Steps in Cosmetic Surgery: Sculpting
September 7th, 2012
Some say the work of a cosmetic plastic surgeon is artistry and although I am flattered by the comparison, I do agree that an understanding of classical artistic proportion is essential in obtaining natural results. Let’s continue with the discussion of the universal steps for all cosmetic surgery. Following the incision and dissection, the underlying tissues are revealed. This allows the next step to be performed, called the sculpting. Sculpting is a delicate step and it requires aesthetic skill. It is performed according to a custom surgical plan that is designed especially to achieve the desired changes. I firmly believe that obtaining consistently natural results, can only be achieved through an aesthetic or a kind of artistic understanding of human form and proportion, such as the work of Leonardo da Vinci.
Unnatural results are usually related to a surgeon’s objective for a stylized or unnatural aesthetic. This distorted look has become the frequent topic of our pop culture and the Hollywood media. Surgical before and after photos are an excellent way to judge a surgeon’s aesthetic eye and the likelihood of a particular result following cosmetic surgery.
Please check back next time for more of this series.
Bashioum connection to E!’s Kardashians
August 31st, 2012
Editor’s Notes, Lindsay writes:
We have another Hollywood connection of sorts, this time to the popular E! TV series, “Keeping up with the Kardashians.” Our family friend Dr. Nicki (Monti) appeared in a 2-part storyline with the Kardashian clan participating in group therapy. In the first of the two poignant episodes, she strikes a particularly emotional cord. The second part airs on E! Sunday, Sept. 2nd at 9/8c following a repeat of Part 1. By the way, Oprah is also a guest on the show!
Dr. Nicki J. Monti, MFCT is a psychotherapist working with individuals, couples and groups. She describes her work as specializing in relationships — to self, to other and to life. I am a pleased to be a contributing writer for her online magazine, Our True Love Ways.
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