JUST FOR MEN
Today, men of all ages and from all walks of life are requesting plastic surgery for cosmetic reasons. Men are learning what women have known for centuries. A little self-pampering not only improves appearance, but it can go a long way toward reducing stress, improving self-confidence and strengthening your sense of well-being.
Men's goals include a more balanced nose, a rejuvenated face, and a trimmer waistline. The five most popular plastic surgery procedures for men are liposuction, eyelid surgery, rhinoplasty, male chest contouring, and facelifts. The five most popular non-surgical procedures for men are BOTOX® treatments, laser hair removal, microdermabrasion, injectable fillers (such as Radiesse®), and skin resurfacing.
VASER Liposelection™
Men are frequently troubled by exercise-resistant pockets of fat in certain areas as they age. In many cases, this problem is genetic. Their bodies are programmed to store fat in those areas, and no amount of exercise will eliminate it.
For these men with good skin elasticity and only a moderate amount of fat, Vaser® Liposelection or liposuction alone can provide a solution for neck or body contouring. Vaser Liposelection has recently been shown by Dr. Vanek and other clinical investigators to result in up to 53% more skin contraction than traditional liposuction technique.
Abdomen Reduction – Tummy Tuck
Between the ages of 30 and 40, men’s bodies naturally begin to store excess fat in the abdominal region. As men get older they may have increasing laxity that they don’t like and that they cannot improve by diet and exercise. Men often find this fat extremely difficult to lose and, even when successful, may find themselves left with excess, hanging skin in their midsection.
A tummy tuck can solve this problem in a single procedure. It is a more significant surgical procedure that requires general anesthesia and an overnight stay to monitor you safely. Dr. Vanek may combine a tummy tuck procedure with Liposelection to enhance body contouring results.
Male Breast Reduction – (Gynecomastia)
Although rarely discussed, gynecomastia (enlarged male breasts) is a common condition, affecting approximately 40 to 60 percent of men. This problem can cause a man to feel self-conscious and even forego swimming, playing sports, or wearing particular types of clothing.
The outpatient surgical procedure to correct this condition removes fat and/or glandular tissue from the breasts and, if necessary, removes excess skin. Dr. Vanek finds the combination of Vaser Liposelection and surgery to remove fat and re-contour the skin to the chest wall to be highly effective and less invasive than other techniques. The result is a contoured chest that is flatter, firmer, more sculpted, and more masculine, helping you feel comfortable in and out of your clothing. Patients usually see a result they love in the first day after the procedure, and the results improve even more over the next weeks. You can view the before and after photos of Cleveland area men who have had this procedure performed by Dr. Vanek.
Facelift & Eyelid Surgery for Men
Facelift and eyelid surgery, either together or separate, ease signs of facial aging. Eyelid surgery removes excess skin and treats the fat pads, or bags. Facelifts address the mid-face jaw line with minimal impact to the neck. Dr. Vanek's technique involves removing the excess skin, tightening the underlying muscle and repositioning the facial soft tissues.
While facial plastic surgery for men produces results as good as those for women, Dr. Vanek varies his methods specifically for his male patients. Dr. Vanek's goals for facelift and eyelid surgery for men include a natural and enhanced appearance, while at the same time preserving the side burns and hair lines. He feels this is especially important for men as they generally wear their hair shorter than women and do not have the luxury of concealer or cosmetics.
Dr. Vanek will consider your desire for a certain outcome and down-time required as he discusses your goals during your consultation. Then he will tailor a treatment pathway that will best serve your needs, goals and budget.
Chin Augmentation
A well-defined chin helps balance the nose and profile, creating overall symmetry in the face. By contrast, an underdeveloped chin can make the nose look more prominent than it actually is or undermine an otherwise balanced face. Chin augmentation surgery uses facial implants to strengthen the lower face and create a more confident, balanced profile. Dr. Vanek will choose the implants and customize the procedure to achieve the most complimentary results for your individual needs.
Rhinoplasty for Men
Rhinoplasty is among the most common plastic surgery procedures selected by male patients. In fact, it is the third most popular. Dr. Vanek's philosophy in approaching this procedure for men is quite specific. These distinctions include creating a natural appearance that is proportional and harmonious with other facial features. Dr. Vanek maintains a natural, masculine appearance as opposed to the overly small, 'operated look' too often seen. It is his emphasis on preservation of masculine features which distinguishes Dr. Vanek.
Neck Lift
Removing extra skin and fat beneath the chin and tightening the remaining tissue can dramatically enhance a man's youthful appearance. A neck lift may be needed to combat the affects of aging or it may be necessary after the loss of a significant amount of weight. The procedure may involve removal and/or alteration of the muscles if they are weakened and neck banding or "turkey wattle" is an issue. Liposuction can be used to remove extra fat. Neck lift is often combined with a facelift for a more complete facial rejuvenation effect.
