Demand for Cosmetic Surgery High Among Men

In 2009 alone, male patients were responsible for more than 900,000 cosmetic procedures. That’s an increase of nearly 10 percent from 2008 figures. And what are the most popular procedures? Laser liposuction on areas like the neck to eliminate the “turkey gobble”, eyelid surgeries and facelifts, according to an article in the Vancouver Sun.

From sculpting small pockets of fat to trimming down larger areas, Midwest Medical has the tools and the skill to transform you. Many of our laser procedures have virtually no down time associated with them (actually just the day of the procedure) vs. regular liposuction. Minimal, if any, bruising occurs. Pain, if any, may require a Tylenol! No general anesthesia is used….only local anesthesia so you are awake during the entire procedure yet don’t feel any discomfort. Fat that is taken out can also be reinjected into facial areas to volumize the face, fill in wrinkles and folds and create a more youthful look!

Let us know how we can help you or the men in your life achieve a healthier look today.

Take Years off Your Smile

Your smile may be the first thing that gets noticed, so if your pearly whites are, well, not so pearly anymore, it may be time to take a second look at that first impression your teeth may be creating.

What are the leading causes of stains? Although there’s no one major category, for many people, it can be as simple as not washing gums and the mouth thoroughly after meals–that can result in years of build up in the form of tarter and plaque.

Other indicators, include bad habits such as smoking and drinking, or things that may seem a little more out of your control, such as medications and antibiotics.

Regardless of how the stains got there, there’s one important thing to keep in mind: Whiter teeth have the ability to not only improve your overall appearance and your smile, but also to make you look and feel younger and more attractive.

Midwest Medical offers a teeth whitening service called BriteWhite, which offers the first LED (Light Emitting Diode) system that is inserted inside of the mouth for ultimate cosmetic teeth whitening. With BriteWhite there is no heat, no sensitivity, no cheek retractors, no rubber dams, no saliva drip, no gagging, no long waiting, and no pain. The Blue LED light has been proven to be safe and using less time promotes whitening without softening enamel, which causes corrosive problems and the disruption of soft and hard tissues. BriteWhite also prevents damage to the pulp.

To learn more, and read testimonials, click here.

The Skinny on Permanent Make-up

We’re often asked about permanent make-up, so here we present some answers to our FAQ’s.

*Who Benefits from Permanent Make-up?
Everyone! Men, women, those with allergies to conventional makeup, and often times the elderly–those with unsteady hands, arthritis, physical handicaps, visual impairment, watery eyes, etc. It’s also a great convenience factor: Busy people with little time to apply makeup, anyone with the desire to free themselves from daily makeup application. And finally, there are patients who want to conceal scars resulting from accidents, trauma, surgery or burns; those who desire areola restoration following breast reconstruction or augmentation, or who have lost hair, due to treatments or otherwise, on their brows or eyelashes.

* Is the surgery painful? How long will it last?
There is very little discomfort in most Intradermal Cosmetic procedures in which a topical anesthetic may be applied. Strict sanitation and sterilization guidelines are followed in accordance with the CDC (Centers for Disease Control). Single use sterile needles are used with each application. Most procedures take 1 hour to perform. At least 2 visits are needed and will be scheduled 3-4 weeks apart to do any touch-up work and to ensure your procedure(s) meets your expectations.

* Do I have a choice in colors? How long will color last?
For more answers to your FAQ’s, and to learn how to look your best 24/7, visit the Permanent Makeup section on our Web site.

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