BELLA VOU Q & A
HEALTH + WELLNESS
Your cosmetic procedure questions answered by Mr Amir Nakhdjevani of Bella Vou , Tunbridge Wells
If I have liposuction , will the fat reappear , or can I expect the surgery to get rid of it forever ?
After liposuction , the new body ' s shape is more or less permanent , and once fat cells are removed by liposuction they will never reappear . Occasionally some fat cells may be left behind and these can multiply if the patient does not change their lifestyle by following a healthy diet and exercise .
I ' ve heard horror stories in the media about breast implant problems such as leaking and malformation . Is this something I should worry about when considering breast augmentation ?
Breast implants have developed and improved vastly over the years and unlike the older generation of implants ( where the silicone was a soft liquid ), modern implants contain a solid cohesive gel , which means even if they rupture the contents of the implant will not leak into the body . However , capsular contracture ( the formation of scar tissue around the implant ) is a risk with any breast implant and can cause distortion , pain and alteration in the shape of the implant in some cases . Information on contracture related to breast implants should be available at the time of your consultation .
I ' m not comfortable with the thought of a general anaesthetic . What options do I have for facial rejuvenation without having to ' go under '?
I see many patients that are worried about undergoing a general anaesthetic for cosmetic procedures , but there are a number of options open to you if you ’ re considering facial rejuvenation . Non-surgical procedures , such as dermal fillers and anti-wrinkle injections , are an effective short-term solution for wrinkles and lines on the face and can all be performed under local anaesthetic or with the application of topical anaesthetic gel .
In terms of surgical procedures to target the face , neck or eyes , such procedures are widely available under general anaesthetic , although there are a handful of surgeons who are experienced in surgical facial rejuvenation under local anaesthetic .
Bella Vou offers the unique ConceptTM Facelift which is performed under local anaesthetic and avoids the risks of general anaesthetic procedures . The ConceptTM Facelift is a minimally invasive technique which addresses the underlying muscle layer of the face to address loose , sagging skin and jowls .
Will facial injections reduce the feeling in my face ?
Facial injections such as dermal fillers and antiwrinkle injections should never cause any long lasting numbness to the face .
What is a ' mummy makeover '?
A ‘ mummy makeover ’ is a common term used to describe a combination of surgical and nonsurgical procedures designed to address some of the issues women feel about their bodies after pregnancy and childbirth . Each patient is treated on a case-by-case basis , with a range of bespoke procedures tailored to their individual needs including liposuction , tummy tuck and breast augmentation to improve the appearance of the abdomen and breasts .
As many mothers do not have the luxury of long recovery periods after surgery , the procedures are generally performed together , which can mean a reduction in price and a single recovery period to enable busy mums to get back to normal activities as quickly as possible .
Have you ever thought about having a cosmetic procedure , but have questions or concerns ? Email insidekent @ sidewaysmedia . co . uk with your questions , and Mr Amir Nakhdjevani will answer them in the next issue of insideKENT .
Bella Vou Pantiles Clinic 45-47 The Pantiles Tunbridge Wells TN2 5TE 01892 257357 www . bellavou . co . uk
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