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Common Reasons to Consider Otoplasty

Are your ears the first thing someone notices about you? Were you ever teased as a child because you had large, protruding ears? If so, you may wish to consider a type of ear plastic surgery called an otoplasty at Zormeier Cosmetic Surgery & Longevity Center in Noblesville, IN.

What Is an Otoplasty?

For those who are not pleased with the size or shape of their ears, this surgery is a good, practical solution. This is a common type of ear plastic surgery that reshapes the cartilage of the ears in order to improve their general appearance. The diversity of ear surgeries available means it’s a perfect solution to treat an extensive array of conditions related to the ears. Typically, the procedure takes around two hours.

What Are Some Common Reasons to Consider an Otoplasty?

There are several reasons that someone may wish to consider ear plastic surgery. By carefully examining each of these reasons, you will be able to determine how you can benefit from an otoplasty.

To Eliminate Protruding Ears

Do your ears stick out from the side of your head? If your ears stick out more than two centimeters, then they are considered “protruding.” Many people who have protruding ears may be self-conscious about them, and an ear plastic surgery is a great way to make your ears appear more natural.

To Transform the Appearance of Your Face

Typically, the first thing people notice about someone’s face may be the eyes or the smile. However, if you have protruding ears, these soon become the dominant feature of your face. An otoplasty can keep your ears from being the first thing people notice about you, and as a result, it can change the general overall appearance of your face because your ears are no longer the center of attention.

To Repair Damage From an Accident or Injury

If you’ve been involved in an accident that severely damaged your ears, plastic surgery is a useful tool to help restore the ears to their natural shape and contour.

To Correct Birth Defects of the Ear

Some will seek ear surgery as a treatment for misshapen ears related to developmental birth defects. Examples of ear birth defects include “microtia,” which is a partially formed exterior ear, and “anotia,” which is a completely undeveloped ear.

To Treat Split Earlobes

Sometimes, as you age, earlobes can sag or even split. Ear plastic surgery can tighten them and improve their appearance.

To Correct “Lop Ear”

This condition occurs when the top of the ears folds down and tilts forward. While this condition does not affect hearing, it can be very embarrassing for those who have it. Ear plastic surgery is a simple and effective solution.

To Enhance Self Esteem

If you were ever teased for the size or shape of your ears, then you understand how damaging this can be to your emotional development. Many who have had ear plastic surgery report a renewed sense of confidence and better self-esteem as the result of this procedure. It also helps many take pride in their appearance without worrying about how they are going to minimize the appearance of their ears.

For What Reasons Would Children Need an Otoplasty?

Yes, children can be candidates for ear plastic surgery, too. Typically, this surgery is not performed on children until the outer ear has fully matured, which typically occurs around the ages of five or six. Once it has stopped growing, it can be evaluated and considered for treatment. There are several reasons why parents would consider ear plastic surgery for their children.

To Prevent Teasing or Bullying

For many parents, it’s heartbreaking to see their children bullied or teased for the shape of their ears. These elementary school years are important ones for emotional development, and parents see ear surgery as an opportunity to correct a problem and restore their child’s self-esteem.

To Build Confidence

When children are no longer self-conscious about their ears, they develop confidence that can help them excel in their studies and in other activities.

Who Is a Good Candidate for Ear Surgery?

Typically, anyone who is in good health without a life-threatening disease is a good candidate for ear surgery. It’s preferable that candidates should be non-smokers because smoking can affect the rate of healing.

Most importantly, it’s vital for candidates to discuss their goals and expectations for the procedure. Open, honest communication between patients and all members of the health care team is extremely vital in order to achieve the desired results. Candidates should have realistic expectations and speak with the doctor about what they want from the results of the procedure.

Which Children Are Candidates for Ear Surgery?

As mentioned earlier, most children’s ears are not fully developed until age 5 or 6. Therefore, most candidates will be at least that age before being considered for surgery. In general, a child should be reasonably healthy, not have any life-threatening illnesses, and be able to follow instructions to the best of his or her ability.

In addition, if the child has chronic ear infections, it’s important that these are being treated consistently and effectively. The procedure does require one to two weeks of recovery, so it may be best to have the procedure during spring break or during a time when school is not in session.

Does This Ear Surgery Affect Hearing?

This surgery is to correct the shape and appearance of the ears, and it does not have any effect upon hearing.

What Happens During Ear Surgery?

This procedure can be conveniently performed in our office on an outpatient basis. Local anesthesia is used for your comfort. This means that the area where the surgery is performed will be numbed so you won’t feel anything.

An incision is made either within in the inner creases of the ears or on the back of the ears where it will be “hidden” from view. After the incision is made, excess cartilage and skin can be removed or folded into the desired position. It’s then secured with internal stitches and the incision is carefully and meticulously closed.

What to Expect After Ear Surgery

It’s very important to take time to recover and heal after ear surgery. While recovery times vary, it typically takes one to two weeks.

You’ll have bandages that will need to be worn after the surgery, and it’s very important to be sure that your ears are not pinched or tugged in any way. It’s crucial to avoid rubbing or putting additional force on the ears.

Sleeping Precautions

After the surgery, you’ll need to wear a loose headband at night that covers your ears. This prevents your ears from being pulled or tugged upon during your sleep. You’ll need to wear this headband for two to six weeks.

When Will the Stitches Be Removed?

This depends upon what type of stitches were used during your procedure. Sometimes, the stitches will be removed in the weeks following the procedure, while in other cases, the stitches are the type that dissolve on their own. We’ll discuss the details with you when you’re scheduled for your consultation.

Useful Recovery Tips

It’s important to follow instructions to the letter in order to have a speedy, effective recovery from ear surgery. Here are some tips that will help you:

Avoid Touching Your Ears

While you’ve just had surgery, it’s important to realize that you can’t excessively rub your ears—and this can be difficult because it’s easy to do it by accident, especially for the first week after surgery.

