongly believes that each cosmetic procedure is a partnership between him and his patients in achieving the desired results. Dr. Sajjadian has dedicated his career to developing and implementing advanced techniques in the field of cosmetic surgery, that have helped to achieve minimal patient discomfort, and fantastic results.

About Dr. Ali Sajjadian: Dr. Ali Sajjadian received his Doctor of Medicine degree from Drexel University, MCP-HU School of Medicine in Philadelphia. He was a professor of plastic surgery at one of the best institutions for plastic surgery following that he did extensive training in all aspects of Plastic and cosmetic surgery at the university of Pittsburgh. Prior to then, he had he trained in advanced general surgery, and head and neck surgery. He had also had done additional training in Facial plastic and reconstructive surgery and was an instructor at Emory University. Dr. Sajjadian holds advanced fellowship training in the latest state-of-the-art cosmetic and reconstructive techniques and consistently remains at the forefront of his specialty.

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Liposuction for Your Arms - Swan Center for Plastic Surgery

Liposuction is a safe and effective choice for removing excess fat in the arms, especially for women who want to avoid working out to the point of over-developed biceps or triceps.  Liposuction can improve both the size and the shape of your arms.

Liposuction is the removal of fat cells using an extraction technique, and recovery time is minimal. The upper arms are an excellent area to target with liposuction, and the results are long lasting.

Only through an in-person consultation can your Atlanta plastic surgeon determine whether or not you are a good candidate for arm liposuction.  The technique you and your Atlanta plastic surgeon choose for your arm liposuction procedure is an important but secondary factor to your overall satisfaction of your outcome.

Most techniques are good just so long as they are being performed by a highly qualified and skilled plastic surgeon. If you are ready to inquire about liposuction of the arms, call the Swan Center for Plastic Surgery in Atlanta today to schedule a consultation.

Preparing for your Tummy Tuck - Dr. Larry Schlesinger

Being prepared, both mentally and physically before undergoing a major surgery is very important. Your preparedness could end up sparing you a lot of inconvenience, discomfort, and difficulties. Depending on your personal habits you could be preparing for your tummy tuck up to three weeks before the actual procedure.

Safety trumps everything! Your Honolulu plastic surgeon wants you to have a safe and successful tummy tuck procedure so you will need to take all necessary precautions to make sure you are in the best possible health before your procedure. If you smoke, your Honolulu plastic surgeon will require that you quit smoking at least three weeks prior to your tummy tuck, and maybe even sooner. Smoking greatly increases the risk of complications during and after your tummy tuck, and also significantly slows the healing process. If you are taking any supplements let your Honolulu surgeon know. They may recommend that you refrain from taking certain vitamins or supplements just before your surgery, or an alternative for them. Maintaining a healthy diet and active lifestyle before and after your tummy tuck is best for optimal results.

An exciting life event like a tummy tuck procedure seems to sneak up on people faster than they expected. Do not let that be you! Go to the store and get everything you will need during your healing process and down time. Necessities include Q-tips, comfortably loose clothing, a removable shower head, and a shower chair. Honolulu plastic surgeons also recommend that you stock up on healthy, easy access foods, your favorite movies, books, and anything else that you will enjoy while you are healing.

Arrange for someone to drive you home after your procedure and to stay with you for three nights post-operatively for your safety. Prepare to be very limited for about two to three weeks and be sure to clear your calendar and any prior obligations that involve any strenuous activity.

When you schedule your tummy tuck consultation with Dr. Schlesinger in Honolulu you can ask any and all remaining questions you may have about the tummy tuck procedure.

Post-Facelift Comforts - Dr. Ali Sajjadian

Here in the Newport Beach, Costa Mesa area we’ve helped numerous men and women recover from facelifts and other plastic surgery procedures in their own homes and in hotel rooms.  Through these experiences, we’ve discovered certain comforts that make recovery as easy and comfortable as possible:

