Look Better and Keep Your Competitive Edge with Male Plastic Surgery

If your looks are starting to hold you back, and you want to look as robust as the younger guys at work, it might be time to consider male plastic surgery. Marbella men have been visiting our Plastic/Reconstructive surgeon Dr. Christoffer Ingves in our Marbella consultation rooms in much greater numbers in recent times to quickly regain the look they had when they were younger. There are male plastic surgery procedures that can:


• Diminish love handles

• Give you a younger appearance

• Relax frown lines

• Make you more attractive

Although society has often been kinder to men than to women as they show the signs of aging, there is no denying that “There's a big difference between looking rugged and looking haggard”. If you want to improve your looks without spending countless hours in the gym day after day or simply want to look as young as you feel, male plastic surgery could be the answer for you. And you definitely won't be alone – more men than ever are contacting plastic surgeons to assist them with their specific problems and to help boost their confidence, give them that competitive edge and lift their self esteem to a new level.

"Lunchtime" male plastic surgery procedures such as Botox, Juvéderm, Radiesse, Sculptra and laser hair reduction are the most common because there is no downtime - you can go right back to work afterwards. Non-surgical procedures for men increased by an enormous amount worldwide a huge 750% between 1997 and 2006. Dr. Ingves also offers more involved types of male plastic surgery. Marbella male patients can count on discretion and privacy for treatments such as liposuction, neck lifts, eyelid surgery, nose reshaping, male breast reduction and minimally invasive mid face and brow lifts.

If you are considering male plastic surgery, contact us today to schedule your free consultation. Dr Ingves will meet with you and evaluate your goals to determine the best course of action in your specific case.

Our office hours are 10.00am until 7.00pm: Office number 951964027, Mobile:663511706 or e-mail: info@marbellamedicalgroup.com

Ultratine and Endotine Midface, Forehead and Brow lifts

Marbella Medical Group is pleased to announce the introduction of an American product called ENDOTINE® and ULTRATINE® they are bio-absorbable fixation devices that simplify facelift procedures and provide the surgeon with greater confidence, thanks to its unique multi-point fixation technology through its “tines”.

With minimally invasive surgery, these devices are easily inserted into the appropriate facial anatomy, after which the “lift” is positioned appropriately and the tissues allowed to heal.

After a few weeks, the devices are fully re-absorbed, providing patients with a more comfortable, longer lasting face, brow or forehead lift. ENDOTINE® is available in various variants for forehead, midface and brow lift. The ENDOTINE® RIBBON is also available for lower (for sagging jaw lines) and midface lift.

ULTRATINE® on the other hand is available only for the forehead procedure. It has additional advantages of less palpability and faster re-absorption.

Our resident Plastic Surgeon Mr Christoffer Ingves is at the forefront of all of the latest techniques and products from the United States which means that we are able to offer our clients new and less invasive methods of surgery using these latest technologies.

HOW DOES THE MIDFACE AGE?

The midface is an essential component of an attractive face. With the aging process, the fatty tissue that normally drapes over the cheekbones can begin to sag with gravity. The result is less prominent cheekbones, and a droopy fold of skin and fat between the nose and the cheek (the nasolabial fold). The sagging cheek fat can also alter the appearance of the lower cheek.

For example, bagginess of the lower eyelids often becomes more apparent after the fat of the upper cheek begins to sag. This in essence 'unveils' the bagginess of the lower lids, which have always been there. In addition to sagging of the skin and fat of the midface, there is also volume loss from the cheek with aging, due to loss of cheek fat and muscle.

ENDOTINE MIDFACE SUSPENSION

This technique involves use of an absorbable implanted device that aids in maintaining the position of the tissues after a cheek and midface lift. The device is typically used with the subperiosteal midface lift. The main advantage of the Endotine midface lift over other midface and cheek lift techniques is that it provides a more effective method of holding up the lifted tissues compared to traditional sutures.

A cheek or midface lift procedure may be performed either alone or in combination with other procedures e.g. neck lift, endoscopic brow lift or blepharoplasty.

Botox Neck Lift or Nefertiti Neck lift

The advancements in medical aesthetics are developing at a rapid pace and at Marbella Group Medical, our highly skilled doctors offer a treatment called the Nefertiti Neck Lift, which is one of the most progressive combination treatments available today providing results that are both natural and long lasting.

The Inspiration


The treatment was inspired by the elegant swan-like neck of the Egyptian Queen Nefertiti who has long been considered to be one of the most representative figures of beauty in history.

The Treatment

The Nefertiti Neck Lift is botox injections used to prevent the muscles in the lower face and neck dragging the lower face down. It can help lift the corners of the mouth and the lower side of the face plus help combat sagging and the formation of jowls.

