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Why NeoGraft® Can Be a Great Option for Your Hair Restoration

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One of the most frustrating aesthetic issues that many men and women struggle with is hair loss. Whether your hair is starting to thin or balding in areas, you can feel self-conscious and even embarrassed about your appearance. 

Attractive man moving hands through full head of hair

And while there are many hair restoration treatments to combat thinning hair and baldness, Dr. Agullo is proud to offer NeoGraft® 2.0 at Southwest Plastic Surgery. This hair restoration treatment uses a revolutionary method of transplanting healthy hair follicles from one area of your scalp to another to give you the natural results you are looking for. 

Below, we’ll explore NeoGraft® 2.0 as well as other hair transplant methods to show you that a bald scalp doesn’t need to be your future. 

What Is the Difference Between NeoGraft® and Other Hair Restoration Treatments?

NeoGraft® 2.0 uses a process called FUE (follicular unit extraction) whereas other hair transplant procedures use FUT (follicular unit transplantation). 

Both forms of hair transplantation are achieved by moving healthy hair follicles from one area of the scalp to the balding area. However, the difference comes in the way that these follicles are harvested. 

For FUT, a strip of tissue is harvested (removed) from a healthy portion of your scalp (usually the back or side of your head. From this strip of tissue, individual hair follicles are extracted and then inserted in the balding area using tiny incisions. 

With NeoGraft® 2.0, no skin or tissue is removed during the harvesting of follicles, and no linear incision is required. Instead, individual hair follicles are removed from healthy areas of the scalp through a suction method. These follicles are then implanted into the balding areas with the NeoGraft® 2.0 handheld tool

NeoGraft® 2.0 is minimally invasive, requires no sutures, and delivers results that you can see and feel.

Which Hair Restoration Treatment Is Best?

While NeoGraft® 2.0 is an exceptional treatment option for men and women of all ages, and certainly less invasive, it is not necessarily better than other hair transplant methods

Follicular unit transplantation (FUT) still offers stunning results, and both NeoGraft® 2.0 (FUE) and FUT treatments can be used on the head, beard, eyebrows, and sideburns to help give you the appearance you desire. 

In this sense, NeoGraft® 2.0 and other methods of hair transplantation are equal in what they can achieve. 

So, the question really isn’t which treatment is better than the other. Rather, the question is: Which treatment is best for you?

How Do I Know if I’m a Candidate for NeoGraft®?

If you are a balding man or a balding woman, then you know just how much your hair loss affects your self-esteem. Because of this, you owe it to yourself and your sense of comfort with your appearance to treat your hair loss. 

Hair transplantation, whether with NeoGraft® 2.0 or other FUT methods, can help you grow natural and healthy hair in thinning and balding areas of your scalp so that you can smile at your reflection and feel a sense of confidence with the way you look. 

To know which hair restoration treatment is best for you, it is important to schedule a consultation with Dr. Agullo. At your hair restoration consultation, you will be able to discuss your frustrations and goals, and Dr. Agullo will evaluate your scalp to help determine which treatment method is best for your specific condition. 

Would You Like to Learn More?

If you are interested in restoring your hair NeoGraft® 2.0, then call Southwest Plastic Surgery today at 915-590-7900 or fill out our online contact form to schedule a consultation. We look forward to helping you look and feel your very best!

Why Choose Avéli™ for Cellulite Treatment?

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If you are a woman with cellulite, you’re not alone. In fact, most women develop this troublesome fat accumulation and skin dimpling on their thighs and buttocks

Before and after image showing the results of Aveli cellulite treatment.

Contrary to popular belief, cellulite is resistant to diet and exercise, so getting rid of this stubborn and lumpy fat is difficult without a solution that targets the root cause. Thankfully Avéli™ is now here to help.

What’s So Great About Avéli™? 

Avéli™ uses advanced technology that targets the root cause for cellulite and thereby significantly improves the results achievable. This treatment provides the following advantages:

Avéli™ is the newest  treatment on the market, most patients enrolled in a clinical study maintained their results one year after treatment. These participants are still being monitored to gain a better estimate. 

This benchmark qualified Avéli™ to be FDA-cleared for the long-term reduction of cellulite. Of course, maintaining a healthy and stable weight will help your results last.

