Breast reduction cosmetic surgery procedure is aimed at creating more proportionate breasts as well as eliminating potential pain and discomfort in the neck, back, and shoulders. Women interested in breast reduction surgery should discuss with the surgeon about the steps involved in the procedure and then decide whether or not to choose this surgery. 

During the pre-operative consultation, the surgeon will explain the steps involved to the patient and help her make an educated decision.

Patients should take this opportunity to voice any concerns or doubts and reduce their pre-surgery anxiety. Stellar and board certified female plastic surgeon Dr. Kristi Hustak provides breast reduction surgery to patients in Houston, Texas, and surrounding locations.

Consultation and Preparation

Before the breast reduction plastic surgery, the surgeon will schedule a detailed consultation with the patient. The patient will have a chance to discuss her personal aesthetic needs and goals, and discuss her medical history to establish candidacy.

The surgeon will also use the consultation opportunity to explain the pre-op guidelines to ensure that the patient is well-prepared for a safe and successful surgery.

Placement of Incisions

Breast reduction surgery uses one of three methods: an anchor incision, a vertical incision, or a scarless incision. The anchor incision technique involves an incision made around the areola, vertically down the breast, and subsequently horizontally along the breast crease.

The vertical incision is made around the areolar border and vertically down the breast for decreased scarring. A scarless incision entails minute incisions made at the breast crease or armpit, and the surplus fat is eliminated through liposuction.

Surgical Reduction

The surgeon will take out the excess fat, tissue, and skin from the lower breasts through the incisions. If the patient has mostly fat tissue in the breasts, only liposuction may be used to decrease the breast size. This provides the benefits of lesser scarring, reduced breast tissue trauma, and minimized risk of complications. But in case of glandular tissue, the traditional tissue excision will have to be performed.

Repositioning the Nipples

The surgeon may reposition the nipples and areolas at a higher level in this procedure. The procedure will include removing the nipple from its present location and grafting it to the desired site. Women with oversized breasts usually required nipple repositioning. The surgeon will inform the patient before the surgery on whether sensation in the nipple will be altered or entirely lost.

Closing the Incisions

The surgeon will use removable or absorbable sutures to close the incisions. The method used for closing the incisions will be discussed with the patient before the surgery. Temporary drain tubes may be placed below the incision sites to collect excess fluid and prevent infection. The breasts will be initially covered with bandages, and later a surgical bra will replace the bandages.

Recovery period is an important part of the breast reduction procedure. The patient will be provided with post-operative care instructions, which she should follow carefully. Perspicacious, cordial, and female cosmetic surgeon Dr. Kristi Hustak receives patients from Houston, Texas and other suburbs and neighborhoods in the prolific state of Texas for breast reduction.

For more information on procedures and treatments provided by board certified female plastic surgeon Dr. Kristi Hustak please call us to schedule a consultation at 713.322.7265 or click here. Offices in Houston, Texas.

Women with oversized and pendulous breasts typically make ideal candidates for breast reduction cosmetic surgery. 

In addition to creating a disproportionate physical appearance, overly large breasts can cause neck pain, limit activities and lifestyle preferences, create discomfort in the shoulder region, cause indents in the area where the bra straps are supported, and lead to breathing problems.

Women who seek breast reduction surgery are typically suffering from a constant burden of heaviness in the chest area due to the large breast size.

After a breast reduction procedure, the patient can get a more proportional body, lasting physical relief, and improved self-confidence. Board certified female plastic surgeon Dr. Kristi Hustak provides breast reduction surgery to patients in Houston, Texas, and surrounding locations.

Characteristics of a Good Candidate

The right candidate for a breast reduction procedure is a woman who is unhappy with the appearance of her oversized and pendulous breasts.

Heavy breasts will make routine activities more challenging and may cause discomfort and pain either occasionally or continually. Many women who choose breast reductions surgery are bothered with the pain and irritation that their large breasts cause them.

