Feeling self-conscious about veins on your face is understandable. You may think that they make you look older than you or give your skin an unhealthy appearance. You might even avoid social situations because you’re afraid that people will stare at your veins. If this sounds familiar, ThermaVein could be the solution for you. ThermaVein is a safe and effective treatment for removing unwanted facial veins.

ThermaVein offers many benefits compared to other nonsurgical treatments, including:

• No risk of scarring.
• No risks of burning.
• No anesthesia or numbing cream.
• Instant results.
• No downtime.
• Permanent results.

Read on to learn more about the areas that ThermaVein can effectively treat.

Thread Veins

Those with unwanted facial veins, which are also called thread veins, are the primary group of people who can benefit from ThermaVein. If you have visible veins on your cheeks, nose, or chin, ThermaVein can help to remove them quickly and effectively.

If you have facial veins, this treatment will work by heating the vein and causing it to collapse. The collapsed vein will then be absorbed by your body and eventually disappear. This will leave you with smoother, healthier-looking skin.

Thread Veins Associated with Rosacea

In addition to people with facial veins, ThermaVein can also be effective for people who suffer from rosacea. Rosacea is a skin condition that causes redness and inflammation on the face. It can also cause the formation of small, red veins on the skin’s surface.

ThermaVein can help to reduce these veins’ appearance by reducing the redness and inflammation of your skin. It will also help to fade the appearance of any already formed veins.

Ideal Candidates

If you have sensitive skin, ThermaVein could still be a good option. This is because the treatment is gentle and does not involve harsh chemicals or lasers. The treatment is also quick and easy, so you won’t need to spend hours in a clinic or hospital. Treatment is also safe for use on darker skin tones.

If you have a health condition that makes laser treatments risky for you, ThermaVein could still be a good option. This is because the treatment does not involve the use of any lasers that could potentially be harmful to your health.

Contact Us

Are you ready to say goodbye to unwanted thread veins for a boost in confidence? To find out more about ThermaVein, contact Accent On You today. We strive to provide the best possible care for our patients and to help them achieve their desired results. Schedule a consultation with us today or fill out our online form to get started.

Breast reduction surgery is an effective procedure that can make a world of difference for people who suffer from the symptoms of overly large breasts. Your doctor will explain what to expect before and after the surgery, including what to do before your procedure and how long recovery will take. Breast reduction recovery time depends on how much tissue was removed from each breast during the process, as well as your overall health.

Before Breast Reduction Surgery

First, you will meet with Dr. Nakamura to discuss your treatment options, as well as figure out whether insurance may cover some or all of the costs of the procedure. During this meeting, your surgeon will explain the breast reduction procedure and answer any questions you may have. Your surgeon should thoroughly discuss the risks and benefits of breast reduction surgery.

During this initial consultation, you can feel free to ask questions about how long the surgery will take, what type of anesthesia will be used, and whether the medications you take on a regular basis will need to be adjusted prior to the surgery.

You will also be asked to sign consent forms permitting the procedure. Make sure that you understand everything in these forms before signing them. If possible, ask questions about anything that is unclear or doesn’t make sense to you.

Preparing For Recovery

Once your surgery date has been scheduled, you’ll need to make a few arrangements for the day of surgery and the recovery period to follow. First, you’ll need someone to drive you home after the procedure and stay with you for at least 24 hours. Next, you should set up the place where you’ll spend time resting and recovering, gathering entertainment materials, medication, comfortable pillows, and more so it’s ready for you when you come home.

You’ll need to stop taking certain medications before surgery — including aspirin and blood thinners such as Coumadin (warfarin) or Plavix (clopidogrel). You’ll also need to stop drinking alcohol for at least three days before the operation.

Your doctor may recommend that you stop taking birth control pills, hormone replacement therapy, or other medications that contain hormones during your recovery period because they can interfere with healing from surgery-related injuries.

After Breast Reduction Surgery

After breast reduction surgery, you can expect to experience some pain and numbness in your breasts and nipples. You will also have some swelling, which is normal and should mostly go away within a few weeks.

The most important thing you can do after surgery is rest. You may feel tired and sore, but it’s essential to get plenty of rest so that your body has time to heal correctly.

Your doctor will give you instructions on caring for your incisions, which are usually closed with stitches or surgical glue. Your doctor may also prescribe pain medication before leaving the hospital or clinic.

