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A brow lift, sometimes referred to as a forehead lift, is one of the most popular anti-aging procedures offered at Tarola Plastic Surgery in Murfreesboro, TN. It can reverse several signs of aging affecting the appearance of the upper face, and it provides long-lasting, natural-looking results. To help you determine if surgery is appropriate for you, keep reading this comprehensive guide to find out everything you need to know about treatment.

Who Is a Good Candidate for a Brow Lift? 

You may be considered a good candidate for a brow lift if you are bothered by sagging eyebrows that make you look tired, upset, or older than you feel. You also may be a good fit for surgery if you are concerned about deep forehead wrinkles  However, you should know that the only way to know if you are a candidate is to attend an initial consultation. During this consultation, we will discuss your concerns, goals, and health to ensure surgery is appropriate.

While a forehead lift can be beneficial for many, there are contraindications that may prevent someone from being a good fit for surgery. For example, you will be considered a poor surgery candidate if you have a history of developing keloid scars. Additionally, you will not be able to undergo this procedure if you are suffering from an infection. Moreover, bleeding disorders, heart problems, and other chronic medical conditions can disqualify you.

What Preparation Steps Are Required Before Surgery? 

There are several steps you will need to take to ensure that your procedure goes as smoothly as possible. One of the most important steps is to not take blood-thinning drugs or supplements for 14 days prior to your operation. It is also essential that you do not smoke or drink alcohol.

How Long Can I Expect the Results of My Procedure To Last? 

You should expect your brow lift results to last for at least five to 10 years. However, you should keep in mind that there are several factors affecting the longevity of your results. For example, your age, health, and lifestyle influence the length of time you will be able to enjoy a youthful appearance. If you are fairly young when you undergo your procedure, maintain a healthy diet and lifestyle, and wear sunscreen daily, your results may last for 12 to 15 years.

How Can I Make My Results Last for As Long as Possible? 

There are several things you can do to enjoy your optimal results for as long as possible. The most effective thing you can do is to protect your skin from the leading cause of premature aging, UV damage. You should try to minimize the length of time you spend outdoors when the sun’s UV rays are very strong, and you should apply sunscreen before going outside. You can further protect your skin from UV damage by not using light-based tanning methods.

Another effective step you can take to maintain your skin health is to not drink too much alcohol or smoke. Additionally, you should eat nutritiously and stay hydrated. Besides taking steps to keep your skin looking young and healthy for as long as you can, you should also consider getting injectable muscle relaxant treatments to prevent dynamic wrinkles. Botulinum toxin injections can also provide other aesthetic benefits, like lifting sagging eyebrows.

How Long Will My Procedure Take? 

Several factors affect how long your procedure will take, including the scope of the procedure and the technique used. Generally, you can expect your procedure to take an hour or two to complete if you don’t need any other procedures to achieve your desired appearance.

What will happen during your procedure depends on whether you get an endoscopic forehead lift or a traditional forehead lift. However, you should know that you do not need to anticipate feeling any pain or discomfort because we will administer a powerful anesthetic that will keep you relaxed and numbed.  

What If I’m Not Ready for Surgery? 

If you are not ready to undergo surgery, BOTOX injections may be a better fit for you. BOTOX is an injectable muscle relaxant that can address a wide range of cosmetic concerns, including forehead folds, sagging eyebrows, drooping upper eyelids, and deep glabellar lines between your eyebrows. This non-invasive anti-aging treatment is extremely convenient, and the results can be seen in one to four days. These results can last for up to six months.

To be considered a good candidate for BOTOX injections, you should be in good overall health. Additionally, you should not have a history of severe allergic reactions. Furthermore, you must be a non-smoker to be considered an ideal candidate for this treatment. You will not be able to smoke for 24 hours before or after treatment.

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To be considered a good brow lift candidate, you should be concerned about the appearance of your upper face and be in fairly good health. To find out if this procedure is right for you, schedule a consultation with Dr. Nicholas A. Tarola, MD by contacting us at Tarola Plastic Surgery in Murfreesboro, TN today.

