Hooters Ft. Myers Annual Swimsuit Pageant

Hooters of Ft. Myers; Saturday March 20th. Well, it was a struggle, but I got through it! Two hours of feigning interest and delight in a parade of bikinis and smiles... How will I ever find someone to take my place?
The Hooters of Ft. Myers Annual Swimsuit Pageant has come and gone. Five lovely ladies will proceed to the regional event, where they may be chosen to go on and represent south Florida at the National level... and then maybe on to the Miss Hooters International Competition.
Seeing these young ladies up on stage, confident, comfortable, smiling, wearing mostly their tan was a very positive experience. I don't mean that as obvious as it sounds. Let me explain.
Each girl was different from the next. They weren't all 5'10", not all were blonde, not all were D-cup, whether natural or enhanced. Some had booty, some were athletic, some had early 'motherly' changes. It was clear that what they did share between them (besides the amazing balance required for 6 inch heels) was a strength in their own body self-image. It was this confidence, the courage, and comfort it takes to get on a stage, that shines through to the audience. This is the basic beauty they all represented. I applaud them for that, and for sharing it with their fans.

As a plastic surgeon I don't have a personal vendetta against wrinkles, asymmetry, or modest curves. What I am here for is to help anyone who has particular body issue-- that certain something which keeps them from standing up proud, from smiling wide, from having that twinkle in their eye-- and modifying it so that they can do all these very things. I had a mentor who would like to say that "Plastic Surgeons may cut on the skin, but they operate on the Soul".
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Hooters Annual Swimsuit Pageant

The Ft. Myers' Hooters Restaurant has invited me to be a Judge for the Annual Hooters Swimsuit Pageant. It's a tough job, but someone's got to....

Quite an honor indeed!
Considering how far many of our local young ladies have risen in the ranks of Hooters' national and international contests, not to mention their national Hooters Calendar, and television show- "Hooters Dream Girl" contest - it is quite exciting to be at the start of it all at this local 'home-grown' event.

I have been so impressed (this will be my third or fourth honorary judicial appointment) with all the girls who compete- it's just a wonder (and a wonderful thing) that they have the nerve to share their beauty with the rest of the world. The confidence it takes to get up there on stage--that in itself is a beautiful thing. They should all win.
Competition and careers aside- the day's event is quite a hoot (sorry about the pun). Between the live music, food, drink and very colorful crowds, its all quite an experience. I recommend it for anyone who is within driving distance. So, now you know where I'll be on Saturday night from five to ten. Perhaps I'll see you there.

Mini Facelift - Mini Results

I was asked the other day: "A mini-facelift sounds sooo much more appealing; less downtime, faster, less expensive. Why would I want a normal facelift to remove my jowls and wrinkles?"

Well, I'm glad you asked.

Of course a Mini Facelift sounds more appealing. It is faster, cheaper, quicker to recover from, and wait for it.... it is a smaller, less powerful procedure!

Understand this and your confusion will clear: Many "Mini facelifts" are not being advertised by surgeons directly. Most of the current hype and enthusiasm surrounding this mini- technique has been propagated by marketing-oriented businesses. The advertisements are misleading the "consumer" (you are not a  'patient' to them) into thinking that you are comparing apples to apples. This is not so. Because this campaign is lead by a business, you need to keep your "smart-consumer" hat on--and be skeptical, and read the fine print, like any other thing you might consider buying. When you think about it that way it will be obvious to you that it make no sense that you could get the same product for that much less investment.

INSTEAD,  I URGE ALL THOSE CONSIDERING A 'MINI' PROCEDURE to disregard the business trying to sway you, and listen to a fine surgeon whose primary goal is to educate you, and help you. If what you require to get the results you want is an abbreviated version of the classic facelift, then he will tell you so, and your experience will be a bit easier. If the "mini" is not the right choice, then you will be glad you didn't waste the time, money, and risk.

There are no shortcuts:

• Find a surgeon - qualified, experienced, pleasant, and communicative
• Meet with them- be evaluated- listen to their recommendations
• Learn what to expect, the risks, limitations, and downtime involved
• The right decision yes or no should be clear by then.

For Perkier Breasts... a New "Skin Bra"

   Think of the skin of the breast and chest as a bra for your breast tissue.
   Originally your "skin bra" fits snugly. It holds all of your new breast volume in a firm shape, and high position. As the breasts undergo the changes of life: adolescence, weight gains and losses, pregnancies, gravity, and menopause, they stretch and deform the internal and external materials holding their position and shape.
   A Mastopexy, or breast lift, is really just a tailoring procedure. And there are many different techniques. The concept behind all the different approaches to breast tailoring is to remove any unnecessary weight (if any), re-shape and position the breast substance, and tailor the breast skin covering it all. The scar pattern left behind any of these procedures is directly related to how much tailoring needs to be done.
   When the breast need tailoring, or lifting, but can also use a little extra volume, then the first step is to add an implant. This will give you larger cup volume, and add firmness, and definition in the cleavage area and upper pole of the breasts. It also decreases the amount of tailoring that is required, and therefore the extent of the scar pattern.
   The important point here, is that if your breast size and shape is not to your liking, and doesn't fit in well with your lifestyle or personality, then you should visit with a plastic surgeon. I recommend one who is board-certified by the ASPS, and has a lot of experience with breast restoration. They should listen to what your goals are, then help you through the decision making process. The solution should make sense to you, and should deliver a result that appeals.
   Breast lifting is a wonderful procedure which not only helps create a more youthful, prettier breast, but also frees the patient from  the day in-day -out requirements of  heavy breast support, and narrowed clothing choices. That kind of comfort, and freedom, and perkiness is quite empowering indeed!

Easy Beauty Mondays!

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