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Plastic Surgery Myth BusterVictor I. Rosenberg, MD, FACS

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This evening’s speaker:Victor I. Rosenberg, MD, FACSPlastic, Cosmetic and Reconstructive Surgery


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Graduated from Chicago Medical School 4 years of general surgery training 3 years of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery training at

Mt. Sinai Medical Center, Beth Israel Medical Center and Albert Einstein Medical Center

Diplomate of the American Board of Plastic Surgery Director of Cosmetic Surgery at New York Downtown

Hospital for many years Currently on staff at New York Downtown and Mt. Sinai

Hospitals Affiliated with Mt. Sinai School of Medicine at CUNY


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Over 40 years’ experience in integrative medicine

Has appeared on Live with Regis and Kathy Lee, Oprah, Donahue, Joan Rivers and CNN International and in NY Times, US Report, Harper’s Bazaar, Vogue, Cosmopolitan, Allure, Us and Seventeen


Plastic Surgery in the News


Plastic Surgery Myth BusterWith Dr. Victor I. Rosenberg


Cosmetic Medical Care Today

Spans many treatments and procedures

Non-surgical beauty treatment to more invasive surgical procedures

A variety of options to meet and maintain your beauty and appearance ideals throughout a lifetime! www.patientsmedical.com

Cosmetic Surgery: Consumers Beware!


Doctors may use gimmicks to make themselves stand out

“Dog-eat-dog” industry Use caution when

selecting Be well-educated

before you commit to having a surgery

Cosmetic Surgery

Not just for the rich and famous anymore!


Cosmetic Surgery

It can’t stop the aging process, but it can slow down the rate at which it

affects our bodies.


Cosmetic Surgery Warning

The plastic surgeon should not take chances when performing cosmetic surgery

Be conservative You can always do more

later - trying to be too ambitious can create problems

It is almost impossible to undo something that is overdone


Cosmetic Surgery

About 30% of the people who apply for cosmetic surgery should be turned

down. Not everyone is a good candidate.


10 Types of People NOT Well-Suited for Plastic Surgery

1. The person who is not strongly motivated.

2. The person who does not have the right type of motivation.

3. The person who does not have family approval.

4. The person who is pushed into the surgery by someone else.


10 Types of People NOT Well-Suited for Plastic Surgery

5. The person who is emotionally unstable.

6. The person who doesn’t have the proper physical characteristics.

7. The person with a very minimal defect.

8. The person who does not want any scars.

9. The person who expects unrealistic perfection.

10. The person who wants to look like someone else.


The Consultation

As important as the operationShould be an “in depth”

consultationCommunicate freely with

your doctorExplain what you think should be

doneThe doctor should tell you what CAN

and CANNOT be doneFind out the EXACT fees and what is

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Manage Your ExpectationsKeep in mind that the result you are

looking for is improvement – NOT perfection

Realism is the key to successThe surgeon can only work with what

he or she is given and make the most of the specific part without interfering with function

A plastic surgeon is a physician – NOT a magician!

The grass is always greener in someone else’s back yard


Preparing for Success


Questions to Ask Yourself Am I physically healthy, eating right

and not smoking? Do I have realistic expectations for the

results of my procedure? Am I exploring plastic surgery for

myself or to fit someone else’s ideals? Have I spent time testing my

knowledge about plastic surgery and exploring the qualifications of plastic surgeons?


Questions to Ask Yourself Have I told my plastic surgeon about

medical conditions, drug allergies and medical treatments (including past treatments with fillers, facial shaping and Botox)?

Have I reviewed with my plastic surgeon my current use of medicines, vitamins, herbal supplements, alcohol and drugs?

Am I ready to do my part to ensure the success of my procedure?


Questions to Ask Yourself Do I know the procedure’s after-

effects and recovery time? Have all my questions been

thoroughly addressed by my plastic surgeon?


Questions to Ask Your Plastic Surgeon

Are you a member of the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery or the American Society of Plastic Surgeons?

Are you certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery?

Where and how will you perform my procedure?

Do you have hospital privileges to perform my procedure? If so, at which hospitals?



Is the surgical facility accredited by a nationally or state-recognized accrediting agency? Or is it state-licensed or Medicare-certified?

What will be expected of me to get the best results?

