Reprinted from NBC4i:

COLUMBUS, Ohio —
When it comes to cosmetic surgery, breast augmentation is the number one procedure done in the US.

There were 289,000 done last year alone.

Doctors are always looking for better ways to perform the procedure — ways that give patients better results with less down time.

Plastic and reconstructive surgeon Dr. Jeffrey Donaldson, of Columbus, spoke about what he’s doing.

“We’re doing endoscopic, transaxilliary breast augmentation. It’s positioning the breast implants through the armpits and under the muscle,” Dr. Donaldson explained.

Typically surgeons cut just under or on the breast, leaving a scar, but Dr. Donaldson’s procedure creates only a tiny scar in the armpit, leaving no visible scar on the breast.

“These scars are really well hidden, way up high in the armpits, so this surgery is appealing because it leaves the scars off the breasts,” said Donaldson.

First a small incision, about a half-inch wide is made.

Then space is created for the implant, and then he deflates the implant. The doctor then fills the implant with saline once inside.

The procedure costs about $5,000 and isn’t for everyone.

Dr. Donaldson said the ideal patient is young and looking for a natural look.

Patients will experience a week of swelling and bruising.

Perhaps you are fortunate to have a navel that is small, vertically-oriented, slightly tapered around the edges and centered within a concave “six-pack” of muscle — these are the descriptors of the aesthetically ideal umbilicus that has been studied by current plastic surgeons. If so, then flaunt with pride! If not, then you might want to consider making a change.

Women whose midriffs have been distorted by weight loss, weight gain, surgery or pregnancy are now seeking help from Dr. Jeffrey Donaldson in Columbus, Ohio. Belly button surgery (umbilicoplasty or omphaloplasty) is offered here to restore a youthful, more attractive appearance. Dr. Donaldson hides the small incisions inside the cavern of the navel, and he uses several layers of inner stitches to create the desired effects.

When the belly button alone is treated, this focused procedure may be performed in the office under local anesthesia. Sometimes, the optimal result is achieved in combination with liposuction or tummy tuck to contour the entire abdomen. Either way, you can schedule a consultation with Dr. Donaldson to review your goals and best options. Don’t let the shape of your belly button limit your fun in the sun!

In the past decade, a new generation of plastic surgeons has turned upside down the traditional thinking about aging, beauty and the aesthetic ideal. It used to be assumed that aging effects were due to gravity and stretching, and that tissues sagged and fell over time. While this may be true to a certain extent, there is another fundamental process at work: loss of volume.

Technological breakthroughs in 3-D imaging, CAT scanning and MRI’s clearly demonstrate a decrease in the amount of bone, size of fat pads, quantity of muscle fiber and thickness of skin over time. In contrast, high-definition photographs show that skin landmarks such as moles and freckles do not descend appreciably as a person ages. These studies suggest that the wrinkling and hollowness that characterize old age are similar to a grape becoming a raisin, or a helium balloon that has deflated — it is due to volume loss from deeper within the body, and not just sagging of the skin itself. 

This new understanding has major implications for the treatment and prevention of aging. The face lift provides an excellent example. The old mantra was to lift, tighten, stretch and smooth the skin, but now we know that the skin is merely redraping over less underlying tissue. If only the skin is tightened, the effect may appear as if a patient is standing in a wind tunnel — the skin is swept back smooth and tight, but overlying a hollowed and sunken framework. The more pure anatomic approach is to rejuvenate the face by restoring inner volume where it has faded. This may include the addition of fat grafts,duplication of underlying fascia and muscular tissue, placement of implants, and/or injection of hyaluronic acid filler such as Restylane and Juvederm in combination with a face lift. When the deeper tissues are filled, then the skin is pushed out and wrinkles smooth more naturally. 

Dr. Jeffrey Donaldson is a champion of this new volumetric philosophy. He uses fat transfer, fillers and advanced multi-plane surgical techniques to restore volume and create youthful, soft, natural effects in the face and body for patients in Columbus, Ohio. Cosmetic surgery has rapidly evolved with these recent discoveries, and Donaldson Plastic Surgery offers you the most up-to-date results.

In the release, Dr. Parker says, “When [patients] come in armed with their own research and a list of questions, it ensures that we address everything they are concerned about.” So, like Dr. Parker, we make sure that our Website offers the most accurate information so our patients are well informed before coming for a consultation. 

We use many of the same tools that Dr. Parker uses on his New Jersey plastic surgery Website for The Parker Center. This include video and written testimonials, procedural information and staff background and credentials. All of these tools are instrumental in not only educating potential patients, but also in choosing the right facility and surgeon.

