There are several crucial questions one must ask of their prospective surgeon, the first of which being “Are you board certified?”  Dr. Savalia is double board certified in general, as well as plastic surgery, placing him among the foremost physicians in the plastic surgery industry.  The American Society of Plastic Surgery recommends that you select a physician with at least six years of surgical training and experience, with at least three years in plastic surgery.  Your physician should operate only in accredited medical facilities and adhere to a strict code of ethics. It is important to ask your doctor if he or she has hospital privileges, and where.

Regrettably, any licensed physician can represent themselves as a “plastic surgeon” and it is of the utmost importance that you select a properly trained and certified physician.  Your surgeon should: answer openly any and all questions regarding your procedure, clearly discuss their professional qualifications, honestly review the risks involved, all the while illustrating realistic expectations of your results.  Ultimately, the surgeon must leave the decision up to you, without applying any pressure or undue influence upon that decision.

Plastic surgery is no longer a taboo topic in society today; it is discussed publicly among friends, family, and all forms of media outlets.  With such wide publicity, prospective patients are bombarded with tales of success as with celebrities such as Ashlee Simpson and Ashley Tisdale, whose lives were vastly improved by their plastic surgery decisions, as well as tales of regret, i.e. Kathy Griffin and Lisa Rinna. Whether the experience be positive or negative, the underlying moral is that one must be extremely selective in choosing a surgeon; be critical of every aspect of their history, training, and experience.  At Finesse Plastic Surgery we pride ourselves on being with the patient every step of the way, from the initial consultation, to your post operative follow up visits, and beyond. Dr. Savalia recognizes that such personal care is imperative to your success in carrying you through this life-altering experience.

On a woman’s body, when the innermost labial tissue, the labia minora, is enlarged or misshapen, a myriad of complications can occur. Women suffering from this problem can experience irritation, hygienic issues, interference with sexual intercourse, and discomfort during exercise activities, wearing tight fitting clothing, walking and sitting.  Large or misshapen labia, is a predicament that some women are born into, while others may develop problems after childbirth, or the even with the natural aging process. One commonality between most of these women, however, is that they suffer from a lack of self-esteem due to the appearance of their vaginal lips.  Labiaplasty surgery can help vastly improve how a women feels about her most sensitive, and significant of areas.

During the labiaplasty procedure, the inner lips of the vulva are shaped and made to look symmetrical.  It is of the utmost importance to find a doctor that is competent and comforting, as the labiaplasty surgery is a highly delicate subject.  Dr. Savalia has performed a number of labiaplasty procedures, and is not only proficient in the procedure, but also strives to make the experience as comfortable and positive as possible.

Dr. Savalia takes special care to avoid over-resection of the labia, avoiding interference with the clitoris and urethral opening.  His primary concern is to achieve the best, most natural looking results, to the patient’s satisfaction level. The scars heal extremely well and there is no loss in sensation, in fact it may improve with the removal of excess skin.

Women no longer have to face living with an area of their bodies that can be very uncomfortable.  Great numbers of women are seeking relief in the labiaplasty surgery, and gaining not only comfort, but confidence as well.

Liposuction is an elective cosmetic procedure designed to reduce the amount of fat in targeted areas of the body, such as the stomach, hips or thighs. If you are considering the liposuction procedure, you should talk to an experienced Orange County cosmetic surgeon to get an idea of what the procedure can and cannot do for you.

Maintaining Your Results

Liposuction has proven to be a very effective option for men and women looking to minimize areas with excess fat. Through the removal of fat cells in specific areas, you are decreasing the chances that fat will accumulate in that area in the future. But liposuction is not a quick fix procedure that eliminates fat for good. Liposuction patients will need to be prepared to focus on maintaining liposuction results with a healthy lifestyle. Choosing foods that are good for you and integrating regular physical activity into your day is a must.

Preventing Weight Gain

Liposuction does offer immediate results for all patients. However, factors like gender, age, habits, time availability, and the environment can all affect the long-term results of surgical fat reduction. While liposuction removes a certain number of fat cells, your existing fat cells can increase in size and even signal the creation of new fat cells if your body is imbalanced.

Consuming many more calories than you expend in a day can still cause weight gain. Eating foods high in fat and sodium can lead to weight gain, too. If you put on pounds after liposuction, you should talk to your doctor about ways you can reach your target body weight, including diet restrictions and increased exercise. To keep the weight off, follow the golden rule: Reduce food intake, improve the quality of food, and increase your energy output through exercise.

To tighten or tone additional body areas, you may want to consider other cosmetic procedures, such as the tummy tuck, body lift, thigh lift, or arm lift. For more information about liposuction and weight reduction, please contact Dr. Nirav Savalia at Finesse Aesthetic and Plastic Surgery.

— Lindsey Kesel, Cosmetic Surgery Consultant

Liposuction is an elective cosmetic procedure designed to reduce the amount of fat in targeted areas of the body, such as the stomach, hips or thighs. If you are considering the liposuction procedure, you should talk to an experienced Orange County cosmetic surgeon to get an idea of what the procedure can and cannot do for you.

