What Is A Facelift?
12/01/10 13:03
The rhytidectomy, much more commonly known as a facelift, is a cosmetic surgery specifically designed to restore a more youthful appearance by removing major obvious wrinkles and sagging skin from the facial area.
The procedure involves tightening of the facial and neck muscles, as well as actual removal of any excess skin.
In doing so the patient should find his or her appearance to be several years more youthful than before. In some good cases, a patient may look as many as 10 years younger!
The skin naturally begins to wrinkle and sag as a result of age, sun exposure, and genetics. Children and young adults have smooth, round faces due to evenly distributed tissues in facial contours. Over time, the skin sags and folds.
This is particularly occurs around the chin, jaw line, and neck. Not only does a facelift improve facial appearance but also has a dramatic effect on the chin and neck, enhancing the patientís profile.
Though as dramatic as the end results are, unlike several other types of cosmetic surgery, a facelift is not a simple procedure, and requires anywhere from one to two weeks of rest to make a full recovery.
This is a procedure that does actually demand some work from the patient beforehand. Before going in, avoid drugs that contain aspirin for several weeks prior to surgery to minimize excess bleeding. You may be required to take antibiotics to prevent infection. Depending on the doctor, you may be instructed to shampoo your hair the night before surgery.
For the procedure the surgeon will make incisions inside the hairline at the temple, then around the earlobe and behind the ear, ending at the scalp area. Excess skin is removed and sagging muscles and connective tissues are tightened.
In some cases, fatty deposits may be removed from beneath the chin and neck. Incisions are closed with small sutures. The surgery may take up to 5 hours, depending on how many other facial procedures are being done in conjunction with the facelift.
There will be a lot of swelling afterwards, but after about two weeks the patient should notice a steady recovery beginning. Scarring fades quickly.
In the time following surgery the patient should avoid the sun for several weeks after surgery. The main thing to remember is that the healing process takes time. It is gradual, and so the final results may not be noticeable for even half a year. Keep patient, and soon enough the positive results will become clear.
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Facial Exercise For Skin Care, Wrinkle Free Face
12/01/10 13:00
Exercises have been one of the most important things of our life. It is always known that exercise has benefited us in many ways.
In earlier times people didn't have gyms to go to, but their daily activities was not less than a gym. Going in the field, filling water from the well, going for swimming in the lake, washing clothes, washing utensils, making food without a proper gas were some of the basic things which required lot of energy and due to this they remain fit.
Now, things have changed drastically. Looking at the way things are carried out in recent times, we can claim to be technically sound and futuristic in many ways. Being high-end and making full use of technology has helped us in many ways to improve our lifestyle.
Exercising our body is done either by going to the gym or by doing some household chores.
In that case our face also needs to be taken care off. By the amount of pollutants that affect our face we are bound to have some or the other problems.
One of the apprehensions about life, for many is the idea of being old. As times flies, slowly and steadily it starts reflecting on your face in the form of wrinkles, lines, double chin, sagging of the muscles and many other things.
To avoid such problems relating to wrinkles and sagging, we can do facial exercise. These would help you ward off all possibilities of wrinkles. It will help you give that extra glow which has disappeared from your face for a very long time.
There are face-lifting tools in the market which you can use, depending upon how useful they prove to be. Then there are the common facial exercises which you can do it at home at your own free will.
Facial exercises for you
If you want to sharpen your jaw line you can slap your chin with the back of your hand quickly and very lightly for at least 30 times.
Stroking your face with upward movement can relax your mind and body.
To reduce the small lines around your mouth you can curl your lips into your mouth and then try to bowl air through your mouth without opening your mouth. This would help to stretch your muscles around the mouth. While doing this count to 5 and then relax. Repeat this at least 10 times for better results.
There has been a long running debate about facial exercise. Are they are really good or do they just make things worse? This can be found only when you talk to other people or consult your doctor about the same.
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Advantages & Disadvantages of Wart Removal
12/01/10 12:55
Many people make the decision to remove their own warts, often at home.
However, it is important that you examine all of your options, including the advantages and disadvantages of such a move. And the same applies if you are learning towards having your wart removed professionally.
Perhaps, the greatest advantage of having your warts moved professionally, often at a doctorís office, is the fact that it is being professionally done. Almost all doctors, including dermatologists and primary care physicians, have experience with wart removal. This means that you do not, in most cases, have to worry about complications arising that could happen if you choose to remove the warts yourself, at home.
In addition to having your warts professionally removed, you will also find that you are given professional care and professional advice.
When having a wart removed, it is important that you take care of your skin, until it completely heals. This may include keeping it covered or regularly applying antibiotic cream. By visiting your primary care physician or a dermatologist, you should be given a detailed set of directions. In fact, your doctor or dermatologist may even give you free supplies, such as special a special type of skincare cream or bandage.
One of the few disadvantages of a professional wart removal is the cost of doing so. If you have health insurance, you are advised to check your policy. A large number of health insurance plans, in the United States, cover warts that are or need to be professionally removed. If you do not have health insurance, you are advised to speak to your doctor. A large number of primary care physicians, as well as dermatologists, will allow you to set up a payment plan, thus making wart removal doable.
Another disadvantage to having your wart professionally removed is one that really shouldn't even be an issue, but it is. A larger number of individuals, maybe even yourself included, are concerned with the appearance of their warts.
