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Skin Resurfacing Treatment

If you are worried about the early onset of aging signs, or have been struggling with facial skin imperfections for years, you require a safe and proven skin rejuvenation treatment that works best with your unique skin concerns and personal cosmetic goals.  

Laser Genesis is a time-tested laser treatment that can improve your fine lines and wrinkles on the face, even out your complexion, mitigate the effect of acne scars, narrow enlarged pores, and even resolve certain types of active acne. The cutting-edge Laser Genesis device from Cutera is an ideal solution for facial skin revitalization, which is safe and involves very little downtime.  

Board certified plastic surgeon Dr. Bryson Richards provides Laser Genesis treatment for skin toning and scar removal to patients in Las Vegas, NV and surrounding locations. 

How does Laser Genesis Work? 

Your treatment provider will focus the Laser Genesis device on the targeted areas of the skin so that controlled heat energy from the laser beams penetrates into the deeper skin tissue.  

This will stimulate the skin’s self-repair mechanism and trigger the formation of new collagen fibers, while restoring an even skin tone and healthy skin texture. It will also smooth out acne scars and some other facial scars, if any. 

Laser Genesis is a non-ablative laser, which means that you will not have any significant wounds on your skin’s surface, while still receiving the best benefits of laser skin resurfacing. Laser heat will also destroy harmful bacteria under the top skin layers to help prevent any future acne outbreaks. 

The gradual and gentle laser treatment process will promote the cellular turnover rate, reduce enlarged pores, improve acne scarring, and even address more severe conditions such as rosacea. You may be able to achieve your cosmetic skin care goals in three to six treatment sessions, depending on your needs. Recovery time is almost negligible with this treatment.  

What Conditions can Laser Genesis Treat? 

While Laser Genesis is highly effective in improving acne scars and providing an even-looking skin tone, it also addresses a number of other skin imperfections. In fact, it can also work well in the neck and chest areas, apart from the face. Some of the common skin conditions which can be corrected with Laser Genesis include:  

  • Mild wrinkles and fine lines 
  • Small to medium acne scars and surgery scars 
  • Some types of active acne 
  • Irregular skin texture  
  • Enlarged pores 
  • Redness and rosacea 
  • Brown spots and age spots Angiomas 
  • Port Wine Stains 
  • Venous Lakes 
  • Spider Veins  

Treatment Experience  

As a non-ablative treatment, Laser Genesis is not going to cause you pain. However, you may experience a mild tingling sensation and warmth in the treatment areas. Some patients in fact find the treatment rather soothing.  

A single treatment session will be completed in about 30 minutes, but could be longer if multiple treatment areas are involved. You can expect to achieve optimal results in about four to six months after the treatment sessions have been completed.  

Cosmetic surgeon Dr. Bryson Richards receives patients from Las Vegas, NV and nearby areas for Laser Genesis skin enhancement procedures.  

Contact Us to Schedule a Consultation

If you would like more information on cosmetic surgery procedures and treatments performed by Las Vegas, Nevada plastic surgeon, Dr. Bryson Richards please contact us at 702.870.7070

Taking new patients from Las Vegas, Bullhead City,  Laughlin, Pahrump, Mesquite NV and surrounding areas.

Breast Implant Replacement

Most women will have their breast implants last for a very long time without any complications. New implant qualities are highly resilient and manufacturers usually offer a lifetime warranty on the implants. However, patients should know that despite the warranty, their breast augmentation results may not last a lifetime.  

You should expect that you may have to remove or replace your breast implants at least once in your lifetime. About a decade ago, an FDA report estimated that about 20 percent of women with implants would have to undergo a revision cosmetic surgery within 10 years of their initial implantation.  

This number is likely to have gone down further in the last decade, considering the rapid improvements in surgical techniques and breast implant qualities. As long as your primary breast augmentation procedure has been performed correctly, chances are that you can enjoy the results for at least 10 to 20 years without any trouble.  

Board certified plastic surgeon Dr. Bryson Richards provides cosmetic and reconstructive procedures to patients in Las Vegas, NV, and surrounding locations.  

When Do You Need Breast Implant Removal or Replacement? 

Here are a few possible reasons why you may need to undergo a breast implant removal or replacement plastic surgery at some future date.  

You are Unhappy with the Implant Size  

After your breast implant surgery, you might realize at some point in the future that you are dissatisfied with your overall breast appearance because the implants are either too small or too large for your liking. If you have a change of aesthetic preferences, you may choose to have your implants removed or replaced any time.  