Wear Your Headband Faithfully

The headband replaces the bulky bandages that you had on your ears immediately after the surgery. However, it’s vital that you follow all instructions on wearing your headband. This is a safeguard to protect your ears while you sleep and to protect them in case they are accidently bumped.

Avoid Smoking

If you are a smoker, try to avoid smoking during your recovery. Even secondhand smoke can delay your healing, so try to avoid any type of cigarette smoke during your recovery. Typically, before surgery, you’ll be urged to stop smoking in order for your body to prepare itself for the procedure.

Don’t Scratch Your Incision Lines

As they heal, these may feel a bit itchy. That’s okay. The itching means that healing is taking place and that things are progressing as they should. However, try to avoid scratching at the incisions or anywhere along the incision line.

Avoid Prolonged Sun Exposure

Because your ears have been numb, they may not feel any discomfort or damage that can be caused by extreme temperature. Therefore, be very careful when using ice packs or being exposed to sunlight. Remember that it’s not a good idea to use hairdryers, as these can cause burns if you’re not careful.

Avoid Contact Sports

It’s important to avoid vigorous, extensive activity until your ears are healed completely. This can be very challenging for children, particularly if they have had this surgery during the school year, when they may be tempted to roughhouse or play sports on the playground.

Is Ear Surgery Right for You?

Ear surgery produces almost immediate results, and most adults and children are thrilled with what they see.

Not sure if ear surgery is right for you? If you are considering ear surgery, ask yourself these questions:

  • Am I pleased with the shape of my ears?
  • Do my ears protrude from my head?
  • Do my ears look too large for my head?
  • Do I try to cover up or conceal the look of my ears?

If you are a parent and you’re considering the procedure for your child, you should ask yourself:

  • Do my child’s ears protrude too far from the head?
  • Are his or her ears enlarged?
  • Is my child being teased constantly for the size and shape of his or her ears?

If you have answered yes to any of these questions, then you should consider ear plastic surgery.

Will Health Insurance Pay for Ear Surgery?

It often depends upon the underlying purpose of the procedure. If ear surgery is done solely for cosmetic purposes, then health insurance will not cover it. However, in some cases insurance may cover ear surgery for treatment from an accident, injury, or birth defect.

Because there are wide variations in insurance policies, you should speak with your insurance representative for more information.

Convenient, Effective Ear Surgery Is Available

Are you concerned that your son or daughter is being teased at school because of the look of their ears? Are you tired of your ears being the first thing that others notice about you? Perhaps you or your child can benefit from an otoplasty. Schedule an appointment for ear surgery with Zormeier Cosmetic Surgery & Longevity Center in Noblesville, IN today.

How Can Sculptra Lift Your Face?

Everybody ages differently, and the only thing we can be sure of is that we will all age eventually. If you notice your skin isn’t as tight as it once was, you feel your face isn’t as full, or you’re seeing wrinkles and folds that weren’t there a few years ago, you have options. Cosmetic medicine has so many innovative solutions to minimize or reverse the signs of aging, you don’t have to live with these unwelcomed changes. Call Zormeier Cosmetic Surgery & Longevity Center in Noblesville, IN to schedule a consultation to discuss how Sculptra can turn back the hands of time for your skin.

What Is Sculptra?

Sculptra is an FDA approved injectable designed to temporarily restore lost volume to specific areas of the face.

When we’re young, our faces are naturally full, making our skin tight and smooth. As we age, the structure of our skin breaks down and we can lose areas of volume. The cheeks, cheekbones and temporal areas are typical places that can hollow with age. Sculptra works by getting our bodies to rebuild the skin’s structure from the inside out.

How It Works

Made of Poly-L-lactic acid, the same material the medical world has been using for dissolvable sutures and different types of implants for years, Sculptra is a bio-activator rather than a filler. When injected into specific layers of the skin, it causes your body to up its production of collagen, which is responsible for skin’s underlying strength. As more collagen is produced, results slowly appear as the volume is restored.

How Is Sculptra Different From Fillers?

At first glance, you might think they’re the same because they both result in the temporary replacement of lost volume of areas, like moderate to severe facial lines and folds and bigger areas of lost volume.

That’s where the similarities end. Most fillers are made of hyaluronic acid—a naturally produced sugar that keeps our skin, eyes and other connective tissues hydrated. When they’re injected, they fill up space, plumping out lines and folds, and are slowly absorbed back into the body.

The Major Difference

Sculptra is different in that you won’t get that immediate plumping result because the Poly-L-lactic acid travels to deeper layers of the skin and, on its own, is not the plumping agent. It stimulates the production of collagen so your dermis—or middle layers of the skin—become stronger. When this foundation becomes stronger, more collagen is produced and builds up a solid scaffold for healthy, regenerated cells.

Over a few months, that strength appears on your face, with natural, youthful-looking results. Hollow areas or deep folds and wrinkles are naturally built up, so your appearance is more youthful, healthier and vibrant. Because your collagen is what’s doing the work, the results last longer too: up to two years.

Why Is Collagen So Important?

We’ve talked a lot about how this treatment increases your body’s production of collagen, but why does that matter? We can think of collagen as the building blocks for our skin. It’s a fibrous protein that makes up our skin, connective tissue, and ligaments. It works with elastin and hyaluronic acid to make sure our skin is strong, smooth and hydrated.

When we’re young, our dermis is one solid layer on which new cells regenerate so our complexion always looks vibrant and our skin healthy and smooth. Hyaluronic acid can hold one thousand times its weight in water so, when it’s at its peak production, we have dewy and supple skin. Also in that middle layer is elastin—the protein responsible for keeping our skin from stretching out, even when pulled.

