Swelling Under Chin After Facelift
Swelling Under Chin After Facelift If you’re unhappy with your appearance, it may be time to consider the potential benefits of a facelift. For many, this cosmetic surgical procedure can seem daunting, but when you understand what to expect following surgery, you may feel more comfortable moving ahead, especially when you stand to regain your […]
Lumps In Neck After Facelift
Lumps In Neck After Facelift The recovery portion of your facelift journey may not be without some small or even big bumps in the road. It is a possibility that you may develop one or several lumps, bumps, or dimples under the skin of the operated regions of your face. They may appear in various […]
Dimple Surgery Fail
Dimple Surgery Fail The concept of dimpleplasty is to create a natural appearance where there is a connection between a muscle inside the mouth called the buccinator muscle with the skin, so when you smile, you get this nice, natural looking dimple. It seems straightforward in concept, but not in execution as the procedure has […]
Dimple Surgery Side Effects
Dimple Surgery Side Effects Dimple surgery is not a medical necessity; rather, it’s an elective procedure that people undergo to improve self-image and feelings of self-worth. Since it’s an outpatient surgery, you won’t need an overnight stay in the hospital to recover. Local anesthesia is used, so you’re not put to sleep during surgery. Typically, […]
Penectomy
Penectomy What is a Penectomy? A penectomy refers to the surgical removal of the penis. You can have a partial penectomy or a total penectomy. The surgery is the most common way to treat cancer of the penis. You can also have a penectomy as a gender affirmation surgery. About Iranian Surgery Iranian surgery is […]
What Happens If I Lose Weight After Liposuction?
What Happens If I Lose Weight After Liposuction? Fat cells are distinct in their behavior in comparison to other kinds of cells. Upon reaching adulthood, the total number of fat cells in the human body remains quite stable. Weight loss and gain do not occur by adding or reducing fat cells. Rather, it happens when […]
Fat Redistribution After Liposuction
Fat Redistribution After Liposuction One of the questions frequently asked by people interested in having a Liposuction is how body fat behaves post operation— namely, does it redistribute to other areas of the body? In this article, Iranian Surgery cosmetic surgeon clarifies how the body stores fat after liposuction and then explains how patients can […]
Does Liposuction Permanently Remove Fat?
Does Liposuction Permanently Remove Fat? Sometimes, here at Iranian Surgery, we get questions about whether fat can come back or “move around” after liposuction. It’s important to know that liposuction results are permanent, not temporary. You will not see your body “re-grow” or move fat around in response to liposuction. When Iranian Surgery surgeons perform […]
What Is the Success Rate of Radiation Therapy?
What Is the Success Rate of Radiation Therapy? Radiotherapy or Radiation Therapy is a treatment involving the use of high-energy radiation. It’s commonly used to treat cancer. Almost half of all people with cancer have radiotherapy as part of their treatment plan. Radiotherapy is also sometimes used to treat benign (non-cancerous) tumors and other conditions, […]
How Long Does Radiation Stay in Your Body After Cancer Treatment?
How Long Does Radiation Stay in Your Body After Cancer Treatment? Along with surgery and chemotherapy, radiation therapy has long been a mainstay of cancer treatment. It uses high-energy waves or particles such as x-rays, gamma rays, electrons, or protons to destroy or damage tumor cells. Radiation creates small breaks within the DNA of cancer […]
Poland Syndrome Breast
Poland Syndrome Breast As a rare congenital condition Poland Syndrome affects the chest, breast, and sometimes the upper extremity (arm and hand) on one side of the body. Generally, the pectoralis major muscle is absent or underdeveloped, and the overlying breast is absent, small or misshapen. Males are three times more commonly affected than females, […]
Single-Port Radical Prostatectomy
Single-Port Radical Prostatectomy What is a Single Port Radical Prostatectomy? Single port radical prostatectomy is a surgery that removes the entire prostate through a single incision in the abdomen. A prostatectomy can be done in an open surgery as well. However, because of the ability of experienced surgeons to reduce abdominal wall trauma in a […]
Clitoroplasty
Clitoroplasty What is Clitoroplasty? Clitoroplasty is a rare surgical procedure performed on the clitoris, the small, visible part of the female genitalia located at the end of the vulva. The clitoris is a female’s main source of sexual pleasure. The goal of clitoroplasty is to create a clitoris with normal appearance and still retain sensation […]
Why You Must Avoid Alcohol Before Surgery
Why You Must Avoid Alcohol Before Surgery Alcohol before surgery? It’s absolutely not worth the risk to your health — or your life. Drinking alcohol before surgery is taking a major risk. For your own safety and well-being, it’s best to avoid alcohol for at least 48 hours before your scheduled surgery. Alcohol consumption can […]
Rhinoplasty Fellowship in Iran
Rhinoplasty Fellowship in Iran Doctors Who Are Allowed to Perform Rhinoplasty in Iran It is worth noting that surgeons are obliged to present only the items mentioned in their graduation certificate, have them written on the board in their office license and put in a completely visible part of the office, and to perform surgery […]
How Long Before Rhinoplasty Should I Stop Drinking?