Depending on the concerns being corrected and the techniques used, the neck lift procedure takes from one to four hours to complete, using general anesthesia or local anesthesia with intravenous sedation. You will need to allow a couple of weeks of recovery time before returning to work and an additional week before participating in exercise and sports activities.
Forehead Lift (Brow Lift)
A forehead lift can take years off your appearance by raising the position of the brow and smoothing over frown lines on the forehead. Dr. Vanek performs endoscopic (minimally invasive) forehead lift surgery.
Skin Care and Facial Treatments
Facial treatments are becoming more popular with men in part due to their lifestyle. Be it the long work days, time spent on the beach or golf course or simply the aging process, treatments such as a chemical peel or microdermabrasion can aid in the process of creating a smoother facial appearance.
Both chemical peels and microdermabrasion remove superficial dead cells of the skin, though the methods are different. Chemical peels utilize a chemical solution which is applied to the skin to remove the surface tissue of the skin. During microdermabrasion, we use a mechanical method of light facial sanding to achieve a similar result. The goal is to rejuvenate and exfoliate the skin. Both methods can be combined in packages to work together to achieve the optimum in refreshing your skin.
The skin care lines that we carry can be incorporated before and after a surgical procedure or treatment to optimize results and keep skin moisturized and protected from the harsh elements of our daily routines in life.
Laser Hair Removal by Sciton Laser
This is becoming an increasingly popular procedure for men. There is no downtime and it can be performed here in our office with little or no prep.
Our laser selectively targets your hair follicles and heats them with infrared energy. The laser beam is able to treat many hairs at the same time which makes it practical to remove hair from large areas such as the chest and back. The laser employs a unique, computer-guided scanning system that automates the treatment, ensuring that your skin is rapidly and evenly treated. The computer sets the parameters and places the beam in an optimum pattern for your skin to ensure a safe, fast, effective and gentle treatment. Due to the cycles of hair growth, this laser treatment is performed on five separate and time-sensitive sessions to ensure maximum results.
Calf Implants
Men and women who don't have the muscle tone and definition they would like in their lower legs are taking advantage of the increasingly popular procedure of calf augmentation through implants. In addition to helping those who have not achieved the calf definition they desire even with exercise, the procedure can also help correct an imbalance of muscle tone that may be a result of injury or congenital defects.
The use of implants allows Dr. Vanek to sculpt the ideal, natural-looking curves for your lower legs, making them appear more in proportion with your upper legs. Dr. Vanek will carefully place the solid silicone implants used for this augmentation to ensure the most pleasing and lasting results.
Injectable Therapy
As part of the aging process, your own natural collagen breaks down, diminishing facial volume. This loss of elasticity and volume results in the wrinkles, facial lines and skin laxity that rob your skin of its youthful appearance.
Injectable therapy is a fast, relatively inexpensive, non-invasive method for men to diminish facial lines and wrinkles and replenish lost volume. Injectables such as RADIESSE®, BOTOX®, Restylane®, Sculptra and Juvederm® are available here in our office everyday.
RADIESSE® wrinkle filler's unique formulation stimulates "collagenesis" – the production of new collagen – which results in increased volume for natural-looking, long-lasting wrinkle correction that may last about two years in many patients.
BOTOX® Cosmetic is a simple, non-surgical, treatment that can temporarily smooth moderate to severe frown lines, crow's feet and other lines, which can last up to 3 months.
Restylane® replaces the hyaluronic acid naturally found in your skin that diminishes as we age. Volume is enhanced, decreasing the chances for wrinkles and folds to appear. It is a well-tolerated treatment that lasts about 10-12 months.
Sculptra® Aesthetic is a new type of facial injectable made from poly-L-lactic acid, which helps to replace lost collagen. It helps correct shallow to deep facial wrinkles, and folds, that appear with aging. The main ingredient is a biocompatible, biodegradable synthetic material that has been used by physicians for decades.
JUVÉDERM® is a smooth-consistency gel made of hyaluronic acid that helps to add volume and hydration to the skin. JUVÉDERM® injectable gel is eased under the skin to instantly restore your skin's volume and smooth away facial wrinkles and folds such as those around your nose and mouth.
Each man’s needs and goals are unique. Dr. Vanek would be happy to meet with you personally to discuss your individual goals and help you determine the best treatment program. To set up a consultation with Dr. Vanek or find out more about these procedures, contact our Mentor, Ohio, plastic surgery practice today 440.205.5750.