Slowing the Decline of Collagen

As we age, our production of all three decline, and this process can start as early as our 20s. As this happens, that strong layer of dermis weakens in spots, causing small divots or even larger areas of collapse. Our skin falls into those areas creating wrinkles, folds, and sunken areas.

There’s isn’t anything we can do about a loss of collagen production when it results from age. Genetics also play a role in how much collagen we naturally produce and the rate at which we lose it. There are, however, certain lifestyle choices we make that will speed up the breakdown of collagen:

  • Sun damage or unprotected time in the sun
  • Smoking
  • Drinking alcohol excessively
  • A diet high in sugar and processed food
  • Little to no exercise
  • Poor hydration
  • Lack of skincare

Why Choose Sculptra?

This injectable has many benefits, so it’s not always about choosing this treatment over others but using it in tandem with other treatments. If you have a significant volume loss in hollow areas, this can act as a great platform to use before you get fillers. Fillers need a foundation to sit on to achieve optimal results. If you have the strength of your own collagen built up, the fillers can give you the dramatic results you’re looking for.

If you have typical volume loss, you won’t need fillers on top of this treatment. Your collagen will provide you the dramatic results you’re looking for, but naturally and gradually. If you’d rather have people comment on how young you look and ask for your secrets rather than you walking in one day looking suddenly much younger, this is the treatment for you.

The results last longer, too, because you’re getting them from the inside out. The goal is to give you the look of your 20s or 30s awhile avoiding anything that looks “overdone”.

Versatility of Treatment

Because of the nature of this treatment, it has tremendous versatility. Loss of collagen not only results in wrinkles and folds, but it can break down the fat pads that give our cheekbones and cheeks their volume. In the right hands, you can get back the high and prominent cheekbones of your youth or the apple cheeks you used to have when you smiled.

The same is true of the chin and jawline. Gravity is always hard at work, so the fat and tissues in our faces travel downward as we age. This treatment can be injected to counteract the sagging skin we get around our jawline and the jowls on either side of our chin.

When you build up collagen in these areas, the volume loss that adds to the appearance of sagging skin will be gently smoothed back in, creating a firmer surface.

Treatment Areas

Of course, this is a remarkable treatment for moderate to severe facial lines, wrinkles, and folds, and that is one of the most popular reasons clients request it.

The place most of us notice our age is the deep nasolabial folds: the lines that run from our nose to the corners of our mouth. At some point, these lines remain noticeable even when we’re not smiling. This treatment can build your collagen up to plump away those lines. This is an effective treatment for:
  • Nasolabial folds
  • Hollow cheeks
  • Marionette lines
  • Hollow chin area
  • Hollow temporal area
  • Undefined jawline
  • Softening bony look of cheekbones
  • Some areas of the body

What to Expect

During your consultation with your doctor, you’ll have an in-depth discussion about your areas of concern. It’s important for your doctor to understand what you hope to gain from treatment while also giving you realistic expectations. Your skin and bone structure will be examined so a treatment that will highlight your natural aesthetics can be recommended.

Once you’ve both decided this is the right treatment for you, there’s no preparation on your part except for stopping blood-thinning supplements and over-the-counter medications like ibuprofen, aspirin, and naproxen. When you stop taking blood-thinners, you reduce the already low likelihood of bruising.

During Your Appointment

One the day of your appointment, your doctor will apply lidocaine in a cream or lotion. Lidocaine is a local anesthetic, and this will ensure your comfort throughout the entire process. A series of small injections will be made to the treatment area.

When you’re finished there is no downtime. This is even considered a “lunch break” appointment, meaning people get this treatment on a short break and immediately return to work.

There will be a few aftercare instructions but nothing that will impede your daily routine. You’ll be asked to massage the treatment area for five minutes, five times a day for the first five days after treatment. This just ensures the product is dispersed appropriately to maximize your results. You’ll also be asked to refrain from strenuous exercise for a few days after your treatment to ensure the product’s dispersal isn’t hindered.

Results

Unlike typical fillers, the results you’ll get from this treatment aren’t immediate. Some clients report what appears to be an immediate plumping of the area, but this is just the water the product is mixed with waiting to be absorbed by the body and should diminish within a few days. The real results come a few months down the road as your body produces more collagen and replaces what it’s lost over the years.

How Many Sessions Will I Need?

Depending on the recommendation of your doctor, you may need more than one session. These sessions are spaced about a month apart. Your doctor will monitor your progress and ensure you have the right number of sessions to achieve your goals.

If your skin laxity or areas of lost volume are significant, you will require more sessions than someone who is just beginning to notice signs of aging.

Once you’ve had the appropriate number of sessions, your results can last up to two years. Over 70% of clients say they’re still extremely satisfied with their results even after 25 months. This longevity of collagen production and results are really what sets this treatment apart from other fillers and injectables.

Who Is a Good Candidate?

Only your doctor can determine if this is the right treatment for you, your areas of concern and your desired outcome. If you’re concerned about the way volume loss and age have changed your appearance, don’t feel ready for surgical intervention, but know your daily skincare routine will not help get you the results you’re looking for, this could be the right option for you.

Call for a Consultation

When you want to take control of your appearance and talk to a professional about turning back the hands of time for your skin, only call the best.

Reach out to Zormeier Cosmetic Surgery & Longevity Center in Noblesville, IN to schedule a consultation. We believe each client is unique with individual goals that require a personalized plan of treatment. We listen to your unique set of circumstances and carefully tailor a plan based on your individual needs and goals. We can’t wait to help you look and feel your very best.

Understanding the Key Benefits of Dysport

Do you have unwanted wrinkles or expression lines on your face that cause you to feel self-conscious? Perhaps you are seeing the effects of aging in your skin and would like to look more youthful and energized. If you deal with any of these problems, then you are not alone. Many are looking for a non-invasive, fast-acting way to diminish the signs of aging within their complexion. If you are seeking a solution, you may have heard of Dysport, which is just one of the many skin treatments we offer here at Zormeier Cosmetic Surgery & Longevity Center.