As we age, our skin loses elasticity and gravity beings to pull our face muscles down. To help minimise this, the Botox Nefertiti Neck Lift provides a unique method in relaxing the straining underlying muscles by administering carefully selected Botox injections along specific points of the lower jaw line. This results in an upward movement of the skin to minimise sagging jowls and leave a more defined bone structure, neck and facial contour. Injections into the vertical bands of the neck further reduces the downward pull on the jowl area and side of the face and produces a much smoother appearance to the neck.


Combination Treatments


Combining the Nefertiti Neck Lift with a next generation dermal filler, such as Juvederm ULTRA or Restylane, completes the rejuvenation of the lower half of the face by restoring cheek volume re- establishing the jaw line or replenishing the natural fullness of nose to mouth lines and depressions at the corners of the mouth.


Restylane and Juvederm Ultra are based on hylauronic acid, a substance which occurs naturally in the body, which means it not only fills wrinkle but also attracts moisture to the skin and assists in natural collagen development replacing something that the skin has lost over time. Improving the skin’s resilience, elasticity and smoothness Juvederm ULTRA and Restylane have proven to be complimentary to other anti-wrinkle procedures.

The Marbella Couture Breast Augmentation

MarbellaMedical Group a renowned Marbella plastic surgery company has developed an approach to customize breast augmentation so the overall result both matches a woman's body and creates the best form for wearing fashionable clothing. The procedure is called the Marbella Couture Breast Augmentation.

Breast augmentation is more popular than ever, and is now the most common plastic surgery procedure nationally. Breast augmentation surgery has the potential to greatly improve self-image and quality of life. Women who are self-conscious about small or overly asymmetric breasts usually find the procedure extremely gratifying. The same is true for women who lost breast volume following pregnancy.

Breast augmentation by its very nature can be especially challenging for the surgeon. "The three dimensional nature of breasts, combined with the need to change their position and shape in addition to size, makes all breast surgery a complex undertaking.”

Women seek breast augmentation for a variety of reasons,   in essence they want to enrich their self-esteem - and this goes beyond simply how they look. "We find that people coming for breast augmentation are seeking to improve not only their appearance but their overall lifestyle. They want to look and feel better, they want to wear elegant clothes which might have intimidated them in the past because they lacked cleavage and volume.”

To meet our patient's goals Marbella Medical Groups director herself an Image and style consultant together with our highly qualified surgeons have worked extensively with boutique managers and fashion houses to better understand the breast and body shapes that best fit into fashionable clothing. In each breast implant procedure, we not only address breast size, but also their shape and position. This way, the new breasts match the body to create a harmonious and flattering overall shape which is what most women are looking for.

To accomplish this, the Marbella Couture Breast Augmentation customizes breast augmentation to an unusual degree. Based on a woman's goals, body type, and his knowledge of fashion, our surgeons might recommend different sizes, shapes, and profiles. Rather than maintaining a fixed preference for placing standard round implants either above or below the muscle, Marbella Medical Group and its surgeons customize the approach to every woman’s specific needs.  Our surgeons also use various incision sites depending on the patient’s individual preference.

"Our goal is for the Marbella Couture Breast Augmentation to create the size and shape that will allow women to look good, feel comfortable, and create the widest options for wearing all types of fashionable clothing. The Marbella Couture Breast Augmentation works to go beyond simply increasing the size of a woman's breasts.

Call us today for further information or your free consultation on +34 951 964027 or +34 663511706 e-mail info@marbellamedicalgroup.com

Newest Trend in Cosmetic Surgery “ Bridal Plastic Surgery”

On her wedding day a bride must look her absolute best and her most radiant.  In this age of Plastic Surgery and Aesthetic medicine the bride and her bridal party are using the skills of their plastic surgeons to enhance their beauty in time for the big day!!

Look picture perfect and feel beautifully radiant on your special day with pre-wedding cosmetic plastic surgery and injectable treatments by Marbella Medical Group and our expert team, we can rejuvenate your skin, enhance your lips or contour your body and provide you with top make up artists and hairdressers on your special day. For our special bridal offers call us for a free consultation bring your mother or a best friend too!

Take your walk down the aisle with glowing beauty and confidence. Find out about pre-wedding cosmetic plastic surgery procedures and treatments provided by Marbella Medical Group and our team of experts. To find out more or to book your free consultation just call us on 951964027 or e-mail us at info@marbellamedicalgroup.com.

New and exclusive hair loss treatment now available from Marbella Medical Group

Here at Marbella Medical Group we believe that the MHT hair loss treatment for men provides the ideal solution for men worldwide who are suffering from hair loss. Of the solutions available today, none are as immediate, permanent, realistic, hassle-free, non-invasive and cost-effective as the globally recognised MHT hair loss treatment for men.  You may have already had some form of hair loss treatment and remain dissatisfied with the results. For example, many of our clients approach us as they’re unhappy with a hair system or wig and want to remove it.  Perhaps you’ve had hair transplant surgery and there was insufficient donor hair to cover the required area, or you’ve been left with scarring that you would prefer to be camouflaged. Maybe you’ve been taking medication and have been experiencing unacceptable side-effects.