How Long Before Rhinoplasty Should I Stop Drinking? Rhinoplasty is one of the most common cosmetic surgery procedures in the world. In the United States, more than 220,000 nose jobs are performed every year. The outcome of rhinoplasty doesn’t just depend on the surgeon’s qualification and experience. It’s up to the patient to prepare for […]
Does Rhinoplasty Last Lifetime
Does Rhinoplasty Last Lifetime A nose job, also known as a rhinoplasty, is a plastic surgery that modifies the form and/or function of the nose. Most people undergoing a rhinoplasty seek to make their appearance more aesthetically pleasing. However, a rhinoplasty can also improve the function of the nose, such as by improving the ability […]
Will The Tip of My Nose Get Smaller After Rhinoplasty?
Will The Tip of My Nose Get Smaller After Rhinoplasty? Most people get nose jobs to make their noses smaller. However, many people worry that the tips of their noses seem larger after rhinoplasty. The tip of most people’s noses should become smaller after rhinoplasty. The skin and/or added cartilage in the nose, particularly on […]
Does Rhinoplasty Need Maintenance
Does Rhinoplasty Need Maintenance Most patients who choose to undergo a “nose job” or rhinoplasty here at Iranian Surgery, are often surprised to learn that the results require some maintenance in order to ensure they last as long as possible. Rhinoplasty procedures vary and as a result the maintenance work and recovery time also varies. […]
Trench Mouth
Trench Mouth What is Trench Mouth? Trench mouth is a quickly progressing infection of the gums marked by bleeding, swelling, pain, ulcers between the teeth and death to gum tissue. The possibility of death (necrosis) to the teeth’s supporting structures makes trench mouth a more advanced and serious form of gingivitis, a common type of […]
Hip Revision Surgery
Hip Revision Surgery What is Hip Revision Surgery? Hip revision surgery is performed to repair an artificial hip joint (prosthesis) that has been damaged over time due to an infection, or due to normal wear and tear of the prosthetic hip. Revision surgery helps to correct the problem so the hip can function normally again. […]
Do Your Teeth Rot Under Veneers?
Do Your Teeth Rot Under Veneers? If you are familiar with how porcelain veneers work, you know that they can be a great way to achieve your ideal smile. However, here at Iranian Surgery, many of our cosmetic dentistry patients ask us before their treatment if porcelain veneers damage, hurt, or ruin their teeth. No. […]
Do permanent veneers look better than temporary?
Do permanent veneers look better than temporary? Sometimes, you need to wear temporary veneers until you can get a permanent solution for your teeth. With that in mind, some people might worry about how temporary veneers look, whether permanent ones just look much better and whether they should worry about getting them? Let’s take a […]
What Are the Chances of Pregnancy with Donor Eggs?
What Are the Chances of Pregnancy with Donor Eggs? Using a donor egg for IVF is a delicate process with many steps and no guarantee of success. Specifically, there’s no way to be sure whether a given donor egg will be successful in producing a live, healthy child at the end of the process. Egg […]
Donor Eggs Epigenetics
Donor Eggs Epigenetics Epigenetics has been a fascinating and growing field of study over recent years, especially because of the implications it has for patients using donor eggs or donor embryos. In this blog, we will give a quick explanation of what exactly epigenetics is, and the incredible connections it establishes between a donor egg […]
Bariatric Vitamin Comparison Chart
Bariatric Vitamin Comparison Chart After bariatric surgery, you must take vitamins for the rest of your life. Serious illness can result from non-compliance with your vitamin and mineral guidelines. Mood, energy, and focus can also suffer from a lack of proper vitamins after bariatric surgery. Blood tests are required every three months for your first […]
Sinus Lift Side Effects
Sinus Lift Side Effects Side Effects of a Sinus Lift If you are considering having a sinus lift procedure, it is important to know that this procedure will significantly alter the structure of your upper jawbone, and will involve a recovery period, during which there will be swelling and discomfort. A local anesthetic will be […]
Sinus Lift Complications
Sinus Lift Complications Complications of Sinus Lift Surgery Thankfully, serious complications in sinus lift procedures are very rare. Like any surgery though, there is some risk of complications, which include the following: . Puncturing of the sinus membrane during surgery. This is by far the most common complication during a sinus lift. Your surgeon should […]
Disadvantages and Risks of Mini IVF
Disadvantages and Risks of Mini IVF Mini IVF Disadvantages Since fewer eggs are retrieved in mini-IVF, the probability of a successful pregnancy is also reduced. The 10-15 eggs retrieved in standard IVF provides backup if eggs are damaged in the process or if eggs are evaluated as poor candidates for fertilization. With mini-IVF, the doctor […]
How Long Do I Need to Sleep Elevated After Breast Augmentation?
How Long Do I Need to Sleep Elevated After Breast Augmentation? Like any other surgery, breast augmentation is not a one-stop destination, but rather a progressive journey. You must commit to certain steps and tips to ensure you get the most out of your boob job. Sleeping is essential to the recovery process of […]