You may wonder what Dysport is and what the key benefits are of this injection. In this article, we will address these common questions. We will also discuss some other conditions it can treat, who qualifies as a candidate, and what you can expect from your treatment.

What Is Dysport?

Dysport is an injection of a neurotoxin called BobotulinumtoxinA, or ABO, that causes a temporary reduction in muscle activity by blocking the nerve activity in the muscles. This injection can be used in different areas of the body, such as the face, neck, arms, and legs.

How It Works

ABO is a neurotoxin, which means it inhibits neuron control over the communication between neuron across a synapse. This simply means that it keeps neurons from being able to communicate with each other. It achieves this by binding to nerve muscles to block the transmission of signals between the brain and the muscle, keeping the muscle from contracting.

It is injected into the affected area directly by one of our qualified doctors and works to relax the muscles instantly, softening the surface of the skin and preventing further development of wrinkles or occurrences of spasms.

Uses

This injection has many uses that can help with both cosmetic and health conditions. These include aging skin, cervical dystonia, and limb spasticity.

Aging Skin

Dysport is more commonly used as a cosmetic treatment for wrinkles and lines in the face as a result of aging. One of the most commonly known conditions is glabellar lines, which are the vertical lines that appear between the eyebrows as a result of scowling, frowning, or even intently focusing while listening or reading. The injection will keep the muscles involved in these actions from moving, preventing the lines from worsening.

It can also be used to prevent and get rid of crow’s feet, droopy noses or mouth corners, and sagging neck skin. The injection will fill in the area around the muscles, reducing and eventually eliminating their appearance for a more youthful, smoother look.

Cervical Dystonia

There are many neurological disorders that can cause involuntary muscle spasms, and these spasms can have a major detrimental effect on one’s quality of life. One of these conditions is cervical dystonia, which is also known as spasmodic torticollis.

This painful condition causes the muscles in the neck to contract involuntarily, which causes your head to turn or twist to one side and even tilt forward or backward uncontrollably. By using the injection to block the movement of the muscles, you can avoid the painful sudden muscle spasms that come with this condition.

Limb Spasticity

Limb spasticity can occur in both children and adults when the nerve cells that are responsible for carrying messages from the brain to different body parts are damaged. This can cause the affected muscles in the limbs to receive the wrong signals, making them tense up and contract. This leads to tightness and stiffness in the muscles and can affect your ability to perform even the simplest of tasks. Some common health conditions that cause limb spasticity include cerebral palsy, multiple sclerosis (MS), and stroke.

The botulinum injection can be used as therapy for this condition. It is injected directly into the affected leg or arm muscles by one of our qualified specialists, allowing it to block these wrong signals from the brain temporarily. This keeps the muscles from tightening or contracting for months at a time. It can be used for the upper and lower limbs for adults and for the lower limbs for pediatric patients over two years old.

What Are the Key Benefits of Dysport?

Now that you know what the Dysport injection is and how it works, you will also need to know the benefits of this treatment. This will help you further in your decision-making process. Many users choose this treatment because it is non-invasive, safe, convenient, and effective. It can also help improve the quality of your life and provide a pleasing cosmetic result.

Non-Invasive

There is no need to have any surgery using this treatment because of the nature of the injection. The doctor will inject the ABO directly into the muscles of the affected area, so there is no need to cut through any skin or tissues to get to any muscles. This also keeps the post-treatment downtime and recovery period to a minimum.

Safe

Neurotoxins are safe when injected in small amounts, and each injection typically only contains up to 0.05 milliliters of ABO. This ensures that you will not receive too much and prevent negative effects on your skin and muscles.

Convenient

The treatment is all done in-office without requiring hospitalization or an overnight stay. In fact, one treatment may take only 10-20 minutes, allowing you to move on with the rest of your day!

Effective

Though it only takes a short time to complete the injections, most patients see improvements in as little as 2-3 days. And you won’t have to retreat often, because initial results can last for up to four months before you may need another injection.

Improved Quality of Life

Having wrinkles, lines, or sagging skin can cause you to feel self-conscious as you live your life. Using this injection can help to improve the way you feel about your appearance and make you feel more self-confident. And if you’re looking for the treatment as a means of therapy, you can have relief from painful muscle stiffness and spasms for months at a time.

Cosmetics

Because such a small amount of solution is injected, you can achieve a very natural end result. The more you exercise the muscles after the injection, the more the solution will work into them, softening them and smoothing out the skin. This prevents the development of the notorious “frozen look” that keeps your muscles from moving naturally when nearby muscles are engaging. You will still be able to keep smiling, frowning, and laughing naturally without any wrinkles or lines.

Who Is a Candidate for Dysport?

There are several factors that decide who qualifies for the treatment and who does not.

Who Is a Candidate

If you have wrinkles or sagging skin on your face or neck and would like to achieve a more youthful look, then you can benefit from this treatment. ABO is typically recommended for people who have moderate to severe glabellar lines. If you’re looking to the injection as therapy for a muscle condition, then you may qualify as long as you are two years of age or older depending on your health condition.

Who Is Not a Candidate

Though it can be used for other conditions like spasticity for children, this injection can not be used on children younger than two years of age. It also can not be used on adults with a cow milk protein allergy, an allergy to any of the ingredients in the ABO, or an infection of the skin at the injection site.

