The next popular approach for placement of breast implants is through the axilla (arm pit). The scar from this approach is nicely hidden so that there are no scars on the breast. Creation of a proper pocket for the implant is difficult because direct vision of the tissues is difficult. Although some surgeons have been successful with this approach, I find that it often leads to a pocket that is too lateral resulting in separated breasts and poor cleavage. To improve the chances for success, I recommend the assistance of video endoscopy to create the best pocket and to control possible bleeding.

A novelty that I believe is losing popularity is the umbilical approach. Few surgeons have found this to be successful because it is a completely blind procedure. Pocket placement and control of possible bleeding are extremely difficult. I believe that placement of silicone breast implants is impossible through this approach.

Ultimately, choose the approach that you believe will give the best result, but make sure your surgeon is experienced with this technique.

For more information on Breast Augmentation or to schedule a consultation contact Dr. Gallegos.

Lost volume can be addressed with injections of fat, Radiesse, or Juvederm/Restylane. The injections are well tolerated and offer great results. There is no comparative study to assess which technique is best but I believe all are good. I prefer to use Radiesse because it lasts long and there is not the added procedure of harvesting fat. Results will be complete after a few days of swelling.

Restoring the skin can be done with lasers. I recommend the Matrix Laser (Fractional CO2) or the Pearl Laser from Cutera. The newer tighter skin will be noticeable within 1 week. These lasers can also remove brown pigment spots. Lasers can also be used on the arms.

For more information on Hand Rejuvenation or to schedule a consultation please feel free to contact my office.

Dr. Gallegos firmly believes in preserving your beautiful features, while providing a naturally appealing enhancement. In fact, Dr. Galleogos will conduct a thorough consultation with you to determine the best approach to plastic surgery. He will also inform you about alternatives and adjuncts to surgery. In some cases, you may not need a facelift when you could be better served by another type of procedure. In other cases, you may desire an additional procedure in order to have balance and harmony for your face.

Facelift Alternatives: Facelift alternatives may be appropriate for people who are not candidates for facelift surgery. One of these alternatives may be injectables such as Botox to diminish crow’s feet, wrinkles between eye brows and forehead lines. Facial fillers may be other alternatives because fillers fill in deep facial creases from the nose to the mouth. Yet, injectables and fillers will not improve facial sagging. Facial sagging and select wrinkles can only be improved by a facelift. Laser therapy may be advised to help prevent facial sagging and sun damage related wrinkles.

Adjuncts to Facelift Treatment: At times, a forehead lift or eyelid surgery may be adjuncts to facelift treatment. These procedures may be staged in two different treatment sessions for an optimal outcome. Sometimes, injectables, facial fillers, chemical peels and/or laser therapy may be adjuncts to treatment for an ideal outcome.

A consultation is the only way to identify an appropriate treatment plan and to discuss alternatives or adjuncts to treatment with you. Board Certified Plastic Surgeon Dr. Gallegos invite you to schedule a consultation at his practice in Albuquerque.

There are a variety of breast implants options available at Hermosa Plastic Surgery, from saline to silicone, from low, moderate or high profile implants to implant placement- below or above the muscle. These choices allow plastic surgeons to accommodate individual’s specific breast enhancement needs by increasing the breast size and contouring the breast shape to meet each person’s unique desire.

Plastic surgeons offer a variety of means to help you decide on the right breast implants in Santa Fe. First and fore most is a consultation. Your plastic surgeon will consult with you about your goals for breast enhancement so that you can make a well informed decision about your plastic surgery treatment. Some woman may require a breast lift with breast augmentation in order to achieve their desired results. Additionally, at a consultation, you can view before and after photos of the plastic surgeon’s patients who have similar anatomical features as you to obtain an idea of the outcome you may expect to see. You can try on various types of implants in different types of clothing to see how the results of breast augmentation will appear.

It is important to be mindful about your decision for breast implants because the results last for many years to come. The results of your breast augmentation procedure may change with weight gain over time. So, it is wise to consider all options and alternatives if you are interested in breast implants. For more information on breast implants, contact Dr. Miguel Gallegos, Board Certified Plastic Surgeon servicing the areas of Roswell, Albuquerque and Sante Fe, New Mexico.

It typically takes 6-8 weeks to witness firsthand the great complete benefits of liposuction. Dr. Gallegos is highly requested to perform liposuction of the stomach, hips, back, arms, and thighs because of his extensive expertise in this area. He is well known through New Mexico and the US for his artistic and scientific skill to offer body contouring at a superior level, with safety as a top priority. The duration of the procedure may be an hour or more, depending upon the number of areas you are treating.

