Precisely placed, the dermal fillers can be used to lift or contour any number of facial features.

Advantages of the Liquid Facelift

Reduces Wrinkles and Adds Volume

The Liquid Facelift uses a dense gel that is injected in problem areas of the face or neck. The gel works as a filler to correct saggy skin that has lost its volume and reduce deep wrinkles or fine lines.

A liquid facelift has a tightening effect on the skin so the face will have a younger appearance. The effects of the Liquid Facelift will improve in the weeks following the treatment, as collagen formation is also stimulated.

Safe

The solution used in the Liquid Facelift procedure has been tested and involves minimal risks of allergic reactions. The poly L lactic acid is compatible with the human skin and will be absorbed in the body without causing any adverse reactions.

No Scarring

The Liquid Facelift is a treatment that involves injecting a gel under the skin. The gel will not cause any skin damage and the needles used are thin and small, so there won’t be any marks left after the administration of the treatment.

No Surgery Needed

Liquid Facelift is a procedure that won’t require surgery, just a few injections. A Liquid Facelift may be performed without any anesthesia, as it causes a bit of pain that is bearable.

If you would like to schedule a consultation for a liquid facelift with Dr Lombardi in NJ, please call his office at 732-460-9555.

About Dr. Lombardi:

Dr. Lombardi is a Plastic Surgeon in NJ and the founding surgeon of The Plastic & Cosmetic Surgery Center in Eatontown, New Jersey. He is Board Certified by the American Board of Surgery and the American Board of Plastic Surgery and is a member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons.

Dr. Lombardi has received highly specialized training in all aspects of cosmetic surgery including Breast Augmentation, Facial Rejuvenation, and Body Contouring procedures. He is trained in the latest cutting edge techniques of cosmetic surgery including laser surgery, Botox, Restylane, and all of the newest facial fillers. In addition, Dr. Lombardi is the first plastic surgeon in Monmouth County to perform Thermage, or the non-surgical Facelift.

To learn more about Dr. Lombardi, visit http://www.doctorsofcosmeticsurgery.com/

The dermal fillers used can includs Juvederm^tm Ultra, Juvederm^tm Ultra Plus, Radiesse^®, Restylane^®, Perlane^® and Sculptra^®.

Each of these dermal fillers has unique attributes that work in their own special way to contour specific areas of the face.  In general, dermal fillers replace lost volume in the face or help the body regenerate its own collagen.  Precisely placed, the dermal fillers can be used to lift or contour any number of facial features.

Is A Liquid Facelift Right For You?

The Liquid facelift can correct many different signs of aging including sagging skin and jowls, flattened cheeks, sagging corners of the mouth and more.  For some patients, the Liquid Facelift is used to lift the entire face. For others, it may be used to correct only specific problematic areas.

For example, bags can be masked under the eyes by using Liquid Facelift techniques; eyes can be opened up and lids lifted; jowls can be lifted and diminished; natural shape can be restored to flattened cheeks or temple areas; corners of the mouth can be lifted; as well as several other facial feature benefits.

Watch the Liquid Facelift Performed on the Doctors

About Dr. Lombardi:

Dr. Lombardi is a Plastic Surgeon in NJ and the founding surgeon of The Plastic & Cosmetic Surgery Center in Eatontown, New Jersey. He is Board Certified by the American Board of Surgery and the American Board of Plastic Surgery and is a member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons.
Dr. Lombardi has received highly specialized training in all aspects of cosmetic surgery including Breast Augmentation, Facial Rejuvenation, and Body Contouring procedures. He is trained in the latest cutting edge techniques of cosmetic surgery including laser surgery, Botox, Restylane, and all of the newest facial fillers. In addition, Dr. Lombardi is the first plastic surgeon in Monmouth County to perform Thermage, or the non-surgical Facelift.
To learn more about Dr. Lombardi, visit http://www.doctorsofcosmeticsurgery.com/

Liposuction surgery has become a way for men and women to shape their bodies into a more physically appealing form.  Liposuction surgery allows a plastic surgeon to remove fat deposits from unwanted areas of the body, where diet and exercise have failed.

There are many liposuction surgery techniques a cosmetic surgeon could use to perform this procedure. The super-wet liposuction method is one technique. It has its advantages, and like all forms of liposuction, carries its own possible risks.

The Super-Wet liposuction technique is similar to Tumescent Liposuction. The tumescent technique is where a large volume of liquid is injected into the fatty deposits in order to remove the fat.

