Howard Rosenberg, MD  
Male

Specialties: Cosmetic Surgery


Accent on Aesthetics Plastic Surgery Medical Center
(650)961-2652
2204 Grant Road, Ste. 201
Mountain View - CA
Nov 18, 2008 01:02PM in the Cosmetic Surgery Expert Forum
Sensitivity of the breasts after surgery will vary from patient to patient. Five weeks is a long time to continue to be uncomfortable, but it does occur. As long as the results of your surgery look good, be patient with the healing process.
Nov 18, 2008 12:59PM in the Cosmetic Surgery Expert Forum
Liposuction techniques have improved from those you experienced 20 years ago. Rippling as a consequence of liposuction, however, may not be totally avoidable and is more likely with very aggressive treatment. The results of thigh lifts are often less impressive than your expectations.
Nov 18, 2008 12:55PM in the Cosmetic Surgery Expert Forum
I am not sure what is the nature of the "broken veins" that you describe about your nipples. This is not a complaint that I am aware of occurring in many years of medical practice and breast augmentation surgery. Your post-operative infections may have resulted in increased vascularity to the area, particularly if that is the area of your incision. Sometim...
Nov 18, 2008 12:42PM in the Cosmetic Surgery Expert Forum
Your open wounds will ultimately completely heal, but the resulting scars will probably not be as good as you desire. They can be revised, but revision should wait until full scar maturation, approximately nine to twelve months from the time of complete healing.
Nov 18, 2008 12:39PM in the Cosmetic Surgery Expert Forum
Obtain another consultation with a plastic surgeon about your options for additional treatment. It would be impossible to comment on what would be appropriate for you without an examination.
Nov 18, 2008 12:37PM in the Cosmetic Surgery Expert Forum
I would consult with a plastic surgeon to devise the most effective treatment for your condition. Treatment can range from skin care products to peels, to laser therapy to surgery.