Following the procedure you will be guided into a recovery room for s short time before returning home to rest for a the day. Liposuction can be performed with another type of procedure. Breast Augmentation patients often undergo liposuction to achieve the curves desired. At Dr. Gallegos’s practice in Albquerque, New Mexico liposuction is also commonly performed in combination with tummy tuck.

If you are interested in liposuction or another type of procedure of plastic surgery, contact Dr. Gallegos’s practice, Hermosa Plastic Surgery servicing all areas of New Mexico.

Whether it’s breast augmentation, breast lift or breast reduction, breast surgery tops the list of plastic surgery procedures in many parts of the world, not only in through out the US and in Albuquerque, New Mexico. This time of year is also quite popular. Let’s explore the popular choices and summertime considerations.

Breast Augmentation: For an increase in breast size, you’ll want to consult with a plastic surgeon as soon as possible to review all considerations, including: the choice between saline or silicone implants, implant profile type, placement location, incision location and the style you’d like to have to best fit your profile. With summer vacation time being apt to be acceptable for work time off, the roughly one week recovery time may not be a burden to fit in so you can enjoy immediate benefits. In fact, advancement in breast surgery has significantly reduced the risk of discomfort following surgery when compared to previous decades allowing many women to return to work within a week.

Breast Lift: Summer also makes a good time for this procedure with recovery time being between a week or two. The reward is often apparent within a few weeks, which allows for a great fit into stylish summertime dresses, casual attire and bathing suits. Refined techniques used in the breast lift may make this procedure very appealing with the option for smaller more inconspicuous incisions.

Breast Reduction: Breast reduction offers relief from discomfort for many women, in addition to refining the breasts to be more in proportion with the rest of the body. Breast reduction is one cosmetic surgery procedure that is sometimes covered by insurance companies. Insurance companies determine whether or not the procedure is medical necessary, and if so often cover the cost of the procedure.

Male breast reduction also known as gynecomastia is becoming more and more popular as many men have witnessed the instant results with little or no discomfort. Additionally the recovery time is minimal and men are able to return to daily activities almost immediately, depending on the technique used to perform the procedure. Gynceomastia is not covered by insurance, but all in all breast reduction rewards offer a more fulfilling lifestyle for many.

If you are interested in breast enhancement procedures, contact our office, Hermosa Plastic Surgery in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

Whether you are interested in augmenting your nose or making your nose smaller, or balancing your facial features with an enhanced nose, Dr. Gallegos is one New Mexico plastic surgeon who has all of the most accurate answers.

Some plastic surgeons focus on nose surgery. Others do not. Dr. Gallegos’ is one of the select plastic surgeons in New Mexico that focuses on nose surgery. This ensures that you have found a plastic surgeon with extensive experience in the procedure which can enhance your recovery and the outcome of your procedure. There are primarily two techniques that may be used in nose surgery, including: the open approach denoted by incisions placed in inconspicuous locations on the nose or the closed approach in which incisions are placed inside the nose.

For the surrounding areas of Albuquerque, Rhinoplasty results with Dr. Gallegos’ expertise has been a welcomed enhancement for many. Nose surgery requires the talents of a plastic surgeon with scientific background, technical and artistic expertise. Both the functional and aesthetic aspects of the nose must be considered in nose surgery.

Dr. Gallegos excels in these areas so we invite you to come in and learn from one of the best about an enhancement that may reshape your life in more ways than one! Contact our office today to schedule an appointment at his office in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

Genetics, pregnancy, aging, are all key factors as to why the smooth toned appearance of the abdomen wanes over time and breast position and shape change. In fact, lax weak abdominal muscles may make it difficult to achieve results from your abdominal fitness routine. For these reasons, many women are interested in both the tummy tuck, also known as, abdominoplasty, and breast lift!

Cosmetic surgery procedures including body contouring and breast surgery can be performed simultaneously safely and effectively in one surgical time, with one anesthesia and one recovery time. This is very appealing for women on the go who wish to reshape their life, but have other obligations. In fact, when many women learn this, they say – why did I wait so long? Of course, some women prefer to have tummy tuck in one session and breast lift in another. Yet, either way, we’ve got you covered! Additionally, advancements have been made to enhance your recovery and allow you to enjoy the benefits in very little time!

