Can You Have Plastic Surgery With a High BMI?

Posted on by Dr. Y Anthony Nakamura

Many in-shape, fit people have cosmetic or plastic surgery procedures done to improve their appearance and overall health. However, if you’re overweight and considering undergoing a cosmetic procedure, you may want to know whether it’s appropriate based on your body mass index (BMI). Dr. Nakamura at Accent On You in Arlington, TX will take your BMI into account during a consultation about certain surgical procedures. It’s important to know why and what you can do to prepare for surgery.

How Does Your BMI Affect Your Ability to Have Surgery?

Cosmetic or plastic surgery is just like any other type of surgery and carries certain risks. Although the risks are generally low for the average person, having a higher BMI can increase those risks. If your BMI is high, Dr. Nakamura may first want you to lower it before doing the surgery. This is done to ensure that you are in the best health so that you can get the best results from your procedure.

Can You Still Have Surgery With High BMI?

The answer in many cases is yes, you can still qualify for certain cosmetic surgery procedures with a high BMI. However, due to the possible complications that a high BMI increases the risk for, Dr. Nakamura may not recommend surgery, but rather a less-invasive procedure or recommend a way to attain a better BMI prior to surgery.

Risk factors like smoking, having underlying health conditions, and a high BMI all play into Dr. Nakamura’s final diagnosis and recommendation for treatment, as surgery is not something to be taken lightly, but that can be performed on a wide variety of individuals who may have some degree of increased risk.

What You Need to Remember About Your BMI and Cosmetic Surgery

At the end of the day, if your BMI is on the higher side and you plan on having cosmetic or plastic surgery, you need to take all of these factors into consideration. If your BMI is high, you may have to work on lowering it to a healthier level before you can undergo the surgery you desire. Whether you are having liposuction, breast augmentation, or any other breast or body sculpting surgery, a lower BMI can help you heal faster and more effectively and have fewer complications.

However, you also need to take into account that the reach of these surgical procedures is limited. Coupling a healthy BMI with realistic expectations will provide a faster recovery and more successful procedure.

Schedule a Consultation in Arlington, TX

If you are in the Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas area and are interested in getting plastic or cosmetic surgery, contact Accent on You to schedule an initial consultation with board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Y. Anthony Nakamura. He can explain how your weight may affect the outcome of any requested procedure as well as the best way to address your concern or desired goals. Schedule your consultation by calling our office or contacting us online today.

What’s the Difference Between Botox and Fillers?

Posted on by Dr. Y Anthony Nakamura

Wrinkles are a fact of life. As women age, they may have wrinkles that are increasingly visible. Fortunately, it is possible to reduce your wrinkles. That can help you look and feel younger. At Accent On You, we know what it takes to help you get the look you want. That is why we offer many types of cosmetic surgery procedures. If you are wondering about the difference between Botox and fillers, you are not alone. Both of these procedure types can offer the kind of results you want in a relatively quick time frame. Let’s explore their differences.

What are Dermal Fillers?

Dermal fillers are another commonly used medical procedure for the treatment of wrinkles. This type of treatment has several things in common with Botox. It’s also injected into the body. Like Botox, dermal fillers are also a temporary solution that works quickly and can offer impressive results within a short time. However, this treatment also differs in certain ways. Unlike Botox, fillers are intended to fill a part of the body such as your lips, to add more volume. Many clients also use them to get rid of smile lines.

What Does Botox Do?

Botox is used to relax the muscles in your body. This treatment is safe and effective. Made from bacteria, the material has been used to treat migraines or muscle spasms for over two decades. Today, doctors know it can be used to help treat wrinkles. As women age, they tend to have what are known as dynamic wrinkles. These are kinds of wrinkles that will form near your eyes, mouth, and eyebrows. Botox can be used to relax the muscles responsible for creating wrinkles, particularly in the eye or brow areas.

Which is Right for Me?

At Accent on You, we offer dermal fillers made with biocompatible ingredients like hyaluronic acid and poly-L lactic acid. Because these active ingredients are naturally found in the body, unlike botulinum toxin in Botox, they are safe for almost all patients. Fillers are also available in a range of formulas from various brands. At Accent On You, we offer a number of different types of fillers tailored to different concerns and different areas of the face. These can help you achieve the kind of long-lasting effects you really want with results customized to your goals.

Schedule a Consultation

No matter which method you choose, it’s a great idea to get in touch with the professionals at Accent On You. We’ll help you make the right choice, let go of wrinkles, and find a whole new you. Call Accent on You at (817) 417-7200 or contact us online.