insideSUSSEX Magazine Issue 21 - November 2016 | Page 69
HEALTH+WELLNESS
BELLA VOU Q&A
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
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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
[email protected]
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