Plastic Surgery - Choose It for the Right Reason

Ask a teenager about plastic surgery and the youngster will have enough to say about the contoured bodies, broad shoulders and the picture perfect features of the cine stars. For most of them, plastic surgery stands for cosmetic plastic surgery and they strongly believe in what the so-called reality TV shows show - a slight downsizing here and a little enhancement there is going to change their lives. But why just blame the youths? The older generation is doing no better either. There seems a great need of setting their notions right.

Plastic surgery is actually a reconstruction or restoration of deformed, destroyed and injured parts of the body. This corrective surgery improves the appearance of the patient and at the same time adds to the functionality of the once deformed, defective part. Thus, birth defects like cleft lips and palates, disfigurements resulting from accidents like burn-marks or for that matter a deformity acquired in the process of disease treatment (removal of one or both the breasts as part of breast cancer treatment) can be set right by plastic surgery specialists.

The history of plastic surgeries runs back to the days of the ancient Egyptians. The word 'plastic' in the name is derived from the Greek word plastikos, which means to form or mold. The molding surgery became popular after the First World War (countless casualties with body disfigurements was an aftermath of the war).

Plastic surgery is real surgery, involving cutting and stitching. Hence, the plastic surgery specialists always emphasize on the patients emotional and physical fitness in order to handle the stresses of surgery. Plastic surgeons, therefore, make it a point to check medical history of patients. An ideal plastic surgery specialist agrees to give a surgical treatment only if he/she finds that the patient is a perfect candidate - nearly the ideal age, ideal weight, not ailing and sticks to a healthy lifestyle. Thus, some surgeons will not perform certain procedures like Rhinoplasty (reshaping the nose) and breast implants on teens.

Plastic surgery costs are a bit exorbitant and especially if you go to a certified plastic surgeon. Nevertheless, considering the complexity involved, you should never be taking any risks. Moreover, if you are undergoing plastic surgery for the right reason (and surgery becomes a dire necessity) you shall have insurance coverage. In case you are opting for a cosmetic plastic surgery and simply want to undergo a metamorphosis from an ugly duckling to a beautiful angel, you will have to bear the costs.

Do not let yourself be fooled by each celebrity plastic surgery news! It may not be possible for you to check for the authenticity of the news but you know, there are simpler and safer ways of changing your looks and gaining confidence if you are thinking of plastic surgery as a makeover option.

For instance, TCA skin peels and laser treatments are external treatments that result in younger looking skin and can treat or even cure many skin conditions from acne and wrinkles to sagging skin and sun spots. TCA skin peels have been used in Hollywood by the stars for years on reality shows like The Swan, MTV's Made, even on Oprah. Unlike Laser treatments, which are only available as a in office or spa treatment, TCA skin peels can now be purchased for at home treatment and they are considered to be the most effective spa treatment available by numerous plastic surgeons and dermatologists alike. For more information on TCA skin peels for home use and other spa treatments please see the link below.

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Face Lift Advice - Cosmetic Surgery or Non-Surgical Facelifts?

Men and women are now living longer, and naturally want to look good for as long as they can. A face lift may make you look 10 years younger, but can cost as much as a new car, involves a stay in hospital and a subsequent recovery period. Cosmetic surgery can have amazing results, as long as you have a reputable surgeon and research all the pros and cons and decide if face lift surgery is for you. Cosmetic face lift surgery generally lasts around 7 years. There is no way to stop the ageing process, but there is a lot we can do to get younger and firmer looking skin. Facelift surgery is an operation which tightens the skin of the lower half of the face and neck, resulting in tighter, firmer skin, a more defined jawline and subsequently younger looking face. A face lift can reverse the ageing process which causes sagging cheeks, neck and jowls.

Facelift surgery involves an incision under the chin and behind the hairline in front of the ear, and along the inside of the hairline towards the back of the head, so that the skin and muscles around the lower face are tightened. A face lift can be combined with an eyebrow lift and eyelid surgery to ensure that the whole face is rejuvenated in a balanced way. It can takes weeks for full recovery, as there will be some swelling and bruising. You should expect to take at least 1 week of work after the surgery. Mini facelifts are less invasive, with recovery over a weekend. Some mini face lifts only involve tightening of the skin, so although they provide quick results with little down time, they do not last as long as a face lift where the connective tissues and muscles underneath the skin are also tightened. There are many websites providing cosmetic surgery information, with before and after photos of patients who have undergone face lift surgery. If you are thinking of having a face lift, do your research and make sure you are aware of all that is involved. Also consider non surgical facelifts and alternative therapies which can help you look years younger and boost your self confidence.

