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Dallas Cosmetic Surgeon featured on The 33 TV News discussing No-Scar Breast Augmentation

Monday, January 16th, 2012 by admin
Dr. Clayton Frenzel featured on The CW33 News

Dr. Clayton Frenzel discusses popularity of TUBA breast augmentation on The CW33 News

At his Dallas cosmetic surgery practice, Dr. Clayton Frenzel was recently featured on the CW33 News sharing the secret of a no-scar breast augmentation, otherwise known as trans-umbilical breast augmentation or TUBA.

TUBA Breast Augmentation

TUBA Breast Augmentation aka "belly button" breast augmentation

TUBA, often called the “scarless” or even “belly button” breast augmentation, is an effective method of breast implant placement that’s introduced through the navel, and produces attractive results with scars that are literally invisible.

Forest Park Medical Center surgeon Dr. Clayton Frenzel uses an endoscope to guide the empty saline implants through two tunnels into the chest–when in place the implants are filled with sterile saline to the size and shape the patient wants.

Dr. Clayton Frenzel performing a TUBA procedure.

Dr. Frenzel performing a TUBA procedure

Implanting around the breast or through the armpit can leave visible scars.

Dr. Frenzel said he used to perform the TUBA procedure as many as twenty times a month in California and now it’s growing in popularity here.

“It’s a lot more popular for the younger girls,” Dr. Frenzel said. “The girls between 18 and 25 or 30, once you get in the girls that are 30, 35 or 40 a lot of those patients are choosing silicone for some reason.”

Dr. Frenzel said the procedure takes about an hour with most patients getting back to normal in about a week.

Watch the full story here.

To setup a one-on-one consultation with Dr. Clayton Frenzel for the TUBA procedure, please call the Advanced Cosmetic Surgery office at (817)342-0232 or click here to schedule online.

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Cosmetic Surgery Declines Among Teens

Monday, May 9th, 2011 by Newswriter

There has been a significant decline in the number of cosmetic surgeries among teenagers 18 and younger, according to statistics released by the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery.

Nonsurgical procedures such as laser hair removal and chemical peels were the most popular cosmetic procedures among teens in 2010, while the most common surgery was otoplasty, which corrects the appearance of protruding ears.

Otoplasty is the most popular cosmetic procedure among children under 18, mostly around the ages of 5 or 6. Recovery from otoplasty is usually fairly quick and the procedure can prevent teasing. Rhinoplasty, or nose reshaping, is also popular during the mid-teen years, and can correct functional problems with the nose at the same time that it improves the appearance.

Other procedures involve reducing breasts, in boys and girls, or correcting breast asymmetry in girls. Liposuction is rare among teenagers, as cosmetic surgeons will often have serious reservations about performing it unless there are clear and unequivocal reasons in favor of it.

The statistics reveal a stunning 38 percent drop in the number of surgical procedures over the last two years, from 203,308 procedures in 2009 to 125,397 in 2010. Both figures are much lower than the 298,704 procedures reported in 2001, and seem to contradict a general impression that teenage cosmetic surgery has been on the rise in the past decade.

How do cosmetic surgeons decide whether a procedure is appropriate for a teenager? They’re always sure to talk with them first. It’s important that the physical feature in question has basically finished growing, since continued growth could distort the effects of the surgery. Cosmetic surgeons also discuss the procedure with the teenager, so that they can:

  • dispel myths and misconceptions
  • set up reasonable expectations for the surgery
  • carefully consider benefits, drawbacks, and risks
  • explore postoperative issues and recovery times

These steps are necessary to ensure that a teenager fully understands the nature of the procedure and will emotionally benefit from the experience.

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A New Year and a New Look with Cosmetic Surgery

Monday, January 10th, 2011 by editor2

winter cosmetic surgery specialsSome women are planning ahead and getting their cosmetic procedures done this winter so they’re ready once summer arrives, a recent article in the Boston Herald reported.

According to the article, there’s a few reason for this trend. Dr. Steven Margolis, a cosmetic surgeon in New England, said some of his patients turn to liposuction in January after a frustrating year of not losing weight, and another surgeon, Dr. Gregory Antoine, said that women come to him in January to get liposuction so that they look good for summertime.