Do you decline to be included in pictures due to self-consciousness about your chin? Do you feel more comfortable when you hide your neck with scarves and turtlenecks? If so, you may be a great fit for KYBELLA injections at Tarola Plastic Surgery in Murfreesboro, TN. To help you determine if this treatment could be a good fit for you, today, we’re answering some of the most frequently asked questions about this treatment, including how long the results last.

Are KYBELLA Results Permanent? 

KYBELLA injections result in the permanent removal of fat cells stored in your chin and neck. However, you should know that the appearance of your submental region may change around a dozen years after your course of treatments.

Other Frequently Asked Questions Answered

What Can I Do to Extend the Longevity of My Results? 

There are several things you can do to extend the longevity of your KYBELLA results. One of the most effective steps you can take is to maintain your weight after all of your treatments have been administered. This injectable does not destroy all of the fat cells in the submental region even after multiple sessions. The fat cells that are not destroyed during treatment can still expand if you consume more calories than your body needs for weight maintenance.

Another highly effective step to maintain the integrity of your results is to take excellent care of your skin. Sometimes, the appearance of the submental region is negatively affected by skin sagging. You can protect the health of the supportive skin structures by moisturizing daily, wearing sunscreen, and eating nutritiously. You can also protect your results by getting BOTOX injections to relax your neck muscles and treat or prevent wrinkled, sagging skin.

Am I a Good Candidate for Injectable Fat Removal Treatments?

To find out if injectable fat removal treatments are right for you, it is essential that you meet with Dr. Nicholas Tarola to discuss your goals, medical history, and current health. This non-invasive treatment is generally considered suitable for most fairly healthy adults who are neither pregnant nor breastfeeding.

Where Can This Treatment Be Used? 

The FDA has only approved KYBELLA injections for the removal of excess chin and neck fat. It is not currently indicated for use in any other areas, so it will not be an ideal solution for excess fat in other regions of your body. If you have concerns about pockets of stubborn excess fat outside your submental region, CoolSculpting Elite or other fat removal options may be a better fit for you.

Will I Need to Prepare for My Injection Session? 

Yes, you will need to follow several preparation guidelines before your injections are administered. For example, you must discontinue the use of blood-thinning pharmaceuticals, like fish oil supplements and ibuprofen. You also must not take any anticoagulants. Furthermore, you will not be able to smoke or drink alcohol within 24 hours of your scheduled appointment.

Are There Aftercare Guidelines I Will Need to Follow? 

Yes, there are aftercare guidelines you will need to follow once your injections have been administered. For example, you will not be allowed to engage in any strenuous exercise or other physically demanding activity for 24 hours following your injection session. Furthermore, you must refrain from rubbing the injection sites for 24 hours after your treatment.

What Should I Expect During My Treatment Session? 

You can expect your injectable fat removal treatment to be extremely convenient and comfortable. Generally, treatment sessions take between 15 and 20 minutes to complete, but treatment times can vary fairly significantly depending on the scope of the treatment and whether you need other cosmetic treatments to help you achieve your desired appearance.

Before your injections are administered, we need to confirm that you are ready for treatment. We will inspect the injection sites to verify that there is no skin irritation of any kind. If your skin is healthy enough, we will sterilize the injection areas and administer 20 to 50 tiny doses of medication in each treatment area.

How Many Treatment Sessions Will I Need to Achieve My Desired Results? 

Most people only need two to four treatment sessions to feel confident in the appearance of their submental region. How many sessions you will need primarily depends on the amount of subcutaneous fat you have in your areas of concern. You may only need one fat removal treatment if you are already at your optimal weight and only have a bit of excess submental fat. On the other hand, if you are overweight, you may need up to six treatment sessions.

How Soon Can I Expect to See My Desired Results? 

Generally, sessions are spaced six to eight weeks apart, and you can see your final results four to six weeks after your final session.

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KYBELLA injections provide permanent fat removal results, but muscle hyperactivity, premature skin aging, and other factors can change your overall appearance. If you are interested in removing excess fat from your submental region, contact us now at Tarola Plastic Surgery in Murfreesboro, TN to schedule an initial consultation and find out how you can achieve your desired appearance. 