There are some conditions, however, that you can consult with your doctor over to see if you can still undergo treatment. Some of these conditions that may or may not prevent you from being a candidate include:

  • Pregnancy/Breastfeeding
  • Active cold sores
  • Neurological Disorders
  • Muscle weakness
  • Surgery in the affected area
  • Deep facial scars
  • Sagging eyelid folds
  • Droopy eyelids
  • Mild glabellar lines
  • Inflammation at the injection site
  • Oily, thick skin

It is always important to have a consult with your healthcare provider before the treatment to discuss all medications, allergies, and conditions before proceeding with treatment. This will help you determine if you’re a candidate or not so that treatment can be completed safely and effectively.

The Treatment Process

If you feel that Dysport will benefit you and you qualify as a candidate, then you can successfully begin treatment. There is a process to follow to make sure the treatment is safe and efficient.

The Consult

You will first need to have a consult with one of our qualified doctors in which you disclose your medications, past and current health history, and past surgical and treatment history. In this appointment, the doctor will also conduct an examination of your skin and use this information to determine if you are a candidate. If you are a candidate, the doctor will answer all your questions and give you pre-treatment instructions.

Before Treatment

You will be directed to avoid any over-the-counter blood-thinning medications as well as some herbal supplements like Ginkgo Biloba, garlic, vitamin E, and omega-3 capsules for 5-7 days before treatment.

You will want to avoid any anti-aging products like AHAs, glycolic acid, Retinols, Retinoids, and Retin-A 2-3 days before treatment, as well as any hair removal products or actions like tweezing, waxing, or bleaching. You also want to avoid drinking any alcoholic beverages for 24 hours before treatment and arrive at your appointment with a clean, bare face.


During Treatment

During treatment, the doctor will apply a mild anesthetic before the injections. The doctor will then inject 0.05 milliliters of ABO in up to five areas around the eyebrows and forehead to treat frown lines. If you are having other areas treated, the doctor will inject directly into those muscles using a safe, pre-determined amount of ABO.

After Treatment

There are several steps you can take after treatment to make sure it is as successful and comfortable as possible.

Things to Do

After treatment, it is recommended that you exercise the muscles around the area(s) treated to help work the solution into the muscles. You may take Tylenol or another acetaminophen if needed. You also want to make sure you apply plenty of sunscreen in the days afterward.

Things to Avoid

You may be instructed not to lie down for a few hours after treatment. You also want to avoid strenuous activity and long periods of bending over immediately after the injection. Do not put excessive pressure on the area that was treated for the first few days, especially when applying makeup or cleansing.

Avoid any extended UV exposure until any changes in the skin have subsided. Don’t receive any other skincare or laser treatment at least 24 hours after your injection. You also want to avoid alcoholic beverages for at least 24 hours.

Your Journey to Younger Skin

We understand how important your skin is to you and how much having wrinkles, lines, or unwanted spasms can impact your life. It is our goal to help you achieve the skin that you desire. If you have any further questions about Dysport or want to see if you qualify as a candidate, set up a consult at Zormeier Cosmetic Surgery & Longevity Center in Noblesville, IN. We look forward to helping you with your skincare needs.

Visiting a Plastic Surgeon – Common Questions

You’d like to have a little cosmetic work done. Before you schedule a procedure, there are some questions that you want to ask. You’ll find that our plastic surgeon is happy to provide the answers you seek. Here are some examples of the more common questions that patients ask before they decide to go ahead with the procedure.

Am I Healthy Enough to Undergo the Procedure?

Your health is of paramount importance to our plastic surgeon. That’s why it’s necessary to review your medical history and your current state of health before agreeing to perform any procedure. The goal is to ensure that your current condition will not complicate the surgery or your recovery. If there are some risks due to a chronic condition, the two of you can discuss ways to minimize the risk before deciding to schedule the procedure.

What Sort of Results Can I Expect?

You have a vision of what the procedure will accomplish. Is that vision realistic? The only way to know for sure is to talk with our plastic surgeon. As part of the examination, the surgeon will tell you what can be done and the type of results you can expect. Thanks to modern technology, it’s possible to create an image that gives you a better idea of how you’ll look. The goal here is to help you understand what the procedure will and will not accomplish.

How Do I Prepare for the Procedure?

Preparing for the procedure is key to the entire process. Our plastic surgeon will provide a list of things that you can do in advance. Some of them apply to anyone undergoing the procedure. Other things on the list will have to do with your specific circumstances. Everything on the list is designed to help things go smoothly before, during, and after the surgery.

What Should I Do During My Recovery?

Just as you received a list of things to do prior to the procedure, the plastic surgeon will provide a list of things you can and can’t do at different stages of the recovery. This allows you to prepare in advance to take time off, ensure you have someone to stay with you if necessary, and in general know how you can participate in the recovery process.

Is there something about your appearance that you would like to change? If so, you can turn to our team of experts at Zormeier Cosmetic Surgery & Longevity Center. Simply book an appointment at our office in Noblesville, Shelbyville, Danville, Healdsburg, or Ukiah to get started. Contact us today to arrange a consultation!

What is FaceTite?

We all want to reverse the signs of aging. But a facelift isn’t right for everyone. We are proud to offer FaceTite to give our clients a safe, effective alternative to surgery. Here’s what you should know about this revolutionary treatment.

What is It?

FaceTite is a non-surgical anti-aging treatment that is ideal for individuals who want to address skin laxity in the neck and face without an invasive procedure like a facelift. For years, FaceTite has been a popular option for women and men alike who want to rejuvenate their appearance. Besides treating the loose, sagging skin on the face and neck, it can tighten the skin in other areas above the shoulders when used in the procedure known as BodyTite. These include:

  • Nasolabial folds
  • Jowls
  • Eyes
  • Mouth
  • Forehead
  • Jawline lines
  • Cheeks
  • Brows

Again, if you’re looking to tighten skin below the shoulders, this isn’t the right treatment for your needs. However, the creators of FaceTite offer BodyTite, a similar minimally-invasive treatment that is ideal for treating other body regions.