You’ll probably be given an exercise program to follow after surgery, but any physical activity should be limited for about six weeks following breast reduction surgery. If you have other health problems such as diabetes or high blood pressure, talk to your doctor about how much exercise is safe for you once the sutures have been removed from your incisions (usually four weeks after surgery).

If your surgeon used drains during the procedure, they’d need to be removed during a follow-up appointment at the clinic or hospital where you had surgery. The drains help remove excess fluid from the area around the nipple that’s being reduced; taking them out helps prevent swelling and bruising.

Learn More About Breast Reduction in DFW

Schedule a consultation with Accent On You to learn more about the different options for your breast reduction. Our utmost focus is on patients’ safety, making them satisfied and well served with a custom solution that gives them an enhanced life free from the aches and pains they’re all too used to. Fill out our online contact form to get started on a life-changing journey to better health today.

Patients often experience confusion over the differences between a mini tummy tuck and a standard tummy tuck. The names can be a bit misleading when it comes to explaining the real differences.

About Tummy Tucks

Tummy tucks are ideal for the patient who is looking to remove loose or sagging skin from the abdominal area that may not be responding to diet and exercise. The surgery can help women who have recently experienced pregnancy or weight loss that may have caused a weakening in the abdominal tissues. It’s important to already be at your desired weight prior to the surgery as a tummy tuck is not a weight loss procedure.

The procedure itself will constitute of an incision from hip bone to hip bone, which allows Dr. Y. Anthony Nakamura to repair the abdominal muscles and extract any excess skin or fats from the body to create a flatter and more toned abdomen. The recovery for a standard tummy tuck is longer than its sister procedure (the mini tummy tuck).

• Anesthesia: General
• Length of surgery: Two to four hours
• Scaring: Yes, from hip bone to hip bone
• Recovery: Three to six months
• Cost: Varies by patient

Mini Tummy Tuck

The two major differences between a mini tummy tuck and a standard tummy tuck are the smaller incision and the fact that the belly button does not need re-positioning. Whether or not this procedure is best for is decided during your consultation with input from you and the doctor.

You may be a good candidate for a mini tummy tuck if you experience loose skin under the naval and/or skin that has lost its elasticity and therefore cannot respond to exercise or diet. The excess skin will be tightened and toned during the procedure, so that it may, in the future, respond to exercise and diet in a way it never did before. A mini tummy tuck is less invasive than a standard tummy tuck, and, therefore, has a shorter recovery time.

• Anesthesia: Local anesthetic and mild sedation
• Length of surgery: One to two hours
• Scaring: Minimal above the pubic area
• Recovery: One month
• Cost: Varies by patient

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If you have any more questions about tummy tucks and/or mini tummy tucks, please contact our office, which serves the areas of Arlington, Dallas Fort Worth, and the surrounding communities. Dr. Nakamura is one of the only board certified plastic surgeons in Dallas Fort Worth. Schedule your free consultation today!

Breast augmentations are one of the most popular procedures at Accent On You. Naturally, we receive many questions about what to expect before and after the procedure.

What to Expect During the Consultation

The first consultation at our office is free. It is an opportunity to determine whether or not the procedure is right for you and get answers to all of your questions. At Accent On You there is no dumb question, and we encourage you to ask any and all questions so you are comfortable and confident in making your decision about breast augmentation surgery.

During your consultation Dr. Y. Anthony Nakamura will talk with you about your expectations. The procedure process will be explained to you in full detail along with possible risks and the details regarding recovery. We will also discuss financing options and the cost of your breast augmentation.. After your chat, we will show you around our office to ensure you are as comfortable with your surroundings and our staff as possible.

At the end of the consultation you will be presented with information regarding next steps and you can choose to make your surgery appointment or call back after you’ve had a change to properly review your calendar and pick the ideal time for you and your family.

What to Expect During Recovery

Your first post-op checkup will be scheduled before you leave the office. After surgery there is no paperwork to worry about so your main focus will be on recovery. The caregiver you have chosen (typically a spouse, family member, coworker or friend) must be present on surgery day to drive you home.

While you spend an hour in the recovery room, your caregiver will be receiving important instructions on how to provide care until your first follow-up appointment. You may go home after being released from the recovery room. Your first checkup will take place a week after the operation.

Throughout the recovery process you will have multiple post-operative checkups. These appointments are important and can help you understand when you can return to work as well as other activities that make up your daily routine, like exercising, lifting and walking the dog.