At Tarola Plastic Surgery in Murfreesboro, TN, we are proud to offer a number of cosmetic procedures and treatments to help our clients enhance their natural beauty significantly. Often, we have people come in who are frustrated by folds, wrinkles, and lines that only deepen over time. If you are frustrated by signs of facial aging, you may be a good candidate for one of our most popular anti-aging treatments, BOTOX. Here’s what you need to know about this treatment.  

What’s the Best Age for Getting BOTOX? 

There is no universal best age for getting BOTOX, as the FDA has approved this treatment for individuals who are at least 18 years of age when it is being used for cosmetic purposes. When used for medical purposes, this injectable muscle relaxant can be administered to children. As long as you are old enough to receive this treatment, the best age for you to get BOTOX is the age at which you start to notice the effects of very tense muscles.

Other Frequently Asked Questions Answered

How Should I Prepare for My Treatment Session? 

There are several preparation steps you will need to take before your injectable muscle relaxant treatment takes place. For example, you will need to avoid the use of any pharmaceutical that can cause blood-thinning for seven days prior to treatment. Just be sure to get approval from your doctor if you take a blood-thinner daily.

Another important preparation step to take prior to your treatment is to not consume alcohol or caffeine for 24 hours before your appointment. These substances can dehydrate your skin and increase your blood pressure. Additionally, it is essential that you protect your skin from the sun for two weeks prior to your appointment. We will not be able to treat you if your skin is irritated.

How Long Will My Treatment Session Take? 

We will advise you on how long you can expect your treatment to take during your initial consultation. It is hard to say how long your appointment will take because session lengths vary based on several factors, including the number of problems you are correcting, the types of cosmetic concerns you have, and the severity of your concerns.

Sometimes, treatment sessions only take 10 to 15 minutes. Other times, appointments take closer to an hour. For example, you may need to devote 30 minutes to your appointment if you need both BOTOX injections and an injectable dermal filler.

Am I a Good Candidate for This Treatment? 

If you are at least 18 years of age and neither pregnant nor nursing, there is a very good chance that you will qualify for this injectable anti-aging treatment. However, you need to attend an initial consultation to discuss your concerns, goals, and medical history. We need to make sure that this treatment will be both safe and effective for you.

This treatment will only be effective for you if you have concerns caused by overactive muscles. If you have wrinkles or folds caused by volume loss, one or more injectable dermal fillers will be more appropriate for you. If you suffer from certain medical conditions, this treatment will be deemed inappropriate for you for safety reasons. For instance, you will be considered a poor candidate for this treatment if you suffer from: 

• A bleeding disorder
• A rash at the injection site
• Poorly managed diabetes

How Soon Will I Be Able to Enjoy My Desired Results? 

You may start seeing the results of your treatment just 72 to 96 hours after your injection session. However, it may be 10 to 14 days before you see the final results of your treatment. Several factors affect how long it takes to enjoy the final results of your treatment. For example, you can generally expect to see your desired results later if you are treating severe concerns rather than mild or moderate concerns.

How Long Will the Results of My Treatment Last? 

Generally, you can expect your BOTOX results to last for two to six months. It is most likely that your results will only ​last for two ​months if you have never received this treatment before. Typically, we administer a smaller dose the first time someone receives this treatment, so your results look natural and we can get a better ​understanding of how ​your body responds to this treatment.

What Can I Do to Extend the Longevity of My Results? 

There are several things you can do to extend the longevity of your results. For example, you can enjoy your ideal results for longer if you limit sun exposure after your treatment. UVC damage can break down the collagen in your skin, thinning it. This makes ​the skin more susceptible to wrinkling when the underlying muscles ​wrinkle. Additionally, you can: 

• Eat nutritiously
• Reduce stress
• Not smoke

Schedule Your Initial Consultation Today

Generally, the best age to get BOTOX is the age at which you start to develop lines, wrinkles, and folds caused by excessively tense muscles. If you think this treatment could benefit you, contact us now at Tarola Plastic Surgery in Murfreesboro, TN to schedule your initial consultation. 

