Spalding Drive Cosmetic Surgery and Dermatology has a great gift ideas.
Get Your Skin into Shape just in time for Weddings and Graduations. Our Spring Skin-Glow Special offers three treatments (sold as a package) for only $350 (a $450 value). Combine a Micro-Dermabrasion treatment with a Custom Purity Acne Facial or a Nourish and Glow Anti-Oxidant Facial.
Make Your Appointment Now With Our Clinical Licensed Esthetician, Aubrie Cook at (310) 275-2467 and mention the Spring Skin-Glow Special. Aubrie Cook is a licensed esthetician at Spalding Drive Cosmetic Surgery and Dermatology.  With an interest in improving skin health and treating problematic skin, Aubrie is a dedicated guide when it comes to fully educating patients on their skin care options. While guiding patients, a creative approach is always taken in order to synergistically combine skin care and laser treatments, along with surgery or other procedures performed within the Spalding Drive office. Aubrie strives to help our patients achieve their goals when it comes to the healthy skin they deserve.
The Spring Skin-Glow offer is good Until May 31, 2008.
Dr. David Amron will be discussing the Top Five Liposuction Myths and Mistakes in a live chat hosted by Make Me Heal from 6 to 7 pm on Wednesday, May 21 - http://www.makemeheal.com/chats/schedule.phpÂ
To learn more about the following, log in and join the chat:
Top Five Liposuction Myths
  1. Liposuction is Dangerous
  2. Fat comes Back
  3. Liposuction is for overweight people, you should diet and exercise instead
  4. Fat goes to Other Areas
  5. Liposuction causes Indentations and Rippling
Top Five Liposuction Mistakes
1. Liposuction causes dimples and irregularities – This is caused by suctioning to close to the skin or too aggressively.
2. The patient becomes disproportionate – Often too much fat is taken from one or two areas and the doctor does not pay attention to balance when liposuctioning the body.
3. Loose skin – The skin on different parts of the body also behaves differently and needs to be approached on an individual basis. If the skin tone is not goot in one are, the experience of your doctor will be crucial.
4. Fat returns – In some cases this is due to not enough fat removed being removed from the correct areas, it is about making sure the body is in proportion.
5. Incisions improperly positioned or are too large – The key to successful liposuction is to place the incisions in areas that will be less noticeable.
Daily application of a sunscreen is essential not only to avoid skin cancer, but also to prevent unwanted signs of aging such as wrinkles, and sun spots from occurring, according to Dr. Nassif.Â
So keep your skin protected by using a sunscreen with at least an SPF of 15 or higher for daily use and SPF 30 or higher when you are out in the sun for longer periods. Always reapply your sunscreen every hour and a half even if it is waterproof.Â
Another tip, check your labels to make sure it has one of these ingredients listed as active to ensure adequate protection from both UVB and UVA rays: avobenzone (also known as Parsol 1789 or butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane), titanium dioxide, zinc oxide, Mexoryl SX, or Helioplex.
Before undergoing a surgical procedure like rhinoplasty, certain medical tests are often needed, according to Dr. Nassif. These tests are run to identify any issues that may prevent you from having surgery:
- Physical: A general physical done by your primary care physician may be required.
- Electrocardiogram: An electrocardiogram, or an EKG or ECG, is done to measure the electrical signals that control the rhythm of your heart. An EKG tests for any irregularities in your heartbeat as well as evidence of past heart attacks. Additional testing may be required if irregularities are detected during this test.
- Complete Blood Count: A CBC is a blood count test that measures thirteen blood levels in the body. This blood test can reveal blood deficiencies or disorders that could affect the safety of your procedure and your recovery. Inadequate platelet levels can lead to increased bruising and bleeding. Low hemoglobin levels can slow the healing process. While low levels of white blood cells can lead to increased infection after surgery.
Contact Spalding Drive Cosmetic Surgery and Dermatology for more information on rhinoplasty.
Here are a few suggestions Dr. Nassif recommends to make your rhinoplasty recovery easier:
• Place a table with the recovery items you need next to your bed, this will help you from having to get up and down when you should be resting
• Make sure to go grocery shopping to stock up on soft foods like soups, pudding, gelatin and protein drinks
• Stock up on books, magazines, cds, DVDs and other items to help keep you entertained while you are recovering
Contact Spalding Drive Cosmetic Surgery and Dermatology for more information on rhinoplasty.
During rhinoplasty, surgeons use various techniques to improve the both the function and the look of nose. Functional improvements center on breathing issues like a deviated septum. The septum separates the two nostrils, when the septum is deviated one of the nostrils is blocked, which can lead to breathing issues.  Contact Spalding Drive Cosmetic Surgery and Dermatology for more information on rhinoplasty.
Here are a few tips to make your recovery from rhinoplasty easier:
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 • Plan on taking about ten days to two weeks off of work or school
 • A recliner or pillows are essential as you’ll need to sleep elevated for a few days
 • Place the items that you’ll need at waist height, that way as you are recovering you won’t have to bend over to pick up things.
Contact Spalding Drive Cosmetic Surgery and Dermatology for more information on Rhinoplasty.
Here are some side effects that are normal following rhinoplasty surgery according to Dr. Nassif:
Pain – Mild discomfort is common after surgery, but most likely will decrease two to three days after surgery.
Nasal Blockage – It is common to have nasal blockage after rhinoplasty and often feels like a head cold. Cold-like symptoms typically last for about six weeks after surgery.
Contact Spalding Drive Cosmetic Surgery and Dermatology for more information on rhinoplasty surgery.
The following are a list of normal side effects following Rhinoplasty surgery according to Dr. Nassif:
- Swelling – After surgery, swelling of the nose typically peeks 36 to 48 hours after your rhinoplasty. Swelling is usually the most pronounced in the mornings. And, while most swelling will reduce after about two weeks, it is common to have swelling for a year after surgery.
- Bruising – Bruising is common around the eyes and on the cheeks, especially if the nasal bones have been fractured during surgery. Bruising peeks about two days after surgery and usually resolves in about two weeks.
For more information on rhinoplasty, contact us.
At three months your nose is about 85 percent healed. The nasal bones and tip are strong, however there is still nasal swelling at the tip. At one year you are about 95 – 96 percent healed. Your nose will never be 100 percent healed because it keeps changing every year.  With rhinoplasty surgery you have to give your nose time to heal and be very patient.
