Plastic and aesthetic nursing最新文献

Over the last few decades, great strides have been made in surgical techniques and access to care for transgender and nonbinary individuals. An important step for many transgender patients is the ability to undergo masculinizing bottom surgery. This allows improved alignment of physical appearance with gender identity and improvement in symptoms of gender incongruence. The main options involved in transmasculine bottom surgery are metoidioplasty and total phalloplasty. The surgical decision is adapted to the patient and their preferences along with the clinical opinion of the provider. While bottom surgery is complex and may require multiple operations, gender-affirming surgery decreases rates of gender incongruence, depression, and suicidality, and significantly improves quality-of-life measures.

Vaginal rejuvenation is an increasingly popular field within aesthetic medicine, where nonsurgical procedures that enhance both function and appearance are in high demand. This study aims to assess the effectiveness of polydioxanone (PDO) threads (also known as Smuth threads) as well as the skin brightening booster LúmEnvy, in addressing skin laxity, fine lines, skin texture, and discoloration. A secondary purpose of this study is to explore the potential benefits of using LúmEnvy in combination with targeted microneedling and PDO Max threads for patients seeking comprehensive vaginal rejuvenation.

Facial asymmetry, manifesting as visible differences between the two sides of the face, is common. These disparities can be structural (inherent in the individual's facial bone structure or soft tissues), or functional (the result of variations in muscle tone or nerve function, and apparent only during expressions like smiling or frowning). To achieve optimal aesthetic and functional outcomes in aesthetics, orthodontics, and facial reconstructive surgery, practitioners must understand and address these asymmetries. Traditionally, members of the cosmetic surgery specialty have valued symmetry, linking it to attractiveness and perceived health. However, absolute symmetry can seem unnatural, leading to a preference for slight asymmetry in the face, which adds character. In this article, we explore facial asymmetry using rotations along the vertical (X), horizontal (Y), and depth (Z) axes. As the face ages, changes resulting from bone resorption become significant because they alter facial contours and intensify existing asymmetries. Recognizing and managing these changes is essential for providing effective aesthetic interventions that enhance both the natural appearance and functionality of the face. Thus, studying facial asymmetry plays a pivotal role in medical and aesthetic practices by highlighting the importance of a tailored approach that respects the natural variance in human faces.

The condition of an individual's skin and hair is an indication of the state of the physiological mechanisms inside their body. Practitioners performing hair restoration consultations should have a clear understanding of the anagen, catagen, and telogen phases of the hair growth cycle and a clear comprehension about the various types and causes of hair loss, including the use of glucagon-like peptide-1 medications and the effects of Long COVID. Nurses can use the Assessment, Diagnosis, Planning, Implementation, and Evaluation nursing process format when providing a professional hair consultation. The goal of this manuscript is to teach aesthetic practitioners how to conduct a thorough nonsurgical hair restoration consultation.

The purpose of this study was to provide information for minimizing complications following augmentation mammaplasty or breast reconstruction. The study was conducted at the Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Bogomolets National Medical University Institute of Postgraduate Education, Kyiv, Ukraine. We placed smooth (n = 50), textured (n = 50), and nanotextured (n = 100) implants in subpectoral pockets in 200 women. We used several methods to evaluate the implants postoperatively, including ultrasound examination of tissue, analysis of biopsy samples, and assessment of postoperative dynamics at various stages of rehabilitation. We found a significant reduction in the risk for secondary mastopathy (i.e., changes in breast structure, including the formation of fibrous tissue, and inflammation) in the patients receiving implants with a nanotextured surface. We also noted that these patients showed an improvement in aesthetic parameters and a reduction in the risk for developing postoperative capsular contracture. Our evaluation of the aesthetic results showed an improvement in the natural shape, symmetry, and overall appearance of the breast in the patients who received nanotextured implants. Integrating innovative solutions to achieve optimal results can significantly improve the quality of life of patients and reduce the likelihood for repeated surgical interventions.