The super wet method is similar to the tumescent, however less fluid is used. The amount of fluid used is usually the same amount of fat that will be removed. However, there is more blood loss with the super-wet method than with the tumescent technique. The advantage here is that the procedure only takes one to two hours to perform, unlike the tumescent which could take four to five hours. Plus since there is less chance of too much fluid being introduced into the body, super-wet liposuction is safer than the tumescent method.

The best candidates for any Liposuction procedure are normal-weight people with firm, elastic skin who have pockets of excess fat in certain areas. You should be physically healthy, psychologically stable and have realistic expectations. Your age is not a major consideration; however, older patients may have diminished skin elasticity and may not achieve the same results as a younger patient with tighter skin.

To learn more about liposuction surgery or Super-Wet Liposuction Surgery, please visit our website: www.doctorsofcosmeticsurgery.com

About Dr. Lombardi:

Dr. Lombardi is a Plastic Surgeon in NJ and the founding surgeon of The Plastic & Cosmetic Surgery Center in Eatontown, New Jersey. He is Board Certified by the American Board of Surgery and the American Board of Plastic Surgery and is a member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons.
Dr. Lombardi has received highly specialized training in all aspects of cosmetic surgery including Breast Augmentation, Facial Rejuvenation, and Body Contouring procedures. He is trained in the latest cutting edge techniques of cosmetic surgery including laser surgery, Botox, Restylane, and all of the newest facial fillers. In addition, Dr. Lombardi is the first plastic surgeon in Monmouth County to perform Thermage, or the non-surgical Facelift.
To learn more about Dr. Lombardi, visit http://www.doctorsofcosmeticsurgery.com/

Tumescent Liposuction

Tumescent Liposuction or “Tumescent Liposculpting” procedure has become extremely popular because of its unique combination of safety and accuracy. The tumescent liposuction advantage is two-fold: first; it only requires local anesthesia, and second; it is minimally invasive requiring only a few tiny incisions.  These factors reduce the recovery time to about 24-48 hours.

During Tumescent Liposuction, a medicated solution is injected into fatty areas before the fat is removed. The fluid, a mixture of intravenous salt solution, Lidocaine (a local anesthetic) and Epinephrine (a drug that contracts blood vessels)–helps the fat be removed more easily, reduces blood loss and provides anesthesia during and after surgery. Fluid injection also helps to reduce the amount of bruising after surgery.

In tumescent liposuction, the patient is usually awake, which allows the surgeon to feel the patient’s muscle tone alongside the fat layer. This is a huge advantage of tumescent liposuction and really lets an experienced plastic surgeon take more fat than tradition liposuction methods.

The Main Advantage of Tumescent Liposuction

In Tumescent liposuction there is less bleeding and this means much less post-operative swelling, reducing recovery time to as little as 24-48 hours. The other amazing fact about tumescent liposuction is that it can be combined with other liposuction techniques. Often other liposuction modalities are performed first to loosen the fat and then the surgeon removes what is left through the tumescent liposuction technique.

There are many additional liposuction techniques that I will continue to cover in future blogs. In the mean time, you can learn more about liposuction surgery by visiting www.doctorsofcosmeticsurgery.com/liposuction_surgery_nj.shtml

About Dr. Lombardi:

Dr. Lombardi is a Plastic Surgeon in NJ and the founding surgeon of The Plastic & Cosmetic Surgery Center in Eatontown, New Jersey. He is Board Certified by the American Board of Surgery and the American Board of Plastic Surgery and is a member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons.
Dr. Lombardi has received highly specialized training in all aspects of cosmetic surgery including Breast Augmentation, Facial Rejuvenation, and Body Contouring procedures. He is trained in the latest cutting edge techniques of cosmetic surgery including laser surgery, Botox, Restylane, and all of the newest facial fillers. In addition, Dr. Lombardi is the first plastic surgeon in Monmouth County to perform Thermage, or the non-surgical Facelift.
To learn more about Dr. Lombardi, visit http://www.doctorsofcosmeticsurgery.com/

While liposuction surgery is still one of the most popular procedures today for removing excess fat deposits and slimming and contouring the body, many people are still seeking less invasive solutions.  Liposuction involves the use of anesthesia, and as such, surgical risks.  There are other options for those looking for similar results with surgery.