In some cases, even though a woman is not bothered too much with the physical discomfort caused by large breasts, she may still want to go ahead with a breast reduction plastic surgery to enhance her self-image, which is a vital benefit of this surgery. Certain women choose this surgery so that their clothes fit better or they don’t feel embarrassed in social settings.

Ideally, breast reduction surgery is advised only for women with mature, fully developed breasts. However, in some exceptional cases, the surgery can be recommended for younger women if the breasts may be causing too much pain and discomfort. The surgery is not suitable for women who intend to breastfeed as it will eliminate many milk ducts that lead to the nipples.

Candidacy for Different Types of Reduction

Women interested in breast reduction surgery should have realistic expectations from the procedure and research the surgical alternatives that they can avail. This knowledge will enable them to discuss their candidacy for a specific breast reduction technique more effectively with the surgeon.

Women with significantly oversized breasts can be good candidates for the conventional anchor pattern breast reduction surgery. Compared to other methods, this technique provides for a large amount of surplus skin and breast tissue to be removed. This technique is also more suited to candidates that have more glandular tissue than fat, such as women with very dense breast tissue, very thin women, and women who have not yet reached menopause.

The vertical incision breast reduction may be more suitable for women with medium to large breasts. This technique may not be advisable for women who require the removal of a large amount of breast tissue and fat. Women who have more fatty breast tissue than glandular tissue can be ideal candidates for the scarless breast reduction surgery as only liposuction may be enough to eliminate the excess volume of fat in the breast.

Experienced female cosmetic surgeon Dr. Kristi Hustak receives patients from Houston, Texas and nearby areas for breast reduction.

For more information on procedures and treatments provided by board certified female plastic surgeon Dr. Kristi Hustak please call us to schedule a consultation at 713.322.7265 or click here. Offices in Houston, Texas.

Although breast reduction cosmetic surgery is a common and safe procedure, it is still a major surgery that warrants some recovery time. Patients who choose to undergo this procedure should be familiar with what to expect during recovery so that they can prepare in advance for the healing phase. 

The surgeon will discuss the recovery aspects with the patient during the initial consultation. Considerate, innovative, and board certified female plastic surgeon Dr. Kristi Hustak provides breast reduction surgery to patients in Houston, Texas, and surrounding locations.

Initial Two Weeks

A certain amount of bruising and swelling can be expected in the early phase of breast reduction plastic surgery recovery. A moisturizer may be applied on the breasts to mitigate itching and dryness, but it should not be used directly on the incision sites. Patients should diligently follow all post-operative instructions from the surgeon to reduce the risk of complications and enable a faster recovery.

For the initial two or three days post the breast reduction procedure, the patient should wear an elastic bandage or a specialized surgical bra over the gauze dressing.

After the gauze and dressing are taken off, the patient will be required to continue wearing the surgical bra for several weeks. Stitches are usually removed within one or two weeks of the surgery

Surgeons advise breast reduction surgery patients to avoid lifting heavy weights or engage in rigorous physical activity for a few weeks post-surgery. A majority of women (depending on their nature of work) can return to their workplace within a period of 10 to 14 days after the surgery. Patients are advised to refrain from sexual activity for a minimum of one to two weeks as sexual arousal can induce swelling around the incisions.

First Few Months

Any contact with the breast area should be cautious and gentle for 4 to 6 weeks after the breast reduction procedure. Patients should know that the breasts can swell and become tender during the first menstrual cycle following the surgery. Additionally, some women may experience occasional pain for the first several months which is more pronounced during menstruation. The surgeon can recommend pain medicines to relieve the symptoms and make the recovery comfortable.

Changes in sensation of the breast skin and nipple are common but temporary side effects of the breast reduction surgery. Some women may experience hypersensitivity in the breast area while others may feel numbness in the breast and nipple for up to one year after the surgery. The changes in sensation may be permanent in some patients.

