In Southern California with all the sunshine, we see lots of patients with skin cancer. The best way to treat and cure skin cancer is to remove it as early as possible. Surgical excision with precise plastic surgical repair will leave a very fine scar which is barely visible. Most skin cancers can be removed as an outpatient using local anesthesia. This is a painless procedure with excellent results.
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Thursday morning I made sure to wear matching bra and panties -something to make me feel better while a complete stranger looks at my “they’ve been better” areas. I had already received informational brochures and filled out the paper work at home. “Third building, 3rd floor, Suite 351″, I kept repeating to myself as I parked my car. The suite was easy to find (next to the elevator). I was warmly received by the receptionist.She was professional, glamorous and chic with a friendly smile. The reception area presented a “Tommy Bahama” meets Luxury ambiance with, Before and After Photo Portfolios offered through out the area. Impulsively, I reached for the “Liposculpture Portfolio”. I knew I was in the right place by the third photo. Dr. von Maur’s work is stunning. The great, “Leonardo da Vinci”, came to my mind as I viewed the before and after photos. I was on page 5 when a patient care coordinator escorted me into the consultation room. I was in the room within 10 minutes! She was nice and expressed a comfortable personality that made me feel at ease. After a few questions she stepped out, then, introduced me to Dr. von Maur. He is tall, commanding, confident and distinguished. He quietly shook my hand as he looked me in the eyes. He streched the importance of examining my shape objectively together with me present, so that we can look at the whole picture to discuss a plan. To be continued… Come back tomorrow
Q:I’m 35 and have had 2 kids. My tummy and breasts are saggy, and I have unwanted fat in some areas around my hips. I guess I’m the classic candidate for a “MommyMake Over”. But, here’s my concern- I just want to be under anesthesia once! I’m in need of many procedures, can I get everything done all at once and still be safe?
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If your general health is optimum, the full “mommy makeover” (breast lift and tummy tuck with hip liposuction) is generally safe as long as a thorough preoperative evaluation has been done and you have been cleared for surgery.
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Step#1 calls for Liposuction:
The search for a Plastic Surgeon began with a night out with the girls. I noticed Eva’s adorable sleeveless top was holding itself up. As we talked about our work week, I mentioned I had visited a med spa, and spoken to a surgeon regarding my saddlebags, but I felt unsure. Eva whispered, I’m going to text you. The text read, “he has lots of experience and he “helped me”. I thought, “Well, Eva does have envious breasts, and I’m in the need of “sexy legs“. So, that night, I did what most girls do when we need to research a man…I Googled him. Dr. Burr von Maur; a.k.a. answer to my saddle bag woes. Dr. Burr von Maur is a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon with over 20 years of experience. The next day I called for a consultation appointment. I asked to be squeezed in any day, any time (after all, this is a Saddlebag Emergency and I have already bought the cutest wedges to go with my future shorts!). My consult was scheduled for that Thursday. Blog 2 of “Road to Sexy Legs” Series.
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I’m 30…(something) and want SEXY LEGS…NOW!
I go to the gym three times per week and it doesn’t help my problem areas. Spring is here, and I would like to feel comfortable wearing cute shorts with sandals (high wedge sandals). My body looks fine, but I have two stubborn saddlebags that are stuck to me and I can’t get rid of them. The derrière is also in need of a boost and traces of cellulite are showing up. I understand that instant gratification is what I want and that’s okay! Follow me as I keep going with my liposuction procedure with BVM! Blog 1 of Series
I have seen ads of face lift procedures that advertise “sedative state” or
“twilight sleep”. How does this differ from full anesthesia?
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“Sedative local anesthesia (twilight sleep) can be done for face lift procedures as long as the sedative medications are administered by a trained M.D., Anesthesiologist and you are fully monitored with cardiac telemetry,pulse oximetry, blood pressure monitoring,etc. However, most Board Certified Plastic Surgeons prefer to use general anesthesia because they (and the Anesthesiologist) believe that with general anesthesia,the airway can be controlled and less sedative medications are necessary. General anesthesia is definitely safer and more controllable.”
Health before Beauty, Burr von Maur, M.D., F.A.C.S.
These past 4 years I have spent at least 3,OOO dollars on lip injection procedures. I like the results, but is it possible to have a permanent procedure done on my lips, so that I save money in the long run?Most Plastic Surgeons prefer to use fat grafting as an alternative to “temporary fillers” when choosing a more permanent solution for lip augmentetion. The fat is removed using special syringes (usually from your tummy or hips) and is injected with small infiltration needles into your lips.
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“Dr. von Maur, I work out 4 days per week but my saddle bags and heavy hips are not reducing in size. These areas have bothered me since high school. Although I’ve maintained a 24 inch waist, my hips and thighs require a size 10. I’m seriously considering liposuction. Would you give me more information regarding this procedure?” Sandy in Laguna, Ca.
A: Sandy, it sounds like you may be an ideal candidate for liposuction. This procedure targets unwanted fatty deposits when diet and exercise don’t work. The liposuction procedure will significantly improve the contour and shape of your hips and thighs resulting in a proportionally streamlined silhouette. Your consultation will include a computer imager composite of yourself to visually clarify your desired new beauty.
Q: Dr. von Maur, I had Lap Band surgery over 14 months ago and have lost close to 113 pounds. My weight has been stable and I receive so many compliments for my weight loss. But when I don’t have clothes on, I see a body that doesn’t represent the new me. I need information on my aesthetic choices and I realize you are a member of the American Society of Bariatric Plastic Surgeons, would you help?
Mandy, New Port Beach, CA.
A: Dear Mandy,
After a gastric bypass surgery and once a healthy lifestyle is stable, patients seek solutions to their specific aesthetic challenges. I get a tremendous amount of satisfaction by specializing in these specific surgeries. Typically, the natural aging process causes skin and tissue to lose elasticity and tone over time. Gastric bypass surgeries result in massive weight loss. Together, both factors contribute to poor tissue elasticity which results in loose sagging skin with irregular contours. A surgical body lift improves the shape and tone of the underlying tissue that supports fat and skin and offers a more youthful-looking silhouette. A body lift is individualized to your specific regions to be treated. We welcome all patients with a complementary consultation and present a computer image of how you can look post procedure. We’re a phone call away.
Dear Dr. von Maur,
I have had 3 children and my body has changed so much. As much as I work out I still have a lot of excess skin on my tummy and my breasts are droopy and loose. What can I do to get rid of all this skin and get my figure back? I am so FRUSTRATED and want something done!!!! Is a Mommy Makeover what I need?
Dear Nicole,
I am glad you asked these questions your problem is very common and not unique. We specialize in Mommy Makeover Surgery which addresses all of your issues. Your tummy can be tightened and your breasts can be lifted, tightened and enlarged if needed. If you have problem areas that aren’t going away with exercise we can help you there also.
As a specialist in Mommy Makeover Surgery your goals can be accomplished in one operation using general anesthesia. This is an out-patient operation so that you do not have to be hospitalized. Patients are so HAPPY and THRILLED with their results.
Please call our office with any further questions you may have regarding this amazing procedure.
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