Description : Which of the following statement(s) describe the effects of aging on wound healing? a. A finer, more cosmetic scar might be expected b. In vitro studies demonstrate decreased proliferative ... . Wound infection occurs more frequently in elderly patients due to diminished ability to fight infection
Last Answer : Answer: a, b, c There are important age-dependent aspects of wound healing. The elderly heal more slowly and with less scarring. There is a gradual attenuation of the inflammatory ... the sutures. There is no evidence to suggest that wound infections occur more commonly in elderly patients
Description : Why is it ok to cut and scar yourself with plastic surgery but it is "wrong" to cut your body yourself with knives ?
Last Answer : Cosmetic surgery is ( supposedly ) an attempt to improve on nature. Self-cutting is an indication that nature has gone rather wrong.
Description : What can help heal a thyroid surgery scar?
Last Answer : Shea Butter can help Also, there are cosmetic surgeries to reduce the appearance of scars
Description : Why do you think Micheal Jackson had all that cosmetic surgery done?
Last Answer : Never bothered to google if he made a statement about this or a person close to him did so. Seemed society and the media didn't make a big fuss about it or him. Maybe they did ... was more of being simply unsatisfied with his beautiful black features rather than self-loathing for simply being black.
Description : Elected plastic cosmetic surgery, in all its forms, has just spun completely out of control. Can anything be done?
Last Answer : answer:If someone chooses to have cosmetic surgery and they're old enough to legally make that decision, I don't think it's my business to interfere or judge or something governments should regulate. I ... t think that's the norm. How many people do you personally know who've had cosmetic surgery?
Description : Be honest. If you were worth millions, billions of dollars, would you have cosmetic surgery?
Last Answer : No. I’ve had necessary surgery. I cannot fathom why people opt for elective, cosmetic surgery. The end does not justify the means to me.
Description : Is cosmetic surgery a valid option to put an end to being teased, and or bullied?
Last Answer : It’s a desperate act typical of a shallow, quick fix, easy way out culture currently thriving in pockets of our society. Just because you can, doesn’t mean you should.
Description : Would you get or have you gotten cosmetic surgery?
Last Answer : answer:I use to want a nose job because I felt like mine was too big and fat (for lack of a better description). Then my grandfather passed away. Everyone in my family always said I had his nose. Once he ... road was a turn off for me. So, at least at this point, I'm sticking with what I have.
Description : Considering a cosmetic surgery for a child; wrong, or done with good intention?
Last Answer : answer:I think it really depends on what it is. I’m generally opposed to making permanent changes, but some things have a good reason. A sixth finger or a tail? Yeah, go ahead and take it off. A nose job? no.
Description : Is there a cosmetic surgery procedure where they close your belly button?
Last Answer : no
Description : Have you had cosmetic surgery?
Last Answer : I had my ears ‘pinned back’ when I was 16— best thing I have ever done. And I’m all for a little Eyelid lift for me soon.
Description : Is there a cosmetic surgery I can have done to make my lips thinner?
Last Answer : Lol, the type of lips you’re describing sound perfect. I don’t understand why anyone would want to get rid of a great feature. @drdoombot I second that.
Description : Would you consider cosmetic surgery for a relative of yours with Down Syndrome and mongoloid features in order to help them better physically blend in with their peers?
Last Answer : I’m just curious, what’s the problem with mongoloid features?
Description : If the doctor offers you a discount, should you agree to post a video clip of your cosmetic surgery (lasik, botox, whatever) on YouTube?
Last Answer : YES.
Description : Cosmetic ear surgery?
Last Answer : DefinitionCosmetic ear surgery is a procedure to move very large or prominent ears closer to the head.Alternative NamesOtoplasty; Ear surgery - cosmeticDescriptionCosmetic ear surgery may be done in the surgeon' ... the cartilage before folding it. Stitches are used to close the wound.Why the Pro
Description : How To Prepare For Cosmetic Neck Surgery?
Last Answer : Cosmetic neck surgery is used by people who want to have a more youthful look. A lifting technique is used to eliminate excess hanging skin that creates the look that is called turkey ... surgery and avoid it during recovery. Smoking contributes heavily to scarring, leaving a lasting and unsightly
Description : What is the average cost of cosmetic surgery?
