Tuesday, July 20, 2010

Laser Skin Treatment – Advantages and Disadvantages

Laser skin treatment  is becoming increasingly popular as it can be employed for many types of common skin problems Including unwanted facial hair, acne, sun damage, wrinkles and birthmarks.

The advantages of laser skin treatment far outweigh its disadvantages. It is good for people who want to get rid of unwanted hair on body and face, it does help to slow down their growth and also works well for removing thick and coarse hair, especially on the face.

The procedure of laser treatment has also been found to be effective for the cure of acne and wrinkles. Laser can be used anywhere on the body wherever the problem is. It is also safe to be used on the face. If you suffer from a sun-damaged skin, laser treatment will prove to be very helpful if all other treatments have failed you. If you have decided to go through laser skin treatment you should be prepared to expect slight skin redness and even slight burns if high energy is used or required for the treatment of your condition.

One of the disadvantages of laser treatment is that it is little expensive. Furthermore, many skin conditions would require multiple sessions for a complete cure. Although laser has been proven to be safe, some people still experience side effects like burns and skin rash. Topical medicines to reduce the effects of laser are prescribed to people undergoing this treatment.

The Benefits of Laser Therapy

• Non-Toxic

• Non-Invasive

• Easy to Apply

• No Side Effects or Pain

• Extremely Safe

• Cost Effective for Practitioner and Patient

• Highly Effective for Patient (>90% efficacy)

• Growing Acceptance of Laser Technology

• Superior Alternative to: Analgesics, NSAID’s, Other Medications, Other Modalities

• Reduces Need for Surgery

• Virtually No Contra-Indications

Therapeutic Laser Biological Effects

Rapid Cell Growth – Laser light accelerates cellular reproduction and growth.

Faster Wound Healing – Laser light stimulates fibroblast development and accelerates collagen synthesis in damaged tissue.

Increased Metabolic Activity – Higher outputs of specific enzymes, greater oxygen and food particle loads for blood cells and thus greater production of the basic food source for cells, Adenosine Tri-Phosphate (ATP).

Reduced Fibrous Tissue Formation – Laser light reduces the formation of scar tissue following tissue damage from: cuts, scratches, burns or post surgery.

Anti-Inflammatory Action – Laser light reduces swelling caused by bruising or inflammation of joints to give enhanced joint mobility.

Increased Vascular Activity – Laser light induces temporary vasodilatation increasing blood flow to damaged areas.

Stimulated Nerve Function – Slow recovery of nerve function in damaged tissue can result in “dead” limbs or numb areas. Laser light speeds the process of nerve cell reconnection to bring the numb areas back to life.

Dr. Uddhav A. Patil
MS, MCh ( Plast. And Laser Surgeon)

Wednesday, July 7, 2010

Happy Laser Day!

Dear Friends,

Seventh of July holds a very special place in the history of mankind.

We know that the energy source of entire life on Earth is Sun and the medium is Sunlight. Amongst all things known to us, it is the Light which is eternal. In spite of its tremendous speed it keeps on travelling for years together in the space. In fact the huge distances between stellar objects would not have been possible to measure if ‘Light Years’ were not invented.

Light in its natural form is being used for the benefit of living from ages together. The sun light is composed of SEVEN different colours as it gets separated as it passes through a prism or is seen in a rainbow. The characters of different colours, their effects on the human and animal mind are well documented. Even in ancient times coloured light has been used for healing certain elements, mainly related to psyche.

LASER: The Light Amplification by the Stimulated Emission of Radiation is the purest form of light. This process of separation and purification of light was invented by scientists over first six decades of 20th century. The idea of quantum theory was conceived by Max Plank in 1901. It was used by Albert Einstein to elucidate the paradoxical wave/particle duality of light itself in 1905. The reality of quantum was first confirmed experimentally by Arthur Compton in 1923 and the first direct observation of stimulated emission took place in 1926. By the end of the first quarter of the century, quantum theory was established and inspired the birth of quantum electrodynamics.

It was July 7, 1960 when in the laboratory of Theodore Maiman, FIRST LASER WAS BORN in the form of a Ruby Laser. Lasers are considered as one of the most important inventions of the 20th century which will have tremendous effect on the future of mankind.

Now whether you believe in numerology or not, at least believe in following facts:

1. Light is composed of SEVEN colours.

2. A single colour in its purest form is Laser.

3. LASER was invented on 7.7.1960 (1+9+6= 16, 1+6= again 7)

4. 7.7.7

5. In numerology, 7 is considered as holy and divine figure.

Dr. Uddhav A. Patil

MS MCh (Plast. Surg.)

Saturday, June 26, 2010

Facial Aesthetic Surgery - Facelift Surgery

Facelift surgery, or a rhytidectomy, is offered and is designed to restore a more youthful appearance by removing major wrinkles and sagging skin. It involves tightening of the facial and neck muscles as well as the removal of any excess skin.

The skin begins to wrinkle and sag as a result of age, sun exposure and genetics. Children and young adults have smooth, round faces due to evenly distributed fatty tissues in facial contours. Over time, the skin sags and folds around the chin, jawline and neck become prominent. Not only does a facelift improve facial appearance but also has a dramatic effect on the neck, enhancing its contour and profile.

Facelifts can make a patient look 10 to 15 years younger.

Dramatic as the end results are, this is not a simple procedure. It requires a week to 10 days of recovery.

Before Surgery
We will evaluate your medical history in order to determine your overall health.

Your plastic surgeon will discuss with you how your face can look and what you can expect from surgery. Our objective is to create a natural appearance that is pleasing to you. Before and After photographs will reveal what the surgery has accomplished.

