Question 1

What is Diastasis Recti and how is it diagnosed?

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Diastasis Recti is a very common condition where the abdominal muscles separate, often due to pregnancy. It is noticeable when the muscles tense. To observe it, a patient might be instructed to do a small crunch, come up more, and then relax.

Question 2

What are the ideal patient characteristics for liposuction?

Accepted Answer

Liposuction is best performed when a patient is relatively close to their ideal body weight. There's a 'sweet spot' between being too big and too skinny, as a layer of fat is needed for the surgeon to sculpt. For optimal results, the underlying body frame should be in relatively good shape and condition, as liposuction reveals this frame.

Question 3

What is LipoFoam and why does Dr. Hamwi use it after liposuction and body contouring?

Accepted Answer

LipoFoam is a soft foam product, a type of foam padding, that Dr. Hamwi uses for almost all torso liposuction and body contouring procedures. It's placed underneath compression garments to prevent creases or indentations, ensure extra smoothness, and provide additional compression. This helps to reduce swelling and bruising, allowing patients to experience a smoother recovery and achieve excellent, even results. The foam is custom-cut to fit the specific treated area.

Question 4

What is the ZO SkinHealth Stimulator Peel Plus and what are its benefits and recovery expectations?

Accepted Answer

The ZO SkinHealth Stimulator Peel Plus is a moderate chemical peel featuring high concentrations of glycolic, lactic, and azelaic acids. It's beneficial for patients with melasma, hyperpigmentation, sun damage, and rough textured skin. The treatment helps pull up pigmentation from under the skin, bringing it to the surface from day one to day four. Around day five, the skin begins to clear up as pigmentation starts to slough off. This peel delivers smoother skin, reduces uneven skin tone and congestion, and has no downtime unlike more aggressive peels. Significant results can be observed after just 6 days.

Question 5

What aftercare is recommended after a ZO SkinHealth Stimulator Peel Plus?

Accepted Answer

After a ZO SkinHealth Stimulator Peel Plus, it is recommended to use an SPF 30 or higher on a daily basis and to protect skin from the sun by wearing a hat.

Question 6

Is DiamondGlow suitable for acne-prone skin?

Accepted Answer

Yes, DiamondGlow is suitable and beneficial for individuals with acne-prone skin.

Question 7

What are the details and recovery expectations for Dr. Hamwi's awake liposuction?

Accepted Answer

Dr. Hamwi performs awake liposuction as a quick, in-office procedure, often taking around two hours. It's indicated for individuals looking to tackle stubborn fat that regular diet and exercise cannot fix. This technique offers minimal downtime and immediate effects, with fantastic results visible as early as six weeks post-op.

Question 8

What are Dr. Hamwi's recommendations for post-surgical compression garments after an arm lift (brachioplasty)?

Accepted Answer

Post-surgical compression garments are essential for arm lift (brachioplasty) patients to ensure effective healing and optimal results. Dr. Hamwi's practice uses a standard brachioplasty compression garment, specifically preferring a vest with sleeves that does not compress too much in the armpit. These garments, made of elastic material similar to tight swimsuit or Spanx, are worn for up to six weeks. Patients are monitored throughout this initial healing period, and the practice provides guidance on when to use and discontinue the garment. It is crucial to avoid garments that are too tight, as this can limit blood flow and create problems, or those that cut in or smash the incision, which can cause breakdown openings.

Question 9

What is Dr. Hamwi's awake arm lift technique?

Accepted Answer

Dr. Hamwi performs awake brachioplasty (arm lift) with liposuction, where patients stay completely awake and comfortable throughout the procedure. During this technique, the arms are sculpted and tightened in real time. For example, one side might be tacked up for excision while the other is freshly contoured with liposuction. Patients, like Jill, have expressed high satisfaction with the outcome, with results visible as early as 6 months post-op.

Question 10

What areas of the body can Dr. Hamwi effectively treat with liposuction?

Accepted Answer

Dr. Hamwi effectively treats various areas with liposuction, including the chest, lower abdomen, and torso. He also performs 'buttock sculpting' to enhance the shape of the butt and addresses 'the silhouette,' which encompasses the sides wrapping around the front and back.

Question 11

What areas of the body can liposuction effectively treat?

Accepted Answer

Dr. Hamwi effectively treats various areas with liposuction, including the chest, lower abdomen, and torso. He also performs 'buttock sculpting' to enhance the shape of the butt and addresses 'the silhouette,' which encompasses the sides wrapping around the front and back.

Question 12

What is the purpose of lipo foam, and does it really help with swelling and contouring?

Accepted Answer

LipoFoam is a soft foam product, a type of foam padding, that Dr. Hamwi uses for almost all torso liposuction and body contouring procedures. It's placed underneath compression garments to prevent creases or indentations, ensure extra smoothness, and provide additional compression. This helps to reduce swelling and bruising, allowing patients to experience a smoother recovery and achieve excellent, even results. The foam is custom-cut to fit the specific treated area.

Question 13

Is it painful during an awake arm lift procedure, even with local anesthesia?

Accepted Answer

Dr. Hamwi performs awake brachioplasty (arm lift) with liposuction, where patients stay completely awake and comfortable throughout the procedure. During this technique, the arms are sculpted and tightened in real time. For example, one side might be tacked up for excision while the other is freshly contoured with liposuction. Patients, like Jill, have expressed high satisfaction with the outcome, with results visible as early as 6 months post-op.

Question 14

Can liposuction be combined with an arm lift (brachioplasty) in the same awake procedure?

Accepted Answer

Dr. Hamwi performs awake brachioplasty (arm lift) with liposuction, where patients stay completely awake and comfortable throughout the procedure. During this technique, the arms are sculpted and tightened in real time. For example, one side might be tacked up for excision while the other is freshly contoured with liposuction. Patients, like Jill, have expressed high satisfaction with the outcome, with results visible as early as 6 months post-op.

Question 15

What does Dr. Hamwi say about what they specialize in?

Accepted Answer

In the practice's terminology, 'the silhouette' encompasses the sides wrapping around the front and back, and 'buttock sculpting' is a procedure to bring out the shape of the butt.

Question 16

What does Dr. Hamwi say about recovery?

Accepted Answer

I love this stuff, Lipo Foam, use it with all of my body contouring. We monitor patients throughout the six weeks of their initial healing. LipoFoam is a soft foam product placed underneath compression garments to prevent creases or indentations from the garments and ensure extra smoothness.

Question 17

What does Dr. Hamwi say about their approach?

Accepted Answer

The patient stays completely awake and comfortable while he sculpts and tightens the arms in real time.

Question 18

What does Dr. Hamwi say about their techniques?

Accepted Answer

During Dr. Hamwi's awake arm lift technique, the arms are sculpted in real time.

Question 19

What does Dr. Hamwi say about their training and credentials?

Accepted Answer

Dr. Kristopher Hamwi is a double board-certified plastic surgeon.

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