Sunday, July 4, 2010

Pectus Excavatum Surgery for Men - Pec Implants Cosmetic Surgery - Plastic Surgery for Men

This 38-year old patient from San Diego, California was interested in pectoral augmentation surgery. A friend, who is a patient of Dr. Pousti, referred him. This patient came in to meet with Dr. Pousti regarding male chest wall reconstruction surgery. He was interested in pec implants.
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He is now 10-months post-op pec implant surgery and pleased with his results.
In order to achieve his desired look, Dr. Pousti used pectoral 4, (aiache) size 2, textured on both sides.


Pec Implant Surgery

This 59-year old patient from Sacramento, California was interested in pectoral implants for several years wanted Dr. Pousti to perform his surgery.
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During his consultation, the patient brought in pictures of what he would like to achieve and explained in detail that he wanted the appearance of a more developed pectoral muscle, while still looking as natural as possible. Dr. Pousti discussed the surgery in detail with the patient; measurements were taken at the time, then pectoral implants were selected, the patient decided to proceed with surgery.
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The pectoral implant placements were marked in detail according to the planned procedure.
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Pectoral 4 Aiache, size 3, textured silicone implants were placed submuscularly.
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The body typically produces fluid after pec implant surgery; one drain is placed to prevent fluid build-up and typically after 2 weeks the drain is removed.
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Immediately after surgery, you can see the “new” projection of the chest.
The patient is now 1-weeks post-op surgery and is now back in Sacramento, he is very happy with the results of his surgery and will be following up via e-mail and phone with Dr. Pousti.


Pectoral Implants

This 54-year old patient from Palm Springs, California was interest in pectoral implants for several years.
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Even with constant intense weight lifting and workout, the patient was unable to build up his pectoral muscles, he was unhappy with the appearance of his chest.
The patient researched for a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon that is experienced in pec implant surgery and found Dr. Pousti on the Internet after reading excellent reviews and testimonials.
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During his consultation, measurments were made, size, texture and were discussed in detail. After reviewing the risk and complications, the patient decided to proceed with surgery.
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Markings were made prior to surgery for the planned procedure.
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Dr. Pousti demonstrates, how pectoral implants can improve chest appearance, while still looking natural to the body proportions.
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In order to achieve the patient desired look, Pectoral 4 (Aiache) in size 3 made by Spectrum Design Incorporated were used.
The patient is now 18-months post-op surgery and is extremely happy with his results.


Pectoral Implants


This 25-year-old patient from Washington D.C. was unhappy with the appearance of his chest, and was interested in pectoral implants.
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After an extensive search for a well-qualified surgeon who has experience in pectoral implant surgery, the patient found Dr. Pousti on the Internet.
During his visit with Dr. Pousti in San Diego, the patient explained in detail, even with concentrated workout routines, the patient was unable to build up his pectoralis muscles and was interested in the surgical procedure for several years. After reviewing the risk and complications of surgery, the patient decided to proceed.
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Due to the patient’s chest cavity, an additional implant was used, in order to achieve the best cosmetic result possible.
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Incision made near the axilla (armpit), which is easily hidden.
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Immediately after surgery.
The patient is 4-weeks post-op surgery. He is very pleased with his results.


Pectoral Implants


This 52-year-old patient from Long Beach, California, (Los Angeles County) has been interested in pec implants for many years.
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This patient is very fit and muscular, the patient expressed in detail, as much as he exercised, he was unable to developed high projecting pectoral muscles as he desired.
The patient found Dr. Pousti after extensive research on the Internet for a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon and decided to meet with Dr. Pousti in La Jolla, California to discuss the procedure in detail. During his consultation, the felt very comfortable and confident with Dr. Pousti’s experience with pectoral implant augmentation and knew that he was the best surgeon for him.
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Measurements were made in detail according to the planned procdure.
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Incision made near the axilla for implant access, which is well hidden.
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Dr. Pousti demonstrates how pec implants can create chest fullness for a desirable shape.
The patient is 2-months post-op surgery and is very pleased with the results.


Pectus Excavatum – Chest Wall Reconstruction


This 21-year old patient from San Marcos, California (North San Diego County) came in to meet Dr. Pousti because he was VERY UNCOMFORTABLE with the appearance of his chest wall.
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He had the Nuss Procedure when he was younger but was unhappy with the cosmetic result of his surgery. The Nuss Procedure is performed for medical necessity. Children with moderate to severe defects often experience shortness of breath, exercise intolerance and chest pain. These are the results of compression and displacement of the heart and secondary lung compression.
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He and his mom found Dr. Pousti on the Internet when they searched “custom pectoralis implant”. They had seen that Dr. Pousti is a double board certified Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon with a lot of experience with pec implants, pectus excavatum and chest wall reconstruction. Pectus excavatum, also known as funnel chest, the sternum (breastbone) is depressed relative to the rest of the chest wall. After meeting Dr. Pousti at his San Diego office, and discussing the procedure in detail, the patient wanted to proceed with surgery.
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Dr. Pousti marked the depressed areas
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A moulage was made as a guide for the custom silicone implant.
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Markings were made in detail for the planned procedure.
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The severity of the patient’s chest depression is shown.
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The incision from his previous “Nuss procedure” was used, in order to avoid creating additional scars.
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Custom silicone implant
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The implant is prepared for placement.
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Immediately after surgery.
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The depression of the right chest is filled and symmetric.
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The patient is now 2-weeks post-op surgery.


Pectus Excavatum – Chest Wall Reconstruction


This is a 47-year-old from Newark, California (Alameda County) was unhappy with the appearance of his chest wall. The patient was born with congenital chest wall deformity, and was interested in pectus excavatum surgery for several years.
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After extensive research, the patient found Dr. Pousti on the Internet. After seeing many patients on his website who he has helped with the same complexity, the patient knew that Dr. Pousti was the best surgeon for him and decided to fly in for surgery.
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Detailed markings of the chest depression was made, and a moulage was prepared for a custom silicone implant, to correct his chest wall deformity.
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Markings were reinforced prior to surgery.
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Dr. Pousti demonstrates the extent of the chest depression.
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The deep subcutaneous layer (overlying skin) was carefully separated from sternum, in order to make space for the implant.
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Custom silicone implant
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Dr. Pousti prepares the patient for custom implant placement.
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Immediately after surgery.
resource:   http://www.poustiplasticsurgery.com/case-of-the-week/category/procedures-for-men/

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