Timing cosmetic procedures early allows for plenty of recovery time before the summer season for procedures such as breast augmentation and liposuction.

Cosmetic surgeons and spa owners also said that they’ve found men are increasingly giving a cosmetic procedure as a gift for their wives or girlfriends who want to start off the New Year with a fresh body or face.

“It’s the same reason health clubs are busy in January. They get up their resolve and they say this is the year they want to do it, and, of course, they want it done right away,” said Cheryl Clarkson, who owns spa centers in the Boston area.

Dr. Frenzel offers an array of cosmetic surgery procedures for those who want to start the New Year with a new look, as well as non-surgical procedures, including Botox, CO2 laser resurfacing and laser vein treatment.

Several cosmetic surgery specials are currently available at Advanced Cosmetic Surgery; view the specials page for more information.

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Liposuction & Botox Just Some of the Cosmetic Options for the Neck

Friday, December 31st, 2010 by editor2

neck liftsWhile there are a wide variety of cosmetic treatments for the face — from face lifts to Botox — there have been less options for the neck in the past. But that’s changing, according to a recent article in the New York Times, that finds these days more options do exist to improve the appearance of the neck area.

While traditionally used on the body, liposuction may be an option for necks with too much fat, especially if the person has elastic skin that can bounce back afterward.

For those with neck “bands”, injecting Botox in the neck muscle can make them less conspicuous in a patient with great skin tone, according to Dr. Rod Rohrich, chairman of the plastic surgery department at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas. However, like for wrinkles on the face, Botox results last about three to four months and will require upkeep.

For others, a neck lift remains the best and long-lasting option. It may involve one or both of the following procedures:

  • Cervicoplasty to remove excess skin
  • Platysmaplasty to remove or alter neck muscles

According to the Times, surgeons report that men seem to get more isolated neck lifts than women. “Usually with women, they are getting a face- and neck lift,” said Dr. Felmont Eaves, the president of the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery. “In men, we don’t have exact statistics, but it’s pretty common to see them come in just for the neck.”

“There’s no way a man’s neck, with all that tissue hanging down, can be graceful,” said Dr. Phil Haeck, president of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, who has done two neck-only lifts for every three face lifts in his practice this year.

Learn more about neck lifts at Advanced Cosmetic Surgery in Arlington, Texas.

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Predicted Cosmetic Surgery Trends for 2011

Friday, December 24th, 2010 by editor2

2011 cosmetic surgery predictionsCosmetic plastic surgeons from around the country weighed in on upcoming trends in cosmetic surgery, and the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS) put together a list of  2011 cosmetic surgery predictions based on the surgeons’ feedback.

Facelifts, injectables, and body contouring are three of the procedures where they are predicting growth.

As the economy improves, the demand for facelift surgery will increase, as those who have been putting off the surgery may be more likely to get it in 2011, according to the society.

Already the most popular non-surgical procedure according to ASAPS’s 2009 statistics, injectables (such as Botox, Juvederm and Restylane) will continue to grow in popularity as they evolve and new products become available on the market.

Body contouring procedures will also be on the rise as more obese people may turn to weight loss surgery given the health dangers of obesity. That will lead to an increase in body contouring cosmetic procedures to tighten and remove excess skin after dramatic weight loss.

The society also predicts that more patients will be seeking “posterior body lifts, buttock lifts and surgical and nonsurgical buttock augmentations to shape and augment their buttocks” thanks in part to celebrities like Kim Kardashian and Beyonce who have made it a “must-have accessory.”

The society sees change ahead in fat reduction techniques. While liposuction will remain the standard in surgical fat reduction, new non-surgical techniques will continue to be developed, including freezing, zapping and lasering fat, as possible alternatives to surgery.

Unfortunately, the society also sees consumers looking for bargains on cosmetic procedures. Procedures, such as “discount injectables” bought overseas and cosmetic procedures performed by untrained practitioners will lead to an increase in cosmetic surgery “horror” stories. Always research your cosmetic surgeon to ensure he or she is well-trained in cosmetic surgery.

Read the full list of predictions at surgery.org.