Two of the most popular non surgical weight loss and slimming techniques performed at The Lombardi Plastic Surgery Center include the ZERONA Slimming System and Velasmooth.

ZERONA

ZERONA revolutionizes fat reduction in a safe, proven procedure. There are no needles, no incisions, and no recovery time needed.  The ZERONA procedure involves six quick and painless treatments done over a 2 week period. You simply lie under the ZERONA slimming device for 20 minutes on your front and 20 minutes on your back.

ZERONA targets your problem areas, and painlessly reduces fat in the tissue under your skin. ZERONA uses clinically proven low-level laser technology. This laser emulsifies the adipose tissue which is then released into the interstitial space. The excess fat is passed through the body during its normal course of detoxification. The ZERONA procedure was proven through a double-blind, randomized, multi-site, and placebo-controlled study in which patients, on average, lost 3.64 inches from their waist, hips, and thighs. This result is dramatic compared to the placebo group, which only lost an average of half an inch.

There is no use of anesthesia, and there is no pain. There is no numbing agents needed, no needles and no downtime.

Velasmooth

VelaSmooth ™ is a laser-like medical device that penetrates deep enough into the adipose tissue to effectively treat cellulite.  Velasmooth can help reduce the appearance of cellulite.

The combined heat energy that is delivered to the skin goes deep so fat is mobilized and allows for deposition of new collagen, and therefore, a smoother skin surface is affected. The VelaSmooth ™, in addition to reducing thigh circumference and improving the skin surface irregularities, actually helps to re-contour the areas and gives an improved appearance to the cellulite in general. Patients don’t lose weight–but look like they have lost weight because the whole area has been re-contoured.

The entire treatment is painless, and patients report that it feels like a warm, soothing and deep massage session. Most treatments last between 45 – 60 minutes, but visible results can be achieved after a series of treatment spaced over a two month period.

To learn more about non-invasive procedures for body fat reduction and weight loss, please visit our website: http://www.doctorsofcosmeticsurgery.com

About Dr. Lombardi:

Dr. Lombardi is a Plastic Surgeon in NJ and the founding surgeon of The Plastic & Cosmetic Surgery Center in Eatontown, New Jersey. He is Board Certified by the American Board of Surgery and the American Board of Plastic Surgery and is a member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons.
Dr. Lombardi has received highly specialized training in all aspects of cosmetic surgery including Breast Augmentation, Facial Rejuvenation, and Body Contouring procedures. He is trained in the latest cutting edge techniques of cosmetic surgery including laser surgery, Botox, Restylane, and all of the newest facial fillers. In addition, Dr. Lombardi is the first plastic surgeon in Monmouth County to perform Thermage, or the non-surgical Facelift.
To learn more about Dr. Lombardi, visit http://www.doctorsofcosmeticsurgery.com/

Your body and your well-being are worth more than any discounted price.

Liposuction Costs

There are many factors that make up the cost of liposuction surgery.  Typically the price includes a non-surgical fee (cost of operating room, nurses, lab tests, supplies, etc) as well as the actual surgical fee.

The actual fee for surgery may be based on the patient’s size or size of area(s) being treated, amount of time and effort involved in the surgery and cost of anesthesiologist.

The experience of the plastic surgeon and the geographic location can also affect the price tag. In geographic areas where rents and labor costs are high, such as New York City, one can expect higher prices for liposuction.

Financing Liposuction Surgery

Since the majority of liposuction surgeries are considered cosmetic, and therefore ‘non essential’, insurance will not cover the cost.  Your surgeon, however, can review with you your options for financing your surgery through private finance companies.

To learn more about liposuction costs in NJ, call the Lombardi Plastic Surgery Center at 732-460-9555.

About Dr. Lombardi:

Dr. Lombardi is one of the best plastic surgeons in nj and the founding surgeon of The Plastic & Cosmetic Surgery Center in Eatontown, New Jersey. He is Board Certified by the American Board of Surgery and the American Board of Plastic Surgery and is a member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons.

Dr. Lombardi has received highly specialized training in all aspects of cosmetic surgery including Breast Augmentation, Facial Rejuvenation, and Body Contouring procedures. He is trained in the latest cutting edge techniques of cosmetic surgery including laser surgery, Botox, Restylane, and all of the newest facial fillers.

In addition, Dr. Lombardi is the first plastic surgeon in Monmouth County to perform Thermage, the non-surgical Facelift.

