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Procedures for Men Patients
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| This 59-year old patient from Sacramento, California was interested in pectoral implants for several years. The patient researched for a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon who is experienced in pectoral implant surgery, and after seeing many excellent before and after pictures of the surgery, the patient contacted Dr. Pousti via phone and e-mail for a consultation, he knew, he wanted Dr. Pousti to perform his surgery.
After several phone and e-mail consultations, the patient decided to fly into San Diego to meet with Dr. Pousti in person.
During his consultation, the patient brought in pictures of what he would like to achieve and explained in detail that he wanted the appearance of a more developed pectoral muscle, while still looking as natural as possible. Dr. Pousti discussed the surgery in detail with the patient; measurements were taken at the time, then pectoral implants were selected, the patient decided to proceed with surgery.
The pectoral implant placements were marked in detail according to the planned procedure.
Pectoral 4 Aiache, size 3, textured silicone implants were placed submuscularly.
The body typically produces fluid after pec implant surgery; one drain is placed to prevent fluid build-up and typically after 2 weeks the drain is removed.
Immediately after surgery, you can see the “new” projection of the chest.
The patient is now 1-weeks post-op surgery and is now back in Sacramento, he is very happy with the results of his surgery and will be following up via e-mail and phone with Dr. Pousti.
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| This 54-year old patient from Palm Springs, California was interest in pectoral implants for several years.
Even with constant intense weight lifting and workout, the patient was unable to build up his pectoral muscles, he was unhappy with the appearance of his chest.
The patient researched for a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon that is experienced in pec implant surgery and found Dr. Pousti on the Internet after reading excellent reviews and testimonials.
During his consultation, measurments were made, size, texture and were discussed in detail. After reviewing the risk and complications, the patient decided to proceed with surgery.
Markings were made prior to surgery for the planned procedure.
Dr. Pousti demonstrates, how pectoral implants can improve chest appearance, while still looking natural to the body proportions.
In order to achieve the patient desired look, Pectoral 4 (Aiache) in size 3 made by Spectrum Design Incorporated were used.
The patient is now 18-months post-op surgery and is extremely happy with his results.
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| This 25-year-old patient from Washington D.C. was unhappy with the appearance of his chest, and was interested in pectoral implants.
After an extensive search for a well-qualified surgeon who has experience in pectoral implant surgery, the patient found Dr. Pousti on the Internet.
During his visit with Dr. Pousti in San Diego, the patient explained in detail, even with concentrated workout routines, the patient was unable to build up his pectoralis muscles and was interested in the surgical procedure for several years. After reviewing the risk and complications of surgery, the patient decided to proceed.
Due to the patient’s chest cavity, an additional implant was used, in order to achieve the best cosmetic result possible.
Incision made near the axilla (armpit), which is easily hidden.
Immediately after surgery.
The patient is 4-weeks post-op surgery. He is very pleased with his results.
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| This 52-year-old patient from Long Beach, California, (Los Angeles County) has been interested in pec implants for many years.
This patient is very fit and muscular, the patient expressed in detail, as much as he exercised, he was unable to developed high projecting pectoral muscles as he desired.
The patient found Dr. Pousti after extensive research on the Internet for a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon and decided to meet with Dr. Pousti in La Jolla, California to discuss the procedure in detail. During his consultation, the felt very comfortable and confident with Dr. Pousti’s experience with pectoral implant augmentation and knew that he was the best surgeon for him.
Measurements were made in detail according to the planned procdure.
Incision made near the axilla for implant access, which is well hidden.
Dr. Pousti demonstrates how pec implants can create chest fullness for a desirable shape.
The patient is 2-months post-op surgery and is very pleased with the results.
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| This 21-year old patient from San Marcos, California (North San Diego County) came in to meet Dr. Pousti because he was VERY UNCOMFORTABLE with the appearance of his chest wall.
He had the Nuss Procedure when he was younger but was unhappy with the cosmetic result of his surgery. The Nuss Procedure is performed for medical necessity. Children with moderate to severe defects often experience shortness of breath, exercise intolerance and chest pain. These are the results of compression and displacement of the heart and secondary lung compression.
He and his mom found Dr. Pousti on the Internet when they searched “custom pectoralis implant”. They had seen that Dr. Pousti is a double board certified Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon with a lot of experience with pec implants, pectus excavatum and chest wall reconstruction. Pectus excavatum, also known as funnel chest, the sternum (breastbone) is depressed relative to the rest of the chest wall. After meeting Dr. Pousti at his San Diego office, and discussing the procedure in detail, the patient wanted to proceed with surgery.
Dr. Pousti marked the depressed areas
A moulage was made as a guide for the custom silicone implant.
Markings were made in detail for the planned procedure.
The severity of the patient’s chest depression is shown.
The incision from his previous “Nuss procedure” was used, in order to avoid creating additional scars.
Custom silicone implant
The implant is prepared for placement.
Immediately after surgery.
The depression of the right chest is filled and symmetric.
The patient is now 2-weeks post-op surgery.
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Posted in Chest Wall Reconstruction, Correction of Chest Wall Deformity, Custom Pectoralis Implant, Pectus Excavatum, Procedures for Men
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| This is a 47-year-old from Newark, California (Alameda County) was unhappy with the appearance of his chest wall. The patient was born with congenital chest wall deformity, and was interested in pectus excavatum surgery for several years.
After extensive research, the patient found Dr. Pousti on the Internet. After seeing many patients on his website who he has helped with the same complexity, the patient knew that Dr. Pousti was the best surgeon for him and decided to fly in for surgery.
Detailed markings of the chest depression was made, and a moulage was prepared for a custom silicone implant, to correct his chest wall deformity.
Markings were reinforced prior to surgery.
Dr. Pousti demonstrates the extent of the chest depression.
The deep subcutaneous layer (overlying skin) was carefully separated from sternum, in order to make space for the implant.
Custom silicone implant
Dr. Pousti prepares the patient for custom implant placement.
Before
Immediately after surgery.
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| This 34 year old patient from San Diego, California was interested in liposuction of the flank (lower back/’love handles’) and midsection area. The patient found Dr. Pousti online while searching for a board certified plastic surgeon and was impressed with his credentials as well as his experience with male body contouring.
Although this patient had a strict military work out routine and had healthy eating habits he still had stubborn fat in his back and abdomen area. To give this patient his desired look Dr. Pousti performed liposuction on his abdomen, flanks and back.
The liposuction procedure takes anywhere from 1-2 hours depending on the complexity of the patients case. The incision are very minimal, generally measuring about a quarter of an inch. Recovery time ranges from patient to patient but most of our patient can return to work after 3-6 days and are able to return to their normal activities in about 3-6 weeks.
This patient is extremely happy with his results.
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| This 46-year old patient from Fallbrook, California was interested in eyelid surgery (blepharoplasty).
He was unhappy with the puffy look under his eyes and wanted to improve his facial appearance. The patient did some extensive research for a board certified plastic surgeon and after coming across Dr. Pousti’s website and reading his testimonials, the patient wanted Dr. Pousti to perform his surgery.
Dr. Pousti performed markings prior to surgery, and mapped the planned procedure in detail.
Dr. Pousti takes his time to carefully remove excess lower eye tissue , and also achieve as much symmetry as possible.
Tissue removed from both lower eyelid.
The patient is now 6-weeks post-op surgery an is very happy with his results.
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