What Should I Know About Avéli™ Cellulite Treatment?

Targeting the Cause

The Avéli™ treatment is designed to release the bands of connective tissue responsible for producing cellulite and the rippling appearance it creates. 

These collagen-rich fibers are called septa bands, and they bind fat into smaller areas, creating the easy-to-recognize dimpling and bumps of skin known as cellulite.

The Avéli™ Procedure

Before performing this safe and FDA-cleared procedure, a local anesthetic is administered for comfort. Once fully numbed, the provider makes several small incisions and inserts the handheld Avéli™ device under the skin. This allows your provider to sever the septa bands, freeing the trapped fat. 

This process continues until all the accessible bands are released, and fat is redistributed for smoother buttocks and thigh contours. 

Your Avéli™ procedure will last about an hour, depending on the amount of cellulite treated. 

Avéli™ Results

You should see visible results around 30 days after your treatment once the swelling subsides. These results will continue to improve over the next month or two and be long-lasting.

Will Avéli™ Work for You?

Cellulite can be mild, moderate, or severe, with genetics, age, and gender contributing to its extent. 

If you are healthy, at or close to your ideal weight, and have reasonable expectations, you should be a good candidate for Avéli™ cellulite treatment.

Finding Avéli™ Cellulite Treatment in El Paso, TX

Southwest Plastic Surgery in El Paso is proud to be the first and only to offer Avéli™ cellulite treatment. Call Dr. Frank Agullo’s office today at (915) 590-7900 to learn more about Avéli™, the most advanced cellulite treatment available in El Paso, Texas.

How Ultrasound Guidance Is Allowing for a Safer BBL

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There’s hardly been a time when women haven’t desired full, shapely curves. The hourglass figure has long been considered “ideal,” and part of that shape includes a rounded, full, and lifted backside. 

Woman's backside wearing underwear and t-shirt

That said, most women are not blessed with the exact butt contour they want. Often, these women turn to cosmetic enhancement. 

There are many types of butt augmentation, but the most popular is butt enhancement with fat grafting, more commonly known as the Brazilian Butt Lift (BBL). 

Even with the popularity of this treatment, there is a sad truth that the BBL has a history of safety-related complications. Fortunately, advancements in ultrasound technology are helping this surgery become safer than ever. This technique is known as the Ultra BBL or a #SAFER BBL.

What Is Fat Grafting Butt Augmentation?

The BBL is a fat grafting/fat transfer procedure that uses fat that has been removed from the body via liposuction, often from the abdomen, hips, or thighs, and injects those purified fat calls into various areas of the buttocks. 

The results of this surgery are two-fold. First, you can tone areas of your body with excess, unwanted fat and add volume and lift to your butt using a natural augmenting material. 

Results are natural-looking and long lasting. 

What Makes the Brazilian Butt Lift Dangerous?

All plastic surgery procedures have the possibility of complications, and the BBL is no different. In fact, it has one of the highest complication rates. These risks include infection, fat necrosis (which is when the transferred fat cells do not survive), hematoma, and fat embolism. 

Fat embolism is the most dangerous of these complications, which can lead to serious complications or even death. This occurs when the injected fat enters the bloodstream and travels up to vital organs, such as the heart. This can only happen if the fat is injected into the muscle.

While this is undoubtedly frightening, it is important to note that these complications are very rare when the surgery is performed by a board-certified plastic surgeon skilled in Brazilian Butt Lift procedures like Dr. Frank Agullo at Southwest Plastic Surgery.

Even so, it is still exciting to announce that advancements in BBL techniques have made this surgery even safer. 

Introducing the Ultra BBL

Dr. Agullo is one of only a few plastic surgeons who offer the #SAFER BBL. 

The Ultra BBL uses ultrasound guidance to allow for the exact placement of the fat in the buttocks. This helps prevent the fat from being injected into the muscle, and by ensuring exact placement, this treatment offers safer and more precise results. This is because the ultrasound allows for visual guidance to be absolutely sure that no fat is injected intramuscularly (into the muscle)

Because there is more precision with this technique, the Ultra BBL also tends to result in a lower risk of complications across the board, including bruising, swelling, and nerve damage. 