How can the MHT™ hair loss treatment for men technique be applied?

MHT™ can be used effectively to treat all types of hair loss in men, including thinning hair, lost hairlines and lost sideburns or side profiles. The technique is applied differently depending on your circumstances and preference. The most common MHT applications are detailed below:

Receding hair

MHT is an ideal solution for those experiencing natural hair loss. Usually caused by a condition called Male Pattern Baldness, the ‘horseshoe’ effect is common where the hairline is pushed backwards, particularly on each side of the frontal hairline. MHT enables the hairline to be redefined, resulting in a natural, more youthful appearance.

Balding of the crown

Another common form of Male Pattern Baldness is where hair loss is most prevalent on the top of the head towards the crown. Of all the many forms of hair loss in men, a balding crown is arguably the one that has the most significant effect on a persons perceived age. Again, MHT offers the ideal solution by making the hair on the head appear more evenly distributed, camouflaging baldness and producing a new, younger looking style.

Complete hair loss

The onset of hair loss in men often happens very quickly indeed, or in other cases can take years to affect the entire scalp. We regularly treat clients who have no hair left at all, and it is in such cases that our clients notice the most dramatic difference not only to their appearance, but also their confidence and self-esteem. By not having any existing hair, these clients have a wide variety of options available to create exactly the appearance they want to achieve.

Hair loss caused by alopecia

Alopecia can indiscriminately affect any area of the scalp, often in several areas of varying sizes and severity. The onset of hair loss is often sudden, random and frequently recurrent. Prior to MHT™ there was no real alopecia treatment available. It is important to note that alopecia is not detrimental to a persons health, however it can have a significant impact on their confidence.

Camouflaging scars

We treat many clients who wish to cover scars, most commonly following a hair transplant procedure. Such procedures often leave scarring, therefore we offer MHT to clients following surgery either retrospectively, or as a planned compliment once the surgery is complete and the scars have had the opportunity to heal.

For further information or to book your free consultation please call us on +34 951 964 027 or e-mail us at info@marbellamedicalgroup.com

Freshen up your Face for Spring with Marbella Medical

It is certainly true that as we age injectables when in the hands of an expert will assist in making the face look younger, fresher and more lifted.

It is very important that injectable procedures are carried out by a highly qualified professional to enable you the patient to gain the very best result possible.  These products in the hands of unqualified and poorly trained personnel can produce horrific and sometimes long lasting results.

The Marbella Medical Group has as part of it’s team an injectables expert from Denmark Dr. Christoffer Ingves,  is in his own right a highly qualified Plastic and Reconstructive surgeon in Denmark and here in Spain and is a top trainer for Q Med throughout Scandinavia (the company that produces Restylane), his expertise with injectables is unequalled and he is totally exclusive to The Marbella Medical Group.

One of the best examples of injectables work performed extremely well is Jennifer Lopez, several procedures have enhanced her face which looks better than ever and totally natural.

An American Plastic Surgeon commented recently: “She’s has had some Botox to elevate her eyebrows, probably Juvederm or Restalyne injected to plump the lips, and possibly had Radiesse injected in the cheeks to make them plumper.” He definitely thinks she looks great, though. “It looks natural, she doesn’t look overdone. She’s just restoring volume lost over age. She looks great. She’s gotten better with age.”

To secure your appointment please call us on 951 964027 or e-mail info@marbellamedicalgroup.com.

Next available consultation dates are: 18th April 2011 (almost fully booked) and 28th April 2011.

Considerations before undertaking your next Anti-Wrinkle Treatment

The cosmetic treatment known as Botox Injection or anti-wrinkle treatment has over the last few years become one of the most popular anti-aging treatments available. This non-invasive cosmetic procedure has grown so popular because of its quick results and the low instance of Botox risks.


Between 2002 and 2003 (in Europe) the number of people having this procedure increased by 158 percent. Over 2.6 million women and 333,000 men underwent Botox procedures in 2003 alone and the number of patients undertaking this procedure is increasing year by year.


As with any medical treatment, there are some possible side effects to Botox. Fortunately not everyone who uses Botox Injections will experience any side effects. In almost all cases most people do not experience any kind of side effects what so ever.


Botox Injection procedures are considered medical techniques that should be carried out in a controlled medical environment, and administered by a qualified and experienced medical professional. Especially in Spain, this medical procedure is thought of much like going to the hairdressers or having a facial treatment with your local beautician. There are many hair and beauty salons that offer their clients treatments in a completely unlicensed environment, almost always administered by unlicensed practitioners.


