Posted on June 28, 2013 in Body, Cosmetic Surgery, Face, Male
A decade ago a trip to the plastic surgeon, for a nip here and a tuck there, was almost exclusively only taken by women, but more and more men are following suit, signing up for procedures to look better and boost their confidence. They are not hiding the fact either, with recent figures from the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery showing that since 1997 there has been a 106% increase in cosmetic surgery procedures performed on men in the US. The 2012 figures show that Rhinoplasty and Eyelid Surgery ...
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Posted on June 18, 2013 in Eyelid/Blepharoplasty
Blepharoplasty, commonly known as eyelid surgery, is a procedure that can be performed to enhance your facial aesthetics, creating positive changes to the eye area. It is one of the most frequently performed cosmetic surgical procedures and due to its popularity, we recently pulled Dr Steve Merten, a Fellow of the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons, aside to shed some light on candidacy, benefits and the blepharoplasty procedure. Read our Q&A with Dr Merten below to gain some insight into this popular facial rejuvenation surgery. Question: Who is a good ...
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Posted on June 14, 2013 in Eyelid/Blepharoplasty, Face
If you are bothered by unsightly lines, sagging, and other signs of aging around your eyes? Can eyelid surgery help you look younger and improve your appearance? According to Sydney plastic surgeon Dr Steve Merten many individuals can benefit from Blepharoplasty, which is the medical term for eyelid surgery, creating positive visual changes to the eye area. Eyes are a key factor in our social interactions as they convey mood and emotions. As you get older you may notice that the skin and tissues of your eyelids may start to ...
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Posted on June 7, 2013 in Body, Cosmetic Surgery, Face, Non-surgical Treatments
A plastic surgery addiction is a real possibility, and some individuals actually suffer from this problem. Cosmetic procedures and plastic surgery techniques make many changes in appearance possible, and these help a large number of people improve their appearances and their confidence levels. If you have psychological issues or you are trying to attain a perfect figure and appearance then you may be disappointed no matter how well these treatments may turn out. Our Plastic Surgeon in Sydney, Dr Steve Merten is aware of the plastic surgery addiction problem, and he ...
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Posted on June 4, 2013 in Anti-wrinkle Injections, Dermal Fillers, Face
1. What are Anti-Wrinkle Injections? Anti-Wrinkle injections are a simple, quick and safe method used to reduce facial muscle activity, resulting in a visible reduction of lines on the face, particularly around the eyes and forehead. They can visibly smooth 2. Who Can Benefit From Anti-Wrinkle Injections? Anti-Wrinkle Injections can be used as for cosmetic purposes as well as treating certain medical conditions, with more and more therapeutic indications for anti-wrinkle injections being discovered. A very common therapeutic use is Hyperhidrosis, or excessive sweating. Tiny injections are placed under the ...
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Posted on May 9, 2013 in Anti-wrinkle Injections, Dermal Fillers, Eyelid/Blepharoplasty, Rhinoplasty
When it comes to plastic surgery and cosmetic procedures the desired results will usually be different for men and women. More men than ever before are having many types of plastic surgery and numerous cosmetic procedures with a 5% increase from 2011 to 2012 (ASPS 2012) and this is not surprising. The emphasis that society places on an attractive appearance and an ideal look can be very daunting. If you are a man and you have considered a cosmetic procedure or some type of plastic surgery you are not alone. ...
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Posted on April 24, 2013 in Body, Cosmetic Surgery, Face
If you are thinking about having a cosmetic procedure or some type of plastic surgery then it is important to know what you should look for in a plastic surgeon before you go any further. The right choice of a plastic surgeon can mean the difference between great results and a procedure that has one too many complications and less than desirable results. In Australia, the Australian Society of Plastic Surgeons is the peak body for Specialist Plastic Surgeons. Membership indicates that the plastic surgeon meets the highest standards, both ...
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Posted on April 24, 2013 in Cosmetic Surgery, Face, Rhinoplasty
Nose surgery can help you alleviate breathing difficulties and improve the overall aesthetics of your face. In response to the popularity of this cosmetic surgery, we recently sat down with Dr Steve Merten, a Fellow of the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons, to discuss his pre-surgical approach to rhinoplasty procedures at his Sydney plastic surgery practice. Below is our Q&A with Dr Merten providing a brief insight into how he conducts his nose reshaping consultations, as well as what type of questions patients should ask when considering a nose job. ...
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Posted on April 5, 2013 in Face
With age comes the onset of wrinkles, fine lines, and the sagging of skin, especially on the face. Many people have little or no concerns with the signs of ageing, and concerns about undergoing facial rejuvenation surgery are valid, particularly elective surgery that alters your appearance. So whilst the majority of individuals may decide against a facelift, eyelid lift or brow lift, new techniques like those used by Sydney Plastic Surgeon Dr Merten allow for a natural look that leaves the face rejuvenated and fresher in appearance. Modern facelift surgery ...
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Posted on March 22, 2013 in Face, Prominent Ear Surgery
“Bat ears” is a common deformity of the ears, and is usually a hereditary problem that is passed on through generations. This type of deformity usually has two features. The first way in which the ears may appear deformed is when they protrude away from the face, thus appearing overly large, instead of being held closer to the face for a framed physique. The other way in which ears may appear deformed is when the natural curl found on the outermost part of the ear is reduced or not present. ...
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