This technique also allows for the greatest retention of fat cells, meaning the healthiest and longest-lasting results.

Interested in Butt Augmentation With Dr. Agullo in El Paso, TX?

The BBL is one of the most popular plastic surgery procedures performed by Dr. Agullo. He offers several variations, including the traditional BBL, the supercharged BBL, and now the Ultra BBL. 

Schedule a #SAFER BBL consultation today by calling (915) 950-7900 or filling out our online contact form.     

Men, Are You Using BOTOX® to Its Full Potential? How Injectables Help With ED and Sexual Health

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While not every man understands exactly what botulinum toxins are, most are familiar with the name BOTOX®. BOTOX® is synonymous with cosmetic treatments and is the most commonly performed cosmetic treatment every year by far. Most are familiar with this injection as an anti-aging option: a non-surgical treatment that helps reduce fine lines and wrinkles around the eyes and forehead. 

Man sitting on bed in his pajamas

However, that is just one piece of the much larger puzzle that is BOTOX® and other botulinum toxin treatments

Botulinum toxins (BoNT) are not simply reserved to help you look younger. Instead, they have varied applications (including migraine relief, excessive sweating relief, treatment for eye spasms, and more). One of the lesser discussed benefits, however, is treatment for sexual health concerns, including erectile dysfunction. 

How to Use Injectables for Male Enhancement?

While many men feel uncomfortable discussing sexual health concerns like erectile dysfunction, scrotal tightness, or dissatisfaction with penis size, these concerns often weigh heavy on their mind. 

And that makes sense. Sexual health has strong connections to overall health, and whether you struggle getting or maintaining erections, experience pain, or simply feel self-conscious about your appearance, it can negatively impact your health and quality of life.

Fortunately, treatment is easier than you may think. BoNT injections can significantly help with male enhancement. These simple injectable treatments can:

By treating the above concerns, men can improve their self-confidence and help them get more out of life.

How Does BoNT Help ED and Sexual Health Conditions?

Botulinum toxins like BOTOX®, Dysport®, XEOMIN®, and Jeuveau® work by relaxing the muscles. This is exactly what is needed to treat many male sexual health conditions.

Is BoNT the Right Treatment for Your ED?

Complications with erectile dysfunction or any of the above concerns can lead to lasting physical and emotional issues. BoNT injections can help. While BoNT for sexual health treatments are still relatively new (and not yet FDA approved), many men have found significant relief and improvement. 

Contact Southwest Plastic Surgery today to see if this might be the right treatment for you. Call us at (915) 590-7900 or fill out our online contact form

 

AviClear™: The Newest Advanced Treatment for Your Acne Breakouts

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We are proud to introduce AviClear™ – The latest, most versatile, and effective FDA-approved laser acne treatment available today. 

A young man before and after acne treatment.

If you’ve used Accutane, Isotretinoin, antibiotics, and even other laser procedures to clear up your skin, only to find that the acne returns soon after, you should consider trying AviClear™.

How Is AviClear™ Different Than Other Acne Treatments?

While chemical peels, microneedling, and other laser procedures work to reduce acne by destroying the blemishes and encouraging healthy new skin to form, they ignore the root cause.

CUTERA®, the maker of AviClear™, took a hard look at the limitations and results that laser technology had previously achieved when used to treat acne. They then set out to develop a safer, more effective, and versatile treatment.

Instead of addressing only the effects of acne, AviClear™ uses advanced laser technology to target the sebaceous glands responsible for breakouts, helping to stop the acne cycle from continuing.

Other benefits include:

How AviClear™ Works

With precise targeting, the laser energy produced by AviClear™ is absorbed into the oil-producing glands (to minimize or destroy their ability to secrete) without affecting the surrounding skin.

During an AviClear™ treatment, you can expect gentle warmth and a mild zapping sensation, but the incorporated AviCool™ skin cooling technology prevents any significant discomfort.

This treatment typically requires three half-hour sessions spaced one month apart to achieve ideal results. There is no downtime after your procedure.

Who Should Not Receive AviClear™ Treatment?

Honestly, individuals of any age and skin tone with persistent acne are good candidates for AviClear™ treatment. However, if you are interested in this advanced acne treatment, follow these guidelines:

What is the Data on AviClear™ Results?

