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Prominent, protruding ears often look unnatural and can significantly impact one’s self-esteem. Many adults actually avoid certain hairstyles to keep their ears camouflaged from public view. Otoplasty is the medical name of the surgery performed to improve the shape and deformities of the ears. Whether the defect is since birth or caused by an injury, all ear deformities can be corrected by otoplasty. Even a small surgery correction can make a profound difference to the total appearance. Cosmetic deformities can cause immense psychological effect on an individual.Usually prominent ears stand out at an angle of more than 35%. Overdevelopment or underdevelopment of cartilage in the pinna or outer ear can also lead to protruding ears. Otoplasty surgery Gives a more natural look to the ears Balances and proportionates the size of ears can correct Macrotia – condition of more than usually large ears also corrects Microtia – condition when the ears are not properly de

Tattoos have always been a trend. You might have had a variety of reasons for getting a tattoo like to express the positive vibe in you, show your love towards your partner, fashion sake or simply because you like getting inked. But the fact is that three out of every five people regret getting a tattoo after some time as it might have seemed like a nice idea then but now it might be representing a tainted memory from their past or to improve the chances of getting a job or may be they've moved on and there might be change in lifestyle. And most of them express distress over it as tattoos are permanent . But not any more! If you feel you have unwanted tattoos, there is no reason for you to be stuck with it for life time as Dr. Shetty's Cosmetic Centre offers highly advanced treatments to get rid of your tattoo permanently. There are two types of Tattoo Removal treatments: Laser Tattoo Removal   Tattoo Removal Surgery. Laser Tattoo Removal You should first sche

Are your fat and flabby arms stopping you from wearing sleeveless dresses?  You might be wondering what will allow you to effectively address the batwing appearance of your upper arms, after trying all kinds of exercises to tone and tighten them with no results. Here's a magical treatment that can make you lose stubborn fat in the arms. An Arm Lift at Dr. Shetty's Cosmetic Centre can diminish unresponsive fat deposits in the upper arms to give your arms a new contour with excellent results. ARM LIFT  /  BRACHIOPLASTY  is a surgical procedure done to reshape or recontour the upper arm area . The upper arm can be very bothersome if there is lax skin and fat hanging down that make many people self-conscious. This can result from aging and fluctuations in the weight over a period of time. There is wide variation in how the arm responds to weight loss and aging.  Dr.Shetty  approaches to determine which procedure should be best for your arms. The factors taken

These days everything is available. You can get a new nose, jaw, perky breasts and yes, a brand new hymen as well, all through plastic surgery. Reasons to consider Hymenoplasty Many women consider having a hymenoplasty done for Certain cultural and religious reasons  To get over with traumatic memories of sexual assault or  To feel rejuvenated and young again.  Some women are even born without a hymen.  Regardless of the reason, having hymenoplasty is a very personal choice. What is Hymen? Hymen is a membrane present at the opening of vagina. Hymen can vary in size, thickness, vascularity and pliability. Intact hymen is thought to be a proof of virginity and lost only at first intercourse. Hymen usually ruptures not just due to sexual penetration, but also due vigorous exercises or sports activities. Hymenoplasty The procedure of hymen restoration or reconstruction is called Hymenoplasty , hymenorrhaphy, revirgination, virginity surgery or just hymen reconstruc

Say you have suddenly come across a strange lump under your skin that you could swear just wasn’t there before. Worried that it might be something dire? To your relief, the physician tells you that you need not worry as it is only a lipoma. What is Lipoma?  Lipomas are slow-growing fatty lumps or tumors under the skin .They are generally soft to the touch, movable, and painless. They usually occur just under the skin but occasionally may be deeper. Most are less than 5 cm in size. Lipomas aren't cancer and don't turn into cancer.  There’s a very small chance that a lump resembling a lipoma may actually be a form of cancer called liposarcoma. They are found most often on the torso, neck, upper thighs, upper arms, and armpits, but they can occur almost anywhere in the body. They are fairly common and usually small and painless, but can grow larger or occur in multiple places. If they turn painful, it is called Multiple lipomatosis (Decrum's disease) . This is when s

