Terracina Surgical Arts

How To Find The Right Plastic Surgeon For You 

If you are considering plastic surgery, you have some decisions to make. While most people spend time thinking about the potential results and procedure, there is a much more important matter to consider. That matter is the choice of the plastic surgeon you decide to go with. You need to carefully evaluate the surgeons on your list before making a decision. This is not only important for your appearance, but most importantly, your safety. Some of these decisions include things like: Is your surgeon board certified? How much experience does the surgeon you are interested in have? And last but certainly not least, how is their operating facility, and how does their staff make you feel?

1. Plastic Surgeon VS. Cosmetic Surgeon

When patients are searching to find the perfect surgeon for them, one of the most common things he/she is not aware of is that there is a huge difference between a plastic surgeon and a cosmetic surgeon. Making sure you know the difference between the two is very crucial. Both must finish medical school however a Plastic Surgeon must complete a residency and/or fellowship in plastic surgery, and then become certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery.

Plastic Surgeon

The American Board of Plastic Surgery is the only board acknowledged and approved by the National Board of Medical Specialties. A plastic surgeon has had at least 6-8 years of training in all aspects of aesthetics and reconstructive techniques of surgery. After the rigorous training has been examined by the American Board of Plastic Surgery (which is the only specialty recognized by the American Board of Medical Specialties), they then can perform procedures on patients. A plastic surgeon will have the right education, certification and training for the procedures in their facility.

Cosmetic Surgeon

A cosmetic surgeon is any licensed physician being a pediatrician, psychiatrist, internist, obstetrician, dermatologist, etc. Following with that, many physicians are unfortunately not under the guidance of a properly credentialed board. Some cosmetic surgeons and other medical training individuals think they can offer plastic surgery procedures. However, they really do not have their certification to do so.

2. Find a Plastic Surgeon whose aesthetic sense is appealing to you

Plastic surgery is defined as a surgical specialty dedicated to reconstruction of facial and body defects such as: birth disorders, trauma, burns, and disease. However, in some cases you can spend the time researching what exactly your end goal is, and what surgeon will be the best for you depending on your case. When choosing a plastic surgeon, be sure to find one who appeals to your needs in every way.

Tips to determine the right plastic surgeon for your aesthetic needs:

• Looking at your surgeons before and after photos of his/her past procedures is always a good idea when you have an end goal in mind.
• Look for past patients who had a similar reconstruction done to them. This is helpful to give you a small glimpse as to what you can expect.
• Look for consistency. Do their post-op pictures appeal to you?

3. How do the surgeon and their staff make you feel?

Being 100% comfortable around your surgeon and their staff is KEY. Make sure that you can put all your trust into your surgeon before committing to a life changing surgery.

Ask yourself:

• Do I enjoy coming to my appointments?
• Do I trust this surgeon to know what’s safe and what isn’t?
• Would I recommend this surgeon to friends/family?
• Can I ask my surgeon any question I may have throughout this process?
• Can I disclose all of my medical history to my surgeon? (Very important!)

4. How is the operating facility?

ASPS require that member surgeons use surgical facilities that meet established standards for quality and safety. Ensuring that your surgeon operates in an accredited surgical facility means a number of things that are crucial for your safety and well-being are in place. Accredited agencies verify that the operating room has everything needed to respond quickly and appropriately in life-and-death situations. Luckily, it’s pretty easy to do and won’t take much of your time. Here are a few steps that you can take.

What to ask/look for:

• Find out your facilities level of accreditation. Look for AAAASF, AAAHC or JCAHO
• Know that you can ask for these qualifications. You are looking for someone who is a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, or a Board Certified Anesthesiologist that is going to be administering your anesthesia.

5. How does this facility treat their customers?

• Is the staff approachable and helpful?
• Am I getting reliable information about my surgery?
• When I have any questions regarding my surgery, am I getting a prompt reply?

Nose job surgery, also known as rhinoplasty, is a surgery that is performed to alter the appearance of the nose with the goal of enhancing facial harmony and the proportional relationships of the facial features.  This is one of the more invasive, yet functional, cosmetic surgeries that many people will undergo at some point in their lives.  So, when deciding where to get your rhinoplasty done, it is very important to consider as many doctors as possible and see what each one of them has to say about your case.  Especially in the Southern California area, there are almost too many options to choose from as far as plastic surgeons are concerned.

However, we are here to tell you that you have come to the right place.  If you are in the Southern California area and are looking to receive a nose job, look no further than Terracina Surgical Arts in the Inland Empire.  Terracina is run by the exceptional Dr. Punjabi, along with his amazing team of associates and technicians.  Dr. Punjabi has many years of experience in performing nose jobs, and he has provided countless patients with the nose of their dreams throughout the years.  Whether you’re looking to go bigger, smaller, have a change in shape, or are having a respiratory problem, Dr. Punjabi will be able to help you reach whatever your end goal may be.  Plus, all of these amazing services and more are available to everyone right here in the Inland Empire.