Preoperative Instructions: Avoid drugs that contain aspirin several weeks prior to surgery to minimize excess bleeding. You may be required to take antibiotics to prevent infection. You may be instructed to shampoo your hair the night before surgery. A small amount of hair may be shaved around your ears and temples.

The Procedure
A facelift is frequently performed in conjunction with blepharoplasty (eyelid surgery), forehead lift, chin augmentation, and/or liposuction, to create an overall rejuvenation of the face. The procedure can be repeated as gravity continues its effects after the first surgery.

Facelifts are performed in fully-accredited inpatient surgical centers. General anesthesia or intravenous sedation with laryngeal mask airway are most commonly used.

For an endoscopic midface lift, appropriate for patients in their mid-30's to 40's with midface aging but without much "jowling" (sagging over jawline).

For a facelift, appropriate for patients in their early 40's to 60's with aging in the lower face and neck, some plastic surgeons make incisions inside the hairline at the temple, in front of the ear, then around the earlobe and behind the ear, ending at the scalp area. Some plastic surgeons have developed a unique method of tailoring each facelift to the individual patient, lifting the deep fibromuscular layer of the face and tailoring the removal of skin in the most appropriate direction. This creates a natural rejuvenation that addresses the key signs of aging in each patient's face. The procedure may take up to 5 hours depending on whether any other procedures are performed at the same time.

Dr. Uddhav A. Patil
MS MCh (Plast. Surg.)
Chairman & MD Cell No.94 2295 2295.
LakshyKiran Therapeutic Lasers Research Institute Pvt. Ltd.

     

Friday, June 11, 2010

Gynecomastia

Gynecomastia is an abnormal enlargement of one or both breasts in men. It is related to the excess growth of breast tissue and fat tissue in a variable proportion rather than the breast tissue alone.

Changes in the levels of male and female hormones, or in how the body uses or responds to these hormones can cause enlarged breasts in men. More than half of boys develop transitory gynecomastia of variable degrees during puberty.

Gynecomastia can be emotionally devastating. Feelings of embarrassment, humiliation and shame are common. One does not feel masculine in a society where masculinity is exalted. Self-hate threads itself through all aspects of the individual's life, creating an insidious web of powerlessness. A man or boy with gynecomastia struggles with anxiety over such simple acts as taking off his shirt at the swimming pool and beach.

For many men, the best solution is suction assisted liposculpture. That accomplishes step one of the healing. Step two is psychological redress as as childhood taunting to a lifetime of hating his chest, the hurt feelings have been deeply rooted in the mind.

Men who have developed gynecomastia later in life from steroid abuse or some other cause like prostate gland disease may have little to no psychological distress. However, for some in this situation, it can leave them feeling out of control of their body or emasculated in some matter. Hopefully, corrective surgery will resolve these feelings, for some it will not and therapy will be needed to relieve the distress.

It is important to recognize the scars on the inside. This is difficult work because it means coming to terms with one's body and past. Acknowledging the pain, moving into a new relationship with one's body and changing how he thinks the world sees him is the key to healing and freedom.

Men often have a very difficult time talking about their breasts to anyone, but it is the first step toward relief. Realizing that they are not alone is a powerful antidote for the shame and a beginning toward healing.  We are here to help you in a best possible way available today in the world.  Without any hesitation please contact us right away as this is our day to day job.

Visit http://www.lakshyakiran.com/ or call : +91 94 2295 2295 and you will get solution for your problem

Dr. Uddhav A. Patil
MS MCh (Plast. Surg.)

Chairman & MD
LakshyaKiran Cosmetic Laser Center 

Thursday, April 22, 2010

Benefits of the New Laser Procedure for Varicose Vein Treatment - Dr. Uddhav Patil

A varicose vein starts out as little more than a visual problem but it can lead, over time, to leg swelling, fatigue and pain. The reduced flow of blood to your legs causes your legs to tire quickly and often make them feel as heavy as lead weights. If left untreated the varicose vein can get serious to the point of causing leg ulcers, impaired walking, leg cramps and blood clots. Today, however, utilizing the latest laser technology, in many cases, much of that old surgical procedure can be a thing of the past.

There is really no preparation work required at all. It can be done as an outpatient procedure and generally takes less than an hour start to finish. The old surgical procedure often took 4 to 6 hours or more. Total anesthesia for the laser procedure is not required and there is only minimal pain. When everything is done there is no scarring. The incision to insert the laser is so small that there is no need for stitches. When the doctor is done with the laser there is really no recovery period at all. Vigorous physical activity is discouraged for the first day or two after laser treatment but generally you walk out of the outpatient facility and return to your normal daily activities immediately. There may be some minor itching and tenderness for a week or so afterwards but not enough to limit your activities. Sometimes you have to go back for a second or third follow up laser procedure to obtain complete resolution of the problem. Of course that will vary from individual to individual.

The technical name for this procedure is endovenous laser therapy. The laser used is very precise and delivers a very controlled dose of laser energy. The doctor will insert a very small thin laser fiber into your thigh. Even though your varicose vein shows up in your lower leg area the real cause of the problem is almost always a faulty valve in your upper leg. Once the laser is properly positioned in your upper leg he will activate the laser. The heat from the laser energy will cause the blood in that area of the vein to coagulate and close off the diseased varicose vein. This will cause the entire vein from there down into your lower leg to shrink and be absorbed back into your body. The number of veins in your legs is huge so the loss of the one varicose vein is not a problem for your circulatory system. The blood that normally would have gone through the diseased varicose vein will now go through other healthier veins.

This laser procedure has proven to be more than 96 percent effective at eliminating the problem with a varicose vein. So there is still a chance that you may have to undergo the old vein removal procedure. But your chances of solving a varicose vein problem quickly and easily with laser technology are better than ever before.

Dr. Uddhav A. Patil
Cosmetic and Laser Surgeon,