Last Answer : Cosmetic surgery encompasses a wide range of procedures from the extremely minor to the deadly serious. A major procedure will cost you something like 5000 to 7000 dollars just generally speaking.
Description : What should I know before agreeing to receive any form of cosmetic surgery?
Last Answer : Cosmetic surgery carries the same dangers as regular surgery. You must be prepared to follow the doctor's recovery instructions and treat it like a real surgery. Most importantly, you should know side ... should know cost, recovery time, and what you should and should not do to recover properly.
Description : How many people in Los Angeles have had cosmetic surgery?
Last Answer : Our founder, Dr. Lloyd Krieger, believes that many plastic surgery practices fail to treat ... for people who have had previous breast augmentation surgery. ...
Description : Where should I get cosmetic surgery in New York?
Last Answer : You have your choice of hundreds off doctors in New York One of the best is Robert A Guida, MD FACS.
Description : What are some of the possible complications of cosmetic surgery?
Last Answer : Cosmetic surgery carries the same risk of any surgery including infection,and adverse reaction to anesthesia.
Description : What are the risk of cosmetic surgery?
Last Answer : All surgeries carry some risks and none are perfectly safe. The two biggest risks are post operative infestions and anesthesia complications.
Description : Does insurance ever cover cosmetic surgery?
Last Answer : Cosmetic surgery isn't covered under most medical insurance policies. Usually, in order for an insurance company to cover cosmetic surgery, it needs to be considered "medically necessary". For example, if you ... cover it only if it was due to an accident or certain illness (like Breast cancer).
Description : Is the cost for laser eye surgery ever covered by insurance or is it considered elective or cosmetic surgery?
Last Answer : Most insurance companies consider laser eye surgery elective, however, there are some that will cover it minimully.
Description : Can a 16 year old have cosmetic surgery ?
Last Answer : Usually you are required to be at least 18 to have cosmetic surgery. A 16 year old's body is changing, so it would make it hard for surgery to be successful. However in some situations, a 16 year old can get cosmetic surgery with parental approval.
Description : Is it a good idea to have cosmetic surgery after i lose some weight?
Last Answer : All surgeries involve risk, but many people are uncomfortable with skin changes, so cosmetic surgery after weight loss can make you look and feel better. If you have serious skin ulcers after weight loss, insurance might pay for the surgery.
Description : Which of the following statements describe refractive surgery? a) Refractive surgery is an elective, cosmetic surgery performed to reshape the cornea. Refractive surgery is an elective procedure and is ... a stable refractive error. The corneal structure must be normal and refractive error stable.
Last Answer : a) Refractive surgery is an elective, cosmetic surgery performed to reshape the cornea. Refractive surgery is an elective procedure and is considered a cosmetic procedure (to achieve clear vision without ... is performed to reshape the cornea for the purpose of correction of all refractive errors.
Description : Treatment of fibrous dysplasia consists of, A. Resection B. Complete excision if it affects small area; if it is large lesion, limited excision surgery because of the cosmetic considerations. C. Irradiation D. Excision and removal of adjacent teeth E. None of the above
Last Answer : B. Complete excision if it affects small area; if it is large lesion, limited excision surgery because of the cosmetic considerations.
Description : How to remove a ......scar? Home remedies from Egypt !
Last Answer : answer:Oh, gosh. It isn't a scar, yet. You have a scab on your face. Your skin needs to heal. If you have any rice bran oil in the cupboard, that might aid in the healing, but absolutely ... friends. Little brothers are dumb like that. I hope he said he was sorry and feels bad for scratching you.
Description : Which hurts more: a piercing in my eyebrow or a piercing in my lip? Also, if later I want to remove it, will I have like a hole or any kind of scar?
Last Answer : In all honesty, the clamp is going to hurt more than the needle. And it only hurts for a few seconds. If you can give birth (which I think you have) you can handle this… EASY.
Description : What is the most iconic scene from Disney besides Scar killing Mufasa?
Last Answer : Rafiki holding up Simba during the Circle of Life song
Description : Have you ever had a tooth knocked out, or got a cut that left a scar, in a fight?