Step One: Schedule the Consultation

The first step is to schedule a consultation. It’s easy, and it’s free. We invite you to contact our us at Accent On You today. Dr. Nakamura is one of the only board certified plastic surgeons in Dallas Fort Worth and we proudly service the Arlington and Dallas Fort Worth areas as well as other surrounding communities.

The reason patients put in so much time and effort into finding a great plastic surgeon is because they have heard plastic surgery horror stories about patients who didn’t. It is important to choose the right surgeon, but it is also wise to do some research in advance of your surgery.

At Accent On You our patients are fully prepared for their surgery via consultations and preliminary paperwork. In our tummy tuck consultations, we always make it clear (1) you will have a scar (2) the recovery will take time and patience and (3) a tummy tuck is not the only option, you may instead qualify for a mini tummy tuck.

#1: You will have a scar.

Although Dr. Y. Anthony Nakamura is an expert at reducing the appearance of a tummy tuck scar, it is important to know that you will have one. We tell our patients that scars are the glue of the body and when the glue hardens you will still be able to see a little bit of the crack (your scar).

#2: It will take time (and patience) to fully recover.

It’s easy to underestimate the amount of recovery time that takes place post-operatively, but post-surgery care is just as much of a commitment as the procedure itself, especially for active patients.

After your surgery there will be some swelling and pain in the abdominal area, but this can be managed with pain medication. The first few days after the surgery may include you requiring assistance to walk, but we do encourage that you are up and moving around the day after to prevent blood clots. Our office will be with you every step of the way to ensure your best possible recovery. We will expect you back in the office for your first checkup after about one week.

#3: A full tummy tuck may not be necessary.

There is an alternative to the full tummy tuck … the mini tummy tuck. In your initial consultation with Dr. Nakamura we will discuss whether a tummy tuck or a mini tummy tuck is the ideal procedure for you.

A mini tummy tuck is a procedure that focuses on the lower part of the abdomen rather than the entire abdomen. Less surgery and reduced recovery time are two of the biggest benefits of this alternative.

Learn More about Tummy Tuck Surgery

If you are interested in learning more about a tummy tuck or mini tummy tuck, schedule your consultation with our office today. Dr. Y. Anthony Nakamura is one of the only board certified plastic surgeons in Dallas Fort Worth. Our office serves the Arlington and Dallas Fort Worth communities.

There is no shortage of plastic surgeons. In your search to find a doctor to achieve your cosmetic goals, it is critical to understand that not every doctor is equally qualified. Before you choose a plastic surgeon ask them these questions to help better understand their philosophy, approach and credentials.

#1: What are your certifications?

“What are your certifications” should be the first question you ask any surgeon or doctor. Here at Accent On You, we can proudly say that Dr. Y. Anthony Nakamura is considered an expert in his field. Dr. Nakamura is one of the only board-certified plastic surgeons in the Dallas Fort Worth area, which means he has completed extensive education and training beyond medical school.

• Read more about Nakamura’s credentials.

#2: How Long Have You Been Practicing?

A new plastic surgeon may not have the same broad experience of a veteran plastic surgeon. In addition, a plastic surgeon right out of medical school may be distracted by the business components of starting a new practice, causing patient satisfaction to suffer.

Accent On You is an established plastic surgery and medical spa facility and Dr. Nakamura has more than 25 years of plastic surgery experience. He has perfected his craft, allowing patients to be confident in his capabilities and expertise.

• Read more about Accent On You, the leading plastic surgery practice in the Dallas Fort Worth area.

#3: May I see examples of your past work?

Before and after pictures play an important role in choosing a surgeon. The images are the only opportunity you have to evaluate the results of the surgeon. One of our main goals at Accent On You is making sure our patients are happy and confident with the way they look. We are proud of our past work and feature a detailed and before and after gallery that shows patients the transformative work we do here at Accent On You.

• View our before and after gallery of past patients.

Schedule a Consultation with Plastic Surgery Expert, Dr. Nakamura

We invite you to come experience the difference at Accent On You by scheduling a consultation with Dr. Nakamura. Our office is conveniently located in Arlington, Texas and we serve residents throughout the Dallas Fort Worth area.

Our skin is often the first thing people notice about us, so keeping it healthy and revitalized is often one of the most important steps to making a good first impression. While most people believe that this might be a difficult endeavor, there are actually quite a few easy steps to take to improve the quality of your skin, in addition to regular cosmetic treatments.