The Process

FaceTite is performed right here in our state-of-the-art facility. During the procedure, a special probe is inserted. This probe causes the underlying tissues to tighten and contract through the use of heat.

Complementary Procedures

If you have a great deal of excess fat, we may recommend that you combine your FaceTite treatment with another procedure like liposuction. This is often used to achieve a more aesthetically pleasing contour of the jowls or neck. Other times, FaceTite is combined with an anti-aging treatments that texture the skin as well as tighten it.

During your initial consultation, we can advise you on the best complementary treatments or procedures to enhance the results of your FaceTite treatment. Some of our clients seek treatments to brighten their facial skin. Others add injectable treatments to enhance the volume and restore the shape of various facial features.

Ideal Candidates

The ideal candidate for this treatment is anyone with loose, sagging skin above the shoulders. This treatment is safe for all skin types and designed to treat mild-to-moderate laxity of the skin in the neck and lower face. Whether you aren’t ready for a facelift yet, or you had one in the past and want to maintain the results without further surgery, FaceTite may be right for you.

Schedule Your Initial Consultation Today

FaceTite can tighten facial skin that has become loose and sagging due to extreme weight loss or aging. To learn more about the process and how it can help you, contact us today at Zormeier Cosmetic Surgery & Longevity Center and book a consultation. We have offices located in Noblesville, Shelbyville, Ukiah, Danville and Healdsburg and look forward to helping you!

Why Consider a Facelift?

A facelift is a cosmetic surgical procedure designed to improve the overall appearance of the facial skin. If you’re in your mature adult years and are now experiencing sagging, skin folds, and droopy jowls, a facelift may dramatically improve the appearance of your skin.

Many factors influence the way in which your skin changes in appearance over the years. These include a redistribution of facial fat, thinning of the skin, and the long-term effects of gravity. When we consult with our patients who come to us to discuss a facelift procedure, we outline the surgery in detail and offer realistic outcome expectations based on our observations of the facial skin. Below is a brief overview of the procedure and what it can correct.

Who is a Candidate?

The ideal candidate will be an individual who is a non-smoker and doesn’t have any severe skin conditions. Drooping of the facial skin, unwanted facial contours, and moderate creasing due to the sagging of the skin are not signs of a medical problem, but they do indicate that age-related factors are involved. Fat deposits along the jawline can result in the dreaded jowls, and these can also be improved with facelift surgery.

Performing the Surgery

It’s important to understand that the exact details of the procedure vary from patient to patient based on a number of factors. We understand that everyone is unique and has their own goals, and that’s why we customize our facelift procedures based on our patients’ wants and needs. With that being said, during a typical procedure, excess fat and skin is removed and the remaining skin is tightened for a younger look overall.

Long-Lasting Results

The greatest appeal of this procedure is its ability to provide real results that last for a long time. Most of our patients report satisfactory results lasting for years. Many individuals undergo but a single facelift in their lifetime; however, it is impossible to stop the natural aging process, so this will depend on the situation.

Get in Touch for More Information

If you’re concerned about the age-related factors that are detracting from your facial appearance, you might want to consider a facelift. To learn more, we warmly invite you to reach out and make an appointment at Zormeier Cosmetic Surgery & Longevity Center. For your convenience, we have locations in Noblesville, Shelbyville, Danville, Healdsburg, and Ukiah. Contact us today to schedule your facelift consultation!

Liposuction – Is It Right for You?

Liposuction is one of the most frequently performed cosmetic procedures these days, and for good reason. Here at Zormeier Cosmetic Surgery & Longevity Center, we perform advanced liposuction procedures to enhance your self-confidence and improve your health.

 

The Benefits of Undergoing LiposuctionWhile there are many benefits of liposuction, some in particular really stand out. There are both mental and physical health benefits to this procedure. Let’s take a closer look.

 

Reshape Your Body
The primary reason people opt for liposuction is to reshape their body. You may feel uncomfortable with the distribution of your body fat. Since you cannot spot reduce fat with diet or exercise, sometimes you need a little external help to achieve your desired body proportions and contours.

 

Reduce Fat Cell Count
Adults are not capable of growing new fat cells. This means, when liposuction removes fat cells from your body, you now permanently have fewer fat cells in your body. If you continue to consume excess calories regularly, your existing fat cells will expand. However, if you maintain a healthy diet and exercise routine, the visual results of a lipo procedure can be permanent.

 

Improve Self-Confidence
Enhancing your self-confidence goes hand in hand with reshaping your body. Maybe you lost a significant amount of excess weight from your upper arms and inner thighs, but you are dissatisfied with the fat on your buttocks. Liposuction allows you to enjoy all the hard work you put into the gym and kitchen to reach your goal weight by removing remaining stubborn, excess fat from areas you dislike.

 

Furthermore, some patients choose to have liposuction performed in conjunction with other procedures. This is advantageous because they only have to go under anesthesia once, saving them time and energy.

 

Enhance Overall Health
Triglycerides, or fat cells, are naturally produced by the body and found in the bloodstream. Unfortunately, excessive levels of triglycerides in the blood increase the risk of heart diseases significantly. Studies have shown that liposuction reduces the levels of fat cells in your blood by 43%.

 

Schedule Your Initial Consultation
There are a number of physical and psychological reasons liposuction may be right for you. For more information about lipo and how it can benefit you specifically, talk to the experts at Zormeier Cosmetic Surgery & Longevity Center during an initial consultation! For your convenience, we have offices located in Noblesville, Shelbyville, Danville, Healdsburg, and Ukiah. Contact us today to schedule an appointment at one of our offices and get started. We can’t wait to hear from you!

