Breast Cancer Awareness: A Doctor’s Perspective

As some of you may already know, October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. The sad truth is that our battle with the disease is far from over: every year, more than 40,000 American women die as a result of the disease, and during the course of a lifetime, approximately 12 to 13% of women will be diagnosed with breast cancer. It is an affliction that affects our mothers, sisters, daughters, and partners, and the medical world continues to search for more effective treatments—and hopefully, a cure.

In the meantime, I’d like to take the opportunity to address some myths about the disease. First, your choice of deodorant or antiperspirant simply doesn’t have any bearing on the disease progression, nor do underwire bras or any other kind of clothing. Breast size also doesn’t matter: women with large breasts are as likely to develop breast cancer as women with small breasts. Your consumption of coffee or soda doesn’t matter, either—numerous studies have shown that there’s no link between caffeine and cancer.

As a cosmetic surgeon, many of my patients have asked me about whether breast implants contribute to cancer—the short answer is absolutely not. The long answer is that breast implants are so common in our society today that if there were any breast cancer trends associated with either saline or silicone implants, it would have manifested itself by now. Past that, however, there have been a huge variety of medical studies that have specifically explored possible links between breast implants and breast cancer, and all of them have shown no correlation. In fact, breast implants can often aid detection, as the implant works as a scaffold to the body’s existing breast tissue to make palpation easier!

If you’re interested in truly fighting breast cancer, knowledge is power. Consider that breast cancer often has as high as a 100% cure rate if detected in Stage I, or the initial stages of the cancer—early detection could save the life of you or someone you know! From the age of 20 onwards, women should begin to administer self-exams to check for lumps and undergo a clinical breast exam (CBE) once every two to three years. After the age of 40, yearly mammograms are a must. In most cases, these exams will be covered by your health insurance.

You’ll also want to know your family’s history. Women whose maternal family members developed breast cancer before the age of 50 may be more likely to carry the BRCA1 and BRAC2 genetic mutations, which can increase the lifetime risk of breast cancer to as high as 60%. In these cases, identifying the relative probability of breast cancer and being pro-active about self-examinations and regular medical imaging is absolutely vital.

Besides staying on top of early monitoring, there’s a lot that women can do to lower breast cancer rates. First, stay at a healthy weight, as obese women are 50% more likely to develop breast cancer. Second, limit consumption of alcohol to an average of one drink per day. Third, stay active! Four or more hours of intense exercise each week has been proven to decrease estrogen levels and reduce breast cancer risk by more than 30%. Lastly, eat healthy. Post-menopausal women who ate a diet rich in fruits, whole grains, legumes, olive oil, fish, and vegetables were less likely to be diagnosed with breast cancer.

If you or someone you care about hasn’t scheduled a mammogram so far, there’s no time like the present. Because of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, many imaging centers are offering discounts on their services. In many cases, cash pricing for a mammogram can be as low as $80 throughout the Southern California. And, for those on a tight budget, free or low-cost options may be available. Contact the Susan G. Komen for the Cure’s Breast Care Helpline at 1-800 I’M AWARE (1-800-462-9273) for additional info.

If you have any further questions you may reach Dr. Farzaneh of Farzaneh Cosmetic surgery Inland Empire at (909)590-2299.
Take action now: your health may depend upon it!

Fazraneh Cosmetic Surgery Office is conveniently located at 13768 Roswell Avenue, Suite 222, Chino California 91710.
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“Face Forward” Face and Neck Rejuvenation

One of the most time-honored cosmetic procedures, the face lift can “turn back the clock” on the signs of facial aging to help you attain a more youthful appearance. To begin with, we all age differently. Some may start with hollow cheeks and deep laugh lines; others with drooping brows, jowls or a loose neck. We used to blame it all on gravity, but now we know better. Researchers at UT Southwestern Medical Center discovered that the face is made of multiple compartments (balloons) that deflate and droop at different rates. As we get older we lose bone, fat and collagen. This loss contributes to deflation of the facial

framework and thinning of the skin, leading to hollowness, deep folds and fine wrinkles. Unfortunately, there is a lot more to facial aging . Aging is further confounded by loosening of the musculature, which causes a drooping effect on the face, turning it from an oval to a more square shape. The areas where we notice this most are in the jaw lines (jowls), at the skin folds near the corners of our mouths, and around the neck in what many patients infamously term “turkey neck.”

There are many options available in facial rejuvenation at Farzaneh Cosmetic surgery in Chino / Chino Hills california, serving the Los Angeles counties, Orange County and the Inland Empire .

Chino Chino Hills Liquid Face Lift or more accurately described as re-volumization with facial fillers (especially Radiesse) – addresses the loss of volume in the compartments of the face. While there is no doubt that in younger patients or patients with minor volume loss a liquid facelift may be sufficient, it is important to understand that fillers can’t substitute for a true facelift.

Chino/ Chino Hills Face Lift procedure involves the tightening of the underlying neck platysma muscle and re-suspending the underlying facial tissue to allow for a gentle re-draping (“passive lifting”) of the skin to reverse the laxity and sagging in a natural way. This deeper pull sets the foundation for the skin to simply follow the repositioned, deeper tissue—without looking pulled or stretched.There are several important concepts inherent to this technique. First, the skin at the incision line is under minimal tension, reducing the risk of scar widening, or displacement. Second, this lift gives a more natural and balanced result. Lastly, the lift lasts longer, as it does not rely on pulling the skin (which stretches back easily) for its longevity.

The location of facelift incisions may vary, although typically they are placed along the edge of the ear, in a hidden crease in front and behind the ear, in the hair bearing skin, or some combination of the above. The incisions that are made in an exposed area are closed with a very fine, absorbable suture that can reinforce discretion and invisibility.

Chino/ Chino Hills Neck Lift is a great option for those who are primarily concerned about signs of aging in the neck and the jowls. This procedure eliminates the need for any incisions in front of the ear. It tightens and repositions the neck muscles, eliminates the neck bands and even reduces the jowls.

Chino/ Chino Hills Neck Liposculpture is a great alternative for those with minimal hanging skin who have full necks with ill defined jaw lines. Neck liposculpture not only removes excess fat, but also contours the jaw line and reduces the hanging neck tissue by promoting skin shrinkage, therefore giving a more youthful face. The procedure is essentially scarless and can be performed without the need for general anesthesia

Recovery from Face and Neck Lifts

Recovery times for face lifts at Farzaneh Cosmetic Surgery typically consist of a few days of healing, followed by numbness and tension that  dissipates after a few weeks. Swelling and bruising also begin to subside at the two week mark. A feeling of tightness in the face can last for several weeks. Patients are advised during this time from turning the neck excessively. You’ll need someone to stay with you the first 3-5 days. You will need a driver at least for the first 7 days. Most patients drive in about 7-10 days and return to work in about 1-2 weeks. You may resume exercise in about 4-8 weeks.

Recovery from Neck Liposculpture

There is minimal discomfort after neck liposculpture. Patients are often asked to wear a support band for a week. There are no sutures to remove. Patients can resume light normal activity in 2-3 days after the procedure.

At Farzaneh Cosmetic Surgery in Chino/ Chino Hills we believe that knowledge is power. This article by Dr. Babak Farzaneh provides you with the basic information on facial rejuvenation options. However, it is not a substitute for an in office consultation at Farzaneh Cosmetic Surgery and Medical Spa where you can discuss all the options specific to you.

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Fazraneh Cosmetic Surgery Office is conveniently located at 13768 Roswell Avenue, Suite 222, Chino California 91710.

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