To learn more about Dr. Lombardi, visit http://www.doctorsofcosmeticsurgery.com/

For the best results from your liposuction surgery, you should receive your surgery when you have lost any excess weight (not localized fat deposits) that you would like to lose and you are at your ideal weight. This will allow your surgeon to determine which areas need to be treated.

Additionally, if you have an excess amount of weight to lose, you may no longer be a candidate for liposuction surgery after you have lost all of your weight.  Individuals whose skin has lost its elasticity due to dramatic weight losses are not ideal candidates for liposuction.  There are other procedures that can help you resolve loose and sagging skin.  Liposuction will not address this problems and can even make it worse.

Therefore, I recommend going for your liposuction surgery when you are at your ideal weight.  This will allow for the greatest results from your procedure.

Deciding whether or not to have liposuction surgery is a big decision. I recommend meeting with several plastic surgeons, and having a good understanding of what your results are likely to be.

About Dr. Lombardi:

Dr. Lombardi is one of the best plastic surgeons in nj and the founding surgeon of The Plastic & Cosmetic Surgery Center in Eatontown, New Jersey. He is Board Certified by the American Board of Surgery and the American Board of Plastic Surgery and is a member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons.

Dr. Lombardi has received highly specialized training in all aspects of cosmetic surgery including Breast Augmentation, Facial Rejuvenation, and Body Contouring procedures. He is trained in the latest cutting edge techniques of cosmetic surgery including laser surgery, Botox, Restylane, and all of the newest facial fillers.

In addition, Dr. Lombardi is the first plastic surgeon in Monmouth County to perform Thermage, the non-surgical Facelift.

To learn more about Dr. Lombardi, visit http://www.doctorsofcosmeticsurgery.com/

In my NJ plastic surgery center, I see patients almost every day who come in for a liposuction, consultation but because of loose skin in the abdominal area, they are not a good candidate. When fat is removed, the skin over that area has to shrink, so if it lacks elasticity and tone it isn’t going to adapt to the new contours created by a liposuction procedure. A person can find themselves trading one problem (localized fat) for another (hanging or uneven skin).

If you have a ‘globular’ appearance to your abdomen as a result of abdominal fascia weakness, liposuction will not improve that condition. A tummy tuck is a better choice in this case because it addresses skin and abdominal wall laxity, as well as excess fat.

It has gotten more difficult for patients to sort out the claims recently because laser liposuction and other types of techniques are being offered as alternatives to tummy tucks and avoids the scars and the longer recovery. There is some evidence that the laser can tighten the skin a little bit, but not enough to replace tummy tucks for those who would be a candidates for this procedure anyway.

Deciding whether or not to have liposuction surgery is a big decision. I recommend meeting with several plastic surgeons, and having a good understanding of what your results are likely to be.

Last year alone there were more than 198,000 liposuction procedures performed – 19% more than the previous year. Ages of those patients were 13-19 — 3,179; ages 20-29 – 30,023; ages 30-39 – 64,578; age 40-plus – 79,231.

There has also been a steady increase in liposuction procedures for men. Although 89 % of liposuction procedures in 2009 were on women, 22,301 surgeries were done on men – up 18% from the previous year.

About Dr. Lombardi:

Dr. Lombardi is one of the best plastic surgeons in nj and the founding surgeon of The Plastic & Cosmetic Surgery Center in Eatontown, New Jersey. He is Board Certified by the American Board of Surgery and the American Board of Plastic Surgery and is a member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons.

Dr. Lombardi has received highly specialized training in all aspects of cosmetic surgery including Breast Augmentation, Facial Rejuvenation, and Body Contouring procedures. He is trained in the latest cutting edge techniques of cosmetic surgery including laser surgery, Botox, Restylane, and all of the newest facial fillers.

In addition, Dr. Lombardi is the first plastic surgeon in Monmouth County to perform Thermage, the non-surgical Facelift.

To learn more about Dr. Lombardi, visit http://www.doctorsofcosmeticsurgery.com/

In the age of ‘mommy makeovers’, breast lift surgery, or mastopexy , has become an increasingly popular option for post-baby body comebacks. A mastopexy raises and firms the breasts by removing excess skin and tightening and repositioning the surrounding tissue to create a more youthful and pleasing breast contour. A breast lift can also reduce the size of areolas that can become enlarged over time.

All surgical procedures carry varying degrees of associated risks. During your initial consultation with your Doctor, you will be asked to provide a full medical history and other information that will help your surgeon determine whether you face an increased threat for any risks.