People elect to undergo rhinoplasty for many different reasons.  One of the most common of these, however, is obstructed airways.  Airway obstruction cases are ones that require more careful evaluation than cosmetic cases, being that these are directly related to the nasal structure.  This is in stark contrast to cosmetic cases, which are typically done due to a dislike of the shape or appearance of the nose.

Before undergoing your nose job here in the Inland Empire, Dr. Punjabi will ask you stop smoking for at least six weeks prior to the procedure.  Taking this step will promote more efficient healing.  You will also need to stop taking aspirin and other anti-inflammatory drugs, along with any herbal medications that may increase bleeding.  Hydration is also extremely important to help increase your chances of a safe and speedy recovery.

Medications will be administered for your comfort during the procedure.  General anesthesia is commonly used, although local or intravenous anesthesia may be more desirable, depending on the case.  For your assured safety during surgery, multiple monitors will be used in order to keep track of your heart rate, blood pressure, and blood oxygen levels.  Depending on the type of work that needs to be done and how much work needs to be done, your rhinoplasty may utilize either a closed or an open technique.  Incisions for closed rhinoplasties are made entirely on the inside of the nose whereas open rhinoplasties require additional small incisions made on the underside of the nose on the skin between the nostrils.  The nasal skin will then be separated from the underlying bone and cartilage and the existing framework will be given a new shape.  Here at Terracina, we focus not only on the shape, but also on the function of the nose.  So, upon altering the shape, we will make sure that you will still be able to breathe normally and will not have any post-surgical obstruction.

After your rhinoplasty is completed, you will be taken into the recovery room where your conditions will be closely monitored, and you will be discharged when you are sufficiently recovered.  There will be a splint placed on the outside of your nose to help support the new shape as you go through the healing process.  A nasal splint or packing may also be placed in the nostrils to provide any necessary additional support.  The packings will be removed after about four to seven days after surgery, and the splint and additional bandages will be removed in seven to ten days.

As you go through the healing process, you should expect bruising, swelling, and some discomfort.  Your face overall will be swollen, and the areas specifically around your eyes and nose will be darkly bruised.  This swelling and bruises typically will mostly dissipate within the first ten to fourteen days.  You may need to make sure that you keep your head elevated and as still as possible for the first few days after your procedure.  If necessary, Dr. Punjabi will prescribe pain medication to help you manage any severe discomfort you may be having.  He may also instruct you to limit your physical activity for anywhere from a few days to a few weeks.

It is extremely important that you listen closely to all of the post-rhinoplasty instructions you are given by Dr. Punjabi.  If you do not pay attention to and execute your post-operative care the way you are told, you may experience serious complications and your end result may not be what you were hoping for.  Keep in mind that minor swelling of the nose can occur for up to a year after surgery, so if you experience this, there is no need to fear of a serious complication, for it is fairly normal for this to be the case.

Dr. Punjabi has given many people the nose of their dreams and has improved their breathing throughout his extensive career in cosmetic and reconstructive surgery.  So, if you’re in Southern California and thinking about getting a nose job, look no further than Terracina Surgical Arts.  Our amazing team is right here in the Inland Empire to help you finally get the nose you’ve always wanted.  Visit our website and give us a call today to schedule your rhinoplasty consultation with Dr. Punjabi and the rest of the Terracina team.

As summer winds down, fall swiftly comes in for the season of leaves, pumpkin spice latte, and possibly plastic surgery. As leaves are changing, so should you, it’s time to fall in love with a new you in this new time of season.

Do you feel the need to cosmetically enhance your imperfections in this time of season? Don’t worry, you’re not alone as men and women begin the season of facial enhancements. Plastic surgery in Inland Empire waits for those who are ready to start the season with a big bang. Luckily, here at Terracina Surgical Arts, we provide one of the best facelifts in the Inland Empire for all types of patients. Together, we will go over our custom procedure in facelifts for this right time of season.

What is a Facelift?

 Rhytidectomy, or most commonly known as a facelift, is a procedure for cosmetic surgery in Inland Empire where we offer at our facility. Rhytidectomy involves an operation in skin-tightening treatments alongside the removal of sagging tissues in your cheeks, forehead, chin, etc. Terracina Surgical Arts offers a facelift with corresponding treatments to overall augment a satisfying facial rejuvenation treatment.

3 Reasons to Fall in Love With Terracina Surgical Art Facelifts 

1. Look Young Once Again. With all the excess skin wrinkles and saggy face tissue, a facelift can alleviate all concerns once treated. Immediately you’ll see results with a brand new, young-looking face.
2. Deep Facial Creases No More. It’s already annoying as is when you’re confident with a new fall look but struggle to feel confident in your own skin, let alone deep creases showing along your face. Rhytidectomy reduces facial creases (nasolabial folds) between the mouth and nose to brighten a new look for the fall season.
3. Alleviate Skin Wrinkles Around Your Neck, Chin, Jawline, etc. Facelifts aren’t just for the cheekbones and forehead alone; facelift can help diminish wrinkles anywhere else around the face. Don’t settle for small fixes here and there but transition to an ultimate new you with facelifts all around.