What is the length of the recovery period and what kind of recovery help will I need?

Are there alternative procedures I could consider and what are the pros and cons?



Who on your staff will be performing my procedure and what are their qualifications?

What risks and complications are associated with my procedure and how are they handled?

What are my options if I am dissatisfied with the outcome?

Do you have before and after photos that illustrate this procedure and show results that are reasonable for me to expect?


Choose a Surgeon You Can Trust

Anyone with a medical degree can claim to be qualified to perform cosmetic procedures

Very important first step: select a qualified plastic surgeon you trust

Choose a member of the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery or an ASPS Member surgeon


Choose a Surgeon You Can Trust

Members of these organizations Are board-certified by the American

Board of Plastic Surgery or The Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada

Complete at least 5 years of surgical training following medical school, with a minimum of two years of plastic surgery residency training

Successfully pass rigorous written an oral examinations administered by the ABPS Or RCPSC

Complete continuing medical education, including patient safety training each year

Adhere to a strict code of ethics


Trends You May Have Heard Of

Smart Lipo “Gummy Bear” Breast Implants Vampire Face-Lifts


Liposuction vs. Smart Lipo

Also known as SmartLipo, Smart Liposuction, Laser Liposuction, Laser Body Sculpting

Uses laser energy to liquefy fat before it is removed via a small tube

Some practitioner don’t remove the melted fat, allowing it to be absorbed by the body


Liposuction vs. Smart Lipo Hotly debated by doctors Be sure to do your homework before you go

Expert opinions and real peoples’ reviews Talk to someone who has had it if possible

Your outcome and safety depend on finding a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon and NOT the machine used

Recovery and pain associated with it may take longer because the fat in the protective sheaths around the nerves is also melted


Liposuction vs. Smart Lipo

There is no long-term difference in the skin tightness

There is no scientific evidence that Smart Lipo gives better results than traditional liposuction


“Gummy Bear” Breast Implants


“Gummy Bear” Breast Implants They are simply silicone breast implants that are

more highly cohesive than their predecessors More cohesive = tends to retain its shape and feel

firm Anatomically shaped and have a textured surface

(as compared to smooth-surfaced implants) Anatomic shape may be helpful in cases where

there is very little to no breast tissue


“Gummy Bear” Breast Implants Good for extremely small breasts as well

as someone who has undergone removal of breast for cancer treatment

For women who already have a nice shape but simply prefer additional volume, this type is NOT indicated

If the implant is not placed properly within the breast pocket, it can actually rotate during the early healing period and lead to an unacceptable appearance


“Gummy Bear” Breast Implants

More commonly used smooth, round gel implants will not cause problems if they shift since their rounded shape is even all the way around and there is no specific orientation

Some studies have found the shape of the round implants to appear more natural than those created in an anatomical shape


Vampire Face-Lifts


Vampire Face-Lifts

Your own blood is drawn from the blood in your arm and then spun in a centrifuge to separate out the platelets (Platelet-Rich Fibrin Matrix or PRFM)

The processed blood is then injected into the face with the hope of stimulating new collagen production

Selphyl, as the system is called, debuted in 2009

Unproven claims that the results will last two years.


Vampire Face Lifts


Vampire Face-Lifts

It’s hard to tell if it is an effective filler for hollowed out cheeks and wrinkles

Lack of clinical research proving the efficacy of Selphyl

To date, the FDA has not approved or cleared PRFM=derived in a Selphyl centrifuge to be marketed for facial rejuvenation


Closing Thoughts


Look great…feel great!

Closing Thoughts

Beauty starts from within, but there is nothing wrong with being attractive on the outside

The key to success is a realistic attitude toward your surgery

The aim is improvement – NOT perfection

Your cosmetic surgery is not the end of the path to youth and beauty – only the start. Beyond is up to you!


Question and Answer Session

Do you have a question? Please ask it now. www.patientsmedical.com


Are you ready?

Schedule a consultation with Dr. Rosenberg at Patients Medical

today!


Fees and Insurance Policies

Liposuction, breast augmentation and facelifts are typically NOT covered by insurance

Initial consultation is $250, which can be applied to the fee for the procedure

Specific fees can be quoted during your consultation after the doctor can better understand the procedure necessary

Your procedures may be done at New York Downtown or Mount Sinai Hospitals


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