AviClear™ was launched in April 2022 and has been clinically proven to reduce the frequency and severity of acne. In clinical trials, 90% of treated patients have maintained results for at least six months. 

Researchers expect the length of time these patients enjoy clearer skin to increase as they are followed.

Physicians, including dermatologists and plastic surgeons, are rapidly switching to AviClear™ to treat acne as patient demand continues to grow. 

Looking for AviClear™ in El Paso, TX?

Dr. Agullo serves communities in and near El Paso, Texas, offering next-level acne treatment with AviClear™ as well as other effective skin and laser treatmentsSchedule an AviClear™ consultation today by calling (915) 950-7900 or contacting us online anytime.    

The Planatome Blade – Dr. Agullo’s Blade of Choice

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Dr. Agullo is a board-certified plastic surgeon who has been in practice for over 13 years. He is well-known worldwide for his social media and his ability to achieve consistent and natural-looking results. When it comes to scarring, he stops at nothing to provide his patients with the best results. 

Surgeon holding a scalpel surgical blade.

His blade of choice? The Planatome blade.

What Is the Planatome Blade?

Dr. Agullo incorporates many therapies before and after surgery to improve the patient’s scarring. The surgical blade has not been improved in more than 100 years. The Planatome blade is the only technology that can be used at the time of making the incision to improve the resulting scar.  

The planatome blade has an edge that is incredibly smooth and perfected to an atomic level providing cleaner incisions. It is made using a process known as chemical mechanical planarization, or CMP, which is commonly used in the production of computer chips to carefully finish the surfaces of silicon wafers. 

WHAT ARE THE ADVANTAGES OF THE PLANATOME BLADE?

The ability to improve surgical outcomes through the use of Planatome technology is a major advantage. It allows for a cleaner and more consistent cut line, reducing the risk of damage to the microscopic structures. In addition, a better incision can also help improve the recovery process and scarring.

Case study showing the healing of incisions using different surgical blades.

IN THE END

Planatome is the only technology that can be used when making an incision to improve healing afterward. 

WANT TO LEARN MORE? 

Schedule a consultation with us today and see how Planatome can help you achieve the beautiful, smooth skin you’ve always wanted! If you have questions about Planatome or want to learn more about how it can help you, please call Southwest Plastic Surgery at (915) 590-7900 or fill out our contact form online

Will the Supercharged BBL Replace the Brazilian Butt Lift?

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People choose to get the Brazilian Butt Lift (BBL) for many reasons. The procedure increases the fullness, roundness, and firmness of your butt. It can even enhance a balanced figure and improve self-confidence. 

Butt lifts aren’t a new procedure, but the supercharged butt lift technique was developed more recently as a way to improve upon the already successful BBL. A supercharged BBL takes the traditional Brazilian Butt Lift up a notch by combining it with butt implants.

Close-up of woman's butt as she gets out of a pool.

What Is a Brazilian Butt Lift?

A Brazilian Butt Lift uses fat grafting to enhance your derrière. Surgeons take fat from one part of the body (through liposuction) and transfer it to the butt. Common sites of fat removal include the waist, belly, thighs, and back. The fat tissue comes from your own body, so there is no risk of a reaction to foreign tissue. Fat is very pliable and easily shaped.

How Does Gluteal Augmentation (Butt Implants) Work?

Gluteal augmentation is done with silicone implants. This technique is common when the patient doesn’t have enough extra fat on the rest of the body to achieve the desired butt size and shape. 

The downside of gluteal implants is that they can’t augment areas outside of the muscle, such as the lower part of the buttocks or the hips. These features are very important to achieving optimal results. 

How Are Supercharged BBL Procedures Different?

A significant advantage of supercharged BBL (or supergrafting) procedures is their flexibility. This technique, sometimes called the Istanbul Butt Lift, combines fat grafting with butt implants. 

The combination of surgical methods creates a larger butt with a more distinctive shape than either method could accomplish alone.

During a supercharged BBL, implants are placed into the butt cheeks before excess fat is harvested and grafted into various areas of the buttocks. This allows for precise buttock sculpting and optimal results.

Why Is Fat Grafting Necessary With Implants?