The breast tissue is substantially disrupted during this surgery, and it may take up to one year before the inflammation is completely resolved.

Scars due to Breast Reduction

Scars caused by the breast reduction surgery can be lumpy and reddish for some time before they subside into thin, white lines. Typically, incisions are placed in discreet places allowing patients to wear low-cut tops and swimwear. The appearance of scars due to breast reduction depends on the method used.

Accomplished and focused female cosmetic surgeon Dr. Kristi Hustak receives patients from Houston, Texas and nearby areas for breast reduction.

For more information on procedures and treatments provided by board certified female plastic surgeon Dr. Kristi Hustak please call us to schedule a consultation at 713.322.7265 or click here. Offices in Houston, Texas.

While breast reduction cosmetic surgery is one of the safer cosmetic procedures, it is still essential that the patient should be aware of the possible risks and complications involved. 

Unfavorable reaction to anesthesia, risks pertaining to infections, asymmetry, and uneven nipple height are some of the potential complications associated with this surgery.

However, the advantages will typically outweigh the risks of breast reduction surgery in a majority of the cases. At the time of the pre-operative consultation, the breast surgeon will explain the safety and risks associated with breast reduction surgery. The primary goal of a dedicated surgeon will be to assist the patient in making an informed choice.

Board certified female plastic surgeon Dr. Kristi Hustak provides breast reduction surgery to patients in Houston, Texas, and surrounding communities.

Breast Asymmetry

After the breast reduction plastic surgery, the breasts may appear asymmetrical in a few cases. This risk can be reduced significantly is the patient selects a skilled and experienced surgeon. The occurrence of asymmetrical breasts can be rectified in a revision surgery later.

Patients should understand that natural breasts are not entirely symmetrical anyway. Minor variations in the look of the breasts are normal, and should not warrant a revision surgery.

Uneven Nipple Height

The size and shape of the breasts will change during a breast reduction surgery and some of the breast skin will be shifted during the procedure. Therefore, the position of the nipple will most likely get altered after the reduction.

In certain cases, the nipple is detached and grafted to a new site on the breast. But even if the nipples stay attached, the breast skin will excised to fit smaller sized breasts. The nipple height can become irregular in both these situations.

Changes in Sensation

Breast reduction surgery can cause a temporary loss of sensation in the incision sites. This risk heightens when the nipple is detached and grafted to another location. In breast reduction procedures that do not involve grafting, the change in sensation is minimal, and usually temporary. Nipple grafting should always be performed by a skilled and experienced surgeon.

Problems Related to Breastfeeding

It may not be possible for a woman to breastfeed after breast reductions surgery. The degree of the risk of breastfeeding impairment will depend on the surgical method used. The anchor pattern breast reduction technique increases the risk of breastfeeding impairment. Many milk ducts are eliminated in this procedure which can make breastfeeding challenging in the future.

Vertical Incision breast reduction method will reduce the chances of breastfeeding impairment. Some part of the nipple remains connected to the milk ducts in this technique. In case the patient has more fatty tissue and less glandular tissue, the surgery can be conducted using liposuction. This method significantly reduces the risk of breastfeeding impairment.

The risk of infection and poor reaction to anesthesia are risks common to any surgery, including breast reduction. Honorable and successful female cosmetic surgeon Dr. Kristi Hustak receives patients from Houston, Texas and other communities and neighborhoods in the outstanding state of Texas for breast reduction surgery and various other procedures.

For more information on procedures and treatments provided by board certified female plastic surgeon Dr. Kristi Hustak please call us to schedule a consultation at 713.322.7265 or click here. Offices in Houston, Texas.

Vaginal tightening is an elective cosmetic surgery procedure to improve the sexual aesthetics of a woman. During the initial consultation for vaginal tightening, the surgeon will discuss all aspects of the procedure, including its estimated costs. The first goal of any good surgeon will be to educate the patient about all relevant facts related to the procedure and help her make an informed decision.