Procedures With Facelifts 

• Blepharoplasty(Eyelid Surgery): If you’ve had long nights or stress over work, relationships, and life then it’s a common understanding of your eyes resulting in puffiness and wrinkles around them. It’s one of the most common procedures correlated with facelifts, blepharoplasty offers a treatment in eliminating all wrinkles surrounding tired eyes.
• Brow and Forehead Lift: Do you fret over the lines above your forehead and brow? Alongside a facelift, receive a brow and forehead lift to bury those worrisome wrinkles away.
• Liposuction: Also known as one of the most popular procedures a patient undergoes, Liposuction perfectly complements any form of a facelift to help increase your confidence. Liposuction slims down one’s stomach and reshapes it to a patient’s ideal body image by eliminating excess fat.

New Season, New You

 It can be difficult to find the right plastic surgeon in Inland Empire; luckily, Terracina Surgical Arts provides one of the top surgeons in the area. We care about our patients feeling the utmost importance while also maintaining up to par service. Begin this new season with a facelift by contacting us today!

Deciding to have children and becoming a mother can lead to some of the most rewarding and transformative years of a woman’s life. However, most mothers can tell you that some of the things it does to your body are not so wonderful. There seems to be a heightened demand for mommy makeovers due to the media and celebrities. We tend to see women who recently just had a baby, and begin to wonder how their baby weight is nowhere to be seen. While most of these individuals we see in our media are celebrities that have dietary restrictions, fitness trainers, and the money for plastic surgery. Wouldn’t it be amazing to jump back that fast after having a baby? Luckily we offer some of the best procedures to get rid of that stubborn baby weight.

Understanding What A Mommy Makeover Does

Any reputable plastic surgeon will require you to wait at LEAST 6 months after giving birth before you have any invasive surgery. It is best to wait this long so that your abdominal muscles have a chance to fully heal before you have a tummy tuck. Pregnancy often leads to loose skin and damaged muscles in the abdomen, that is why it is much harder to get your pre baby bod back again. Damaged abdominal muscles however can only permanently go away with surgery.

What Is Involved In A Mommy Makeover?

If you are considering getting a mommy makeover, know that your procedures will be personalized during your consultation to reflect your needs. Not all women need to have every procedure that a mommy makeover entails, but the only way to find out is to talk to your board-certified plastic surgeon. With that in mind, here is a list of the mommy makeover procedures that we offer:

● Tummy Tuck: (Abdominoplasty) addresses excess stomach skin. A long incision is made on your lower abdomen along your bikini line, which allows your surgeon to pull the skin and muscle to achieve a flat tummy. This option is great for patients who are looking to reduce their excess fat, sagging skin and stretch marks.

● Breast Augmentation/Lift: To correct reduction in breast volume after pregnancy, a breast augmentation or lift is highly recommended. This procedure helps to restore the lost firmness and elasticity that is lost after pregnancy weight gain and breastfeeding.

● Liposuction: This procedure is used to remove the stubborn fat deposits that wouldn’t go away with just a tummy tuck. Pregnancy tends to make women gain weight in places where they typically wouldn’t gain wait.

Before Booking A Consultation

After waiting six months or more after giving birth, you will need to make sure that you are meeting all of the following criteria before you can have your mommy makeover.

● Good Overall Health: Most people don’t realize that before you have an invasive surgery, you need to be in good physical health. This includes not smoking, and having your primary doctor clear your health history.

● Healthy Weight: Although you will be losing weight after your procedure/s, it is important that you make note that these surgeries are not weight loss procedures. It is recommended that you weigh no more than 25 pounds over your goal weight before your surgery.

● Budget Accordingly: When you are having so many invasive surgeries at once, you need to keep in mind that it is going to cost more money than just getting one procedure done. These surgeries typically range anywhere from $10,000$20,000.

● Ideally Be Done Having Children: Although this is not strictly necessary, we recommend this because if you were to get pregnant AFTER your surgeries, you would essentially be undoing your results. The skin that was pulled and cut away from your mommy makeover will again be getting stretched out, which will result in revision surgery. A revision surgery is also going to cost you more money and you will have a high risk or scarring as well.

What To Expect For Your Mommy Makeover Recovery After you have completed your mommy makeover surgery, it is now time for your recovery process. This process is not brief, and it usually puts most patients on bed rest for approximately two weeks. Tummy tucks are particularly longer when it comes to recovering; you can expect somewhere near two to three months healing from this surgery because of how invasive it is. It is a requirement that you are not lifting anything more than 25 pounds as this can cause your incisions to open.

Lastly, we want to tell you that your results will not be evident immediately. You will be experiencing swelling in your body as well which is your body’s natural inflammatory response, and this is normal.