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Cosmetic procedures in women over 50 have soared by nearly 70%

The number of women opting for post-menopause cosmetic treatments is on the rise, a leading clinic has claimed.  The Harley Medical Group said the women over 50 are now its fastest growing clientele, as those going through ‘the change’ try to turn back the clock.

New figures suggest growing numbers are having non-surgical facelifts in a bid to tackle the effects and give themselves a confidence boost. Read More...

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  Starting tomorrow, October 21, 2010, Dr, Anire Okpaku, MD, FACS, unveils and launches the new, cutting edge eMatrix™ treatment system, a portable touch screen device that allows surgeons to program dermatological procedures requiring skin resurfacing. With a simple touch of his finger,
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Face Lifts Can Defy Gravity!

The saying about old age being no place for sissies--most often attributed to Bette Davis--is so right. Along with more serious issues some women develop as the years pass, comes sagging of muscles, skin and fat as body tissues inevitably lose the battle with gravity. Read More...

Miami Plastic Surgeon Discusses a Range of
Body Cosmetic Surgery Enhancements 

Description 

Changing the body's appearance is often times more involved than just eating a well balanced diet and exercising regularly. Even the strictest of diet and exercise regimens are sometimes not enough to eliminate fatty tissues stored in the body or to add fat to certain parts of the body in order to enhance them.



Introduction 

Don't hurt yourself with dangerous diets or extreme workout regimens. If you find that no matter what you do you can't drop those extra curves, these procedures may be for you.


Some Body Sculpting Procedures are: 

• Tummy Tuck (Abdominoplasty) 
• Liposuction 
• Body Lift 
• Buttocks Lift 
• Arm Lifts (Brachioplasty)

Sometimes simply dieting and exercising are not enough to take care of waistline problems. In such cases, a patient may wish to consider a tummy tuck (or abdominoplasty). When Dr. Okpaku performs a tummy tuck he surgically removes the excess skin or fatty deposits from the abdomen, along with the repositioning of abdomen muscles into a tighter formation. 

This bodily enhancement procedure is designed for those who wish to have a flatter and tighter stomach. It is also helpful in remedying the vertical separation of abdomen muscles known as diastasis, which can occur following pregnancy.


Reasons for Considering an Abdominoplasty: 

• Inability of dieting and exercise to improve the abdomen area. 
• Excessive accumulation of skin following weight loss. 
• Loss of skin elasticity or diastases (loose abdomen muscles) due to pregnancy. 
• The removal of unsightly skin and fat deposits as well as the proper alignment of the abdomen muscles to produce a more flattering look. 

Liposuction: (aka lipoplasty) 

Liposuction is a body-sculpting procedure to remove fat that is unresponsive to dieting and exercising. This procedure can be applied to nearly any area of the body and is commonly used on multiple areas during an operation. 

This procedure results in a slimmer and better proportioned figure. Liposuction is used effectively to reduce love handles, saddlebags, a double-chin, a bulge around the waistline, or other unsightly fatty deposits in order to develop a better shape and create a more beautiful body. 


Reasons for Considering Liposuction: 

Eliminating fat from any of the following areas: 

• Chin and Neckline 
• Back 
• Upper Arms 
• Stomach and Waistline 
• Hips and Buttocks 
• Thighs and Knees 
• Create a more proportioned figure 

Body Lift: 

Also known as a belt lipectomy, is a procedure to raise and reshape unsightly, sagging body contours. During the aging process, skin loses some elasticity, causing the mid-section to lose its natural shape and firmness. This procedure is designed to remove loose skin and related fat deposits, thus, providing a more youthful appearance. A body lift can be applied to the lower torso and upper legs including the abdomen, waist, inner/outer thighs, buttocks, and/or hips. Liposuction may also be completed in conjunction with a body lift. 

Reasons for Considering a Body Lift: 

• Reshape mid-body contour. 
• Correct sagging skin and fat due to aging or excessive weight loss. 
• Remedy weight gain and stretched skin caused by multiple pregnancies 

Why should you consider surgery after weight loss? 

Once you reach your weight loss goals you may find you do not have the fit and healthy body image you expected. After weight loss, the skin and tissues that have been severely stretched over the years, lack elasticity and cannot readjust to the new, smaller size of the body. As a result, sagging pockets of skin may form around the face, neck and jaw line, at the upper arms, lower back, the abdomen region and around the hips, buttocks, groin area and thighs. 


The surplus, sagging skin that is left behind after massive weight loss, can cause considerable hygienic problems, skin irritation, skin breakdown, pain and even infection. This loose, sagging skin looks abnormal in most cases and gets in the way of normal activities or movement. 


Aging, pregnancy, some genetic skin conditions, and major weight loss can also result in severe hanging tissues, considering the body is a three dimensional object. When the problem extends around the body, Body Lift Surgery can address loose drooping tissues all around the body. Body Lift Surgery often involves several stages to address the entire body: Lower Body Lift, Breast Lift, Arm Lift, Thigh Lift, Upper Body Lift among other procedures. 



In addition to our surgical procedures, we also provide numerous non-surgical treatments. For example, Exilis can help reshape your body without surgery. This is an innovative approach to non-invasive body contouring available exclusively through our center. 


About the Author

Anire Okpaku, MD, FACS is an internationally recognized plastic surgeon that personally cares for each patient. Dr. Okpaku, affectionately known as "Dr. O" by his patients and staff, is a distinguished member of the AMA, ASPS, and ACS. He is an internationally renowned surgeon who has been featured on syndicated radio and many national TV shows. A dedicated and experienced professional, Dr. Okpaku is a highly sought after, Board-Certified plastic surgeon and the Medical Director of Ocean View Plastic Surgery serving the needs of Miami, Fort Lauderdale, South Florida, and his international clients. 


He began his undergraduate career at the University of Colorado at Boulder, attended medical school at the prestigious Jefferson Medical College, completed a five year residency in General Surgery at Jackson Memorial Hospital, and finished his training with a three year fellowship in Plastic Surgery at the University of Texas Health Science center at San Antonio. He is Board Certified with the American Board of General Surgery, is a Board Certified Diplomat of The American Board of Plastic Surgery and a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons. 


Dr. Anire Okpaku's South Florida office has extensive experience in a variety of body targeted cosmetic surgeries. From Tummy Tuck and Liposuction to Arm Lifts (Brachioplasty) and Body Lifts, our multi-lingual, highly trained staff will ensure you’re getting the best work done. 


Please come and visit us online at www.DrOBodies.com to get more information on these procedures and many more… 


Dr. Anire Okpaku, MD, FACS 
Phone: 305.856.9566 
Fax: 305.856.9567 

Address: 
1900 Brickell Avenue 
Miami, FL 33129