Despite the fact that warts are harmless, many individuals do not want others to know that they have them. That is why a large number of individuals make the decision to perform their own wart removal procedures. Remember that doctors are use to seeing warts and other health issues or conditions so you should not be afraid of showing your physician your warts. Not only can they professionally remove them for you, but they can also reassure you that warts are common and nothing to be ashamed of.
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However, it is important that you examine all of your options, including the advantages and disadvantages of such a move. And the same applies if you are learning towards having your wart removed professionally.
Perhaps, the greatest advantage of having your warts moved professionally, often at a doctorís office, is the fact that it is being professionally done. Almost all doctors, including dermatologists and primary care physicians, have experience with wart removal. This means that you do not, in most cases, have to worry about complications arising that could happen if you choose to remove the warts yourself, at home.
In addition to having your warts professionally removed, you will also find that you are given professional care and professional advice.
When having a wart removed, it is important that you take care of your skin, until it completely heals. This may include keeping it covered or regularly applying antibiotic cream. By visiting your primary care physician or a dermatologist, you should be given a detailed set of directions. In fact, your doctor or dermatologist may even give you free supplies, such as special a special type of skincare cream or bandage.
One of the few disadvantages of a professional wart removal is the cost of doing so. If you have health insurance, you are advised to check your policy. A large number of health insurance plans, in the United States, cover warts that are or need to be professionally removed. If you do not have health insurance, you are advised to speak to your doctor. A large number of primary care physicians, as well as dermatologists, will allow you to set up a payment plan, thus making wart removal doable.
Another disadvantage to having your wart professionally removed is one that really shouldn't even be an issue, but it is. A larger number of individuals, maybe even yourself included, are concerned with the appearance of their warts.
Despite the fact that warts are harmless, many individuals do not want others to know that they have them. That is why a large number of individuals make the decision to perform their own wart removal procedures. Remember that doctors are use to seeing warts and other health issues or conditions so you should not be afraid of showing your physician your warts. Not only can they professionally remove them for you, but they can also reassure you that warts are common and nothing to be ashamed of.
For more information, go to Remove Moles Warts & Tags
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Cold Sores: Tips For Healing Them
12/01/10 12:46
That tingling you feel just above your upper lip is unmistakable. You know that it's the start of another cold sore. You've gone through this routine before. First it gets red, then that itchy tingly area puffs out into a big embarrassing cold sore. For some reason you can't stop checking it out in the mirror.
Why, you wonder, does it have to happen to me ?
Cold sores are caused by the herpes simplex virus. It's likely that some relative of yours infected you when you were a child by kissing you at a time when their herpes simplex was infectious. The virus went right into your mouth and sought a hospitable host cell that would let the virus move right in. The virus then "ordered" the DNA in its host cell to make lots more viruses exactly like it.
For most of the time, these viruses are homebodies. They stay put, but from time to time the virus family likes to take a little trip down the nerve highways until it reaches the skin surface. When this happens, you start to feel that awful tingling sensation that signals the start of another cold sore.
What can you do about it ?
Keep The Cold Sore Clean And Dry. If the cold sore isn't really bothersome, just leave it alone. Make sure to keep the sore clean and dry. If it become pussy - and this rarely happens - seek medical attention to make sure the bacterial infection is properly treated.
Replace Your Toothbrush
Your trusty toothbrush can hold the herpes virus for days, reinfecting you after the present cold sore heals. Get rid of your toothbrush as soon as you start with a cold sore, and after your cold sore has gone, replace your toothbrush for a second time just in case. Don't take any chances.
Don't Keep Your Toothbrush In The Bathroom
A nice wet toothbrush in a moist environment like your bathroom is a cosy home for the herpes simplex virus. The moisture helps prolong the life of the herpes virus on your toothbrush, that's why it should be stored in a dry place.
Use Small Tubes Of Toothpaste
Toothpaste can transmit disease too, so if you use smaller tubes, you'll be replacing your toothpaste more often.
Protect With Petroleum Jelly
Cover your cold sore with petroleum jelly. Be sure not to dip back into the jelly with the same finger you used to touch your sore. It would be better to use fresh cotton buds.
Zap It With Zinc
Several studies have shown that a water-based zinc solution applied the minute you feel that tingling, will help speed the healing time. The zinc irons crosslink with the DNA molecule of the herpes virus and prevent the double helix from splitting, this means the virus can't get the DNA to help it replicate. Zinc gluconate, available at health food stores, is kinder to the skin than zinc sulphate.
Identify The Pattern
What was going on in your life just before you got your last cold sore ? What about the cold sore prior to that ? If you do some investigating, you just might figure out what triggers a cold sore for you. If you can find a trigger, you'll know when to take the most care.
Soften It With An OTC
There are numerous products that claim to heal cold sores. In general, they contain some emollient to reduce cracking and soften scabs, and a numbing agent like phenol or camphor. Phenol may have some antiviral properties, and it's possible that it could kill the virus.
Block That Sun Or Wind
Protecting your lips from trauma like sunburn or wind exposure is thought be one of the keys to preventing cold sores.
Avoid Arginine-Rich Foods
The herpes virus needs arginine as an essential amino acid for its metabolism, so cut out foods such as chocolate, cola, peas, grain cereals, peanuts, gelatine, cashews and beer.
Correct Your Perception
No one likes getting a cold sore. But you've got one, so focusing on it and worrying about how you look can make it worse. Cut out your negative thoughts. Tell yourself that it's just like a pimple and it won't interfere in your life in any way !
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