At Tarola Plastic Surgery in Murfreesboro, TN and Hendersonville, TN, we love helping our clients achieve their ideal appearance. Sometimes, we have clients come in with facial aging concerns that need to be treated with BOTOX or another anti-aging injectable. Other times, clients want to sculpt their ideal contours after significant weight loss. Today, we are taking a closer look at a thigh lift, one of our most popular body contouring procedures, including how it works.

How Does a Thigh Lift Work? 

A thigh lift works in just a few simple steps. First, we will administer anesthesia to ensure that you are comfortable during the operation. Then, we will make incisions in the thigh area. Where exactly these incisions will be made depends on your personal preferences, the scope of your procedure, and other factors.  

Through these incisions we can access the underlying tissues. If you have excess thigh skin due to significant weight loss, we will remove your excess skin tissue. Additionally, we may excise a bit of subcutaneous fat. These steps will help to achieve a smooth, toned contour. We will also reposition your muscle and remaining skin tissues to help you achieve your desired appearance. Finally, we will suture the incisions closed and apply a protective surgical dressing.

How Should I Prepare for My Procedure? 

During your initial consultation, we will advise you on all of the preparation steps you must follow prior to surgery. One of the most important preparation steps to follow is to not consume any product containing nicotine for several weeks before your procedure. It is also very important that you do not consume alcohol for several weeks before your procedure. Additionally, you should not take any blood-thinning drugs or supplements.

What Should I Expect After My Procedure? 

Once your procedure is complete, you should expect to feel very groggy as the anesthesia wears off. Once you are alert, we will review your recovery guidelines with you and address any concerns you have. After that, you are free to go home. You will not be able to drive after your procedure and will need someone to take you home. Additionally, you will not be able to drive within 24 hours of taking an analgesic that may affect alertness.

Generally, you can expect to need two to four weeks off from work to focus on your recovery. However, this depends significantly on the scope of your job. If your job provides you with a standing desk, you may be able to return to work just two weeks after your procedure. On the other hand, you may need to take a lot longer off from work if your job is physically demanding or requires you to sit for hours at a time.

Am I a Good Candidate for a Thigh Lift? 

A thigh lift may be a good fit for you if you are concerned about excess skin or loose skin in your upper legs. However, you need to discuss your health, concerns, and goals with Dr. Nicholas A. Tarola, MD to verify that this procedure is right for you. Broadly, he needs to ensure that this procedure will be both safe and effective for you.

Dr. Tarola will determine if this procedure will be effective via a discussion of your expectations and an evaluation of your current contours, including the laxity of your skin and the amount of subcutaneous fat present. If you have a lot of excess thigh fat, you may be a better fit for liposuction, or you may need to combine liposuction with your upper thigh lift to achieve your desired contours.

Am I a Good Candidate for Liposuction? 

Most relatively healthy adults who are within 30 pounds of their ideal weight qualify for liposuction. However, an evaluation of all of the areas of concern is necessary before determining whether one or more areas qualify for treatment. Besides your weight and health, your body fat distribution is a significant factor affecting whether this fat removal procedure can help you achieve your desired appearance.

For example, you will not qualify for thigh lipo if you have too much excess subcutaneous fat. Liposuction can only remove a percentage of localized fat cells, and you may not achieve satisfactory results if you have too much localized fat. Additionally, liposuction will not be effective for you if you do not have enough extra subcutaneous fat in an area of concern.

Where Can Liposuction Remove Fat From? 

Liposuction can be used to remove excess subcutaneous fat from virtually anywhere, but only 10 to 11 pounds can be removed safely.

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A thigh lift improves the appearance of your upper leg by eliminating excess skin tissue and restructuring the remaining muscle and skin tissue. A small amount of excess fat can be excised during this procedure, but you will need liposuction in addition to your upper leg lift if you have a significant amount of excess thigh fat. If you think an upper leg lift could improve your self-confidence, contact us now at Tarola Plastic Surgery in Murfreesboro, TN to schedule an evaluation.