1. Reusable gel ice packs. Gel ice packs are gentler on bruised or sore body parts than regular ice because of their smooth edges and the packs don’t drip unlike ice packs.
2. Antibiotic Ointment and Aquaphor.  Antibiotic ointment will ensure that any incision sites or other wounds don’t get infected.  Aquaphor is a thick, soothing moisturizer, and is great for lips after a facelift or other facial procedure.
3. Bendable straws.  Facelifts and other procedures may make drinking straight out of a cup difficult because of all the swelling. Straws can make it a lot easier to drink right after a facelift.
4. Crackers and broth-based soups. Many of our clients in Costa Mesa plastic surgery patients opt for soothing, bland, comfort foods for the first few days following a facelift.  These types of foods can help with nausea and the decreased post-anesthesia appetite. After having face work done, like a facelift, crunchy foods will be challenging, so stick with soups and smoothies for the first week or so.
5. Stock up on a wide selection of juices and soda. In our experience, it helps to have something with a bit of taste in what you’re drinking when you’re taking medication.  Ginger ale and Sprite are also helpful with any nausea you may have from anesthesia or the pain meds.
6. Comfy pajama’s and socks. You’ll likely not want to get out of pajamas and lounge wear for a while after recovering from a facelift or other major surgery.
7. Prescriptions and other instruction from your surgeon. Your surgeon will almost certainly prescribe you pain medication along with an antibiotic.  Be sure to have your prescriptions filled a few days ahead of time so that in case your pharmacy has to order medication.  You don’t want to be running around town the day of your surgery trying to get your prescription filled.
8. Most importantly, follow all the instructions given at the pre-op visit and discharge.

3 Reasons Dr. Larry Schlesinger should be your Breast Augmentation Plastic Surgeon

When it comes to being a plastic surgery patient, there is really no more important task than choosing your plastic surgeon. With all of the different plastic surgeons who offer breast implants and breast augmentation in Kona it could become a very daunting task as well. Lucky for you this blog is going to make that decision much easier for you. Here are the top three reasons you should choose Dr. Schlesinger for your breast augmentation procedure:

1. Experience!

When choosing a breast augmentation plastic surgeon experience is absolutely everything. Dr. Schlesinger has over 30 years of plastic surgery experience with an emphasis on breast augmentation. He has performed over 20,000 procedures and has an extremely high patient satisfaction rate.

2. Credentials!

Dr. Schlesinger of Kona is certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery. This means he has demonstrated an elite level of competence in his field before the board. Not only is Dr. Schlesinger certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery, but he is a diplomat!

3. Passion!

In an ideal world we would all go to work and be able to do what we absolutely love every single day, but we are not all as lucky as Dr. Schlesinger! Dr. Schlesinger has chosen to focus heavily on breast augmentation because he is passionate about what he does. Unlike many cosmetic surgeons in Honolulu who will perform any procedure on the face of the earth for money, Dr. Schlesinger has chosen to narrow his field of specialties down so he can be GREAT at what he does, rather than simply good.

With Dr. Schlesinger’s combinations of experience, qualifications, and love for the breast augmentation procedure you could not dream up a better plastic surgeon for your Honolulu breast augmentation procedure. Call his office today and schedule your free breast augmentation consultation!

Methods of Removing Facial Fat - Dr. Ali Sajjadian

If you have ever been called “chipmunk cheeks” or “marshmallow mouth” then you understand how irritating excess fat in your face and cheeks can be.Facial fat removal can seem nearly impossible for some people, but believe it or not, there are several things that you can try to reduce the amount of fat on your face.

Even if you are at a decent weight for your height, your amount facial fat could still be disproportionate. Adjusting your diet is one way you can try to remove some of that facial fat. Orange County medical professionals recommend drinking at least four standard water bottles full of water a day. Dehydration can cause the face to bloat, and water not only keeps you hydrated, but it also flushes away common toxins that can give the face a “puffy” look.

Reducing fat intake will help people whose bodies naturally collect disproportional amounts of fat in their faces. Cutting back on salt consumption is also recommended by Orange county health professionals because salt makes the body retain water.

Start up a new exercise routine….for your face! That’s right, facial exercises reduce facial fat while simultaneously toning facial muscles. Smiling repetitions and puckering sets are two common forms of facial exercises that can help remove facial fat.

If no hairstyle, makeup contouring, or any of the previously mentioned options help remove fat (or even create the illusion of fat removal) from your face you can always consider surgical facial fat removal. Also known as a buccal fat removal, plastic surgeons can remove fatty pads on from the sides of your face to give the patient a nice, slender look. Buccal facial fat removal is not for everyone, but for the right candidates, it can make vast improvements to their face and overall appearance. Call the office of Dr. Ali Sajjadian today to schedule your facial analysis and discuss options for fat removal procedure in Orange County.