The ‘new look’ plastic surgery…
The world of plastic surgery is certainly a fast-moving one and the development
of new minimal invasive techniques with less discomfort and less recovery time
has made it more affordable and more attractive to both men and women of all
ages, but whilst the range of medical procedures on offer can have significant
effects many people are still reluctant to undergo surgery of any kind….
The great news is that there are now a range of treatments that are available
using non-surgical procedures that improve skin health and appearance to make
it youthful and radiant once again. These treatments are effective on their own or
can be used to delay the need for surgery or to enhance the benefits of surgery.
Dr Christian Popa is a plastic surgeon in Limassol who has found that the new
range of non-surgical skin treatments are proving popular especially with younger
men and women –
‘Many people subconsciously judge others by their physical appearance both in
the work environment and socially and with the influence of the media we are
under continual pressure to look good. Unfortunately, exposure to the sun, poor
nutrition, smoking, air pollution and pre-existing skin conditions all take their toll
and my patients worry when they find they have a family celebration or interview
to attend- or at this time of the year- Christmas coming, but with the appropriate
skincare programme their skin can soon be rejuvenated and looking good again’.
One in the range of effective treatments is the skin peel and there are several
different ones available – superficial, medium depth and deep – with the deeper
the peel making the greater change or improvement to the skin. Peels can be
used effectively to treat a variety of pigmentary changes to the skin such as ‘sun’
spots, brown pigmenting as well as benign and pre-malignant skin conditions.
Before deciding on which treatment to use, the plastic surgeon evaluates the skin
condition thoroughly to decide which will be most effective. Like all of the nonsurgical procedures the peels are quick to use and recovery time is minimal
Oxy Touch is another very effective treatment that really rejuvenates the skin
because it regenerates the collagen which improves the elasticity of the skin
making it much suppler and the result is that this immediately improves wrinkles
and scarring as well as combating the damage caused by sunlight or ageing.
This treatment is also good news for teenagers as it eliminates the anaerobic
organisms that aggravate acne. As its name suggests, Oxy Touch uses oxygen
and saline so it is a gentle treatment that does not harm the body in any way –
making it ideal for everyone. Oxy Touch is also excellent for general skin care as
it cleans and tones the skin. The great bonus about this treatment is that it is
quick to have done and no recovery time is needed at all.
The one skin problem that many women – and an increasing number of men -
are particularly self conscious of is wrinkles. Whilst some proudly declare that
they have ‘laughter lines’ many others seek the help of a plastic surgeon
especially as the non-surgical treatment is now so quick and effective. Musclerelaxing injections like Botox offer a simple and convenient solution for the
removal of facial wrinkles and furrows including frown lines between the
eyebrows, ‘Crows feet’ around the eyes and horizontal forehead wrinkles that
can all give a face a tired, worried, older look and even one of permanent anger!
Treatment makes a face look younger and fresher without altering its character
and the maximum effect can be seen just 7- 10 days afterwards and lasts for 4 6 months – sometimes longer.
The treatment that all the papers are currently obsessed with is ‘lip enhancement’
and they all discuss whether the different stars have had this treatment as full lips
in today’s society are seen as a sign of beauty and youthfulness. Treatment uses
non-surgical injections and is good if you have thin, wrinkled, poorly defined or
flat lips or the thin vertical smoker’s lines on the lips that for ladies can cause
lipsticks to run. The treatment is also particularly effective for those in their late
twenties/early thirties. Once again, treatment is quick and is worth considering if
you are planning a kiss under the mistletoe with someone special this year!
And talking of Christmas… I know what I would like from my Plastic
Surgeon…eternal youth just like Aphrodite!....
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Dr Christian Popa, Plastic Surgeon in Limassol can be contacted by
telephone on 25-749425, by Fax 25-749419 or by e-mail..
morphesmedical@yahoo.com
Chrissie Flint