#1: Drink More Water

Staying hydrated is absolutely imperative to maintaining healthy skin. We at Accent On You stress the importance of hydration. Our skin cells are partially made up of water and keeping them hydrated prevents them from drying out and causing wrinkles. In addition, when we are properly hydrated our body works more effectively to flush out any toxins the cells might be storing.

If you struggle with the boring taste of water, consider adding some lemon to the mix. In addition to creating a tastier beverage, lemon helps the body shed toxins and maintain stable pH levels.

#2: Exercise Daily

Of course, exercise is good for the muscles and body toning, but it can actually be good for the skin too. The increase in activity allows the body to sweat out any toxins that may have been building up in the skin.

Muscular movement also increases the body’s blood flow. Our skin cells rely on healthy circulation to keep them nourished and vitalized by providing them with oxygen and nutrients that are necessary to function properly.

Exercise also helps us reduce our stress levels, which we all know can contribute to random breakouts. Whether you’re going to a yoga class, taking a walk around the neighborhood or lifting weights at the gym, be mindful of being active at least once a day.

#3: Keep Your Clothing and Sheets Clean

The benefits of this step may not seem so obvious at first, but rest assured they are real. A gross amount of dirt, microscopic bugs and oil gather on our sheets when we sleep. Your pillowcase can get especially dirty, which is why regularly washing sheets, blankets, pillowcases and clothing like jackets, hats and sweaters are so important. If you’ve been experiencing unruly skin try increasing the frequency of your bedsheet washes. We bet you’ll see a difference.

#4: Moisturize, Moisturize, Moisturize!

This final step is just as important as the rest. Moisture is to skin as water is to cells. Keeping your skin moisturized can prevent wrinkles that are often caused by skin that has been dried out, but it can also prevent the body’s need to produce acne inducing oils.

Get Your Skin on Track

Dr. Y. Anthony Nakamura is one of the only board certified plastic surgeons in Dallas Fort Worth. Accent On You offers a variety of cosmetic procedures that can help get your skin achieve a blemish-free appearance. Learn more by contacting our expert team today.

The beginning of the year is the perfect time to renew several goals in your life, and we believe your skin should be one of them. A chemical peel is an ideal treatment for patients looking to revitalize their skin by reducing pesky blemishes and the appearance of sun damage.

There are different kinds of chemical peels, and each offers different benefits. A standard chemical peel can include the use of glycolic acid, lactic acid, TCA (trichloroacetic acid), or salicylic acid. These specific chemicals treat the skin on the face and neck for blemishes and sun damage. The goal of a chemical peel is to stimulate collagen and brighten dull skin.

TCA Peel Benefits

TCA peels target sun damage and is the ideal treatment for the patient interested in reducing age spots, or fine lines. The TCA peel is a deeper peel that has a recovery period of approximately seven to 10 days.

• Reduction in brown spots / age spots
• Revitalizes sun damaged skin
• Leaves skin refreshed and healthy looking

SkinCeuticals® MicroPeel Benefits

The MicroPeel reduces common signs of aging, including fine lines and wrinkles. We use the MicroPeel to restore “glow” to the skin.

• Reduces fine lines and wrinkles
• Restores “glowing” skin
• Minimizes skin imprefections

SkinCeuticals® MicroPeel Plus Benefits

The MicroPeel Plus is a go-to peel for acne-prone patients. The popular formula of chemical exfoliation with salicylic acid helps reduce and prevent breakouts that could leave the skin otherwise scarred.

• Prevents breakouts
• Reduces current signs of acne
• Prevents acne scars

MicroPeel with Cryogenic Therapy Benefits

MicroPeels can also be paired with cryogenic therapy, which involves the medical use of low temperatures. You may have also heard of this as cold therapy. We recommend the MicroPeel with cryogenic therapy before a big event as it leaves the skin looking refreshed and revitalized.

• Leaves skin refreshed and overall healthier looking
• Prevents blemishes

Schedule a Chemical Peel Appointment Today

To learn more about what chemical peel is right for you, contact our office to schedule a complimentary consultation. Dr. Y. Anthony Nakamura is one of the only board certified plastic surgeons in Dallas Fort Worth. Accent On You serves residents of Arlington, Dallas Fort Worth, and those in surrounding communities.