Eyelid Surgery with Laser Resurfacing for Dramatic Results

Do you look tired when you look in the mirror? Do your eyelids droop and obscure your vision? Are you noticing signs of aging? Eyelid surgery and laser resurfacing may be your solution to dramatic results in overall skin rejuvenation. We offer specials to combine these procedures because together the results are amazing. At Zormeier Cosmetic Surgery & Longevity Center, we specialize in offering solutions to help you age backward gracefully.

Eyelid surgery addresses loose, sagging skin above the eye as well as fat deposits and puffiness below the eye. This simple in-office office procedure is done under local sedation. We use a laser to make small incisions to remove excess, sagging skin. This technique provides results without bruising or bleeding, decreasing downtime and improving results. Typically, stitches are removed at day seven, and you are ready to apply makeup and return to work.

Laser resurfacing is a procedure performed to improve skin tone, regenerating collagen to smooth out fine lines and wrinkles, and minimizing dark spots and acne scarring for a more youthful appearance. We use a Fractional CO2 laser to resurface and regenerate the skin. Lidocaine is used to numb the treated area. Typically, the healing process ranges from five to seven days depending on the depth of your procedure, and we provide expert information to guide you through the cleaning and healing process.

When you notice droopy eyelids and puffiness under your eyes along with acne scarring, dark spots, fine lines, and wrinkles, you are ready to consider these procedures. You can expect dramatic results when you consider these procedures together. Whether you are interested in Eyelid Surgery, Laser Resurfacing or both, contact us to discuss your treatment options, and we will create a specialized treatment plan for you. Call or text us at 317-414-3000 to schedule a complimentary consultation, or visit us on our website: https://ZormeierCosmeticSurgery.com for more information about this and other treatment options.

How Is Eyelid Surgery Performed?

Eyelid surgery, or blepharoplasty, is a cosmetic procedure that corrects sagging and drooping of the upper and lower lids. As we age, excess fat beneath the lid skin and wrinkling become more prominent. This can really detract from our appearance because the impression is one of tiredness. Our eyelids frame the eyes, and when they sag or droop, it makes us appear unhealthy or bored.

Performing eyelid surgery is rather simple, but the skin surgeon must design a customized procedure for each individual. The consultations and examinations that precede the surgery are important because the entire procedure is designed based on the current condition of the lid skin, the location of fat deposits, and the amount of wrinkling. We hope the following information will answer your most basic questions about eyelid surgery, particularly how it’s performed and what long-term results you can expect.

What the Surgery Corrects

Blepharoplasty is a sort of skin tightening treatment. It’s much like a facelift on a much, much smaller scale. Skin is lifted via the making of tiny incisions that allow the skin layers to be pulled tighter. 

During the procedure, the skin surgeon will remove excess pockets of fat and may reposition a bit of muscle tissue. This eliminates puffiness in the lids, and it also gets rid of the most prominent wrinkles. 

Some individuals experience drooping of the upper lid to such a degree as to have their eyesight impaired. The upper lashes can sag as well, and this makes it very difficult to see and focus. An eyelid lift procedure can correct this problem. After the surgery is complete, the result is a more youthful, attentive posture. The entire face will present a more alert, healthy appearance.

Consultation and Pre-Treatment

Your first consultation with us will involve a thorough examination of the lid skin. We’re looking for fat deposits that cause the skin to sag. We’re also examining the skin thickness and the current position and posture of the upper and lower lashes.

If we decide that an eyelid lift is the correct choice for improving the appearance of the lids, we will set a date for surgery and give you an information packet to take home. The information will guide you through the steps you need to take to prepare yourself for the lift procedure.

Certain medications will have to be avoided in the weeks leading up to surgery. This is necessary in order to minimize bleeding during and after the procedure. The day before the surgery, you’ll want to make sure you have bandages, ice cubes, and plenty of groceries on hand. Someone will have to drive you home after the surgery because you’ll still be under the influence of anesthetics.

Correcting Lower Lid Problems

We’ll choose the appropriate anesthetic and let you know which ones we’ll administer. We may choose an oral sedative or an intravenous sedative. Once the sedative has taken effect, we will make an incision along the natural crease just below the lower lash line. We will use a special tool to remove any fat buildup that’s causing the drooping. We may also reposition or remove a tiny bit of muscle tissue or subcutaneous material.

We then pull the skin upward toward the incision. This tightens the skin and eliminates wrinkles. Finally, we cut a thin strip of the skin away before sealing the incision with skin glue.

We may choose to perform a transconjunctival lid lift. This is performed by making a few tiny incisions on the inside of the lower lid rather than one large cut on the outside. No scarring results from this because the incision is on the inside of the lid. A transconjunctival procedure is often performed if fat needs to be removed but the skin itself isn’t wrinkled and needs no tightening.

Tightening the Upper Lids

The upper eyelids often suffer from sag and droop that lowers the position of the lashes. A prominent banding of the skin can form just above the lash line. We correct this by making two incisions across the middle of the lid. The incisions meet on both the right and left. This strip of skin is then removed. We take out excess fat and then pull the skin upward to meet the incision line. This type of incision may have to be closed with tiny sutures instead of skin glue. Because the skin is so thin, the sutures may have to be strong and of the non-dissolving kind. 

The result of this skin tightening is a smooth surface with no banding or wrinkling. The lashes are raised, and this makes for a more youthful, attentive posture. The sutures are removed about a week later during a follow-up visit. Any scarring fades quickly, and the scars aren’t visible anyway because the incisions are made along the natural crease.

After Surgery

A typical eyelid surgery for the correction of wrinkles, sags, and folds is usually completed in less than two hours. After you return home, there are a few post-treatment procedures you need to perform yourself. We’ll choose the proper antibiotic for you to take, and we’ll have already shown you how to wash the area daily and how to change the bandages. You can use ice packs made with zip-loc bags and ice cubes to keep the area soothed for the first few days after the surgery.