Surgeons can inject fat over gluteal implants to add an extra supportive layer and expand muscle augmentation projection. Pliable fat tissue injections create a more natural appearance, especially in the hips. 

Since liposuction is necessary to harvest fat tissue, this procedure shapes the donor site. It offers an opportunity to create a slimmer waist and enhance the appearance of a butt lift.

Would You Like to Learn More?

Call Southwest Plastic Surgery today at 915-590-7900 or fill out our online contact form to schedule a consultation. We are eager to hear from you and help you get started on your journey towards supercharged results.

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Tummy Tuck Timing

tummy Tuck PatientA lot of planning goes into preparing for tummy tuck surgery. One of the most important points of preparation—if not THE most important—is timing your procedure. Getting a tummy tuck at the wrong time could be problematic, but getting the procedure at the ideal time for you can ensure that you have the best experience, the smoothest recovery, and the most desirable results.

Who Is the Ideal Candidate for Tummy Tuck Surgery?

The ideal candidate for tummy tuck surgery has struggled to maintain or achieve a slender, defined waistline through diet and exercise. Abdominal laxity can permanently affect the appearance of the abdomen, and many men and women are unable to tone their abdomens without surgical help. Candidates for this procedure desire a sleek, toned waist and a leaner physique. They should have realistic expectations and good general health. As such, candidates should also be non-smokers and should be close to their ideal body weight.

When Is the Best Time to Get a Tummy Tuck?

Based on the above characteristics of the ideal tummy tuck candidate, individuals should plan to get a tummy tuck at the following times:

When Is Laser Hair Removal Most Effective?

South West Plastic Surgery Clear Scan YAG Laser hair removal marketing photoDuring the colder seasons, people tend not to worry about things like shaving their legs every day. We dress in layers to guard against the cold, women wear pants most of the time, and some men grow out their beards to keep warm. However, if you want smooth, hairless skin during the spring and summer, the fall and winter seasons are the best time to begin laser hair removal treatments. Getting laser hair removal during this time of year will help you be prepared to more fully enjoy the summer without having to worry about shaving or waxing every day.

The Treatment Process

At your consultation for laser hair removal, you will learn that the treatment process takes time. Each hair on your body cycles through phases of growth, resting, and shedding, and even two adjacent hair follicles could be in completely different phases at the same time. A single treatment destroys hair follicles in the active growth phase, but even though many hairs in the treated area will be in this phase, others will be in the resting or shedding phases when you undergo the treatment. Because hair growth occurs in cycles, you will need to wait approximately six weeks between treatment sessions to let more of your hair follicles transition through the cycle to the growth phase. Depending on how much hair you wish to have removed, your overall treatment could require several sessions, each spaced six weeks apart.

Why Fall and Winter Are Best for Laser Hair Removal

Because laser hair removal requires a series of treatments, it can take several months to achieve your desired results. If you wait until spring to begin treatment, it could be well into summer before your treatments are complete, in which case you may have to continue shaving or waxing for a period of time before you can enjoy your smooth, bare skin. By starting treatments in the fall and winter, you will have plenty of time to treat and eliminate unwanted hair before it is time to start wearing shorts, skirts, summer dresses, and swimsuits again.

Laser hair removal is most effective in the fall or winter for other reasons as well. First, the treatment requires you to avoid waxing for a full six weeks beforehand, as longer hair makes it easier for the laser to target and destroy the hair follicles. The cold weather provides the perfect excuse to dress in layers to hide unwanted hair growth during this time. It is also a perfect excuse to temporarily grow a beard. It is recommended to avoid sun exposure while you are having laser treatments done, and the fall and winter seasons give you more opportunities to stay inside and out of the sun. Laser hair removal treatment also tends to be more effective on natural skin tones, not tanned, and especially on pale skin. While our plastic surgeons at Southwest Plastic Surgery can successfully perform laser hair removal on any skin color and hair type, those with fair skin and darker hair will especially benefit from getting treatment in the fall and winter.

Our Southwest Plastic Surgery specialists can use advanced laser technology to perform laser hair removal for patients with all skin tones and hair types. Now is the perfect time to consider laser hair removal to get ready for next year’s warmer seasons. To schedule your consultation, visit us online or call (915) 590-7900 today.

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