Many surgeons have shown me their work which consists of mostly white women. I am mixed race and more of a darker tone (skin type 5) . Is this something I should consider when looking for a surgeon? I do really like a lot of their work I just wish I could see an idea of how someone of my colour heals. I heal pretty well scars turn white and disappear quickly if I don't pick at my skin but never had stitches or anything cut that deep before
Answer: Surgery Most of us have operated on all 6 types of skin color so you should not be a problem. Do let your surgeon know if anyone in your family makes keloids or hypertrophic scars.
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Answer: Surgery Most of us have operated on all 6 types of skin color so you should not be a problem. Do let your surgeon know if anyone in your family makes keloids or hypertrophic scars.
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October 22, 2022
Answer: Probably not important; see the LINK below for some sample results- Hope this helps. GL After I measure and discuss goals with my patients, we then look at pictures of women (my patients) with similar measurements with different size and style breast implants. They then get to choose what looks right for them. They also get to see what they would look like when the breasts have fully dropped and fluffed and in clothes. You get to see actual results and the surgeon's experience and not a virtual idea of what can be achieved. Women tell me that this process is very helpful in determining what size and style breast implant is right for them. Dr. Ted Eisenberg, Board Certified Plastic Surgeon and Author. RealSelf Distinguished Hall of Fame Inductee. Philadelphia, Pa., USA
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October 22, 2022
Answer: Probably not important; see the LINK below for some sample results- Hope this helps. GL After I measure and discuss goals with my patients, we then look at pictures of women (my patients) with similar measurements with different size and style breast implants. They then get to choose what looks right for them. They also get to see what they would look like when the breasts have fully dropped and fluffed and in clothes. You get to see actual results and the surgeon's experience and not a virtual idea of what can be achieved. Women tell me that this process is very helpful in determining what size and style breast implant is right for them. Dr. Ted Eisenberg, Board Certified Plastic Surgeon and Author. RealSelf Distinguished Hall of Fame Inductee. Philadelphia, Pa., USA
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October 23, 2022
Answer: Is it important that a surgeon has worked on someone with my skin tone? Will results be different? Skin type V. Hello @D Londonx, thank you for your question and showing your pictures. The scar outcome depends on the postoperative care, genetics, and daily movements of the patient. I share a video about scar healing process to shed mor light. For more information and recommendations, it is prudent to consult with one or several board certified plastic surgeons. Best wishes! Alan Gonzalez MD, FACS.
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October 23, 2022
Answer: Is it important that a surgeon has worked on someone with my skin tone? Will results be different? Skin type V. Hello @D Londonx, thank you for your question and showing your pictures. The scar outcome depends on the postoperative care, genetics, and daily movements of the patient. I share a video about scar healing process to shed mor light. For more information and recommendations, it is prudent to consult with one or several board certified plastic surgeons. Best wishes! Alan Gonzalez MD, FACS.
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October 23, 2022
Answer: Choosing a surgeon Dear D Londonx,
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October 23, 2022
Answer: Choosing a surgeon Dear D Londonx,
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Answer: Surgical scars in mixed race skin type Dear D Londonx,You don't say what operation you are considering having . . .Scar quality varies a lot in people with all skin types, not just darker or mixed race skin types. Lighter skinned people of Scottish, Oriental or even Mediterranean can also form bad scars.
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Answer: Surgical scars in mixed race skin type Dear D Londonx,You don't say what operation you are considering having . . .Scar quality varies a lot in people with all skin types, not just darker or mixed race skin types. Lighter skinned people of Scottish, Oriental or even Mediterranean can also form bad scars.
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