Dr. Kristi Hustak is a board certified female plastic surgeon providing vaginal tightening and various other procedures. Dr. Hustak will address all questions of the patient in detail during pre-operative consultations, and explain all the pros and cons related to vaginal tightening procedure. She provides various surgical and non-surgical procedures to patients in Houston, Katy, Texas, and surrounding locations.

 

Price Factors

Vaginal tightening is a highly customizable plastic surgery procedure, which will be tailored according to the unique needs of a patient. Therefore, the monetary amount will differ based on the specific circumstances and preferences of each patient.

 

Type of Surgical Technique

Cosmetic vaginal tightening may include tightening of the loose muscles around the vaginal canal as well as correction of the labia minor or inner vaginal lips. In some cases, labia majora reshaping may also be involved.

Some patients may require additional procedures such as clitoral hood reduction or G-Spot enhancement. It may involve the use of injectable dermal fillers along with surgery. The dollar figure will differ according to the type of surgical technique chosen.

 

Multiple Procedures Performed Together

The monetary figure of the procedure will vary according to the type of procedures performed and the length and complexity of the surgery. If multiple vaginal rejuvenation procedures are performed at once, the monetary amount will be lower than when they are performed separately.

This happens because the surgical venue costs, anesthesia fees, and post-operative care costs will be incurred only once in a combined procedure. The plastic surgeon may also offer a rebate on multiple procedures in some cases.

 

Surgeon’s Expertise

Board certified plastic surgeons with advanced training and skills, and specific experience in the area of vaginal rejuvenation may be more expensive upfront, but will be able to deliver outstanding results.

Working with highly qualified surgeon with expertise in vaginal tightening is likely to save the patient expense, time and discomfort in the long run by creating more sustainable results and minimizing the risk of complications.

 

Pre-Op Tests and Examination

In some cases, the surgeon may need to assess the health of the patient and ensure that she is fit to receive vaginal tightening or other sexual aesthetic procedures. The cost of pre-operative testing will usually not be a part of the standard costs of surgery, and the patient should include it in her cost estimate. Leading female cosmetic surgeon Dr. Hustak receives patients from Houston, Katy, Texas, and nearby areas for vaginal tightening surgery.

 

Financing

Most insurers will not offer coverage for an elective procedure such as vaginal tightening. The patient should explore their financing options well in time. They can receive quick loan approvals and low interest financing through professional medical care finance companies.

For more information on procedures and treatments provided by board certified female plastic surgeon Dr. Kristi Hustak please call us to schedule a consultation at 713.322.7265 or click here. Offices in Houston and Katy, Texas.

Over the decades, women have become more expressive and forthcoming about the aesthetics of their intimate parts. Positive feedback from patients and surgeons has encouraged many more women to consider the possibility of improving their sexual aesthetics with cosmetic surgery. A number of vaginal tightening and aesthetic enhancement options are available today to meet the specific needs of patients.

Dr. Kristi Hustak is a leading board certified female plastic surgeon with expertise in the area of sexual aesthetic procedures such as vaginal rejuvenation and tightening. Dr. Hustak adopts less invasive surgical techniques to deliver safer, more desirable, and deeply satisfying results to her patients. She provides vaginal aesthetic procedures to patients in Houston, Katy, Texas, and surrounding locations.

 

Labiaplasty

Labiaplasty has emerged as one of the fastest growing plastic surgery procedures in the country in recent years. In most cases, labiaplasty will reduce the size and improve the shape of inner vaginal lips or the labia minora, but in some cases, the surgeon may also perform a correction of the outer vaginal lips or the labia majora.

Women may common suffer from aesthetic problems such as asymmetry between the labia minora and majora, or elongated inner lips as compared to the outer lips. Some women may find it difficult to perform certain types of physical activities or exercises, experience pain or obstruction in sexual intercourse, and may feel uncomfortable to wear certain types of clothes. These conditions can be corrected with labiplasty.