You’ll also use a recommended eye drop solution to keep the eyes from drying out. Your vision won’t be impaired after the surgery because any swelling fades very quickly. The antibiotics will prevent any infections during the healing process.

You’ll be ready to present yourself in public in less than a week. We will schedule several follow-up visits so that we can monitor the skin healing process. 

Combining Procedures

During the initial consultation, we will listen to your concerns and may recommend combining an eyelid surgery with other treatments such as the use of dermal fillers or a brow lift. A brow lift is similar to an eyelid lift but corrects sagging on the lower part of the forehead. This treatment raises the position of the eyebrows and can be performed on the same day as blepharoplasty.

Long-Term Results

Our clients are thrilled with the results of blepharoplasty. Because fat builds up very slowing beneath the lid skin, an eyelid lift can produce satisfying results that last for years. Remember that this is a cosmetic fix and doesn’t stop the aging process. However, the functional benefits should be considered as well as the aesthetic ones. Your eyesight may improve because the sagging and drooping that was causing problems with your peripheral vision has been corrected. 

We may suggest ongoing skin rejuvenation treatments to help keep the lid skin looking smooth and healthy. These treatments could include light therapy, laser resurfacing, or the use of vitamin-rich salves. These treatments will help you maintain a fresh look to the lid skin and prevent darkening of the skin tone, brittle skin texture, or an overall dull appearance to the skin surface.

Ask Yourself Questions

Now that you’re familiar with eyelid surgery and what it involves, ask yourself questions about your readiness for this type of procedure. When you come in and consult with us, you’ll want answers, so think now about what the procedure involves, how much downtime you need to schedule, how many follow-up visits are necessary, and how you’ll care for your eyes in the days following the surgery. We’ll show you before-and-after photos of some of our clients when you come in for a consultation, and we’ll outline a general schedule of events that include pre-treatment and post-treatment care.

This is a relatively simple cosmetic procedure, and although the details of how it’s performed can become a quite lengthy discussion, everything is scheduled in a specific sequence. The steps naturally follow one another, and you’ll be quite prepared by the time the surgery date arrives.

A Totally Refreshed Look

As we stated earlier, this type of surgery isn’t going to reverse the aging process. What it will do is bring about a more youthful, healthy appearance, one that your family and friends will immediately notice. This does wonders for your confidence and self-esteem. 

It’s not going to change your personality, or in other words, who you are. However, it will indeed change the way you interact with others because you’ll know you’re more presentable. A simple surgery to correct the overall appearance of your facial features can positively alter the way you interact because you’ll feel more confident.

Are There Restrictions for Candidacy?

All procedures that involve surgery can only be performed if certain criteria are met. An eyelid lift is no exception. If you have certain medical conditions or are currently taking drugs that you must indeed take, you may not be eligible for blepharoplasty. You should be in good overall health and not have any serious skin condition that could worsen if surgery is performed.

We will want to look closely at your medical history. During the initial consultation, we will ask about medicines you’re taking and if you are on any special treatment for other conditions. You can ask your regular doctor about this, and make sure to announce your desire for eyelid surgery. Your doctor will forward any important information to us, and we need to look over this information closely before we can give the thumbs up for performing an eyelid lift.

Enjoy a More Refreshed Appearance

If drooping or sagging lids are getting you down, there’s a simple cosmetic solution. Visit Zormeier Cosmetic Surgery and Longevity Center to learn more about eyelid surgery and what it can do to dramatically improve your overall appearance. We are conveniently located in Noblesville, Shelbyville, Danville, Healdsburg, and Ukiah. You can’t turn back time, but you can certainly achieve the results you desire via the performing of blepharoplasty. Contact us today to schedule your consultation! 

The Key to Feeling Your Best: Hormone Balance

Are your hormones in balance? Fatigue, insomnia, decreased energy, muscle weakness, hot flashes for women, and loss of sexual desire are common symptoms patients experience with age. Are any of these symptoms familiar to you? If yes, you may have a hormone imbalance, and you may benefit from a functional integrative medicine approach. We practice “evidence-based medicine”, and for you this means we attempt to get to the “root cause” of disease without masking the symptoms with medications. We use comprehensive laboratory testing to help determine hormonal imbalance and tailor a specific treatment plan around you. Making you look and feel your best inside and out is what we pride ourselves on providing our patients.

The symptoms of hormonal imbalance are unhealthy, turn chronic in nature, and lead to disease. Balancing your hormones begins with you and your everyday lifestyle decisions. Improvements in your lifestyle, nutrition, and supplements can play an important role in your overall health. We can help you establish balance with nutritional supplements, dietary and exercise changes, and bio-identical hormone replacement therapy.

MENOPAUSE: HORMONE DEFICIENCY FOR WOMEN.
We refer to a hormone deficiency in women as menopause. Women will first experience changes in menstrual cycle, anxiety, insomnia, and headaches. Typically, menopause will begin sometime around the age of 50. Stress levels, poor diet, and lack of exercise can also speed up menopause. An oophorectomy, radiation, and chemotherapy can also cause early menopause.

ANDROPAUSE: HORMONE DEFICIENCY FOR MEN.
We refer to a hormone deficiency in men as andropause. Men will first experience a decrease in strength, energy, fatigue, loss of enthusiasm for the challenge of work, competition, and sexual activity. As testosterone levels in men decrease with age, weight gain, decreased strength, depression, and sexual dysfunction commonly occur. Stress levels, poor diet, and lack of exercise can also reduce testosterone levels and cause decreased strength, energy, and sex drive.

Through a comprehensive evaluation, labs, and hormone testing, we can help alleviate your symptoms and return you to your youthful vigor. Call or text us at 317-414-3000 to make an appointment or visit us on our website: https://ZormeierCosmeticSurgery.com for more information about bio-identical hormone replacement therapy.

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