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Body Lift Surgical Procedures For Bariatric Weight Loss Patients

A Lower Body Lift is an extension of an abdominoplasty or tummy tuck, which follows the bikini line around the entire body. In addition to the benefits of an abdominoplasty, it removes excess skin and fat and lifts the soft tissues of the thighs and buttocks. Some have referred to this procedure as a “face lift” for the body. It accomplishes more than just removing redundant skin. A Lower Body Lift actually rejuvenates the appearance of the body by tightening the supportive soft tissues of the treated area and can also improve cellulite.  The Lower Body Lift can also be performed in combination with Breast Lift and Breast Augmentation procedures to produce a complete overall body transformation.

Drs. Tachmes and Pielet perform these procedures in the privacy of their state of the art plastic surgery suite located on Lincoln Road, South Beach.  The surgeons usually operate in tandem to expedite the procedure and reduce overall operative time.  Most cases require general anesthesia and last from 3 to 5 hours.  Patients then spend 1-3 days recovering in a nearby South Beach Hotel with optional overnight nursing care available.  Our practice can also arrange for a monthly rental apartment on miami beach for out of town patients who would like to stay in south florida longer.  Patients usually take 2-3 weeks off from work, depending on their occupation.  They can usually resume their normal level of activity 4 to 6 weeks after surgery. There is a permanent scar which fades over time and is easily hidden by bikini bottoms or panties.

Yes, you can finance cosmetic surgery! It’s an affordable and sensible option….  This trend continues to grow especially in these economically challenging times.

A major player in the cosmetic surgery financing game is CareCredit www.carecredit.com. They have been around for years and are backed by G.E. Money Bank.  With CareCredit, you have the option of doing a 0% interest plan or stretching it out for up to 60 months.  So, a common procedure such as rhinoplasty, pectoral augmentation, buttock augmentation and liposuction can be as low as $141 per month.  You can even use CareCredit for you injectables such as Botox and fillers.

CareCredit has made the process quick and easy.  To apply, you simply answer a few questions by going to their website at www.carecredit.com, calling them at 800-365-8295 or applying in our office.  Any method you use will give you an immediate answer.  We also provide a convenient link on our website at tachmesmd.com.

Once you are approved, you can use it to pay for all or a portion of your surgical fees and still have money in the bank.  CareCredit gives you a line of credit that can be used for cosmetic surgery in our office or for any other medical practice that accepts Care Credit such as vision correction, dentistry or even with your veterinarian.

So, if you have been considering getting a cosmetic procedure and were uncertain about how you would pay for it or you just did not want to spend your money up front, consider financing as a smart way to go.

The exclusive plastic surgery practice of Dr. Pielet and Dr. Tachmes is designed to provide the ambiance of luxury within a safe, state-of-the-art environment for aesthetic service delivery.  This practice at Miami Beach Plastic Surgery Center and Medspa is the only full-service plastic surgery clinic and medspa directed by a board-certified plastic surgeon on South Beach, situated on beautiful Lincoln Road and Meridian Ave.  The practice provides a fully accredited operating room and recovery suite with a separate VIP entrance and exit for the ultimate in privacy and concierge luxury service.

If you have more questions or to set up a consultation to see Dr. Pielet or Dr. Tachmes, please contact our office at 305-531-9800 or via email at hello@tachmesmd.com.

Yes, it’s true. Scientists conducted a study where they gave two different diet programs to a group of 144 obese people. Both diets  were low-carbohydrate and consisted of 1400 calories for women and 1600 calories for men. The only difference? One group got to eat a high-protein, high-carbohydrate, breakfast with a selection of cookies, chocolate, cake or ice cream for dessert. 

The New York Times reports: “During an initial 16-week period, the average weight loss in each group was identical — about 32 pounds. But over a 16-week follow-up, people on the dessert-with-breakfast diet lost an additional 13 pounds on average, while the others gained back all but 3.5 of the pounds they had lost.”

The dieters on the desert regimen reported higher levels of fullness and maintained lower levels of a hormone called ghrelin, which stimulates appetite. Important stuff!

This is the first time in the mass-media (there are several research studies on it)that I’ve come across the all-important factor neglected by most dietary approaches: Nutrient Timing. It’s not just what you eat, it’s WHEN you eat.

This mirrors the advice I’ve been giving clients for years: To lose more weight, eat starches and sugars ONLY in the morning and after a workout. Why? Because you’re more metabolically active! That means that the calories are being used instead of stored around your waistline.

It’s also an important step because it goes against the the common saying that “it’s all about calories.” Our body’s metabolism is just more complex than that. Apart from the timing consideration, this study addresses the psychological aspect as well. By eating some dessert, the dieters were able maintain their weight loss while the other group gained some lbs back. Ideally, we would only eat a dessert as a once-in-a-while treat but many people aren’t ready for that. If you’re not ready give up your chocolate cake yet, this is a good step in the right direction.

Your Take Away:

If you’re a dessert lover who has trouble giving up the goodies yet still wants to lose weight, try eating your desserts after a good breakfast. I recommend that you eat your starches (breads, cereals, pastas, etc.) in the morning or after you workout as well.

Guest Blogger, South Beach Personal Trainer, Ted Ryce

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My top two tips to all uneducated consumers:

·      Retinol is a miracle anti-aging product when used correctly and at the proper dosage. Prescriptive strengths of retinol are much more effective on aged skin and using for corrective purposes. You must wear proper sun protection everyday when using retinol to avoid developing hyperpigmentation (brow spots) due to retinol making your skin photo sensitive.

·      Another product that is out on the market and can be sold over the counter under a certain percentage is Hydroquinone. Hydroquinone is considered a “bleaching” cream that actually works to inhibit the production of melanin. It is extremely rare that when purchasing a product that contains this ingredient, that the non-professional will be fully aware of the proper use of Hydroquinone as well as adverse reactions. Hydroquinone is best to be used twice a day and for NO LONGER than 6 months at a time. The product actually plateaus around this point and could possible start to cause darkening if over used. Also, you must wear sun protection everyday with this product as it can cause your skin to become photo sensitive.

ALWAYS SEEK A SKIN CARE PROFESSIONAL AT A DOCTOR’S OFFICE TO RECEIVE PROPER INFORMATION AND EFFECTIVE SKIN CARE PRODUCTS.