Here in Spain (like most of the E.E.C) it is illegal to inject any form of Botox or Dermal Fillers, unless it is administered by a fully qualified medical specialist or who is licensed with the Spanish College of Doctors.


The ethos of Marbella Medical Group is to provide our patients with a quality service at an affordable price using Qualified Injectable Specialists in an environment that is fully licensed for medical procedures and treatments. All of our Specialist Team is licensed with the Spanish College of Doctors.


Providing our clients with this excellent service at an affordable price is also important for us. For further information regarding injectable treatments and a list of all of our Cosmetic Surgery procedures visit our website at www.marbellamedicalgroup.com, e-mail us at info@marbellamedicalgroup.com or call and reserve your appointment on 951964027.

High Technology Hair Replacement Treatments Now Available In Spain



The Max Hair Treatment

Hair Transplantation is becoming more accessible to clients today in Marbella, and across the Costa del Sol. Technologies such as FUT (Follicular Unit Transfer), and FUE (Follicular Unit Extraction) have been introduced as a method of rejuvenating hair coverage for both men and women.
By combining these technologies thru The Max Hair Transplant, it is now possible to address hair density over larger areas in a single visit. This is something that was not possible in the past.  Our specialists have developed this new and revolutionary technique by listening to clients needs and requirements.

This procedure is carried out over two or three treatment days, and involves the most experienced hair restoration surgeons.


Benefits

• More hair can be transplanted than ever before.  With any other technique currently available today, only relatively small areas can be covered.
• Results look and feel natural, and is undetectable to the naked eye.
• Safe and Effective procedure with guaranteed results.

Marbella Medical Group is pleased to be able to offer this revolutionary treatment in 2011, to compliment our range of Surgical, Obesity Treatments, Dental and Non-Surgical treatments currently being offered.

Every patient is assessed by one of our expert team of Hair Restoration Surgeons, and is guided to their required procedure, to correct their particular case.

Any questions please feel free to contact me for more information.

Non-Invasive Cosmetic Surgery

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Non-Invasive Cosmetic Improvement Without Surgery

Any surgical procedure involves risks and complications. Plastic and cosmetic surgery is no different. So, is it possible to get the results of plastic surgery without the surgery part? Luckily, you can! Your plastic surgeon can offer you several easy, non-invasive methods that provide the dramatic results of a facelift without the inconvenience and dangers of actual surgery. Here are some non-invasive options to consider:


ThermaCool Facelift: If you're bothered by sagging, loose skin, a ThermaCool lift may be an option. Completely non-invasive, the ThermaCool system uses radiofrequency to lift cheeks, face and brow areas with only topical anesthetic and no lengthy surgical process. The radio waves emitted by the ThermaCool machine tighten facial muscles and promote new collagen growth for added spring and firmness to skin. The ThermaCool process is FDA approved and has been proven to visibly improve crows-feet, wrinkles and fine lines. Best of all, the procedure can be done in your plastic surgeon's chair without stress or recovery time.


Laser Skin Resurfacing

Another option for those who would prefer to avoid invasive plastic surgery techniques is laser skin resurfacing, which uses a carbon dioxide laser to remove layer by layer of wrinkled or sagging skin. The procedure can take place in your surgeon's office, a hospital or outpatient center, and can be as short as five minutes. The procedure requires local anesthesia and can leave skin tender and sun-sensitive for several months. Results include reduced fine lines around the eyes and mouth, and are comparable to a chemical peel or microdermabrasion.


ThreadLift: Concerned about the effects of gravity – and the resulting drooping in jowls, cheeks and brow?

The non-surgical ThreadLift procedure may be for you. The non-invasive technique uses sutures and surgical threads to sculpt and lift droopy areas. Threads run beneath the skin and are inserted under local anesthesia. The threads and sutures cannot be seen or felt, and results last for three to five years. In addition, recipients of the ThreadLift can return to their plastic surgeon for adjustments and “tune-ups” for continued lift.

The procedure takes about an hour and, though at risk for bruising or swelling, the face returns to normal in a few days.

If you’re not convinced that the above methods are preferable to a full facelift procedure, think about the benefits. Non-surgical facelifts are significantly less expensive than surgical procedures, which can run over €8000.00. And time is money – you’re much more likely to quickly return to work and play with the minimal bruising and tenderness of a non-surgical procedure than with a traditional facelift. In addition, laser and radio techniques can even out the texture, pigmentation, and elasticity of skin – an added perk that will pay for itself.

Still not sure? Rest assured – there are several procedures available, such as Botox and Sculptra TM, that bring facelift like results with a simple injection, and every passing year brings new options in the realm of non-invasive facelift procedures. Interested? Ask your plastic surgeon for more information – and get ready to smile over your newly firm, smooth, youthful skin