During the procedures, you’ll have quick acting anesthesia if you chose so you’ll be sleeping peacefully. In the recovery room, you’ll stay ahead of discomfort with the attendance of our highly experienced nursing assistants. Within a few hours, you’ll be resting at home and within a few days, you’ll be up and about!

For two procedures that work wonders for your look and your outlook, Dr. Gallegos invites you to come in for a consultation to learn more about the best plan for you! You’ll be able to put simplicity in your decision because Dr. Gallegos will work with you every step of the way to help you achieve your goals!

In fact, he will help determine the best financial payment plan to fit into your budget. Certainly, the tummy tuck and breast lift will fit into your lifestyle! New Mexico cosmetic surgery is at the top of the level with Dr. Gallegos at his practice Hermosa Plastic Surgery in provides services to all of New Mexico, including Santa Fe and Albuquerque! Contact his office today to schedule an appointment.

Dr. Miguel Gallegos has noted that his tummy tuck patients, who utilize the procedure for weight loss, continue to lose about 15% of their body weight in the year after this procedure of plastic surgery.  At his office in Albuquerque, Hermosa Plastic Surgery, the latest technology is used to give you a slimmer, firmer, more youthful shape.  Sometimes sagging skin is totally resistant to diet, weight loss, and exercise. A tummy tuck can help remove excess skin and shape your body. 

If you are under going abdominoplasty to tighten muscles and your stomach due to pregnancy, then a tummy tuck shouldn’t be performed for at least 6 months after child birth.  The skin and muscles get too stretched to be correctly resized right after a birth.  Women who undergo tummy tuck for this reason often undergo a breast lift, or breast augmentation to get the results they desire.

Repositioning the naval is necessary in a larger tummy tuck that involves making incisions in carefully chosen places on the abdomen.  Large portions of excess skin are removed that conveniently also erase any stretch marks.  The doctor may also use light liposuction to improve the waist contours by removal of small fat deposits.

Tightening and stitching the abdominal muscles is necessary next, and repositioning the naval is last. Sagging skin and fat in the lower abdomen, resulting from the affects of gravity and aging can be removed in a tummy tuck, but will not affect the naval.

These steps are carefully and expertly performed by Dr. Gallegos.  The total procedure takes at least two hours. Soreness and swelling are common with this type of procedure of plastic surgery.  Staying in bed for a couple of days is advised along with not working for at least two weeks. 

If you are curious if a tummy tuck would be a good choice for you, contact us by phone or email to make an appointment for a consultation.  Miguel Gallegos, M.D. F.A.C.S. has been serving clients in the Albuquerque, New Mexico area for over 8 years.  He is a board certified plastic surgeon. 

Remarkable tuck results can be viewed here on our website.  In your quest to secure pleasing body proportions, which always include the stomach, remember the tummy tuck procedure.  You can obtain a new outlook on life with a changed attitude and a new wardrobe!

The things that bother you most about the appearance of your face can be discussed with Dr. Miguel Gallegos at Hermosa Plastic Surgery in Albuquerque, New Mexico. In the past several years, facelift procedures have advanced greatly and for the better. This has resulted in more natural looking results for patients. Dr. Gallegos is a board certified plastic surgeon, and has extensive training and experience in considering facial aesthetics when performing a facelift. You will want this quality in your doctor to achieve attractive rejuvenation and youthful beauty to your appearance. Your attitude will certainly get a big boost, also.

As the facial skin ages, it loses it flexibility and thickness. The skin begins to sag and wrinkle. Subcutaneous layers of fat are lost, and the skin dries out. Blemishes from too much sun exposure or poor skin care can occur. Skin cancer or burns can also be a reason to seek a facelift to improve the appearance of the epidermis. Superficial reasons are not the only ones considered in contemplating a facelift. Psychological reasons are valuable also. Looking better helps all of us to feel younger and more motivated, just as looking worse often influences us to feel older and worn out.

To check and see if you are a good candidate for a facelift, talk with your doctor. The procedure requires short incisions behind hidden locations, like the ear or hairline area. Loose skin, tissue, or fat that is causing your face to droop is carefully removed. It is imperative that just the right amount of tissue is discarded for natural looking results. Recovery time can take several weeks, and pain medication can be given to manage discomfort. Other procedures can be performed such as rhinoplasty, to eliminate additional recovery time and give you the overall enhancement you desire. Isn’t it about time that you looked your best, inside and outside?  

Turn back the clock by discreetly tightening your underlying facial muscles and skin. Arrange a free consultation today by contacting my office, Hermosa Plastic Surgery located in Albuquerque.