Common Plastic Surgery Patient Questions, Part 1
Have questions about plastic surgery? See what questions most patients have for Dr. DeMars during their first consultation. (And look out for Common Plastic Surgery Questions Part 2!) 1.) Are your surgeries done as an outpatient? Yes, we do almost all of our procedures as an outpatient. On the average a patient is ready to
Can I Get Liposuction? What Makes an Ideal Candidate
Realistic Weight Loss Expectations with Liposuction A common misconception about liposuction is that it is used for weight loss. Although it will help a person lose weight, the main goal of liposuction is to remove excessive fat in problem areas and help re-sculpt the body. Consequently, an ideal candidate for the procedure is someone who
Will I have a scar from my plastic surgery?
Any plastic surgery procedure may result in slight scarring. However, good plastic surgeons study and train for years to achieve the best techniques intended to minimize or hide scars. Often times, the surgeon will create incisions on areas that are in natural creases, such as under the breast, under hair, or inside the armpit. For
How can I avoid getting a pulled up look from a face lift?
A facelift should give you a rested youthful look, not a tight look. There are so many different ways to do a face lift, some giving the soft youthful rested look you should have and others a “surgical” look. A skilled surgeon will analyze with you the aging changes that are happening and what options
How Do I Choose the Right Breast Implant Size?
Picking the right breast implant is always a concern for patients. But remember this is the first time you have been faced with the decision. Dr. DeMars makes these decisions several times a week and has done so for 25 years. After you discuss your breast augmentation goals, Dr. DeMars will be able to guide
I am concerned about scars from a Tummy Tuck
There are various ways to do a tummy tuck in Portland, the most common is a low scar in the pubic area stretching from hip to hip. You need to realize the scar will migrate up slightly from where the markings are made prior to surgery, so always make it just a little lower than
