Plastic Surgeon in Washington DC Delivers International Lectures on Minimal Incision Arm Lift

Dr. Mark Richards, a plastic surgeon in Washington, DC, recently returned from lecturing to the 4th M.E.G.A. Hand International Symposium and the 7th European Masters in Aesthetic & Anti-Aging Medicine Conference in Paris, France. As one of the pioneers of minimal incision arm lift or minimally-invasive brachioplasty (MIB), as well as optimal treatment of menopause with testosterone alone, Dr. Richards’ speaking topics covered performance of the MIB procedure as well as the need for testosterone for anti-aging and the anti-inflammation needs as men and women age.

At the recently held 4th M.E.G.A. Hand International Symposium in Paris, Dr. Mark Richards delivered lectures covering the latest techniques based on his experience and qualifications in plastic surgery in Washington, DC. Dr. Richards focuses on a wide range of procedures in his practice, ranging from facial rejuvenation and body sculpting to breast augmentation in Washington, DC. His topics at the Paris MEGA Hand conference focused on his years of experience and advancements in minimally-invasive techniques for brachioplasty (arm lifts). The minimally-invasive arm lift, performed in conjunction with liposuction, treats patients who have loose, excess skin hanging on the upper part of the arm. Dr. Richards’ innovations in brachioplasty offer smaller incisions, which he says leads to less scarring and more effective results.

Dr. Richards then delivered a presentation on the use of testosterone time-released pellets for the optimal treatment of female menopause. He says the anti-aging medical practitioners attending the lecture were fascinated by the simple, albeit revolutionary use of testosterone in women’s health.

As a frequent speaker at international medical conferences, Dr. Richards says he hopes the lectures inspire future “outside the box” thinking in plastic surgery procedures and in the advancement of new techniques and technology in the field. He also adds that as innovation in the plastic surgery industry continues, the quality of patient care and results will improve as well. “Without creative applications of scientifically proven evidence based medical therapies, minimal advancements in health delivery will occur. Conferences such as these provide the necessary fertile ground to allow the exchange and development of new ideas.”

About Mark E. Richards, MD

Dr. Mark Richards received his undergraduate degree with honors from Yale University and his medical degree from the University of Maryland School of Medicine. He is board-certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery. Dr. Richards dedicates a large portion of his time each year to continuing medical education. He has been recognized by the Consumer Research Council of America’s Guide to America’s Top Surgeons for the past ten years and has published several articles in the Aesthetic Surgery Journal concerning his innovations in minimally-invasive arm lift and high-volume liposuction.

Located at 11300 Rockville Pike Suite 912 in N. Bethesda, MD, Dr. Richards’ practice can be contacted at (301) 468-3458. He can also be reached online through the website plastic-surgeon.us or facebook.com/drmarkrichards.

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Washington DC Plastic Surgeon Discusses Cosmetic Enhancement Statistics

At his Washington DC plastic surgery practice, Dr. Mark Richards discusses the latest statistics from the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS), which show more than 50% of Americans now approve of cosmetic enhancement. While he believes the increasing approval may be due to the rise in popularity of non-surgical enhancement, he stresses the results many of his patients desire are often only attainable through traditional procedures, such as the cheek lift, neck lift, or facelift in Washington DC.

Dr. Mark E. Richards is a board-certified plastic surgeon in Washington DC. As highlighted in the most recent report from the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS), more than half of all Americans now approve of cosmetic enhancement; a fact that Dr. Richards says is likely due to the surge in popularity and success of non-surgical treatments, such as dermal fillers or BOTOX Cosmetic®. However, he stresses the need to discuss a patient’s aesthetic enhancement goals and expectations in detail, as non-surgical procedures often do not achieve the transformation attainable with more classic procedures such as eyelid surgery or a facelift.

While non-surgical procedures accounted for 83% of the more than 9.3 million cosmetic procedures performed in 2010, Dr. Richards says the statistics from ASAPS—data that is also reflected in his plastic surgery practice— show traditional procedures are still very prevalent, and depend wholly on patient expectation and desires. Despite the declining number of facelifts performed, he highlights the increase in the number of combined eyelid and cheek lift surgeries performed, making eyelids the third most performed procedure in 2010. “Often times a patient new to fillers will request fillers believing it will give them an almost magical anti-aging result, when in reality a much more beautiful, long lasting, and natural improvement can be made with cheek lift and eyelid surgery. With the natural cheek curves restored, often just a neck lift replaces the full facelift for later surgical rejuvenation with much less down time.”

Ultimately, Dr. Richards says he believes the increase in acceptance of cosmetic procedures will continue to rise as cosmetic enhancement becomes more affordable and requires less downtime. He remains committed to working with each patient to ensure they achieve the results they desire, while providing the safest and most effective treatment available.

About Mark E. Richards, MD

Dr. Mark Richards graduated from Yale University and earned his medical degree from the University of Maryland School of Medicine. He then completed his general surgery and plastic surgery residencies before being certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery. Dr. Richards lectures internationally and publishes regularly in medical journals and publications, including the Aesthetic Surgery Journal (articles on minimally-scarring arm lifts, and high-volume liposuction). He has been selected by The Washingtonian as one of the best plastic surgeons in the area, and by the Consumer Research Council as one of the best plastic surgeons in the country.

Ageless Impressions is located at 11300 Rockville Pike Ste. 912 in N. Bethesda, MD 20852, and can be reached at (301) 468-3458, or found online at plastic-surgeon.us or the Ageless Impressions Plastic Surgery Institute Facebook page.