As noted in the press release, there are thousands of pages on plastic surgery so it is imperative that ours offers accurate information and is also welcoming. Patient education is beneficial to everyone and because most potential patients search the Internet first, the Website is where they get their first impression. This is why, like Dr. Parker recently updated his New Jersey breast augmentation pages, we are always reviewing the information on our site and updating when necessary.

Parker Center for Plastic Surgery, New Jersey
122 East Ridgewood Avenue
Paramus, New Jersey 07652
Phone: (201) 967-1212

Experts are not convinced about what causes capsular contractures: some think it is bacteria or “biofilm,” while others believe it is trauma from surgery. Regardless, the reported incidence is anywhere from two to thirty percent depending upon the surgeon.

Dr. Donaldson takes many precautions to prevent capsular contractures in his own practice. First, he uses meticulous sterile technique and antibiotics to avoid bacteria and infection. He insists on “no touch” handling of implants so they go directly into position without delay. He operates with a soft touch — “gentle with tissue” — to minimize trauma. These simple principles have helped Dr. Donaldson achieve an extremely low rate of capsular contracture.

Columbus, Ohio patients also visit Dr. Donaldson for second opinions regarding capsular contracture treatment. For these individuals, he performs an operation including capsulotomy (scoring and release of capsules) or capsulectomy (removal of capsules), with removal of the old breast implants and placement of new breast implants.

Pregnancy and breastfeeding lead to very predictable physical changes for many women: abdominal bulging, belly button distortion, stretch marks, love handles and deflated breasts. The mommy makeover treats each of these problem areas. The tummy tuck flattens the abdominal bulge and allows the “six-pack” to emerge. It also refines the belly button into a more attractive shape and position, and it eliminates all stretch marks that occur between the belly button and the pubic area. Liposuction removes the love handles and provides a more feminine, curvy “hourglass” shape above the hips. The breast lift elevates sagging nipples and skin, and is often combined with breast augmentation using implants to create more fullness and cleavage.

You’ve put so much into your children that it’s often difficult to find time for yourself. Good nutrition and regular exercise are important, but they usually don’t fully correct the bulging, sagging and stretching — these corrections require plastic surgery. Mommy Makeover procedures are safe and very effective for restoring pre-pregnancy contours; they can be done separately, or at the same time in one operation. You should wait at least six months between your last pregnancy or breastfeeding and your surgery date, and if you become pregnant again after surgery, you might need a touch-up.

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Columbus, Ohio women seek Dr. Donaldson’s advice about how to restore their bodies after having children. It is a team effort between patient and surgeon. Dr. Donaldson works one on one with you, listening to your goals and discussing your concerns. Together, you will develop a personalized plan to give you the body you’re ready to reclaim. Visit Donaldson Plastic Surgery, Columbus, OH, for the latest techniques and beautiful, natural results.

Several weeks ago, the company Allergan launched a new and improved version of Juvederm that contains lidocaine — a numbing medication similar to novocaine. Their studies have shown that 9 out of 10 patients are more comfortable with the lidocaine than without, and so far Dr. Donaldson’s patients agree. Procedures that might have otherwise required a nerve block (direct numbing of a facial nerve) can now be done safely and comfortably with the new filler alone.

In the last several days a competitor, Medicis, announced the availability of their latest products: Restylane-L and Perlane-L. These next-generation fillers also contain lidocaine for a more pleasant cosmetic experience. Dr. Donaldson is one of the first plastic surgeons in the country to have them available for his patients.

Whether you have had Juvederm or Restylane in the past or are curious to try one of them for the first time, you will most likely benefit from the addition of lidocaine to the filling material. Columbus, Ohio plastic surgeon Dr. Donaldson believes that increased comfort is a major advantage, and Juvederm XC, Restylane-L and Perlane-L are important breakthroughs in cosmetic medicine.

Recent studies have suggested that people who are unable to make certain facial expressions actually feel the associated emotion less. For example, if you can’t scowl, you may not feel as angry… If you can’t cringe, you may feel less embarrassed or disappointed… If you can’t frown, you may feel happier!

Botox has been used extensively to treat tension headaches caused by muscles of the neck, face, and forehead, and now it is increasingly linked to improvements in depression as well:

At Donaldson Plastic Surgery, Columbus, Ohio native Dr. Jeffrey Donaldson uses Botox in combination with other injectables such as Restylane and Juvederm to provide customized, comprehensive facial rejuvenation. In addition to improvements in appearance, the research above suggests that these patients may notice improvements in mood as well!