April 21st, 2009 Michael A. Jazayeri M.D.
I recently came across an article by Reuters, which I think is interesting. The article discusses an increasing trend in patients seeking cosmetic plastic surgery in order to improve their chances in the job market.
Just a few weeks ago, there was an article in the Los Angeles Times about the same trend occurring in China!
Is there any merit to all of this?
Unfortunately beauty is NOT in the eye of the beholder. Studies have shown an attractive, tall person has a higher chance of obtaining a higher paid position, given the same qualifications as an unattractive, short person.
This is not to say if you are tall and attractive, you are automatically guaranteed a better position. Eventually your merits (or lack thereof) will catch up with you!
I think what happens is cosmetic surgery (especially on the face, which is visible all the time) causes the patient to increase their confidence level. This, in turn, will “unleash” the hidden confidence and ability which that person had from the beginning. Again, it goes back to merits. The surgery allows that person’s potential, which was buried under a heap of shyness, to blossom.
If you are realistic about your abilities and have a prominent, unattractive nose or a tired and aging face and neck, I think cosmetic surgery has a high likelihood of improving your self-confidence.
My personal philosophy about cosmetic plastic surgery is NOT to have an over done look. A face lift or a nose job should look natural. I never forget a patient of mine who had nose surgery, face and neck lift. She returned from her 20 year high school reunion for a follow-up. She said every one had complimented her on how well she had aged. No one asked her if she had plastic surgery!
I feel the same about breast augmentation. Many of my younger patients want to go “big”. I always tell them an exaggerated breast, face or body will get you attention, but it does not necessarily gain you respect! It is better to gain people’s respect first…the attention will follow.
Michael A. Jazayeri, M.D. is a board certified plastic surgeon with over 10 years of experience. His office is located in Santa Ana, California. To schedule a complimentary consultation, please call 714-834-0101.
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April 15th, 2009 Michael A. Jazayeri M.D.
Has the economy gotten you depressed? I know I am!
Many of my friends are putting off or delaying “luxury” activities. However, this does not mean we have to die either!
Many of us, especially women, suffer from spider veins (telangectasia) and varicose veins on the thighs and legs. Many are embarrassed by them, but do not realize treatment is available.
I prefer to inject the spider or varicose vein with a sclerosing agent (which causes scarring inside the wall of the vein, causing it to scar down). I have been performing this technique for many years and have had great success with it.
This is an outpatient procedure and does not require pain medication or anesthesia. The patient can drive home after the injections are completed. The only necessary requirement is to wear a support panty hose for 72 hours after the procedure.
There may be bruising at the site of injection and the final result may take 1-2 months.
If you have very large varicose veins which are painful and bleed, you are not a good candidate for this procedure.
The cost is very reasonable. The treatment can cost as low as $50. The usual range is $400-500, depending on the amount of injections required.
I have attached a before and after photo to illustrate the effectiveness of this procedure.
If you like to schedule a complimentary consultation with Dr. Jazayeri, please call 714-834-0101.
Michael A. Jazayeri, M.D. is a board certified plastic surgeon with over 10 years of experience. His office is centrally located in Orange County, in the city of Santa Ana.
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April 3rd, 2009 Michael A. Jazayeri M.D.
Gynecomastia is the medical term for enlarged breast in men.
In majority of men, the cause is genetic and idiopathic (no known cause). Typically, the breast tissue grows around puberty and remains large.
It is important to rule out reversible causes such as certain medication, anabolic steroid use, excessive alcohol intake, and medical conditions causing hormonal imbalance.
Probably the most common medication causing gynecomastia is Cimetidine, which is an antacid.
Increased estrogen levels leading to enlarged breast can be due to testicular tumors or hyperthyroidism. Any liver disease may cause decreased clearance of estrogen, leading to gynecomastia.
Certainly, if any doubt exists, breast cancer should be ruled out by mammography or ultrasound. Male breast cancer is rare, but it does occur.
Assuming all reversible or treatable causes have been ruled out, what options does a patient have for gynecomastia? The most common procedure is liposuction, which involves suctioning of the fatty breast tissue. Liposuction alone is adequate for most patients. However, in a patient who has excess skin or non-fatty breast tissue, actual removal of breast tissue (subcutaneous mastectomy) with or without a breast lift may be necessary.
Gynecomastia surgery is a rewarding procedure both for the patient and the surgeon. Many patients who were embarrassed to wear a bathing suit are now proud to show off their new breasts (or lack of!)
I have attached a before and after photo to illustrate the effectiveness of this procedure.
Michael A. Jazayeri, M.D. is a board certified plastic surgeon with over 10 years of experience. To schedule a complimentary consultation, please call 714-834-0101.
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