Capsular Contracture  

The natural healing reaction of your body following the insertion of implants at the time of breast augmentation will result in the formation of a protective scar tissue or capsule around the implants. In a few cases, this scar tissue may thicken or harden, causing tightness or pain in your breasts. 

In some patients, this condition may also lead to the implant losing its shape or moving from its position. You may require breast implant removal or breast implant replacement surgery to correct this condition.  

Implant Rupture  

If your saline implants get damaged or puncture, it will cause the implant to deflate. The saline solution will exit the implant, but it will not harm your health because it is a fully biocompatible fluid. Silicone implants may also get ruptured in rare cases, but the viscous silicone gel may not move out of the implant shell.  

In fact, the silicone implant rupture may be a silent one, and may only get detected during an MRI. In any case, an implant rupture will make it necessary to have your breast implants removed or replaced. 

Implant Revision Procedure  

You will usually have the choice to opt for breast implant removal without replacement or with implant replacement. If you want to avoid a replacement, you need to combine implant removal surgery with a breast lift to restore a firm and youthful natural breast appearance.  

Cosmetic surgeon Dr. Bryson Richards receives patients from Las Vegas, NV, and nearby areas for safe and proven plastic surgery procedures.  

Contact Us to Schedule a Consultation

If you would like more information on cosmetic surgery procedures and treatments performed by Las Vegas, Nevada plastic surgeon, Dr. Bryson Richards please contact us at 702.870.7070

Taking new patients from Las Vegas, Bullhead City,  Laughlin, Pahrump, Mesquite NV and surrounding areas.

Capsular Contracture 

Women may need to undergo explantation or breast implant removal cosmetic surgery for a number of reasons. Implant rupture and capsular contracture could make it a medical necessity to have the implants removed or replaced. Some women may want smaller or larger sized implants due to changed preferences, which will also require them to undergo breast implant replacement.  

Board certified plastic surgeon Dr. Bryson Richards provides cosmetic and reconstructive procedures to patients in Las Vegas, NV, and surrounding communities.  

Preparing for the Surgery 

Breast implant removal plastic surgery will involve some pre-operative preparation. Your surgeon will perform a careful medical exam before they clear you as a candidate for breast implant removal or replacement. If you smoke, they will require you to quit the habit for at least a few weeks before and after the surgery.  

If you are taking certain medications such as NSAIDs, vitamins, or herbal supplements, their schedule may have to be adjusted in consultation with your physician.  

Surgical Procedure 

In normal circumstances, your breast implant removal or replacement plastic surgery may be performed using general anesthesia. The first preference of the surgeon will be to reopen the same incision through which the original breast augmentation surgery was performed. This way no new scarring will occur during implant removal or replacement.  

The surgeon will carefully take out the old or damaged implants and excise the scar tissue, if required. If implant replacement is not required, your surgeon may perform a breast lift at the same time of implant removal to provide a subtle lift and firmness to your natural breast tissue.  

If you have planned for implant replacement, a new breast pocket may have to be created surgically to accommodate implants of a different size or shape. Following the surgery, the incisions will be closed with sutures and the surgeon may insert temporary drains to collect excess fluid from the surgical site.  

Your breasts will be wrapped in a compression bandage after the surgery, which will be replaced in a few days with a special surgical bra. You will receive aftercare instructions from the surgeon’s team before you return home after the procedure. 

Recovery  

In the first few days following your breast implant removal surgery, you may experience some soreness, bruising and swelling in the incision areas. Your surgeon will give prescription pain medications to keep you comfortable during this phase. In most cases, you can expect to return to your normal routine or go back to work in about one to two weeks.  

Personal Decision 

Whether you want to have breast implant removal with or without breast lift or an implant replacement surgery is usually your personal choice. You should carefully evaluate all your options in close consultation with your surgeon, and then make a well-informed decision.  

Breast implant removal surgery may not be the best idea if you have had a breast augmentation just a few months ago, and are dissatisfied with the initial aesthetic results. You may need to give yourself six months to a year before you can finally determine your aesthetic preferences. 

Cosmetic surgeon Dr. Bryson Richards receives patients from Las Vegas, NV, and nearby areas for safe and proven plastic surgery procedures.  

Contact Us to Schedule a Consultation

If you would like more information on cosmetic surgery procedures and treatments performed by Las Vegas, Nevada plastic surgeon, Dr. Bryson Richards please contact us at 702.870.7070

Taking new patients from Las Vegas, Bullhead City,  Laughlin, Pahrump, Mesquite NV and surrounding areas.