The eyes are the focus of your face. As skin loses elasticity it stretches.  Eye aging is usually the first aspect of the aging process that is noticed. There may also be a hereditary component. In many cases, this excess skin can give the patient a "tired" look. Droopy eyelids are a major reason why some people consider eyelid surgery to remove and tighten excess eyelid skin for a more alert, youthful appearance. Also known as eyelid surgery, Blepharoplasty is one of the most popular cosmetic surgery procedures. It is popular among both men and women.  Blepharoplasty is a cosmetic procedure that removes fat deposits, excess tissue, or muscle from the eyelids to improve the appearance of the eyes. It alters the appearance of the upper eyelids, lower eyelids or both.  Sometimes blepharoplasty also can improve your vision by providing a less obstructed field of view, once droopy eyelids are improved. Since every eyelid is unique in shape, size and composition of skin

Every woman is unique and so are her needs. If you’re unhappy with the size and shape of your breasts, or if they have lost fullness due to childbearing or age, breast augmentation can give you the natural, pleasing look you’ve been hoping for. Women can only have their breasts corrected if they no longer develop spontaneously.  Breast augmentation is consistently the most popular plastic surgery treatment sought by women. Breast augmentation (Augmentation mammoplasty) is a surgical procedure that enlarges your breasts using breast implants. Commonly known as ‘the boob job’, it is not only the most commonly performed procedure for women, but a significant number of our patients have reported an almost instant boost in their self-confidence after the surgery. Its a surgery in which Dr. Shetty places breast implants or uses your own transferred fat tissue to improve the fullness, size, shape, and symmetrical appearance of your breasts. The surgery can also restore volume lost after

Everybody loves looking young. And no, women are not the only ones that fall under this category. Men would also love the same. Nobody like looking older. The quest for a youthful appearance has never been easier. While we can’t turn back the hands of time, we can slow down the effects the ticking clock has on our complexions.  You can't control certain factors, like falling estrogen levels that lead to sagging skin or the genetics that give you a partic🙎ular bone structure. But there are also plenty of external influences on how your skin ages and the right anti-aging care can help you blunt their damage. Most of them want to look younger without anyone noticing that they are trying to do so. So there are a lot of options currently in the cosmetic field which can bring both subtle and dramatic changes in you. Collagen is one of the most important parts of your skin since it helps your skin be more resilient to environmental factors. As we age, our body produces less col

Excess breast tissue and fat on a male can be unflattering and embarrassing. Taking off their shirts in front of others and trying to hide their oversized breasts with thick clothing can take a great toll, mentally and emotionally. Meaning: Gynecomastia is a term derived from the Greek words “ gyne ” or “ gyneko ” meaning “female” and “ mastia ” meaning “breasts.” Male Breast reduction, also known as Gynaecomastia (sometimes referred to as "man boobs") is a common condition that causes boys’ or men’s breasts to swell and become larger than normal. It is the appearance of a abnormally large breasts or female-like breast in a male. The condition may be isolated to only one side or may involve both breasts. This can result from a hormone imbalance or from being very overweight, which increases levels of estrogen and cause breast tissue to grow or sometimes even due to rare genetic conditions. A majority of men develop a typical breast tissue during adolescence. Excess fat

Large female breasts can often be distressing. Even though a full female breast is associated with femininity, breasts that are too large can pose many problems for women. Larger breasts can be uncomfortable in general, but they can also lead to plenty of specific physical discomfort like: Backache  Shoulder grooving from bra straps (Bra straps can create indentations on your shoulders) Painful rashes beneath the breasts (“intertrigo”) Poor posture Neck pain  sweating and even infections under the breasts  Difficulty in exercising or taking part in sports  Unwanted attention or harassment  Self-consciousness (for example, clothes don’t fit properly)  Depression.  Additionally, some women just don’t feel comfortable in their own skin because of the size of their bust. Those who are suffering from the above, usually opt for Breast Reduction . There are two types of breast reduction surgery. The most common type that is the traditional breast reduction surgery, involve