Last Answer : In grade 5 I got my eyelid scraped in a fight, but now its healed and can’t tell what eye it was. I was chased up a tree by teens and I fell down and scraped my right side. It finally healed.
Description : Why am I the only person I know that got a small pox vaccination in the 60s, but don't have a scar to show for it?
Last Answer : I don’t have one either. It wasn’t universal, and if you didn’t pick at the reaction from the vaccination, it wasn’t as pronounced a scar.
Description : Anybody have any advice for acne scar treatment?
Last Answer : Try a glycolic tonor. Worked wondw s for me
Description : Do you have a [skin] scar with a story?
Last Answer : yes
Description : Why is this specific scar I have so much more painful when I hit it off things compared to any other scar or body part?
Last Answer : answer:I think it might have something to do with the fact that the scar tissue is thinner than skin, and thus there isn't as much space or padding between the surface and nerves than other areas ... pants waistband, I chalk it up to irritation from the fabrics rubbing on them. Still annoying, eh?
Description : How do you recover from a psychological scar?
Last Answer : answer:I think it´s important to remember that you´re not alone. Many people go through terrible things and are able to eventually heal. Time does help and other than that different coping ... be really good if you´re comfortable with that. Sending you positive energy and hope for healing.
Description : Is there any way to have a large keloid scar removed?
Last Answer : A plastic surgeon would have to look at it but they do scar revision all the time.
Description : Reducing scar appearance?
Last Answer : People say rubbing Vitamin E on scars can be helpful and there are various OTC scar reducers but if you have keloid skin as I do, not much will make a difference.
Description : Has anyone tried acupuncture for breaking up scar tissue?
Last Answer : answer:I don't know how it would effect scar tissue. I used it for 6 months for a shoulder injury that flared up. I had a pin put in my left shoulder some years ago after a bad ... about scar tissue. If nothing else it WILL stimulate your muscles, reduce pain and leave you feeling amazing!
Description : Is there any relief to live with scar tissue from four back surgeries?
Last Answer : It always saddens to me to hear someone suffers with chronic pain. It is such an awful curse. Most people who have chronic pain have time during the day they are unaware of their pain. Usually it ... because I deeply believe I could and should be able to be cured. Acceptance comes and goes for me.
Description : How does scar removal treatment work?
Last Answer : answer:I would gander the most common is microdermabrasion, which is also known as mechanical exfoliation or micro-resurfacing. You are basically having your skin gently sanded to removing the thicker, uneven ... to be stimulated or grow by removing the damaged skin from the area that is scarred.
Description : How do I get rid of these scrapes? And will I scar?
Last Answer : Those sound more like chiggers than mosquitoes. Have you gone through tall grass lately? I was et by chiggers a month or so ago, and I still have the marks.
Description : What's your best scar story?
Last Answer : Probably the one where I bit off my own bottom lip. Not a great scar, but makes for a hell of a story.
Description : You know when text lines up to form an odd vertical or diagonal optical illusion scar upon a page... Is there a name for that?
Last Answer : I think i know what your talking about. Ive noticed things like that, but also another sort of scarring where the actual spaces in between words also form a diagonal or straight line across the page. ... of what we've had explained to us, none of the optical illusions seem to explain the above
Description : Can doctor's fuse new skin into a scar without an open wound site. This is for an accident over 3 years ago.
Last Answer : They'd have to make sure of a good blood supply so might have to scrape away some scar tissue as it has no blood supply. Sounds like the blood is right there if it's ripping open. there is also a ... attached to it's donor site while it grows onto the new site, the trimmed up. Where is your scar?
Description : Will this cut scar? (picture included)
Last Answer : Keep it clean. Looks really deep. Did she see a doctor?
Description : This scar on my face is really painful. What should I do for it?
Last Answer : See your doctor?
Description : What's the best treatment for a scar.
Last Answer : Sunscreen is definitely a good idea. The best thing for scars is massage. It breaks up the hard tissues. Try doing it with vitamin E, coconut oil, jojoba oil, etc.
Description : How do you get rid of acne ON scar tissue?
Last Answer : I just don’t do anything. I wash my face, eat less greasy and salty foods and wait.