 

Volumizing Labia Majora

Skin laxity or loss of volume in labia majora can create cosmetic as well as functional concerns for a woman. A fat grafting surgery can be performed to transfer patient’s own tissue to the labia majora. In some cases, cosmetic fillers may be injected to make the procedure less invasive.

 

Monsplasty

Shape of the mons pubis region may alter following menopause or weight fluctuations. The surgeon can provide fat grafting or cosmetic filler injections to volumize and reshape the area. If excess bulk is a concern, liposuction may be performed in the area. Experienced female cosmetic surgeon Dr. Hustak receives patients from Houston, Katy, Texas, and nearby areas for sexual aesthetic procedures.

 

Reducing Clitoral Hood

Redundant tissue overlying the clitoris can be removed with clitoral hood reduction surgery. A small incision will be placed to reset the loose tissue. The procedure may be performed independently or in conjunction with other vaginal tightening treatments.

 

Cosmetic Vaginoplasty

Vaginoplasty is an advanced surgery to tighten loose or stretched vaginal canal. Excessive vaginal lining may be removed along with tightening of the weak vaginal muscles. Many women seek this procedure after childbirth, if their vaginal canal muscles become permanently stretched.

 

G-Spot Enhancement

G-Spot enhancement to improve stimulation in the front part of the vagina is a simple in-office procedure involving only local anesthesia. The surgeon will use a dermal filler injection to improve volume and skin tightening around the targeted area to achieve maximal sensitivity. The procedure can improve stimulation in the erogenous area to enable quicker arousal as desired by the patient.

 

For more information on procedures and treatments provided by board certified female plastic surgeon Dr. Kristi Hustak please call us to schedule a consultation at 713.322.7265 or click here. Offices in Houston and Katy, Texas.

Advancements in cosmetic surgery in recent decades have revolutionized the field with safer and less invasive procedures, encouraging many more people to seek these treatments to enhance their appearance. While surgical techniques and technology have improved dramatically, the single most important factor that influences the final outcomes in these treatments continues to be the expertise of the operating surgeon.

Dr. Kristi Hustak is a leading board certified female plastic surgeon providing cutting edge surgical and non-surgical aesthetic procedures for the breast, body, and face. Dr. Hustak will engage closely with the patient to understand their innate aesthetic needs and aspirations, and create a surgical plan designed to meet those needs. She provides various procedures to patients in Houston, Katy, Texas, and surrounding locations.

 

Customized Procedures

Dr. Hustak’s authoritative expertise in various surgical and non-surgical techniques allows her to customize almost every plastic surgery procedure according to the patient’s unique anatomy and their personal aesthetic goals. Rather than adopt a cookie cutter or one size fits all approach towards surgery, she constantly looks for ways to make the procedure less invasive, less painful and involving minimal downtime and minimal scarring.

She may sometimes combine non-invasive procedures or apply latest technologies such as laser, ultrasound or RF to make the surgery more precise, efficient and less invasive. All this is possible because of her passion to achieve complete patient satisfaction in every surgery she performs. She will provide personalized care and attention, and apply the best principles of science and art to create outcomes that are not only aesthetically appealing, but also health promoting, long lasting and natural looking.

 

Academic Achievements

During her training years, Dr. Hustak’s relentless pursuit of excellence resulted in her earning a number of honors and awards. In 2013, she was selected by her peer group at the UTMB Plastic Surgery Resident of the Year. The next year she won the prestigious Overall Outstanding UTMB Resident of the Year Nominee, an award only bestowed to a handful of residents that year out of over 500 residents.

In 2014, Dr. Hustak was the recipient of the UTMB 2014 Outstanding Resident Leadership Award and the 2014 Golden Scalpel Outstanding Surgical Resident of the Year. Her outstanding track record of results in her surgical practice has led her to be recognized as one of the top female cosmetic surgeons in Houston, Katy, Texas, and nearby areas.