Maintaining Your Results

Liposuction has proven to be a very effective option for men and women looking to minimize areas with excess fat. Through the removal of fat cells in specific areas, you are decreasing the chances that fat will accumulate in that area in the future. But liposuction is not a quick fix procedure that eliminates fat for good. Liposuction patients will need to be prepared to focus on maintaining liposuction results with a healthy lifestyle. Choosing foods that are good for you and integrating regular physical activity into your day is a must.

Preventing Weight Gain

Liposuction does offer immediate results for all patients. However, factors like gender, age, habits, time availability, and the environment can all affect the long-term results of surgical fat reduction. While liposuction removes a certain number of fat cells, your existing fat cells can increase in size and even signal the creation of new fat cells if your body is imbalanced.

Consuming many more calories than you expend in a day can still cause weight gain. Eating foods high in fat and sodium can lead to weight gain, too. If you put on pounds after liposuction, you should talk to your doctor about ways you can reach your target body weight, including diet restrictions and increased exercise. To keep the weight off, follow the golden rule: Reduce food intake, improve the quality of food, and increase your energy output through exercise.

To tighten or tone additional body areas, you may want to consider other cosmetic procedures, such as the tummy tuck, body lift, thigh lift, or arm lift. For more information about liposuction and weight reduction, please contact Dr. Nirav Savalia at Finesse Aesthetic and Plastic Surgery.

— Lindsey Kesel, Cosmetic Surgery Consultant

Only moms know how the birth of a child can affect so many aspects of the body. From stretched abdominal muscles to sagging breasts, pregnancy, labor, and breastfeeding can take an incredible toll on a woman’s figure. And the time demands of raising children leave little extra for daily workouts. Thankfully, the mommy makeover cosmetic procedure is helping mom’s get back into shape.

The great thing about the mommy makeover is that it can be fully customized based on your unique needs. Several surgical techniques are performed in one procedure in order to tighten, tone, and rejuvenate your look. You save time and money by combining body contouring options, and the results are surprising and dramatic! Here are some of the cosmetic enhancements that can be done as part of the mommy makeover:

• Liposuction – Get rid of unwanted pockets of fat in the stomach, thighs, arms, and other areas.
• Breast surgery – With breast lift, reduction, or augmentation, your cosmetic surgeon can reshape your bust to get just the right proportions. Breast lift is one of the most popular mommy procedures, as it can help combat the effects of breastfeeding and aging simultaneously.
• Tummy tuck – The abdominal area can be repaired after childbirth with techniques to tighten the tummy muscles and remove skin and fat.
• Thigh lift – The thigh lift targets upper and lower thigh, removing excess skin and fat for a more toned appearance.
• Body lift – Multiple body contouring techniques can be combined to help tighten and firm the body through the removal of loose or sagging skin.

The confidence and empowerment that can come from doing something wonderful for yourself is priceless. Mommy makeovers are recommended only for women who do not plan on having additional children.

If you are interested in learning more about the mommy makeover and its incredible benefits, contact experienced cosmetic surgeon Dr. Nirav Savalia at his  Orange County practice.

—Lindsey Kesel, Cosmetic Surgery Consultant

Want a fuller, more youthful lip contour? The cosmetic procedure called lip augmentation can help you plump your lips permanently with advanced injectable fillers, fat transfer, or lip implants. Adding volume to the lips can have a positive effect on the appearance of the entire face, creating a soft, attractive look.

Lip augmentation is a great option for patients who have naturally thin lips or who have lost fullness as a result of aging. As an added benefit, lip augmentation patients may also experience reduced wrinkles and lines around the mouth. This minimally-invasive cosmetic option is gaining popularity as new fillers and techniques improve the type of results that are possible.

Injectable fillers – Safe, FDA-approved injectable fillers such as Juvederm or Restylane can be used to achieve the desired fullness. The results are temporary as most fillers absorb into the body; however full lips can be maintained long term with repeat treatments.

Fat transfer –  In this procedure, fat cells from another part of your body are transferred to the lips. Many patients will enjoy permanent results with fat transfer.

Lip Implants – Implants made from biocompatible materials are surgically implanted into the lips for a permanent plumping solution. SoftForm, GoreTex or Alloderm are a few of the choices available today.

If you are interested in beautifying your lips with augmentation, schedule a confidential consultation with an experienced cosmetic surgeon. Your doctor can go over the details of this simple cosmetic procedure, discuss your financing options, and show you before and after photos.

For more information on lip augmentation, contact Orange County plastic surgeon Dr. Nirav Savalia at Finesse Aesthetic and Plastic Surgery.

—Lindsey Kesel, Cosmetic Surgery Consultant

Treating yourself to advanced cosmetic procedures can be an incredibly rewarding experience. When cosmetic surgery is performed by a skilled, experienced plastic surgeon, the results can do wonders for your self-image and self-confidence. Think of cosmetic surgery as more than simply an elective procedure, think of it as an investment in yourself.

When considering cosmetic surgery, you will naturally want to pay attention to cost, and you might even comparison shop a few Orange County practices. The good news is that you can have the body reshaping procedures you want without breaking your budget.

