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Which is the best incision for a Breast Augmentation?

Wednesday, December 7th, 2011

Good question, and the answer is not simple. Surgeons are always looking for ways to improve patient outcomes. This has led to the development of remote incision placements to better hide scars associated with placing an implant for breast augmentation. The most popular and most used incisions are either placed near the fold under the breast or through the edge of the lower areola. These incisions provide for direct access to the breast allowing for the surgeon to have the greatest chance for success in creating the proper pocket for implant placement. Also, these incisions allow for easier control of potential bleeding. Larger sized implants are much easier placed through and incision under the breast or under the nipple.

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.

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Hand Rejuvenation

Tuesday, November 22nd, 2011

The hand can show changes due to aging and sun overexposure just like other parts of the body. The concepts for treatment are similar – Restore lost volume, restore skin tightness and elasticity.

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.

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Facelift – Alternatives & Adjuncts to Facial Surgery in Albuquerque

Friday, September 30th, 2011

Facelift in Albuquerque, New Mexico by Dr. Miguel Gallegos incorporates his superior scientific technical skills and artistic talents to turn back the hands of time. Just as people say beauty is in the eye of the be-holder, Dr. Gallegos has an eye for knowing how to bring out more youthfulness and radiance in people. Both women and men have traveled to Dr. Gallegos practice of plastic surgery in Albuquerque for his unique approach to facelift surgery.

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.

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Learning more Dr. Miguel Gallegos, Sante Fe Plastic Surgeon

Friday, September 2nd, 2011

Sante Fe Plastic Surgeon Dr. Miguel Gallegos has a genuine concern for people interested in plastic surgery with deep sensitivity for the changes his patients would like to see. His interest began starting in his younger years while working in his father’s pharmacy. There he noticed a significant amount of individuals had unique facial deformities and were unable to receive treatment due to lack of insurance or knowledge about how to access available financial resources. For this reason, Dr. Gallegos decide to go into the field of plastic surgery. Following extensive training and certification he opened his practice, Hermosa Plastic Surgery in 1999 to provide services to those in the cities surrounding Albuquerque and Sante Fe, New Mexico.

Dr. Gallegos believes it is vital to offer people interested in plastic surgery all of the information and time they need to make a well informed decision. He accomplishes this through extensive consultations where you can describe the features that are bothersome to you. In turn, he develops a unique treatment plan for each of his patients, while also presenting people interested in plastic surgery alternative options. Consultations do not obligate people to have plastic surgery. Instead, consultations broaden awareness about the possibilities for enhancement on your appearance.

Sante Fe Plastic Surgeon Dr. Miguel Gallegos is certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery, the only board in the field of plastic surgery to be recognized by the American Board of Medical Specialties. He is an active member in numerous medical societies including some of the most prestigious in plastic surgery such as American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, American Society of Plastic Surgeons and American College of Surgeons.

Dr. Gallegos received his doctorate of medicine at the University of New Mexico School of Medicine. Following medical school, he went on to complete extensive training in general surgery, microsurgery, plastic surgery and pediatric plastic surgery. He has also received training in advanced cardiopulmonary life support and advanced trauma life support through the American Medical Association.

Dr. Gallegos prides himself on his dedication to plastic surgery in New Mexico and has and continues to research on such topics and techniques. His research on breast reconstruction was published in the esteem Journal of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery while his research completed at Northwestern University Medical School for a one-stage treatment approach for tuberous breast deformity came out it the Aesthetic Surgery Journal. On top of staying educated he also volunteers at the University of New Mexico in the Department of Surgery.

Dr. Gallegos is and has been committed to excellence for all plastic surgery procedures and treatments with dedication to superiority in patient safety and care. He specializes in a wide range of procedures, including both surgical and non-surgical from facial treatments such as eyelid surgery to breast surgery and body contouring. Many procedures, including breast reconstruction and tummy tuck require advanced training, sophisticated skill and extensive experience, all of which Sante Fe Plastic Surgeon Dr. Gallegos is recognized by his peers as having.

If you are interested in cosmetic surgery, contact Dr. Gallegos today to schedule a consultation at his office of plastic surgery in New Mexico.

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Liposuction: High in Demand this Time of Year in New Mexico

Thursday, August 11th, 2011

Liposuction in New Mexico can never be better than this time of year. At the end of the summer season, it’s time to prepare for the upcoming holidays and the New Year ahead. Perhaps, this is one reason why so many people select Dr. Gallegos’s during this time of year for liposuction. In fact liposuction is great for most any time of year because the procedure does not require significant downtime. Yet, the results build over time. So, for maximum results, you may want to consider liposuction now this season.

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.

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Breast Augmentation in Santa Fe

Friday, July 29th, 2011

Breast augmentation is a rewarding experience for many women. From 18 years old and up, my Santa Fe and Albuquerque patients have reported the benefits they have enjoyed following breast enhancement. These benefits include for some no longer having to alter clothing to fit properly, while for others a boost in their self-confidence.

In 2010, nearly 300,000 breast augmentation were performed in the U.S. Breast Augmentation is popular among female residents in the surrounding area of Santa Fe, New Mexico. It is not simply the media attention that has drawn so many women in for breast augmentation. It is merely the desire among many women across the U.S. to increase breast size for an enhanced appearance.

Breast augmentation is a surgical procedure and requires about a week’s recovery time. Pain medications is often prescribed and taken during this time to decrease discomfort and or pain. Additionally, there are also a few restrictions that may be in place in the weeks following breast augmentation in Santa Fe. All in all, the results of your new look are often immediate and the rewards begin about a week after the procedure.