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Cosmetic Surgery Market to Double in Size by 2017, According to Report

Thursday, September 23rd, 2010 by editor2

Woman receiving a facial injectionThe cosmetic surgery, facial aesthetics and medical lasers market is expected to double in size by 2017, exceeding $3 billion, according to a new reoprt from medical device and pharmaceutical market research company iData Research.

The aesthetic laser and light therapy markets for skin resurfacing, hair removal and laser lipolysis will be the fastest growing segments, according to the report, and the market for botulinum toxin-A drugs, such as Botox, is estimated to grow to $543 million by 2017.

“Allergan has had a monopoly on botulinum toxin A drugs since 2002, but now faces competition from Dysport by Medicis as well as other new competitors expected to enter the market,” said Dr. Kamran Zamanian, CEO of iData. One of those future competitors may be a botulinum toxin called PurTox by Mentor. PurTox is now in Phase III clinical trials in the U.S., according to Mentor’s website.

The use of botulinum toxins is also expected to increase due to an increasing number of therapeutic treatments, such as upper limb spasms, neck malpositioning and certain types of eye muscle disorders. The FDA is also currently evaluating Botox as a treatment for severe migraines.

“A growing number of doctors are looking at the therapeutic potential of Botulinum-A. There are more cosmetic procedures performed using Botulinum-A than therapeutic, however therapeutic procedures use higher doses of the drug, therefore these two markets are similar in value,” said Dr. Zamanian.

The report, titled “Markets for Cosmetic Surgery, Facial Aesthetics and Medical Laser Devices 2011,” states that the U.S. market for injectables is valued at almost $860 million. The three-report series includes data, analyses, and competitor profiles for botulinum toxins, dermal fillers, breast augmentation implants, liposuction aspirators, laser/light devices, and microdermabrasion.

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Surgeons Can Help Patients Avoid Cosmetic Surgery “Buyer’s Remorse”

Saturday, September 4th, 2010 by editor2

Heidi Montag after plastic surgeryA recent article on the ABC News website looks at the issue of “buyer’s remorse” for cosmetic surgery patients. ABC reports that reality TV star Heidi Montag, who had 10 plastic surgery procedures in one day is looking to get a breast reduction. Her most recent breast augmentation made her a G cup.

“I think [plastic surgery remorse] is actually increasing, and I think in part it’s increasing because of the drop in reimbursement by insurance companies, which is driving doctors in other specialties into the plastic surgery market,” says Chicago plastic surgeon Dr. Julius Few.

Ann Kearney-Cooke, a psychologist who specializes in weight and body image issues, believes those who have “buyer’s remorse” after cosmetic procedures are usually troubled by deeper issues. “[The surgery] changes the look, but if you have a problem that you haven’t resolved, you’ll have a temporary positive feeling, but then something else is the problem,” notes Kearney-Cooke.

Dr. Timothy Miller, chief of plastic surgery at the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA, feels remorse after surgery is not increasing. “Maybe I’ve seen it a few times in my practice, but it’s very rare,” he says.

Most plastic surgeons do agree that potential regret after cosmetic procedures could be avoided if patients and doctors recognize and address the problem.

“I have a therapist who works in my practice,” says Dr. Few. “We know in plastic surgery that if somebody has undue stress, the risk of complication is higher.”

Dr. Miller notes that, “Most plastic surgeons will tell patients to work out their problems—go talk to a psychiatrist or confide in somebody else.”

When considering cosmetic surgery, communication between the patient and doctor is key. “It’s really important that both the patient and the physician understand what the motivation is behind the surgery,” says Brooklyn plastic surgeon Dr. Malcolm Roth.

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Reality TV Viewers Have Positive View of Cosmetic Surgery

Saturday, August 28th, 2010 by editor2

Woman smilingA Rutgers psychology professor found that teens who watch cosmetic surgery reality TV shows, like Extreme Makeover, are more likely to be interested in these types of cosmetic surgery procedures afterward.

In one study, Charlotte Markey of Rutgers–Camden, along with Patrick Markey of Villanova University, surveyed 170 teens (average age 19.77, 59% female) about their impression of reality television shows featuring cosmetic surgery and their interest in cosmetic surgery.

The results found that those who had favorable impressions of cosmetic surgery reality television shows were more likely to have an interest in pursuing surgery.