 

Recognition as the “Texas Rising Star”

In 2014, the Super Doctors portal named Dr. Hustak as one of the Texas Rising Stars. This is a strong public recognition of her contributions to the arena of plastic and cosmetic surgery. Each year Super Doctors identifies pre-eminent doctors as selected by their peers, in addition to an independent research into their credentials performed by MSP Communications.

The top scoring doctors on 10 key indicators of professional achievement and peer recognition are included in the Super Doctors list, which constitutes about five percent of the physicians in the state. Only about 2.5 percent of the doctors are included in the Rising Stars list. H Texas Magazine also named Dr. Hustak in its list of “Top Women in Business 2015” through public voting.

For more information on procedures and treatments provided by board certified female plastic surgeon Dr. Kristi Hustak please call us to schedule a consultation at 713.322.7265 or click here. Offices in Houston and Katy, Texas.

A growing number of women have been choosing vaginal rejuvenation cosmetic surgery procedure to enhance sexual aesthetics and feel good about their body. The surgery is usually elective, and it is unlikely that an insurance provider will cover the price tag. Therefore, it is important for a patient to have a clear idea of the estimated costs before she decides to go ahead with vaginal rejuvenation.

Dr. Kristi Hustak is a dedicated female cosmetic plastic surgeon providing vaginal rejuvenation and various other surgical and non-surgical aesthetic procedures. Dr. Hustak will discuss costs and other aspects of the surgery during the pre-operative consultation process. She provides vaginal rejuvenation to patients in Houston, Katy, Texas, and surrounding locations.

 

Price Factors

The dollar amount of vaginal rejuvenation plastic surgery can vary from one practice to another, and in some cases, may also vary from one patient to another at the same practice. Several factors will impact the overall cost of surgery.

 

Location of the Practice

Where the practice is located will make a significant difference to the cost of vaginal rejuvenation. Leading urban centers and prime cities usually have a higher cost of living than smaller towns and interior regions. Median household incomes, real estate prices, and local taxation will affect the local cost of living. This will impact the costs of all types of goods and services, including aesthetic procedures such as vaginal rejuvenation.

 

Surgeon’s Fee

The qualifications, training, certifications and experience of the operating surgeon will have an important bearing on the financials. According to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, patients should choose the right surgeon for their needs, and should only treat factors such as the surgeon’s fee as secondary considerations to their decision. Safety, desirability and sustainability of the procedure will far outweigh the surgeon’s fee in the long run.

 

Anesthesia and Surgical Venue Costs

Vaginal rejuvenation may be performed using general anesthesia or IV sedation and local anesthesia. The fee charged by an anesthesiologist or a certified anesthetist nurse will vary as per their skills and experience. If the surgery is performed at a hospital, the costs will considerably higher as compared to an ambulatory surgical center or a private surgical suite. Experienced female cosmetic surgeon Dr. Hustak receives patients from Houston, Katy, Texas, and nearby areas for vaginal rejuvenation.

 

Extent of Surgery

Several surgical techniques are available today to perform vaginal rejuvenation. In some cases, it may involve correction of both labia minora and majora as well as tightening of the vaginal canal. Sometimes the surgeon may add non-surgical procedures such as dermal filler injections along with surgery to meet the patient’s aesthetic goals. Depending on the length and complexity of the surgery and the number of procedures involved, the overall dollar figure of vaginal rejuvenation can vary.

 

Financing

Patients can explore various traditional financing options such as credit card payments, bank loans, or personal borrowings from friends or family. They also have the option to receive low interest loans through specialized medical financing firms with easy installment plans.

For more information on procedures and treatments provided by board certified female plastic surgeon Dr. Kristi Hustak please call us to schedule a consultation at 713.322.7265 or click here. Offices in Houston and Katy, Texas.