Of course, there are several considerations. So, a consultation is in order if you are thinking about breast augmentation. In a consultation you will learn all you need to know about breast implant types, saline breast implants, silicone breast implants, breast implant placement locations, and incision choices. You’ll also have the opportunity to feel and see different breast implant types to ensure you select the best feel, look and fit.

While you are at our office Hermosa Plastic Surgery in Albuquerque, you may want to glance through the before and after photos of patients who have had breast augmentation or patients of breast lift. When doing so, you can ask your plastic surgeon to show you people who have similar features as you. In doing this, you’ll be able to obtain a more personalized visual of the type of result you may expect to see.

If you are interested in breast augmentation, contact us today to schedule a consultation.

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New Mexico Breast Surgery

Tuesday, July 19th, 2011

New Mexico Breast Surgery is quite popular today among women and even some men. According to statistics provided by the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, over half a million breast surgeries were performed in 2010. These procedures included breast augmentation, lift, reduction and breast reconstruction. While over 18,000 males underwent male breast reduction or gynecomastia.

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.

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Albuquerque Rhinoplasty

Friday, July 8th, 2011

Albuquerque rhinoplasty may be the words that you typed into your Internet browser, but your desires are likely to be very specific for nose reshaping. People interested in nose surgery often wish to preserve a sense of original identity, while altering an imperfection. You may be interested in rhinoplasty to smooth out an irregular nose bridge, refine your nasal tip, improve difficult breathing, augment or reduce the size of your nostril or nose.

People in Albuquerque considering rhinoplasty tend to be most interested in a subtle refinement that can bring out balance and harmony to the face. Of course, the results may seem dramatic with a resolution to imperfections that may have influenced your social or professional life. Still, the results of nose surgery are designed to be complimentary and natural looking. Both youths who are fully grown and adult males and females seek out nose surgery in Albuquerque. In fact, it’s a popular procedure which may be due, in part, to the vast majority of people in Albuquerque being young adults, with a median age of 34. This is a time when many people become more serious about nose surgery, free from school obligations, limited finances, or are no longer an adolescent unable to make such a treatment decision.

In terms of the procedure, people interested in nose surgery may be candidates for the open or closed rhinoplasty approach- both of which are sensibly priced for most people today. The open approach focuses on incisions made outside the nose in inconspicuous locations. The closed approach involves incisions made inside of the nose. The procedure is generally performed on an outpatient basis. The recovery time period may be up to a week, at which time swelling subsides. Recovery aids offer comfort throughout this time period. The results are then evident and often rewarding in more ways than one.

If you are interested in rhinoplasty, please contact our office of plastic surgery in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

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Breast Implants – Consultations are Necessary

Monday, April 11th, 2011

Dr. Gallegos’ plastic surgery practice offers a wide selection of breast implants, which will certainly give you the choices you need to obtain a custom fit for your breast augmentation. There are saline breast implants in round or tear dropped shape to silicone breast implants with improved shells. The newer silicone breast implants provide a low bleed risk and an even lower rupture risk.

When determining breast implant size, it is important to look at all factors. There are various chest width sizes, the structure of the body- extent of the hips, and a variety of breast profile choices; so it’s no surprise that many women interested in breast augmentation seek Dr. Gallegos for a consultation. During a consultation all of this is discussed and more.

While meeting with Dr. Gallegos, he will help you determine what the appropriate shape and size is for you that will give you the enhancement you desire. You will be able to see different types of breast implants so you can witness firsthand the natural feel. You can also view photos of patients who have had breast augmentation. Dr. Gallegos can point out those photos in which you have similar features. In this way, you’ll really get a much better sense for the look and feel of your breast implants.

In terms of safety, breast implants have been placed in women for over forty five year. It is estimated nearly 10 million women have received breast implants, which has allowed makers to deliver the best in options for breast implants. Additionally, extensive research has been performed and continues which has allowed plastic surgeons to drastically reduced complication rates when compared to 40 years ago.

We welcome the opportunity for you to come into our practice in Albuquerque, New Mexico. If you are interested in breast implants, contact our office today to schedule an appointment to meet with Board Certified Plastic Surgeon Dr. Gallegos.

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New Mexico Facelift

Monday, April 4th, 2011

You have come to the right place if you are considering a facelift in New Mexico! If you are interested in lifting facial sagginess, softening your jowls, diminishing wrinkles below lower eyelids or around the mouth and nose, or tightening loose skin around the chin or jaw, facelift surgery can be tailored to your specific needs for a more youthful, vibrant appearance!

Typically, facelift surgery does not involve incisions that are located in conspicuous locations so you can feel comfortable that you’ll be able to achieve a most natural appearance. The incisions are usually placed within the hairline, masked from visibility. The technique involves trimming away excess skin and fat that is responsible for your facial sagging. Facelift surgery provides lifting your facial skin and underlying tissue to achieve the optimal enhancement for you. The technique also involves repositioning and tightening of the skin to reduce the appearance of wrinkles.

One of the best parts is that the facelift may last up to ten years or more. So, you may not need other less invasive treatments that you have been going for. In fact, if you have a facelift during mid-aging, you are likely to be able to postpone the need for more invasive plastic surgery later on. This can be particularly beneficial when there tends to be added risks during surgery in elder.

During a consultation with plastic surgeon Dr. Gallegos, medical conditions, medications and medical history will be discussed. Certain medications may need to be stopped at least two weeks prior to the procedure. It is important to disclose all mediations and conditions so that your plastic surgeon may be able to take precautions to prevent risks. Additionally medical clearance is required from your doctors prior to surgery.

Facelift surgery is a safe and effective procedure for many individuals looking to rejuvenate their appearance. Dr. Gallegos is highly skilled in facial plastic surgery. If you are interested in learn more about a procedure explore the site and to find out if you are a candidate contact the office to schedule a consultation for facelift in New Mexico.

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