A second study had 189 participants (average age 19.84, 51% female) split into two groups; one group watched a program with a cosmetic surgery makeover, while the other group watched one with a neutral message.

As the researchers suspected, women were more likely to want cosmetic surgery than men, and those who viewed the cosmetic surgery show were more inclined to consider the procedure for themselves than those who watched the neutral message program.

Dr. Charlotte Markey noted that many people equate changing their appearance with being happier, even though she says there is no evidence to prove this theory.

ABC’s Extreme Makeover, though canceled in 2007, has influenced the development of several other similarly themed shows, including Fox’s The Swan, MTV’s I Want a Famous Face, E’s Dr. 90210 and Oxygen’s Addicted to Beauty.

“There is a cultural context to never be satisfied with our physical selves. It’s the rare person who is either completely oblivious or has developed such a strong counter message to not be affected,” said Markey.

The two studies were done to “examine the influence of media messages about cosmetic surgery on youths’ interest in altering their own physical appearance,” according to the abstract, which is available at Science Direct.

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Younger Patients Look to Cosmetic Surgery to Reverse Ear Gauging

Sunday, August 15th, 2010 by editor2

Woman smilingMore young people who have gauging, a process that deliberately stretches and widens earlobes, are looking to have it reversed and are turning to cosmetic surgery for help. Msnbc.com reports that ear surgery is being requested by individuals who have regrets about having their lobes stretched.

Also known as otoplasty, ear surgery is often requested by those looking for jobs and going on interviews, cosmetic surgeon Dr. Angelo Cuzalina tells the New York Daily News.

“It’s almost becoming a fad,” he says. “People have the gauging procedure where they gradually stretch out their lobe so it has a giant hole that’s larger than a quarter. But then they want to join the workforce and think their chances for a job might be better if they didn’t have this.”

Plastic surgeon Dr. Brian Glatt also reports that he is seeing more young patients who gauged their ears as teenagers but now regret doing it and look to have their ears reconstructed.

Dr. Cuzalina explains the basic steps involved in this type of earlobe surgery: first, surgeons remove small strips of skin from the bottom of the lobe; then the edges of the lobe are stitched back together; and finally skin tissue is used to re-create the shape of a normal ear lobe.

Patients should expect some scarring, but after several months, they should be able to wear regular earrings again, says Dr. Cuzalina. The procedure yields a relatively normal-looking earlobe, he adds.

“It’s not a really painful operation to have done, but you may never get the lobe back to its original shape,” says Dr. Cuzalina. “But more people are doing it. It usually takes some change in a person’s life to force them to come in and get the surgery.”

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MSNBC Reports on Rise in “Beauty Bandits”

Sunday, August 8th, 2010 by editor2

A strange cosmetic procedure trend has been reported at msnbc.com: one in which the patient gets cosmetic procedures and never pays.

One case recently in the news was a woman, nicknamed the “Beauty Bandit”, who received over $3,000 worth of Botox and dermal fillers in a Fort Lauderdale cosmetic dermatology center and then disappeared after saying she had to get cash at an ATM.

The suspect was arrested recently and is just one in a line of “cosmetic criminals” who undergo beauty treatments and then leave without paying, according to msnbc.com. Others such crimes have been reported in Newport Beach, Calif.; Port St. Lucie, Fla.; Tampa, Fla.; Brisbane, Australia and Kenton, England.

A spokesman for the American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery, Jeff Karzen, says that from talking with their doctors, it’s a problem that’s occurring from coast to coast.

Some surgeons speculate it’s the bad economy and the perceived “necessity” of procedures like Botox that are the motivating factors behind these crimes.

“Botox is no longer a luxury,” says Dr. Jon Grazer, a Newport Beach plastic surgeon who was hit by a beauty bandit last year. “It’s something people have to have, and if they can’t afford it because of the economy, I think it’s going to push them to get it by whatever means they can.”

Cosmetic surgeon Dr. Samir Pancholi says that  it’s happened three times at his cosmetic surgery practice in Las Vegas. He recounts: “The first time, it was a woman in her 50s who came in and got treatment, then said, ‘My purse is in the car, I’ll go grab it and be right back.’ Then she was gone.”

These “beauty bandits” have forced some cosmetic centers to change payment rules—one now requires all new patients pre-pay.

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