There are many alternatives to surgical facelifts for those not quite ready to go under the knife. Some of these can be applied at home, or in a beauty salon during your lunch hour, with no downtime to recover afterwards. The choice seems to be endless, anti ageing creams and lotions to reduce face and eye wrinkles, CACI for electronic stimulation of facial muscles, botox injections to remove lines caused by muscle contraction, dermal fillers to replace lost collagen in the lips and face. Vitamins, anti oxidants and nutritional supplements can also improve the skin and slow down the ageing process. Massage therapy, chemical skin peels, laser treatments to reduce fine lines and wrinkles, Threadlift face lifts, Thermage facelifts, and even acupuncture can all give a face lift effect. Many people do not want invasive procedures with needles and surgery under a general anaesthetic, so non-surgical face lifts offer a viable and affordable alternative to cosmetic surgery.

To get more advice and information on face lifts and the alternatives to looking younger without cosmetic surgery, visit http://www.faceliftadvice.co.uk

A Corporoate Facelift with Sound Bytes

 J. Paradee

A Corporate Facelift With Sound Bytes

By R.J. Paradee, President First Impression Inc. and MediaRight Studios

If Baby Boomers can get botox and tummy tucks, then why dont companies receive facelifts to improve their image as well? The telephone is the lifeblood of any business. Use it respectfully. Dont leave your clients on-hold to listen to radio static or elevator music. With digital recording and delivery of sound files, professional production of on-hold advertising is both economical and necessary for a positive image. Thats right its imperative that the first impression a client receives of your business (even though they may never visit) is how theyre treated on the telephone. How many times have you called a business to hear Thank you for calling ABC Dental Office please hold before you can get a word in edge-wise. In many cases , what they have on-hold is your first impression of that company.

Music Selection Should be Appealing
At the very least, make certain on-hold music is a decent selection, and that you have permission to broadcast the music to on-hold callers. After all the music chosen is a direct reflection of your business. If you dont get your licensed music from an On-Hold Message provider, you may obtain permission to play certain music on-hold from ASCAP, BMI, or SESAC, the three large performing rights organizations.

Develop Content That Sells Products and Services
Customers who are on-hold are essentially a captive audience. If you want on-hold time to turn into sales, consider hiring a professional producer to mix radio style commercials with licensed music. The copy should be specifically written to cross-sell your products and services. AT&T studies show that people will stay on-hold longer if they hear messages about your company during the waiting period. Do not rely on the please hold for personal assistance to your call, or thank you for your patience while on hold type of messages. I believe these type of messages hurt you more than help you.

Answer Repetitive Questions On-Hold
As youre on-hold spots are developed, remember this marketing strategy is a customer service tool as well as an advertising tool. Take the heat from your receptionist during busy call periods and answer those repetitive questions in on-hold spots.

On-Hold Advertising is Economical
Advertising sales are based on the number of impressions. If a business had one call placed on hold every ten minutes during an eight hour day 5 days per week, there would be 11,000 opportunities each year to market their business and services.

How to Evaluate an On- Hold Company
Make certain you get both male and female voice talent, and that the professional voice is pleasing. The studio you use should employ scriptwriters and offer a selection of licensed music to choose from. You choose the music from their library, not the on-hold company. You dont want the same stale music everyone else uses. In most cases all that is needed is an inexpensive off-the-shelf CD player.

Facts About On-Hold Advertising
Eighty percent of businesses have nothing on-hold, so businesses that do set up programs are on the cutting edge. Twelve percent of businesses do have a radio or CD tuned in while their customers are on-hold. Only 8% of businesses have on-hold programs.

The number of companies who use on-hold as a time to advertise are growing. Thats because business owners are realizing theres no better way to impress a client who has never been to your office than a well designed, informative on-hold program. Remember in todays competitive market, image is everything. On-Hold advertising is one of the best facelifts a company could have.

R.J. Paradee is a host of the coast in his Virginia Beach, Virginia studio. He produces professional quality digital audio through his company, First Impression.