Many cosmetic practices offer affordable financing options like CareCredit, giving you the freedom to pay over time. You can choose from no-interest financing, or low-interest financing for a longer term. In most cases, you can apply for financing during your consultation and receive an instant decision. Payment plans may be used by to pay for a variety of procedures, from Botox^® and other nonsurgical facial treatments to body contouring surgeries like breast augmentation and liposuction.

Remember that while cost is in issue, especially in today’s economic environment, you‘ve got to take all factors into consideration before choosing a surgeon. Make sure your physician has years of experience, and that the staff and facilities are right for you.  Ask about each practice’s pre- and post-op care, as well as their after care facilities. And take the time to go through before and after photos to get an idea of the quality of work.

Finding affordable cosmetic surgery is easier than you thought. To get started, set up a personal, confidential consultation with Dr. Nirav Savalia at Finesse Aesthetic and Plastic Surgery. 

Ear surgery, also called “ear pinning” or “otoplasty,” has helped countless adults and children avoid the negative self-image effects of protruding or abnormal ears. By gently reshaping and sculpting the ear cartilage, a skilled cosmetic surgeon can give you a more desirable, balanced ear shape and size. Even subtle ear pinning can make a big difference in the appearance of the face and head, producing very rewarding results.

Ear surgery can improve the following conditions:

• Protruding ears
• Oversized ears
• Lop ear (folding tip)
• Cupped ear (small ear)
• Shell ear (missing curves and creases)
• Stretched earlobes
• Large creases and wrinkles

 Otoplasty for Children

Physical abnormalities are often pronounced on small bodies, and many kids may feel self-conscious about misshapen ears or endure teasing. Cosmetic ear surgery is commonly performed on children after age 5, or even adults,  to improve the proportions and correct defects. Compared to other surgical procedures, the risks and recovery are minimal, making childhood an ideal time for ear pinning.

The Ear Pinning Procedure

Ear pinning can be performed under general anesthesia or under local anesthesia with sedation in a 2 – 3 hour procedure. An experienced plastic surgeon will use the reconstructive process to create a new ear shape that fits well with other facial features. Recovery for both adults and children averages about one week.

Is ear surgery right for you?

If you are considering ear surgery for yourself or your child, talk to an experienced Orange County otoplasty surgeon about the possibilities. Take a look at a variety of before and after photos to help you see what kinds of results are possible with this procedure. Please contact Dr. Nirav Savalia today at Finesse Aesthetic and Plastic Surgery today to set up your new patient consultation.

—Lindsey Kesel, Cosmetic Surgery Consultant

The benefits of breast augmentation are clear: a fuller bosom, shapelier proportions, and enhanced self-confidence. If you are considering the breast enlargement procedure, there is a new implant placement technique you should know about called dual-plane breast augmentation.

The Benefits of Dual Plane Placement

Traditionally, breast implants have been placed either below the muscle (submuscular) or over the muscle (subglandular). Dual plane breast augmentation is a newer method of performing the procedure that involves placing the saline or silicone breast implants partially above and partially below the muscle.

Many cosmetic surgeons feel this is the ideal implant placement option because it combines the benefits of the other two options while producing a final appearance that is very natural-looking and comfortable. This technique also provides an extra lifting benefit, especially helpful for patients who experience sagging and are good candidates for a breast lift.

In this procedure, an incision is only needed underneath the breast, so there is no immediately visible scarring. Also, with dual plane breast augmentation, there is a minimal risk of rippling or capsular contracture (hardening of the scar tissue).

Is it dual plane placement right for your?

If you are considering breast augmentation, talk to an experienced Orange County breast surgeon about the benefits of dual plane enlargement. And be sure to view before and after photos before making your decision. Please contact Dr. Nirav Savalia today to set up your personalized consultation.

—Lindsey Kesel, Cosmetic Surgery Consultant

For patients battling or overcoming skin cancer, things like appearance, self-image and confidence can be deeply affected by the course of this disease. Cells of the body can be injured by the cancer itself, weakened by radiation treatments, or damaged during surgical cancer removal. In the uphill battle to beat the disease, skin cancer reconstruction offers cancer patients a way to restore dignity and improve appearance.

Especially in sunny climates like Newport Beach, skin cancer is highly prevalent. Invasive skin cancer can mean anything from minor scars to disfigurement following the removal of diseased cells.

By seeking an experienced reconstructive plastic surgeon, you may be able to restore the healthy, normal skin appearance that was lost during skin cancer treatment. Skin cancer reconstruction is most commonly performed after Moh’s surgery of the neck and facial areas, but can be used on almost any area of the body. Advanced reconstruction techniques such as skin grafting and facial flaps may be recommended to return skin altered by cancer removal to a normal appearance. Refining treatments like dermabrasion, scar revision and laser skin smoothing can be used to further repair the damage and enhance results.

If you are facing skin cancer surgery, visit with a skilled skin cancer reconstruction doctor to discuss your options. For more information on skin cancer reconstruction, please contact Newport Beach skin cancer reconstruction surgeon Dr. Nirav Savalia at Finesse Aesthetic and Plastic Surgery.

—Lindsey Kesel, Cosmetic Surgery Consultant