Risks and possible complications of mastopexy include: unfavorable scarring, excessive bleeding or hematoma, skin loss (tissue death), blood clots, reactions to anesthesia, skin discoloration, persistent edema (swelling), asymmetry, temporary or even permanent loss of sensation in the nipples, unsatisfactory aesthetic results, or recurrent looseness or sagging of skin.

Ensuring that you are in optimal health before your surgery can lessen some of the aesthetic risks.  You can help the health process by making sure your body is nourished and in optimum health:

• Refrain from smoking before and after surgery
• Eat a well balanced diet
• Get plenty of rest
• Avoid sun exposure before and after surgery
• Your doctor may ask you to stop or begin taking certain medications before surgery

Most doctors recommend that you have breast lift surgery after you are done having children, still, some women choose not to wait to have the corrective procedure.

As with any surgical procedure, careful thought and consideration must be placed on your lifestyle, level of activity and aesthetic preferences.  Be sure to thoroughly review all of your options with your plastic surgeon.

To learn more about breast lift surgery in NJ, visit www.DoctorsofCosmeticSurgery.com or call the Lombardi Plastic Surgery Center at 732-460-9555.

About Dr. Lombardi:

Dr. Lombardi is a Plastic Surgeon in NJ and the founding surgeon of The Plastic & Cosmetic Surgery Center in Eatontown, New Jersey. He is Board Certified by the American Board of Surgery and the American Board of Plastic Surgery and is a member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons.
Dr. Lombardi has received highly specialized training in all aspects of cosmetic surgery including Breast Augmentation, Facial Rejuvenation, and Body Contouring procedures. He is trained in the latest cutting edge techniques of cosmetic surgery including laser surgery, Botox, Restylane, and all of the newest facial fillers. In addition, Dr. Lombardi is the first plastic surgeon in Monmouth County to perform Thermage, or the non-surgical Facelift.
To learn more about Dr. Lombardi, visit http://www.doctorsofcosmeticsurgery.com/

There are different types of tummy tucks surgery procedures, most commonly are full and mini tummy tucks.

Full tummy tuck surgery is major surgery.  A large incision is made from hip-to-hip and a considerable amount of skin is removed.  Mini tummy tuck surgery is less invasive with little to no skin being removed.  The main focus of a mini tummy tuck procedure is to tighten the abdominal walls.

Risks of any surgical procedures can include:

• Anesthesia reactions
• Aspiration pneumonia
• Bleeding
• Blood clots
• Delayed wound healing
• Infection
• Unfavorable drug reactions

During your initial consultation with your Doctor, you will be asked to provide a full medical history and other information that will help your surgeon determine whether you face an increased threat for some of these risks.

Reducing the risks of tummy tuck surgery:

It is much easier for a healthy individual to recover form surgery and avoid many of the associated risks.  Smokers have a more difficult time with recovery. At the Lombardi Plastic Surgery Center, we always advise our NJ tummy tuck patients to refrain from smoking for up to 2 weeks prior to surgery and for as long as 2-3 weeks following surgery.  Eating a well balanced diet can also help your body recover quicker.  Be sure that your body is getting proper nourishment and plenty of sleep in the weeks before and after your surgery.  Exposure to the sun before or after surgery should be avoided as sunburn could negatively affect your body’s ability to heal at the incision-site.

It is important for patients to be fully informed about both the risks and the benefits before undergoing abdominoplasty. To learn more about tummy tuck surgery in NJ, visit www.DoctorsofCosmeticSurgery.com or call the Lombardi Plastic Surgery Center at 732-460-9555.

About Dr. Lombardi:

Dr. Lombardi is a Plastic Surgeon in NJ and the founding surgeon of The Plastic & Cosmetic Surgery Center in Eatontown, New Jersey. He is Board Certified by the American Board of Surgery and the American Board of Plastic Surgery and is a member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons.
Dr. Lombardi has received highly specialized training in all aspects of cosmetic surgery including Breast Augmentation, Facial Rejuvenation, and Body Contouring procedures. He is trained in the latest cutting edge techniques of cosmetic surgery including laser surgery, Botox, Restylane, and all of the newest facial fillers. In addition, Dr. Lombardi is the first plastic surgeon in Monmouth County to perform Thermage, or the non-surgical Facelift.
To learn more about Dr. Lombardi, visit http://www.doctorsofcosmeticsurgery.com/